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Chapter 144 Mysterious Letter: A New Crisis Emerges

Inside the cave of the Illusionary Moon Abyss, the tense atmosphere gradually dissipated as the black crack disappeared, but the worry in everyone's hearts lingered like a dark cloud. Zhang Peng carefully put away the crystal ball and the four divine artifacts. He knew that these two treasures were key to protecting the cultivation world, and it was precisely because of them that they had attracted so many unknown dangers.

"Although we've temporarily stopped that monster, we still have no idea what it is or why it's targeting the power of the crystal ball," Li Ming said, his brow furrowed and his voice filled with worry.

Lin Wan'er leaned against Zhang Peng and said softly, "No matter what, we'll face it together. Zhang Peng, don't bear it all alone."

Zhang Peng nodded slightly and gave Lin Wan'er a reassuring look: "Don't worry, with everyone here, there's no hurdle we can't overcome."

After a short rest, the group decided to leave the Illusionary Moon Abyss and return to Qingfeng Sect. Along the way, everyone remained silent, each pondering the many unsolved mysteries of their experience. By the time they returned to Qingfeng Sect, it was already late, and Elder Xuanfeng was already waiting at the sect gate. Seeing them return safely, Elder Xuanfeng's face showed a relieved smile.

"You're finally back. You must be tired from the journey." Elder Xuanfeng's gaze swept over everyone, finally landing on Zhang Peng. "How did things go?"

Zhang Peng recounted in detail to Elder Xuanfeng how he broke the crystal ball's seal and encountered the black rift. Elder Xuanfeng's expression turned grave upon hearing this.

"It seems the crisis in the cultivation world is far from over. The power unsealed by this crystal ball has likely attracted even more enemies lurking in the shadows," Elder Xuanfeng said.

Everyone returned to their lodgings and rested. Zhang Peng, however, was wide awake. He sat by the window, moonlight streaming down his face, reflecting his deep thoughts. He took out the crystal ball and examined it closely, trying to find more clues in its soft glow.

Just then, a soft knock sounded at the door. Zhang Peng opened the door and saw a Qingfeng Sect disciple standing there in a flustered manner, holding a letter in his hand.

"Uncle-Master Zhang, this was just delivered by someone who specifically asked for it to be given to you." The disciple handed the letter to Zhang Peng and then hurriedly left.

Zhang Peng looked at the letter in his hand with suspicion. The envelope was unsigned, but a mysterious symbol was drawn in black ink, somewhat similar to the mark of the mysterious organization they had encountered before. His heart tightened, and he quickly opened the letter.

The letter contained only one line of blood-red text: "You are far from uncovering the secret of the crystal ball. Meet me at Sunset Peak in three days, or the entire cultivation world will be plunged into utter ruin."

After reading the letter, Zhang Peng's face instantly turned grim. He realized that this was a provocation from the enemy and a new crisis. He dared not delay and immediately summoned Li Ming, Lin Wan'er, and others.

The group quickly arrived at Zhang Peng's residence, and their expressions turned grim upon seeing the letter in Zhang Peng's hand.

"What does this mean? Sunset Peak? What are they trying to do?" Li Ming said angrily.

Lin Wan'er frowned: "It sounds like they have more secrets about the crystal ball and want to threaten us with the safety of the cultivation world."

Su Yao bit her lip nervously: "What should we do? Should we go to Sunset Peak?"

Liu Ruyan gently stroked the hilt of her sword, a resolute glint in her eyes: "Go! Are we afraid of them? There are so many of us, what tricks can they possibly play?"

Shen Yue didn't speak, but her firm gaze showed her attitude—she was willing to face it together with everyone.

After a moment of contemplation, Zhang Peng said, "We definitely have to go, but we can't act rashly. Sunset Peak has a complex terrain, and the enemy is lurking in the shadows. We must be fully prepared."

Over the next two days, Zhang Peng and the others intensified their training within the Qingfeng Sect to improve their strength. Zhang Peng even repeatedly fused and explored the power of the four divine artifacts and the crystal ball, attempting to master even greater power.

At the same time, they also consulted Elder Xuanfeng about the terrain and related information of Sunset Peak. Elder Xuanfeng told them that Sunset Peak is a dangerous peak located on the edge of the cultivation world. It is shrouded in clouds and mist all year round, with a treacherous terrain that is easy to defend and difficult to attack. It was once a hiding place for some evil cultivators.

"You must be careful on your journey to Sunset Peak. Since these enemies dare to openly provoke us, they must have come prepared," Elder Xuanfeng cautioned.

Three days later, Zhang Peng and his group bid farewell to Elder Xuanfeng and set off towards Sunset Peak. Along the way, everyone's expressions were solemn, and the atmosphere was oppressive. They knew that a difficult battle awaited them, one that might even determine the life or death of the entire cultivation world.

As they arrived at the foot of Sunset Peak, darkness fell, and the last rays of the setting sun cast a blood-red glow upon the mountain. Mist shrouded the peak, obscuring the view above, and a sense of impending danger emanated from it.