Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 921 Scruples
Zhao Lei took the map, and a sense of mission surged in his heart. "We will not let everyone down, and we will move forward no matter what the road ahead holds."

"Okay! Then let us set out on the journey again, for light and for this world." Mo Yan raised his arm and shouted, and everyone responded, with the sound waves reaching the sky.

With a warm farewell, they set out on the road to the north. The sunshine and the crowd behind them gradually faded away, and what awaited them ahead was the unknown and challenges, as well as growth and miracles.

"Hey, have you heard? Those messengers of light have set out again, and this time their target is the mysterious ruins in the north!" An adventurer in the tavern shouted to his companions.

"Yes, I heard that the ancient power of light is sealed there, which is enough to change the world!" Another adventurer took over, with a longing light in his eyes.

"Hmph, a bunch of ignorant brats, do you really think you can save the world?" In the corner, a ragged man sneered with disdain in his tone, but there was a barely perceptible envy hidden deep in his eyes.

There was a lot of discussion in the tavern, and the legend of the Lightbringer was being spread in every corner. In the distance, a group of people were crossing the vast wilderness, each step was filled with determination and hope.

"Zhao Lei, the mark on this map points to an ancient ruin. What do you think is there?" Li Qianqian asked while riding on a horse, holding a map in her hand.

Zhao Lei narrowed his eyes and looked into the distance, and said in a deep voice: "Whatever it is, it is the key to our search for answers. Alan, does your research reveal anything about this place?"

Allen frowned and flipped through the ancient books he brought with him: "According to records, there was a city of light in the north, which was the center of the struggle between light and darkness in ancient times. If the prophecy is true, the key to balancing the two forces may be hidden there."

As they went deeper into the wilderness, the power of nature became wilder and wilder, and from time to time, rare and exotic animals spied on them, but Lin Feng's keen perception dispelled them one by one. Zhou Lili was always alert to her surroundings to prevent any potential invasion of darkness.

One evening, they camped next to an abandoned watchtower. Beside the campfire, Li Wenjing gently stroked the bowstring and looked at the starry sky tenderly: "Every time I look up at the starry sky, I feel that our journey has become one of the stars."

“Yes, every star is like a story, and our story is being witnessed by the world.” Zhao Lei’s voice was full of emotion, and the Key of Time in his hand flickered slightly, as if resonating with the stars in the night sky.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence of the night, and a panicked traveler rushed into the camp: "Help... Help! Dark creatures have attacked the nearby village, and we need your help!"

Li Qianqian stood up immediately, staff in hand: "Let's go! We can't let innocent people suffer."

Everyone quickly packed up their equipment and followed the traveler to the attacked village. The village was shrouded in fear at night, with flames and wailing intertwined. A huge dark beast was wreaking havoc, and the villagers were terrified, but they could do nothing.

"Everyone, get out of the way!" Lin Feng's arrow pierced the night sky, accurately hitting the dark beast's vitals, but only causing it to stagger a few steps. The dark beast turned around, roaring angrily, its eyes as terrifying as the abyss.

Zhou Lili chanted the spell quickly, and beams of holy light condensed into a net, binding the dark beast. Zhao Lei used the power of time to slow down the flow of time in the entire battlefield, buying precious time for his companions.

Alan saw this and his mind suddenly became clear: "I understand, light and darkness need to coexist harmoniously, rather than simply conquer each other!" He formed seals with his hands, and a beam of magic that balanced light and darkness hit the heart of the dark beast directly. The behemoth gradually dissipated, turned into starlight, and merged into the night sky.

The villagers gathered around, tears of gratitude: "Thank you, warriors of light! You are true heroes!"

Amid the gratitude and praise, the light messengers did not stay for too long. They understood that a greater mission was calling them. When they set out on their journey again, a child ran up to them and handed them a bunch of wild flowers: "Take this, it will bless you with a safe journey."

Li Qianqian took the flower and said with a smile: "Thank you, little one. One day, flowers of light will bloom in every corner of this land."

Admiration flashed in the child's eyes: "I will remember this and become a warrior like you when I grow up!"

Following the child's words, the figures of the messengers of light gradually faded away. Although their footsteps were heavy, they were full of determination. The scenery along the way kept changing, but the faith in their hearts never wavered.

"Look at these marks. They must be the remains of some ancient civilization." At the edge of a dense forest, Lin Feng squatted down and carefully observed the blurred marks on the ground. The surrounding trees seemed to be whispering, telling a long-ago story.

"If this is true, then the key to unlocking the secret of the Key of Time may be hidden here." Zhao Lei held the key item tightly, his eyes flashing with anticipation and curiosity.

"I hope we can find the answer instead of awakening the sleeping disaster." There was a hint of worry in Mo Yan's tone. His experience told him that ancient secrets are often accompanied by dangers.

While everyone was discussing, a strange buzzing sound suddenly came from the depths of the dense forest, making people uneasy. Zhou Lili looked around vigilantly, her fingers gently resting on the hilt of the sword: "Everyone be careful, something is wrong."

As they cautiously went deeper, a huge altar of light came into view. In the center of the altar was inlaid a dazzling gem, which was emitting a soft light, which was inexplicably connected to the northern light they were pursuing.

"Is this... the Heart of Light?" Li Qianqian murmured in disbelief. She felt a warm and powerful force slowly overflowing from the gem and resonating with the magic power in her body.

"Be careful, something is approaching." Alan warned, his eyes penetrating the dense bushes and catching an unusual shadow.

Before he finished speaking, a group of figures in black robes suddenly appeared. Their eyes were empty and cold, as if they were puppets controlled by darkness. "Guardians, the Heart of Light cannot be touched by anyone. It belongs to darkness." A black-robed man who seemed to be the leader announced coldly.

"We are not here to fight. We are here to protect this world from destruction." Zhao Lei took a step forward. The Key of Time in his hand heated up slightly, as if responding to the impending challenge.

“Protection? What a high-sounding excuse. You so-called messengers of light are nothing but dust in the long river of history.” The man in black robe smiled contemptuously and waved his hand. The dark elements around him seemed to respond to his call and began to gather.

A battle between light and darkness is about to begin. The villagers and passers-by watching are holding their breath. There is both fear and expectation in their eyes. The outcome of this battle will determine the fate of many people.

"No matter how history judges us, what we do today is for the future and for light!" Mo Yan raised his arms and shouted, his voice filled with unwavering strength.

The battle broke out quickly, and the forces of both sides collided fiercely. Every attack of the messenger of light shone with the light of hope, while the counterattack of the black-robed man was full of despair and coldness. In this ancient relic, the contest between light and darkness was vividly performed. Just as the battle entered a white-hot stage, the heart of light suddenly burst into a dazzling light, enveloping the entire battlefield. An ancient and sacred energy surged around Zhao Lei and others, strengthening their strength.

“This… this is…” The men in black robes stepped back in surprise. They felt an unprecedented threat. The power of darkness seemed so small in the face of light.

"It is unity and faith, it is the power formed by the light in all of our hearts!" Li Wenjing's voice echoed in the light, and the bow and arrow in her hand condensed into an arrow of light, which pierced the heart and broke the conspiracy of darkness.

As the last trace of darkness receded, light once again shone on the land. Everyone looked around and found that the man in black robes had disappeared without a trace. Only the Heart of Light was still lying quietly on the altar, shining with a gentle light.

"This is not just a victory, but also a proof of our faith in light." Zhao Lei stood in front of the Heart of Light, and the Key of Time gently touched the gem. Some subtle connection seemed to be established between the two, making his face appear more resolute in the interweaving of light and shadow.

Zhou Lili walked forward and asked softly, "This power...what are you going to do?"

Zhao Lei took a deep breath. "This power is too strong to be owned by an individual. We should find a way to ensure that it can be used to protect the world instead of becoming a new source of conflict."

Li Qianqian nodded in agreement: "That's right, maybe we should find a neutral place and build a safe haven, so that this Heart of Light can become a beacon to guide and protect the world."

"But don't forget that darkness is always lurking in the shadows, ready to come back at any time." Mo Yan reminded, looking around as if searching for possible threats.

"Yes, we need to make a plan to prevent it from happening." Alan continued, his eyes flashing with wisdom after careful consideration, "Also, we must find a way to contact other messengers of light and unite more forces to protect this continent together."

At this moment, a villager who had been rescued earlier came rushing over, his face full of awe and excitement: "Warriors of light, the old man in the village said that he has important information to give you, about an ancient prophecy..."

They followed the villagers back to the village. A white-haired old man was sitting by the campfire. When he saw them, a trace of relief appeared in his eyes. “For a long time, our family has been guarding a prophecy, waiting for the arrival of the messengers of light. The prophecy says that when the Heart of Light reappears in the world, five warriors with different powers will unite to uncover the secret of time and lead the world to true peace.”

The old man took out a worn parchment scroll from his bosom and slowly unfolded it. On it were complex totems and obscure words. "Here are the clues to the 'Gate of Time'. Only the true messenger of light can decipher and find its location."

Li Wenjing walked forward and looked at the scroll carefully, with a gleam in his eyes: "This...this text, I seem to be able to find similar records in my family tree. Could it be that all this is really arranged by fate?"

"Whether it's fate or choice, we have come to this point." Zhao Lei held Li Wenjing's hand and gave her a firm look, "We will face it together until the end."

As night fell, the messengers of light sat around the campfire and discussed their next action plan. Passers-by and villagers around them listened quietly, with shock in their eyes, but also hope and expectation.

"So, when do we set off?" Lin Feng asked, his voice calm and firm, his eyes filled with desire for the unknown.

"We will set off early tomorrow morning. Before that, let us rest for a night and accumulate strength." Zhao Lei announced, his voice echoing in the night sky like a declaration for the future.

"Get some rest and get ready, because tomorrow we are not only looking for the door of time, but also to open a new era." Li Qianqian added, her tone full of encouragement and confidence.

The villagers began to talk about it, their voices full of curiosity and admiration.

"Listening to what they say, it seems like they can really change the world."

"Yes, the power of the Heart of Light is so incredible, maybe they can really do it."

"I wish I could be a warrior like that and protect my homeland. What an honor!"

In such an atmosphere, the messengers of light also felt the weight of responsibility on their shoulders, but they had more vision and courage for the future.

The next morning, as soon as the first rays of light appeared in the sky, the messengers of light were ready to go. The villagers spontaneously gathered at the entrance of the village to bid them farewell, with blessings and expectations on everyone's face.

"Be sure to come back safely, warriors!"

"We will always be your strongest support!"

The child’s voice was especially loud: “Remember what you promised me, to make flowers of light bloom in every corner of the world!”

Li Qianqian smiled and waved at the child, feeling warm in her heart: "Of course we will, we won't let you down."

Embarking on the journey to find the Gate of Time, the Light Messengers are more determined with every step. They cross forests, mountains and rivers, encounter various difficulties and challenges, but always overcome them with each other's support. Along the way, their reputation gradually spreads, and they become the light of hope in the hearts of countless people.

Finally, on a moonless night, they followed the instructions of the parchment scroll and came to a hidden valley. In the valley, an ancient stone gate stood quietly, with the passage of time carved on it, as if telling endless stories.

"This should be the Gate of Time." Mo Yan stared at the stone gate with disbelief in his tone.

"But how do I open it?" Lin Feng looked around, trying to find a clue.

"Let's try it together and pool our strength." Zhao Lei suggested, and the Key of Time in his hand emitted a stronger light than ever before.