“No, we chose this path,” Li Xiaoxia corrected, her eyes firm, “It is the belief in our hearts that brings us together and makes us willing to fight for a greater goal.”

As we went deeper, a door made of light and shadow appeared at the end of the passage. It was neither completely bright nor completely dark, but seemed to be a bridge between the two. An ancient saying was engraved on the door: “Wherever the heart leads, there is light.”

“Is this the last level?” Xiao Zhao was a little nervous, but he couldn’t hide his excitement.

“No matter what lies ahead, as long as we are together, there will be no problem that we cannot overcome.” Zhang Zhendong stepped forward and inserted the key of light into the keyhole in the center of the door. As the key turned, the door slowly opened, and a warm and powerful force rushed towards them, enveloping them, as if it was the recognition of the world itself.

Behind the door is a space full of light, and the true form of the boundary monument is clearly visible – it is not just a stone tablet, but more like a beating heart, where light and darkness coexist harmoniously, jointly maintaining the balance of the universe.

“It turns out that this is the real boundary marker and the source of all balance and harmony.” Li Xiaoxia sighed softly.

“Our journey has only truly begun here.” Zhou Wenjun smiled. The gun in his hand was no longer a weapon of confrontation, but more like a shield to protect his companions.

As everyone was immersed in this sacred moment, a gentle voice sounded in their minds. It was a communication beyond language that directly touched their hearts: “Guardians, you have proven your worth. Next, a greater mission awaits you. May the wisdom of light and darkness always guide you forward.”

The sound gradually faded away, and the light of the boundary monument shone again, leaving an immortal mark on the four people. This mark is not only a symbol of honor, but also the key that connects them to the world, the past and the future.

“Friends, let us welcome the legend that belongs to us.” Zhang Zhen593<０_2_190[9 Dong turned around and met everyone’s gaze. The determination and trust he showed were stronger than ever.

——”Until the end of the world, light and darkness, side by side, we walk together.” Li Xiaoxia’s words, like a melodious overture, opened a new prelude to this epic journey.

In the melody of light and shadow, the four took a decisive step and entered a new chapter. Their figures gradually disappeared in the glory, leaving behind their infinite longing for the unknown and their endless courage to challenge.

——”So, where does the next miracle await us?”

Behind the Gate of Light, a brand new world unfolds, completely different from the previous ancient and mysterious one, full of vitality and hope. The surrounding scenes change rapidly, as if traveling through a time tunnel, and each scene records the great moments since the birth of the universe, from the birth of stars to the rise and fall of civilization, everything passes before their eyes, making them dizzy.

“This is not just a journey, it’s more like a profound education about existence.” Zhang Zhendong gazed at the flowing scene, his heart filled with unprecedented emotion.

“What we are witnessing may be the deepest secret of the world.” Zhou Wenjun held his hand tightly. The strength of the four people increased due to resonance. Friendship and belief forged an invisible armor at this moment.

Suddenly, the light and shadow in front of them stopped, and they found themselves standing on a vast grassland, with mountains in the distance and two suns and moons hanging in the sky. Light and darkness blended naturally here in great harmony. A group of creatures, not quite horses, emitting a faint fluorescence, wandered leisurely on the land, their eyes like the deep universe, full of the light of wisdom.

“Where is this?” Xiao Zhao looked around in amazement.

“It seems that we have come to the legendary ‘Land of Harmony’, where light and darkness have found their most perfect balance.” Li Xiaoxia gently stroked the soft mane of a creature beside her. These creatures did not seem to be afraid of strangers, but rather seemed friendly and curious…

Just as they were immersed in this strange and beautiful scene, a burst of rapid horse hooves broke the silence, and a knight wearing silver armor, holding a lance, and riding a creature-like creature came galloping from a distance. The knight’s face looked heroic in the sun, and he stopped in front of everyone, examining them with a sharp gaze, but without hostility.

“Welcome to the land of harmony, travelers.” The knight’s voice was clear and majestic. “I am the guardian of this place, Arthas. Few humans can reach here. Your arrival must have extraordinary significance.”

Payer [8.6-07[38_0#4 Five Zhou Wenjun stepped forward and answered on behalf of everyone: “We are the chosen guardians, searching for the truth of the world and our own mission. Excuse me, is there any clue here that can guide us?”

Arthas nodded slightly, a complex look flashing in his eyes. “Your journey is indeed extraordinary. There is an ancient relic hidden in the Land of Harmony, called the ‘Heart of Balance’. Legend has it that it can answer all the questions about light and darkness in the universe, and grant the user supreme wisdom and power. But to find it, you must pass the trial and prove that you are worthy of this power.”

“We are willing to accept any test.” Li Xiaoxia said firmly, and others nodded, determined.

Arthas smiled, a smile that was full of vicissitudes but still full of hope. “Very good, then let us begin. Remember, the greatest enemy is often not the darkness outside, but the shadow within.”

As Arthas waved his hand, the creatures on the grassland responded. They formed a huge circle, and an ancient stone slab emerged in the middle. The stone slab was engraved with complex and ancient runes, emitting a soft and mysterious light.

“This is the entrance to the first trial. It will lead you to face your own heart and untie the hidden constraints. Are you ready?” Arthas’s question was like a war drum, stirring everyone’s heart.

The four of them looked at each other, without saying anything, they put their hands together, and gathered their strength. Just as they said, until the end of the world, light and darkness will walk side by side.

“Ready.” Zhang Zhendong’s voice was loud and firm, with unquestionable determination.

As they stepped into the light of the stone slab, the surrounding scene distorted again, and a trial of self-awareness and transcendence began in silence.

——”No matter how difficult the road ahead is, we will eventually walk through it hand in hand, because…”

“Because we are the guardians of light and darkness.” Li Xiaoxia took over the conversation, and her voice echoed in the space, adding the most moving footnote to this adventure.

【907】Until the end of the world, we are together

…In the abyss where light and darkness intertwine, the four people each face unprecedented challenges. Zhou Wenjun is in a chaotic space, surrounded by various sounds, happiness, sadness, fear, anger… All the emotions in the world are intertwined into an airtight net, trying to devour his will. He closed his eyes tightly, clenched his fists, and was determined in his heart: “My will will not be easily shaken!”

“Very good, Zhou Wenjun.” Arthas’ voice seemed to have traveled through space and rang in his ears, “Only by recognizing yourself and mastering your own emotions can you find that fine line of balance between light and darkness.”

On the other hand, Li Xiaoxia was immersed in the long river of memories, with past laughter, tears, regrets and achievements emerging one after another, and every choice was like a heavy hammer hitting her heart. She took a deep breath, and her eyes became extremely determined: “My past has shaped me now, but it will not limit me from becoming the person I want to be.”

Zhang Zhendong was facing endless darkness, pitch-black, as if even time was swallowed up. But in the absolute darkness, he closed his eyes and felt with his heart: “Darkness is not the end, but the soil that breeds light. I believe that if there is light in my heart, why fear darkness?”.

Xiao Zhao was surrounded by countless puzzles and unknowns. Every time he solved a problem, more mysteries emerged. He felt desperate at first, but soon, a spirit of not giving up surged up: “Knowledge is the key to solving problems, and curiosity is the driving force that drives us forward. I am willing to keep exploring until I find all the answers.”

As they overcame their inner demons one by one, the originally chaotic space began to crack, beams of light penetrated the cracks, and finally four figures reappeared on the grassland of the Land of Harmony, with a brighter light flashing in their eyes, which was the determination and growth after the trial.

Arthas nodded approvingly: “You succeeded. This kind of persistence and courage are exactly the qualities that the guardian of the Heart of Balance needs. Follow me, the Heart of Balance is waiting for you.”

Passing through a quiet forest, they came to an ancient temple. In the center of the temple was a dazzling gem, which was the legendary “Heart of Balance”. The gem exuded gentle yet powerful energy fluctuations, which seemed to contain the wisdom and power of the entire universe.

“The Heart of Balance has chosen you to be its guardians. Remember, this power is used to maintain harmony between light and darkness, not to conquer them.” Arthas said solemnly, and gave each of the four people a pendant inlaid with a small fragment of the Heart of Balance.

Zhou Wenjun took the pendant and felt the profoundness contained in it: “We will use this power carefully to protect this world.”

“Not only the world, but also each other.” Li Xiaoxia added, her eyes sweeping over each person in turn, those were family-like eyes.

“So, what should we do now?” 86959>7:③89_找?群Xiao Zhao asked the question in everyone’s mind.

Arthas pointed to the distance, where something seemed to be happening. Ominous dark clouds appeared in the sky, and the power of darkness was stirring. “A new challenge is coming. An ancient and powerful existence is trying to break the balance. Go, guardians, use your new power to protect this hard-won harmony.”

The four of them put their hands together again, gathered their strength, and the oath echoed in the air: “Until the end of the world, light and darkness stand side by side, we walk together.”

——”No matter how dangerous the road ahead is, we have confidence and courage, because light and darkness have long been integrated in our hearts.” Li Xiaoxia’s words were like a key that opened the door to the unknown and added a bit of fearlessness and anticipation to the journey they were about to embark on.

Dark clouds rolled, thunder roared, and the four guardians stared at the sky shrouded in darkness. An indescribable sense of mission arose in their hearts. Zhou Wenjun spoke first, his voice firm: “We have no time to hesitate, we must act immediately. Arthas, can you tell us more about that ancient existence?”

Arthas’s gaze was far-reaching, as if he could see through the curtain of time. “That is a being that has been sleeping since ancient times, named ‘Shadow Overlord’. It once tried to control all light and darkness, causing a catastrophe. Now, it seems that some force has awakened it. We must find a way to seal it before it fully awakens.”

Li Xiaoxia frowned. “It doesn’t sound easy. We need a plan.”

Zhang Zhendong nodded in agreement. “Yes, our first step should be to collect more information. I remember there were some fragments about the Shadow Lord in ancient documents. Maybe we can find some clues there.”

“And I,” Xiao Zhao interrupted, his eyes gleaming with excitement, “can try to track the source of those mysterious energies and see if I can directly find the hiding place of the Shadow Overlord.”

“Very good, then we will split up.” Zhou Wenjun quickly assigned tasks. “Li Xiaoxia and I will go to the ancient library to look for relevant records. Zhang Zhendong, you use your intuition to look for possible clues on this land. Xiao Zhao, your mission is the most critical and dangerous, so you must be careful.”

“Don’t worry,” Xiao Zhao smiled confidently, “I’m not that easily defeated.”

The four of them have their own concerns, but they are closely connected by a common goal. They know that this battle is not only for the world, but also for each other, to protect the hard-won harmony.

——An ancient library, with bookshelves towering like a forest, and each volume carries a heavy history. Li Xiaoxia brushed the spine of the book lightly, and the ancient knowledge seemed to flow through her fingertips. “I found the novel Jun【5^9#九3(7_0+3_⑵4(. There is a description of the seal of the Shadow Lord here, but it seems incomplete.”

Zhou Wenjun took a closer look, frowning, “It mentioned the need for a long-lost holy object and an ancient ritual. The name of the holy object has been worn away by time and is difficult to recognize, but it mentioned the ‘Tears of Light’.”

“Tears of Light? It sounds like a divine weapon.” Li Xiaoxia thought, “Maybe we can find clues in historical relics.”

At the same time, Zhang Zhendong stood on a ruin, surrounded by stone sculptures forgotten by time. He closed his eyes and concentrated, sensing the veins of the earth. “There is residual energy of the shadow here. It seems that it was once a stronghold of the shadow master.”

At the other end, Xiao Zhao shuttled through the intricate maze-like tunnels, tracking the unstable and powerful energy source 333. Suddenly, a ray of light attracted his attention. It was a cleverly hidden secret room. “This is it. I found some kind of mark of the Shadow Lord, and… a broken gem? Could this be…”

As the four made progress, the dark clouds in the sky became thicker and a storm was about to come. They communicated with each other through telepathy and decided to meet in the ancient library to share their discoveries.

Back in the library, Xiao Zhao showed the broken gem, “I found this in the secret room. It feels very similar to the fluctuations of the Heart of Balance, but it’s also different.”

“Tears of Light, a broken holy relic,” Li Xiaoxia suddenly realized, “If I’m not mistaken, this gem should be a part of the Tears of Light. We have to restore it and complete the sealing ceremony.”

Zhou Wenjun looked at everyone and said firmly, “No matter how difficult the road ahead is, as long as we work together, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome. Now, let us work together to bring light into the deepest darkness.”

——”Are you ready, my friends?” Zhang Zhendong asked, with a determined light in his eyes.

“Always prepared.” Xiao Zhao said with a smile, holding the precious gem tightly in his hand.

“For light, for darkness, and for balance.” Li Xiaoxia’s voice was soft but firm, like warm sunshine penetrating the haze.

“Until the end of the world, we are together.” Zhou Wenjun finished speaking, and the four people’s hands were tightly clasped again. Their hearts and strengths reached an unprecedented resonance at this moment.

【908】You must take this road

As the power of the four guardians gathered, a strong wind blew through the library, and the pages of the ancient books turned automatically, as if even the air was responding to their oath. An unprecedented force surged from the fragments of the Heart of Balance and flowed to the broken Tear of Light gem. The cracks on the gem slowly healed, emitting a dazzling but not blinding light.

“It seems that the Tears of Light have recognized us.” Zhou Wenjun exclaimed. The gem in his hand seemed to have life and resonated with his heartbeat.

“But this is just the beginning. The sealing ceremony requires us to go deep into the territory of the Shadow Lord.” Li Xiaoxia reminded, with both determination and worry in her eyes, “It is full of unknowns and dangers.”

“That’s why we can’t retreat.” Zhang Zhendong’s voice was steady and powerful. “Arthas once said that only by truly understanding and accepting the coexistence of light and darkness can we have the power to protect the balance.”

Xiao Zhao stroked the restored tears of light, his face filled with a desire for the unknown, “I can’t wait to uncover all the secrets and illuminate the darkness with our wisdom.”

The four packed their bags, took the Tears of Light and clues from ancient books, and set out on a journey to the hiding place of the Shadow Master. On the way, they encountered creatures twisted by the shadows and cracked the puzzles of ancient mechanisms. Every crisis deepened their tacit understanding and trust.

Finally, they stood at the edge of the abyss where the Shadow Overlord slept. There was no day or night here, only endless darkness and occasional flashes of light, as if it was the oldest secret corner in the universe.

“This is it,” Li Xiaoxia whispered. She could feel the air around her was so heavy that it was almost suffocating.

Zhou Wenjun raised the Tear of Light, and the light of the gem was particularly dazzling in the darkness. “According to the ancient books, we will hold a ceremony here and use the power of the Tear of Light to reseal the Shadow Overlord.”

Zhang Zhendong looked around, vigilantly observing every possible threat, “Be prepared, I don’t want any accidents to disturb the ceremony.”

Xiao Zhao squatted down, touched the ground, closed his eyes and pondered for a moment, then a flash of enlightenment flashed in his eyes, “The ley lines here tell me that there is a specific location where the energy is most concentrated. We should perform the ceremony there.”

They came to the designated location as instructed and formed a circle. Zhou Wenjun placed the Tears of Light in the center. The four of them chanted the ancient spell at the same time. It was a melody connecting light and darkness, creation and destruction.

As the spell resounded, the Tears of Light burst out with light that pierced the sky, forcing back all the darkness around. Under the illumination of this light, a huge black shadow gradually emerged in the abyss. It was the sleeping Lord of Shadows. It seemed to feel threatened and began to wake up.

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At this critical moment, the Tears of Light turned into a beam of light and rushed straight towards the Lord of Shadows. With a roar that shook the earth, the abyss fell into silence again. When the light dissipated, the figure of the Lord of Shadows was no longer there, and in its place was a seal woven by light, firmly locking away the unknown horror under the abyss.

The four guardians collapsed on the ground, panting but smiling, they knew that they had just accomplished something extraordinary.

“We did it…” Zhou Wenjun said breathlessly, his eyes full of disbelief and pride.

“I hope this seal can last until the day when the world no longer needs our protection.” Li Xiaoxia said softly, her eyes showing both relief and longing for the future.

“Who knows, maybe one day, light and darkness will achieve true harmony and no longer need to be sealed.” Xiao Zhao smiled optimistically, his eyes flashing with curiosity and yearning for the unknown.

Zhang Zhendong stood up and looked towards the distant horizon, where the first ray of dawn was quietly breaking through the night. “No matter what the future holds, we will be together and continue to protect this world.”

The four of them supported each other and walked out of the abyss step by step. What will greet them is a new dawn and more unknown challenges.

——”Until the end of the world, light and darkness, we will move forward together.” Zhou Wenjun’s words echoed softly in the air, which was both a promise and a fearless oath for the future.

At the moment when these words fell, the dawn in the sky and the faith in their hearts converged into the brightest light, illuminating their way home.

【909】A new story is quietly beginning

Just as the four guardians were immersed in the joy of victory and their vision for the future, a subtle but extremely strong wave suddenly came from the abyss they had just left, breaking this brief tranquility.

“Wait, what’s that feeling?” Xiao Zhao stopped abruptly, his face solemn. His perception was always sharper than others.

Zhou Wenjun also frowned. He clenched the Tear of Light in his hand. The gem seemed to tremble slightly, conveying an uneasy message. “Something… has been awakened.”

“No, it can’t be ineffective so quickly!” Li Xiaoxia retorted in disbelief, but there was also a hint of uncertainty in her tone.

Zhang Zhendong seemed particularly calm. “No matter what, we must go back and confirm. If there is really an accident, the key is to respond as soon as possible.”

The four of them turned around immediately, and the hope that had just ignited in their hearts was once again overshadowed. Returning to the edge of the abyss, they found that the originally calm surface of the seal had tiny ripples, like the ripples on the lake surface blown by the wind, but in this bottomless darkness, it looked particularly strange.

“There seems to be a force struggling inside the seal, trying to break through.” Zhou Wenjun whispered, the Tears of Light in his hand shining brighter and brighter, as if responding to the challenge of that unknown force.

“We must strengthen the seal,” Zhang Zhendong said firmly, “but our current strength may not be enough.”

“I have an idea, but it requires taking a risk.” Xiao Zhao suddenly spoke, his eyes flashing with wisdom. “Ancient books mention an ancient strengthening ritual that requires a person who is willing to become an ‘anchor point’ to bind his soul to the seal and stabilize the seal with eternal sacrifice.”

The three of them were all shocked when they heard this. Everyone knew what such a sacrifice meant, but facing the possible crisis, no one backed down.

“I will be the ‘anchor point’.” Li Xiaoxia broke the silence, her voice firm and her eyes burning, “I am an elementalist. My power is connected to nature, so I am more suitable for this role.”

“No, Xiaoxia!” Zhou Wenjun objected, his eyes full of reluctance, “You can’t do this.”

“This is our common battle, and someone has to stand up.” Li Xiaoxia smiled gently, with too much determination and tenderness in her smile, “Moreover, as a guardian, protecting this world is my mission and what I want in my heart.”

Faced with Li Xiaoxia’s insistence, the three of them finally acquiesced. When a red sun jumped out of the horizon, bringing a new day to the world, they began the ancient strengthening ceremony.

As the ceremony progressed, Li Xiaoxia’s figure gradually became transparent, her soul light merged with the seal, the ripples on the seal slowly subsided, and finally tranquility was restored. But beneath this tranquility was Li Xiaoxia’s endless sacrifice and her deep hope for her companions.

“Remember, no matter what the future holds, you must protect this world.” Li Xiaoxia’s voice echoed in everyone’s heart. Although her figure had disappeared, her will remained with them.

“We will, Xiaoxia.” Zhou Wenjun looked up at the sky, his eyes slightly red, but he tried hard not to let the tears fall, “For you, for this world, we will not stop.”

As the last ray of light faded, the four guardian groups became three. But their eyes were more determined, they carried greater responsibilities, and possessed stronger power.

“Let’s go, friends.” Zhang Zhendong said softly, his eyes piercing through the morning light, looking at the vast unknown and challenging world, “We still have a long way to go, many secrets to uncover, and many battles to win.”

They walked shoulder to shoulder towards the distance, their hearts filled with nostalgia for Li Xiaoxia, longing for the future, and the defense of the delicate balance between light and darkness.

——”Until the end of the world, your light will be with us.” Behind them, there seemed to be a whispered response from the abyss. It was Li Xiaoxia’s eternal protection and her deepest blessing for them.

Just as the three were about to step out of the abyss and continue their unfinished journey, a sudden strong wind swept in, carrying an ancient and mysterious breath, making their clothes rustle.

“This is…” Xiao Zhao narrowed his eyes, trying to capture some information from this sudden change.

“It seems that Xiaoxia’s sacrifice not only stabilized the seal, but also awakened some dormant power.” Zhou Wenjun clenched the Tears of Light in his hand. The light seemed warmer and stronger, as if leading them forward.

“We are not alone.” Zhang Zhendong said in a deep voice, his tone was both heavy and expectant, “Although Xiaoxia is gone, she opened a new door for us at the cost of her life.”

The three of them followed the direction of the wind and soon came to a forgotten ancient ruins. There were many stone pillars, each of which was engraved with long-lost words and totems, revealing an indescribable solemnity and sacredness.