Crossing to Douqi Continent and walking sideways

Everyone gathered in front of the stone tablet engraved with puzzles, and the atmosphere was solemn. Xiao Muchen stared at the obscure words on the tablet, his eyes focused, as if he wanted to see through every stroke. He spoke slowly, and his voice echoed in the silent space: "This puzzle is by no means ordinary. It seems to revolve around the theory of the five elements, but in fact it hides many mysteries." As he spoke, he gently stroked the stone tablet, trying to find a clue from the touch.

Ye Feng frowned, looking helpless: "I feel dizzy just looking at these words. I don't understand what the five elements are. You have to think of a way. I'll just wait for your instructions!" He scratched his head, and waved his strong arms casually in the air, and the mace swayed slightly at his side.

Lin Wan'er frowned slightly, her beautiful eyes moved, and after thinking for a moment, she said: "In my opinion, since we mentioned the mutual generation of the five elements, then we should follow the order of 'wood generates fire, fire generates earth, earth generates metal, metal generates water, and water generates wood', and search for corresponding things around us. But it is not easy to find them in such a big cave." She bit her lower lip lightly, and her eyes revealed a hint of worry.

Ling Shuang nodded slightly, a trace of calm thought flashed in his icy blue eyes: "Wan'er is right. If we split up and search, maybe we can be faster. But everyone must be careful, there may be more dangers lurking around here." His voice was steady and firm, bringing a sense of reassurance to everyone.

So, everyone quickly dispersed and started a detailed search in the area in front of the palace. Chu Li stayed beside the stone tablet and continued to study the inscription, hoping to dig out more key information from it. She squatted down, approached the stone tablet, and gently brushed her fingers over the ancient characters, trying to find hidden clues from the arrangement and trend of the characters.

Not long after, Ye Feng's rough voice rang out in the passage: "Everyone come quickly, I found a stone with fire patterns!" Everyone hurriedly gathered around, and saw Ye Feng holding a fist-sized stone in his hand. The flame patterns on the surface of the stone were lifelike, as if they would burn at any time. The patterns emitted a weak fire attribute energy, and when you get close, you can feel a warmth, as if there is an invisible force jumping.

Xiao Muchen took the stone and looked at it carefully: "Yes, this should be the 'fire' among the five elements. According to the order, we have to find 'earth' next." He put the stone aside carefully and looked around with a firm gaze.

Everyone dispersed again, not leaving any corner untouched. Ling Shuang found a clay doll emitting a yellow-brown glow in a dark and damp corner. The clay doll was made very delicately, with clear facial features and detailed patterns on its clothing, as if telling an ancient story. "Now that we have found this clay doll, it should be 'earth'." Ling Shuang said, gently holding up the clay doll, feeling the heavy earth attribute energy contained in it.

Then, Lin Wan'er found a sword engraved with golden runes in the crack of a boulder. The sword was slender and gleaming with cold light. The runes flowed and flickered on the sword, as if endowing the sword with some mysterious power. "This sword must be 'gold'." Lin Wan'er drew out the sword and waved it gently, and the sword made a crisp sound.

Later, Chu Li found a small bottle carved from warm jade in a hidden niche. The bottle was filled with clear water. The water was rippling slightly in the bottle, emitting a soft light, as if it contained endless vitality. "This should be the 'water'." Chu Li carefully picked up the jade bottle and said.

However, the object representing "wood" was nowhere to be found. Everyone gathered in front of the stone tablet again and fell into deep thought. The atmosphere was a bit depressing, as everyone understood that without the "wood" link, they would not be able to solve the puzzle and open the palace door.

Just when everyone was at a loss, Chu Li's eyes suddenly lit up, and she said excitedly: "Look everyone, there is a line of very inconspicuous small characters under the stone tablet, 'Look for wood in the invisible, and get it by feeling the air.' Maybe this 'wood' is not a physical entity, but a kind of breath." There was a hint of surprise in her voice, and her finger pointed to the almost imperceptible line of small characters under the stone tablet.

Xiao Muchen's eyes lit up: "Yes, the energy in this cave is complex. Let's try to sense the wood attribute." After saying that, he immediately closed his eyes, calmed down, and slowly spread his perception, trying to capture the invisible wood attribute.

Everyone followed suit, closing their eyes and concentrating their minds to sense. Time passed quietly in silence, and everyone was immersed in their own world of perception. Suddenly, Lin Wan'er opened her eyes in surprise and pointed her finger at a wall on the left side of the palace: "I feel it, it's over there!" Her eyes were full of excitement and anticipation.

Everyone quickly ran in the direction she pointed. Xiao Muchen groped along the wall inch by inch, not missing any tiny details. Finally, in a very hidden place, he touched a slightly raised wood grain ornament. When his hand touched the ornament, a fresh wood attribute energy passed through his arm into his body. It felt like a spring breeze blowing through his heart, bringing vitality and energy.

"Found it!" Xiao Muchen shouted excitedly, his voice full of joy.

According to the order of the five elements, Xiao Muchen first embedded the wood grain ornaments into the grooves next to the fire pattern stone. In an instant, the fire pattern stone glowed brightly, the flame patterns jumped violently, and the warmth it emitted became more and more obvious, as if it was injected with powerful power. Then, he placed the clay figurine in the corresponding position of the fire pattern stone, and the clay figurine also lit up. The yellow-brown light and the light of the flame reflected each other, as if they were having a mysterious conversation. Then, the sword and the jade bottle were placed in order. When the water in the jade bottle was slowly poured onto the tip of the sword, a brilliant light flashed, and the five elements of energy echoed each other, producing a wonderful resonance.

Accompanied by a dull roar, as if a long-sleeping beast was awakened, the palace gate slowly opened. An ancient and mysterious breath came to the face, mixed with the accumulation of years and unknown mysteries, making people excited and nervous.

Inside the door was a spacious hall. Various rare treasures were placed in the hall, shining brightly. Some treasures emitted colorful brilliance, as brilliant as a dream; others emitted a soft halo, quiet and peaceful. However, everyone's eyes were soon attracted by an ancient book emitting colorful light on the high platform at the end of the hall. The cover of the ancient book was shining with mysterious runes, as if telling of its extraordinary and important.

"That ancient book might be the mysterious technique we are looking for." Xiao Muchen said, with a hint of expectation in his voice, but also maintaining a high level of vigilance. After all, in this place full of unknowns, danger could come at any time.

Everyone walked towards the platform carefully, their steps were extremely light, and every step seemed to be based on their own heartbeats. As soon as they reached the center of the hall, the ground suddenly shook violently, and runes emerged from the ground. The runes flashed with strange light, interweaving into a huge formation. The formation glowed brightly, trapping everyone in it. The light of the runes became stronger and stronger, forming a solid barrier that isolated everyone from the outside world.

"No, this is a protective formation!" Chu Li's face changed slightly, and she said anxiously. She knew very well that this kind of protective formation was often extremely powerful, and it was not easy to break it.

At this moment, several phantoms formed by energy appeared in the formation. These phantoms resembled the ancestors of the martial realm, wearing ancient armor, holding weapons, and with firm and majestic eyes. Their figures exuded a faint light, as if telling of their past glory and honor.

The leading phantom held a long sword in his hand, and with a solemn expression, he shouted, "Those who trespass will not be forgiven!" After that, he rushed towards Xiao Muchen first. As the long sword was swung, it brought a sharp sound of wind, and the sword light flashed, as if it wanted to chop everything into pieces. The sword light was like a flash of lightning, instantly cutting through the air and attacking Xiao Muchen's throat.

Xiao Muchen quickly drew out his long sword and performed the "Liuyun Sword Technique". His figure floated like a flowing cloud, skillfully avoiding the attack of the long sword. At the same time, the long sword stabbed out and stabbed towards the chest of the phantom. However, the phantom was as flexible as a ghost, and dodged Xiao Muchen's attack with a slight flash. Then, another knife chopped down, and the knife was more fierce, as if it was going to split Xiao Muchen in half.

Seeing this, Ye Feng swung his mace and used the "Earth-shattering Smash". He shouted loudly, his voice as loud as a bell: "I'll meet you!" He raised the mace high and smashed it to the ground with great force. The powerful fighting spirit shock wave rushed towards the phantom like a surging wave, and the ground instantly collapsed, with gravel flying. A huge crack quickly spread and extended to the feet of the phantom.

The phantom was not in a hurry. He jumped lightly and dodged the attack. Then, he turned into a beam of light and rushed towards Ye Feng. Ye Feng was not afraid at all. He rushed towards the phantom, swinging his mace vigorously and engaging in a fierce battle with the phantom. Every collision made a deafening sound, and the powerful force made the surrounding air vibrate.

Lin Wan'er and Ling Shuang also quickly joined the battle. Lin Wan'er used the "Returning Wind Dancing Willow Sword", and her figure was as light as a willow, moving freely between the phantoms. The long sword danced in her hand, bringing out a stream of green sword energy, shooting towards the phantom. The sword energy was like a sharp blade, with a fierce momentum, trying to break through the phantom's defense.

Ling Shuang activated his ice-type fighting spirit and used "Ice Spikes Falling from the Sky". Countless sharp ice spikes condensed in the sky and fell towards the phantom like raindrops. The ice spikes flashed with cold light and were piercingly cold, as if they were going to freeze the phantom. However, the phantom seemed to have been prepared for these attacks. They flexibly dodged the ice spikes and sword energy, and constantly launched counterattacks.

Chu Li was watching the battle nervously. She knew that her attack methods were limited, and it was more important to find the flaws in the formation. She concentrated and carefully observed the operation of the formation runes, trying to find the key to crack the formation. Her forehead was covered with beads of sweat, and her eyes revealed a trace of anxiety. Every time the runes flashed, it pulled at her heartstrings.

The battle became more intense, and the phantoms' attacks became more and more fierce. They cooperated well, as if they had many years of combat experience. Although everyone fought hard, they could not get out of the predicament for a while. And the ancient book emitting colorful light was on a high platform not far away, as if it was within reach, but out of reach...

While fending off the phantom's attack, Xiao Muchen shouted, "Everyone stay calm, we will definitely find a way to break the formation!" His voice was firm and powerful, giving everyone confidence.

Ye Feng responded loudly: "I won't give in easily!" As he spoke, he increased the intensity of his attack, and the fighting spirit on the mace became stronger and stronger.

Lin Wan'er gritted her teeth and said, "Let's work together. We must not fall here!" Her swordsmanship became more and more fierce, and every sword contained her desire for victory.

Ling Shuang's face was grim, and he didn't say anything. He just focused more on casting ice spells, and the ice spikes shot towards the phantom like a dense rain of arrows.

Chu Li took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and concentrated on observing the runes of the formation again. Suddenly, she discovered a pattern: the flickering of the runes seemed to have some connection with the actions of the phantom. As long as she could disrupt the flickering rhythm of the runes, she might be able to break the formation.

"Everyone listen to me, I seem to have found a flaw in the formation! While we attack the phantoms, pay attention to the flashing of the runes and attack according to a certain rhythm, and maybe we can break the formation!" Chu Li shouted loudly.

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately adjusted their tactics. While fighting the phantom, they kept an eye on the flickering of the runes. Xiao Muchen saw the right moment and unleashed a powerful sword energy that matched the rhythm of the flickering runes. Ye Feng, Lin Wan'er, and Ling Shuang also followed suit and launched attacks according to the rhythm Chu Li said.

With everyone's concerted efforts, the runes of the formation began to flash in disorder. The movement of the phantom was also affected and became slow. Everyone seized the opportunity and increased the intensity of the attack. Xiao Muchen's sword energy, Ye Feng's mace, Lin Wan'er's long sword and Ling Shuang's ice spikes attacked the phantom like a storm.

Finally, in a burst of dazzling light, cracks appeared in the formation. With a loud bang, the formation was completely shattered, and the phantom dissipated. Everyone was panting tiredly, but the light of victory was shining in their eyes.

"We succeeded!" Xiao Muchen shouted excitedly.

"Haha, I knew we could do it!" Ye Feng laughed heartily.

Lin Wan'er and Ling Shuang smiled at each other, with a look of relief on their faces.

Chu Li also breathed a sigh of relief, with a weak smile on her face: "Fortunately, everyone is fine."

After a short rest, everyone continued to walk towards the platform. This time, they finally arrived in front of the platform. Xiao Muchen slowly stretched out his hand and picked up the ancient book emitting colorful light...