Me? I was transported into a book? And I became a vicious villain?

The greed that flashed across Shen Feng's eyes did not escape Xiao Yichen's sharp gaze. He quietly hugged Chu Mengmeng tighter, and his heart was alarmed. The family's forbidden technique was a secret that even he had only heard of but did not know the details of. Shen Feng's strange behavior had to make him alert.

"Mengmeng, are you sure you want to use the family's forbidden technique?" Xiao Yichen said in a heavy tone, trying to dissuade her again, "Perhaps, we can think of other ways."

Chu Mengmeng raised her head, a trace of struggle flashed in her eyes, but it was soon replaced by determination. "Yi Chen, I know what you are worried about, but the current situation does not allow us to hesitate any longer. Although the family forbidden technique is dangerous, it is also our last hope."

"But the price of the family's forbidden technique..." Xiao Yichen hesitated to speak. He knew very well that using that power would likely bring unpredictable consequences to Chu Mengmeng, and even endanger her life.

"I believe that as long as you are by my side, we will be able to overcome all difficulties!" Chu Mengmeng held Xiao Yichen's hand tightly, and said firmly, "Besides, I can't just watch you and Shen Feng fall into danger. I have to do something."

Looking at Chu Mengmeng's determined eyes, Xiao Yichen felt mixed emotions. He knew that he could not stop Chu Mengmeng's determination, and he could not watch her fall into danger.

"Okay, I promise you." Xiao Yichen took a deep breath and hugged Chu Mengmeng in his arms, "But you have to promise me that no matter what happens, you must protect yourself. We will face it together."

Chu Mengmeng nodded gently and buried her head in Xiao Yichen's chest, feeling his warm embrace, her heart filled with strength.

However, at this moment, a cold wind blew without warning, the temperature in the room dropped sharply, and the candlelight flickered, as if it would go out at any time.

"Be careful!" Xiao Yichen suddenly protected Chu Mengmeng behind him and looked around vigilantly.

"Hehehe..." A shrill laughter came from outside the window, making people feel creepy.

"Oh no! It's Lin Yuxin's remnants!" Shen Feng's face changed drastically. He recognized the owner of the voice. It was one of the men in black who was beaten by Chu Mengmeng and escaped.

Before he finished speaking, several dark shadows broke through the window and headed straight for Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen.

"Protect Mengmeng!" Xiao Yichen pushed Chu Mengmeng behind him, drew out the long sword he carried with him, and rushed forward.

A fierce battle is about to break out...

Their argument was interrupted by a sudden attack, and the remnants of Lin Yuxin launched another attack. The man in black who broke in through the window was like a ghost, with a fierce murderous aura, and approached Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen.

"Damn it! How did they find this place?!" Shen Feng cursed, quickly drew the sword from his waist and joined the battle.

Xiao Yichen's long sword was like a rainbow, and the sword energy was so strong that he forced the black-clothed men who were rushing in the front to retreat several steps. But he soon discovered that the strength of these black-clothed men was much stronger than those he had encountered before. Their moves were fierce and they cooperated well. They were obviously Lin Yuxin's elite troops.

"Be careful, they are targeting you!" Xiao Yichen warned Chu Mengmeng while fending off the attack of the men in black. He knew that Lin Yuxin hated Chu Mengmeng to the core, and this time she came here, she must want to kill her.

Chu Mengmeng did not dare to be careless. She condensed a dazzling golden light in her hand, which turned into countless golden blades and shot towards the man in black. Wherever the golden blades went, the man in black fell to the ground and wailed in pain.

However, these men in black seemed to be fearless and continued to fight without any retreat. Soon, Chu Mengmeng felt that her spiritual power was too much and her face gradually turned pale.

"Mengmeng, how are you?" Seeing this, Xiao Yichen's heart tightened and his attack became more fierce. He wanted to get rid of the enemy in front of him as soon as possible so that he could help Chu Mengmeng.

"I'm fine." Chu Mengmeng gritted her teeth and said with all her might. But she knew in her heart that if she continued like this, both she and Xiao Yichen would be in danger.

"Hehehe..." At this moment, a cold laugh echoed in the room, making people feel creepy.

"Who?!" Xiao Yichen and Shen Feng looked around vigilantly at the same time, but there was no one in sight.

"Don't look for me anymore. I'm here." A figure wearing a black cloak and with an unclear face appeared in the center of the room at some point.

"Who are you?" Xiao Yichen asked in a deep voice, with a bad feeling rising in his heart.

"It doesn't matter who I am. What matters is that I'll take your lives." The black shadow laughed coldly. A powerful pressure emanated from him, making Xiao Yichen and Shen Feng feel suffocated.

"Mengmeng, go!" Xiao Yichen realized that the man in black in front of them was extremely powerful and they could not contend with him, so he made a prompt decision, pushed Chu Mengmeng out of the door, and swung his sword to meet the black shadow.

"Want to leave? Not that easy!" The black shadow sneered, and with a flash of his body, he stood in front of Chu Mengmeng.

Chu Mengmeng looked at the shadow blocking her way, and then looked at Xiao Yichen who was fighting fiercely with the man in black behind her, and she was extremely anxious. She knew that if she didn't think of a solution, she and Xiao Yichen would die here!

"I have to take a risk!" Chu Mengmeng secretly made up her mind, and a trace of determination flashed in her eyes. Chu Mengmeng took a deep breath, and the forbidden method emerged in her mind. It was extremely powerful, but it also came with huge risks. If you are not careful, you may even lose your soul. But at this moment, there is no way back.

"Xiao Yichen, I've decided to take a risk." Chu Mengmeng's eyes were firm, and her tone was resolute, "I can't just sit there and wait for death, and I can't let you sacrifice for me in vain."

Xiao Yichen's heart sank suddenly. He knew what Chu Mengmeng was referring to. He had heard of that method before, but no one had ever dared to try it. He knew he couldn't stop her, so he could only hold her hand tightly, and said in a low and firm voice: "No matter what, I will stay with you."

Chu Mengmeng held his hand in hers, feeling the warmth of his palm, and a warm current surged in her heart. She knew that no matter how difficult and dangerous the road ahead was, he would fight side by side with her.

They quickly made a plan. First, they had to find a safe and secluded place to complete the arrangement of the magic circle without being disturbed. Second, they needed to collect a large number of spirit stones to provide enough energy for the magic circle.

"Let's go to Qingfeng Valley outside the city." Chu Mengmeng suggested, "It's sparsely populated and has abundant spiritual energy, which is suitable for setting up magic arrays."

Xiao Yichen nodded in agreement. He quickly packed up some necessary items, then took Chu Mengmeng, avoided the sight of the man in black, and quietly left the inn.

The night was as dark as ink, and the wind was biting cold. Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen rode their horses and galloped all the way out of the city. They did not choose the official road, but took a less traveled path to avoid Lin Yuxin's eyes.

"There seems to be someone in front!" Suddenly, Xiao Yichen pulled the reins and said in a low voice.

Chu Mengmeng also noticed something unusual. Not far in front of them, a hunched figure was slowly walking towards them.

"Who is it?" Xiao Yichen asked vigilantly, while protecting Chu Mengmeng behind him.

The man did not answer, but continued to walk towards them. He did not raise his head until he was only a few steps away from them.

It was a weather-beaten face with accumulated wrinkles, but it could not hide a pair of wise eyes. He was wearing coarse linen clothes, but it could not hide his immortal temperament.

"Are you two going to Qingfeng Valley?" The old man's voice was hoarse, but it was clearly heard by Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen.

"Old man, who are you?" Xiao Yichen did not answer his question, but asked back.

The old man smiled and said, "I am just an unknown person in this deep mountain forest. You can just call me Lao Mu. As for your origins and purpose, I have no intention of exploring them."

Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen looked at each other, and saw a hint of doubt in each other's eyes. This old man seemed to know something...

"The old man appeared in this wilderness late at night. Could he be going to Qingfeng Valley as well?" Xiao Yichen asked tentatively, observing the old man's every move with sharp eyes, trying to find flaws in his subtle expressions.

The old man stroked his graying beard, his cloudy eyes seemed to see through everything, "Qingfeng Valley is sparsely populated, and has abundant spiritual energy. It is indeed an excellent place for cultivation. I have lived in seclusion here for many years."

He paused and turned his gaze to Chu Mengmeng, "This girl looks worried, what difficulties have you encountered?"

Chu Mengmeng was shocked. Could this old man be able to see through people's hearts? She calmly clenched the heater in her hand and said, "Old man, you are joking. I am just worried about whether I can reach my destination smoothly tomorrow."

The old man smiled and said, "I have a long history with Qingfeng Valley. If you two can trust me, you might as well tell me a thing or two. Perhaps I can help you."

Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen exchanged glances. They both understood that this matter was of great importance and must not be easily revealed to outsiders.

"Thank you for your kindness, old man, but this matter..." Chu Mengmeng was about to refuse, but was interrupted by Xiao Yichen.

"To be honest, we are here to find a rare medicinal material to treat a seriously ill friend." Xiao Yichen said sincerely, "It's just that we know nothing about Qingfeng Valley. If the old man can give us some advice, we will be very grateful."

The old man gave Xiao Yichen a meaningful look and said, "Saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. In this case, I will lend you a helping hand."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards the direction of Qingfeng Valley. "It's getting late, please follow me."

Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen looked at each other. Although they still had doubts in their hearts, they followed him.

Along the way, the old man remained silent and just led the way silently. Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen did not dare to ask more questions, but secretly raised their vigilance just in case.

I don’t know how long I walked, but suddenly an open area appeared in front of me. The moonlight shone down, illuminating an ancient wooden house.

"This is my residence, please come in." The old man pushed open the wooden door and motioned for the two to go in.

Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen walked into the wooden house and saw that the furnishings inside were simple, with only a wooden bed, a table and a few chairs.

The old man motioned for the two to sit down, then took out an exquisite wooden box from his arms, "Here is something that may be useful to you."

Chu Mengmeng and Xiao Yichen came forward curiously, and saw that the wooden box was opened. A jade pendant was quietly lying inside. A lifelike dragon was carved on the jade pendant, emitting a faint fluorescence.

"This jade pendant..." Chu Mengmeng was about to ask, but the old man waved his hand and said, "This item has a special origin, you will know it in the future. Now, I want to tell you a secret..."

The old man's eyes became deep and his tone became low, "Lin Yuxin's remaining followers are also lurking near Qingfeng Valley..."