Alliance: Start Suona, send away the stupid sister Zhou

Chapter 989 Sincerity

The stone giant stared at them, as if trying to gauge their sincerity. "Trial? Humph, no one has dared to mention this for years. If you want to see the guardian, you must first prove your respect and understanding for the land. Follow me!"

Following the stone giant's steps, the two were led into the depths of the forest, where there was a sea of ​​strange flowers. Each flower emitted a different color of light, illuminating the entire area, which was breathtakingly beautiful.

"This is the 'tapestry of life', and each flower represents a form of life in nature. Find and touch the flower of life that represents the deepest part of your soul to prove your understanding." The stone giant's voice echoed over the sea of ​​flowers.

Leo and Lin Feng exchanged glances, then dispersed and searched in the sea of ​​flowers. Leo finally found an inconspicuous blue-gray flower in an inconspicuous corner. Although it was not gorgeous, it had an indescribable beauty of tenacity. Lin Feng was attracted by a flower that bloomed with warm yellow light, like sunshine. The flower exuded a positive and energetic atmosphere.

The moment the two touched the flowers, a warm power surged into their hearts. They seemed to hear the whispers of nature and feel the true meaning of life.

"Very good, you have passed the initial test." The stone giant's voice came with a hint of praise, "The real test is still to come, but you have proved your worth. The guardian will appear and give you further guidance."

At the moment the words fell, the land in the center of the sea of ​​flowers slowly parted, and a beam of light rose from the ground, gradually revealing the image of an old man wearing a robe woven from leaves. His eyes showed the vicissitudes of thousands of years, and also hid the mysteries of nature.

"It's been a long time since a traveler came here." The old man's voice was gentle but carried an irresistible force. "Your pursuit of balance gives me hope. But remember, true balance is not a simple opposition, but symbiosis and transformation."

"We will keep your teachings in mind." Leo and Lin Feng answered at the same time, their eyes flashing with desire for the unknown and determination for the mission.

"Then go. Water and fire are waiting for your exploration. Remember, each element has its own unique features. Learn to listen to their voices, and you will be closer to that balance." The guardian's voice gradually faded away, and finally turned into a breeze and dissipated in the sea of ​​flowers.

Leo and Lin Feng smiled at each other. They knew that this journey had just begun, but their hearts were filled with unprecedented determination and hope.

"Lin Feng, we are not just doing this for ourselves, but also for Leah, Alvin, and this world." Leo's words were firm and powerful.

“That’s right. No matter how difficult the road ahead is, as long as the four of us are united in heart, there will be no obstacles that we cannot overcome.” Lin Feng clenched his fists, his eyes flashing with a fighting spirit.

"Let's go, head east, the realm of water and the trial of fire are waiting for us. Perhaps there will be more unknowns and challenges on the road, but I believe that as long as we walk together, everything is possible." Leo turned and looked into the depths of the green forest, which was both an end and a new beginning.

Lin Feng followed Leo's steps, and the two left a series of firm footprints in the sea of ​​flowers. "By the way, Leo, the blue-gray flower you chose in the sea of ​​flowers just now seems to suit you. What does it symbolize?" Lin Feng asked curiously, trying to pry into Leo's inner thoughts.

Leo smiled slightly, with a hint of bitterness and relief in his smile, "That is a flower that represents tenacity and forbearance, and its name is 'Tears of the Dark Night'. It taught me that even in the darkest moments, I must keep the light in my heart and not let fear and despair swallow me up. Just like the darkness I have experienced, it makes me cherish the light before my eyes even more."

Hearing this, Lin Feng couldn't help but patted Leo on the back, "Brother, your heart is stronger than anyone else. We all have our own shadows, and what matters is how we face it, isn't it?"

"That's true, Lin Feng. Your sunshine-like flower, the 'light of vitality', also reflects your endless optimism and passion. It is my greatest luck to have a partner like you." Leo's words were full of sincerity and gratitude.

The two continued on their way, passing through the emerald forest, heading towards their next destination. On the way, they discussed the challenges that Leah and Alvin might face, imagining what form the trial of water and fire would take, feeling both nervous and excited.

"What kind of guardian do you think Leah will meet in the water realm? Will it be a gentle water elf or an unfathomable ocean giant?" Lin Feng guessed, his eyes flashing with curiosity about the unknown.

"As for Alvin, his intuition and calmness make him perfect for the Trial of Fire. Fire is always hot and impulsive, but it is also a symbol of purification and rebirth. I hope he can find the key to guide the fire in his heart." Leo's eyes were full of trust and expectations for his partner.

Their words, accompanied by the rustling of leaves under their feet, interweave into a march of brave men. As night falls and the sky is dotted with stars, the two camp by a clear stream. Under the light of the campfire, Leo takes out a piece of bread from his bag and gives half to Lin Feng. The two continue to plan tomorrow's itinerary while eating.

"Early tomorrow morning, we will enter unknown territory. Lin Feng, are you ready? This is not only a conquest of the elements, but also a challenge to our own limits." Leo's voice sounded particularly firm in the quiet night.

"Leo, I have never backed down since I embarked on this journey. With you by my side, and Leah and Alvin far away, there is nothing that the four of us can't face together." Lin Feng's smile seemed particularly warm under the firelight, which was a deep trust and reliance on his companions.

"Then, let us set out again for balance, for the world, and for our friendship." Leo raised the kettle in his hand, as if saluting the stars.

"Cheers, to our adventure and to the miracles that are about to come." Lin Feng lightly touched Leo's kettle, and their eyes flashed with longing and determination for the future.

As the night deepened, the bonfire slowly went out, leaving only the distant roars of animals and the whispers of the wind in the forest. Leo and Lin Feng snuggled under the starry sky and fell asleep. In their dreams, they had embarked on a new journey, fighting against unknown trials with their companions, and moving towards the ultimate balance between light and darkness.

"Hey, Lin Feng, do you think we can find the stars to guide us?" Leo suddenly asked in the quiet night, breaking the silence. His voice was soft, as if he didn't want to disturb the tranquility.

Lin Feng looked up at the starry night sky, a smile on his face, "The stars are always there, Leo, just as clear as our goal. The key is whether we are willing to follow the light in our hearts and interpret the constellation map that belongs to us." "That's right." Leo nodded in agreement, and the two of them fell into their own thoughts again. Soon, Lin Feng broke his meditation, with a sly glint in his eyes, "You know, the ancient navigators relied on the stars to navigate across the vast ocean. Although we are not on the sea, this forest, this unknown, isn't it another ocean?"

"Yes, and we are the explorers looking for a new world." Leo said, his tone full of yearning for adventure. "Speaking of which, I have a bold guess about the guardian of water. Water is the source of life, gentle but ever-changing. I think Leah might meet a water goddess who is both wise and beautiful."

"Haha, then Alvin will have a hard time. The Trial of Fire sounds like a battle against his own desires and passions. But then again, with his fiery personality under the iceberg, maybe he can really achieve some resonance with the flames." Lin Feng's words contained both jokes and affirmation of Alvin's abilities.

The two smiled at each other, and then fell into a brief silence, with only the gurgling of the stream in the distance, like the whisper of nature. After a moment, Leo spoke softly, "Lin Feng, no matter what trials we face, remember that our hearts are always connected. That power is stronger than any magic."

"Of course, Leo." Lin Feng's answer was full of strength. "We are each other's support and each other's light. No matter how rough the road ahead is, as long as we work together, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome."

The night breeze was blowing gently, bringing a cool feeling, but also a kind of comforting power. Leo and Lin Feng lay side by side under the starry sky. Although their conversation was simple, it was full of deep friendship and infinite longing for the future.

"You know, Leo," Lin Feng's voice sounded softly, as if he was afraid to interrupt the silence, "Sometimes I think, maybe we are not just looking for five trial participants. Perhaps, this journey is for the four of us to find ourselves, understand each other, and finally merge into an invincible force."

"I feel the same way, Lin Feng." Leo said with emotion, "Each of us has our own... our own shadow. Along the way, while helping each other fight against our inner demons, we are also constantly growing and transforming."

Just as Leo and Lin Feng were immersed in their beautiful visions of the future, the tranquility of the forest was suddenly broken by a burst of hurried and heavy footsteps, and an ominous atmosphere filled the air.

"Who is it!" Lin Feng jumped up alertly and instantly drew out the long sword beside him. Leo also quickly stood still. The two of them stood back to back, alert to their surroundings.

"Hmph, stupid outsiders, actually trespassing into the forbidden area." Along with a burst of cold sneer, several figures slowly walked out from the shadows of the trees. They were wrapped in strange black mist, their faces were blurred, revealing only a pair of bloodthirsty eyes.

"Dark wizards!" Leo exclaimed. According to legend, these creatures enjoy manipulating shadows and corruption, and are the cancer of nature.

"Lin Feng, be careful, they are good at shadow magic, and direct attacks may not be effective." Leo reminded, while gathering the power of light in his body and preparing to fight.

"I understand." Lin Feng nodded, adjusted his breathing, and the tip of the sword trembled slightly, as if it had a subtle resonance with the surrounding air.

The battle was about to break out, and the dark wizards took the lead. Several black shadows attacked like poisonous snakes, trying to wrap around and devour the two. Leo and Lin Feng dodged flexibly and launched a counterattack at the same time. Lin Feng's sword cut through the space, cutting off the shadows in the void, while Leo counterattacked with the light spell, illuminating the surroundings and temporarily forcing the enemy back.

However, just when the battle was in a stalemate, a dark wizard took advantage of the opportunity to launch a sneak attack. A beam of shadow arrows penetrated Leo's defense and hit his left shoulder hard. Leo's body swayed and he half-knelt on the ground, his face pale and blood gushing out of the wound.

"Leo!" Lin Feng roared, burning with anger, and turned the sword tip, rushing towards the sneak attacking black wizard with the force of thunder, the sword light was like a dragon, killing him with one blow. Seeing this, the remaining black wizards were afraid of Lin Feng's explosive power, and fled into the darkness and disappeared.

"Hold on, I'll treat you right away." Lin Feng anxiously supported Leo and frantically searched for the medicine bag. However, Leo's injuries were beyond the ordinary, and ordinary herbs seemed to be unable to work.

"No need... it's a waste of energy..." Leo panted, with blood on the corners of his mouth, but his eyes were extremely firm, "Ordinary medicine is useless for this kind of shadow injury. We must... find the Heart of Light to completely heal it."

"Heart of Light? What is that?" Lin Feng looked confused, but then he made up his mind, "Tell me the location and I'll get it."

"In the East, it is said that it is in... a forgotten temple..." As soon as Leo finished speaking, his body began to tremble due to severe pain, and his consciousness gradually became blurred.

"Don't worry, I will take you with me. Even if the sky falls and the earth collapses, I will protect you." Lin Feng's eyes were determined. He carried Leo on his back and headed towards the unknown land in the east, embarking on a journey to find the Heart of Light.

As the night deepened, Lin Feng's back looked lonely and strong, but his steps were firm. Along the way, he lowered his head from time to time to talk to the unconscious Leo, as if this could give Leo strength and also cheer himself up.

"Leo, do you remember the agreement we made when we were kids? No matter what difficulties we encounter, we must face them together and overcome them together. This time is no exception. We will find the Heart of Light and then continue our journey. Don't you think so?" Lin Feng's tone was gentle, but with unquestionable firmness.

"I definitely will, Lin Feng." Although Leo's voice was weak, it carried a hint of smile and echoed in Lin Feng's ears, as if he could hear every word.

As the night breeze caressed him, Lin Feng quickened his pace, each step filled with determination and hope. He had a belief in his heart that the Heart of Light was not only the key to healing Leo, but could also be a guiding beacon for all the trials they would face on this journey. Every tree and every leaf in the forest seemed to be guiding them, as if nature itself was responding to their courage and determination.

The sky gradually turned pale, and the first ray of sunlight penetrated the treetops, illuminating the road ahead. At this moment, Lin Feng discovered a path in front of him that was covered by dense vegetation. If it weren't for the right light, it would be almost unnoticeable. He had an inexplicable premonition in his heart that this might be the road to the forgotten temple.