With the dawn of a new trial approaching, the disciples gathered in the grand hall, each of them tense with anticipation. This time, the elders had called it the Challenge of the Spirit Beasts—a trial notorious for pushing the limits of even the most skilled cultivators. Disciples whispered among themselves, recounting the tales they had heard about the spirit beasts, creatures imbued with elemental powers and fierce loyalty to the elders. Facing them required not only strength but also keen intuition and quick reflexes.
Shenlong stood at the edge of the hall, listening to the murmurs around him. He felt the pendant's faint pulse, as if it sensed the trials to come and was encouraging him to draw on its power. He wasn't fully prepared to reveal his true strength, but he knew that he had to keep advancing if he wanted to reclaim his lost honor.
"Shenlong," Feng nudged him, breaking his focus. "I hear that some of the Spirit Beasts are of legendary rank. You think you're ready for this?"
Shenlong met Feng's gaze, a confident spark in his eye. "Ready or not, I'll face whatever comes my way. This is just one more step on my path."
As they prepared to head to the trial grounds, a voice echoed through the hall—a commanding tone that belonged to Elder Lei, known for his stern demeanor and strict expectations. "Disciples! Today's trial will test your very essence as cultivators. You will face the Spirit Beasts in pairs. Only those who can harmonize with each other's energy will prevail. Consider this not only a test of strength but of unity and trust."
Shenlong felt a surge of excitement but also a pang of worry. A partnered trial meant he would need to trust another to have his back, and that was a risk he hadn't anticipated. However, Feng quickly took his side, clapping him on the shoulder. "Guess we're in this together, partner."
Shenlong nodded, grateful for Feng's loyalty. Together, they would face whatever the trial had in store.
Chapter 51: The Challenge of the Spirit Beasts
With the dawn of a new trial approaching, the disciples gathered in the grand hall, each of them tense with anticipation. This time, the elders had called it the Challenge of the Spirit Beasts—a trial notorious for pushing the limits of even the most skilled cultivators. Disciples whispered among themselves, recounting the tales they had heard about the spirit beasts, creatures imbued with elemental powers and fierce loyalty to the elders. Facing them required not only strength but also keen intuition and quick reflexes.
Shenlong stood at the edge of the hall, listening to the murmurs around him. He felt the pendant's faint pulse, as if it sensed the trials to come and was encouraging him to draw on its power. He wasn't fully prepared to reveal his true strength, but he knew that he had to keep advancing if he wanted to reclaim his lost honor.
"Shenlong," Feng nudged him, breaking his focus. "I hear that some of the Spirit Beasts are of legendary rank. You think you're ready for this?"
Shenlong met Feng's gaze, a confident spark in his eye. "Ready or not, I'll face whatever comes my way. This is just one more step on my path."
As they prepared to head to the trial grounds, a voice echoed through the hall—a commanding tone that belonged to Elder Lei, known for his stern demeanor and strict expectations. "Disciples! Today's trial will test your very essence as cultivators. You will face the Spirit Beasts in pairs. Only those who can harmonize with each other's energy will prevail. Consider this not only a test of strength but of unity and trust."
Shenlong felt a surge of excitement but also a pang of worry. A partnered trial meant he would need to trust another to have his back, and that was a risk he hadn't anticipated. However, Feng quickly took his side, clapping him on the shoulder. "Guess we're in this together, partner."
Shenlong nodded, grateful for Feng's loyalty. Together, they would face whatever the trial had in store.