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"These runes... might be the key to our escape," Li An thought to himself, and began to study them carefully. After some effort, he finally discovered the secret of the runes. Following the runes' instructions, Li An found a mechanism stone hidden in the wall. He pushed the mechanism stone forcefully, and with a rumbling sound, a stone door slowly opened, and a beam of light shot out from within.
“Come on, let’s go in and take a look.” Li An took Yui Yuigahama’s hand and walked through the stone gate. Behind the stone gate was a long passage, and at the end of the passage, something seemed to be shimmering with light.
The two walked along the passage until they reached its end. Before them stood a massive crystal ball, emitting a soft light that illuminated the entire space. Beside the crystal ball stood an elderly man in a white robe, his eyes deep and his face kind.
Chapter 162 The Realm of Stars! Guardians, is this the power of the stars?!
Li An and Yui Yuigahama stood in front of the giant crystal ball, their eyes filled with curiosity and wariness.
The old man in the white robe smiled at them, as if he had known they were coming all along.
"Welcome to the Realm of Stars. I am the guardian of this place, the Elder of Stars." The old man spoke slowly, his voice like the tolling of an ancient bell, echoing throughout the entire space.
Yui Yuigahama nervously grasped Rean's hand.
Li An, however, met the Star Elder's gaze with unwavering determination and without fear.
“Elder Star, why are we here? My friends are still outside, and we need to get out of here as soon as possible,” Li An said directly, his tone carrying an undeniable air of authority.
The Star Elder smiled slightly, seemingly appreciating Li An's straightforwardness: "Young man, I have seen your strength and courage, but since you have come here, it is fate! This crystal ball hides the greatest secret of the Star Holy Land, which is also the true purpose of your trip."
"Oh? What secret?" Li An raised an eyebrow, his tone filled with curiosity and eagerness.
The Old Man of Stars walked to the crystal ball and gently stroked its surface, making the crystal ball's light seem even softer.
He slowly said, "This crystal ball is the core of the Starry Sacred Land. It contains the power of the stars, which can grant people endless potential and strength. However, it also hides great risks. If one does not have enough strength and willpower, one may be devoured by the power of the stars."
A burning desire flashed in Li An's eyes. He knew his own strength and willpower, and his desire for the power of the stars grew stronger: "I'm willing to give it a try."
The Star Elder looked at Li An, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes: "Very good, but before that, you must pass my test. Only by passing the test can you prove that you are qualified to obtain the power of the stars."
"A test? Hmph, bring it on, what do I, Li An, have to fear!" Li An snorted coldly, his tone full of confidence and domineering.
The Old Man of Stars smiled slightly, then his figure flashed and disappeared from the spot. When he reappeared, he was already opposite Li An, holding a long sword that shimmered with starlight.
"The first test is the Star Sword Formation. If you can endure within this sword formation for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, you will pass." Before the Star Elder finished speaking, his figure flashed again, instantly transforming into countless sword shadows that attacked Li An.
With a loud shout, Li An moved like a ghost through the sword shadows, wielding his longsword and clashing with the Star Elder's sword shadows, producing a series of metallic clanging sounds.
Yui Yuigahama stood nervously to the side, watching the fierce battle between Lian and the Star Elder, silently praying for him.
Li An grew stronger with each battle, each clash with the sword shadows seeming like a struggle against the power of the stars.
His movements became faster and faster, and his sword techniques became more and more fierce, gradually gaining the upper hand in the sword formation.
The time it takes for an incense stick to burn passes in the blink of an eye. The figure of the Star Elder reassembled, looking at Li An with a hint of surprise and admiration in his eyes: "Young man, your strength and willpower have exceeded my expectations. You have passed the first test."
Li An sheathed his sword and stood there, slightly out of breath, but his eyes were filled with determination and domineering spirit: "This is just the beginning. I, Li An, will definitely obtain the power of the stars!"
The Star Elder nodded slightly, then flicked his finger, sending a beam of light towards the crystal ball. The light on the surface of the crystal ball instantly intensified, and a powerful suction force emanated from it, pulling Li An inside.
Yui Yuigahama was shocked and tried to pull Li An back, but was stopped by the Star Elder: "Don't worry, he'll be fine. This is the process of inheriting the power of the stars, and he needs to face it alone."
Inside the crystal ball, Li An felt as if he were in a sea of stars, with countless stars twinkling around him, each containing immense power.
Taking a deep breath and feeling the fluctuations of the surrounding starlight, a strong desire welled up in my heart.
Just then, the most dazzling star suddenly shone brightly and flew towards Li An.
Without hesitation, I stretched out my hands to receive the baptism of the star power.
The power of the stars surged into Li An's body, instantly flowing through his meridians and bringing an unprecedented sense of power.
But at the same time, a sharp pain swept through his body, as if a thousand knives were cutting through his flesh and bones.
Li An gritted his teeth, his eyes wide open, and veins bulging on his body.
This is a test of the power of the stars; only by persevering can one gain true power.
Time seemed to stand still at this moment. Pain and power intertwined within Li An's body as his will and the power of the stars engaged in a silent battle.
Finally, when the pain reached its peak, the stellar power within Li An seemed to find an outlet and erupted instantly.
His aura instantly surged to its peak, and he seemed to merge with the power of the stars.
"Ah—!" Li An roared to the sky, his voice filled with domineering power.
The light surrounding him gradually subsided, but his eyes shone like stars, radiating an awe-inspiring aura.
When Li An stepped out of the crystal ball, he seemed to have been reborn, and his aura was completely different from before.
Looking at Li An before her, Yui Yuigahama felt an indescribable sense of awe and admiration welling up inside her.
"Lord Li An..." Yui Yuigahama's voice trembled, and tears welled up in her eyes.
Li An smiled gently and reached out to wipe away the tears from the corners of her eyes: "It's alright, Yui. I have obtained the power of the stars, we can go out now."
The Star Elder looked at Li An, his eyes full of approval: "Young man, you have indeed not disappointed me. Now, you can leave the Star Holy Land with your friends."
Li An nodded slightly, then took Yui Yuigahama's hand, and disappeared from the spot in a flash.
When they reappeared, they were already outside the Stone Forest.
Ms. Hiratsuka and Yukinoshita were anxiously waiting for them, and they breathed a sigh of relief when they saw that Lean and Yui had returned safely.
"Li An, are you alright?" Ms. Hiratsuka Shizuka quickly stepped forward and asked with concern.
Li An smiled and shook his head: "It's alright, we succeeded. Now, we can continue exploring the Starry Sky Sanctuary."
Yukino looked at Li An, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and awe: "Lord Li An, you...you have obtained the power of the stars?"
Li An smiled slightly, but instead of answering directly, he raised his hand and waved it gently.
A beam of starlight condensed at his fingertips, transforming into a dazzling ray of light that shot towards the distant stone forest.
A huge rock in the stone forest was instantly shattered into pieces, turning into countless fragments of stone.
"This...this is the power of the stars?" Yukinoshita Haruno's eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief.
Li An nodded, his tone carrying a hint of domineering confidence: "That's right, this is the power of the stars. With it, we will definitely be able to find the true treasure of the Starry Sky Holy Land."
Chapter 163 The Power of the Stars, Dominating the Sacred Starry Sky! The Sixth Heavenly Demon?!
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With the awakening of the power of the stars, Li An's aura underwent a tremendous change. Every step he took seemed to be on the stars, and he was surrounded by a faint starlight, inspiring awe in all who saw him.
Teacher Hiratsuka, Yukino Yukinoshita, and Yui Yuigahama looked at the returning Li An with a mixture of surprise and indescribable shock in their eyes.
"Lord Li An, you really... have changed." Teacher Hiratsuka spoke slowly, her voice trembling slightly, clearly shocked by the extraordinary aura emanating from Li An.
Li An smiled slightly, his gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on Teacher Hiratsuka Shizuka. His tone was firm and unwavering: "Yes, I have obtained the power of the stars. From now on, I will lead everyone to the depths of the Starry Sky Holy Land to find the treasure that belongs to us."
Yukino's eyes sparkled with excitement; she had always been curious about the unknown.
Now, with Li An's increased strength, his desire to explore the Starry Sky Holy Land has grown even stronger: "Lord Li An, what should we do next?"
Li An looked up into the distance. The awakening of the power of the stars not only enhanced his strength but also broadened his vision. He seemed to be able to see a more distant future and the secrets hidden deep in the starry sky: "First, we need to find a map of the Starry Sky Holy Land. Only by understanding the layout of this region can we move forward more effectively."
Yui Yuigahama gently tugged at Rean's sleeve, her eyes filled with trust and reliance: "Lord Rean, is there...is there anything I can do to help?"
Li An turned his head, looked at her gently, and reached out to pat her shoulder lightly: "Yui, your very existence is the greatest help to us! Your kindness and resilience are an indispensable force in our team. We will walk the road ahead together."
Upon being affirmed by Li An, Yui Yuigahama's face lit up with a bright smile, as if all her worries and anxieties had vanished.
The four of them packed their gear and set off on their journey once again.
This time, their goals were clearer, and their steps were more resolute.
As they ventured deeper, the Starry Sky Sanctuary gradually revealed its mysterious and unpredictable side, with various strange astronomical phenomena and ancient ruins constantly coming into view, leaving everyone in awe.
"Look, that's..." Yukino Yukinoshita suddenly pointed to a dazzling meteor shower in the sky and shouted excitedly.
Li An looked up.
The night sky was dotted with stars, and streaks of shooting stars streaked across the sky, leaving behind dazzling trails.
Immediately, a thought struck him, and the power of the stars surged within him, as if forming a subtle connection with this starry sky.
"Follow me," Li An said in a low voice, and with a flash, he took the lead and flew towards the direction of the meteor shower.
Seeing this, the other three quickly followed. Although they couldn't match Li An's speed, they were able to keep up with him under his guidance.
At the end of the meteor shower lies an ancient altar, covered with intricate star totems, like a bridge connecting heaven and earth.
Li An stood before the altar, closed his eyes, and felt the ancient and powerful energy emanating from it.
"This... is the place we've been looking for." Li An slowly opened his eyes, his gaze shining with determination.
Ms. Hiratsuka, Yukino Yukinoshita, and Yui Yuigahama gathered around, curiously examining the altar.
Suddenly, the star totems on the altar began to glow, and beams of light converged into a single beam that shot straight into the sky.
"Look!" Yukino Yukinoshita pointed to the sky, where a huge star gate slowly opened, as if it were a gateway to another world.
Li An took a deep breath, his eyes gleaming with excitement: "This is our entrance into the depths of the Starry Sky Sanctuary. Is everyone ready?"
The three exchanged smiles and nodded. Led by Li An, they stepped onto the stairs leading to the star gate, venturing step by step into the unknown world.
Passing through the star gate, they arrived in a completely new space, filled with rich stellar energy. Every star seemed to possess life, engaging in some kind of mysterious communication with them.
As Li An felt this power, an unprecedented surge of pride and ambition welled up in his heart.
“This is… the Starry Sky Secret Realm!” Li An said in a low voice, his voice filled with awe and anticipation.