kvmb Chapter 30 Red Star Tower (Part 2)
Chapter 30 Red Star Tower (Part 2)
The continuous infusion of magic caused Chu Qiuchi's face to gradually turn pale, but she persisted, meticulously sensing the flow of magic and the changes in the images within each mirror. Her gaze was sharp as a knife, capturing every subtle fluctuation.
Finally, through her tireless efforts, Chu Qiuchi discovered the anomaly: among the many mirrors, the flow of magic within one mirror was remarkably consistent with the path of a human body absorbing magical energy for cultivation, and the changing patterns of the image also matched the release process of magical skills with astonishing accuracy.
This discovery sparked a glint in her eyes; she realized that this was very likely the mirror of truth she had been searching for.
Chu Qiuchi's heart raced, and her mental focus sharpened as she locked onto the peculiar mirror. She began to observe and analyze more meticulously, ensuring her judgment was correct.
After confirming it several times, she made up her mind: this was the mirror of truth she had been searching for. She stood up and stopped channeling her magic into the mirror.
She gently placed her hand on the mirror, and instantly, a strange power enveloped her. In the blink of an eye, she found herself in a completely new place.
This land is covered with lush green meadows, wildflowers bloom freely, and colorful butterflies dance among the flowers, creating a vibrant scene.
In this perfect natural landscape, a rustic thatched cottage stands quietly. Suddenly, a weathered yet gentle voice comes from inside, as if it has traveled through the long river of time.
"Child, come in!"
The voice carried an irresistible invitation, guiding Chu Qiuchi toward the half-closed door.
Chu Qiuchi walked lightly towards the thatched hut, and with a gentle push, the door opened.
The room was simply furnished yet charming, with a simple bed, a small long table, and four hand-woven cushions making up almost all the furniture.
Two delicate vases, filled with blooming peach blossoms, sit on the table, while elegant orchids hang on the wall, infusing the space with a touch of natural vitality and color.
On the table, a cup of tea has been prepared. The aroma of the tea wafts through the air, creating a tranquil and elegant atmosphere.
Despite being in a magical world, everything here gives one the illusion of an ancient hermit. A serene tranquility, detached from worldly affairs, permeates the air, as if time has slowed down, offering a unique solace to the soul.
The old man sat quietly on a futon opposite the table, watching Chu Qiuchi enter the room with gentle eyes.
He gently gestured to the prayer mat in front of him, a kind smile appearing on his face, his voice carrying a hint of invitation: "My humble abode is simple, please don't be offended. Young friend, please sit down and have a cup of tea before we talk!"
Chu Qiuchi did not sense any hostility from the old man, so she walked over lightly and sat cross-legged gracefully on the futon.
Chu Qiuchi gently picked up the teacup, politely thanked the old man, and then took a small sip.
The moment the tea touched her lips and teeth, a refreshing sensation flowed over her, followed by a rich aroma that quickly filled her nostrils.
After that refreshing taste, a subtle sweetness was released on her tongue, allowing her, someone who doesn't usually drink tea, to immediately appreciate the tea's exceptional quality.
Chu Qiuchi gently placed the teacup back on the table, turned to the old man, his eyes filled with curiosity and doubt: "Grandpa, who are you? And where is this place? Aren't I trying to conquer the tower?"
Upon hearing Chu Qiuchi's question, the old man put down his teacup and replied, "This is the source space of the Magic Continent, the origin of all skills in the Skill Star Tower. It is also the ninth level of the Crimson Star Tower, and I am the guardian spirit created from this source space, named Star Source. In tens of thousands of years, you are the first person to come here."
Upon hearing the old man's answer, Chu Qiuchi's surprise was palpable: "Grandpa Xingyuan, am I the first one here? Why is that? Has no one ever passed the ninth level of the Crimson Star Tower before? Isn't the Crimson Star Tower supposed to be the easiest?"
Listening to Chu Qiuchi's series of questions, Xingyuan revealed a gentle smile and continued, "The reason why no one has come to this place all these years is because no one has been able to trigger the hidden challenge mode of the Crimson Star Tower. And you are the first person to trigger this mode. You should also know that your mental strength is extraordinary. Others cannot reach this place from the ninth level."
"All I know is that my mental strength is at its maximum from birth. Is that the reason?"
The old man gently shook his head. "That's not the reason. Although this condition is special, it's not enough to trigger the hidden mode. You can think about it more carefully and see if there are any other unique aspects."
His words carried a hint, as if suggesting that Chu Qiuchi had other secrets yet to be discovered.
Chu Qiuchi's heart stirred. She thought of the mysterious source code that appeared when she was clearing the first level, which was her unique experience.
However, time travel was her greatest secret in this life, and she could not reveal it directly to the old man. She could only remain silent for the time being and pretend to know nothing.
“I’ll think about it again, Grandpa Xingyuan.”
The old man nodded nonchalantly, "Well, whatever the reason, it's a kind of fate that we've come here."
Then, he took out a stone that emitted a soft light from his sleeve and handed it to Chu Qiuchi. "This is a skill source stone, a reward for your arrival here. The source stone contains four-star skills. You can use your mental power to sense it. As for what specific skill you can get, that depends on your luck."
Chu Qiuchi respectfully accepted the skill source stone from the old man with both hands, expressing her sincere gratitude. Then, she began to concentrate her spiritual energy, reaching for the skill source stone in her hands.
The moment her spiritual energy came into contact with the Originium, she felt as if she had been transported into a vast sea of stars, where every star shone with dazzling light.
Chu Qiuchi carefully used her mental energy to touch the twinkling little stars, trying to establish a connection with them. After a period of exploration, one of the little stars finally seemed to sense her call, trembled slightly, and then rushed towards her at high speed.
The star disappeared silently from her body, and at the same time, the name of the skill appeared in her mind—Endless Fireball, along with detailed information about it.
Chu Qiuchi opened her eyes, her gaze gleaming with barely suppressed excitement. She knew she had just acquired a powerful skill, which would undoubtedly add a valuable asset to her future path of magical cultivation.
She bowed deeply to the old man again with gratitude and carefully returned the skill source stone to him.
The old man accepted the skill source stone, a profound look in his eyes. He said to Chu Qiuchi, "Alright, young friend, your mission here can be considered complete. Let me remind you one last time: remember your experience on the eighth floor well, as it may bring you some unexpected surprises in the future. Also, do not mention what happened here to anyone."
"I won't keep you any longer. I'll send you away now." As soon as the old man finished speaking, he gently waved his hand, and an invisible force instantly and gently enveloped Chu Qiuchi.
Before Chu Qiuchi could react, she was already standing outside the tower, her heart filled with doubt and her face full of confusion.
Recalling the old man's last words, her heart sank. Could the old man have seen her progress? Had her unusual behavior on the first level already been noticed by him?
But he didn't ask any more questions. He just reminded her to remember her experience on the eighth floor. Did he know something, which is why he specifically reminded her?
Standing outside the tower, Chu Qiuchi's gaze was deep as she silently pondered the old man's intentions. His reminder seemed to conceal a deeper meaning, filling her with both mystery and curiosity.
It seems I need to cultivate even harder; this world is getting more and more interesting.
The old man from the Source Space watched Chu Qiuchi's figure disappear from sight, then slowly closed the door of the thatched hut, and the interior was immediately enveloped in silence.
Time passed silently until the old man let out a deep, meaningful sigh: "Alas, a person of two worlds! I wonder if this is good or bad for the magical continent!"