Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 978 Natural
Just as the group was surrounding the ancient altar, immersed in the victory and the sense of accomplishment of liberating the guardian, a sudden attack broke the tranquility. The surrounding space seemed to be torn apart by invisible hands, and creatures that looked like shadows but had a solid texture suddenly rushed out from the cracks, so fast that they were caught off guard.

"Be careful, they are the evil remnants!" Leo quickly drew his sword, and several black shadows shattered wherever the sword passed, but more shadows came like a tide, with the fire of revenge burning in their eyes.

"How could this happen? Didn't we just seal that power?" Leah asked puzzledly while casting healing magic to provide emergency treatment for her injured companion.

"Obviously, the evil force is far more cunning and stubborn than we imagined." Kevin quickly consulted the scroll, hoping to find a solution. "This may be its remaining will, trying to make a last-ditch effort."

"Everyone, stay together, stand back to back, and don't get separated by them!" Lin Feng commanded. The Key of Harmony rotated in his hand, turning into circles of light, forming a protective shield, barely resisting the attacks that came like raindrops.

At this moment, a deep and cold voice echoed in the air: "Foolish Son of Light, do you think that a mere seal can completely destroy me? This is just the beginning, the darkness will never be extinguished!"

"We won't let you succeed!" Lin Feng shouted, the power of light in his body became even more intense due to anger. He raised the Key of Harmony, and a dazzling light pierced through the array of shadow creatures like a sharp blade, buying them a chance to breathe.

"Spread out, find their source, and destroy them in one fell swoop!" Leo made a suggestion, and everyone responded quickly, dividing into several groups and going deep into the shadows to find the command core of this raid.

Alvin and Leah worked together, using magic to sense the flow of dark energy. They shuttled through the twisted space and finally found a hidden black hole, from which shadow creatures continuously poured out. "This is it!" Alvin said, quickly forming seals with his hands, ready to launch an attack.

On the other side, Lin Feng and Kevin encountered even more powerful shadow generals. They were not only huge in size, but also had a certain degree of intelligence, constantly commanding their subordinates to charge. "This won't be your only trump card, right?" Lin Feng sneered, and the Key of Harmony in his hand turned into a huge sword of light. He and Kevin stood back to back, resisting wave after wave of attacks together.

While everyone was fighting hard, an idea flashed through Lin Feng's mind: "We have been on the defensive all the time, why not lead the evil forces to that ancient altar? Maybe the power of light there can completely destroy them!"

He quickly informed his companions of his idea, and they all agreed. They quickly changed their strategy and worked together to gradually lead the shadow creatures to the area where the altar was located.

When the last wave of shadow creatures stepped into the altar's light range, the originally weak crystal ball suddenly burst into a dazzling light, like the first ray of sunlight at sunrise, instantly illuminating the entire space. The shadow creatures screamed in pain under such light, and eventually turned into nothing, along with the black hole that commanded them, and were purified together.

The battle was over. Lin Feng and his companions stood in front of the altar, panting. They looked at the world returning to peace around them and smiled at each other for surviving the disaster.

"This time, it's really over." Leo breathed a sigh of relief and put the sword back into the sheath.

"At least for now." Kevin closed the scroll, his eyes showing both satisfaction and vigilance. "But as Lin Feng said, the battle between light and darkness will never stop. We must always be prepared."

"However, with this experience, I believe that no matter what challenges we encounter in the future, we can overcome them together." Lin Feng's words were full of confidence and hope. He looked at each of his partners, with an unwavering light shining in his eyes.

"Yes, as long as we unite as one, light will prevail!" Everyone responded in unison, and the laughter and vows echoed in the air for a long time.

Just as the atmosphere was becoming warmer, an old man slowly appeared at the entrance of the village, and the villagers respectfully made way. The old man was dressed simply, his face was full of traces of time, but his eyes were unusually bright, as if he could see through everything in the world.

“Young warriors, your deeds have spread all over this continent.” The old man approached slowly, his eyes swept over Lin Feng and the others one by one, and finally stopped at the Key of Harmony that was emitting a faint light. “The messenger of light in the ancient prophecy has really come at the darkest moment.”

"Old man, you seem to know a lot?" Lin Feng stepped forward and asked politely.

"I am just a storyteller who has traveled around the world and witnessed the birth of countless legends." The old man smiled slightly, but there was an indescribable meaning in his tone, "But what I know may provide a clue for your next journey."

The surrounding villagers and passers-by gathered together, talking in low voices, their eyes full of admiration and curiosity for these young warriors.

“Go ahead, old man, any information is valuable to us,” Jason said eagerly, his fists still clenched, showing his desire for unknown challenges.

"At the end of the world, there is a lost city. It is said that there are the deepest secrets of evil and the ultimate weapon to fight it." The old man's voice was low and mysterious. Every word fell into the ears of everyone, stirring up ripples. "However, it is a place forgotten by time, full of unpredictable dangers, and there is even no return."

The discussion in the crowd became louder. Some were surprised, some were worried, but most were expectant and encouraged.

"No matter how many difficulties and obstacles we face ahead, we will not back down," Lin Feng said firmly. His determination infected everyone.

"Yes, for the sake of light, we are willing to face everything." Leo, Leah and others echoed one after another, and their voices gathered into a force that could not be ignored.

The old man nodded with satisfaction, then took out a compass with simple carvings from his bosom and gently placed it in Lin Feng's hand. "This will lead you to the lost city. Remember, true power does not only come from external weapons, but more importantly, the light within."

Lin Feng held the compass tightly, feeling the rich history and warm power contained in it. He bowed to the old man with gratitude.

Just as they were about to embark on their journey again, a little girl's clear voice suddenly came from the crowd, "Big Brothers and Big Sisters, are you really going to defeat the big devil?"

Everyone looked back and saw admiration and respect in the little girl's eyes. The adults around her also cast expectant glances at her.

Lin Feng leaned over and gently touched her head, "Yes, we will do our best, not only for ourselves, but also for all children like you, to grow up happily in a world without fear."

"How awesome! I want to be a warrior like you when I grow up!" The little girl jumped up excitedly, and a burst of friendly laughter broke out around her.

"Then, let's head towards the unknown distance!" Lin Feng announced loudly, his voice echoing in the village like a war drum, inspiring everyone's blood. The group set off again, with the villagers waving and blessing behind them, and unknown adventures and challenges ahead. The setting sun lengthened their figures, and every step they took was an unshakable belief and hope.

"One day, we will let light cover every inch of land, and there will be no place for darkness." Leo looked into the distance with a firm tone.

"Yes, that will be our legend." Lin Feng replied softly, their eyes flashing with infinite expectations for the future.

During their conversation, the totem on the strange leaf seemed to glow slightly, as if silently affirming and guiding them. And the lost city was quietly waiting for these brave men chosen by fate, hidden behind the fog. It was both the end of the trial and the starting point of new hope.

"Speaking of which, how come that old man happened to show up? And he knows everything about us?" Jason asked in a low voice as he walked in the team. Curiosity drove him to dig out more of the story behind it.

"Fate always likes to throw clues at critical moments, doesn't it?" Kevin pushed his glasses and said with a hint of rationality unique to scholars, "Maybe we ourselves are part of the legend that others are talking about."

Leah chuckled, her laughter was like a spring breeze, "No matter what, this mysterious old man has given us the direction, and this alone is enough to make us grateful."

"However, the Lost City sounds not easy. Are you mentally prepared?" Leo's joke was serious. He looked around at his teammates with unquestionable trust in his eyes.

"We're ready. No matter what's waiting for us ahead, as long as we're together, nothing is impossible." Alvin patted his chest, his ambitions evident in his words.

Along the way, they met all kinds of people, each of whom amazed and encouraged them in different ways:

"Look, those are the legendary messengers of light! Seeing is believing!" A vendor stopped what he was doing and cast a look of awe at them.

"Warriors, may your swords remain sharp forever and illuminate the road ahead!" An old woman prayed devoutly, her hands gently touching her chest, as if giving some kind of sacred blessing.

"Mom, will they succeed? The big devil sounds so scary." A little boy tugged at his mother's clothes, looked up and asked, with fear and yearning in his eyes.

"Yes, my dear child, because they are heroes fighting for light." The mother answered softly, her eyes full of hope for her children's future safety and deep trust in these brave men.

As the team moved forward, they gradually approached the edge of the lost city. The surrounding scenery became more and more desolate, and the air was filled with an indescribable depression. Suddenly, a gust of wind swept in, carrying fine sand and low chants, as if some ancient language was calling them.

"This wind... seems to be guiding us." Lin Feng tightly grasped the compass in his hand. The ancient instrument actually resonated faintly at this moment.

"Yes, we are getting closer and closer to our goal." Kevin unfolded the map. Although the wind and sand made him squint his eyes, his persistence and concentration did not diminish in the slightest.

"No matter what secrets the Lost City hides, we will uncover it." Leo clenched his fists and looked straight ahead with a firm gaze.

Just as they were about to move forward again, they heard hurried footsteps, and a panicked young man ran up to them breathlessly, "Warriors, please be careful. Recently, many explorers have entered that area and never came out again."

"Thank you for your reminder. We will be extra vigilant." Alvin replied gently, but his determination to move forward became even stronger.

"Then... please come back safely. This world needs your light." The young man bowed deeply and then hurried away, leaving behind a determined and heavy back.

Watching his back disappear from sight, Lin Feng slowly spoke: "Everyone is supporting us in their own way. We cannot let them down."

"Indeed, now let us turn these concerns into motivation to move forward." Kevin put away the map, his eyes flashing with wisdom.

"Yes, actions speak louder than words. We must not only find the ultimate weapon, but also prove our belief that light lasts forever." Leo said, looking into the distance. The skyline covered by yellow sand seemed to be quietly telling about the ancient and unknown.

They continued to move forward, each step was based on the unknown and expectations. As the outline of the lost city loomed in the wind and sand, the tension in the team gradually heated up, but the trust and determination between each other were like an invisible bond that closely connected them.

"Look over there!" Leah suddenly pointed to a ruined wall. On the stone wall there was a totem similar to the one on the Key of Harmony, which seemed to be guiding something. "This must be the secret path leading to the interior of the city."

As the team went deeper along the totem-marked trail, they occasionally saw some relics forgotten by time among the ruins they passed by, each of which seemed to tell the story of the city's former glory and decline.

"This place used to be so prosperous, but now there is only the sound of lonely wind." Alvin sighed as he gently stroked a broken sculpture.

Just as everyone was immersed in the vicissitudes of history, suddenly, a low and long bell sound broke the silence, shaking their hearts.

“What’s that sound?” Jason looked around and tightened his sword in his hand alertly.

"Legend has it that there is an ancient bell tower hidden deep in the lost city. Whenever an outsider approaches its deepest secrets, the bell will ring on its own, warning and guiding the visitor." Kevin pushed his glasses, his eyes deep, and it was obvious that he had some understanding of the history of this area.

"Warning or guidance? It seems that we are indeed going to find 'it'." Lin Feng looked in the direction where the bell sound came from, his tone firm.