"Not good!" Crane Immortal was taken aback, the exclamation almost blurted out. His eyes widened, pupils sharply contracted, staring intently at the mysterious light that suddenly appeared. That light, like a giant beast leaping out from the abyss, carried the momentum to destroy everything, instantly illuminating the entire dim space. Without any hesitation, Crane Immortal kicked the ground hard, launching himself like an arrow off a bowstring. His hands quickly formed seals, chanting under his breath, as streams of Spiritual Power surged from his body, attempting to construct a defensive barrier before him to ward off the onslaught of the light. However, the power of that light was too overwhelming, as if it was a terrifying force from another dimension, causing the air to twist and emit a "zizzling" sound wherever it passed. Crane Immortal's barrier of Spiritual Power shattered instantly under the light's impact, like fragile glass. He only felt a torrent of force smashing towards him, flinging him backward. His body spun uncontrollably in the air, a trace of blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, yet his gaze never wavered from that light and the black-robed figure within it. In the blink of an eye, the black-robed figure vanished along with the light. The light, like a massive vortex, swallowed the black-robed figure, leaving only a distorted space slowly returning to calm. Crane Immortal landed heavily on the ground, ignoring the pain in his body, supporting himself with his hands, struggling to stand up. His eyes searched eagerly around, hoping to find some trace of where the black-robed figure had disappeared, but saw nothing besides the swirling dust and lingering Spiritual Power fluctuations. "What... what kind of power is this?" Crane Immortal muttered to himself, a tremor in his voice. His brows knitted into a "川" character, veins bulging on his forehead, his eyes filled with confusion and anxiety. Crane Immortal slowly stood up, dusted off his clothes, his gaze becoming exceptionally grave. He looked in the direction where the black-robed figure disappeared, thoughts racing through his mind. Who exactly emitted this mysterious light? Friend or foe? Who is behind the black-robed figure? What is their purpose? This series of questions, like a mystery, weighed heavily on his heart, making him feel unprecedented pressure. "Could it be that Spirit Mountain is really about to plunge into a massive crisis?" An ominous premonition surged within Crane Immortal. He knew well that Spirit Mountain had always been a gathering place for righteous people, safeguarding the peace and tranquility of the world. But now, the appearance of this mysterious light and the black-robed figure undoubtedly posed a significant challenge to Spirit Mountain. Just then, Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue hurried over. Seeing Crane Immortal injured, their faces showed signs of worry. "Master, are you alright?" Shen Jingqi hurriedly stepped forward, holding Crane Immortal's arm, asking with concern. His eyes were full of anxiety, his fists unconsciously clenched. The most update n0vels are published on 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵⚑𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮⚑𝓷𝓮𝓽 Lin Yue also gathered around, tears glistening in her eyes, "Crane Immortal, what exactly happened? What was that light? Where did the black-robed figure go?" Crane Immortal looked at Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself. He slowly said, "I don't know the origin of this light either, but it's certain that it's not a benevolent force. The black-robed figure was taken away by this light, and there must be a massive conspiracy behind it. Spirit Mountain, I'm afraid, is facing an unprecedented crisis." Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue's faces turned pale instantly upon hearing this. Although they were young, they understood the importance of Spirit Mountain. If Spirit Mountain fell into crisis, the entire world would plunge into chaos. "Master, what should we do?" Shen Jingqi clenched his fists, a glimmer of determination in his eyes, "We can't just sit and await doom; we must find a way to stop this crisis." Lin Yue nodded vigorously, "Yes, master, we'll follow your lead, and certainly won't let those evil people succeed." Crane Immortal patted them on the shoulder and said, "Good, with your resolve, I am reassured. From now on, you must train more diligently and enhance your strength. Only by becoming strong can you protect yourselves and Spirit Mountain amidst this crisis." Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue nodded firmly, their eyes gleaming with determination. They knew the coming days would be filled with challenges and dangers, but they were prepared for it. In the following days, under Crane Immortal's guidance, Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue began more rigorous training. They woke before dawn every day, heading to the back of Spirit Mountain to start a day of training in the first rays of sunlight. Shen Jingqi sat cross-legged on a large rock, his hands resting on his knees, eyes closed in meditation. His breathing was steady and deep, with Spiritual Power flowing through his meridians like a trickling stream. Following the Cultivation Technique taught by Crane Immortal, he continuously absorbed the Spiritual Qi from the heavens and earth, transforming it into his own Spiritual Power. With each circulation of Spiritual Power, he felt his strength gradually improving. Lin Yue, meanwhile, wielded her long sword nearby, her movements as light as a swallow, her sword techniques fierce yet graceful. Her eyes were focused and resolute, each swing of her sword carried a force like breaking bamboo. She knew her Swordsmanship had much room for improvement, so she practiced each technique tirelessly, striving for perfection. Crane Immortal watched them silently from the side, his eyes filled with satisfaction and expectation. Despite their youth, they possessed extraordinary talent and determination. As long as they persisted, their future achievements would be limitless. However, the calm days did not last long. One night, Spirit Mountain was suddenly shrouded in a strange fog. The fog, like black tides, spread rapidly, blurring everything in its path. Crane Immortal sensed the anomaly and immediately awoke from his cultivation, soaring to the top of Spirit Mountain. He gazed at the pervasive fog, an ominous premonition welling up in his heart. "This fog... is not ordinary." Crane Immortal muttered to himself. His hands quickly formed seals, chanting as a ray of Spiritual Power shot from his palms, attempting to dispel the fog. Yet, the fog, seeming to have a life of its own, swiftly swallowed the ray of Spiritual Power, becoming even denser. At that moment, a sinister laugh emanated from the fog. The laughter, like a Demon from Hell, sent shivers down one's spine. "Hahaha... Foolish crane!" a hoarse voice echoed in the fog, as if coming from all directions, making it impossible to pinpoint the source. Crane Immortal frowned and shouted, "Who are you? Why do you attack Spirit Mountain?" The voice rang out again, "Who I am doesn't matter; what matters is that Spirit Mountain will vanish from the world today. You so-called righteous people will all pay for your stupidity." Crane Immortal felt a chill in his heart, realizing the visitor had ill intentions. He immediately communicated telepathically with Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue, instructing them to prepare for battle. Receiving the telepathic message, Shen Jingqi and Lin Yue immediately halted their training, grabbed their weapons, and flew to Crane Immortal's side. They looked at the pervasive fog, eyes filled with vigilance. "Crane Immortal, there is something strange about this fog. What should we do?" Shen Jingqi tightened his grip on his long sword and asked.