Star Journey: Destiny Returns

Returning from the tranquility and purity of the Floating Light Lake, the peace of mind brought by the Water Moon Spirit Pearl still lingered in Yunxuan and Yaoyue's hearts. The light of the star map emerged before them like a reflection of the galaxy, once again guiding them to a new and mysterious region. This time, the star map led them into a wind valley, surrounded by strange rocks. The long, lingering sound of wind echoed through the valley, like the gentle melody of nature.

"This place seems to be more special than any other scene before." Yao Yue whispered, and the sound of the wind drifted into her ears, as if an invisible force was gently plucking her heartstrings.

Yun Xuan observed intently, then nodded slightly. "This is Wind Valley. Legend has it that there's a mysterious power here called the 'Spiritual Charm Curse.' It's said to resonate with all things in nature, and even awaken a person's deepest emotions and desires. However, if one's resolve is weak, one could easily be disturbed by the sound of the wind and lost in the illusion."

Listening to Yunxuan's story, Yaoyue couldn't help but feel awe: "It seems that the spiritual charm curse in the Wind Valley is a very challenging force. We must always remain clear-headed and not be confused by the wind."

The two exchanged a glance, then stepped into the valley. As they entered, the sound of the wind grew clearer, echoing through the valley, sometimes low like a sigh, sometimes high like a long howl, captivating them. The sound seemed to possess a strange rhythm, drawing their minds, as if to draw them into a deeper vision.

Yunxuan closed his eyes and listened intently to the wind, sensing an ancient rhythm within, as if it were revealing the secrets of heaven and earth. Just then, a low, deep wind rustled in his ears, dragging his consciousness into a vortex of memories with an irresistible force.

He opened his eyes, and the scene before him changed instantly. He was back in the village of his childhood. The villagers were busy harvesting crops, and his parents stood on the ridge of the field, smiling at him. He felt a warmth and peace he had never felt before.

"This...how could this be?" Yunxuan was shocked, but the scene before him was so real that he couldn't help but take a step forward.

Just as Yunxuan was about to be lost in the illusion, a gentle call came from his ear, awakening his intoxicated mind: "Yunxuan, don't be fooled by the illusion."

Yunxuan was startled, realizing that the scene before him was merely an illusion within the Wind Valley. He took a deep breath, calmed his mind, and cleared away all distracting thoughts. The illusion vanished, and the surroundings returned to their original desolate state.

"Thanks for the reminder, Yaoyue. The illusion in Fenggu is indeed powerful, and you will get lost if you are not careful." Yunxuan said softly, his eyes full of gratitude.

Yaoyue smiled faintly and said comfortingly, "This is one of the powers of the Lingyun Curse. It forces us to face the softest parts of our hearts and tests our resolve. As long as we move forward with determination, we won't be deceived by illusions."

The two of them stepped forward once more. As they went deeper, the sound of the wind grew more complex and varied, as if a thousand voices intertwined: a mother's whisper, a warrior's roar, a lover's whisper, weaving together into a mysterious symphony. Yaoyue seemed to hear the calls of her loved ones in the wind, and her heart was in turmoil, but she forced herself to remain calm and focus on the road ahead.

At this moment, a stone platform appeared before them, covered in ancient runes. The runes shimmered with a faint blue light, blending in with the surrounding wind, as if pulsing with life. Yunxuan and Yaoyue stepped forward and carefully examined the runes on the platform, sensing a powerful spiritual power imbued within them.

"These runes seem to be the core of the spiritual charm spell. We may be able to find a way to gain power through them." Yunxuan whispered, gently touching the runes with his fingers, and felt a warm spiritual power flowing into his body through his fingertips.

Suddenly, the runes glowed faintly, and the sound of the wind around them suddenly became rapid, as if responding to their touch. The two felt a powerful pressure coming from all directions, and the wind seemed to be mixed with low incantations, gradually eroding their minds.

Yaoyue gritted her teeth, struggling to resist the spell's onslaught, but she still felt a wave of daze. She whispered, "This spiritual spell is too powerful, as if it's trying to amplify our deepest emotions and trap us."

Yunxuan's heart trembled, realizing that this was the final test of the Spiritual Charm Curse. He closed his eyes, mobilized the spiritual energy within his body, and immersed his mind completely in a pure state. He did not resist the invasion of the wind, but let it flow naturally into it.

Seeing this, Yaoyue followed Yunxuan's lead, relaxing her mind and no longer trying to resist the wind. Instead, she completely opened her heart and soul, resonating with the wind. As they relaxed, the spells around them gradually softened. The wind no longer felt aggressive, but instead seemed to comfort their souls, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility.

At this moment, the runes on the stone platform gradually gathered into a blue light, and the light slowly condensed into a crystal clear rune stone, emitting a soft spiritual light, as if condensed from the rhythm of heaven and earth.

Yao Yue looked at the talisman stone and whispered, "This is the symbol of the Lingyun Curse, and it possesses the power of nature."

Yunxuan slowly reached out and grasped the talisman stone in his palm, feeling a warm spiritual energy flow into his body. The power of the Spiritual Charm Mantra brought peace to his mind, allowing him to sense the pervasive rhythm and harmony of heaven and earth. Yaoyue also felt a strange sense of peace from the talisman stone, her heart filled with awe and gratitude for nature.

The two exchanged a glance, then, empowered by the Spiritual Charm, departed Wind Valley. The wind in the valley gradually faded, as if bidding them farewell. Blessed by the Spiritual Charm, their minds grew clearer, their resolve more resolute.

The star map lit up again in front of them, as if illuminating the way ahead for them.