He didn't know how much time had passed; Lin Yu only felt his consciousness gradually returning, though his head was still a little dizzy and lightheaded. He gently shook his head, trying to clear his mind, and muttered to himself, "Where am I?"

As he finished speaking, Lin Yu slowly sat up from the soft, velvety grass. He stared blankly at his unfamiliar surroundings, his eyes filled with confusion and astonishment. This place seemed completely isolated from the world, with no sign of human habitation.

Lin Yu tried calling out a few times, but received no response other than his own echo. This silence instantly enveloped his already somewhat uneasy heart with a strong sense of unease.

The meadow before him stretched like an endless green carpet, extending into the distance. However, such beautiful scenery could not soothe the anxiety that was spreading deep within Lin Yu's heart.

He steadied himself and cautiously surveyed his surroundings. As far as the eye could see, the distant mountains stretched endlessly, one after another, layer upon layer, like a natural barrier. The peaks soared into the clouds, appearing and disappearing amidst the ethereal mist, like mysterious and powerful beasts silently lurking, waiting for their prey to take the bait.

At the foot of the mountain, a winding stream, like a silver ribbon, meandered through the grass, flowing gently. The water was crystal clear, revealing colorful pebbles and playful fish and shrimp at the bottom. Sunlight shone on the surface, creating shimmering ripples—a breathtaking sight. But even so, Lin Yu had no heart to appreciate this beauty, for he had no idea where this stream would ultimately flow.

Just then, Lin Yu suddenly noticed a huge blue stone not far away, and his master, Li Meng, was lying motionless on it with his eyes closed, seemingly in a deep coma.

Seeing this, Lin Yu's heart tightened, and he immediately rushed towards the blue stone. His steps were unsteady due to his anxiety, but his speed remained undiminished. Reaching the stone, he didn't even bother to catch his breath, immediately stretching out his hands and shaking Li Meng's body vigorously, shouting at the top of his lungs, "Master! Master! Wake up!"

Lin Yu's voice was filled with concern and worry, echoing across the open grassland with endless urgency: "Master, you absolutely cannot be hurt!"

Li Meng slowly woke up at his call, his eyes still a little dazed, and asked in a daze, "Where am I...?"

"Master, it seems we've been teleported to an unfamiliar place by that magic array," Lin Yu said hurriedly, his voice trembling slightly with tension. "We need to find the others quickly."

Li Meng struggled to his feet, swayed slightly, steadied himself, and said, "Let's go, let's look around first."

They called out their companions' names as they cautiously made their way forward. Strange wildflowers bloomed by the roadside, their petals vibrantly colored yet emitting an indescribable, eerie fragrance. Strange noises occasionally drifted from the grass, as if something was lurking in the shadows.

Lin Yu called out anxiously, "Xiao Jinzhi! Zhao Ling'er! Qingli! Where are you?"

Li Meng shouted loudly, "Everyone, respond if you hear me!"

The sound traveled through the open space, but only a faint echo remained.

Just when they were about to despair, they suddenly heard Xiao Jinzhi's tearful cry: "Lin Yu, Uncle Li Meng, we're here."

They ran desperately in the direction of the sound and finally saw Xiao Jinzhi, Zhao Ling'er, and Qingli gathered together.

This is a secluded valley, surrounded by high mountains. The valley is lush with trees, yet it exudes an eerie atmosphere. The ground is covered with a thick layer of fallen leaves, rustling with every step. Occasionally, a cold wind blows by, sending chills down one's spine.

"I'm so glad everyone is alright," Zhao Ling'er said, her voice still trembling slightly.

"But what kind of place is this? It feels so eerie and scary." Xiao Jinzhi looked worried, her body still trembling slightly, like a fallen leaf in the cold wind.

Li Meng frowned, pondered for a moment, and then said, "It's not clear yet, but we must proceed with caution. There's something strange about this place, and there might be unknown dangers waiting for us." His gaze was deep and wary, as if trying to pierce through the mist of this mysterious place.

The group cautiously began exploring this unfamiliar place. They were surrounded by a dense, almost impenetrable forest, with towering trees whose intertwined branches exuded a mysterious and dangerous aura. The trees seemed like ancient guardians, silently watching them.

"Do you think this might be related to the test we're about to undergo?" Qingli asked doubtfully, her eyes full of thought.

"It's very likely. Everyone should be on high alert and not let their guard down," Lin Yu said with a serious expression, gripping his sword tightly in his hand.

Just then, a deep and terrifying roar echoed through the forest, a sound that seemed to come from an ancient beast, causing the leaves to rustle and fall. Everyone tensed up immediately, their nerves taut, their hearts pounding.

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