Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 915 Journey

"Hmph, you overestimate your abilities." A gorgeously dressed noble young man snorted coldly, but the disdain on his face was not echoed by others, but instead attracted a burst of dissatisfied whispers.

"You can't say that," a big man with a simple face retorted, "Who doesn't have a dream? They are chasing the light in their hearts, and it's not something you and I can easily judge."

The noble young man's face froze, and he finally said nothing. He just looked at the team that was moving further and further away with complicated eyes, feeling mixed emotions.

"Speaking of which, who is that old man?" a young girl asked her friend beside her curiously, her eyes occasionally looking in the direction where Lin Feng and the others disappeared.

“I heard from the elders that there was a legendary figure who once explored the Shadow Land,” the young man lowered his voice, as if he was telling an ancient legend. “It is said that he almost touched the core secret of that land, but failed in the end.”

"Then why did he remind them?" the girl was puzzled.

“Perhaps, I see some of my past selves in them.” The young man sighed, “Or maybe, I hope they can fulfill their unfulfilled dreams.”

At this time, in the teahouse, the old man picked up a cup of hot tea, his eyes passed through the bustling crowd, and cast into the distance, where the five-colored light set off. "Young man, may your journey not only be to find answers, but also to find the light in your heart." He whispered in a low voice, with a faint smile on his face, as if at that moment, he also returned to his youthful and passionate age.

After Lin Feng and his group set out on their journey to the Shadow Land, they soon encountered their first challenge. A dense black forest blocked their way. The trees there were tall and twisted, and the sunlight could hardly penetrate the layers of branches and leaves. Even the air was filled with an oppressive atmosphere.

"This place...it feels like it's hard to even breathe." Zhou Lili frowned and looked around carefully.

"It is indeed full of dangers." Li Wenjing looked around and analyzed calmly, "But we can't stop because of this."

"Well, I remember that old man said that the test of the Shadow Land is more about the heart." Zhao Lei clenched his fists, and the fire in his eyes burned more vigorously. "As long as we keep the light in our hearts, nothing can stop us."

At this moment, a rustling sound came from the bushes, and then a monster that had never been seen before rushed out suddenly, its body covered with dark blue scales, and its eyes shining with strange light.

"Get ready for battle!" Chen Sui quickly assumed a defensive stance and signaled everyone to maintain formation.

"It seems that the welcome ceremony of Shadow Land has begun." Li Qianqian chuckled, with the bow and arrow in her hand already strung, ready to shoot at any time.

Just when the tense atmosphere reached its peak, an unexpected episode broke the deadlock. A seemingly ordinary squirrel suddenly jumped out of the woods, ran to the monster, and squeaked a few times. The monster actually lowered its head, as if it understood something, turned around and disappeared into the depths of the forest.

"This...what's going on?" Zhou Lili asked in surprise.

"Perhaps, everything here is beyond our imagination." Lin Feng put away his sword and thought, "Keep moving forward and stay alert."

They continued to go deeper, and every challenge made them understand more deeply what the old explorer said - the real enemy is the fear in one's heart. And between the five of them, through fighting together and supporting each other time and time again, the trust and unity were quietly growing.

Finally, when the setting sun dyed the sky a gorgeous purple, they arrived at the entrance to the Shadow Land. A huge stone gate stood before them, with intricate patterns carved on it, emitting a faint glow that seemed to be telling an ancient story.

"We are here." Zhao Lei looked at the stone gate, his tone filled with excitement and awe of the unknown.

"It's time to unveil the mystery of the Shadow Land." Li Wenjing took a step forward, stretched out his hand and touched the stone door.

The stone door slowly opened, and an ancient and mysterious atmosphere rushed towards them. The moment they stepped in, not only their bodies but also their souls felt an unprecedented shock.

"This...what kind of power is this!" Li Qianqian exclaimed, her eyes flashing with strange light, as if attracted by some mysterious power.

"It's really amazing. It feels like stepping into another world." Zhou Lili agreed, her face showing both excitement and a hint of nervousness.

As they go deeper, the surrounding environment begins to change. Their shadows stretch and shorten on the ground as light and shadow interweave, as if the space itself is talking to them. The voices of passers-by seem to still echo in their ears, inspiring them, but also reminding them of the burden on their shoulders.

"It seems that our story has spread everywhere." Lin Feng smiled, his eyes firm, "We can't let this expectation down."

Suddenly, a fork in the road appeared ahead. Three paths led to different directions, each full of unknowns and temptations.

"Choose, friends." Chen Sui looked around at everyone, "Three roads, perhaps representing three kinds of trials, we must face each one."

"I am willing to take this seemingly most difficult path." Zhao Lei pointed to a path surrounded by thorns, with an almost invisible end. "Only by breaking through the limits can we see our true self."

"I'll go with you." Li Wenjing said without hesitation. Her decision was full of trust in her companions and a challenge to herself.

"Then I'll choose this one. It exudes a familiar atmosphere." Zhou Lili walked towards the middle road, her eyes revealing determination.

"I will follow Qianqian. No matter where we go, we will illuminate each other's darkness." Lin Feng patted Li Qianqian on the shoulder. The two smiled at each other and chose the last foggy road.

"Remember, no matter what happens, our hearts are always connected." Before parting ways, the five people formed a circle and put their hands together, as if making a silent oath.

As they go deeper, their experiences begin to diverge. Zhao Lei and Li Wenjing face the dark creatures that keep emerging, and every battle makes them more resilient; Zhou Lili discovers the lost ancient wisdom on her way, and every realization purifies her soul; while Lin Feng and Li Qianqian solve one puzzle after another in the fog, and every collaboration deepens their tacit understanding.

"Look over there, there's light!" During the brief calm after a battle, Zhao Lei pointed at a faint light not far away and shouted.

"Is that... a fragment of light?" Li Wenjing narrowed his eyes. The light seemed to be guiding them forward.

At the same time, Zhou Lili stopped in front of an ancient stone tablet. The words on the tablet gradually lit up, conveying ancient wisdom: "True light comes from the eternal fire deep in the heart." Lin Feng and Li Qianqian found an ancient mirror at the end of the maze, which reflected their past struggles and growth, as well as their unswerving pursuit of light.

"We found it." After experiencing their own trials, the five people miraculously returned to the starting point at the same time. The fragments of light in their hands gathered into a bright beam of light in the air, illuminating the entire Shadow Land.

"So, this is the answer." Li Qianqian sighed softly.

"No, this is just a new beginning." Lin Feng corrected with a smile, his eyes penetrating the beam of light and looking into the distant future.

Just as they were immersed in the joy of victory, a deep and majestic voice echoed in the air: "Very good, young warriors, you have proved your worth. But the real challenge has just begun."

"Who is it?" The five people looked around vigilantly, but there was no one in sight.

"I am the guardian of this land and the leader of the next trial." The voice gradually became clearer and seemed to be approaching.

"Guardian? Please show yourself and let us talk face to face." Lin Feng stepped forward, sword in hand, but his words contained more respect than hostility.

A figure slowly walked out of the shadows, wearing a cloak, with his face deeply hidden by the hood. Only his eyes, as bright as stars, revealed the ancient wisdom and power. "You have collected the fragments of light, proving the light and courage in your hearts. The journey ahead will be the ultimate test of your wisdom and unity."

"Test?" Zhou Lili raised her eyebrows, her eyes flashing with curiosity and determination. "We are ready to accept any challenge."

The guardian nodded slightly, raised one hand, and a dazzling light condensed between his fingers. After the light dissipated, three ancient keys appeared. "These three keys correspond to the three forbidden areas in the Shadow Land. Each forbidden area contains powerful guardian beasts and ancient secrets. Only by unlocking these secrets and collecting all the treasures in the forbidden areas can you gain true power to fight against the coming darkness."

"The coming darkness?" Li Qianqian frowned, the bowstring in her hand tensed, her eyes showing both worry and determination, "Tell us how to stop it."

"The answer lies not in my mouth, but in your journey." The voice of the guardian echoed in the empty space. "Remember, power is not used to conquer, but to protect. Every step you make will affect the future of this land."

The five people looked at each other, and without saying anything, their determination and trust were flowing among them. They took the keys one by one, as if they had taken over a heavy responsibility and mission.

"We will succeed." Zhao Lei held the key tightly, fighting spirit burning in his eyes.

“Not only to solve the mystery, but also for the faces that are waiting for our return,” Li Wenjing added, with a gentle and firm tone.

Under the watchful eyes of the guardian, the five set out on their journey again. This time, their goals were clearer and their resolve was more resolute. Along the way, their actions and choices aroused more discussion and response from passers-by. Their names quietly spread among the people, becoming synonymous with hope and courage.

"Have you heard? Those five young adventurers are heading to the forbidden area of ​​Shadow Land to challenge the secrets that no one dares to touch."

"That's crazy. That's a place even the bravest warriors don't dare to set foot in."

"No, that's a true warrior. Not like some nobles who just sit in their castles and enjoy the comfort."

"If they succeed...will it really change our destiny?"

Amid the discussions, the figures of Lin Feng and his companions had disappeared on the horizon. Every step they took was treading on the unknown and danger, but the unquenchable fire in their hearts guided them to move forward courageously.

In a deep and winding cave, Zhao Lei and Li Wenjing faced off against a huge rock puppet, whose hard shell made every attack seem futile. "Concentrate your strength and attack it when it's unprepared!" Li Wenjing shouted. They worked together perfectly and finally found the puppet's weakness.

Zhou Lili was in an abandoned temple, facing illusions made of light and shadow, and each scene was a torture to her heart. But with her wisdom and courage, she deciphered the illusions one by one and obtained the inheritance of ancient wisdom.

Lin Feng and Li Qianqian were lost in an intricate maze, with deadly traps hidden in every dead end. They used their respective strengths to solve the maze's secrets, and finally stood in a room full of light, where an ancient book glowing with golden light lay, with "Source of Light" engraved on the cover.

Just as the five people each made a breakthrough and were preparing to gather together, the sky suddenly changed and dark clouds covered the earth, indicating that the real threat was about to come.

"Look, it's them! Those legendary heroes!" A passerby exclaimed in the distance, pointing his finger at the sky with a trembling hand. The crowd suddenly became excited, and the discussion surged like waves.

"Impossible, can they really resist that force?" A middle-aged man with a face full of doubt muttered to himself.

"Believe it or not, but I believe in them." A young girl next to her answered firmly, with admiration in her eyes. "After all, they have created so many miracles."

At this time, in a hidden valley, Lin Feng and the other five gathered together, the keys in their hands emitting a soft and mysterious glow. Their faces showed fatigue, but more of it was maturity and determination after going through hardships.

"I didn't expect that we actually did it." Li Wenjing stroked the key gently, her tone full of emotion.

"But this is just the beginning. The real battle is just about to begin." Zhou Lili said solemnly, her eyes sharp.

"That's right," Lin Feng raised the key in his hand and glanced at everyone, "We have no way back. We can only move forward. For the light, for every expectant look behind us."

"So, how do we distribute it?" Zhao Lei interrupted, his eyes full of fighting spirit.

"Based on our previous exploration, I think we should already have the answer in our hearts." Li Qianqian smiled gently, and her confidence infected everyone.

"Okay, it's decided then." The five people quickly reached a consensus, each holding a key, and prepared to act separately to go to the three legendary forbidden areas.

"Remember, no matter what we encounter, we are not alone." Lin Feng reminded before they parted. The five people put their hands tightly together and made a silent promise again.