Chapter 292 The Fifth Princess in Danger

"Try to draw this star power into your bodies, then circulate your energy to let it spread throughout your limbs and bones," Hong Gu said to Li Xi and Qin Xiaolin.

In the night, the stars shone brightly, as if the boundless power of the universe was pouring down.

The two sat down side by side, closed their eyes, and concentrated. They tried to guide the power of the stars according to the instructions.

First, they felt a warm energy flowing into them from above, like the morning sun shining on the earth, warm and comfortable.

This power of the stars flowed into my body like a gentle stream, warm and pure.

They carefully guided this power, letting it flow along the meridians and gradually spread to every corner of the body.

As the power of the stars spread, they felt as if their bodies were enveloped by a magical force.

Their limbs and bones were filled with power, as if every cell was cheering. They tried to circulate their internal energy, making this true energy flow endlessly within their bodies, like a rushing river, ever-renewing.

In this process, their souls were also cleansed.

They seemed to see an endless starry sky and feel the vastness and mystery of the universe. Their hearts became peaceful and profound, as if they had become one with the universe.

After an unknown amount of time, when the power of the stars had fully merged into their bodies, they slowly opened their eyes, which became much clearer.

They felt that their bodies and minds had been greatly improved, as if they had been reborn.

As the pillars of light gradually dissipated, the glow of the star stones softened. They transformed back into ordinary stones, lying quietly on the altar.

"Every morning you must regulate your breathing for half an hour to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and cultivate your body and mind," Hong Gu solemnly instructed.

"Yes, Grandmother." Li Xi affectionately hugged Hong Gu's arm.

She then looked at Qin Xiaolin and couldn't help but admire his talent: "I didn't expect you to succeed as well. It seems you are indeed destined for the Star Stone. In that case, please continue to come here in the next few days."

Hong Gu led the two away from the stone platform and into the depths of the hall.

The place is filled with ancient books and scrolls, and a mysterious fragrance permeates the air.

"Now that you have successfully activated the power of the Star Stone, I will now teach you some more advanced cultivation methods," Hong Gu said, taking a thick ancient book from the bookshelf.

The three of them stayed there for the next few days.

One can't help but marvel at the boundless wisdom of our ancestors.

Under Hong Gu's careful guidance, Li Xi and Qin Xiaolin both benefited greatly.

What I've learned these past few days is completely different from what I learned before; it's as if I've opened the door to another world.

The weather was unusually fine that day; despite the biting wind, the sun shone brightly, creating a warm and pleasant atmosphere.

Hong Gu, carrying a jug of wine, poured it onto the ground. Her voice was powerful and resonant: "Fellow clansmen, once I have completed my mission, I will surely return here and restore the glory of our ancient clan!"

After she finished speaking, she turned around and waved to the two of them: "Alright, we should get going."

Li Xi nodded, and Qin Xiaolin followed closely behind.

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That night, a blizzard raged through the capital of Xiyue, plunging the city into complete silence.

The snow fell heavily, like goose feathers, swirling and blotting out the sun.

In a short period of time, the whole world was covered by a thick blanket of snow, as if only white existed between heaven and earth.

"Lian'er, the roads are slippery in the snow. Your mother knows your intentions. There's no need to go to Lingyin Temple to pray for blessings at this time," the Emperor of Xiyue said to Mo Lian with a worried expression, earnestly advising her.

He knew his precious daughter was stubborn, but with the heavy snow and slippery roads, it was really not advisable to go out.

However, Lian'er shook her head firmly, tears glistening in her eyes, and said softly, "Father, I dreamt of Mother last night. She said she was doing well over there and that I shouldn't worry. But I still want to go to Lingyin Temple to pray for Mother, hoping that she can be reborn in the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss soon."

The emperor felt a pang of sorrow; he understood his daughter's longing for her deceased mother.

The sudden death of his beloved concubine dealt a huge blow to the young Lian'er.

Over the years, despite his best efforts to care for and cherish his daughter, he has never been able to fill the void in her heart caused by the loss of her mother.

Seeing Lian'er's stubborn yet heartbreaking appearance, the emperor sighed helplessly and finally granted her request.

He instructed his guards to ensure the princess's safety and arranged for a comfortable and warm carriage for her to ride in.

Before his departure, the emperor instructed him: "Be careful on the road, and return as soon as possible. If you experience any discomfort or difficulty along the way, immediately send someone back to inform me."

Lian'er nodded in agreement, indicating that she would definitely take good care of herself.

The guards drove the carriage towards Lingyin Temple in the suburbs, passing through bustling streets and gradually entering a tranquil mountain forest.

Lingyin Temple is situated on the mountainside, ancient and solemn.

The temple is surrounded by dense trees, as if it were isolated from the world.

Upon entering the temple, one sees incense smoke swirling around and solemn Buddha statues.

Mo Lian knelt before the Buddha statue, clasped her hands together, and prayed silently.

As she emerged from the hall, she instructed, "Go and donate some money for incense. Stay here tonight."

The guard then obeyed and left.

The last time, the Fifth Princess was kidnapped in Jingyuan and lost her memory, the Yue Emperor was furious about it.

This time when he left the palace, he specially assigned more people to protect the Fifth Princess.

Therefore, the guards dared not slack off in the slightest during this trip.

The next day, on their way back, the guards were even more vigilant, their eyes scanning the surroundings with keen eyes.

The Fifth Princess sat in the carriage, outwardly calm but inwardly puzzled: Why haven't they arrived yet? Have they let such a good opportunity to kill her slip by?

Just as the Fifth Princess was filled with doubt, the carriage suddenly shook violently, as if it had been struck by something.

The Fifth Princess was overjoyed and gripped the handrail inside the carriage tightly, thinking to herself: It's finally here.

"Protect the princess!" The guards reacted quickly, immediately drawing their weapons and surrounding the carriage, scanning their surroundings warily.

Just then, the sound of rapid hoofbeats rang out, and a group of men in black riding fast horses rushed in from all directions. They held sharp blades and had fierce eyes, clearly heading for the Fifth Princess.

Upon seeing this, the guards immediately rushed forward and engaged in a fierce battle with the man in black.

In an instant, swords clashed and shouts of battle filled the air.

Mengyun shielded the princess behind her; this time, she was determined to protect the princess and stay by her side at all times.

Mo Lian found it strange that the reinforcements she had called for had not yet arrived.

Just when the guards were about to be overwhelmed, three figures suddenly leaped down from the treetops.