Star Journey: Destiny Returns

The star map's light still flickered in the sky above Cangling Valley, as if guiding Yunxuan and Yaoyue's next steps. Yet, their hearts were filled with fear of the unknown. The recent battle had made them realize that the enemies outside weren't just human, but shadows lurking in the shadows, waiting for them to waver.

"Yunxuan, what do you think that roaring sound is?" Yaoyue frowned slightly, staring into the depths of the valley in the distance, and had an ominous premonition in her heart.

"I don't know, but it sounds like some powerful being." Yun Xuan answered seriously, feeling a hint of unease in his heart. "We have to be careful, there may be new enemies appearing."

"We still need to find the second ultimate taste, and time waits for no one." Yao Yue looked back at the star map with a determined look. "If we can unlock more secrets, perhaps we can better cope with the next challenge."

As the two discussed, a low roar echoed from the depths of Cangling Valley, followed by a deafening sound of footsteps. The ground began to tremble. Yunxuan and Yaoyue looked at each other, knowing that danger was approaching.

"Get ready, Yaoyue!" Yunxuan clenched his fists, sweat beginning to drip from his forehead. "This might be the most powerful enemy we've ever encountered!"

As the sound approached, a massive demonic beast appeared. Its body was covered in scales as hard as iron, its eyes gleaming crimson. Its imposing presence was like a moving mountain. Its roar thickened the air around it, making it feel suffocating.

"This is... the Scarlet Flame Beast!" Yao Yue exclaimed, secretly shocked. "Legend has it that it possesses destructive power and specifically guards the secret of the ultimate taste!"

"We must defeat it before we can find the next ultimate taste!" Yunxuan's eyes were bright and the passion for fighting was burning in his heart.

"But we need strategy, not recklessness." Yao Yue took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice calm. "Its power is extremely strong, and we need to find the right time."

The crimson-flame beast roared and lunged at the two. Its powerful blast, like a hurricane, swept over them, unsteadying their stance. Yunxuan and Yaoyue worked together, quickly dodging to the side and avoiding the attack.

"We can't let it get close!" Yun Xuan roared, his spiritual energy surging out of his body, and his body emitted a dazzling light. "I'll attract its attention, you prepare to attack!"

"Okay!" Yao Yue nodded, her eyes gleaming with determination. She quickly summoned her spiritual power, and the spiritual sword in her hand shone with an icy blue light, as if answering her call.

Yun Xuan rushed towards the giant crimson beast at high speed, secretly wondering how he could defeat this terrifying being. He took a deep breath, instantly energizing his entire body with spiritual power. His body seemed to be enveloped in flames as he pounced on the beast.

"Come on! I'm not afraid of you!" Yun Xuan shouted, intending to provoke the Scarlet Flame Beast. Sure enough, the beast was enraged by his provocation and turned to rush towards him, with flames gushing out of its body like a fountain.

"Yunxuan, be careful!" Yaoyue was nervous, with the magic sword in hand, ready to provide support at any time.

"Do you think I'm afraid?" Yun Xuan bravely faced the beast's attack. His spiritual power collided with the beast's attack, instantly erupting in a dazzling burst of light. The forces intertwined in the air, emitting a piercing roar that shook the entire valley.

Yao Yue gripped the hilt of her sword tightly, her eyes focused. She could feel Yun Xuan's spiritual power rising, and her trust and expectation of him grew stronger. "I must seize the opportunity!"

At that moment, Yao Yue rushed forward with lightning speed, her sword flashing like a meteor across the sky, aiming directly at the heart of the red-flame beast. Her attack was incredibly precise, as if it had been foreseen.

The crimson beast, struck by the sudden attack, roared in pain, its body trembling slightly, its eyes burning with rage. It roared to the heavens, unleashing a powerful force, flames raging through the air like a raging blaze.

"Keep attacking, Yaoyue!" Yunxuan took the opportunity to distance himself, gathering his spiritual energy and preparing to launch another charge. "We can't let it catch its breath!"

"Understood!" Yao Yue responded, and the magic sword drew an arc of light in the air again. The attack fell like raindrops, directly attacking the weakness of the red flame beast.

But the Scarlet Flame Beast was no easy foe. After taking a heavy blow, it quickly counterattacked, instantly enveloping the two with its raging flames. Yunxuan and Yaoyue fought back with all their might, but they still felt a strong burning sensation.

"Yunxuan, hurry! Use the power of the Star Map!" Yaoyue shouted, determination gleaming in her eyes. "If we can unlock the potential of the Star Map, we might be able to turn the tide!"

"Yes!" Yun Xuan realized that the power of the star map was their greatest reliance, and hope suddenly ignited in his heart. He quickly ran towards the direction of the star map, trying to awaken the hidden power.

"I'll hold it back!" Yao Yue fought fiercely in the rear, her spirit sword in hand, its light radiant as stars, blocking the attack of the red-flame beast. She knew in her heart that only by seizing the opportunity could she save the situation.

The crimson-flamed beast charged at Yaoyue once more, roaring and swirling with flames, as if to devour her. A hint of nervousness flashed through Yaoyue's eyes, but she remained steadfast, her sword wielding like a rainbow as she charged forward resolutely.

"I won't give up!" Yao Yue shouted resolutely, her spirit sword moving against the wind, its light like a rainbow, instantly intersecting with the flames. Powerful force erupted at this moment, the sword light and flames intertwined, making her figure appear incredibly agile in the firelight.

"Power of the Star Map, heed my call!" Yun Xuan knelt before the Star Map, his hands touching the flowing runes, silently chanting the unlocking spell. As spiritual power surged, the runes on the Star Map gradually became clearer, shining like stars.

"The power of Heaven, give me courage and strength!" Yun Xuan shouted in a low voice. As he spoke, the star map began to emit a strong light, merging into his spiritual power to form a powerful barrier.

At this moment, Yunxuan felt infinite power surging in his body, as if connected to all things in the world, and his heart was filled with unparalleled confidence and courage.

"Yaoyue, come here quickly!" Yunxuan shouted, his voice firm.

"I'm coming!" Yaoyue responded, with a glimmer of hope in her eyes. She understood that this moment was critical. Only by the two of them working together could they break the defense line of the red flame beast.

When Yaoyue ran towards Yunxuan, the red flame beast also noticed something was wrong. It roared angryly again and flames surged, as if to devour the two of them.

"Yunxuan, be careful!" Yaoyue's heart tightened, and the spirit sword flashed, ready to meet the incoming flames.

"Let's do it together!" Yunxuan's voice was like thunder, and the gathered power reached its peak at this moment, forming a brilliant barrier that protected Yaoyue.

The flames of the Scarlet Flame Beast collided with the light, instantly unleashing a powerful energy surge that shook the entire valley. Hope ignited in Yunxuan and Yaoyue's hearts; they knew only by joining forces could they break free.

"Spirit sword, star map, fusion!" Yunxuan and Yaoyue had a tacit understanding in their hearts, and their spiritual power converged to form a powerful energy, which suddenly crashed into the red flame beast.