Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 932 Team Test
As they approached step by step, the runes around the furnace began to glow, and an ancient and powerful force gathered in the air. Suddenly, an illusory figure gradually condensed in the flames. It was a warrior wearing a flaming cloak, holding a huge sword, with a serious and majestic face.

"Long time no see, follower of light." The voice of the flame warrior was full of vicissitudes, as if it had come across countless years. "I am a warrior who once protected this land. Now my soul is with the flame, waiting for your arrival."

"We are here to take the test, to fight against the Lord of Shadow Realm." Zhao Lei took a step forward, the Ring of Light glowing faintly on his fingertips, as if responding to the warrior in front of him.

"Very good," the Flame Warrior nodded, "Then let me see if you are qualified to harness the power of fire. Here, there is a challenge that I failed to complete in my lifetime, a choice about faith and sacrifice. You must find the answer in the trial of fire."

As soon as the words fell, the ground began to shake, and the center of the furnace cracked, forming a bottomless fire pit. The flame warrior raised his hand and waved, and four balls of flames of different colors flew towards Zhao Lei and the other four.

"Red flames represent passion and courage; blue flames symbolize calmness and wisdom; green flames contain vitality and recovery; purple flames imply mystery and change." He explained, "Choose the flame in your heart and use it to light the way ahead. Remember, your choice will determine your future."

Faced with this sudden test, the team members looked at each other in bewilderment, but soon, they each found their own answer. Zhao Lei stretched out his hand, and the red flame jumped in his palm, echoing his firm eyes; Zhou Lili chose the blue flame, and her deep eyes revealed calm thinking; Li Qianqian's green fire gently surrounded her, as if telling of respect and cherishment for life; Sai Lin merged with the mysterious purple flame, showing his hidden wisdom.

"Our choice has been made, what next?" Zhou Lili asked.

"Merge your flames into the furnace and accept the true test." There was a hint of relief in the Flame Warrior's voice.

As they acted as they were told, the four-colored flames gathered in the furnace, producing a dazzling light. At that moment, the furnace seemed to come alive, and an indescribable power gushed out from it, enveloping them.

"Remember, Son of Light," the Flame Warrior's figure gradually faded, leaving only one sentence echoing in the air, "True power comes from inner choice and persistence. After passing this trial, you are one step closer to defeating the Lord of Shadow Realm."

When the light faded, the team members looked at each other, their eyes sparkling with the determination and faith that came with growth.

"No matter how many difficulties there are in the future, as long as we are together, the light will always illuminate the way forward." Zhao Lei said with a smile, his tone full of confidence.

"Indeed, every challenge is a test for us, and also a proof of the deepening bond between us." Zhou Lili tightly grasped the staff, her face filled with an indomitable will.

"We have experienced the bitter cold of ice and snow, and the scorching heat of fire. Next, no matter what kind of trial it is, we will move forward fearlessly." Lin Feng nodded heavily, and the tip of the sword lightly touched the ground, sparking a burst of sparks, as if in response to his words.

"And I, a wandering traveler, am honored to fight alongside you along the way." The traveler smiled slightly, his eyes flashing with longing for an unknown journey.

"We are messengers of light and lights in the darkness. As long as faith persists, hope will always exist." Serin whispered softly, his staff emitting a soft light that warmed everyone's heart.

"Okay, guys, now is not the time to feel sentimental. We have to keep moving forward." Zhao Lei clapped his hands, interrupting the slightly heavy atmosphere. "Who knows what secrets and challenges are hidden in the depths of the Land of Fire?"

"You're right. Time waits for no one. We'd better act as soon as possible." Li Qianqian took the lead, and green fire circled, illuminating the road ahead for the team.

They walked along the complex runes around the furnace, and every step they took seemed to be a dialogue with the ancient power of this land. The surrounding flame patterns quietly changed under their feet, guiding them through the maze-like passages and directly to the core of the Fire Land.

As they passed through a narrow crack in the rocks, the view suddenly opened up and a huge cave appeared before them. In the center of the cave, an ancient altar stood quietly, with a dazzling gem inlaid on it, emitting a soft but invisible light. That was the Heart of Light.

"This...is the Heart of Light?" Zhou Lili was surprised, but more so, she was in awe.

"It seems that we have found the right place." Zhao Lei stared at the Heart of Light, feeling an inexplicable excitement in his heart.

"But there are no guards around the Heart of Light. This is very unusual." Lin Feng looked around vigilantly and tightened his grip on the sword.

"No, there are plenty of guards here." Serin pointed to the four corners of the cave. Four phantoms formed by flames gradually condensed, representing the four elemental guards of red flame, blue flame, green fire and purple flame.

"Only those with pure hearts and who have passed true tests can approach the Heart of Light." A deep voice echoed in the cave. It was the soul of the fire warrior from before.

"It seems that we still have one last hurdle to overcome." The traveler chuckled, without any fear in his eyes.

"Get ready for battle, friends." Zhao Lei raised the Ring of Light, which shone brightly and infused everyone with infinite courage.

Facing the challenge of the elemental guards, they are no longer fighting alone. Zhao Lei's red flames turned into sharp sword qi, cutting off the enemy's offensive; Zhou Lili's blue flames condensed into a shield of wisdom, cleverly defending and counterattacking; Li Qianqian's green fire healed the wounds of her companions and gave them new strength; Serin's purple flames were unpredictable and put the enemy in trouble. And the traveler, at the critical moment, always used his deep understanding of nature to bring a turnaround for the team.

After a fierce battle, the elemental guards disappeared one by one, their recognition turned into points of light and merged into their respective flames, making the power of the flames stronger and purer.

When the last guard disappeared, the light of the Heart of Light became brighter, as if it was conveying some message to them.

"The Heart of Light has recognized us." Zhao Lei slowly walked towards the altar, stretched out his hands and gently touched the Heart of Light. A warm and powerful force instantly surged into his body, and his Ring of Light also emitted an unprecedented bright light.

"I feel it. This is the power of light. It is the key to defeating the Lord of Shadow Realm." Zhao Lei turned around, his eyes filled with unprecedented determination.

"Next, we just need to follow the guidance of the light and head to the final battlefield." Zhou Lili's words were like a declaration, filling everyone's hearts with determination.

"So, guys, let's head towards the final victory!" Zhao Lei announced loudly. His voice echoed in the cave, inspiring the fighting spirit of everyone in the team.

Just as they were about to leave, the soul of the Flame Warrior appeared again. This time, his figure was brighter, as if he had accomplished an important mission. "Followers of light, may the light be with you. Remember, true power lies not only in weapons or magic, but also in the faith and love in your hearts."

As the figure of the fire warrior completely disappeared, the group embarked on a new journey. Behind them, the door to the land of fire slowly closed, leaving behind a series of firm footsteps and infinite expectations for the future.

"No matter what the road ahead holds, with you by my side, nothing is impossible." Li Qianqian said softly, her smile full of trust in the team.

"Yes, as long as we join hands, light will eventually illuminate every corner of the world." Zhao Lei responded, his words full of confidence and longing for the future.

Just as they were about to step out of the cave and embark on the next adventure, a low and majestic voice suddenly sounded in their minds, like an ancient echo, shaking every heart.

"The Lord of Shadow Realm knows your whereabouts, children. The road ahead will be more dangerous than ever before."

The team members exchanged glances, which were full of vigilance against the unknown and unyielding will.

"Now that we have come this far, there is no reason to turn back." Lin Feng gripped the hilt of the sword tightly and said firmly.

"Yes, no matter how powerful the enemy is, we have the Heart of Light to guide us." Zhou Lili's eyes were firm, and the blue flame on the staff jumped, as if to confirm her words.

At this moment, a gust of wind blew in from outside the cave, bringing with it a breath that did not belong to the Land of Fire. A ragged passerby suddenly appeared in front of them, with a look of surprise and envy in his eyes.

"You...are you really followers of light? I've heard many legends about you, saying that you can control fire and get recognition from ancient warriors." The passerby seemed a little excited, with disbelief in his voice.

"We are just doing our part to protect this world from the shadows." Zhao Lei answered gently, his red flames gently circling his fingers, but it did not give people a sense of oppression.

"It's amazing! I'm from a nearby village. Ever since the shadow of the Lord of the Shadow Realm covered the earth, our lives have no peace. You are our only hope." Tears flashed in the eyes of the passerby, and his words were full of expectations.

"Don't worry, we won't let anyone down." Li Qianqian walked forward, her green fire gently surrounding the passerby, bringing him a touch of warmth and comfort.

“I hope you can really do it… After all, even the high walls of the royal city have been eroded by darkness. It is said that even the most powerful knights cannot resist that force.” The passerby murmured to himself with a complicated expression.

This sentence was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples. The fall of the royal city was undoubtedly shocking news to the entire team, and everyone fell into a brief silence.

"Then, we have even less reason to stay." Serin broke the silence, with purple flames swirling around him, appearing even deeper and more mysterious. "We must speed up our pace, rescue the Royal City, and prevent the Lord of the Shadow Realm from further aggression."

"That's right. Now is not the time to be in shock." Zhao Lei regained his determination. "Everyone, get ready. Our destination is the Royal City."

With the mutual encouragement of the team members, they stepped out of the land of fire and embraced a more uncertain future. The flames behind them seemed to be seeing them off, flickering with hope.

On the way, they met more and more people, some of whom were amazed at their deeds, while others were inspired to fight against the darkness by their arrival. The eyes and words of these passers-by became another kind of motivation for them to move forward.

"Look, it's them! The legendary followers of light!"

"Really? They look like just a bunch of ordinary people."

"No, look at their aura, it's definitely extraordinary. Perhaps our hard days are really coming to an end."

There were many conversations, some of which were about admiration for the followers of light, some about suspicion and curiosity. But in all these discussions, Zhao Lei and his team remained silent, because they knew that the final answer would be written by action.

Just as the day was coming to an end and night was about to fall, they stopped in a barren field. In the distance, the outline of the royal city was looming in the sunset, shrouded in a layer of haze.

"Tomorrow, we will face the biggest challenge." Zhao Lei looked towards the direction of the royal city, his eyes showing both determination and imperceptible worry.

"No matter what the outcome is, at least we are together." Zhou Lili walked to his side, gently held his hand, and gave silent support.

"Yes, the light is with us." Lin Feng, Li Qianqian, Serin and the travelers responded one after another. They formed a circle and put their hands on each other's shoulders, as if they were taking an oath or praying.

"Well, see you tomorrow, my friends." The traveler said softly, his eyes flashing with complex emotions of anticipation and reluctance for this adventure.

As the night deepened and the stars began to adorn the sky, the team members rested and prepared for the upcoming decisive battle. While they were sleeping, a meteor streaked across the sky, as if foreshadowing the arrival of change.

The next morning, the first ray of sunlight pierced the darkness of dawn, shining on the ruins of the royal city and the faces of the followers of light who were ready to go. They stood at the edge of the field, with supportive and expectant eyes behind them and the royal city in front of them, swallowed by darkness and waiting to be saved.

"Are you ready, everyone?" Zhao Lei's voice was firm and clear, and his light ring shone brightly in the morning light, as if summoning the power of hope.

"I've been waiting for this moment!" Lin Feng's sword was in his hand, with blue flames jumping on it, which was the will to defend to the death.

"Every step we take is towards the light." Zhou Lili whispered softly, her eyes firm, and the staff in her hand emitted a soft yet powerful blue light, as if responding to her inner belief.