Chapter 600: Southern Sun Fire
The secret passage extended deep, almost reaching the heart of the mountain.
The deeper they went, the hotter it became. It felt as if a miniature sun lay within, scorching everything in its path.
Even with spiritual power circulating to shield their bodies, both of them were drenched in sweat.
Up ahead, the red glow grew increasingly intense.
This was a deep crimson flame, unlike anything Qin Sang had ever seen. It held not even a trace of impurity.
What startled him most was the divine and majestic aura radiating from the flames. There was an indescribable holiness that stirred a sense of reverence in his heart.
In a daze, Qin Sang thought he saw a divine bird bathing in the fire. It was stunningly graceful, with a detached gaze that looked down upon all things.
The flickering tongues of flame at the edges resembled sorrowful feathers, delicate and tragic.
It truly felt as if an ancient divine bird resided within.
"Could this be demon fire?"
Qin Sang turned to Wandering Man, shock written all over his face.
Wandering Man appeared to be searching for something, his gaze shifting back and forth. Upon hearing the question, he nodded and replied, "It could be the Southern Sun Fire, said to be the true natal flame of the legendary sacred beast, the Vermilion Bird. According to legend, this fire can burn through all things. Some say it appears white, while others believe it to be red, like the Vermilion Bird’s feathers. Whether this truly is the Southern Sun Fire is impossible to confirm. No one has ever seen the Vermilion Bird for themselves. Still..."