“Who are you? Why did you lead us here?” Zhang Zhendong asked in a deep voice, his eyes fixed on the other party, not daring to slack off in the slightest.

The mysterious man smiled gently, and that smile was full of vicissitudes: “I am the last guardian, and the descendant of what you call the ‘Guardian of Light’. For a long time, I have been guarding this secret, waiting for someone who can truly take on the mission to appear.”

“Mission?” Li Xiaoxia repeated in confusion, with questions in her mind surging like a tide.

“Yes, the real purpose of the Key of Light is not just to open the ruins. It is the key to balancing light and darkness and maintaining world peace. Now, the dark forces are ready to move. Only by gathering the power of all the relics of light can we stop this disaster.” The guardian’s words were filled with unquestionable seriousness.

“We are willing to help, but how?” Xiao Zhao took a step forward, showing a decisiveness rare for a tech geek.

The guardian took out an ancient gem from his bosom and said, “This ‘Navigation Heart’ can guide you to other ruins, but remember, every ruin has dangers. You must rely on wisdom and courage to overcome everything.”

“我们不会退缩。”张振东接过了宝石， 飞庐找shu@5@3907:9_12陆 他的眼333中燃烧着坚定的火焰。

“Very good. Now, go, travelers. Time is running out, and the bright future is in your hands.” The guardian’s figure gradually blurred, and finally turned into a ray of light and merged into the “Key of Light”.

The four of them looked at each other, silently conveying trust and determination. They walked out of the cave, and the sky was already tinged with dusk, but for them, this was a new beginning.

“Let’s go, for the light.” Zhang Zhendong raised the “Key to Light” in his hand. At that moment, all the fatigue seemed to disappear, leaving only endless longing for the future.

“Face the light and don’t fear the darkness.” The three responded in unison. Under the setting sun, their backs were stretched out, just like the long and glorious journey they were about to embark on.

As they set out, a new journey begins, and the secrets of the “Key of Light” and those unknown relics are waiting for them to uncover one by one.

【903】Their story has just begun

The “Navigation Heart” glowed faintly in Xiao Zhao’s hand, as if guiding a predetermined direction. They drove through the winding mountain road, and the scenery along the way quickly receded, just like the peaceful days in the past, gone forever.

“The first relic is located in the Misty Forest in the east. It is said that it is shrouded in clouds and mist all year round, and people who go in will most likely get lost.” Li Xiaoxia was looking through ancient books with a frown on her face, obviously worried about the unknown ahead.

“Misty Forest?” Zhou Wenjun narrowed his eyes and quickly constructed a battle plan in his mind. “We need to prepare some special equipment, such as a fog locator and anti-psychedelic drugs. Xiao Zhao, you will be responsible for the equipment and technical support.”

“Leave it to me.” Xiao Zhao answered confidently, then took out his tablet and began to search and make reservations nervously.

Late at night, four people sat around the campfire, and Zhang Zhendong slowly turned the “Key of Light”. Under the moonlight, the patterns on the key seemed to come alive, telling an ancient story.

“I have a feeling that this journey will not be easy. We are not only facing the test of nature, but also those forces hiding in the dark, eager to destroy the balance.” Zhang Zhendong said in a heavy tone, his intuition is always extremely accurate.

“Then let us be the light that breaks through the fog.” Li Xiaoxia’s eyes flashed with determination. She put the small flashlight on her chest, as if she was swearing an oath with it.

The next morning, the entrance to the misty forest was within reach. The mist was like an invisible wall, blocking out all sounds from the outside world. Zhou Wenjun was the first to step into the mist, followed by the others. Soon, the surroundings became quiet, and only the sound of each other’s breathing and footsteps could be heard.

“Attention, according to the map, we should go northeast by east.” Xiao Zhao’s voice came from the communicator. Although they could not see each other clearly, the bridge of technology kept the team closely connected.

In the fog, time seemed to have lost its meaning until an ancient stone door loomed in front of them. The stone door was engraved with complex runes, emitting a faint blue light, which resonated subtly with the “Key of Light”.

“This is it.” Zhang Zhendong stepped forward and gently inserted the “Key of Light” into the groove in the center of the stone door. With a long roar, the stone door slowly opened, revealing a staircase leading to the underground.

Chapter 2: Shadow Labyrinth

At the end of the stairs is a complicated maze full of traps. On the walls, patterns painted with strange lights are like living things, constantly changing, making it difficult to tell the direction.

“These patterns seem to be guiding, but also seem to be confusing.” Li Xiaoxia stared at a pattern on the wall, trying to find a pattern in it.

“Separate and move forward. Everyone record the path they have taken and report the situation every ten minutes.” Zhou Wenjun gave the order, and the four of them walked into different passages. The challenge began.

“Be careful, there seems to be something wrong with the air here.” As soon as Xiao Zhao finished speaking, the surrounding walls suddenly began to shrink and the space suddenly became narrower.

“Keep calm and use your equipment to find the location of the control mechanism!” Zhang Zhendong’s voice came from the communicator, giving Xiao Zhao a shot in the arm.

After some effort, Xiao Zhao finally found a hidden button in the crack of the wall. After pressing it, the wall stopped moving. The crisis was resolved, but everyone knew that this was just the beginning.

A few hours later, they finally met in the center of the maze. In front of them was a magnificently decorated hall with a crystal ball in the center that emitted a warm glow. It was the clue to the next relic of light.

“It seems we have passed the test.” Li Xiaoxia smiled with relief. This time, her archaeological knowledge was not of much use, but they overcame the difficulties with their wisdom and unity.

Chapter 599: Dialogue and Departure

Just as they were preparing to study how to decipher the crystal ball, the floor of the hall suddenly shook, and a deep voice echoed in the air:

“.々Travelers, your courage is commendable, but the road ahead is even more difficult.”

“Who is it? Where are you?” Zhou Wenjun looked around vigilantly, his hands unconsciously clenching the tactical knife.

“I am the memory of this land. Countless years ago, I witnessed the decisive battle between light and darkness. Now, I am guarding here, waiting for the warrior in the prophecy.”

“What is our mission?” asked Zhang Zhendong, knowing full well that every clue could be the key to solving the puzzle.

“Find all the relics, awaken the dormant power, and stop the invasion of darkness. Remember, unity is your greatest strength.”

The words fell, the vibrations stopped, and the air seemed to return to tranquility. They exchanged glances, with both shock and determination in their hearts.

“No matter what challenges lie ahead, we will face them together,” Li Xiaoxia said softly, the light from the flashlight outlining a strong outline on her face.

“Towards the light, we will never give up.” Zhou Wenjun added, and the four of them formed a circle, their determined eyes meeting each other.

With a burst of crisp laughter, the hall fell into silence again, leaving only their backs, firmly moving towards the next unknown journey. In the conversation, they found each other’s strength.

——”So, where’s the next stop?”

——”No matter where, as long as there is light, we will reach it.” Zhang Zhendong’s answer was concise and powerful. Their story has just begun.

【904】For the sake of light, we will go forward without hesitation

Zhou Wenjun put away his tactical knife and looked through the crack of the door at the end of the hall. Outside was an endless desert, glowing with golden light under the setting sun. “It seems that we are going through the ancient legendary Wind and Sand City. There are ancient secrets about light and darkness hidden there.”

“Fengsha Ancient City?” Xiao Zhao quickly retrieved the information. “It is said that the ancient city is surrounded by quicksand, and the terrain is unpredictable. Once night falls, the ancient city will move with the wind, and those who are lost will forever wander between illusion and reality.”

“We don’t have much time,” Li Xiaoxia reminded. She stared at the crystal ball, and the warm light seemed to be pointing in a certain direction. “The coordinates shown by the crystal ball are exactly the center of Fengsha Ancient City. We must find a way in before nightfall.”

333 Zhang Zhendong nodded in agreement. “Prepare anti-sand equipment, especially positioning equipment, as well as sufficient water and food. This time, we need to be more cautious.”

——”In the desert, the most dangerous thing is not only nature, but also the undead spirits guarding secrets.” There was a hint of vigilance in Li Xiaoxia’s eyes.

“Ghosts?” Zhou Wenjun raised his eyebrows. He was not unfamiliar with this kind of supernatural existence. “We have the ‘Key of Light’, I believe it can help us dispel evil.”

“Besides,” Xiao Zhao interrupted with a hint of excitement, “I have a newly developed sonic exorcist device, which can theoretically interfere with and expel low-level undead.”

As night fell, the group set out on their journey to the ancient city of wind and sand. The desert wind brought a biting chill, the soft sand grains sparkled in the moonlight, and every step required double the effort.

After a fierce sandstorm, the ancient city of Fengsha appeared before their eyes like a phantom. The vicissitudes of history were engraved on the ancient stone walls, and the city gates opened automatically, as if to welcome their arrival.

“What…what is this?” Xiao Zhao’s communicator suddenly made a lot of noise, and unrecognizable signals jumped on the screen.

“Is this the ancient city’s way of welcoming?” Zhou Wenjun sneered and clenched the gun in his hand.

Walking into the city, the streets were empty, with only the sound of the wind blowing. Suddenly, a vague figure appeared from the darkness. It was a warrior wearing ancient armor, holding a long sword, with empty eyes.

“I am the guardian of the ancient city. I fell here thousands of years ago, just waiting for true explorers to prove your qualifications.”

“Proof?” Zhang Zhendong took a step forward, the Key of Light gleaming in his hand. “Our goal is to fight for light, to protect this world from darkness. The secret you are guarding is the answer we are looking for.”

The guardian nodded slightly, “Very good, then if you pass my test, you will gain the recognition of the ancient city and the clues for the next step.”

The guard turned into a flash of light and disappeared into the night in an instant, leaving only an empty street and a group of people looking at each other in confusion.

“The trial has begun.” Li Xiaoxia held the flashlight tightly and looked around for possible clues. “We must remain vigilant and be ready to fight at any time.”

Grains of sand slowly gathered on the street into monsters of various shapes. They looked strange and ferocious under the moonlight, approaching the four people step by step.

“Everyone, take your positions!” Zhou Wenjun shouted, quickly setting up the formation. Xiao Zhao activated the sonic exorcist device, and a strange frequency vibrated in the air, causing some monsters to move slowly.

Zhang Zhendong wielded the Key of Light, and each swing was accompanied by a dazzling light, defeating the approaching monsters one by one. “Unity is strength, and our faith is sharper than any weapon!”

After a fierce battle, when the last trace of evil thoughts was purified, the entire ancient city seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, and the guardian’s figure appeared again, this time with approval.

“You have passed the test. On the road ahead, you will find the boundary between light and darkness. Remember, the real challenge has just begun.”

As the guardian spoke, the ancient city of Fengsha gradually blurred, and finally turned into yellow sand and dissipated in the wind. They stood there, looking at the restored stars, their hearts full of fatigue and expectations for the future.

——”No matter how dangerous the road ahead is, as long as we are together, there are no difficulties that cannot be overcome.” Li Xiaoxia’s words are like a spring breeze, warm and firm.

——”That’s right,” Zhou Wenjun smiled back, “The next stop is the boundary marker. For the sake of light, we will go forward without hesitation.”

【905】Whether it is light or darkness, they will become the scenery on our road to exploring the truth

“Let’s go, time waits for no one.” Zhang Zhendong put away the Key of Light, his eyes flashing with determination. The team was ready to go again, heading in the new direction guided by the guardian. In the night wind, the figures of the four people seemed particularly resolute, and every step they took showed fearlessness and determination.

As they were walking, Xiao Zhao’s communicator suddenly rang. This time it was no longer a noise, but a clear data transmission sound. “I received an encrypted signal. It looks like a clue left for us by the ancient city. Let me decode it.” His fingers jumped quickly on the device, and soon, an ancient map and a series of puzzles appeared on the screen.

“It seems that finding the boundary marker is not as simple as moving forward in a straight line.” Li Xiaoxia examined the information on the screen with a frown. “These puzzles involve the history and myths of the ancient city. We need wisdom and patience.”

“Assign tasks and let each person be responsible for a part of the solution. This will be more efficient,” Zhou Wenjun suggested, while also observing the surrounding environment to prevent any accidents.

Under the moonlight, the four people dispersed and immersed themselves in the intricate puzzles. Time seemed to stand still, with only the sound of sand gently sliding down, intertwined with their rapid breathing. Finally, after some effort, the puzzles were revealed one by one, pointing to an ancient altar hidden behind the sand dunes.

“Found it!” Xiao Zhao shouted excitedly, and was the first to run to the altar. The altar was engraved with mysterious runes, and in the center was a seemingly ordinary stone, but when the Key of Light approached, the stone emitted a faint blue light, resonating with the key.

“This is the key to the boundary monument.” Zhang Zhendong said in a deep voice, and gently placed the Key of Light on the stone. In an instant, the ground shook, and the altar slowly sank, revealing a staircase leading underground, deep and full of unknowns.

“Be prepared, we don’t know what we will encounter next.” Li Xiaoxia tightened the flashlight in her hand and stepped into the darkness.

At the end of the stairs is a huge underground space with a huge black boundary marker standing in the center. On both sides of the marker, the forces of light and darkness seem to be intertwined like entities, forming a shocking picture.

“This is the starting point and end of everything.” Zhou Wenjun looked around, his tone full of awe for the unknown.

Suddenly, an ancient prophecy appeared on the boundary monument: “When the apostles of light and darkness gather, the balance of the world will be determined by their choices. Only those with pure hearts and firm beliefs can lead the world to the right path.”

“Is the prophecy a test for us?” Xiao Zhao murmured to himself, with a gleam of curiosity in his eyes.

“No matter what, now that we have come this far, there is no turning back.” Zhang Zhendong stepped forward and placed his hand on the boundary marker. The Key of Light emitted a dazzling light, forming a delicate balance with the dark energy. “Our choice not only concerns ourselves, but also the future of this world.”

——”Then let us be the answer to this prophecy.” Li Xiaoxia’s voice was firm and gentle, “Use our actions to prove that light will eventually illuminate darkness.”

Just as they were about to further explore the secrets of the boundary monument, a deep and majestic voice echoed in the space: “The real trial begins now…”

As the words fell, the surrounding scene suddenly changed, and the space twisted, as if it was going to swallow them up. Zhou Wenjun, Xiao Zhao, Zhang Zhendong and Li Xiaoxia looked at each other, their eyes full of trust and determination.

——”Come on, no matter how difficult the trial is, we will face it together.” Zhou Wenjun clenched the gun in his hand, with an unyielding and expectant smile.

“Are you ready, friends?” Zhang Zhendong’s voice penetrated the gradually heavy air. The four stood back to back, forming a tight formation. The Key of Light shone in Zhang Zhendong’s hand, as if it had become an invisible bond between them, conveying strength and faith.

“Since ancient times, the road to heroism has never been smooth.” Li Xiaoxia whispered, but her eyes were unusually bright. “We stand shoulder to shoulder and are not afraid of any challenge.”

As the echo of the deep voice gradually faded, a strong storm swept in from the void, carrying with it biting cold and blazing flames, symbolizing the most extreme collision of light and darkness. In the center of the storm, two vague figures slowly took shape, one covered in light, the other shrouded in shadow. They were the guardians in the ancient prophecy, coming to test the will and ability of the apostles.

“Sons of light, descendants of darkness, are you ready to accept the trial of fate?” The voice of the Guardian of Light was as clear as morning dew, with unquestionable solemnity.

“We are ready.” Xiao Zhao answered without hesitation. His fingers jumped rapidly on the communicator, trying to analyze the secrets behind this sudden phenomenon. “No matter what we face, knowledge can always guide us.”

“Courage is commendable, but wisdom is equally important.” The voice of the Shadow Guardian is like a whisper in the night, both tempting and dangerous. “Now, prove your worth. Answer our questions and overcome the obstacles in front of you, so that you can touch the core of the truth.”

Puzzles of light and darkness came one after another like a tide, each of which contained ancient wisdom and profound philosophy, testing the wisdom, courage and mutual understanding of the four people. Zhang Zhendong, Zhou Wenjun, Li Xiaoxia and Xiao Zhao quickly responded separately, and their conversations were full of sparks of strategy and inspiration.

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“This puzzle involves the architectural principles of the ancient city. Xiao Zhao, you are the most sensitive to data, so I’ll leave it to you!” Zhou Wenjun made a quick judgment.

“Li Xiaoxia, you have a wealth of historical knowledge. Can you interpret the clue about the ancient ritual?” As soon as Zhang Zhendong finished speaking, he saw Li Xiaoxia nodded, with the outline of the answer in her eyes.

In the tense and intense puzzle-solving process, they gradually discovered that these questions not only tested their knowledge, but also guided them to re-examine their inner world – the desire for light, the fear of darkness, and how to find their own balance between the two.

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“One last question,” the voices of the Guardian of Light and the Guardian of Shadow sounded at the same time, and their figures seemed to become more real, “What is the nature of light and darkness?”

The four of them smiled at each other, the answer had already taken root in their hearts.

——”Light is hope, and it is the beacon that leads us forward; darkness is a test, and it is the soil that promotes our growth.” Li Xiaoxia said slowly, and her words were both gentle and unquestionable.

——”We are not afraid of darkness because there is light in our hearts. It is this coexistence and confrontation that shapes the richness and diversity of the world.” Zhang Zhendong followed closely behind, and the key of light in his hand became even more dazzling.

At the moment they answered, the storm suddenly stopped, the guardian’s figure gradually dissipated, and was replaced by a peaceful and serene light. Above the boundary monument, a soft light overflowed from the stone and slowly covered the entire space, as if the world recognized their answer.

“It seems that we have passed the test.” Zhou Wenjun breathed a sigh of relief, but the vigilance in his eyes did not completely disappear.

“But this is just the beginning. The secret of the boundary monument and our mission are far from being revealed.” Xiao Zhao’s tone was full of anticipation.

The four of them regrouped in front of the boundary marker. They knew that although the road ahead was long and unknown, as long as they worked together, there would be no difficulties that could not be overcome.

——”Then let us move on.” Zhang Zhendong’s words were full of determination and confidence. He turned and looked at his companions, his eyes flashing with infinite longing for the future.

——”No matter light or darkness, they will become the scenery on our road to explore the truth. Together, until the end of the world.” 3.

【906】This is more like a profound education about existence

Li Xiaoxia smiled and nodded, with an adventurous glint in her eyes: “That’s right, every challenge is a step towards the truth. We are ready, right?”

Zhou Wenjun raised his hand, and the other three followed suit. The four hands were tightly clasped together, forming an unshakable promise: “Until the end of the world.”

As their oaths echoed in the ancient space, the light around the boundary monument began to change, forming a series of flowing pictures, which seemed to be the interweaving of the past and the future. In the pictures, the world swayed in the confrontation between light and darkness, but there was always a beam of light that penetrated the haze and illuminated the way forward.

“Look, the boundary marker is responding to us.” Xiao Zhao pointed at the ever-changing lights and shadows, his tone full of surprise.

“Yes, it reveals history while guiding our future.” Zhang Zhendong stared at the scenes, his determination becoming stronger.

The light and shadows eventually condensed into a clear direction, pointing to an unexplored secret room deep underground called “Three Three Three”. As the four embarked on a new journey, the mural scrolls in the passage automatically unfolded, telling the legendary stories of the ancient guardians and the rise and fall of the world. Every step gave them a deeper understanding and perception of the world.

“Every era needs heroes. Perhaps, we are the chosen ones.” Zhou Wenjun walked and pondered, with a hint of pride in his words.