Godlike: Double Penetration of the Starry Sky! A brutal beating of Ge Xiaolun at the start.

"Thank you for reminding me, sir. I will be careful," Long Wen said.

Longwen continued walking forward and finally arrived in Liyue. Liyue was a bustling city, with lively streets and crowds of people. Longwen looked at the scene before him, his heart filled with amazement.

"This is Liyue. It's such a bustling place," Longwen muttered to himself.

Longwen begins his search for the lost artifact in Liyue. He inquires everywhere and finally obtains some clues. It is said that the artifact might be in an ancient palace in Liyue. Longwen decides to head to the palace to find the artifact.

Long Wen arrived at the palace, which was magnificent, but its main gate was tightly closed. He pushed the main gate, but it wouldn't budge. He looked around and finally found a side door. Long Wen entered the palace through the side door.

A mysterious atmosphere permeated the palace, with various ancient artifacts and statues displayed around it. Long Wen walked cautiously when suddenly he heard footsteps. He stopped and looked around warily.

"Who's there? Show yourself!" Long Wen shouted.

However, no one answered. Long Wen's heart tightened; he gripped his weapon tightly and continued forward. Suddenly, a group of guards rushed out from all directions, blocking his path.

"Who are you? Why are you breaking into the palace?" a guard shouted.

“I am Long Wen, and I have come here to search for a lost artifact,” Long Wen said.

"A divine artifact? There's no divine artifact here. You'd better leave now," the guard said.

"No, I must find the artifact. I will not leave," Long Wen said firmly.

Long Wen engaged in a fierce battle with the guards. The guards were numerous and their attacks were highly coordinated. Long Wen could only constantly dodge and counterattack. During the battle, Long Wen discovered the guards' weak point: their waists. He seized the opportunity and thrust his weapon fiercely into the guards' waists. One guard was struck by Long Wen and fell to the ground.

"Be careful, everyone, he's very powerful," a guard shouted.

The guards became more cautious, no longer attacking easily. Taking advantage of this, Long Wen launched his attack, his weapon flashing as he felled guard after guard.

Chapter 101 Why take away the divine artifact?

Finally, Long Wen defeated all the guards. He collapsed to the ground, exhausted, panting heavily.

"Phew, finally it's over." Long Wen panted heavily, with several more wounds on his body.

Long Wen continued forward and finally found the divine artifact. The artifact radiated a powerful energy, filling Long Wen with joy. He picked it up and prepared to leave the palace.

However, just as he was about to leave, a mysterious man appeared before him. The man was wearing a long black robe and a mask.

"Who are you? Why did you take the artifact?" the mysterious man asked.

“I am Long Wen, and I have been entrusted to find the divine artifact,” Long Wen said.

"A commission? Whose commission?" the mysterious man asked.

“I can’t tell you, 617 is my mission,” Long Wen said.

"Hmph, since you won't talk, then don't blame me for being impolite," the mysterious man shouted.

The mysterious man and Long Wen engaged in a fierce battle. The mysterious man was incredibly powerful, and his attacks were extremely unpredictable. Long Wen could only dodge and counterattack. During the battle, Long Wen discovered the mysterious man's weakness: his back. He seized the opportunity and thrust his weapon fiercely into the mysterious man's back. The mysterious man was struck by Long Wen and let out a scream.

"Haha, let's see how you attack me now!" Long Wen shouted.

The mysterious man, wounded and even more ferocious, lunged at Long Wen recklessly. Long Wen didn't dodge; he charged towards the man. Just as the man was about to pounce, Long Wen suddenly dodged to the side, causing the man to miss. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Long Wen turned and thrust his weapon at the man's back again. This time, his attack struck, and the mysterious man was completely incapacitated.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Long Wen launched a final attack, his weapon plunging fiercely into the mysterious man's body. The mysterious man struggled for a few moments before finally collapsing to the ground.

"Phew, finally it's over." Long Wen panted heavily, with several more wounds on his body.

Long Wen picked up the divine artifact and left the palace. His heart was filled with joy and pride. He had completed his mission and become a true adventurer.

Longwen, this apprentice adventurer who harbors dreams of adventure and aspires to reach higher ranks, is currently shouldering the heavy responsibility of escorting Liyue merchants' goods to Liyue Harbor. The morning sun shines on his resolute face, but it cannot dispel the gloom in his heart. The road ahead is long, and no one knows what they will encounter.

He moved with agility and steady steps, steadily making his way towards Liyue Harbor. The pack animals beside him, laden with heavy loads, occasionally let out muffled snorts, seemingly protesting the bumpy journey. Xingqiu, a wealthy young man from Liyue Harbor, dressed as a scholar, opened and closed his folding fan idly, his eyes revealing a hint of nonchalance. He had originally come out for a stroll, but by chance, he had become companions with Longwen, adding a touch of interest to the otherwise monotonous journey.

Before long, the two figures appeared at the stone gate. Here, two mountains stood facing each other, like a natural gateway. Jagged rocks jutted out, and the wind whistled through the valley, producing eerie sounds. Long Wen instinctively gripped the hilt of his sword. Years of adventure had honed his keen intuition for danger; the atmosphere around the stone gate was unusually oppressive, eerily quiet.

Chapter 102 Appropriation of Property

Xingqiu also put away his folding fan, a hint of wariness flashing in his eyes, and said softly, "Brother Long, I have a feeling that this place has an eerie atmosphere. We must be careful."

Long Wen nodded slightly, about to speak, when suddenly, a group of treasure-hunting gang members darted out from behind the surrounding rocks like ghosts, instantly blocking their path. These gang members were ragged, but each had a fierce look on their face, the weapons in their hands gleaming coldly in the sunlight. Their eyes were fixed on the goods on the back of the pack animals, their greed almost tangible, as if they would seize the treasure for themselves at any moment.

Long Wen's heart tightened, his pulse quickening. He rapidly scanned his surroundings, his mind racing as he considered his options. He knew that panicking now would lead to certain defeat. Xing Qiu, standing beside him, also dropped his usual playful demeanor, his hand stealthily reaching for the sword at his waist. Though his face was slightly pale, his eyes held a stubborn glint, clearly indicating his readiness to fight alongside Long Wen.

Among the treasure-hunting group, a burly man with a face full of scars spoke first, his voice hoarse and fierce: "Kid, if you know what's good for you, leave the goods behind, and I might spare your lives. Otherwise, today is your death day!" As he spoke, he brandished his broadsword, the wind whistling through the air and kicking up dust from the ground.

Long Wen snorted coldly, took a step forward, and said loudly, "You cowards don't even deserve to want the goods!" His voice echoed through the valley, carrying an undeniable resolve. At this moment, Long Wen's blood boiled in his chest; his pride as an adventurer would not allow him to bow down to these villains.

Enraged by Long Wen's provocation, the treasure-hunting gang swarmed forward, and shouts of battle erupted. Long Wen's eyes narrowed, and without hesitation, he unleashed his unique elemental manipulation abilities. He moved his hands, chanting incantations, and in an instant, the surrounding earth and rocks seemed to be summoned, converging to form a thick defensive wall that forcefully blocked the gang's first attack.

The members of the treasure-hunting group were quite surprised to see this, clearly not expecting that this seemingly ordinary apprentice adventurer would have such skills.

"Hmph, you've got some skill, kid!" The burly man, enraged, swung his knife at him again.

Long Wen's lips curled into a confident smile as he muttered, "This is just the beginning!" He then swiftly switched to wind element, forcefully pushing his hands forward. A gust of wind rose from the ground, howling towards the treasure-hunting group. The wind, carrying sand and stones, blew the group members off balance, causing them to stumble and lose their footing. Their weapons lost their aim in the wind, and their formation crumbled instantly.

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Xingqiu watched Long Wen display his prowess from the sidelines, his eyes filled with admiration. He couldn't help but shout, "Well done, Brother Long! You've utterly defeated these guys!" As he spoke, he drew his sword and joined the battle. His sword danced with great force, and although his moves were somewhat immature, they were agile and quick. For a time, he fought the members of the treasure-stealing gang to a standstill.

Under Long Wen and Xing Qiu's fierce resistance, the treasure-hunting team gradually lost ground and began to show signs of collapse. Long Wen seized the opportunity, rushed forward in one stride, and precisely deflected the weapons from the hands of several members of the treasure-hunting team with his sword, completely repelling them.

"Hmph, with such meager skills, you dare to come out and rob people!" Long Wen sheathed his sword, let out a long sigh, and felt a surge of satisfaction.

Chapter 103 You've Misunderstood

However, before he could even catch his breath, as he turned around, he caught sight of a cold, aloof figure standing not far away. The woman was dressed in a moon-white, close-fitting outfit, her long hair tied up, her face exquisitely beautiful yet as cold as ice, the sword in her hand gleaming with a chilling light. It was Zhou Li, a descendant of the prestigious Li Yue family. The nobility and aloofness she exuded inspired awe in all who beheld her.

Zhou Li stared coldly at Long Wen. Witnessing his battle with the treasure-hunting gang had made her suspicious of his identity. In her mind, in this desolate wilderness, with this man fighting the gang, who could guarantee he wasn't one of them?

Long Wen noticed the hostility in Zhou Li's eyes and hurriedly explained, "Miss, you misunderstand. I am an adventurer escorting goods, not someone who colludes with these treasure-hunting groups." His voice was sincere and his eyes were earnest, trying to dispel Zhou Li's doubts.

Zhou Li remained unmoved, her eyebrows furrowing slightly as she coldly said, "Hmph, empty words are meaningless. Who knows if you're just making excuses?" With that, she flicked her wrist, drawing her sword and pointing the tip directly at Long Wen, clearly indicating that she didn't intend to let him off easily.

Long Wen looked helpless. He never expected that after defeating the treasure-hunting group, he would find himself in such an awkward situation. Seeing this, Xing Qiu quickly stepped forward, using his sword to deflect Zhou Li's sword tip while urgently saying, "Miss, you've really misunderstood. Brother Long is a good person. We were entrusted by Liyue merchants to escort goods to Liyue Port. We encountered these treasure-hunting groups on the way, which is why we started fighting."

Zhou Li narrowed her eyes slightly, scrutinizing Xing Qiu and Long Wen, pondering to herself. Seeing that she seemed to be wavering, Xing Qiu pressed on, saying, "If you don't believe me, you can go to Liyue Harbor and ask around. We are honest and trustworthy, and we don't utter a single falsehood."

Zhou Li remained silent for a moment, then finally sheathed her sword with some skepticism, and snorted coldly, "I hope what you say is true. If I find any falsehoods, I will not let you off easily."

Long Wen breathed a sigh of relief and cupped his hands, saying, "Thank you for your trust, young lady. If I have offended you in any way, please forgive me."

Zhou Li ignored them and turned to walk away, seemingly to leave, but in reality, she hid behind a boulder not far away, quietly observing the movements of Long Wen and his group.

Long Wen shook his head helplessly and said to Xing Qiu, "Let's go, let's continue on our way. We've really had a lot of troubles along the way."

Xingqiu chuckled and teased, "Brother Long, this beauty must have taken a liking to you, otherwise why would she be secretly following you?"

Longwen glared at him, feigning anger, and said, "What time is it? You still have the mind to joke around? Hurry up and go." With that, he once again led the pack animal and headed towards Liyue Harbor.

Long Wen, a passionate young man with dreams of becoming a higher-level adventurer, was currently escorting an important shipment through Dihua Island with complete focus. He was agile and steady, his eyes constantly scanning his surroundings warily, his slightly worn but neat adventurer's attire fluttering in the wind.

Suddenly, a chill ran down his spine, and Long Wen tensed instantly. He keenly sensed that the surrounding air seemed to freeze, and an eerie aura, like cold threads, silently spread through the air. Immediately afterward, the cargo he was transporting began to shake violently and uncontrollably, emitting a chilling creaking sound.

Chapter 104 Who is it?!

"Something's not right!" Long Wen muttered to himself, his right hand instinctively tightening its grip on the sword at his waist. The scabbard and hilt clashed, producing a soft metallic clang. His gaze sharpened as he quickly scanned his surroundings. The once familiar and tranquil Dihua Isle now seemed shrouded in gloom. The reeds swayed in the wind, rustling softly, yet it felt as if countless pairs of eyes were watching them. A sinister feeling washed over him, and Long Wen knew that danger was imminent.

Just as Long Wen was on high alert, the mysterious force launched an attack without warning. A dark shadow shot out from the reeds like a ghost, heading straight for Long Wen and the goods behind him. Long Wen dodged the fierce attack with a swift movement, simultaneously drawing his sword, its gleam echoing in the silent air.

"Who goes there?!" Long Wen shouted, trying to intimidate the enemy hiding in the shadows, but all he got in response was the howling wind and the increasingly intense eerie aura.

Just then, Zhou Li happened to pass by. This scion of the prestigious Li Yue family, dressed in a tight-fitting outfit, had a cold and beautiful face filled with vigilance. Seeing the commotion on Long Wen's side and noticing the goods teetering on the edge, she drew her sword without hesitation, its cold gleam pointing directly at Long Wen, and angrily shouted, "Long Wen, is it you who's causing trouble again?!"

Seeing this, Long Wen inwardly groaned. He brandished his sword to defend against wave after wave of attacks from the mysterious force. The sword flashed and the sound of metal clashing was incessant. At the same time, he anxiously shouted to Zhou Li, "Zhou Li, you've misunderstood! This is not the time to make trouble. There is a mysterious force at work!"

However, Zhou Li ignored his explanation, her eyes filled with suspicion and anger, and she showed no sign of relaxing her grip on the long sword, pressing closer step by step.

Just as the situation was becoming increasingly chaotic, Chongyun happened to pass by. As an exorcist of Liyue Harbor, he was upright and kind, and extremely sensitive to evil auras. Sensing the intense evil emanating from this mysterious power, he rushed over without hesitation, ready to help.

Zhou Li caught a glimpse of Chong Yun rushing towards her out of the corner of her eye, mistaking him for Long Wen's accomplice. Her eyebrows furrowed, and she roared angrily, "Hmph, you want to join forces?! Today, I will not tolerate your insolence here!"

Chongyun was taken aback by this sudden misunderstanding and quickly waved his hand to explain, "Miss, you've misunderstood. I'm here to help deal with this mysterious force!"

But Zhou Li was filled with suspicion and refused to believe it. She drew a sharp arc in the air with her long sword, forcing Chong Yun to dodge to the side.

Long Wen was extremely anxious, knowing that if things continued this way, the goods would undoubtedly be destroyed, and the three of them would be in dire straits. He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the panic in his heart, and concentrated his energy, trying to use his special elemental manipulation ability to sense the source of this mysterious power.

For a moment, lightning flickered faintly around Long Wen. He closed his eyes tightly, large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead, and his expression was focused and resolute. Under the perception of elemental power, everything around him seemed to slow down and become clearer. He detected that the core of that mysterious power was hidden behind a dense clump of reeds not far away.

"Found it!" Long Wen suddenly opened his eyes, lightning flashing within them. Without hesitation, he switched to lightning element, and the longsword in his hand was instantly enveloped in purple light, its blade humming as if it too yearned for this battle.

"Try this!" Long Wen shouted, leaping high into the air like a purple lightning bolt, hurtling towards the core of the mysterious power. His sword flashed, thunder roared, and powerful electric currents intertwined in the air, forming a dazzling electric net that hurtled directly towards the center of the dark figure.

Chapter 105 I Wrong About You

With a deafening roar, the mysterious power vanished under the force of the blow, its remaining energy dissipating into wisps of light.

Zhou Li witnessed this scene, her long sword slowly lowering, her eyes filled with shock and guilt. She realized that she had truly misunderstood Long Wen.

"I...I misunderstood you." Zhou Li lowered her head, her voice tinged with regret.

Long Wen landed firmly, sheathed his sword, looked at Zhou Li, and a relieved smile appeared on his lips: "It's alright, the misunderstanding is cleared up."

Chongyun stepped forward, patted Longwen on the shoulder, and laughed, "What skill you have, Longwen! If it weren't for you today, I don't know how this situation would have ended."