Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 873 Shadow

As their inner fortitude emerged, those shadows gradually faded and eventually disappeared.

"Well done, children." Elder Merlin's voice sounded again, "Remember, always believe in the light of your own soul."

They continued to move forward, and finally, a faint but firm light emerged from the end of the portal, which was the real entrance to the "Master"'s hiding place.

"We are here." Lin Feng, Xiaoya and Aiden stood side by side. There was no longer any confusion or fear in their eyes, only the belief that they would win.

When they crossed the last threshold, what appeared in front of them was a spacious rotunda hall. On the throne in the center, sat a figure wearing a black robe. His face was blurred, and only a pair of eyes exuded a cold light. , as if able to penetrate into the deepest secrets of the human heart.

"Welcome, defectors of light." The voice was hollow and cold, with an arrogance that was unparalleled.

"We are not here to listen to your story." Lin Feng took a step forward, pointing the tip of his sword directly at the opponent, "Today is the day you will be judged."

"Judgment?" The "master" chuckled, and the laughter echoed in the hall, as if he was laughing at their overestimation, "You are just a reflection of my past, how can you judge me?"

"This may have been the case in the past, but now, we represent not only ourselves, but all hearts that yearn for light." Xiaoya's words were full of power, and the arrows in her hands emitted a dazzling light, pointing directly at the heart of darkness.

"And me," Aiden added, no more hesitation in his eyes, "to redeem the sins of the past and for a bright future."

Just as the two sides were confronting each other, a burst of intense light erupted from the three people. It was a huge energy fluctuation caused by the collision of light and darkness, and the entire hall trembled.

"It seems that everything can only be determined by strength." The "master" slowly stood up, and the shadows gathered around him, turning into a huge shadow army.

"Then come, the showdown between light and darkness has been doomed from the beginning." Lin Feng responded in a deep voice, his sword already in hand, ready to face the coming storm.

Just when the battle was about to break out, a sudden change broke all assumptions. A ray of light that did not belong to light or darkness fell from the sky, illuminating the entire space. A gentle and deep voice sounded:

"Enough. Neither light nor shadow should be bound to eternal struggle. Finding balance is the supreme truth in the universe."

The figure of the "master" gradually faded in the light, and was replaced by a middle-aged man who looked ordinary but exuded a tranquil atmosphere. His eyes contained the wisdom and compassion of all things in the world.

"I am the Watcher of the Universe. The answers you seek cannot be obtained through fighting."

Lin Feng, Xiaoya and Aiden looked at each other, their hearts deeply touched. At this moment, they seemed to realize something more important than defeating the darkness - understanding, tolerance and harmony.

"So, where is the real road to peace?" Xiaoya's voice was filled with sincere questions.

"In everyone's heart." The watcher smiled, "Look for it, practice it, let light and darkness reach a balance in everyone's heart, and the world will naturally usher in true peace."

As the Watcher's words fell, the surrounding space began to collapse, and they returned to the real world. Members of the Alliance of Light and the residents of the town were anxiously waiting for their return.

"We are back." Lin Feng said softly, with new faith shining in his eyes.

"What did you bring back?" someone in the crowd asked curiously.

"There is something more important than victory." Xiaoya replied with a smile, she already had a clear direction in her heart.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of returning, a discordant voice rang out in the crowd: "Wait a minute, do you really think this is the end? Is darkness so easily conquered by light?" The speaker was a man in ragged clothes. , an old man with a haggard face, but his eyes are extremely bright, as if he can see into people's hearts.

Lin Feng frowned slightly. He did not expect such an episode, especially at this joyful moment. "Old man, what we bring back is not only the hope of victory, but also the understanding of peaceful coexistence."

The old man sneered disdainfully: "Understanding? Peace? Young people, you are too naive. The darkness will not disappear with a few empty words. It is hidden in every corner, ready to erode the light at any time."

The people around him began to talk, some looked horrified, some looked curious, and others were dubious. A young mother held her child tightly and asked nervously: "Is what he said true? Can we really not feel at ease?"

Xiaoya stepped forward with a calm but firm tone: "Old man, your concerns are not unreasonable, but it is precisely because of this that we need to persist in our faith, spread light, and help those who may be lost to find the right path."

"Hmph, what a person to spread light." The old man snorted coldly, and then he pulled out a slender wooden stick from his tattered sleeves. In the astonished eyes of everyone, the tip of the stick actually bloomed with a dark light, which was incomparable with the bright surroundings. The atmosphere is in sharp contrast, "If the darkness is so easy to defeat, then why should I warn you here?"

The crowd exclaimed one after another. Obviously, the old man's appearance and his words brought new uneasiness to this newly peaceful town.

Aiden narrowed his eyes, and his hand quietly reached for the weapon behind his back, but he did not take action immediately. Instead, he asked cautiously: "Who are you? Why do you appear at this moment and disturb people's hearts?"

The old man's eyes wandered among the three people, and finally settled on Aiden. He seemed to have seen something interesting. He slowly said: "It doesn't matter who I am. What's important is that I have experienced light and darkness countless times." Confrontation. I know that there is no absolute light, just as there is no eternal darkness. You defeated the guy who called himself the 'master', but you didn't know that the deeper threat still existed."

Xiaoya stared at the old man, her heart full of questions, but more of a sense of responsibility for the future: "No matter how big the threat is, as long as we have light in our hearts, there is nothing we can't overcome. Old man, if you really understand the darkness , why don't you join us and find a solution together?" The old man was silent, his sharp eyes seemed to be weighing something. After a long time, he finally sighed: "Maybe, I should give you a chance, and give it to myself. An opportunity. But remember, I only follow the truth.”

The crowd gradually became quiet, their eyes showing both fear of the unknown and a glimmer of new hope. Just when the atmosphere was delicate, a childish voice sounded: "Mom, is he the mysterious grandfather in the story? Will he teach the protagonist many powerful things?"

Everyone was amused, even the old man couldn't help but smile, and the atmosphere relaxed a lot. The old man gently touched the child's head and said slowly to everyone: "Child, you are right, everyone needs a mentor in their story. And my story may be to guide you to deeper exploration. "

With the end of this sudden episode, life in the small town seems to have returned to its usual rhythm, but a seed is planted in everyone's heart, about the exploration of the unknown, and thinking about the complex relationship between light and darkness. Lin Feng, Xiaoya and Aiden also understand that their journey is far from over, and the appearance of this mysterious old man undoubtedly adds a new chapter to their adventure.

After the crowd dispersed, Lin Feng turned to look at the setting sun and thought to himself: "No matter what challenges lie ahead, as long as we hold faith and walk hand in hand, one day we will find a true balance."

Xiaoya and Aiden looked at each other and saw the same determination in each other's eyes. They know that there are more mysteries waiting to be solved on this journey, but as long as there is light in their hearts, hope will always exist.

"So, where should we go to find the answer at the next stop?" Aiden asked softly, clenching his fists as if he was ready to face everything.

"Wherever there are doubts, there are our footprints." Xiaoya responded with a smile, her smile full of longing for the future.

Just as the three were about to discuss the next step of action in depth, the clock tower in the town suddenly sounded a rapid alarm, breaking the brief calm. The crowd gathered again, talking and looking panicked.

"What's going on? This alarm only sounds in times of crisis!" a town citizen asked loudly, and the faces around him were confused and uneasy.

"Everyone, please stay calm!" Lin Feng shouted loudly, trying his best to calm the crowd. His eyes darted around, trying to find the source of the alarm or any sign of anything out of the ordinary.

Xiaoya followed closely, the bowstring in her hand tightened, ready to deal with possible threats at any time. She whispered to Aiden: "This is not right. After the alarm, there should be instructions for the emergency assembly point, but now there is nothing."

Aiden nodded, thinking in his mind: "Indeed, there must be something hidden behind this alarm. We must find Elder Merlin quickly and ask about the situation."

Just as the three of them were about to leave, the mysterious old man appeared in front of them again, tapping the wooden stick in his hand on the ground, making a dull sound. "No need to look for it, the answer will come to you soon."

The crowd automatically made way for the old man, and his figure looked particularly lonely and mysterious under the setting sun. The old man looked up into the distance, as if he had foreseen the coming storm.

"What do you mean?" Lin Feng took a step forward and locked eyes with the old man.

"The tentacles of darkness are much deeper than you think. This time, it does not act alone, but has a new face and blends into your midst." As soon as the old man finished speaking, chaos and panic broke out in the crowd. spread across everyone's faces.

"Quiet!" Xiaoya raised her voice. Her command seemed to have incredible power, and the crowd gradually restored order. "What we need now is calmness and unity. Please trust us and we will handle it."

At this moment, a horrified cry pierced the sky: "Monster! There is a monster attacking the farmland to the east!"

The crowd exploded instantly, with cries and screams intertwined. Lin Feng, Xiaoya and Aiden exchanged a determined look, and then quickly ran towards the farmland. They know that the battle is coming again, and this time the enemy is more cunning and powerful.

When the three people arrived at the scene, they saw a huge monster that they had never seen before was wreaking havoc. Its skin was like solid iron and its eyes burned with an ominous red light. The fields were destroyed, several farmhouses were razed to the ground, and the farmers fled in all directions, creating a mess.

"What kind of monster is this?" Xiaoya exclaimed in a low voice. The arrow was already attached to the bowstring, but even she hesitated in the face of such an unknown creature.

"I don't know, but no matter what it is, we can't let it hurt innocent people." Lin Feng pointed at the giant beast with his sword, the tip of the sword shining with determination.

Aiden was observing the surrounding environment, trying to find the monster's weakness: "Although its movements are clumsy, its defense is amazing. We need to find its vital points."

While the three of them were discussing countermeasures, the old man on the side suddenly took a step forward, and the wooden staff in his hand gave off a faint light. "Look at that piece of land over there. Is there any difference?" Following the direction of the old man's finger, everyone discovered that a small piece of field was miraculously unscathed, as if there was some force guarding it.

"Yes, that position may be its weakness." Lin Feng quickly made a plan, "Xiaoya, you are responsible for attracting its attention; Aiden, we will outflank it from both sides and try to find an opportunity to attack it; as for this "Old gentleman, I hope you can protect yourself and provide support when necessary."

"Don't worry, I have my own sense of discretion." The old man smiled lightly, but an unknown light flashed in his eyes.

The battle began quickly, and Xiaoya's arrows accurately hit the monster's flank, successfully attracting its attention. At the same time, Lin Feng and Aiden quickly circled behind the monster like two bolts of lightning. As Lin Feng shouted loudly, his sword struck hard near the special piece of land marked before.

Suddenly, a dazzling light spurted out from the ground and hit the monster's body, causing it to roar deafeningly and its huge body crumbled. It turned out that there was an ancient seal hidden under that land, and the old man used this to guide them to find the key to defeating the monster.

As the monster fell to the ground, the crowd burst into cheers. However, amidst the celebrations, the old man slowly walked towards Lin Feng and the others, with a heavy tone in his voice: "This is just the beginning, a more powerful enemy is still behind. We must find the root cause and stop all this."

Lin Feng nodded solemnly. He knew that the road ahead was difficult, but he was even more determined in his heart: "No matter how difficult it is, as long as we fight side by side, there will be no difficulty that cannot be overcome."

Xiaoya looked around and said to everyone: "Tonight, let us celebrate this victory. Tomorrow, we will embark on a new journey to find the source of darkness and defend our homeland."