The path of the betrayed sky

## ** Chapter 14: The Trust Proof **

The Village of the Renegades was a place full of life, despite its humble appearance. Liang Feng and Mei Lin were taken to a large cabin in the center of the village, where leader Kang was waiting for them. The cabin was simple but well cared for, with animal skin rugs on the floor and a large table in the center.

"Sit," said leader Kang, indicating two wooden benches. - "Let's discuss your proposal."

Liang Feng and Mei Lin obeyed, sitting at the table. They knew this was a crucial moment, and they needed to choose their words carefully.

- "We need allies to face the shadow clan," - Mei Lin started, his calm and respectful voice. - "They are a threat to all of us, and if we do not come together, we will be destroyed one by one."

Leader Kang studied them for a moment, as if he tried to decipher his intentions.

- "And why should we trust you?" He asked finally.

Liang Feng stepped forward, his serious expression.

"Because we have been betrayed too. And because we know that if we do not unite, the shadow clan will destroy us one by one."

Leader Kang looked at him for a moment, before heading.

- "Okay. But before we decide, you need to go through a test."

Liang Feng and Mei Lin exchanged glances, feeling a wave of apprehension.

- "What kind of proof?" Asked Liang Feng finally.

Leader Kang smiled, but this time there was a challenge shine in his eyes.

- "You need to face the cave of souls. It's a dangerous place, full of pitfalls and spiritual beasts. If you can get out of there alive, they will prove that they are worthy of our trust."

Liang Feng looked at Mei Lin, feeling a new determination burn inside him. He knew this was a dangerous challenge, but he also knew he had no choice.

"Okay," he said finally. - "We accept."

Mei Lin waved his head, his serious expression.

- "We will do whatever is needed."

Leader Kang smiled, but this time there was a note of approval in his voice.

- "Well. The cave is beyond the mountains. You even have tomorrow's dawn to complete the race."

Liang Feng and Mei Lin left the cabin, feeling a wave of determination. They knew the way ahead would be difficult, but they also knew they were on the right track.

"Let's start," said Liang Feng, looking at the horizon.

They traveled the rest of the day, reaching the cave entrance at dusk. The cave was dark and sinister, with a thick mist that covered the entrance.

- "Ready?" Asked Mei Lin, holding his spiritual range.

Liang Feng waved his head, circulating the Qi in his body.

- "Let's go."

They entered the cave, feeling a wave of strange and disturbing energy. The cave was full of pitfalls and spiritual beasts, but Liang Feng and Mei Lin worked together as a team. He used his strength and aggressiveness as she complemented with her accuracy and strategy.

Finally, after hours of struggle and perseverance, they left the cave, unharmed and victorious.

Leader Kang was waiting for them at the entrance, his serious expression.

"You did well," he said finally. -"Welcome to Vila dos Renegados."