"It seems that the test is about our own memories and choices." Su Mo whispered, her eyes becoming firmer.
"Yes, we just need to follow our hearts and make the truest reaction." Li Zixue nodded in agreement, and the book of wisdom opened automatically, and the light illuminated their path forward page by page.
As the illusion progresses, the test becomes more severe. They have experienced countless choices and sacrifices in the virtual world, and every decision is directly related to the safety of innocent lives. Through repeated trials, the three not only deepened their understanding of each other, but also deeply realized the weight of the word "compassion."
Finally, when the last scene dissipated, a dazzling light emerged in the center of the quiet lake. In the center of the light, a shield emitting soft white light hung quietly. It was the shield of mercy they had been looking for for a long time.
"We passed the test!" Li Zixue cheered, tears of excitement flashing in her eyes.
Zhao Ming stepped forward slowly. This time, he reached out his hand without hesitation and lightly touched the shield. The moment his fingers came into contact with the shield, a warm current surged through his body. It was not only the inheritance of power, but also the purification of the soul.
"We not only received the shield of compassion, but also gained priceless revelation." Zhao Ming turned around, his eyes burning, and said to Su Mo and Li Zixue, "The real power comes from the light and compassion in our hearts."< br>
"Yes, light and compassion are our eternal compass." Su Mo and Li Zixue echoed in unison, and the three of them shook hands tightly. At this moment, they seemed to feel the warmth and harmony of the entire world.
Night fell again, and they sat around the bonfire beside the quiet lake. They no longer had the tension and fatigue of the past, and were replaced by an unprecedented peace and contentment. In the night sky, the stars seemed to shine brighter than ever.
"What should we do next?" Li Zixue held the book of wisdom, her eyes flashing with infinite reverie about the future, "With the sword of courage and the shield of compassion, our strength is no longer what it used to be."
"We continue to move forward, looking for the last sacred artifact - the Crown of Hope." Zhao Ming's eyes were firm, as if he had seen the dawn of victory, "Only by gathering the three sacred artifacts can we truly fight against the coming shadow crisis. .”
"Crown of Hope...what kind of trial will be waiting for us?" Su Mo whispered to himself, with both expectation and worry on his brows.
"No matter what the road ahead is, we are no longer alone." Li Zixue held the hands of the people on both sides tightly, and the strength of the three people seemed to merge at this moment, converging into an unstoppable torrent.
Just as they were immersed in the warmth and planning, a strange wave suddenly rippled on the lake. A light and shadow rose from the water, and gradually transformed into the image of a woman wearing a silver gauze and a bright crown. Her appearance made everyone... The air around him seemed to freeze.
"Travelers, I am the goddess of the lake. I have been guarding the tranquility and peace here for a long time." The woman's voice was as clear as the lake water, and it carried a power that cannot be ignored. "The courage, compassion and kindness you have shown I am deeply moved by the mutual trust. Therefore, I would like to give you a guide.”
When the three heard the words, they couldn't help but hold their breath and listened with concentration.
"The crown of hope is neither in the distant sky nor sleeping in ancient ruins." The goddess waved her scepter lightly, and a beam of light shot into their hearts. "It is hidden deep in everyone's heart. Only When the world's darkest moments come, only those who truly believe in the existence of hope can awaken its true power."
These words were like a thunder, making them think deeply. It turns out that real power is not given by external things, but inner awakening and growth.
"However," the female mythology changed, "to face the coming darkness, inner hope alone is not enough. I will give you an ancient magic to help you become more tenacious on this road."
After saying that, she stretched out her hand and tapped her fingertips, and the foreheads of the three people bloomed with light of different colors - Zhao Ming's blue of thunder, Su Mo's natural green, and Li Zixue's purple of wisdom. After the light passed, they could clearly feel the increase in strength within their bodies, as well as an unprecedented tacit understanding and connection.
"Remember, the real challenge has just begun. Keep your faith and work together, and light will eventually defeat darkness." After saying that, the goddess's figure gradually faded until it completely merged into the lake, leaving only circles of gentle ripples. .
The three of them stood by the lake for a long time, feeling shocked but also filled with infinite longing for the future.
"Let's set off towards an unknown tomorrow." Zhao Ming broke the silence first, the sword of courage in his hand shining with determination.
"No matter where the Crown of Hope is, as long as we are together, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome." Su Mo said firmly, and her natural power seemed to be more agile.
"That's right, let us bring light to every corner until the crown of hope awakens in our hearts." Li Zixue closed the book of wisdom with a smile, her smile full of fearlessness for the future and trust in her companions.
"Now, let's go back to the people and use our newly acquired power to bring them more protection and hope." Zhao Ming suggested, determination flashing in his eyes.
"Good idea. Maybe in the process of helping others, we will find more clues about the Crown of Hope." Su Mo nodded, her long green hair fluttering gently in the breeze, and the breath of nature surrounded her, adding to the A bit mysterious and quiet.
"Moreover, the Book of Wisdom seems to be guiding us to do this." Li Zixue flipped through the ancient and mysterious book, and the words in it seemed to be alive, pulsating and guiding them in the direction.
They embarked on a journey again, this time not blindly chasing the holy artifact, but with a clearer mission - to use practical actions to sow the seeds of light and hope before darkness comes. Everywhere they go, they listen carefully to the people's demands, solve the monster infestation that plagues the village, and repair the damaged nature. Li Zixue's wisdom can always find the most suitable solution; Su Mo uses her power of nature to heal The land restores the ecology; and Zhao Ming uses his courage and strength to hold up a sky for the weak.
Along the way, their reputation became even louder and they were called the "Three Envoys of Light" and became a legend passed down by word of mouth among the people. But for them, the most important thing is that belief, that belief that they can move forward together hand in hand even in the face of the darkness at the end of the world.
One day, they stopped at the edge of a city shrouded in black fog. This place used to be a prosperous place, but now it is deathly silent. Wails and desperate whispers can be heard from time to time in the black mist, as if being swallowed by the shadow of despair.
"Is this the masterpiece of the shadow forces? We can't turn a blind eye." Zhao Ming clenched the sword of courage, and thunder and lightning roamed around him, preparing to dispel the darkness in front of him.
"Wait," Su Mo stopped him, "Direct confrontation may not be the best way. The natural air here has been seriously distorted, and we need to find the source of the pollution."
Li Zixue gently stroked the book of wisdom, and the pages turned automatically, finally stopping on an ancient illustration - a dungeon hidden deep in the city, in which a weeping soul was imprisoned.
"It seems that we have to sneak into that dungeon and rescue that soul." Li Zixue said, her expression serious and determined.
The three of them sneaked into the city cautiously. The black mist seemed to be afraid of their righteous hearts and quietly retreated. The entrance to the dungeon is secretive and gloomy, and a depressing atmosphere rushes towards you. They lit the torches and descended step by step into the dark abyss.
At the end of the dungeon, a weak soul is trapped in a strong iron cage. It is the guardian spirit of the city, gradually losing its power due to people's fear and despair.
"It was us who harmed you, and it was also because we were late." Su Mo said softly, her fingers lightly touched the iron cage, and green light filled the air, gradually disintegrating the chains.
The guardian spirit slowly opened his eyes, a pair of eyes full of gratitude and hope. "Thank you, brave travelers. Please accept my blessing, and may the light always shine on your road."
The guardian spirit turned into a warm light and merged into the bodies of the three people. At that moment, their power was sublimated again. Not only did the power in their bodies become stronger, but an indescribable connection was also established between their hearts, as if they could sense each other's emotions. Thoughts and emotions.
"This is the real power, which comes from the connection and resonance of the soul." Zhao Ming said with emotion.
"We are not only looking for the sacred artifact, but also looking for ourselves and the connection with the world." Li Zixue added, with deeper wisdom in her eyes.
"Then, let us continue to move forward and use this power to ignite every darkness until the crown of hope awakens in everyone's heart." After Su Mo's words fell, the three of them looked at each other and smiled. The smile contained the hope for the future. infinite confidence and hope.
"Let's go, where is the next stop? The Book of Wisdom will tell us the answer." Li Zixue gently closed the page of the book, and the cover glowed warmly under the light of the bonfire, as if to encourage them to move on.
As the night gets darker, the bonfire where the three of them sit around becomes a bit more mysterious and expectant. Suddenly, a line of writing in the book began to glow, and a map slowly emerged, pointing to a distant and unfamiliar place - the Valley of Forgotten.
"The Forgotten Valley... sounds both mysterious and dangerous." Zhao Ming held the sword of courage tightly, with curiosity and desire for challenge unconcealable between his brows.
"It is said that ancient memories and powerful power are sealed there, and at the same time, the secrets and regrets of countless explorers are hidden." Su Mo's tone was low, and the power of nature surged around her, as if she had a deep understanding of the unknown place. An inexplicable feeling.
"No matter what, if the clues of the Crown of Hope point to the Forgotten Valley, we must go and find out." Li Zixue's words were filled with determination, and the light of wisdom illuminated her eyes, as if she had foreseen the difficulties ahead. and glory.
"The next one is the fragment of the Heart of Nature. It is said that it is hidden in the secret realm closest to the sky." Li Zixue flipped through the book of wisdom, and the faint light in the book guided them to the unknown place.
Information about their journey spread like wildfire, attracting more followers. At the market of a small town, an old man stopped them, with admiration in his eyes: "Warriors, after hearing about your feats, I want to guide you in the direction. I was an explorer when I was young, and I know the path to The ancient path to the secret realm of the sky.”
"Old man, your help is so precious to us." Zhao Ming said gratefully. Every bit of help along the way brought them one step closer to their goal.
Under the guidance of the old man, they crossed the endless sea of clouds and came to an island suspended in the sky - the City in the Sky. Here, the air is fresh and seems to cleanse the soul. The residents live an isolated life with the wind as their companion.
"Welcome to the city in the sky, brave travelers." A woman dressed lightly as if she could dance with the wind said to them, "The fragment of the heart of nature you are looking for is hidden in the temple of our city. , but obtaining it requires passing the test of the Wind God.”
"Please lead the way, we are willing to accept any test." Su Mo replied calmly. There was a faint green flow around her body, which resonated harmoniously with the natural environment here.
The test is racing against the wind, along the island's most treacherous ridges, and finishing at a statue of the wind god. Zhao Ming, Su Mo and Li Zixue encouraged each other and worked together, and finally crossed the finish line accompanied by a strong wind.
In front of the statue of the God of Wind, they were awarded a fragment of the Heart of Nature, a piece of crystal that emitted a soft blue light. It rotated gently next to Zhao Ming's Sword of Courage, and the two seemed to have a natural affinity.
"You already possess power and harmony, and the remaining living water of the spring of knowledge will guide you to understand the truth of the world." The elder of Sky City said to them, his eyes shining with the light of wisdom.
With the newly acquired holy objects, they left the Sky City and headed for their final destination—an ancient library sealed by knowledge and history. Legend has it that the fountain of knowledge is hidden in the deepest chamber of the library, and only those who truly understand the value of knowledge can find it.
In the long corridor of the library, they encountered various puzzles and traps. Every time they solved it, Li Zixue's book of wisdom became more enriched, as if there was a new revelation behind every door illuminated by knowledge. Waiting for them.
"Found it!" In a dark secret room, Su Mo's voice broke the silence. A drop of clear spring water was suspended in the air, emitting a lavender light. It was the living water of the Fountain of Knowledge.
The moment they collected all the holy objects, the three of them felt an unprecedented sense of fulfillment. They understand that the challenges and gains along the way are not only about opening the door to time and space, but also about their growth and transformation as warriors.
"Now, it's time." Zhao Ming held the Sword of Courage, Su Mo held the fragment of the Heart of Nature, and Li Zixue gently raised the container containing the living water of the Fountain of Knowledge. The three of them gathered around the Stone of Destiny, holding it. One by one, they are embedded into specific grooves on the gemstone.
The gem suddenly bloomed with dazzling light, and a huge door of time and space slowly opened. Inside was a galaxy of countless possibilities, an intertwining of the past and the future.
"What will we find? Is it the unknown universe or the mystery of another world?" Li Zixue asked expectantly. "No matter what kind of situation it is, we must face it side by side." Zhao Ming held his companion's hand tightly, their eyes shining with the same determination and fearlessness. (End of chapter)