Even women who travel through time can become prime ministers and nobles.

Chapter 54 Hidden Immortal Herb in the Clouds

Shi Wanxia stood by the pool, her gaze fixed firmly on the calm water. She had been searching here for a long time, convinced that there must be a way out beneath the pool. Taking a deep breath, she jumped into the icy water without hesitation.

The moment she entered the water, a bone-chilling cold washed over her, and Shi Wanxia couldn't help but shiver. But she didn't back down; instead, she quickly adjusted her posture and began searching for eddies at the bottom of the pool. Her body moved lightly in the water, her hands constantly feeling for the surrounding stone walls and the bottom.

Time ticked by, and Shi Wanxia's strength gradually waned. But she didn't give up, persisting relentlessly in her search. Finally, through her efforts, she found a whirlpool.

Shi Wanxia was overjoyed and immediately swam towards the whirlpool. Her body was drawn in by the whirlpool's force, spinning continuously. But she didn't feel afraid; instead, she felt a strange excitement.

As the vortex grew stronger, Shi Wanxia's body was drawn into it. She felt as if she had entered a mysterious passage, and everything around her became blurry.

After an unknown amount of time, Shi Wanxia finally broke free from the whirlpool. She surfaced, gasping for breath. She found herself in an unfamiliar place.

Shi Wanxia carefully wrung out the water from her clothes and hair, the droplets splashing onto the ground with a crisp sound. As she walked, she curiously surveyed this mysterious place. Faint light emanated from the surrounding mountain walls, allowing her to barely make out her surroundings.

To her astonishment, she discovered that the rocks on the mountainside were covered with crystals of various colors and shapes. These crystals shimmered with a mesmerizing light in the dim light, some as dazzling as stars, others as dreamlike and enchanting.

They come in a variety of colors, including crystal-clear white, deep and mysterious blue, and vibrant and dazzling red.

Shi Wanxia couldn't resist reaching out to touch the crystals, feeling their smoothness and coolness. She gently stroked the surface of the crystals, as if touching a miracle of nature.

She continued walking along the mountainside, admiring the beautiful crystals. Immersed in this wondrous world, she forgot where she was and the passage of time.

"It's a pity I can't take so many crystals with me, otherwise I would definitely be rich. This must have been formed by a unique geological environment."

Shi Wanxia followed the light source for a long time before stopping at a cave entrance. Looking at the cave inside, which emitted a faint purple-pink light, she felt both curious and a little scared.

She swallowed hard, mustered her courage, straightened her chest, and cautiously entered the cave.

A mysterious atmosphere permeated the cave, and strange lights shimmered on the walls, making it feel like a dream world.

As Shi Wanxia's eyes gradually adjusted to the darkness, she saw a large stone slab deep in the cave, with several strange flowers growing on it.

These flowers exude a captivating fragrance, and their petals display vibrant colors, appearing even more beautiful and enchanting under the illumination of a purplish-pink light source.

Shi Wanxia approached the stone slab and carefully observed the flowers. She noticed that these flowers were different in shape from ordinary flowers; their petals were longer and thinner, and their stamens were more unusual.

Shi Wanxia was captivated by the beauty of these flowers, and she couldn't resist reaching out to touch the petals. The petals were soft and smooth, and the touch was very comfortable.

She gently picked a flower, held it to her nose, and smelled it. The fragrance was delightful and made her feel relaxed and happy.

Shi Wanxia carefully picked the flower. She was surprised that the flower, which was glowing, could still emit a faint light after being dug up. She wondered what its purpose was. She held the flower tightly in her hand and looked at the cave for a long time.

In the corner, a large, red, hexagonal crystal was exceptionally beautiful, and Shi Wanxia couldn't resist the temptation. She crouched down and painstakingly dug it out with stones from the ground, finally managing to retrieve it after a long time. She then placed it in her coat's bag. Luckily, her hiking jacket bag was large enough.

After picking the flowers and crystals, Shi Wanxia continued to grope her way out of the maze-like paths. These paths were intricate and interconnected, leaving her feeling utterly lost. She walked on and on, her steps growing heavier and heavier, and the weariness in her heart gradually intensifying.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, Shi Wanxia found herself back where she started. A wave of despair washed over her, as if she were trapped in an endless loop. Sweat soaked her clothes, and her breathing became rapid.

Exhausted from walking, Shi Wanxia leaned against the wall, panting heavily. She looked up at the sky, her heart filled with helplessness and confusion. She didn't know how to find her way out, nor how much longer she could hold on.

After resting for a while, Shi Wanxia rallied. She decided to stop wandering aimlessly and instead carefully observe her surroundings, looking for clues.

She began to pay attention to the direction of the road, the markings on the walls, and the surrounding scenery, hoping to find some patterns.

Shi Wanxia took a deep breath and embarked on her journey to find a way out once again. She told herself that she couldn't give up, that she had to persevere, and that she believed she could definitely get out of this maze.

Shi Wanxia collapsed to the ground, exhausted, panting heavily. She had been wandering in this maze for a long time but still couldn't find a way out. She felt desperate and helpless, not knowing what to do.

After resting for a long time, Shi Wanxia's strength gradually recovered, but she still felt that finding her way in the maze was unreliable. She remembered the pool she had seen earlier and thought that perhaps starting from there would lead to new discoveries.

To prevent the flowers from falling, she carefully put them into her coat pocket and then jumped into the pond.

The water in the pool was cold, but Shi Wanxia did not back down. She took a deep breath, submerged herself, and began to explore the bottom of the pool.

She discovered a passage at the bottom of the pool, seemingly leading to the depths of the maze. Shi Wanxia was overjoyed and swam along the passage, hoping to find a way out.

The tunnel was dark, and Shi Wanxia could only grope her way forward. She didn't know how long she had been swimming, only that she felt her oxygen was running out.

Just when she was about to despair, she saw a glimmer of light ahead. She swam desperately toward the light and finally surfaced.

Shi Wanxia found herself in an unfamiliar place, which seemed to be the exit of a maze. She excitedly climbed ashore and breathed in the fresh air.

She looked back at the pool, her heart filled with gratitude. If she hadn't started with the pool, she might never have found her way out.

Shi Wanxia picked up the flower from her coat pocket, looking at it still as vibrant as ever, and her heart filled with joy. She knew that this flower was her reward in the maze, and also her motivation to persevere.

Shi Wanxia found herself in a mysterious and strange place, feeling herself sinking deeper and deeper. Her surroundings aroused her curiosity, yet filled her with doubt.

She looked up, and the sight above sent a chill down her spine. It seemed to be a cold world, a stark contrast to where she was. Conversely, the water in the pool she touched was warm, which puzzled her greatly.

Shi Wanxia tried to figure out the temperature difference in the cave, but her thoughts were in turmoil. She wondered if it was some kind of natural phenomenon, or a secret hidden in this place.

She continued her exploration in the water, feeling the interplay of hot water and the cold air above. The dim light in the cave made her exploration even more difficult. She swam cautiously, hoping to find some clues to unravel the mystery.

Shi Wanxia was filled with curiosity and unease. She didn't know what discoveries and challenges this strange place would bring her. But she decided to continue onward, exploring this mysterious cave and searching for answers.