The male protagonist of the book is poisonous

Just as we were stuck in a quagmire, racking our brains for a way out, we suddenly heard the faintest sound of wind. Like a ray of light in the darkness, this breeze instantly captured our attention. Suddenly, we all became alert, raised our heads, and looked in the direction of the sound with sharp eyes.

Gradually, a dark figure emerged into our field of vision. As it drew closer, we finally made out its identity—a mysterious man in a black robe! His entire form was shrouded in the vast black robe, even his face obscured by a black hood, making it difficult to discern his true features. However, even though we couldn't see his face, his upright stature and steady, powerful strides alone told us he was a cultivator possessing extraordinary skills and prowess.

Surprisingly, the black-robed man walked slowly and leisurely into the formation. You know, even though this formation had been severely damaged, it still retained some powerful spiritual defense mechanisms. But strangely, these remaining spiritual defenses had no effect on him. It was as if he were completely invisible, passing through with ease. This scene truly astonished all of us present.

The black-robed man stopped before us, slowly raised his hand, and removed his hood. He looked quite youthful, but his eyes held a depth of experience. He looked at us and said calmly, "Don't be nervous. I mean no harm. My name is Xuanying. I've been practicing nearby. I just sensed the fluctuations of the formation and came to take a look. You look like you're searching for something." We glanced at each other, hesitated, and then told him our story and our search for the astrological chart.

Xuanying's brows furrowed slightly upon hearing this, like two dark mountains stretching across his forehead. His eyes grew deep, as if he were lost in an endless sea of ​​thought. As time ticked by, the air around them seemed to freeze. Finally, after a long silence, he slowly raised his head and spoke in a low, solemn voice, "I once stumbled upon a few fragments of this type of star chart in an ancient, yellowed tome. According to that tome, this mysterious star chart is inextricably linked to a long-standing, ancient art of astrology. Sadly, the school that practiced this astrology has been ravaged by time and is now on the verge of extinction, like a candle in the wind, fading. But there's always a way out. Legend has it that in a secluded, deep valley nestled between towering mountains, the remains of this school still remain. Perhaps, hidden in that forgotten corner, lies the star chart you so desperately seek."

Hearing this, my heart surged with excitement, like surging waves crashing against my heart. Unable to contain my inner anxiety, I blurted out, "So, where exactly is this valley located?" Before I could finish my words, Xuanying carefully pulled out a tattered piece of parchment from his pocket, its surface covered with the marks and wrinkles of time. He handed this precious parchment to us and said solemnly, "This is the approximate location map I've meticulously drawn based on the brief description in the ancient text. However, I must warn you, that place is fraught with danger and numerous obstacles. Not only are there incredibly powerful restrictions, but there are also ferocious ancient beasts guarding the valley. If you decide to explore it, you must plan carefully and be fully prepared for any difficulties and obstacles. Do not take it lightly!"

We joyfully accepted the parchment, our eyes fixed on the seemingly simple, yet crucial, markings. At this moment, our hearts were filled with boundless longing and eager anticipation for finding the astrological chart, yet at the same time, a lingering tinge of worry and uneasiness permeated our hearts. After all, what lay ahead was a perilous journey filled with unknowns and challenges...

After careful consideration, we finally decided to follow the clues given by Xuanying and explore the mysterious valley. When we returned to our temporary base, everyone knew that the next journey was full of unknowns and challenges, so they all threw themselves into the intensive and orderly preparations.

I carefully unloaded all the remaining pills and meticulously examined them one by one. These precious pills were a crucial part of our journey, and no carelessness was tolerated. Drawing on years of experience and keen perception, I carefully discerned the strength of each pill's spiritual energy and the benefits it could provide. After careful selection, I successfully selected those with the most potent spiritual energy replenishment effects and stored them away for future use.

Meanwhile, Leng Shuang was concentrating on strengthening her incredibly powerful ice-based magic weapon. Wielding a specially crafted carving knife, she gently carved new runes onto its surface. These runes seemed to possess life, shimmering with a faint light, gradually merging into the weapon as Leng Shuang moved. The special materials she used imbued these runes with immense power, making the already formidable ice-based magic weapon even more formidable.

Meanwhile, Brother Ling Xiao was equally unperturbed. He sat cross-legged on the ground, eyes closed, deep in cultivation. A faint aura emanated from him, and the spiritual energy of the surrounding heaven and earth, as if summoned by some kind of force, continuously converged upon him, forming vortices of energy, small and exquisite yet imbued with immense power. These vortices of spiritual energy slowly swirled around Brother Ling Xiao, being absorbed into his body bit by bit, becoming the source of his growing strength.

The elegant woman in a pristine white dress was absorbed in studying the valley's potential topography. She spread the yellowed parchment flat on the ground, carefully examining the various markings and lines. Then, she picked up a charcoal pencil and sketched a simple map based on the markings. As she sketched, she would periodically pause, frowning and pondering for a moment, imagining the various situations she might encounter in the valley and formulating strategies for dealing with them.

Despite knowing the road ahead was fraught with danger and thorns, each of us remained steadfast. At this moment, Brother Lingxiao gazed at us with a piercing gaze, his voice steady and resolute: "Everyone, no matter what difficulties and obstacles await us, we must bravely attempt it. This is not only a matter of life and death for us, but also a crucial step in saving our entire sect and thwarting the treacherous schemes of the Shadow Pavilion!" Hearing these words, everyone nodded in agreement and support. And so, filled with lofty ambition and unwavering faith, we resolutely embarked on this journey filled with unknowns and challenges, heading towards the mysterious valley indicated by Xuanying.

We followed our precious map closely, advancing relentlessly into the valley. However, the journey was far from smooth sailing as we had anticipated. Initially, we encountered a vast, swampy wetland. The bottomless swamps resembled terrifying beasts with their maws gaping, ready to devour us mercilessly. Faced with such a treacherous environment, we dared not hesitate, forcing ourselves to tread cautiously through the wetland. Before each step, we carefully tested the ground with our spiritual power to ensure it was solid. Fortunately, among our team was Leng Shuang, a girl skilled in the manipulation of ice energy. With a gentle lift of her delicate hands, she continuously channeled icy air, deftly condensing patches of ice on the surface of some of the swamps, creating temporary safe havens and allowing us to navigate the treacherous swamp more smoothly.

We had barely stepped out of the muddy wetland, barely even had time to catch our breath, when a torrential downpour descended without warning. The bean-sized raindrops lashed us like dense arrows, drenching us instantly. The icy rain blurred our vision, and the world before us was hazy.

With no other options, we scrambled for shelter. Luckily, we soon found a cave nearby. Although it was dark and damp, with even unknown insects crawling past our feet, we didn't care anymore and dove in, temporarily sheltering from the torrential downpour.

We rested for a while in the cave, silently recovering our strength while anxiously hoping that the rain would stop soon. As time passed, the sound of rain outside the cave gradually became smaller and smaller until it disappeared completely.

After the rain stopped, we didn't dare delay any longer and immediately set off on our journey. As the distance between us and the valley continued to shrink, an indescribable, mysterious aura surged like a tide, directly hitting us. This aura was ancient and profound, imbued with an immensely powerful spiritual energy that made our hearts beat faster.

Looking around, the once ordinary trees now looked exceptionally strange. Their thick trunks were covered with vines of various shapes and shapes, and on these vines a faint but eye-catching light was faintly flickering.

After much hardship, we finally reached the valley's entrance. It was shrouded in a faint, almost invisible veil of light, its surface woven with dense, intricate runes. Undoubtedly, the true test had arrived. Yet, the crucial astrological map lay hidden within the valley, awaiting our exploration and the unveiling of its secrets...