Crossing to Douqi Continent and walking sideways

The battle between Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er and the mysterious figure became increasingly intense. The surging forces of both sides collided violently in the palace, setting off wave after wave of violent energy storms.

Every attack of the mysterious figure was like the collapse of heaven and earth, the shattering of mountains and rivers, carrying endless destructive power. The pressure was as heavy as a mountain, making Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er feel suffocated. Xiao Muchen swung the Star Sword in his hand like a violent storm, and the power of the wind, thunder and rage burned and jumped on the sword. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, staring closely at the mysterious figure's every move, not letting go of any flaws.

At the same time, Lin Wan'er cast various exquisite spells. The staff in her hand flashed with brilliant light, and each spell was a deadly threat to the enemy. She cleverly used her skills to create more opportunities for Xiao Muchen and provided a steady stream of support and cover. However, the speed of the mysterious figure was astonishing, like a ghost, with an unpredictable figure. It always avoided the attacks of Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er at an incredible angle and speed, making their efforts go to waste.

"This is not a solution. We must find his weakness!" Xiao Muchen shouted loudly, his voice echoing in the palace.

Lin Wan'er nodded vigorously and replied, "Brother Xiao, I will hold him back, you take this opportunity to observe."

After saying that, Lin Wan'er quickly formed seals with her hands and muttered something. A powerful magical light spurted out from her staff, like a rainbow piercing the sun, and headed straight for the mysterious figure.

The mysterious figure snorted coldly, and the voice seemed to come from the abyss of the underworld, carrying endless chill and contempt. He waved his sleeves casually, and the seemingly simple and casual action contained an indescribable powerful force.

In an instant, an invisible energy wave spread out from him. The dazzling and powerful magic light was like a fragile bubble in front of this powerful force, and was easily dissolved into nothingness. The moment the light dissipated, the surrounding air seemed to solidify, and time seemed to stop at this moment.

But in this fleeting moment, Xiao Muchen, with his extremely keen insight, caught the extremely subtle slowness in his movements. This tiny change may not be noticeable to ordinary people, but for a veteran and meticulous master like Xiao Muchen, it is like a ray of light in the darkness. His eyes instantly became as sharp as a hawk, staring closely at the mysterious figure, not missing any details.

Xiao Muchen's heartbeat accelerated involuntarily. He knew that this slight delay might be the key to defeating the enemy. His brain was working rapidly, analyzing the opportunities that this discovery might bring. Although the mysterious figure in front of him was so powerful that it was frightening, this slight flaw rekindled his fighting spirit and hope. He secretly clenched the weapon in his hand, adjusted his breathing, and prepared to meet the next challenge with full concentration, thinking in his heart how to use this rare discovery to turn the situation around.

"Now!" Xiao Muchen shouted loudly, and the Star Sword, wrapped in the violent power of wind, thunder and rage, attacked towards the right side of the mysterious figure with the force of thunder.

The mysterious figure's face changed slightly, and he hurriedly raised his hand to block, but Xiao Muchen's sword still left a bloody mark on his arm.

"Hmph, kid, you've got some skills." The mysterious figure said with a gloomy look.

Xiao Muchen took the opportunity to say, "Senior, we have no intention of offending you. We are just looking for an opportunity to improve our strength."

The mysterious figure was silent for a moment, and then slowly said: "If you want an opportunity, then pass my test."

After saying this, the mysterious figure put his hands together and chanted an obscure and difficult spell. In an instant, countless phantoms suddenly appeared in the palace. These phantoms were exactly the same as the mysterious figure, and it was difficult to distinguish the real from the fake, which was dazzling.

"This..." Lin Wan'er shouted in surprise.

Xiao Muchen said in a deep voice: "Don't be afraid, we will deal with it together."

The two of them quickly stood back to back, concentrating on being alert to the phantoms that were swarming around them.

The phantoms launched fierce attacks at the same time, and for a moment, Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er were in a difficult situation. They blocked left and right, struggling to resist the phantoms' tidal attacks, and beads of sweat rolled down their foreheads.

Xiao Muchen suddenly had an idea and said hastily, "Wan'er, use your magic to create a large area of light, which may make the phantom appear."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wan'er immediately cast a spell without hesitation, and a dazzling light instantly illuminated the entire palace.

Under the strong light, the figures of the phantoms gradually became blurred. Xiao Muchen took the opportunity to swing the Star Sword. The sword energy was like a rainbow, destroying the phantoms one after another.

After a hard and arduous battle, they finally succeeded in destroying all the phantoms.

The mysterious figure appeared again and said, "Yes, there is a second level next."

Just as he finished speaking, a huge magic circle suddenly rose slowly from the ground of the palace, and a mysterious light flickered on the magic circle, like stars.

"What kind of magic circle is this?" Xiao Muchen asked in confusion, frowning.

The mysterious figure said solemnly: "This is a soul trial array. Once you enter it, your soul will be severely tested. If you cannot persevere, you will be lost in it forever."

Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er looked at each other. There was no fear in their eyes, only unwavering determination.

"We are not afraid!" Xiao Muchen said firmly.

The two of them walked into the magic circle resolutely.

As soon as they entered the magic circle, Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er felt a powerful pressure like an overwhelming tidal wave surging over them, and their souls seemed to be torn apart alive.

Xiao Muchen gritted his teeth and used his iron will to stubbornly resist the pressure that almost crushed him. Lin Wan'er held Xiao Muchen's hand tightly, her eyes gentle and firm, giving him endless strength.

In the magic circle, they constantly face all kinds of strange soul illusions and deadly temptations, but they always stick to their original intentions and remain unmoved, like a reef standing in the wind and waves.

Finally, with their amazing perseverance and firm belief, they successfully passed the soul trial array.

The mysterious figure appeared in front of them again with a relieved and satisfied smile on his face.

"You have passed my test, and these treasures and secret books are what you deserve." said the mysterious figure.

Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er said gratefully, "Thank you, senior."

They began to carefully examine these treasures and secret books and found an ancient martial arts book among them, which exuded a mysterious and powerful aura.

"Senior Brother Xiao, this martial arts technique looks very powerful." Lin Wan'er said in surprise.

Xiao Muchen nodded: "Let's leave here first and study it carefully."

The two left the palace with the treasures and secret books.

However, what they didn't know was that after they left, the mysterious figure looked at their receding backs and murmured to himself: "I hope you can go further on the road ahead..."

Xiao Muchen and Lin Wan'er walked out of the illusion and found themselves in a completely unfamiliar place.

"Where is this?" Lin Wan'er asked in confusion.

Xiao Muchen carefully observed the surrounding environment and said cautiously: "I don't know, but let's find a safe place first."

Just then, a group of men in black appeared in front of them like ghosts, blocking their way.

"Hand over the treasures you got!" said the leader of the men in black viciously.

Xiao Muchen sneered: "Just you guys?"

A new fierce battle is about to begin...