Time Travel: Ancient Martial Arts Chronicles

After defeating the terrifying black monster, the reconnaissance team continued to move cautiously into the depths of the forest. The fog was still thick, like a huge wet cloth, clinging tightly to them, and they could feel the moisture drilling into their bones with every step. The team members were in a heavy mood. The battle they had just experienced left them with lingering fears, and the fear of the unknown was even more prevalent. Ye Wuhen was no exception. In this gloomy atmosphere, his thoughts drifted back to his family from time to time. He missed the warm fire at home, the friendly smiles of his tribesmen, and the scenes of carefree children running in the streets. Each scene was like a sharp hook, hooking his heart, making him long to return to his family at this moment and ensure their safety.

Ye Wuhen walked at the front of the group, his eyes warily scanning the surroundings, not missing a single suspicious sign. A crushing silence permeated the forest, broken only by the sounds of their heavy breathing and the occasional snapping of branches. The forest now seemed like a vast maze, every tree and stone a deliberate obstacle, blocking their path to the truth. He knew he couldn't retreat; his family's safety depended on their actions. Yet, the longing for home surged like a surging tide, repeatedly battering his sanity.

Suddenly, a faint light appeared in the fog ahead, and the light flickered like a will-o'-the-wisp. The team members immediately became nervous, gripped their weapons tightly, and slowed down their pace. Ye Wuhen raised his hand to signal everyone to stop. He carefully observed the light, trying to determine its source. As they gradually approached, the light became clearer and clearer. It turned out that an ancient magic circle was emitting light. The runes of the magic circle flashed with mysterious colors, as if conveying some kind of message, but these runes were ancient and unfamiliar, and Ye Wuhen and the team members could not decipher them. Looking at this mysterious magic circle, Ye Wuhen felt a surge of uneasiness in his heart. He wished that a wise man from his family was by his side at this moment to help solve this mystery together. At the same time, he also missed the time when everyone discussed countermeasures together.

As everyone gathered around the magic circle to study it, the surrounding environment began to shift. The mist swirled rapidly, forming massive vortexes that trapped them. The trees seemed to come alive, branches reaching out like tentacles, attempting to grab them. The team members swung their weapons, cutting off the branches that reached out, but they only continued to increase, pouring in like a tide.

"Everyone, don't panic! This is a trap set by the magic circle!" Ye Wuhen shouted, his voice trying to dispel the fear in his team members, as well as his own worries about the unknown and his longing for home. He knew he had to remain calm to lead everyone out of danger. He searched for the key to the magic circle, hoping to destroy it and disarm the trap. In the chaos, he discovered a crystal in a corner of the magic circle, emitting a unique glow. It seemed to be the core of the entire magic circle. He rushed towards the crystal, dodging branches along the way. As he approached the crystal, a powerful force surged from it, trying to push him away. The force was a bit of a strain, and he gritted his teeth. The image of his family flashed through his mind. He couldn't let them down, couldn't put his family in danger. He focused all his spiritual energy into his sword and thrust it fiercely at the crystal. The sword and the crystal collided, emitting a dazzling light. The powerful energy sent Ye Wuhen flying backwards. At the same time, the surrounding mist swirls and dancing branches ceased, and the magic circle's light gradually dimmed. The team members breathed a sigh of relief, but they knew that the danger was not over.

"This magic circle must be connected to the monster from before. We must uncover its secrets," Ye Wuhen said. He stood up, dusted himself off, and walked over to the magic circle for a closer look. Although the magic circle had been damaged by the previous impact, some runes were still clearly visible. Drawing on his extensive knowledge and experience, Ye Wuhen began to attempt to decipher the runes. While doing so, his mind kept reminiscing about the ancient books in the family library and the days he spent studying them with the family's wise men. He missed them so much. He knew that for the sake of his family, he had to solve this mystery.

After considerable effort, he finally pieced together some information from the fragments of rune text. The magic circle seemed to be part of a sealing ritual, and the black monster was one of the evil forces trapped there. But somehow, the seal had loosened, allowing the monster to escape, and even more evil forces were about to be unleashed. This discovery weighed heavily on his heart, and his worry for his family intensified, his longing for them tinged with anxiety.

"We have to go back quickly to inform the family and make defensive preparations." A team member said anxiously. Ye Wuhen nodded, but his eyes looked deeper into the forest. "We still need more information. Maybe there is the key to solving all these mysteries." He said. The team members were a little hesitant. They knew that the depths of the forest were more dangerous, but they also trusted Ye Wuhen's decision. Ye Wuhen looked at the team members. He knew that this decision was difficult for everyone, just like the conflict in his heart between missing his family and going deep into the forest to obtain information. But he had no other choice. In order to protect his family, he had to take the risk.

Led by Ye Wuhen, they continued walking deeper into the forest. The further they went, the stronger the evil aura in the air became, as if countless pairs of eyes were watching them from the darkness. Suddenly, they heard a low roar, coming from all directions, making it impossible for them to tell the direction.

"Prepare for battle!" Ye Wuhen whispered, tightening his grip on his sword and silently praying for his family's safety. The team quickly formed a defensive circle, vigilantly observing their surroundings. As the roaring sound grew closer, a group of dark shadows rushed out of the mist. These shadows were agile and extremely fast, lunging at the reconnaissance team, baring their sharp claws and fangs.

Battle erupted instantly, and the team engaged in a fierce battle with the shadows. Though small in size, these shadows attacked with ferocity, and their numbers were immense. Like a group of well-trained assassins, they constantly sought out the reconnaissance team's weaknesses. Ye Wuhen wielded his sword, each strike repelling several shadows, but the shadows remained undaunted and continued their frantic attacks. In between moments of battle, Ye Wuhen's mind flashed back to the faces of his family. He could not allow these evil creatures to threaten them, and this conviction fueled his attacks even more fiercely.

During the battle, one of the team members was unfortunately scratched by a shadowy figure. The wound quickly turned black, evidently poisoned. Seeing this, Ye Wuhen was distraught. He knew that if the shadowy figures weren't dealt with quickly, they would all be in dire straits. He concentrated his mind and unleashed a powerful spiritual skill. A dazzling light erupted from his sword, like a blazing sun, spreading towards the shadowy figures. Illuminated by the light, the shadowy figures screamed in pain and retreated.

"We must leave here as soon as possible and find a safe place to detoxify him," Ye Wuhen said, his heart filled with worry for the injured teammate and his family. The team carried their injured companion on their backs and quickly evacuated in the direction they had come. However, the forest seemed unwilling to let them leave easily, and they encountered various traps and obstacles along the way. But they did not give up. With their tenacious will and tacit understanding, they finally found a relatively safe cave.

Ye Wuhen was detoxifying the injured team member in the cave, while the other team members were on guard. During the detoxification process, Ye Wuhen was filled with worry. This trip to the forest was more dangerous than he had imagined, and they had not yet fully understood the enemy's situation. If these problems were not resolved in time, the family would face a catastrophe. He wished he could return to the family now and deal with the crisis with everyone, instead of struggling alone in this dangerous forest. Every injured team member was like a knife piercing his heart. His longing for his family became extremely strong at this moment, and he longed to see them safe and sound.

After much effort, the injured team member finally escaped danger. Ye Wuhen emerged from the cave and gazed into the depths of the forest. He knew they had to return quickly and inform his family of the situation. At the same time, he secretly vowed to unravel the forest's mysteries and protect his family from the encroaching forces of evil. The fate of his family was now tied to this mysterious and dangerous forest. With no escape route, his longing for home would become his driving force, forcing him to forge ahead without hesitation for the safety of his family.

(End of this chapter) Note: This story is purely fictional. Any similarity is purely coincidental.