Just as the four were about to leave, a crack suddenly appeared in the sky above the castle, and a strange light shot out from it, pointing straight to the distant sky. The light contained an ancient and mysterious power, which made everyone present stop involuntarily.

“Is this… the power of the stars?” Zhang Zhendong murmured to himself, with a hint of surprise and thought in his eyes.

“It seems that our journey is far from over.” Zhou Wenjun looked at the beam of light that was gradually disappearing and made a decision in his heart, “That light seems to be guiding us. Perhaps there is a key to solving all these mysteries.”

“How can we not follow the direction pointed by the stars?” Li Xiaoxia clenched her weapon, with an adventurous light in her eyes. “No matter whether there is blessing or disaster ahead, I am willing to go with you.”

Xiao Zhao nodded, and the Heart of Light jumped gently, emitting a soft glow in his palm. “If that is our destiny, then let us face it bravely. Perhaps this is the next test of the balance between light and darkness.”

The four reorganized their equipment and set out on a journey to pursue the light of the stars. They passed through dense forests, crossed mountains and rivers, experienced countless hardships and obstacles, and finally came to a desolate but magnificent ruins. This was once a glorious city, but now only broken walls and ruins remain, revealing the vicissitudes of time and the glory of the past.

“Look, there!” Li Xiaoxia pointed to the center of the ruins. An ancient altar stood quietly. On the altar, a gem as bright as a galaxy emitted the same frequency as the strange light seen before.

“Star Stone…” Xiao Zhao said softly, and the Heart of Light shone again, creating a subtle resonance with the Star Stone.

Just as they approached step by step, the air around them suddenly solidified, and a low chanting sound slowly sounded, as if something was awakening.

“.々Be careful, something is coming!” Zhou Wenjun immediately set up a guard and observed the movements around him.

In the shadows, a group of people in simple robes walked out slowly. Their eyes were like the abyss, revealing a light that did not belong to this world.

“Outsiders, you have touched a power that you should not touch.” The leader’s tone was filled with unquestionable majesty, “The Star Stone is the key to protecting the balance of this world. No one is allowed to touch it without permission.”

“We have no intention of invading, but the light of the stars seems to have an inextricable connection with us.” Zhou Wenjun explained calmly, while secretly preparing to deal with possible conflicts.

“Fate? Humph, many disasters in this world often start from the so-called ‘fate’.” The man sneered, and moved his fingers slightly. The air around him seemed to solidify, forming invisible chains that attacked the four people.

“It seems like we have no choice but to force our way in!” Zhang Zhendong drew out his sword, and his body turned into a flash of lightning. He was the first to meet those invisible chains. With the sword flashing, he fought fiercely with those unknown forces.

“We’ll go too!” Li Xiaoxia and Xiao Zhao were not willing to fall behind, and each used their unique skills to join the battle. Zhou Wenjun stayed behind, using his wisdom and magic power to support his teammates and look for opportunities to break the opponent’s power.

During the fierce battle, the resonance between the Heart of Light and the Heart of Shadow became stronger and stronger, as if guiding them to find an ancient yet brand new way to combine power.

“Xiaoxia, Xiaozhao, concentrate your strength and release it with me!” Zhou Wenjun shouted loudly. The three of them gathered their spiritual power tacitly. The energy of light and darkness gathered into a dazzling ball of light in their hands and directly hit the Star Stone.

With a deafening roar, the Star Stone released an unprecedented bright light. Those people in ancient robes retreated one after another, their faces full of horror.

The light dissipated, and the star stone turned into a soft stream of light, merging into the bodies of the four people. A warm and powerful force made them feel more fulfilled than ever before.

“This… is our true connection with this world.” Xiao Zhao felt the changes in his body, his face filled with incredible joy.

【889】The crisis has not yet been resolved, and there are more challenges waiting for us

“It seems that the Star Stone has chosen you.” The ancient robed leader put away his attacking posture, with a hint of disbelief in his tone, “Since ancient times, only those chosen by the stars can bear its power, and you… were accepted at the same time.”

“What does this power mean? Why did it choose us?” Zhou Wenjun took a step forward, his eyes filled with both confusion and determination.

“The Star Stone is the most precious treasure in the world. It maintains the balance of the universe. Choosing you may indicate that a great change is coming.” The leader walked slowly and glanced at them one by one. “And you will be the key to this change.”

“Change…what do you mean?” Li Xiaoxia gripped the weapon tightly in her hand, looking alert.

“An ancient prophecy mentioned that when light and darkness, old and new reach an extreme imbalance, the stars will select four apostles, give them the power of harmony, and lead the world into a new era.” The ancient robe man spoke with solemnity, “Everything you have experienced is a preparation for this moment.”

“Guiding a new era… This sounds grand and heavy.” Xiao Zhao said softly, looking down at the heart of light in his palm, as if looking for the answer.

“Yes, this is an honor, but also a responsibility.” The leader nodded slightly, “But remember, power itself is neither good nor bad. The key lies in the heart of the user. Keep your faith and don’t let power blind your original intention.”

“We understand.” The four said in unison, with a determined light flashing in their eyes, as if they were ready to face all challenges.

“Now, accept your first trial.” The man in the ancient robe raised his hand and pointed to the deeper part of the ruins. “There is hidden the wisdom of the ancient civilization and the key to mastering the power of the stars. Only by solving all the puzzles can you truly understand the mystery of this power.”

“We will not let Xingchen down.” Zhou Wenjun said firmly, leading his companions into the depths of the ruins.

The ruins are full of intricate mechanisms and puzzles, and every step tests their wisdom and courage. They look for clues in ancient murals and explore in complex mazes, while the Heart of Light and the Heart of Shadow give them guidance at critical moments to help them solve the mysteries one by one.

“Look, these symbols seem to correspond to the inscriptions on the Heart of Light.” Li Xiaoxia stopped in front of a wall carved with strange totems and studied it carefully.

Xiao Zhao and Zhang Zhendong assisted on the side, and with the combined efforts of the three, they finally triggered the mechanism, and a secret door slowly opened, revealing a staircase leading to a deeper level.

As they went deeper, the air around them became heavier, as if something important was quietly waiting for their arrival.

“We’re here.” Zhou Wenjun stood in the center of a huge circular secret room. On the central platform was a crystal similar to the Star Stone, but more ancient. It emitted a faint and deep light.

“What…is this?” Xiao Zhao couldn’t help but take a few steps forward. The Heart of Light automatically flew out and revolved around the ancient crystal, as if there was some deep connection between the two.

“The source of the stars.” The leading man in ancient robes walked in slowly, his voice full of awe. “This is the origin of all star power, and it is also the place of your final trial. Here, you must learn how to truly integrate light and darkness and achieve unprecedented harmony.”

The four of them looked around, took a deep breath, and looked at each other. There was no need for words, as they were already filled with endless trust and determination between each other.

“Let’s get started.” Zhou Wenjun said softly. The four of them stood around the source of the stars, closed their eyes, and each of them reconciled the light and darkness in their hearts.

As they meditated, the Heart of Light and the Heart of Shadow simultaneously released light, resonating with the Source of Stars, and the entire chamber was filled with dazzling light. At this moment, light and darkness, ancient and modern, power and wisdom, all seemingly opposing forces, found the most perfect fusion in them.

“Success…” After an unknown amount of time, Li Xiaoxia opened her red lips, her face filled with shock and joy.

“Yes, we did it.” Xiao Zhao’s tone was full of emotion, “But this is just the beginning, there are more unknowns waiting for us in the future.”

“Together, nothing is impossible.” Zhang Zhendong patted Xiao Zhao on the shoulder, the determination in his eyes was self-evident.

“Then, let’s keep moving forward towards the unknown.” Zhou Wenjun made his final statement. He turned to face the new chapter that was about to open, his eyes flashing with infinite longing.

“Wait a moment.” The ancient robed man leading the group suddenly spoke. His eyes penetrated the vicissitudes of life, as if he foresaw that the road ahead would not be smooth. “Before that, there is another important task for you.”

The four of them turned their heads at the same time, their expressions full of confusion and expectation.

“In the far north, there is an ancient city sealed by ice and snow, where hides a ‘Frost Sword’ that can cut through illusions and reveal the truth. Only by obtaining this sword can you have a sharp edge against the forces of darkness in future battles.” The man in ancient robes spoke slowly, but every word was of great significance.

“Frost Sword…how do we find it?” Zhou Wenjun asked, with a look of determination between his brows.

“Follow the guidance of the Source of Stars, it will lead you to the right path. But remember, that land not only has a harsh environment, but also ancient guardians who test the will and courage of everyone who sets foot in.” The man in ancient robes had deep eyes, as if he knew everything.

“(bdad) Guardian…what is it?” Li Xiaoxia frowned, the weapon in her hand trembling slightly, she was ready for any challenge.

“Whether it is an ancient creature or a forgotten magic, no one knows. You just need to remember that the truth is often hidden in the most dangerous places.” The man in ancient robes shook his head slowly, as if he was recalling the distant past.

“Let’s go.” Zhang Zhendong’s simple words revealed his unquestionable determination. They have long been accustomed to facing the unknown and difficulties.

“Wait, I have some ancient maps and spells here, maybe they can help you.” As he said that, the man in the ancient robe took out a few rolls of yellowed parchment and some strange rune stones from his sleeves and handed them to them, “May the stars guide your way.”

The four of them took the items, and a warm and resolute power surged in their hearts. They looked at each other, and there was no need to say anything, as everything was said without words.

“Thank you for your guidance. We will break the ice and move forward with hope.” Zhou Wenjun bowed deeply and expressed gratitude on behalf of everyone.

“Go, warriors. Remember, true power comes from the light in your hearts.” The man in ancient robes bowed deeply in response, then turned around and gradually disappeared into the mist of the ruins.

In the north, on a vast snowy plain, the four men walked on the snow, leaving deep footprints with every step. The sky was filled with fine snowflakes, adding a bit of loneliness and grandeur to their journey.

“This map shows that the Frost Sword should be in the deepest part of this ancient city.” Li Xiaoxia held up the parchment scroll and carefully compared it with the vague outline of the city wall in the distance.

“It looks like we have to go through that city and be careful of those guardians.” Xiao Zhao tightened his cloak and looked around vigilantly.

“No matter what we encounter, we will fight side by side.” Zhou Wenjun said firmly, his tone was like the warm sun, dispelling some of the chill in the cold wind.

The group stepped into the ancient city. The broken stone walls were covered with thick frost, and the air was filled with an ancient and mysterious atmosphere. Not long after walking, a low roar came from deep in the ancient city, accompanied by a slight tremor in the ground.

“Here it comes.” Zhang Zhendong whispered, tightening the weapon in his hand.

A huge ice beast suddenly appeared in front of them. Its body was made of transparent ice, and its eyes flashed with faint blue light, like two cold blades.

“That’s it, the guardian in the ancient books.” Li Xiaoxia muttered in a low voice, the weapon in her hand shining with cold light, ready to fight.

“Let’s go together!” Zhou Wenjun shouted and rushed forward first. The Heart of Light and the Heart of Shadow glowed again, blending with the power of Zhou Wenjun and others, forming an unprecedented fighting posture.

The ice beast roared, bringing about gusts of cold waves, but the four of them, relying on their tacit cooperation and the blessing of the power of the stars, gradually approached the core of the ice beast.

After a fierce battle, the ice beast finally broke into countless pieces under their joint attack and dissipated into the air. Where the ice beast fell, a long sword shining with silver-white cold light lay quietly there. It was the legendary Frost Sword.

Zhou Wenjun slowly picked up the sword, a chill running through his heart, but with it came incomparable clarity and determination. “We did it.”

“This sword… I feel like it can cut off all the falsehoods in the world.” Xiao Zhao gently stroked the sword, a hint of shock flashing in his eyes.

“It’s time to go back and use this sword to add a layer of security to the upcoming changes.” Li Xiaoxia put away her usual playful expression and looked serious.

“Yes, the future is waiting for us.” Zhang Zhendong looked at the sunset that was gradually turning red in the sky, his heart full of expectations for the future.

Just as they were about to leave, the Frost Sword suddenly trembled slightly, and the tip of the sword pointed toward the deeper sky in the north, as if calling them.

“It seems that there are more challenges waiting for us.” Zhou Wenjun held the hilt of the sword with a confident smile on his face.

【890】With your support, everywhere is our home ground

“No matter how difficult the road ahead is, as long as we are together, there are no difficulties that cannot be overcome.” Li Xiaoxia followed Zhou Wenjun closely, her eyes full of unyielding spirit and persistence.

Xiao Zhao looked up in the direction pointed by the sword tip, frowned slightly, but nodded firmly: “Yes, the guidance of the Frost Sword is by no means accidental, it must be telling us that the north hides more secrets that we need to uncover.”

Zhang Zhendong shrugged, but his words were full of unquestionable power: “Then it is decided. Go north, even to the end of the world, to uncover the truth of all this.”

They set out on their journey again. The northern sky was unusually clear and cold, and the starlight seemed brighter, as if the power of the stars was lighting the way for them. As the journey progressed, the surrounding scenery became more desolate, but the hearts of the four people were closely connected by their common goal, and became more and more passionate.

“Can we really find the answer if we just go north blindly like this?” Under the cover of night, Xiao Zhao broke the silence with a hint of uncertainty in his tone.

“Faith can see through the fog better than eyes.” Zhou Wenjun replied, his eyes seemed to penetrate the darkness and see the unknown distance, “The guidance of the Frost Sword, plus our understanding of the power of the stars, will definitely lead us to the right place.”

As the conversation was going on, the ground suddenly shook, and a crack opened up from under their feet, as if Mother Earth was telling an ancient story. In the crack, a soft light rose quietly, tempting them to explore.

“Let’s go down and take a look?” Li Xiaoxia suggested, with weapons in her hands ready to deal with any emergency.

Zhou Wenjun nodded, and they carefully went down the crack and came to an underground space covered with strange symbols. In the center of the space, a crystal with a faint blue light was suspended, and it seemed that something was sealed inside, emitting an irresistible attraction.

“This is…” Xiao Zhao moved closer, and the Heart of Light jumped on his chest, resonating subtly with the power within the crystal.

“Seal, but what is sealed?” Zhang Zhendong looked around vigilantly, fearing that something unexpected might happen.

“Yes, a powerful existence.” A deep voice echoed in the empty space, and the man in the ancient robe appeared again. His figure seemed particularly mysterious in the dim light. “In ancient times, in order to prevent a disaster, the ancestors of the power of the stars joined forces to seal this threat here forever.”

“ 月妃裙，5玖3021]9+0_9* 威胁？是指什么？”李晓霞问，手中的武器因紧张而不自觉握紧。

“It is a shadow in the darkness, a being that intends to devour all light. Its name has been forgotten by history, leaving only this seal as a warning,” the man in ancient robes explained, his tone heavy.

“What should we do now? This seal seems unstable.” Zhou Wenjun observed the swaying light and thought of a countermeasure in his mind.

“The Star Stone chose you, not only to give you power, but also to hope that you can take on the responsibility of protection. This time, you must not only fight against external enemies, but also be prepared to face internal temptations and tests.” The words of the man in ancient robes seemed to strike directly at their hearts.

“We understand.” The four of them looked at each other, with unspoken determination in their eyes. “Whether it’s the darkness outside or the challenges within, we will face it together.”

“Very good.” The man in the ancient robe smiled and took out a token engraved with a star pattern from his arms. “This is the last treasure I can give you, the Star Token. It can help you when necessary.”

Zhou Wenjun took the token and felt the power of the stars contained in it. His sense of responsibility became stronger. “We will not let the tragedy of history repeat itself.”

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“Let’s go, time is running out.” The man in ancient robes took a few steps back and disappeared into the shadows again.

The four of them took a deep breath and stood around the sealed crystal. The Heart of Light and the Heart of Shadow reflected each other in the air. The star power in their bodies was completely stimulated, and they prepared to perform an unprecedented ceremony to reinforce this ancient seal.

“For the balance between light and darkness, and for the guidance of the stars, we swear to protect!” Zhou Wenjun announced loudly, and others responded. Their oaths echoed in the ancient space, causing ripples.

As they worked together, the light of the seal gradually stabilized, and the uneasy fluctuations slowly subsided. After completing all this, the four of them sat on the ground exhausted but satisfied, and the bond between them became stronger because of this common mission.

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“Although it’s just the beginning, we have taken an important step.” Li Xiaoxia wiped the sweat from her forehead, her smile full of confidence in the future.

“Yes, the unknown is always full of challenges, but as long as we are together, there are no difficulties that cannot be overcome.” Zhou Wenjun clenched the Frost Sword in his hand, his eyes flashing with longing for the future.

“We still have a long way to go towards the unknown, but every step will create our legend.” Xiao Zhao added, the Heart of Light jumping in his palm as if in agreement.

“Then let’s keep moving forward until we become the brightest light under the stars.” Zhang Zhendong stood up, brushed off the dust on his body, and looked forward with a firm gaze.

In the night, they set out on their journey again, with a desire for the unknown and a determination to protect. Their story has just begun…

“We never know what the future will be like, but we have each other, and that’s enough.” Zhou Wenjun’s words echoed among the four people and became the warmest support in their hearts.

【891】This is your mission, you must remember it firmly

“By the way, what is the origin of this Star Token?” Xiao Zhao asked curiously, while carefully studying the token in Zhou Wenjun’s hand, trying to decipher the secrets of the past from the patterns on the stars.

Zhou Wenjun chuckled, turned the token over, and showed it to everyone. “According to the ancient robe man, this token is a token left by the ancestors of the power of the stars. It has the ability to mobilize the power of the stars. At the critical moment, it can be a powerful helper for us.”

“Mobilizing the power of the stars sounds amazing.” Li Xiaoxia’s eyes lit up. She was always full of endless curiosity about these unknown powers.

“Although the power is great, it must be used with caution.” Zhang Zhendong reminded, he is always the steady one in the team, “Behind every power there may be a price, we must understand the conditions and limitations of use.”

“Yes, just like this seal, it is both a protection and a prison.” Xiao Zhao thought thoughtfully. He stared at the Heart of Light in his hand, as if he had found some resonance in it. “I think our next journey is not only about exploration and fighting, but also a journey to find balance.”

As they were talking, a gust of wind interrupted their conversation, and a huge bird suddenly swooped down from the night sky and landed on a boulder not far away. The bird was snow-white, with silver luster flashing between its feathers, like an elf in the moonlight.

“This is… the Frost-Feathered Phoenix!” Zhou Wenjun whispered in surprise. He knew that this legendary creature was a symbol of star power and represented purity and regeneration.

The Frost Feather Phoenix opened its beak and uttered a human voice: “Children of the stars, I am the messenger of destiny. Your journey has caused ripples in the depths of the universe. There is an important matter that you need to go to the Mist Island in the east to resolve.”

“Mist Hidden Island?” Zhang Zhendong frowned. “It is a place that is said to be full of dangers. It is said that the island contains relics of ancient civilizations and countless unsolved mysteries.”

“That’s exactly it.” Frost Feather Phoenix nodded, with a barely perceptible melancholy flashing in his eyes. “What you are looking for is a key that can balance light and darkness. Only by unlocking the secret of Kirigakure Island can you prevent the impending disaster.”

“Disaster? Is it the dark existence mentioned earlier?” Li Xiaoxia keenly captured the key information.

“It’s far more than that.” The Frost Feather Phoenix spread its wings and was about to fly. “Remember, the real battle has just begun. And you are the only hope that can lead the world to peace and light.”