Although there was some confusion in their hearts, Qin Ruhai and the others saw that Su Chen had no intention of continuing, so they did not ask further. It might not be appropriate to ask more!
Even though they saw the mystical light shooting up into the sky from a distance earlier, the distance was still quite far, illustrating the saying: seeing a mountain and running a horse to death!
Of course, it wasn't just them; almost every faction also saw the light and rushed towards it!
At this moment, regardless of the faction, everyone was hurrying along!
As for the Demon Beasts encountered along the way, they ignored them unless attacked; if attacked, they'd quickly eliminate the threat and continue onward!
After several hours, Su Chen and the group from the Qin Family finally arrived there!
When they arrived, they were astounded to find an Underground Palace-like structure appearing before them!
The Underground Palace was immense, exuding an ancient and solid aura!
"Could it be that the earlier mystical light was emitted from this Underground Palace?"
Su Chen thought to himself.
He glanced at the Underground Palace. It was unclear whether it was due to the mutation in the Dark Forest, the mystical light earlier, or some other reason, but the Underground Palace, which should have been underground, was mostly above ground, with only a small part remaining beneath!
At this moment, the Stone Gate was wide open, though it was unclear whether someone had opened it or if it was always !
"We're definitely late. Let's hurry inside."
At this moment, someone from the Qin Family spoke.
They were quite far away initially, and they had to take care of Qin Nishang, so their speed wasn't fast. Most factions had probably already entered by now.
The others nodded upon hearing this and proceeded inside, with Su Chen naturally following along.
As they stepped inside, Su Chen expected it to be pitch-black, only to find it somewhat illuminated!
Contrary to his expectations, they entered not into a spacious hall but a passageway, which was fairly wide, about two meters across, with walls seemingly constructed of giant stones!
On the walls, there were candle-like light sources that didn't drip wax as if they'd burn forever!
"This place is so strange!"
Qin Ruyang couldn't help but say.
"Let's look around first."
Qin Ruhai replied upon hearing this.
The Qin Family members stopped talking and walked silently ahead...
Soon enough, they encountered a fork, and looking ahead, there seemed to be another fork at regular intervals.
The forks appeared identical, with no noticeable differences.
"Let's take this way."
Qin Ruhai suggested when they reached one of the forks.
The other Qin Family members nodded in agreement, as all the forks were the same, offering no reference points!
"Uncles, I'll go this way then."
Su Chen said with a smile.
"Su Chen, you're not coming with us?"
Qin Nishang hurriedly asked.
"No need, I'll just look around on my own."
Su Chen then smiled and said:
"Uncles, we'll part ways for now."
Seeing that he seemed to have made up his mind, Qin Ruhai and the others said:
"Alright then, be careful. Whether encountering Wuji Sect or Hua Family, it's best to avoid them."
"Indeed, you're still young. With your talents, in ten years' time, you'll naturally needn't worry too much!"
Qin Ruyang also patted his shoulder, speaking earnestly.
"Thank you, uncles, for your concern. I'll be careful."
Su Chen smiled and said.
Though he was unconcerned inwardly, he responded casually out of politeness since they were only being considerate.
"What my second uncle said makes sense. Don't be so reckless anymore!"
Qin Nishang also expressed her concern.
"Nishang, are you worried about me?"
Su Chen teased with a smile.
"Shush, who's worried about you!"
Qin Nishang blushed and retorted.
With her father and several elders present, she was naturally embarrassed.
The Qin Family members suppressed their smiles, pretending not to hear.
After a few more words, the Qin Family members and Su Chen bid each other farewell.
Su Chen continued down another passageway, intentionally lightening his steps as he observed his surroundings.
However, after some time, he found nothing peculiar and soon encountered more forks!
Su Chen didn't choose another route but continued along his current path!
Before long, he arrived at a cave, around ten square feet in size!
Su Chen observed briefly, saw nothing special, and assumed any valuable items had already been taken!
After another look, he exited and retraced his steps along the previous path.
When he reached the nearest fork, he turned and kept moving forward.
He didn't have a clear objective, so he wandered aimlessly.
After about two hours, he discovered several caves but found no treasures!
Of course, he thought as before, any treasures had likely already been taken!
After all, he had entered rather late!
Suddenly, he heard sounds of fighting not far ahead!
Su Chen quickly dashed toward the sound, soon reaching the entrance of a cave!
Entering, he saw several people engaged in a fierce battle inside!
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Su Chen was startled to see an elderly man among them!
Old Master Li and several from the Lishan Sect were fighting a group in blood-red robes!
Despite outnumbering their opponents four to three, Old Master Li's side was clearly at a disadvantage!
This was because the three opponents were significantly stronger!
Upon hearing the voice, Old Master Li quickly parried an attack, retreated several steps, and hastily said:
"Little Su, it's too dangerous here. They're from the Red Blood Sect. You must leave immediately!"
Su Chen's eyes narrowed upon hearing this!
He had some "history" with the Red Blood Sect, who had previously captured Xiao Yaning!
And it was the Red Blood Sect that harassed Yan Xi and Ran Ting at the bar last time!
Su Chen also knew that the Evil Path force Old Master Li encountered decades ago was the Red Blood Sect!
"Hmph! You choose not to walk the path to Heaven, but barge into Hell!"
Su Chen thought to himself!
Even if they weren't from the Red Blood Sect, seeing Old Master Li in danger would push him to help!
Moreover, they belonged to the evil Red Blood Sect, so he had no reason to show mercy!