Abyss Walker

Chapter 341 Family Compass

Chapter 341 Family Compass

Yun Muhan nodded. "We must be more careful. Perhaps we can act at night and use the darkness as cover."

Lin Yi agreed to the plan, and they decided to set off in the dead of night to reduce the risk of being discovered. Yun Muhan knew that they had ventured deep into the "Forgotten Lands," and every step was fraught with unknowns and dangers, but their resolve remained unwavering.

In the dead of night, Yun Muhan and Lin Yi carefully extinguished the campfire, concealing any trace that might reveal their location.

Their movements were meticulous and careful, ensuring that no embers or smoke were left behind, which could attract unwanted attention.

In the night sky, the moon was obscured by thick clouds, allowing only a faint light to penetrate. This environment was good news for them, as the dim light provided cover and reduced the risk of being discovered.

Using the faint light and their extraordinary night vision, Yun Muhan and Lin Yi carefully traversed the rugged terrain.

They avoided obvious paths, choosing instead to weave through bushes and rocks to minimize their chances of being spotted by the patrolling men in black robes. Their movements were light and swift, each step carefully calculated to avoid making any noise or attracting attention.

Lin Yi checked the map from time to time to make sure they weren't going astray. His eyes searched carefully across the map, his fingers gliding lightly across the parchment, looking for the best path to their destination.

Yun Muhan remained constantly vigilant, using his senses to detect any signs of life in his surroundings. His eyes and ears were as sharp as a cheetah's; no unusual movement escaped his notice.

As they approached the Valley of Sighs, the magical fluctuations in the air became more chaotic, even unsettling.

These fluctuations seem to be unique to the Valley of Sighs; they pulsate erratically, as if expressing the pain and anger of this land.

Yun Muhan noticed that the surrounding vegetation was becoming sparse and the land was becoming increasingly barren, as if even life itself had chosen to retreat from this area.

"We're almost there," Lin Yi said in a low voice, a hint of nervousness in his tone.

Yun Muhan nodded, his gaze sweeping around to make sure there were no ambushes. "Once we enter the valley, we must be even more careful. The terrain there may limit our visibility and movement."

They continued onward until a massive rift appeared before them. This rift, like a wound in the earth, was bottomless, with steep rock walls on both sides, as if cleaved by a giant's axe.

A narrow path winds its way down to the valley floor, every step of which is fraught with unknowns and dangers.

The wind howled through the valley, making a low, sighing sound, just as its name "Valley of Sighs" suggests. This sound echoed through the empty valley, giving a sense of mystery and unease.

Yun Muhan and Lin Yi exchanged a glance, both seeing the determination in each other's eyes. They knew that once they entered the valley, there was no turning back.

They took a deep breath and began to walk down the path, taking each step carefully, just in case.

The mist in the valley blurred their vision, making it almost impossible for them to see more than a few feet ahead. Yun Muhan and Lin Yi had to rely more heavily on their hearing and intuition.

Their hearts pounded in the oppressive atmosphere, but their resolve only grew stronger. They knew the man in black robes might be nearby, and they had to be ready to fight at any moment.

Yun Muhan gently stroked the sword hilt, feeling the chill of the blade, which reminded him of his mission and responsibility. As they ventured deeper into the valley, Yun Muhan and Lin Yi's senses became even more acute.

In the fog, their eyes were almost useless, but their ears could still pick up the faintest sounds, from the howling of the wind to the breathing of a wild beast that might be lurking in the distance.

Their intuition constantly reminded them that danger could strike at any moment.

In this environment, every tiny movement could be a deadly threat or a sign of safety. They must remain highly vigilant and prepared to respond to any eventuality.

Yun Muhan and Lin Yi walked slowly through the mist, their figures appearing and disappearing in the shadows of the valley, like two brave explorers venturing into the unknown, searching for the secrets hidden in this desolate land.

Lin Yi took out a strange compass from his pocket. The needle trembled slightly in the mist, as if searching for a specific direction. "This is a family heirloom compass. It can help us find the location of the laboratory," he explained in a low voice.

Yun Muhan nodded, his gaze fixed on the compass, while his other hand gripped the flying sword tightly, ready to deal with any possible attack. "We need to hurry. The black-robed men may have similar tools; they won't be slower than us."

The two quickened their pace, but their vigilance did not diminish.

Yun Muhan's ears caught an unusual sound, a subtle but rhythmic footstep, quite different from the sounds of the wind and the echoes in the valley.

He immediately stopped and swiftly and decisively signaled Lin Yi to stop. The two of them immediately hid behind nearby rocks, their movements swift and silent, like well-trained soldiers.

Soon, several figures in black robes appeared in the mist. Their figures were indistinct, and their steps were heavy, as if they were searching for something.

The appearance of these men in black robes heightened the tension. They could be patrollers or trackers of this land, and their presence was undoubtedly a huge threat.

Yun Muhan and Lin Yi held their breath, their eyes fixed on the black-robed men as they walked past their hiding place.

Their hearts pounded in their chests, but their expressions remained unusually calm—a composure born of years of experience in the face of life and death.

The men in black robes seemed oblivious to their presence and continued walking forward, their figures gradually disappearing into the mist. Only after these potential threats had gone did Yun Muhan and Lin Yi resume their journey.

“They might also be looking for a laboratory,” Yun Muhan said in a low voice.

Lin Yi's expression was grave. "We must get ahead of them. If the power in the laboratory falls into their hands, the consequences will be unimaginable."