As Lei Chen and Lan Mei continued their journey through the Scarlet Moon Realm, their alliance deepened, but so did Lei Chen's suspicions. Lan Mei was skilled and knowledgeable, but she kept her true motives hidden. He couldn't shake the feeling that she was using him for her own gain.
But for now, they needed each other. The realm was a dangerous place, filled with spirit beasts, ancient traps, and other cultivators all vying for the same treasures.
Meanwhile, Wu Jian and his group trailed them from a distance, watching and waiting for the right moment to strike. Wu Jian's jealousy and ambition had blinded him to the dangers of the realm—he wanted the Scarlet Flame Jade for himself, and he was willing to do whatever it took to claim it.
One night, as Lei Chen sat by the campfire, cultivating to replenish his energy, Lan Mei approached him.
"We're getting close," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "The Tomb of the Scarlet Flame lies ahead. But there's something you should know—Wu Jian won't let you walk away with the jade."
Lei Chen looked up at her, his eyes narrowing. "I know."
Lan Mei hesitated, then added, "Be careful. This place has a way of turning people against each other."