425: Mysterious Sculpture

The two waited several more days in the cave, and only after confirming that the Howling Moon Wolf Clan had left did they cautiously emerge from the cave.

They followed an underwater passage, traveling all the way until they finally found an exit leading to the surface.

By the time they surfaced, several days had passed.

Lin Feng looked at the bright sunlight in the sky and couldn't help but feel a sense of having escaped a great calamity.

He knew that his escape this time was largely due to Yuan Ba Tian's guidance and his own calm judgment.

After the two returned to land, Lin Feng began to study the pearl he had found at the bottom of the pool.

He discovered that this pearl contained powerful water-elemental energy, which seemed capable of enhancing the power of his water-elemental Spells.

Thus, Lin Feng decided to refine this pearl into his own Magic Treasure in the future.

The man and the beast left this area, and after choosing a direction, arrived at a dark forest, where sunlight never reached all year round.

Lin Feng looked up at the dense canopy above, where layers of branches and leaves blocked out the sky and sun, allowing almost no light to penetrate.

He frowned slightly, such an environment undoubtedly increased their danger, but at the same time, it also meant that precious, unknown resources might be hidden here.

Yuan Ba Tian stood beside Lin Feng, vigilantly scanning his surroundings; his senses were superior to Lin Feng's, allowing him to detect potential dangers in advance.

He whispered, "Master, the Qi here is a bit strange; we should proceed with caution."

Lin Feng nodded, keenly aware of the importance of maintaining vigilance in an unknown environment.

He made a gesture, taking out a Talismanic Incantation and placing it on himself; this was a Talismanic Incantation that could temporarily enhance perception, which was extremely useful for their current situation.

The man and the beast cautiously delved deeper into the dark forest.

The trees here were thick and twisted, as if they had endured countless years of vicissitudes.

The ground was covered with thick layers of fallen leaves and vines, making every step exceptionally difficult.

Just then, a low roar suddenly came from ahead, accompanied by a series of hurried footsteps.

Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian immediately stopped, held their breath, and cautiously looked in the direction of the sound.

A huge dark shadow darted out from the woods—it was a giant beast covered in black scales, its eyes gleaming with a faint green light, and saliva dripping from its mouth, appearing exceptionally ferocious.

Lin Feng's heart tightened; he knew they had encountered a real challenge this time.

He quickly drew his longsword, ready for battle.

Yuan Ba Tian also let out a low roar, preparing to fight.

The giant beast seemed to sense their hostility, let out an even more ferocious roar, and then pounced on them.

Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian flashed aside, dodging the beast's attack, and then simultaneously launched their counterattack.

A fierce battle unfolded in the dark forest.

Lin Feng, wielding his longsword, moved like lightning, constantly attacking, trying to find the beast's weak points.

Yuan Ba Tian, on the other hand, used his immense strength to engage in close combat with the beast, constantly putting pressure on it.

Although the giant beast was ferocious, under the combined attacks of Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian, it gradually began to show signs of exhaustion.

Its attacks became slower and slower, and its breathing grew ragged.

Just then, Lin Feng suddenly found the beast's weak point; he flashed to the side of the beast, swung his longsword, and a sharp sword light instantly cut through the beast's scales, deeply piercing its body.

The giant beast let out a tragic cry, and its massive body crashed to the ground.

Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian both breathed a sigh of relief as they looked at the fallen beast.

The strength of this giant beast was only average, and the man and the beast dared not make too much noise, yet even so, there was already movement around them.

Sensing that something was wrong, Lin Feng immediately had Yuan Ba Tian shrink and come to his shoulder, concealing his Qi, and flew in a certain direction.

After flying for a while, Lin Feng discovered an ancient city ahead.

Although the city was dilapidated, its former glory was still discernible.

His heart stirred, and he decided to explore the city, hoping to find some clues about the Heavenly Spirit Realm.

The man and the beast cautiously approached the city; they saw that the city gate was tightly shut, covered with the marks of time.

Lin Feng gently pushed it, and the gate creaked open, as if welcoming their arrival.

They entered the city, and though the buildings on both sides of the street were dilapidated, their past prosperity was still evident.

The streets were quiet, as if time had stood still here.

Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian cautiously explored each building, trying to find some useful information.

Just then, they arrived before an ancient Temple.

Although the Temple was dilapidated, its former solemnity and sacredness were still evident.

They entered the Temple and saw a giant statue enshrined in its center.

Although the statue was mottled and worn, its majesty and power were still discernible.

Lin Feng walked to the statue and silently prayed, hoping to receive the protection of the divine.

Just then, he suddenly felt a powerful Qi emanating from the statue.

His heart leaped, and he quickly retreated a few steps.

The statue's eyes suddenly opened, emitting a faint light, as if watching them.

Both Lin Feng and Yuan Ba Tian were filled with vigilance; they knew they had encountered a true powerhouse this time.

Just then, the statue spoke, "Who are you? Why do you trespass in my Temple?"

Lin Feng quickly stepped forward and respectfully said, "Senior, we stumbled in here by accident.

We are only looking for some information about the Heavenly Spirit Realm, and we hope you can offer some guidance."

The statue seemed to ponder for a moment, then slowly spoke, "Heavenly Spirit Realm, what Heavenly Spirit Realm? I don't understand what you're talking about.

I have been sleeping here for countless years; how did you come to this place?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng couldn't help but feel a hint of doubt.

He looked at the statue and tentatively asked, "Senior, do you truly not know about the Heavenly Spirit Realm? Is this not part of the Heavenly Spirit Realm?"

The statue was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Heavenly Spirit Realm, perhaps I once knew of it, but now I can no longer recall.

I have slept here for too long, and many things have become blurred."

Lin Feng secretly mused that this Senior must have been sleeping here for a very long time and was no longer clear about external matters.

But he still didn't give up and continued to ask, "Senior, have you ever heard any legends or secrets about the Heavenly Spirit Realm?"

The statue fell silent again, seemingly trying to recall something.

After a long while, he slowly spoke, "Legend has it that where this old man resides was a desolate place in the Immortal Realm.

But for some unknown reason, two Immortal Venerables fought a great battle, causing this place to collapse.

I was also caught in the aftermath, nearly perishing and falling into a deep slumber.

But you two little fellows, how did you come here?"