The Heavenly Demon of Terror-Chapter 275: The Lost Artifact of Wuyi

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[System Notification]

New Quest Unlocked!

Quest Title: The Lost Artifact of Wuyi

Objective: Retrieve the Lost Artifact of Wuyi, a legendary treasure believed to be hidden deep within the Wuyi Mountain Range. It is said to contain the power to enhance the wielder's abilities tenfold.

Location: Hidden Cavern, Wuyi Mountain Range

Quest Level: S

Status: Active

Time Limit: 72 hours

Rewards:

Artifact of Wuyi – A legendary item with immense power.

Exclusive Skill: Arcane Surge – Temporarily boosts all stats by 100% for 30 minutes.

Would you like to accept this quest?

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As I stared at the glowing notification in front of me, a small frown creased my brow.

Another quest? And one with such a high threat level?

I'd only just stepped away from one chaotic situation and now, out of nowhere, came a challenge that seemed far more dangerous.

The Lost Artifact of Wuyi wasn't something I had ever heard of before, though it sounded like a relic of immense power—just the kind of thing I'd need to prepare for the greater threats looming over me.

I scanned the details quickly. Wuyi Mountain Range... it was right near where I had just come from, not far from the restaurant I'd just dined at.

But the most striking part was the "S" level quest. That meant this artifact wasn't just a treasure; it was dangerous, and whoever had hidden it had gone to great lengths to protect it.

The reward, however, was too tempting to ignore. The Arcane Surge skill alone would be invaluable for the upcoming battles I would face, and I could feel the weight of its potential in my bones.

I exhaled, rolling my shoulders as I weighed my options.

The King of Beasts couldn't afford to hesitate.

"Yes," I said aloud, my voice steady. "I'll accept."

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The system beeped in acknowledgment, and the notification faded away. The path was set.

I stood up from the bench outside the restaurant, my mind already focusing on the next step. The Lost Artifact of Wuyi could be the key to unlocking even greater power. But finding it wouldn't be easy. There were no free rides in this world, and if the legend was true, the caverns and the mountain range were filled with dangerous creatures, traps, and possibly even other hunters.

But nothing was ever handed to someone like me.

I grinned slightly. This would be another challenge to conquer.

I stretched, feeling the tension from the previous fight still lingering in my muscles. I'd head back to Wuyi Mountain—again—and find this artifact. Maybe it would bring me closer to the strength I needed to deal with the Tyrant Alpha Beast, or perhaps there was even more to it than met the eye.

Either way, it was time to get to work. The quest awaited, and I was always ready for the next challenge.

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After confirming my acceptance of the quest, I pushed myself off the bench, the cool night air brushing against my face. The bustling city around me began to fade into the background as I refocused on the path ahead.

I glanced up at the towering buildings that loomed over the street, their bright neon lights flickering in the distance. For a moment, I thought about the people I'd just helped. The children who had found safety, the victims saved from the Nightcrawlers. It seemed almost trivial compared to what was ahead, but even the smallest good deeds counted. Still, the weight of the upcoming journey pressed heavily on my chest.

Wuyi Mountain Range.

The name itself had an ancient ring to it, as if it carried more history than anyone knew. Legends swirled about the place, some claiming it to be a sacred ground, others whispering of horrific beasts that roamed its dense forests and jagged cliffs. Either way, it was a place where death could easily find you, and only the strong could survive.

I knew my next destination, but I wasn't going there unprepared. The Artifact of Wuyi was a legendary object with abilities that had made even the strongest fear it. If the quest was of the S-level, I couldn't afford to be reckless. This wasn't a battle against some overgrown beast or a rogue warlord—it was a test that would push every part of me to its limits.

I pulled up the map on my system screen and zoomed in on the location of the Hidden Cavern in the Wuyi Mountain Range. The location was marked clearly now that I'd accepted the quest. It wasn't far from the main range, deep within the mountainous landscape where the terrain became treacherous.

I checked my stats and inventory.

[Status Window]

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Name: Owen Yates

Title: The Alpha Beast

Race: Transcendent Human (Beast-Heart Awakened)

Level: 190

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Combat Techniques:

1. King's Maul

2. Feral Blitz

3. Ironhide Burst

4. Savage Dominion

5. Heavenbreaker Fang

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Magical Abilities:

6. Spirit Howl

7. Earthsplitter Pulse

8. Moonlit Regeneration

9. Wild Binding

10. Stormclaw Manifest

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Unique Skills:

11. Beast King's Authority

12. Bloodborne Evolution

13. Wild Soul Pact

14. Loyal Pack

15. Memory of Past Lives

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I smiled, noting that my abilities were impressive as ever. With everything I had, I should be more than capable of handling whatever I encountered, but this quest felt like something different. Something that would push me far beyond even my current limits.

I could feel the familiar thrill of anticipation growing inside me. The Bloodborne Evolution skill had saved my life more times than I could count, but this artifact might very well hold the key to something more—a power I couldn't even fully comprehend yet.

I decided to stop at a nearby shop to prepare for the journey. My instincts told me to grab more supplies—potions, food, gear. And maybe something to keep the cold out once I reached the high altitudes of the mountain. There was no room for mistakes in a mission like this. I needed everything in order, and every inch of preparation counted.

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As I made my way through the streets to a nearby supply shop, the city felt quieter now. The people around me were unaware of the impending dangers I was about to face, but it didn't matter. This was my burden to carry.

Entering the small shop, I was greeted by the scent of old wood and various herbs hanging from the ceiling. A woman behind the counter looked up, her eyes narrowing slightly as she sized me up.

"I don't suppose you're here for just any run-of-the-mill gear, are you?" she asked, her voice smooth, almost knowing.

I raised an eyebrow, taking a few steps forward. "You've got something for a mountain expedition?" I asked, already scanning the shelves for anything useful.

The woman's eyes flashed with recognition, and she nodded. "You'd be wise to prepare well. The Wuyi Mountain Range is no place for the faint-hearted, especially not now."

She pulled out a small, weathered book and slid it toward me. The title read: Legends of Wuyi. "This will help you understand the place, and maybe even guide you to the artifact you seek."

I picked up the book, flipping through a few pages. There were sketches of strange creatures, temples lost to time, and mentions of the Artifact of Wuyi, but no solid information. Just more legends.

"I'll take this, and some supplies," I said, nodding toward the counter. "Anything else that could help me?"

She smirked slightly. "You're asking the right questions, but you may find that the true test of your strength lies not just in your body or weapons. Wuyi tests the spirit. If your heart isn't in it, the mountain will take everything."

I paused, studying her face, but she said no more. Instead, she packed the supplies, adding in a few extra things for good measure. Some herbal potions, climbing tools, and even a map of the range.

I nodded in thanks, paid for the items, and left the shop.

The quest was set. I'd prepared everything I could, but I could already feel the weight of it all pressing down.

The Wuyi Mountain Range awaited. I wouldn't back down now.

Time to move.