Chapter 8 The Underworld
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Chapter 8 The Underworld
Under the deep and mysterious guidance of the old Taoist Yunyouzi, Bu Fan embarked on this journey full of unknowns and challenges with a restless heart.
At this moment, his heart is swayed by two emotions: on the one hand, fear of the unknown world; on the other hand, a strong desire to explore the unknown.
This complex emotion makes his heart beat faster, but at the same time it also stimulates his courage to move forward bravely.
Yunyouzi, this old man in a cloak with a weathered face, is like a figure emerging from an ancient legend.
His steps are steady and powerful. Every step seems so calm and unhurried. As if this road leading to the underworld is just an ordinary trip for him.
His eyes are deep and sharp, as if he can penetrate the secrets of all things in the world.
His existence gives people a mysterious feeling, making people can't help but feel a sense of awe towards him.
Bu Fan closely follows behind Yunyouzi, carefully taking steps.
He tries to stay calm and tries to calm down the fear and tension in his heart.
However, as they gradually approach the underworld, the surrounding environment becomes more and more gloomy and terrifying.
Darkness envelops everything, and there is a rancid smell in the air, making people feel suffocated.
Bu Fan couldn't help shivering, and secretly prayed in his heart that he could complete this adventure safely.
In the depths of the dense forest, the light becomes extremely dim, as if covered by a thick veil. Only occasionally through the gaps in the dense branches and leaves can a few streaks of mottled light and shadow be sprinkled, like little stars dotted in the darkness, giving people a mysterious feeling.
These light and shadows are like dreamlike existences, adding a bit of strangeness and mystery to this dark space.
The trees here are tall and twisted, like witnesses struggling to survive in ancient times.
Their branches are thick and powerful, and the bark is as rough as rough stone. After being baptized by wind and rain, it appears extremely tough.
The branches and leaves of the trees are intertwined, forming a natural barrier one after another, blocking out the outside sounds and light.
These natural barriers make this dense forest a world isolated from the world, full of unknowns and dangers.
Bu Fan closely follows behind Yunyouzi. His steps are light and careful, as if the land under his feet will crack open at any time.
He dare not make the slightest sound, for fear of disturbing this sleeping forest.
His vigilant eyes scanned around, always ready to deal with possible dangers.
In this mysterious place, any slight movement may hide a fatal threat. There is an indescribable breath in the air. There is both the freshness of soil and leaves and a hint of coldness, which makes people shiver involuntarily.
This unique breath makes people feel both comfortable and uneasy, as if being in a strange and familiar environment.
Bu Fan took a deep breath and tried to adapt himself to this special atmosphere, but the sense of tension in his heart became stronger.
They carefully passed through the dense forest, full of vigilance and caution with every step.
Finally, when they passed the last row of trees, a wide and turbulent river appeared in front of them. That is the River Styx.
The river water is deep black, like an endless abyss, as if it can swallow all light.
The occasional waves on the water surface are more like the devil's sneer, making people shudder.
There is neither a bridge nor any boats on the river surface, only emptiness and despair.
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