Star Journey: Destiny Returns

After receiving nourishment from the immortal core, Yunxuan and Yaoyue found greater peace of mind, gaining a deeper understanding of nature and life. With this strength gained from nature, they followed the guidance of the star map and continued on their new journey.

This time, the light from the star map led them into a rolling volcanic region. The surrounding rocks glowed crimson, scorching magma surged from the ground, thick volcanic smoke filled the air, and a fiery burning sensation filled the air. This volcanic region is known as the "Flaming Mountains and Rivers." Legend has it that buried here is a spiritual object imbued with the essence of fire—the "Fire Vein Spirit Fruit." The Fire Vein Spirit Fruit is not only the crystallization of the earth's fire veins, but also a treasure that can enhance spiritual power, allowing practitioners to live like a fiery fire.

Stepping into the blazing mountains and rivers, a scorching breath hit her face. Yao Yue frowned slightly, feeling the unusually strong fire spirit in the air. She whispered, "This area is filled with blazing fire spirit. Every breath seems to carry the power to burn everything."

Yun Xuan nodded, a look of solemnity on his face. "The Fiery Mountains and Rivers is one of the areas with the strongest fire spiritual energy. If we want to find the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit, we will probably have to travel through the heart of the volcano. The power of the Fire Vein is extremely violent, and the slightest carelessness will burn away our will."

The two men adjusted their minds and began to slowly move forward. The air around them was scorching hot, and the rocks on the ground were scorching from the heat, making walking extremely difficult. The surrounding volcanoes occasionally emitted a low rumbling sound, as if a huge power was hidden deep underground, waiting to erupt.

As they journeyed deeper into the heart of the volcano, the temperature grew increasingly intense, and the spiritual energy in the air became incredibly violent, as if constantly testing their endurance. Yunxuan observed the rock patterns around him with a sharp gaze. Faintly, he sensed a strange spiritual fluctuation and whispered, "Yaoyue, do you feel that fluctuation? It seems to be the aura of the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit."

Yao Yue nodded. She also sensed the strange spiritual aura, and a hint of anticipation flashed in her eyes: "If we follow this aura, we should find the location of the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit."

The two followed the guidance of the spiritual energy, gradually approaching the core of the volcano. As they advanced, the surrounding rocks gradually took on a red and black hue, as if carrying the essence of a deep-seated fire vein. With every step they took, they could feel the fiery power emanating from the ground.

Suddenly, a crater in front of them shook violently, and magma gushed out like a fountain. The blazing flames rushed towards the two of them with destructive power, instantly raising the temperature around them to an unbearable level.

Yunxuan immediately protected Yaoyue, and the two quickly retreated to avoid the flames, but the scorching air still hit them, bringing a fierce burning sensation. Yaoyue's eyes showed a trace of solemnity: "It seems that the protective power of the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit is extremely strong. If you want to approach it, you must first pass the test of the Fire Vein."

Yun Xuan nodded and said in a deep voice, "The power of fire is inherently violent and unpredictable. If we want to obtain the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit, we must show enough endurance and courage and not be afraid of the power of fire before we can approach its core."

The two gathered their spiritual energy, their shields forming a faint halo around them as they slowly approached the crater. However, as they approached, the ground shook more violently, and blazing flames, like dancing serpents, shot out from deep underground, blocking their path.

Yaoyue felt a piercing burning sensation piercing through her shield. She took a deep breath and said firmly, "The Trial of Fire is not only a test of strength, but also a test of inner perseverance."

Yunxuan understood, his eyes firm: "We are not afraid of the burning of fire. Only by persisting in our beliefs can we gain the recognition of the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit." He injected spiritual power into the shield, and a soft light appeared on the surface of the shield, protecting the bodies of the two people firmly.

They traversed the blazing flames, enduring the scorching heat, their steps slow but increasingly determined. As they advanced deeper into the crater, a strange red light gradually emerged in the air ahead. That light carried a pure and intense fire aura, as if emanating from the essence of the deepest fire veins of the earth.

The two approached the red light with reverence, only to see a translucent, fiery-red fruit slowly condense within it. Flame-like patterns swirled across its surface, emanating a fiery spiritual energy. Yun Xuan whispered, "This is the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit, containing the essence of the fire of the earth."

Yao Yue nodded slowly, her eyes filled with respect: "The Fire Vein Spirit Fruit is not only the crystallization of power, but also the condensation of the essence of fire."

They saluted the Fire Vein Spiritual Fruit. Yun Xuan slowly stepped forward and gently placed his hand on it. He felt an intense heat surge into his body, as if the power of a volcano were coursing through his meridians. He felt the spiritual energy within him grow stronger, as if this fire spirit energy brought him endless strength.

Yaoyue also stepped forward and touched the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit. Spiritual energy flowed into her body, bringing a mixture of warmth and strength, as if her heart was ignited by a passionate emotion, the power boiled like a flame, and the belief in her heart became more and more firm.

The power of the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit not only brings about an increase in spiritual strength, but also gives them the courage to face difficulties. They are like a volcano that is not afraid of destruction, and no hardships can stop them from moving forward.

At this moment, the spiritual energy of the Fire Vein Spiritual Fruit gradually gathered into a flaming phantom. The phantom gazed at them gently but firmly, saying, "The power of fire symbolizes endless life. Only with a fearless heart can one carry the essence of fire. Now that you have obtained this spiritual fruit, you must shoulder the responsibility of fire. Don't be afraid of hardship, and move forward courageously."

The two responded respectfully, their hearts filled with awe and respect for the power of fire. Yun Xuan whispered, "The Fire Vein Spirit Fruit has endowed us with the faith of everlasting life, making us more resolute in our future journey, and undeterred by any difficulties."

Yao Yue smiled and nodded, her eyes firm as she spoke, "The power of fire teaches us perseverance and courage. Facing any adversity, we will be as fearless as this vein of fire."

The flame phantom heard their oath and slowly dissipated into the air, while the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit gently emitted a faint red light, as if silently blessing their journey.

They carefully placed the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit into the Spirit Box and bowed deeply to the blazing mountains and rivers as a token of their gratitude. They returned along the same path, their steps firm. The power and faith brought by the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit surged within them, filling them with immense confidence in the future.

As they emerged from the blazing mountains and rivers, the star map's light flickered once more, guiding them in a new direction. With the courage and vitality bestowed by the Fire Vein Spirit Fruit, they embarked on their journey anew, bearing the teachings of the flames in their hearts. No matter how many difficulties lay ahead, they would forge ahead with unwavering faith in the power of fire.