Rebirth and Reversal of Fortune

Chapter 127 Ancient Legends, Exploring Ancient Sites

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling carefully studied the manuscript and were deeply attracted by the ancient legends recorded in it.

Legend has it that long, long ago, the ancestors of the Marquis's family obtained a mysterious treasure. This treasure possessed magical powers, capable of ensuring the prosperity of the family for generations. However, the treasure also attracted the covetous eyes of evil forces, and a fierce battle for it erupted.

In the battle, although the Marquis's ancestors successfully repelled the enemy, they paid a heavy price. The treasure was thus cursed, and every few hundred years, the Marquis's family would suffer a great calamity. Only by finding a way to break the curse could the family continue to prosper.

"Could this be the crisis mentioned in the notes?" Su Jinxiu frowned.

Xiao Ling pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps this is just a legend, but since our ancestors left records, we cannot take it lightly."

They decided to delve deeper into the legend and search for possible clues.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling began to consult the family's ancient books and visit the elders in the family.

“I heard my grandfather mention this legend when I was a child, but only in passing,” said an elderly member of the clan.

They then inquired everywhere, searching for someone who might know the details of this legend.

During this process, they encountered all sorts of difficulties.

Some people avoided answering their questions, while others deliberately provided false information to mislead them.

"Why is everyone so reluctant to talk about this legend?" Su Jinxiu was very puzzled.

Xiao Ling analyzed, "Perhaps it's because there are some unspeakable secrets hidden behind this legend, or perhaps someone doesn't want us to find the truth."

Just when they were feeling lost, a mysterious old man appeared.

The old man was dressed in rags, but his eyes revealed profound wisdom.

"Are you searching for the truth behind the legend?" the old man asked.

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling nodded quickly.

The old man smiled slightly: "Come with me."

They followed the old man to a dilapidated temple.

The temple was filled with an old and worn atmosphere, and the murals on the walls were already blurred and indistinct.

The old man pointed to a mural and said, "This is the answer you're looking for."

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling carefully examined the mural and discovered that it depicted the scene of the Marquis's ancestors fighting against evil forces for treasure.

"But what does that prove?" Xiao Ling asked, puzzled.

The old man said slowly, "Look closely, there are clues hidden in the murals to break the curse."

Just as they were engrossed in studying the murals, a sudden commotion arose outside the temple...

After discovering clues in the murals within the dilapidated temple, Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling became even more determined to uncover the truth. They packed their bags and embarked on a journey filled with unknowns.

Along the way, they traversed dense forests, climbed steep mountain peaks, and encountered harsh weather and ferocious wild beasts.

"This road is really difficult to walk on." Su Jinxiu wiped the sweat from her forehead.

Xiao Ling comforted her, "Madam, hang in there a little longer, perhaps the truth is just ahead."

Finally, they arrived at the legendary site associated with the Marquis's treasure. Before them lay a desolate ruin, the crumbling walls appearing precariously broken by the erosion of time.

"Is this the place we're looking for?" Su Jinxiu looked at the scene before her, feeling somewhat disappointed.

Xiao Ling said, "No matter what, let's go in and take a look."

They cautiously entered the ruins, searching for any useful clues.

In a dilapidated stone chamber, they discovered some strange symbols and patterns.

“These symbols must have some meaning,” Xiao Ling thought as he studied them carefully.

Su Jinxiu was also helping out when she suddenly remembered some records in the journal.

"My husband, do you think these symbols are somewhat similar to those mentioned in the notes?"

Xiao Ling compared the two places and his eyes lit up: "Madam is right, it seems we've found the right place."

Just as they were getting excited, a sinister laugh suddenly came from the ruins.

"Haha, you've finally arrived."

Su Jinxiu and Xiao Ling looked around warily: "Who is it? Come out quickly!"

A dark figure slowly emerged from the darkness, its face obscured.

“You shouldn’t have come here. This is a cursed place,” the shadowy figure said.

Xiao Ling drew his sword: "Stop playing tricks here, tell me, who are you?"

The shadowy figure sneered, "I am the guardian of this place. Your arrival will only bring disaster."

As he spoke, the shadowy figure launched an attack on them.

Xiao Ling and Su Jinxiu engaged in a fierce battle with the shadowy figure.

"Madam, be careful!" Xiao Ling said, fending off the attacks from the shadowy figure while also concerned for Su Jinxiu.

Su Jinxiu was not to be outdone, and used her wisdom to find the shadowy figure's weakness.

After a fierce battle, they finally subdued the shadowy figure.

"Tell me, what secret is hidden here?" Xiao Ling pressed.

The shadowy figure remained silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Alright, since you're so insistent, I'll tell you. But you should know that knowing the truth isn't necessarily a good thing."

The shadowy figure began to recount a long-forgotten story...