Ye Lingyun raced through the passages of the Starfall Ruins, his footsteps ringing sharply against the ancient flagstones. His heart pounded like a drum, each beat carrying his fear of the unknown and his longing to survive. He could feel a powerful presence rapidly closing in behind him. It belonged to the experts of the Shadow Race, and they had only one target-the Star Core.
The Star Core's power coursed through Ye Lingyun's body, its light flickering in his chest like a pulsing star. He knew this power would be both his greatest support and his greatest burden. He had to find a way out as quickly as possible, or he would never escape the Shadow Race's pursuit.
His gaze swept across the passage, searching for any possible escape route. Ancient runes on the walls gave off a faint glow, their power rippling through the air as though guiding him forward. A glimmer of hope rose in Ye Lingyun's heart. He knew these runes had to conceal some secret.
He drew a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. He could feel his pursuers drawing closer, and he had to make a decision quickly. His gaze settled on the end of the passage, where a massive stone door stood covered in intricate star runes. Their power rippled through the air as though calling to him.
Without a moment's hesitation, Ye Lingyun became a streak of light and shot straight toward the stone door. His palm traced an arcane path through the air, and streams of star power erupted from it, forming a massive Starstorm that slammed into the door.
Boom!
Under the Starstorm's impact, the stone door slowly opened, revealing an enormous underground chamber. At its center stood a massive magic array, with countless lights shimmering overhead like brilliant