Chapter 265

The sky gradually darkened, and the lingering glow of the sunset painted the entire valley in shades of golden-red. Lin Feng sat cross-legged within his cave dwelling, spiritual energy surging around him, clearly in a critical stage of his cultivation.

Since acquiring the ancient jade slip in the secret realm, his cultivation had advanced by leaps and bounds. However, the cultivation technique recorded in the jade slip was abstruse and difficult to comprehend, making every step forward exceptionally challenging.

Suddenly, a faint sound of footsteps came from outside the cave. Lin Feng sharply opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing and disappearing.

"Who's there?" His voice carried a hint of wariness.

At the cave entrance, a graceful figure slowly appeared. It was Su Xue'er, who had entered the secret realm with him. She held a food box in her hand, a gentle smile gracing her face.

"It's me, Brother Lin Feng," Su Xue'er said softly. "Seeing you cultivate so late, I brought you something to eat."

Lin Feng's tense body relaxed, and a trace of apology surfaced on his face. "Junior Sister Su, you've gone to so much trouble."

Su Xue'er entered the cave dwelling and placed the food box on the stone table. Inside were several delicate dishes and a pot of fragrant spiritual tea.

"It's nothing, Brother Lin Feng. Your cultivation is important; I just happened to pass by and wanted to check on you." She poured a cup of tea and handed it to Lin Feng. "These past few days, you've been busy trying to comprehend that jade slip, haven't you?"

Lin Feng took the teacup and nodded. "Yes, the records in the jade slip are indeed profound. I feel like I've touched upon some threshold but still can't fully grasp it."

Su Xue'er sat opposite Lin Feng, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes. "Brother Lin Feng, you must take care of your body. Cultivation is important, but excessive fatigue can be counterproductive."

Lin Feng felt a warmth in his heart; he knew Su Xue'er genuinely cared for him. In this world where the strong preyed on the weak, having such a friend was truly rare.

"I know, Junior Sister Su. Thank you." He picked up the teacup and took a small sip. The fragrant spiritual tea instantly permeated his senses, bringing with it a soothing power.

Outside, night had completely fallen, with countless stars twinkling and the silver moon hanging high.

Lin Feng knew that the path ahead was long, full of unknowns and challenges. But he was not alone. With the concern of his friend, he would walk forward with even greater determination.