Star Journey: Destiny Returns

As the dawn broke, the starry sky faded in the distance, and the snowflakes on the ice field sparkled brightly under the sunlight. Yunxuan, Yaoyue, and Fengchi set foot on this mysterious land. The air was filled with a refreshing chill, as if even time had stood still.

"Do you smell it? There seems to be a strange scent in the air." Yaoyue frowned slightly, took a deep breath, and felt that the surrounding atmosphere was completely different from the lake before.

"I felt it too." Feng Chi concentrated and said, "This breath is not only cold, but also seems to contain some kind of power."

Yunxuan's eyes were bright as he looked around: "We must be careful. The ice field is not only a beautiful scenery, but also an unknown test."

As the three of them continued to venture deeper into the icy plain, the surrounding environment began to gradually change. The flat snowfield gave way to towering ice peaks, from which faint lights flickered from time to time, shining like gems hidden in the snow.

"Those lights seem like some kind of mysterious guidance," Yao Yue whispered, her gaze fixed on a distant icy peak. "Perhaps we can head there."

Yunxuan nodded, his heart full of anticipation: "Maybe that's the direction we're looking for the Ice Crystal Fruit!"

However, just as they stepped forward, the ground suddenly shook, as if some giant creature was stirring beneath the ground. Feng Chi immediately became alert and whispered, "Be careful!"

"What is it?" Yaoyue's heart tightened. The ice and snow around her slid down in the vibration, revealing deep cracks in the ground.

At this moment, a cold wind blew out from the crack, accompanied by a low roar, as if warning them not to get close. Yun Xuan gritted his teeth and refused to retreat: "No matter what it is, we can't retreat!"

Suddenly, the edge of the crack gave way, and several icy blue figures shot out from it, flying towards them like sharp arrows. They were strange creatures resembling wolves but covered in frost. Their sharp claws flashed with a cold light as they charged towards the three of them.

"He comes with ill intentions!" Feng Chi roared, quickly drawing the weapon in his hand and preparing to meet the enemy.

Yao Yue quickly analyzed the situation: "These ice wolves are extremely fast, we must disperse them first!"

"I'll lead them away, and you guys support me from behind!" Yun Xuan rushed forward decisively, quickly drawing an arc and attracting the attention of several ice wolves.

Yaoyue and Fengchi exchanged a glance, then followed in tacit agreement. Fengchi roared, wielding his weapon in a flash of cold light, instantly engaging an ice wolf. Yaoyue, on the side, channeled her spiritual power and unleashed an icy arrow at the other ice wolf, piercing its heart.

"Well done!" Yunxuan encouraged loudly, full of confidence in Yaoyue's ability. At this moment, they cooperated tacitly and gradually took the initiative.

However, the number of ice wolves was too great. As they continued to emerge from the cracks, the scene gradually became chaotic. Yun Xuan was secretly anxious: "We must quickly eliminate these ice wolves!"

At this moment, Yaoyue gathered spiritual power in her hands, and muttered in her heart: "May the power of ice and snow be used by me!" Her voice was like a chant, and the surrounding ice and snow began to spin under her guidance, turning into a cold current and attacking the strongest ice wolf.

The ice wolf was caught in the sudden cold snap, its movements becoming sluggish. Feng Chi seized the opportunity to leap forward, his weapon slashing with a streak of light before slashing down fiercely.

"Die!" Feng Chi roared with great force, instantly repelling the ice wolf.

Yunxuan took advantage of the situation and attacked alongside Fengchi. Their tacit understanding left the ice wolves powerless to fight back. With a few screams, the ice wolves fell one after another. The last wolf was shot by Yaoyue's ice arrow and turned into a pile of ice chips.

"Finally... it's solved." Yunxuan breathed a sigh of relief, but he also realized that the challenges they faced were far more than that.

"It's not over yet." Feng Chi stared at his surroundings vigilantly, "The crack is still there, perhaps more creatures will appear."

Yao Yue pondered, "This ice field might be some kind of sealed place, and the ice wolf is just a guardian. We must find the ice crystal fruit as soon as possible."

"So what should we do now?" Yunxuan asked, his eyes scanning the ice peaks in the distance, as if looking for the next direction.

"Go ahead and find that icy peak." Yao Yue pointed ahead and said firmly, "If we can uncover the secrets here, perhaps we can find a way to deeper depths."

The three began to walk towards the ice peak. Although they were exhausted from the previous battle, their desire for the unknown and the courage to explore drove them forward. As they approached, the light on the ice peak became more and more obvious, as if calling them.

"That spot of light has a strange attraction." Yunxuan's heartbeat quickened, and he could almost feel the power in the light calling them.

"Be careful!" Feng Chi warned, staying alert, "We don't know what dangers lie ahead."

As they approached the icy peak, the atmosphere suddenly shifted. The ice and snow beneath their feet hummed softly, as if hinting at the impending change. Yunxuan sensed a surge of powerful energy emanating from the peak, and the entire ice field seemed to tremble.

"Hurry! We must speed up!" Yaoyue said anxiously. Feeling this strange breath, she couldn't help but speed up her pace.

However, just as they reached the foot of the ice peak, a huge icicle suddenly fell from the sky, smashing in front of them like thunder, with a deafening roar. The three of them hurriedly retreated, their hearts filled with shock and fear.

"What... is going on?" Yun Xuan muttered to himself, realizing that the situation before him had become extremely dangerous.

"We may have touched upon some taboo!" Feng Chi's voice grew increasingly tense amidst the wind. "This ice peak possesses extraordinary power. We must proceed with caution!"

At this moment, a deep and ancient voice came from the ice peak: "Those who dare to challenge and come to this place must accept the trial before they can move forward."

Yao Yue's heart was shaken, and she felt extremely nervous: "How does this trial proceed?"

"Only by passing the trial can you obtain the Ice Crystal Fruit!" The voice echoed again, as if reminding them of the challenges they were about to face.

"Then how should we respond?" Yunxuan asked, secretly thinking about his next response strategy in his mind.

"We must unite as one and be fearless in our hearts to pass this trial." Feng Chi's voice was firm, his eyes sparkling. "I believe we will succeed!"

Yaoyue nodded slightly, her heart full of faith: "No matter what difficulties we face, we must not retreat!"

As the ancient voice faded, the light of the icy peak grew brighter, as if paving the way for their trial. Yunxuan, Yaoyue, and Fengchi gripped their weapons, ready to face the next challenge. Their inner courage and determination coalesced into a powerful force that seemed capable of shaking the entire glacier.