Lee Xian, Cultivator of Guyon

Hidden Cave

The sun slowly sinks in the western horizon, coloring the sky with a gradation of red, orange, and purple. Xian, Cin Xiu, Mei Mei, and their newly known mysterious man sit around a bonfire they light to warm themselves up in the increasingly cold night. They shared their stories and discussed their next plans.

Cin Xiu, with passionate eyes, said, "So, we all agree that we should find that ancient artifact before it falls into the wrong hands. But the question is, how are we going to find it?"

The mysterious man, who finally revealed himself as Lu Jian, a highly skilled cultivation expert, nodded. "We have limited clues about the location of the artifact. But this cave is very large, and searching in it will take a long time. Moreover, there are many dangers lurking within this cave."

Mei Mei, who was sitting with her legs crossed next to her, raised her hands. "I have an idea. What if we seek help from outside resources? There might be someone who knows more about this cave and where the artifacts are."

Xian nodded in agreement. "That's a good idea. We had to go to a nearby village and look for information. There may be people who have explored this cave or heard legends about the artifact."

They all agreed to carry out the plan tomorrow morning. As the night wore on, they slept under the starry sky with hearts full of hope.

The morning came, and they began their journey towards the nearby village. The path they took through the dense forest was a quiet and silent one. The sunlight that pierced through the trees created shadows that moved along the way.

The village, located on a hillside, looks peaceful. The villagers were busy with their daily work, and Xian, Cin Xiu, Mei Mei, was, and Lu Jian immediately headed to the local shops and taverns to find out about the caves and artifacts they were looking for.

In a small tavern run by an old woman, they hear stories of a mysterious and dangerous cave. The woman told them that only a handful of people dared to enter the cave, and some never returned.

A shopkeeper standing behind his wooden desk said, "There is an ancient legend about this cave. That said, an extremely powerful artifact once existed inside, but the cave was fenced off by an evil spirit protecting the treasure. The people who tried to steal the artifact never came back."

Cin Xiu asked, "Do you know where the cave entrance is?"

The shopkeeper shook his head. "I have never seen it myself, but it is said that its entrance is hidden within the forest and can only be found by those with strong inner eyes."

After hearing various stories and information from the villagers, Xian and his comrades felt increasingly challenged and excited to find the entrance of the cave. They returned to their camp with great determination.

When they returned to the cave in the afternoon, they carefully entered the forest located around the cave. They inspected every tree and rock, looking for signs that this was the entrance they were looking for.

As the sun was about to sink, Cin Xiu suddenly shouted, "I found it!" He was a few steps ahead, amidst tall bushes and wild herbs.

Everyone rushed up to him, and they saw the cave entrance hidden among the lushness of the wild plants. The door looked ancient and secretive.

The passageway they passed through seemed to be endless. The walls of this cave are filled with strange images, such as mythical animals and ancient symbols that they do not recognize. Cin Xiu took note of it carefully, hoping that these images would provide clues about the location of the artifacts they were looking for.

Suddenly, they heard the sound of approaching footsteps. Getting closer and getting louder. They stopped for a moment and got ready. In the darkness, they saw the approaching silhouettes, and a man appeared from the corner of the hall. The man was a weary-looking adventurer, dressed like a true cave explorer.

Xian and the comrades were preparing to fight, but the man raised his hand calmly. "Don't worry, I'm not looking for trouble. I came here to pursue my dreams, just like you."

They were curious and decided to listen to the story. The man introduces himself as Wei, a historian who has explored this cave to research the ancient artifacts contained within. He explained that this cave has various secrets, and that many people have tried to pursue the wealth that is in it.

"The artifact we are looking for is an extremely powerful crystal stone that is believed to have extraordinary powers. I believe that with the power of the stone, I can uncover the history of this cave and solve the puzzle that has been a mystery" said Wei.

Xian, Cin Xiu, Mei Mei, and Lu Jian discussed for a while, and finally they decided to join Wei in their quest. They realize that by working together, they have a greater chance of finding the artifact and overcoming the dangers that may lurk within this cave.

Night fell, and they formed a camp in the cave. Their small bonfire gave light within the spacious room. They shared their stories and experiences, while checking their equipment for preparation to explore the cave deeper.

While they sat together, Cin Xiu talked about the origins of the Guyon Bond college and how Xian had trained him. He expressed his gratitude to his teacher for all the lessons he had been given. Xian smiled proudly, relieved that his disciple had grown into a formidable leader.

The usually quiet Mei Mei, tells about her childhood in a remote village. He grew up in a hard life and learned a lot about farming and surviving from his parents. The story made Xian, Cin Xiu, and Wei feel closer to him.

Lu Jian, the mysterious man, finally opened himself up and told him that he was an explorer seeking the truth about cultivation. He explained that this cave was one of the most mysterious places he had ever visited, and he believed there was a big secret associated with the artifact.

Their conversation continued until late into the night, when everyone started to feel sleepy. They slept with a feisty mind and planned to continue their search into the cave tomorrow morning.

The next day, they woke up excitedly and entered the increasingly dark cave passage. They walked deeper and further away from the entrance. Every corner of this cave holds a mystery, and they remain alert to any dangers that may arise.

But, without them noticing, something had lurked them from the darkness. A resounding rumbling sound and the trembling walls of the cave made them aghast. There was a strong and evil presence near them, and they soon realized that they were not alone in this cave.

From the shadows, a terrifying creature appeared. This creature is large, black hairy, and has sharp claws that are able to tear anything in front of it. It was a legendary creature known as the "Dragon of the Shadow."

Xian, Cin Xiu, Mei Mei, Lu Jian, and Wei must unite to face this threat. They prepared themselves for a fierce fight that would test all their abilities and strength. But the battle against the Shadow Dragons will only be the beginning of their dangerous and mysterious adventure inside this unexpected cave.