Chapter 598: Ice Cave Secret Realm and the Black Flame Battle

Then, carrying endless expectations and anticipation for the future in their hearts, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan left Phantom Island, which held countless stories.

Before them lay a deep ice cave, the cold air biting.

Lu Yuan stared at it, slightly puzzled: "This ice cave looks as if it has been sealed for a long time."

Su Liyan smiled faintly, her palm lightly stroking the ice wall, and a chill instantly emanated, dispelling the ice barrier.

"This is a cave that has been sealed for many years."

Su Liyan said, "Since it could be sealed for so long, there must be many secrets inside."

They cautiously stepped into the ice cave.

Their view suddenly opened up, and they saw the walls covered with ice crystals shaped like the character meaning 'to cut'.

Just as they focused their gaze, a shocking sight appeared—an intact ancient cultivator's remains lay silently in the center of the cavern.

"This cultivator looks outstanding," Lu Yuan exclaimed.

Su Liyan's eyes flickered.

She carefully examined the surroundings of the remains and noticed a severely faded yet perfectly preserved secret manual.

"This is the Extreme Cold Mystic Art!"

Su Liyan fixed her gaze excitedly, her trembling fingers lightly turning the pages of this mysterious book.

Lu Yuan also stared at the manual, a sense of anticipation rising in his heart: "This secret manual might help us increase our strength."

A flash of joy crossed Su Liyan's eyes; upon seeing a few characters, she felt the immense power contained within.

This cultivation method is extraordinary, containing profound and precious mysteries.

Su Liyan couldn't help but clench her teeth, eager to immediately grasp its essence and integrate it into her ice-based immortal arts.

"This Extreme Cold Mystic Art will surely be of great help to you."

Lu Yuan encouraged, "And the treasure isn't nearby either; we should take the manual back for detailed study."

Su Liyan nodded in agreement, knowing she had found a precious opportunity to enhance her strength.

They carefully placed the remains and the Extreme Cold Mystic Art into their bosoms, preparing to leave the mysterious ice cave.

As they stepped forward, a chill surged to their hearts; the ice cave began to collapse, and even the ice blocks on the ceiling started to fall.

"Hurry!" Lu Yuan shouted.

The two quickened their pace; after a brief peril, they finally escaped the ice cave on the verge of collapse.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan exhaled in relief, exchanged a glance, and nodded at each other.

They knew the Extreme Cold Mystic Art would be extremely important material for their future cultivation.

Carrying this anticipation and excitement, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan embarked on their journey back to Lei Huo Dan Ge.

In Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan held full expectations as they carefully studied the Extreme Cold Mystic Art.

Through deep comprehension of its cultivation methods and immortal techniques, the Extreme Cold Mystic Art granted Su Liyan an unprecedented increase in power, and she learned a new immortal art—Glacier Star River.

During this time, Lu Yuan also, under the guidance of the Extreme Cold Mystic Art, deepened his understanding of the Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation, making his execution smoother.

On their hurried return to Heavenly Wind City, behind them was the ice cave they had successfully escaped.

Their mood was somewhat excited, after all they had obtained the Extreme Cold Mystic Art, which greatly aided their cultivation.

However, as their spirits were high, a faint red blood mist came from the road ahead.

A foul stench assailed their noses, making them involuntarily frown.

"This is... the Blood Mist Forest."

Su Liyan halted her steps, pondering slightly as she spoke.

Lu Yuan gazed ahead; in the dense forest he could see no end, only a thick, heavy layer of blood mist floating above the treetops.

The blood mist blanketed the entire forest, making one feel a chill despite the heat.

"Can we not continue forward?" Lu Yuan asked.

Su Liyan shook her head: "This forest is called the Death Forbidden Land, and it is said to harbor evil power within."

"Without sufficient strength and precautions, it's easy to fall into danger."

Lu Yuan furrowed his brows, a flash of determination in his eyes: "We cannot stand idly by; if something evil truly occurs, we must also take action."

Su Liyan remained silent for a moment, deeply understanding Lu Yuan's resolve and sense of responsibility.

The two decided to stealthily approach the forest's edge to see what was happening.

As they neared a tall tree, a shocking scene unfolded before their eyes.

In a wide clearing, a disciple of the Blood Moon Sect was performing an evil ritual.

They surrounded a large ring made of cages, placing a crimson demon bell at the center of the ring.

"Blood Sacrifice Demon Bell!"

Su Liyan's heart clenched: "This is one of the Blood Moon Sect's most precious treasures."

Xueying led the cult disciples in worship, the atmosphere eerie and solemn.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan exchanged a glance, tacitly understanding each other's intentions.

Relying on the strength gained from their cultivation over this period, they no longer felt fear.

The two simultaneously stepped forward, walking toward the center.

"Dare to interrupt our ritual? You're asking for death!"

Xueying roared angrily, releasing a wave of evil blood energy.

Lu Yuan stared at Xueying, speaking coldly: "A cult is ultimately a cult; it will never have a good outcome."

"We will not stand by idly."

Su Liyan also declared proudly: "For justice and righteousness, we will absolutely not retreat."

Upon hearing their words, Xueying's eyes turned ferocious.

Since that's the case, let you all witness my true strength!

Strong blood qi surged toward Lu Yuan and Su Liyan like a tide.

The two fought side by side, and with the cooperation of the Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation and the Ice River Star River, they used the Thunderfire Sword and the Ice Crystal Long Whip as blades to defeat Xueying and his disciple.

In the midst of the melee, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan decisively seized that precious Fobao——the Blood Sacrifice Demon Bell.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan hurried back to Lei Huo Dan Ge, and as soon as they stepped inside the entrance, they saw Zi Xi'er waiting anxiously in the hall.

Lu Yuan! Su Liyan! You're back!

I heard the Black Flame Sect launched a sudden attack on us!

Zi Xi'er said with her brows tightly furrowed.

What?

Lu Yuan's face slightly changed, "What is the reason for their sudden attack?"

A flicker of anxiety crossed Zi Xi'er's pale face, "Rumor has it that we took the Blood Sacrifice Demon Bell from the Blood Moon Sect."

Both the Blood Moon Sect and the Black Flame Sect are dark forces; seizing their Fobao will naturally invite their revenge.

It seems we cannot just wait for death.

Su Liyan said, "We need to take some action."

Lu Yuan remained silent for a moment, then raised his head to look at his two companions, his gaze calm and firm, "I agree."

We cannot let the Black Flame Sect attack us recklessly.

Zi Xi'er nodded, she knew Lu Yuan would not retreat. (End of chapter)