The Immortal Emperor Reborn: Accompanying My Child on the Extraordinary Journey

Chapter 85: The Test of the Inner Demon

A dazzling light streaked across the night sky like a meteor, carrying unstoppable force as it instantly struck the black-robed mysterious figure. He felt a sharp pain, his entire body pounding as if struck by a heavy hammer. He was involuntarily sent flying backwards, smashing through several towering ancient trees before landing in a heap on the ground.

Yun Che stood there, his gaze determined, his entire body radiating a faint glow, a symbol of the power surging within him. He took a deep breath, feeling the surge of power within him, and an unprecedented sense of confidence surged within him.

"You...you dare to hurt me!" The mysterious man in black robe struggled to get up from the ground, his face as pale as paper, his eyes full of resentment and unwillingness.

Yun Che looked at him coldly and said, "You have committed many evil deeds. Today is your end."

Upon hearing this, the mysterious man in black robe burst into laughter, his laughter filled with madness and despair. "Doomsday? Do you really think you can defeat me? Let me tell you, I am the incarnation of the inner demon. As long as there is fear and weakness in your heart, I will never disappear!"

Yun Che frowned, realizing that the black-robed mysterious figure's words weren't groundless. The inner demon was indeed the most formidable enemy for cultivators. It lurked deep within everyone, exploiting negative emotions like fear, desire, and regret to constantly erode their minds and spirits, plunging them into endless pain and struggle.

However, Yun Che did not retreat. He took a deep breath, his gaze becoming even more resolute: "I, Yun Che, never fear any challenge. Today, I will defeat you and completely destroy you!"

The mysterious man in black robes sneered and transformed into a dark shadow again, pouncing towards Yun Che. Yun Che dodged with ease, and the two of them once again engaged in a fierce battle.

At the same time, Yun Che's companions were also experiencing their own inner demon trials.

In a dark cave, Xiao Yichen was meditating with his eyes closed, trying to find the fear and weakness deep in his heart. However, when he tried to delve into his heart, he found himself trapped in an endless darkness.

In the darkness, he saw his past failures and setbacks, and the faces of those he had hurt. These images were like sharp blades, constantly cutting into his heart, causing him to feel immense pain and self-blame.

"Why...why am I so incompetent?" Xiao Yichen murmured in a low voice, his voice full of despair and helplessness.

At this moment, a ray of light suddenly lit up in the darkness, illuminating Xiao Yichen's face. He raised his head and saw a vague figure standing in front of him, his eyes full of warmth and encouragement.

"Yi Chen, don't give up. All your efforts and perseverance were for the purpose of becoming a better version of yourself. Don't deny yourself because of a temporary failure. You must believe that you have the power to overcome all difficulties."

Xiao Yichen felt a surge of warmth in his heart when he heard this. He raised his head, his eyes becoming firm: "Yes, I will defeat myself and my inner demons!"

After saying this, he suddenly opened his eyes and saw that he had broken free from the darkness and returned to reality. He took a deep breath, feeling the power surging through his body, and his heart was filled with unprecedented confidence and determination.

Elsewhere, Lin Wan'er stood in a desolate desert. As she gazed at the vast expanse of the desert, a feeling of loneliness and helplessness welled up within her. She knew she was being tested by her inner demons, but she didn't know how to respond.

Just then, a strong wind blew, stirring up a cloud of yellow sand. Lin Wan'er felt her vision go dark, and when she opened her eyes again, she found herself in an unfamiliar place.

It was a bustling market, bustling with activity. Lin Wan'er looked at the people around her, a warm feeling welling up in her heart. However, when she tried to blend in, she found herself blocked by an invisible barrier, unable to enter.

"Why...why can't I fit in?" Lin Wan'er murmured in a low voice, her voice full of doubt and confusion.

At that moment, a familiar figure appeared before her. It was her master, a kind and dignified old man. He looked at Lin Wan'er with eyes filled with care and expectation.

"Wan'er, your inner demon is loneliness and helplessness. But you must remember, no matter where you are, you are not alone. You have family, friends, and me, your master. You must learn to believe in yourself and others in order to defeat your inner demon."

Hearing this, Lin Wan'er felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She raised her head, her gaze becoming firm. "Yes, Master, I will defeat myself and my inner demons!"

After saying this, she suddenly opened her eyes and found herself freed from the desert and back in reality. She took a deep breath, feeling the power surge through her body, her heart filled with unprecedented confidence and determination.

Meanwhile, Yun Che's battle with the mysterious black-robed figure continued. The two exchanged blows, each in a close fight. However, as time went on, Yun Che gradually discovered the black-robed figure's weaknesses.

He suddenly threw a heavy punch, hitting the black-robed mysterious man in the chest. The black-robed mysterious man felt a huge force coming at him, and the whole person flew backwards again, falling heavily to the ground.

"You...you dare..." The mysterious man in black robe struggled to get up from the ground, his eyes full of resentment and unwillingness.

Yun Che looked at him coldly and said, "You've been defeated, inner demon. Today, I will completely destroy you!"

After saying this, he charged towards the mysterious black-robed man once again. The two engaged in another fierce battle. However, this time, Yun Che clearly had the upper hand. He continuously attacked the mysterious black-robed man, forcing him to retreat step by step.

Finally, under a fierce attack, the body of the mysterious man in black robe completely collapsed, turned into a cloud of black smoke, and dissipated into the air.

Yun Che stood there, watching the black smoke dissipate. An unprecedented sense of relief and relief welled up in his heart. He knew that he had finally triumphed over his inner demons and completed this test.

At the same time, Xiao Yichen, Lin Wan'er and other companions also broke free from their own inner demons. They looked at each other with eyes full of joy and excitement.

"We succeeded! We defeated our inner demons!" Xiao Yichen shouted excitedly.

Lin Wan'er also smiled brightly: "Yes, we succeeded. This test has made us more determined and confident."

Yun Che looked at his companions, his heart filled with gratitude and pride. He knew that it was because of their companionship and support that he was able to make it this far.

"Let's go and continue our journey of cultivation." Yun Che said.

The companions nodded, and the group set out on their journey again. They knew that the road ahead was still long, but they believed that as long as they worked together, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and challenges.

In the days that followed, Yun Che and his companions continued to cultivate and improve. They experienced countless battles and trials, but each time they were able to overcome danger with their unwavering faith and outstanding strength.

However, just when they thought everything was going well, a sudden piece of news broke their peace.

“Yun Che, you must return to the sect immediately!” A disciple who was in charge of communication hurried over and said solemnly.

Yun Che’s heart tightened when he heard this: “What happened?”

The disciple who sent the message sighed and said, "The sect is facing an unprecedented crisis. A powerful enemy is approaching. We must unite and resist the enemy together."

Hearing this, Yun Che felt a strong sense of responsibility surge in his heart. He knew that as a member of the sect, he had the responsibility to protect the sect's safety and honor.

"Let's return immediately!" Yun Che said.

The companions nodded, and the group quickly packed up and headed towards the sect.

When they returned to the sect, they found a bustling atmosphere. Disciples were busy setting up defenses and preparing battle supplies, while the elders gathered to discuss countermeasures and formulate battle plans.

Yun Che and the others immediately joined the busy team. They assisted the disciples in setting up defensive fortifications and inspecting combat equipment. At the same time, they also consulted the elders on battle strategies and learned about the enemy's situation.

After several days and nights of intense preparation, the sect was finally ready to fight. The powerful enemy finally revealed its true form—a coalition of numerous cultivators.

The coalition forces advanced towards the sect with great momentum. They were numerous and powerful, and clearly came prepared.

Yun Che and the others stood at the front of the sect, watching the approaching coalition forces, their hearts filled with tension and worry. However, they did not retreat. They knew that they were fighting to protect the sect, to protect their own homeland.

"Prepare for battle!" Yun Che shouted loudly.

The companions nodded, each holding their weapons tightly, ready for battle.

As the coalition forces drew closer, a fierce battle finally broke out. Yun Che and his companions bravely fought the enemy, unafraid. Relying on their outstanding strength and unwavering faith, they continuously repelled the coalition's attacks.

However, the coalition forces were numerous and powerful. As time went on, Yun Che and his companions gradually felt their strength was insufficient. They began to struggle, and their companions continued to fall to the ground injured.

At this moment, a familiar figure suddenly appeared on the battlefield. It was Yun Che's master—a powerful cultivator. He looked at his disciples caught in a difficult battle, his eyes filled with care and hope.

"Children, don't give up. Master is here to lend you a hand!" With that, he flashed and instantly appeared among the coalition forces. He brandished his sword, continuously slashing at the enemies.

With Master's presence, Yun Che and the others' morale was greatly boosted. They once again bravely attacked the enemy, unafraid. Under Master's leadership, they gradually turned the tide of battle and began to gain the upper hand.

In the end, thanks to the joint efforts of Yun Che and the others, the coalition forces were completely defeated. They fled in panic, not daring to fight Yun Che and the others again.

After the battle, Yun Che and the others looked at the corpses and blood strewn across the ground, their hearts filled with emotion and sighs. They knew that victory in this battle had not come easily. They had paid a huge price, but also gained valuable experience and growth.

“Master, thank you.” Yun Che said gratefully.

The master looked at him with a smile and said, "My child, this is all your own achievement. You have proven your worth with your own strength and belief. I am proud of you."

Upon hearing this, Yun Che and the others were filled with joy and pride. They knew that this battle had not only strengthened their faith and resolve, but had also made them more united and stronger.

In the days that followed, Yun Che and his companions continued their training and improvement. They constantly challenged themselves and broke through their limits. They knew that only through continuous effort and progress could they survive in this world of cultivation, filled with dangers and challenges.

Their master silently protected and guided them. He used his wisdom and experience to pave a path to success for his disciples. Under his guidance, Yun Che and his companions gradually became leaders in the world of cultivation.