Star Journey: Destiny Returns

After receiving the Memory of Dust in the Mirror Tower of the ancient city of Desolate Sand, Yunxuan and Yaoyue's hearts became stronger, and they realized the weight and preciousness of memory. Carrying the blessings of the ancient city of Desolate Sand and the memories of the past, they embarked on the next journey guided by the star map. This time, the star map's light led them through rolling hills and into a dense forest. Legend has it that this is the habitat of the spiritual beast "Blue Flame Spirit Deer," and that the ultimate taste is the product of the legendary "Spirit Deer Heart Spring."

This forest is called the Lush Fantasy Forest. It has ancient trees and dense green. Each tree is like a symbol of life. The lush branches and leaves block out the sun, so that the sunlight can only shine through the gaps between the leaves. The ground is covered with a thick layer of moss and fallen leaves. Stepping into it is like stepping into another world.

Yunxuan took a deep breath. The air was filled with the fresh scent of flowers and earth, refreshing and bringing him a sense of peace. "The spiritual energy here is so pure that it seems to make even one's heart feel lighter."

Yao Yue smiled slightly and whispered, "It is said that the place where the Qingyan Spirit Deer lives will naturally breed this kind of spiritual energy. This spiritual energy not only nourishes the plants in the forest, but also affects those who enter, making them feel peaceful."

They moved slowly through the forest. As they advanced, the surrounding plants seemed to come alive, their leaves swaying gently in the breeze, as if guiding their path. Yaoyue paused, a look of awe in her eyes. She whispered, "This phantom forest is not only beautiful, but also mysterious, as if hiding countless ancient secrets."

Just as the two were immersed in the tranquility of the lush greenery, a subtle noise suddenly emanated from the forest. Yunxuan immediately became alert, gripping his sword tightly and surveying his surroundings with vigilance. Yaoyue was equally alert, her hand gently stroking the silver blade, ready to respond to any emergency.

A slender spirit deer slowly emerged from the bushes. Larger than an ordinary deer, its fur was pure white and soft, shimmering faintly. Its horns, in particular, glowed like pale blue fireworks, making it seem like the embodiment of the forest. The Qingyan Spirit Deer quietly gazed at Yunxuan and Yaoyue, its eyes revealing wisdom and gentleness.

"It's the Blue Flame Spirit Deer!" Yao Yue exclaimed in a low voice, with a hint of wonder and excitement in her eyes, "Perhaps its appearance is to lead us to find the ultimate taste."

Yunxuan was also deeply attracted by the deer's posture and nodded gently. "The guidance of the star map is indeed extraordinary. The appearance of this deer is definitely not accidental. We might as well follow it and see where it will lead us."

The spirit deer seemed to sense their kindness, gently lifting its hooves and slowly walking deeper into the forest. Yunxuan and Yaoyue followed silently behind the spirit deer. The trees around them grew taller and denser, and the light in the forest gradually dimmed. After walking for a while, the spirit deer stopped at a quiet clearing in the forest. In the center of the clearing lay a clear spring, its water crystal clear and emitting a faint light.

The spirit deer stood quietly by the spring, lowered its head and took a sip of the spring water, then raised its head and looked at Yunxuan and Yaoyue with clear eyes, as if inviting them to try the taste of the spring water as well.

"Is this the Spirit Deer Heart Spring?" Yun Xuan murmured, slowly walking forward. Looking at the tranquil image reflected in the spring water, an indescribable calmness rose in his heart.

Yaoyue gently squatted down and scooped up a handful of spring water. The water was cool and clear. The moment it touched her skin, she felt as if a stream of pure water surged into her heart, washing away her inner distractions and fatigue. She whispered, "This spring water is not only cool, but seems to have some special power, cleansing the heart while also granting a sense of tranquility and fortitude."

Yunxuan also scooped up a handful of spring water and drank it. The moment it slid down his throat, a refreshing coolness spread from his throat to his entire body, as if the depths of his soul had been cleansed. He felt the spiritual energy in his body become purer, as if it had resonated more deeply with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Just as they were immersed in the power of the Spirit Deer's Heart Spring, the Spirit Deer suddenly raised its head and cried softly. The sound was long and distant, and seemed to carry a unique rhythm. As it cried, the trees in the forest seemed to respond, rustling slightly. The spiritual energy around them also began to flow slowly, converging into a ball of light blue light, surrounding Yunxuan and Yaoyue.

Yunxuan looked up at the spirit deer, as if realizing something. He whispered, "The spirit deer's cry seems to be more than just an ordinary sound; it's the awakening of some kind of power."

Yaoyue also noticed the changes around her. She frowned slightly and said, "Could it be that the power of this spring water and the spirit deer are intertwined? Or perhaps, every tree in this forest is assisting the spirit deer, forming a vast natural cycle."

At that moment, the light in the clearing suddenly dimmed, and the shadows of the surrounding trees seemed to shift quietly. The tranquility of the forest was shrouded in a mysterious atmosphere. Yunxuan and Yaoyue exchanged a glance, quickly becoming alert and tightening their grip on their weapons.

Several figures slowly emerged from the depths of the forest. They wore dark green cloaks, their faces obscured by their features, their eyes gleaming coldly within the shadows. These mysterious individuals had clearly sensed the Spirit Deer Heart Spring's presence, their gazes filled with greed and covetousness.

"It seems that we are not the only ones who want to get the Spirit Deer Heart Spring." Yun Xuan said coldly, with a hint of vigilance in his eyes.

Yao Yue gripped the silver blade tightly, observing these mysterious people calmly, and whispered, "Their aura is very strange, as if they carry a strange power. I'm afraid they are not ordinary explorers."

Without further ado, the mysterious figures moved in unison towards Yunxuan and Yaoyue. Their movements were swift and fierce, each step carrying a hint of murderous intent, clearly well-trained assassins.

Yun Xuan didn't hesitate, brandishing his sword. Spiritual energy quickly gathered, and the sword's light, like a rainbow, pierced the enemy in front of him. One of the mysterious men quickly retreated, while the other attacked from the side, his movements swift and ferocious, intending to block Yun Xuan's path.

Yaoyue also swiftly struck, her silver blade flashing like a stream of light, aiming directly at the enemy's vital points. Her movements were nimble and precise, each strike carrying a chilling glint, neutralizing the enemy's attacks one by one. The two of them worked in perfect harmony, quickly forcing the enemy back into the forest.

However, those mysterious men obviously did not give up easily. They exchanged glances, and one of them quickly took out a black jade talisman from his arms and silently recited a spell. The jade talisman instantly burst out with a black light, and the surrounding air seemed to condense, and a strange aura enveloped the two of them.

Yunxuan and Yaoyue were forced to take a step back by this strange aura. They felt as if their spiritual power was being suppressed by some force, and their movements became heavy. Yaoyue whispered, "This force seems to be able to block spiritual power. We must fight quickly and not be delayed."

Yun Xuan nodded, and quickly gathered his spiritual power. The sword light in his hand burst into a dazzling light. With the power of the Spirit Deer Heart Spring, his sword energy became more and more powerful, and he struck the enemy with one blow. The mysterious man holding the jade talisman was caught off guard and was hit by the sword energy. He fell to the ground, and the jade talisman fell from his hand. The black light dissipated.

Seeing this, the other mysterious individuals quickly retreated, not daring to engage the two men again. With the enemy gone, tranquility returned to the forest, as if the previous battle had been a fleeting illusion. The spirit deer's gentle cry soothed the forest, and the pure spiritual energy within returned.

Yunxuan and Yaoyue took a deep breath and gazed at the spirit deer, a hint of gratitude in their eyes. The spirit deer slowly approached, its head slightly lowered, as if in acknowledgment. Its eyes were deep and gentle, filled with blessing. Then, it turned and disappeared into the depths of the forest, leaving behind a scene of peace and tranquility.

With the power of the Spirit Deer Heart Spring, Yunxuan and Yaoyue's hearts became more peaceful. They knew that this journey was not only about gaining strength, but also a baptism of the heart.