The first trial was over, but the real competition had just begun.
After their victory in the Obsidian Phantom Battlefield, Yuexin's team was granted access to the Sky Ascension Pavilion, the sacred ground where cultivators trained to unlock the legendary Wings of True Form. It was known as the place where the most powerful immortals refined their powers and mastered their abilities. It was the perfect place for their group to grow stronger together.
Training Begins: The Sky Ascension Pavilion
The pavilion's sky was always shrouded in a veil of purple mist, where clouds shimmered like starlight. The first trial of training was a test of willpower and unity. Yuexin and her team stood before a floating Dragonstone, an ancient artifact that would reveal their true potential.
Liang Feng took the first step forward, his hands glowing as he activated his power. The Dragonstone radiated with golden energy, and Feng's strength surged.
> "The Dragonstone accepts your courage, Liang Feng. Your power is unlocked. May your wings reflect the storm that rages within you."
Next, Haoran stepped forward. His eyes burned with determination, and the stone cracked open in a burst of crimson flames, recognizing his spirit.
> "The Dragonstone acknowledges your fiery heart, Haoran. Your wings will carry the flames of the eternal blaze."
One by one, each prince stepped forward, the stone unlocking their immortal abilities:
Feng Kael's wind-like elegance sparked a light breeze that turned into a storm. His wings would be a whirlwind of speed and agility.
Wuzen stepped forward, his dark power enveloping the stone, awakening his shadow manipulation. His wings would be cloaked in shadows, unseen by the enemy.
Linyin's connection to nature caused the stone to bloom with light, and her wings were infused with the essence of life itself.
Zhou Jian stood firm, and his stone glowed with an ethereal radiance, his wings now reflecting the calm of the moonlit night.
Finally, Yuexin stepped up, but as she touched the Dragonstone, the glowing orb flickered uncertainly. Her painful memories swirled, and the stone hesitated.
For a moment, her energy faltered. But then, a voice from behind her — Haoran's voice — broke through the fog in her heart.
> "You don't have to carry it alone anymore, Yuexin. You've already given so much. Let your wings be the light you deserve, not the burden you carry."
The Dragonstone pulsed with blue and purple light, as a faint glimmer of Moonlight Wings began to form, reflecting both Yuexin's strength and vulnerability. The wings were not yet fully formed, but it was a start — a sign of her progress.
The Mysterious Rival: The Phantom Clan
As the team celebrated their progress, another group arrived at the pavilion. They were led by a tall figure with icy blue eyes, wearing a cloak of shifting mist. His aura was ominous and unsettling.
> "The Phantom Clan has arrived," the figure announced with a cold, mocking smile.
"I see the new hopefuls have begun their training. How quaint."
His voice was calm, but every word seemed like a challenge. The Phantom Clan was known for their underhanded tactics and dark powers. Their members were renowned for their deceptive illusions and ghostly abilities.
Leader of the Phantom Clan: Sheng
His Right Hand: Xia — a woman with long silver hair and an ability to control time for brief moments.
They quickly began their training, but Yuexin could feel their eyes watching her, almost seeing through her. She couldn't shake the feeling that they were hiding something — something dangerous.
Training Hard, Pushing Limits
As the days passed, each member of Yuexin's team trained relentlessly. Yuexin pushed through her shoulder pain, training with Linyin to improve her control over the Moonlight Wings. Haoran practiced his Flame Wings, while Liang Feng sharpened his strength with each blow of his sword.
But it was not just about physical power. They trained their mental fortitude as well. Wuzen and Zhou Jian worked together on shielding their minds from the intrusive thoughts that plagued them.
Cliffhanger: A New Challenge Looms
One day, as Yuexin trained late into the night, she felt something strange in the air — the Phantom Clan was up to something. Sheng and his team had found something ancient within the Sky Ascension Pavilion, and their laughter echoed ominously.
Yuexin, Haoran, and the rest of the squad looked at each other. The real battle was about to begin.
End of episode 16 ( continue)