Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 918 There is hope

"No matter what the road ahead holds, now that we have come this far hand in hand, there is no reason to look back." Zhao Lei clenched his fists, and his unwavering determination infected everyone.

"Indeed, we not only found the key, but more importantly, we discovered the courage and strength in our hearts." Lin Feng raised the Key of Time, and the light reflected on his resolute face, appearing particularly dazzling. "This key may lead us to prevent a disaster or unlock a huge secret of the world."

"It sounds like the legendary hero's journey, and we are the protagonists of the story." Li Qianqian smiled, but that smile was full of fearlessness and anticipation for future challenges.

At this moment, a gust of wind blew through the ruins of the temple, bringing with it the noise of the outside world, as if fate was calling them to step out of this ancient land and embark on a new journey.

"Let's go back and tell the world that change is coming." Zhou Lili put away the ancient book, her eyes shining with longing for the future.

The five people slowly walked out of the temple and set out on their journey again. This time, they were no longer explorers blindly pursuing fragments, but warriors carrying hope and shouldering a mission.

On the way, they met more people, and each of them looked at them differently:
"Look, those are the heroes who have collected the Key of Time!" A little boy pointed at them, his eyes full of admiration.

“I heard that they can change their destiny. It’s hard to believe.” A peasant woman discussed in a low voice, with a look of awe and doubt on her face.

"If this is true, then our world is saved." An old man clenched his cane, his eyes flashing with anticipation.

Amid such discussions and expectations, the five-member team gradually became a legend. Their names were passed on by word of mouth and became a symbol of courage and hope.

Back in the town where they started, everything seemed to have changed, yet nothing seemed to have changed. The townspeople gathered around them, looking at them with expectant eyes.

"Did you really do it?" a young girl asked courageously.

Zhao Lei smiled slightly and raised the Key of Time in his hand: "This is not just what we did, it is a common victory for all those who believed in and supported us."

"So, what happens next?" someone in the crowd asked.

Lin Feng looked into the distance, at the unknown and vast world, with an unprecedented sense of mission in his heart: "The real adventure has just begun. We will unveil the veil of time, protect this world, and prevent any tragedy from happening again."

Zhou Lili added softly: "We will find the answers and make this world a better place. But remember, no matter what happens, we are always together."

"Yes, we are in this together until the end of time." Li Qianqian's vow was like the breeze, gentle yet firm, which brought a warm feeling to the hearts of everyone present.

"Then let us witness this miraculous journey together!" Li Wenjing raised the ancient book in her hand, as if showing everyone the title page of the future chapter. It was blank, waiting for them to fill it with courage and wisdom.

"Let's go, friends!" Zhao Lei's voice resounded through the sky, inspiring the crowd like a horn, and also heralding the beginning of a new journey.

The five of them set out on a new journey, carrying the gazes and expectations of countless people. Each step seemed extremely heavy, but also full of infinite possibilities. As they walked away, the town gradually disappeared from sight, leaving only the words "The real adventure has just begun..." echoing in the air, arousing resonance in everyone's soul.

Along the way, all kinds of passers-by continued to witness their legend:
"See? Those are the brave warriors who can control time!" A traveler said excitedly to his companions, with undisguised envy in his eyes.

"Yes, I heard that they can not only change the past, but also predict the future." Another traveler continued, his tone mixed with amazement and a hint of disbelief.

"I really hope I can have that kind of power, even for just one day." A young apprentice looked up at the sky with a gleam of dreams in his eyes.

As the journey deepens, they encounter various challenges wherever they go. Sometimes it is a sudden natural disaster, sometimes it is the evil forces hidden in the dark, and sometimes it is the test of human heart. Every time, they can overcome the difficulties and move forward with wisdom, courage, and deep trust in each other.

During an accidental break, they sat around the campfire, the starry night sky adding a bit of tranquility and depth to this peaceful time.

"Looking back, we have come so far." Li Qianqian sighed, her eyes seemed to penetrate the flames in front of her and see scenes from the past.

"Yes, along the way, we have gained not only strength, but more importantly, an understanding of the world and ourselves." Zhou Lili nodded gently, her voice gentle and deep.

Zhao Lei patted the hilt of his sword and said with a smile: "Also, our friendship is stronger than anything else."

Raymond Lam gazed into the distance, the unknown skyline seemed to be calling them: "Although the road ahead is long and unknown, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible."

“Yes, no matter what difficulties we encounter, as long as we are united in heart, we can always find a solution.” Li Wenjing clenched the bow of light in his hand, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

Just as the five people were immersed in a warm and deep conversation, a discordant sound of wind broke the tranquility of the night. Lin Feng was the first to stand up alertly, with his sword unsheathed, pointing at a slowly approaching figure in the darkness.

"Who's there?" His voice was calm and majestic, and the air around him seemed to be solidified by tension.

A ragged old man walked out of the shadows, his eyes shining with an unusual light. "Young man, I have been following you for a long time." The old man's voice was hoarse and low, revealing the vicissitudes of life.

Zhao Lei stepped forward cautiously, standing between the old man and the crowd. "Who are you? What is your purpose in following us?"

The old man smiled slightly, revealing a bit of mystery: "Don't be nervous, my name is Mo Yan, and I am a fortune teller who travels around the world. The reason I came to you is because I saw your destiny in the trajectory of the stars."

"Our fate?" Li Wenjing asked curiously. Her intuition told her that this old man was not simple.

"That's right. The key to time you hold is the key to the future, but it is also the focus of chaos and balance. An ancient and powerful force is awakening. Its purpose is to seize the key in your hands and drag the world into eternal darkness." After these words came out, the five people looked at each other, and the atmosphere became more solemn. "Ancient power? Eternal darkness?" Li Qianqian murmured to herself. She could hardly imagine that terrible scene.

"What should we do?" Zhou Lili frowned. She knew they couldn't just sit there and do nothing, but how could they fight against such a powerful enemy?
Mo Yan's eyes flickered in the firelight, and he spoke slowly: "You must find the 'Heart of Light', which is the only artifact that can contend with the ancient power. But the Heart of Light is hidden very deeply. To find it, you will need to go through more difficult trials than before, and you may even... sacrifice yourself."

Hearing the word "sacrifice", the five people's expressions became serious, but no one backed down. Zhao Lei said firmly: "As long as it is for this world and for the people we love, there is nothing we dare not face."

The old man nodded with satisfaction. "Very good. This determination is your most valuable asset. I will guide you to the location of the first clue, but the rest of the way depends on you."

The next morning, the five people said goodbye to Mo Yan and set out on their journey again. Everywhere they went, they could feel the gazes around them getting hotter and the discussions of passers-by getting more heated:

"Look, they are setting off again, this time to find the 'Heart of Light'."

"Yes, I have heard of that ancient prophecy. If they succeed, we will have peace and light."

"But what if we fail? There will be endless darkness."

Amid the discussions and expectations of the crowd, the five people continued to move forward, leaving a new legend in the local area every time they solved a problem or overcame a challenge. Their faith became stronger and stronger, and the cohesion of the team reached an unprecedented level.

After months of traveling and exploring, they came to a forgotten ruins, where it is said that the clue to the Heart of Light is hidden. When they solved the last puzzle, a bright light rose from the center of the ruins, illuminating everyone's face.

"We found it!" Zhou Lili's voice trembled with excitement, and the ancient book in her hand emitted a faint resonance, as if celebrating it.

Just as they were preparing to face the next challenge, a familiar figure appeared at the entrance of the ruins. It was Mo Yan. "Time is running out. The power of the Heart of Light has been detected. You must leave immediately and head to the final trial site."

"The final trial ground?" Lin Feng frowned. He realized that the next challenge might determine the outcome of everything.

"Yes, there are the answers you are looking for, and it is also the intersection of your destiny." Mo Yan's voice was heavy, as if reminding them of the weight they were about to face.

"We will not retreat." Zhao Lei held the key of time tightly and said firmly, "No matter what kind of trial lies ahead, we will face it."

Just as the five of them were ready to follow Mo Yan's instructions to the final trial site, the sky suddenly darkened, dark clouds gathered, and thunder rumbled. An invisible sense of oppression enveloped the surroundings, as if the forces of nature were foreshadowing that an unprecedented challenge was about to come.

"It seems that the test is coming sooner than we expected." Li Wenjing stared at the sky nervously. The bow of light in his hand shone more dazzlingly, bringing a ray of light to the surroundings.

"Everyone be careful, unknown enemies may appear at any time." Lin Feng looked around vigilantly, turning the tip of his sword slightly, ready to deal with possible attacks at any time.

At this moment, the ground shook violently, and a huge stone pillar suddenly rushed out from the ground, aiming directly at the center of the five people. Zhao Lei reacted the fastest, pushing Zhou Lili away, but he was knocked away by the aftermath of the stone pillar and fell heavily to the ground, with blood dripping from the corner of his mouth.

"Zhao Lei!" Everyone exclaimed and rushed to his side.

"I'm fine... Don't worry about me, hurry up, we can't stay." Zhao Lei tried hard to get up, but it was obvious that he was seriously injured.

"What nonsense are you talking about? How can we move forward without you?" Li Qianqian's eyes were red as she spoke while bandaging Zhao Lei's wound with a simple bandage.

Mo Yan's face was solemn, and he whispered: "This is a test of your unity and will. The Heart of Light will not be easily touched, and we must be fully prepared."

Zhou Lili pulled out a thick ancient book from her bosom and anxiously flipped through it, hoping to find a way to deal with the crisis at hand. "It mentions here that the ancient ruins are surrounded by protective mechanisms. Those who trigger the mechanisms must endure the corresponding tests."

"A test...?" Zhao Lei smiled bitterly and tried to sit up. "It seems that I am the 'lucky one'."

"Don't say that, Zhao Lei. We are a team, your injury is our injury, we will find a solution together." Lin Feng's words strengthened everyone's heart.

At this critical moment, a gentle light slowly rose from the depths of the ruins, forming a vague figure. It was the illusion of an old man with a kind face, and seemed to be transformed by the power of the ruins themselves.

"Brave travelers, your unity and tenacity give me hope. But the real test has just begun." The old man's illusion spoke slowly, his voice echoing throughout the ruins. "It is not impossible to heal Zhao Lei's injury, but you need to prove that you are qualified to master the Heart of Light."

"Please tell us what to do!" Li Wenjing asked anxiously.

"In the deepest part of the ruins, there is a sealed gem, the 'Tear of Life', which can heal all pains. But to obtain it, you need to pass three trials, each of which will test your different abilities." The old man's illusion gradually faded, leaving only one sentence: "Time is running out, I wish you good luck."

The five people looked at each other without hesitation. They understood that this was not only about saving Zhao Lei's life, but also the key to whether they could move forward.

After going through the maze of wisdom, the test of strength and the test of heart, they finally found the "tear of life" emitting soft green light in the deepest part of the ruins. Carefully bringing it back to Zhao Lei, Zhou Lili gently placed it on Zhao Lei's wound, and saw the light flowing, and the wound healed quickly without even a trace of scar left.

"How do you feel?" Li Qianqian asked with concern.

Zhao Lei stood up, stretched his body, and said with a smile: "It feels like I'm reborn. My strength is back. Thank you, my friends."

"Now, nothing can stop us." Lin Feng clenched his fists, his eyes determined.

"However, there is one more thing." Mo Yan suddenly said, "Before we go to the final trial site, I must tell you a truth. The reason why I can accurately predict it is because there is an inexplicable connection between me and that ancient power..."