System: Infinite Evolution into Qilin Bloodline

As Zhang Qilin nimbly triggered the mechanism, the ancient statue seemed to come alive, slowly moving away with a sense of historical weight, revealing a hidden passage leading underground.

The entrance to the passage was dark and deep, with an unknown aura emanating from it, making it both mysterious and intriguing.

Without the slightest hesitation, Zhang Qilin transformed into a black shadow and rushed into the unknown passage.

He acted so quickly, as if afraid of missing some important clue or opportunity.

Upon seeing this, everyone was stunned for a moment, and then they all realized what was happening.

Everyone quickened their pace and followed closely behind, stepping into that unknown territory.

The passage was dark and gloomy, with only the torches and flashlights in everyone's hands providing a faint light to illuminate the way forward.

An ancient and damp scent filled the air, sending a chill down one's spine.

Zhang Hao and his group carefully made their way along the passage, constantly alert to any movement around them.

"This passage seems to be very deep; we need to be careful."

Wu Tianzhen reminded them as they walked, his voice echoing clearly in the narrow passage.

"What's there to be afraid of? With Brother Zhang Hao here, all the demons and monsters have to step aside!"

The fat man seemed unconcerned, his tone carrying a hint of teasing and trust.

Yi Sa silently observed the walls on both sides of the passage, trying to find some clues.

She discovered that there seemed to be some strange totems and symbols carved on the walls, quite similar to those on the outer walls of the temple, but more complex and profound.

"These totems... I feel like I've seen them somewhere before?"

Yi Sa murmured to himself, a thoughtful glint in his eyes.

"You've seen it? Where?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Tianzhen quickly pressed for an answer.

“I can’t remember exactly, but it must have been in some ancient place.”

Yi Sa shook her head, somewhat annoyed.

Just then, a deep rumbling sound came from ahead, as if some enormous creature was awakening.

Everyone was startled and quickened their pace.

When everyone caught up, Zhang Qilin stopped and listened intently.

His expression turned serious, as if he sensed danger ahead.

"Everyone be careful, there might be traps ahead."

Zhang Qilin said in a low voice, his voice carrying a hint of warning.

Upon hearing this, everyone tensed up and proceeded cautiously.

Sure enough, a huge trap appeared ahead, the bottom of which was covered with sharp spikes, and a group of pheasants were swimming around under the spikes. If it weren't for the noise from the pheasants' necks, Zhang Qilin wouldn't have discovered the trap so easily.

"It's so dangerous!"

Wu Tianzhen wiped the cold sweat from her forehead and said with lingering fear.

"It seems there are quite a few traps here; everyone needs to be extra careful."

The fat man also dropped his previous relaxed attitude and became serious.

Zhang Qilin avoided the trap and continued forward, his eyes always fixed on what lay ahead.

This temple hides too many secrets and dangers; only by remaining vigilant can one proceed safely.

After a period of trekking, the group finally arrived at the end of the passage.

A spacious hall appeared ahead, filled with knee-deep water, and a huge altar stood in the center.

The altar was decorated with various strange offerings and utensils, exuding a mysterious and eerie atmosphere.

"Is this... the core area of ​​the temple?"

Wu Tianzhen gazed at the altar, her heart filled with awe and curiosity.

"It should be."

Zhang Qilin nodded, his eyes revealing a firmness and determination.

Zhang Qilin stood at the end of the passage, his eyes blazing, but he did not rush into the spacious and mysterious hall.

He squatted down at the entrance of the hall, slowly extended two slender fingers, and gently inserted them into the knee-deep water.