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

The fisherman stared at this scene in amazement, and the oar in his hand almost fell into the sea. "Oh my God, this... is a real dragon?! My life is worth it."

"Thank you, guardian of the sea." Su Zhe nodded slightly in the direction of the sea dragon, with a barely perceptible flash of gratitude in his eyes.

"Now is not the time to feel sentimental. Those guys don't look like they will give up so easily." Lin Mufeng reminded, glancing around sharply just in case.

"He's right. We must find out the identities of these stalkers as soon as possible, and why they are so interested in the fragments of light." Leah put away her surprise and quickly returned to her state.

Seeing this, the fisherman put away his curiosity and became serious: "Although I don't know what you do specifically, if it is related to those black ships, they are not easy to deal with. I am willing to help you. At least on land, I have some connections."

Su Zhe nodded gratefully. "We will remember your help, but the most important thing right now is to return to our base safely and analyze the information we have."

The group hurriedly went ashore, and the fisherman led them through narrow alleys, skillfully avoiding possible surveillance. Along the way, passers-by had different reactions, some were surprised, some were awed, and they all talked about it.

"Look, what weapon is that young man holding? It looks extraordinary!" A woman holding a child whispered.

"Are they part of an expedition team? I heard that a lot of strange things have happened in this sea area recently." The vendor next to him interrupted.

"What's going on with that dragon? Could the legendary sea dragon be real?" A ragged old man's eyes were filled with shock.

"There are always secrets in this world that we cannot see." A young man murmured to himself, his eyes flashing with a yearning for the unknown.

Finally, Su Zhe and his group gathered in an inconspicuous little hotel and began to sort out what had happened.

"Those people are obviously not ordinary pirates. They know the existence of the fragments of light and have clear goals. There must be an organization behind this," Lin Mufeng analyzed.

"Also, they mentioned the 'endless abyss', and that word made me feel uneasy, as if there was some deeper meaning." Avril added with a frown.

"Yes, this reminds me of the ancient opposition between the abyss and light mentioned in an ancient book." Su Zhe took out an ancient map with many known and unknown regions marked on it. "We need more information, especially about the source of these black ships and the secrets that may be hidden behind the warning."

"Perhaps we can start with the strangers mentioned by the fisherman. Since they are active here frequently, they must have left some clues." Leah suggested.

"Okay, let's split into two groups. Leah and I will investigate the clues about those strangers. Lin Mufeng, Avril, you stay here and continue to analyze the possible changes brought about by the fragments of light, and at the same time be alert to any potential threats." Su Zhe quickly assigned the tasks.

"Understood." The three of them said in unison.

"Remember, no matter what we face, as long as we unite as one, light will never be swallowed by darkness." After Su Zhe's words fell, everyone's eyes were firm and full of faith.

Just as they were about to split up, the door of the inn was suddenly pushed open, and a hurried traveler rushed in, panting and saying: "Have you... have you heard? A strange light appeared in the forest outside the town. It is said that there are ancient secrets hidden in it!"

"Ancient secret?" Lin Mufeng raised his eyebrows, and an inexplicable premonition surged in his heart. This might be closely related to their exploration.

"Strange light?" Avril's eyes flashed with interest. "It sounds like it is related to the energy of the light fragment."

The fisherman rubbed his hands aside, curiosity flashing in his eyes: "I have always been familiar with the forest outside the town, but I have never heard of such a wonder. If you want to go and see it, I can lead the way."

"Okay, that's decided." Su Zhe made the decision decisively. This unexpected news might be the key to solving the mystery. "Our plan to split into groups remains unchanged, but the destination is changed to that forest. Mr. Fisherman, your help is crucial to us."

"Don't worry, I'm here and I promise I won't let you get lost." The fisherman patted his chest and promised, looking happy to help.

Led by the fisherman, the group traveled through the rugged mountain road for several hours and finally arrived at the edge of the forest shrouded by a strange light. In the night, the light was like a beacon of hope, attracting everyone's attention.

"Look, that's it." The fisherman pointed to a place not far away, his excitement barely concealed in his tone.

"Let's go in and take a look." Su Zhe took the lead and stepped into the forest. The others followed closely behind him, with curiosity and vigilance coexisting in their hearts.

Inside the forest, the strange light becomes stronger and stronger, shining on all kinds of exotic flowers and plants, making the whole space look extremely dreamy. If passers-by were here, they would be amazed, but unfortunately at this time, they are the explorers closest to the miracle.

"This light is similar to the energy emitted by the light fragments." Leia observed carefully. The broken knife in her hand trembled slightly, as if responding to this power.

"But it's different, it's gentler, as if it's a gift from nature." Lin Mufeng added. He tried to release some elemental power to explore, but it seemed to be gently bounced away by the halo.

As they explored deeper, a series of low and ancient songs echoed in the forest, causing everyone's hearts to throb. The voice contained a strong attraction, as if it was leading them to a certain place.

"Follow the song, maybe you can find the answer." Avril suggested softly, with a gleam of exploration in her eyes.

Following the guidance of the song, they passed through layers of fog and finally came to an open area. There, an ancient altar stood quietly, and the song came from there. In the center of the altar, a gemstone shone with soft light, which was unusually similar to the fragment of light in their hands.

"This... this is..." the fisherman murmured in disbelief. He was just an ordinary fisherman, but he also felt that extraordinary power.

"It seems that we have found the key." Su Zhe stepped forward and touched the gem carefully. A warm power surged into his body, making him feel comfortable.

"But why are there two fragments of light?" Leah asked puzzledly, looking around, alert to possible danger.

At this moment, the ground suddenly shook, and an old and majestic voice sounded: "Young travelers, your courage and wisdom impress me. These two fragments of light are actually part of the ancient seal, used to suppress the dark power hidden in the abyss." Everyone was surprised, and saw an old man in a white robe slowly walking out from the shadows of the trees. He held a staff inlaid with colorful gems, and his eyes flashed with the light of wisdom that saw through everything.

"Old senior, please tell me, what should we do?" Su Zhe asked humbly, knowing that the person in front of him must have important information.

“The power of darkness has begun to stir. You need to find the remaining fragments and reassemble the seal. Otherwise, once the gate to the abyss is opened, the whole world will be doomed.” The old man spoke earnestly, and every word was heavy.

"We understand." Su Zhe nodded firmly and turned to look at his companions. "No matter how difficult the road ahead is, we must move forward."

"But, old senior, you haven't told us what is behind that unknown force? Why are they so obsessed with the fragments of light?" Avril asked anxiously. Her voice echoed in the quiet forest, paving the way for endless speculations for the story to follow.

“It is an ancient organization that has been opposed to light for a thousand years. They pursue the power of the abyss and are willing to plunge the world into chaos for their own goals.” The old man’s words slowly dissipated in the air, leaving behind a deep mystery and a sign of the coming storm.

"Abyss and light, an ancient opposition, so that's it..." Lin Mufeng repeated in a low voice, his eyes becoming more determined than ever before.

"So, how do we find the remaining fragments and how do we fight this force?" Leia's question was direct and urgent. She knew that time was of the essence for them.

The old man smiled slightly, and did not answer immediately. Instead, he looked up at the brightest star in the night sky: "All the answers will be revealed during the journey. Remember, the real light does not lie in the number of fragments, but in the heart."

His words were like a stone thrown into a lake, stirring up waves. The surroundings were silent for a moment, with only the flowers and plants swaying gently under the strange light, as if they were also listening to this fateful conversation.

"Heart?... We understand, thank you for your guidance." Su Zhe responded calmly, his eyes revealing indomitable spirit and determination.

"By the way, this staff is given to you. It can sense the resonance of the fragments of light and may be of help to you." The old man handed the shining staff in his hand to Su Zhe. The gem on the staff shone with a warm luster under the moonlight, and trembled slightly as if it had a spirit.

"This... is too valuable. We can't accept it." Lin Mufeng quickly declined, knowing that such a treasure was of no trivial importance.

"You're welcome. This is destiny and a recognition of the brave." The old man smiled, his eyes full of hope for the future. "Remember, you are not fighting alone. There is always a force in the world that silently supports justice."

The four of them looked at each other, and saw their determination and trust in each other. Finally, Su Zhe carefully took the staff and bowed deeply: "We will do our best and live up to your trust."

The old man nodded with satisfaction, then turned into a wisp of white smoke and gradually dissipated into the night, leaving only those long and profound words echoing in the air: "The road ahead is still long, may the light accompany you..."

The group stood in the empty space, feeling mixed emotions. The fisherman was so shocked that he was speechless. What he saw was far beyond his imagination.

"Let's go back, there are still many things to do." Su Zhe clenched the staff in his hand, which was not only a symbol of strength, but also a symbol of responsibility.

On the way back, the fisherman couldn't help but say: "I can't believe that there are so many incredible things in this world."

"Yes, there is something extraordinary hidden beneath every ordinary thing, and every choice may be a new beginning." Leah said softly, her eyes flashing with anticipation for unknown challenges.

Lin Mufeng fell into deep thought: "That force, the abyss, the fragments of light... the connection between all of these seems to be much more complicated than we expected."

"No matter what, I'm not afraid as long as you are here." Avril said firmly. Her smile was like the brightest star in the night sky, giving everyone endless courage.

When they stepped into the inconspicuous little hotel again, it was late at night, but the people in the hotel were still bustling, and their conversations were full of curiosity and speculation about the strange forest.

"Have you seen that light? I heard that some people have gone in to explore!"

"Exploring? They are really brave. I wonder if they will encounter any strange things."

"Oh, if only I could see it with my own eyes..."

The return of Su Zhe and his group instantly attracted everyone's attention. Their experience was like a legend, attracting passers-by to look at them with surprise or envy.

"You're back! Tell us what's inside?" a young traveler asked impatiently.

"Sorry, I can't reveal too much right now." Su Zhe smiled mysteriously. He looked out the window at the small town shrouded in darkness, and had a new plan in mind. "But please believe me, soon all the answers will be revealed."

"All the answers?" Upon hearing this, the others couldn't help but talk about it. The unknown and mystery made them even more curious.

"Yes, all the answers." Su Zhe finished speaking, and his eyes swept over the people who gathered around him one by one. The determination in his eyes seemed to be able to penetrate the darkness and reach the other side of the light. "In this world, there is no eternal secret. The battle between light and darkness will eventually have its due outcome."

There were whispers from the crowd, a mixture of confusion and expectation. A child held his mother's hand and asked with sparkling eyes, "Will you become heroes? Like the warriors in the legend, defeat evil and protect the world?"

Su Zhe squatted down, looked at the child at eye level, and smiled gently: "There is a hero in everyone's heart, kid. What's important is that no matter what difficulties you face, you must not lose your courage and kindness. What we do is to try our best to make ourselves and the people around us live in a brighter world."

The child's mother nodded with emotion, tears in her eyes. Passers-by around her also showed admiration, and the discussions gradually turned into encouragement and support.

"You have done a great job. Everyone in this town will cheer for you!" an old man said with emotion. Although his voice sounded a little old, his tone was full of encouragement.

"Thank you, everyone." Su Zhe stood up and looked at his companions. Their eyes also reflected undying faith. "We will not disappoint this expectation. Tomorrow, we will embark on a new journey to find the remaining fragments of light, uncover deeper mysteries, and stop the dark forces." (End of this chapter)