The Gate of the Mysterious Realm

Summary

Shi Mu finds himself trapped in a raging inferno, using defensive barriers of true qi and spiritual light to protect himself and Zhong Xiu. Despite his resistance to fire, the flames begin to overwhelm him, causing immense pain and leading to his unconsciousness. As he struggles, a black bead from Zhong Xiu activates, summoning a fiery bird that transforms into a cloak around her, providing her protection. A projection of a woman with a phoenix crown appears, recognizing Zhong Xiu's bloodline and expressing disdain for Shi Mu, whom she believes is a threat. She saves Zhong Xiu, but unleashes golden flames on Shi Mu, causing him severe injury. The woman then uses an ancient mirror to take Zhong Xiu away, leaving Shi Mu in agony as he sinks into unconsciousness.

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