New Power

Li Yang hugged the golden book he had obtained from the Mysterious Immortal Abode tightly. The book seemed to carry all the mysteries in the universe, its heavy weight pressing against his arms and, even more heavily, against his heart. Burning with impatience, he traveled nonstop through the mountains and rivers, urgently searching for a quiet place. Only in such a pure haven could he calm his mind and explore the supreme mysteries hidden within the book.

After crossing mountains and ridges all the way, he finally arrived at a valley. It was as though time had forgotten this place. All was quiet and still, save for the gentle breeze brushing past like nature's tenderest caress. The breeze carried wisps of spiritual energy. Those wisps were like lively sprites, circling and dancing around Li Yang as if curious about the wondrous journey this powerful figure was about to begin.

Mountains stretched and rose around the valley, like the winding backs of giant dragons lying across the earth. The slopes were thick with vegetation, green trees casting deep shade, and the lush greenery seemed ready to drip. Sunlight streamed through gaps in the branches, scattering specks of light across the ground and forming patches of golden radiance. A soft breeze stirred the leaves into a rustling melody, as though nature were playing a gentle tune.

A crystal-clear stream murmured through the valley. It wound onward along the terrain, its current striking the stones and splashing up sparkling droplets with a crisp, pleasant sound. The rocks in the stream came in all shapes and sizes. Years of rushing water had smoothed and rounded their surfaces, and some were coated with a thin layer of moss, lending the valley an air of rustic antiquity. The stream reflected the green trees, verdant mountains, blue