After peace was restored to the Immortal and Mortal Realms, everyone returned joyfully to their respective sects. Wherever they went, they received heroes' welcomes. People lined the streets cheering, praising their tremendous contributions to saving the two realms.
The young disciple and his companions were no exception; they were regarded as the pride of their sect. Surrounded by the crowd, they brought the Divine Bell and the ancient book back to the sect and stored them safely. These treasures were not only proof of the dangers they had endured, but also symbols of their protection over the Immortal and Mortal Realms.
Days passed, and the seemingly peaceful life gradually made people forget the crisis they had once faced. Yet by chance, while flipping through the ancient book, the young disciple discovered an obscure record. The passage seemed to conceal some deeper meaning, stirring doubt within him.
As he studied the record further, the young disciple became increasingly convinced that it contained important information. It seemed to foretell an even deeper crisis lurking in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to erupt. Troubled by this discovery, he decided to inform the elders of his sect.
At the same time, ancient legends began spreading among the people. It was said that an even more powerful evil, once sealed away, was about to awaken, and its strength far surpassed that of their previous enemies. The news struck people like a bombshell, causing a tremendous uproar.
No one dared take the situation lightly. They knew that if the legends were true, the two realms would likely face another devastating catastrophe. Thus, they decided to set out once more in search of the truth and uncover the crisis hidden in the darkness.
They traveled far and wide, seeking clues. They overlooked no place that