Alliance: A Great Compassion Mantra, I make the whole network autistic

Chapter 695 Guardian Spirit

"I am the guardian spirit of this castle, and I was once one of the explorers." The voice replied, "I am waiting for the day when someone will break through the numerous obstacles and come here to complete a vital mission."

"What mission?" Li asked.

"Release the Heart of Light that is sealed here. It is the key to breaking the darkness and restoring balance." The Guardian Spirit's voice was filled with urgency. "But please be aware that the power of darkness is also looking for it, trying to seal it permanently. You must find it first, otherwise..."

"What will happen otherwise?" Alan's tone was nervous.

"Otherwise, this world will fall into eternal darkness." The guardian spirit's answer was heavy and cold.

"Then, where is the Heart of Light?" Su Ye's eyes became more determined. They had come so far, there was no reason to retreat at this moment.

"It is hidden in the deepest part of the castle, a place full of trials and traps. Only true warriors can reach there." The voice of the guardian spirit gradually faded away, and finally turned into a trace of echo. "Remember, true power comes from the light within. Don't be afraid of darkness, because it can never devour light."

As the voice of the guardian spirit disappeared, the castle gate opened with a bang, and a path full of unknowns appeared in front of the three people. They looked at each other, and without saying anything, they stepped into the castle gate together and embarked on the journey to find the heart of light.

"No matter how dangerous the road ahead is, we will walk through it together." Su Ye's voice echoed in the ancient and mysterious corridor, giving his companions confidence.

"Until the last moment." Li and Allen echoed, and the figures of the three gradually merged into the darkness, leaving only the firm footsteps and undying faith, echoing in this ancient castle.

As Su Ye, Li and Allen went deeper into the castle, passing through corridors full of traps and trials, the surrounding environment began to become unstable, with flickering lights and shadows, and the space seemed to be shaking slightly. An indescribable uneasiness began to spread among the three.

"Something... isn't right here." Li stopped. Her intuition told her that some strange changes were taking place in the world around her.

Allen's device made a noise and confusing data jumped on the screen: "My equipment can't read the environment information correctly. All signals are interfered with."

Su Ye gripped the hilt tightly, and the power of light gathered around him, trying to illuminate this increasingly strange space: "Concentrate, we can't get lost here."

As soon as he finished speaking, the surrounding scene faded away like the tide, and the three people's eyes suddenly became clear. They found themselves standing in a void, surrounded by endless white. It seemed as if the castle and corridors they had experienced before had never existed.

"What... is going on?" Alan looked around with a look of disbelief on his face.

"Could it be... that those were all illusions?" Li frowned, trying hard to recall every detail from before. Now it seemed that everything was too smooth, and there were even some traces of deliberate arrangements.

"It seems that we have been tested again." Su Ye's tone was calm, but there was a sharp flash in his eyes, "However, this time the test is more hidden and hits the heart directly."

At this moment, a gentle and familiar voice sounded in their hearts. It was the voice of the castle guardian spirit: "Congratulations, you have passed the trial again. Everything before, including my appearance, is just to make you realize that the real challenge often comes from the fear and doubt of the unknown in your heart."

"So, what is the purpose of all this?" Su Ye asked. He was tired of this incomprehensible trial.

"The purpose is simple," the voice of the guardian spirit echoed, "to teach you to question, to learn to stick to yourself in the face of absolute confusion and uncertainty, and to trust your own judgment and partners. The true heart of light is not in any physical place. It is in your heart. It is the will to explore and move forward even in the face of numerous illusions."

Li closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and when she opened them again, her eyes showed an unprecedented firmness: "I understand, we don't need to look for any external heart of light, it has always been with us, it is the trust and persistence between us."

Alan nodded in agreement, and his device returned to normal. The data on the screen showed a new energy field. "Look, this is the real path, not pointed out by others, but created by ourselves."

The three of them stood side by side again. This time, they no longer relied on external prompts, but on the tacit understanding between each other and the faith in their hearts to move forward. As they moved, the originally empty space gradually cracked, and a road formed by their faith appeared before their eyes, leading directly to the tiny light in the distance.

"Together, until the end." Su Ye said that this declaration contains more profound meaning. It is not only a commitment to the journey, but also a trust in the power of inner light.

"Together." Li and Allen echoed, and the three of them set out on the road, heading towards the unknown light, their hearts filled with unprecedented peace and strength.

"Remember," the voice of the guardian spirit sounded in their ears for the last time, with blessings and expectations, "the greatest enemy is often the fear and doubt in your own heart. You have proved that light can always guide the way in the darkest times. As long as you have hope in your heart, there is no other shore that you cannot reach."

Li clenched her fists, her eyes burning with anger. She looked around. The town she once knew was now only in ruins, and the air was filled with the smell of ashes and despair. "Who did this? Why would they do such a cruel thing to an innocent town?" Her words trembled, and she obviously couldn't accept the scene before her.

Alan's device was unusually silent at this moment, as if it was also mourning this sudden tragedy. He cursed under his breath, then quickly switched modes and began to scan the ruins for clues that might be left behind. "We must find the culprit and give justice to the town." Alan's determination was particularly firm through the cold and hard mechanical voice.

Su Ye closed his eyes tightly and put his hands together. The power of light gathered around him, forming a warm halo, trying to comfort the souls that might still be buried under the ruins. "Quiet... light will lead us to find the truth." He whispered, and when he opened his eyes, his eyes were firm, and he had made up his mind to seek justice for the town.

Just as they were about to go deeper into the ruins to search for clues, a faint cry for help came from not far away, interrupting the three people's thoughts. They immediately followed the sound and found an old man half-buried by rubble, struggling weakly.

Su Ye immediately stepped forward and carefully removed the stone that was pressing on the old man. Li and Allen also quickly assisted and soon rescued the old man. "Thank the light, you are still alive." Su Ye said softly.

The old man coughed a few times and forced a smile: "It's you... three brave young men. The town... was attacked... those servants of the shadow..."

"Servants of the Shadow?" Alan frowned and quickly recorded this key information. "Why did they attack the town?" "Because..." A trace of fear flashed across the old man's eyes. "Legend has it that there is an ancient relic hidden in the town that can strengthen the power of light. Those guys...want to use it to strengthen the forces of darkness."

Hearing this, Li became even angrier: "We will never let them succeed. Tell me, where is the relic now?"

"I only know... that... there is a secret room... near the ancient well in the center of town..." After the old man said this, he fainted due to exhaustion.

The three exchanged glances, and without further ado, they had made up their minds. They carefully settled the old man, and then rushed towards the ancient well, with the flame of revenge burning in their hearts.

The area around the ancient well was in a mess. The camouflage that had originally hidden the entrance had been destroyed, exposing the stairs leading to the underground. Li was the first to jump down lightly, followed by Su Ye and Allen. Light and shadow entwined around them, adding mystery and solemnity to this unknown exploration.

Deep underground, at the end of the passage is an ancient stone door with complex runes carved on it, which are similar to the ancient characters on the mysterious man and the statue. "It seems that we have found the right place." Alan said while operating the device to analyze the runes.

"Let me try." Li walked forward and stretched out his hand to touch the stone door. The power of nature resonated with the ancient text, and the stone door slowly opened, revealing a secret room full of light energy.

In the center of the room was a crystal ball emitting a soft glow, which was the legendary relic. Li and Su Ye looked at each other, and saw the shock and determination in each other's eyes.

"We must protect it and not let it fall into the hands of dark forces." Su Ye said in a deep voice, reaching out to touch the crystal ball. Under his guidance, the power of light produced subtle communication with the crystal ball, as if confirming some kind of ancient contract.

At this moment, noisy footsteps were heard outside the secret room, followed by waves of eerie laughter. "We have found the source of the power of light, let us put an end to it all!" A cold voice announced their arrival.

"Prepare for battle." Li whispered, and the three of them quickly deployed their forces, protecting the crystal ball in the center. A battle for light and justice was about to begin under the ruins of the town.

"They caught up so quickly." Allen adjusted his equipment. The data on the screen scrolled rapidly, reflecting the impending crisis. "There are at least ten of them, fully armed, and full of dark energy."

"There are many of us, but don't forget who we are." Su Ye raised the Sword of Light, and the tip of the sword gently slashed across the ground, instantly illuminating the surroundings. A warm and firm force spread out, "We are the guardians of light."

"Humph, I'm not afraid of any of them." Li held up her hair and flicked her fingers. An invisible force gathered at her fingertips, and it seemed that even the air was shaken. "Let them experience the wrath of nature."

Outside the secret room, shadows gradually gathered and took shape. Figures clad in black robes appeared in the dim light. They wore strange masks on their faces, exuding a frightening aura.

"Are these the three little guys? They look so frail." One of them sneered, his voice full of disdain.

"Be quiet," a deep and powerful voice stopped him. It was the leader of the group. "Underestimating the enemy is a taboo in military strategy. They were able to unlock the seal of the ancient door, which shows that they are not ordinary people. Prepare to fight and seize the relics!"

The battle was about to start. The first black-robed man turned into a shadow and pounced on the three people. Su Ye's eyes and hands were quick, and the sword of light drew a dazzling arc, intercepting accurately. The sword light collided with the darkness, sparking a spark.

"Not bad, but how can this little light illuminate your end?" The man in black robe taunted and attacked again.

"Your speed is nothing but child's play in front of light." Su Ye sneered. Every swing of the sword was precise and the power of light forced back the enemies one by one.

Li was not idle either. She tapped her fingers in the air, and the forces of nature responded to the call. Vines and stone thorns suddenly emerged from the ground, tripping and blocking the approaching enemies. Every movement was full of a combination of elegance and lethality.

Alan was the think tank among the three. He constantly used the device to analyze the enemy's attack patterns and issued orders at the same time: "Li, two o'clock direction; Su Ye, be ready for the sneak attack from behind." With Alan's assistance, the two fought more easily.

The battle gradually intensified, the sounds of metal colliding and elemental explosions echoed around, and the entire secret room seemed to have become a battlefield of light and darkness. And the crystal ball quietly emitted light in this fierce battle, as if it was a witness and a guide.

At this moment, an extremely powerful black shadow approached from behind, surrounded by thick dark energy, and approached the crystal ball step by step.

"Want to take it away? Ask the sword in my hand first if it agrees!" Su Ye shouted angrily, and the Sword of Light turned into a stream of light and rushed straight towards the man.

The man chuckled and waved his hand. Dark energy condensed into a shield, easily blocking the attack: "Naive, this world will eventually return to darkness."

"Don't forget, no matter how thick the darkness is, it can't cover up even the faintest light." Li said coldly, and the power of nature condensed into a beam of light arrow, shooting straight at the opponent.

The battle reached its climax, and just as the three were struggling with the shadow, a sudden explosion broke the stalemate. A corner of the secret room collapsed, revealing a hidden tunnel.

"It seems that we have other guests." Alan's eyes caught some unusual movements through the smoke.

"Friend or foe?" Li asked vigilantly, with the natural force in his hand ready to go.

"I don't know, but it's better than just waiting to die." Su Ye sheathed his sword and looked at the chaos with a determined look, "No matter what, we will not give up."

As the dust settled, a figure slowly walked out. He had neither the sign of light nor the trace of darkness on his body, as if he existed independently of the two poles.

"Finally found it. You are the ones who protect the light." His voice was calm, but it carried a power that could not be ignored. "I am the guardian of the neutral land. I am here to help you protect the relic and this world."