Under the starlight, the figures of the four people gradually merged into the night, leaving only the afterglow of the campfire swaying gently in the silent valley, as if telling the night sky that even the faintest light can illuminate the way forward.
The night was getting darker, and the stars seemed to be getting brighter, giving the four-man team's camp a silvery edge. Yueyue's breathing gradually became steady, with a smile on her lips. In her dream, she had become the hero in the story. Together with her brothers and sisters, she overcame obstacles and protected the world.
Su Mo gently covered Yueyue with a blanket, his eyes gently sweeping over each of his sleeping teammates, and his firm belief in the future surged in his heart. "No matter what the road ahead is, having you by my side is my greatest luck." He muttered silently in his heart.
Zhao Ming sat aside, with the power of thunder and lightning surrounding his body, but his eyes were gentle, and he was carefully polishing a newly made arrow. Every stroke he makes is his preparation for the upcoming challenge and a silent commitment to the team. "Accuracy and speed will be the best gifts I can give to my enemies." He whispered to himself.
Li Zixue caressed the cover of the Book of Wisdom, as if having a silent communication with it. Her eyes sparkled with a thirst for knowledge and a curiosity about the unknown. "Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, Shadow of the Moon, ancient wisdom, please guide us to find the right path." She prayed silently in her heart.
The mysterious shadow guard was conducting his night patrol not far away, his figure elongated in the moonlight, looking both lonely and powerful. Although he was silent, every step he took was full of determination, just like his silent oath to the team - to protect them until the last moment.
The night breeze was cool, but it also brought some subtle changes. Suddenly, a faint blue light emerged from Li Zixue's Book of Wisdom, gently rotating in the center of the camp, gradually forming a complex pattern. "Yes... it's a map!" Li Zixue shouted in surprise, waking up his companions from their thoughts.
"Guidance from the Valley of the Wind?" Su Mo quickly came to Li Zixue, and together they stared at the slowly rotating light pattern.
Zhao Ming and the mysterious shadow guard also gathered together, with four pairs of eyes staring closely at the mysterious changes in the light pattern, as if it contained key information for their next journey.
The light map gradually stabilized, revealing a deep valley surrounded by mountains and shrouded in clouds and mist. In the deepest part of the valley, there seemed to be a silvery crescent moon hidden. "Moon Shadow, it seems we must find the hidden moon." Li Zixue said thoughtfully.
"No matter what is hidden there, we have to find out." Zhao Ming's eyes were full of determination, "Get ready, we will set off immediately."
The mysterious shadow guard nodded in agreement. Although he did not say a word, his clenched fists showed his determination for the mission.
Yueyue was also awakened by this sudden change, rubbed her eyes and walked among the people. "Big brother, big sister, I want to go too!" Her eyes sparkled with expectation and courage.
Su Mo touched her head tenderly, "Of course, Yueyue, you are a crucial member of our team. However, this journey may be full of dangers. Are you ready?"
Yueyue nodded firmly, "As long as I'm with you, I'm not afraid of anything!"
"Then it's settled. Let's get ready and set off immediately to the Valley of the Wind to uncover the secret of Moon Shadow." Su Mo announced, his tone mixed with unquestionable determination and yearning for the unknown. His green eyes looked even deeper in the night, as if he could see through all the upcoming challenges.
Zhao Ming quickly checked the equipment to ensure that every weapon was in the best condition. "We have to hurry. Entering the valley before dawn can reduce unnecessary troubles." His tone was calm and professional, and the arrows surrounded by thunder and lightning in his hands shone with a heart-stopping light, indicating that the journey he was about to face was not a simple one.
The mysterious shadow guard has already taken the lead, hiding in the dark night, responsible for pathfinding and warning. His actions are silent and efficient, shuttling through the forest like a ghost, eliminating all potential threats for the team.
"The Book of Wisdom shows that there are ancient institutions and numerous tests of nature in the Valley of the Wind. We need to proceed with caution." Li Zixue said while quickly searching for relevant information in the book, hoping to provide more clues for this expedition. There is both fear of the unknown and fearlessness in exploring the truth in her eyes.
The four of them quickly dressed up and followed the invisible mark left by the mysterious shadow guard deep into the forest. The moonlight washed over them, paving a silver-white road for their journey. Although Yueyue is the youngest, she has no fear and follows in the footsteps of her elder brothers and sisters. The desire for adventure in her heart makes her particularly brave.
Along the way, the forest becomes denser and denser, with strange creatures occasionally peering among the exotic flowers and plants, and the outline of the Valley of the Wind gradually becomes clearer. It is surrounded by towering mountain peaks, like a secret garden carefully carved by the God of Nature.
"Look, the entrance should be ahead." Zhao Ming pointed to a rock crack in front that was eroded into a special shape by the wind. The thunder and lightning converged into a beam of light at his call, illuminating the way forward.
Passing through the narrow stone crevice, the sight in front of them shocked everyone. The interior of the Valley of the Wind is open, with a green grassland in the center and winding mountains all around. In the sky, a huge silver moon is casting a soft light, dyeing the entire valley with a dreamy color. .
"Moon Shadow...where is it?" Yueyue looked around, her little face full of curiosity and expectation.
Li Zixue opened the book of wisdom again. As the light flowed, a detailed map appeared on the page, pointing to a place hidden by dense forests deep in the valley. "The map shows that the secret should be in that forest area."
Stepping into the dense forest, the light suddenly dims, and the air is filled with an ancient and mysterious atmosphere. As they walked, a huge stone formation suddenly appeared in front of them. Complex runes were carved on a huge stone in the center. The moonlight just passed through the treetops and shone on those runes, giving off a faint blue light.
"It seems that this is the key to unlocking ancient wisdom." Su Mo gently touched the runes and felt the natural power contained in them.
Just as everyone was studying how to unlock the seal, a distant and mysterious call sounded in their hearts, and the Heart of Harmony fragment in Yueyue's hand suddenly shone with dazzling light, as if responding to some kind of call.
"Sister, it seems like it wants to take me somewhere..." Yueyue took Li Zixue's hand and pointed to the path on one side of the stone formation.
Without hesitation, the team decided to follow Yueyue and the mysterious guidance. The path ends in a moonlit cave filled with more runes and symbols of wisdom. In the deepest part of the cave, a moon shadow made of crystal hangs quietly in mid-air, emitting a warm and soft light, as if it is the core of the entire valley.
"We found... the Shadow of the Moon." Li Zixue said softly, her eyes filled with tears of excitement.
Yueyue walked towards the mysterious moon shadow step by step, and the Heart of Harmony fragments resonated with it, releasing powerful energy fluctuations, and the surrounding runes also lit up, as if the entire valley was responding to this moment.
"This is... the power of knowledge, the echo of history." Zhao Ming murmured to himself, feeling the baptism of ancient wisdom.
"What does it want to tell us?" Yue Yue asked, her voice echoing in the cave, full of a child's innocence and desire for the unknown.
"Maybe it's time to reveal the truth behind all this." Su Mo said, stretched out his hand and touched the moon shadow. In an instant, thousands of scenes emerged before their eyes, and ancient legends and future prophecies about the Valley of the Wind, the Shadow of the Moon, and the entire world unfolded like a scroll.
"We... finally found it." Li Zixue was filled with emotion. She knew that this was not only a node in their journey, but also the key to protecting the world from crisis.
Just when everyone was immersed in the revelation of ancient wisdom, there was a sudden movement outside the cave, breaking the tranquility of this moment...
"We must go back immediately and bring this information to the people who need to know." Zhao Ming said vigilantly, while preparing to deal with possible crises.
"Yes, time is running out." The mysterious shadow guard's simple words revealed a sense of urgency that cannot be ignored.
"But, what is the situation outside? We can't just rush out blindly." Li Zixue reminded, the book of wisdom turned automatically, as if looking for information that could help them.
Yueyue held Su Mo's hand tightly, her eyes filled with nervousness and determination that was no less than anyone else's, "Brother, I will protect everyone!"
Su Mo smiled, gave Yueyue an encouraging look, and then turned to everyone: "We are a team. No matter what we face, we must act together. Zhao Ming, you are responsible for exploring the front. Brother Shadow Guard, you stay behind to ensure that we Safety. Li Zixue, rely on your book of wisdom to guide us.”
"Understood!" The three responded in unison, each getting ready.
As Zhao Ming walked out of the cave cautiously, the world outside seemed even weirder than when he came in. In the darkness of the night, a group of unknown creatures were gathering in the forest. Their eyes were shining with strange light, and they were obviously attracted by the energy that had just been released here.
"They are elemental beasts. They usually do not attack actively, but it is another matter if they are angered by powerful forces." Li Zixue quickly identified these creatures and explained in a low voice.
"Avoiding conflicts is the best strategy." The mysterious shadow guard's voice was low. He had already retreated into the darkness, preparing to eliminate potential threats for the team.
Su Mo made arrangements softly: "Zhao Ming, use your arrows to create a way out and attract their attention. Li Zixue and Yueyue, follow closely behind me. Let's pass through as quietly and quickly as possible."
The plan was executed immediately, and Zhao Ming accurately fired several arrows with the power of thunder and lightning, creating a brief commotion in the forest. While the elemental beasts were being lured away, the team quickly passed through the gap and evacuated towards the camp.
"Brother, why are they running after the light?" Yueyue asked in a low voice, her eyes full of curiosity about these magical creatures.
"Because light means energy or hope for many creatures." Su Mo explained patiently, while remaining vigilant to ensure the safety of the team.
When they returned to the camp safely, it was late at night, but everyone could not calm down. The experience just now was not only thrilling, but also made everyone realize that the responsibility on their shoulders is even greater.
Sitting around the campfire, Zhao Ming spoke first: "We discovered the Shadow of the Moon and learned some key information, but the outside world seems to have become restless because of our exploration."
"Yes, what is more important now is how to use this information to prevent possible disasters." Li Zixue flipped through the book of wisdom, hoping to find more clues.
Yueyue looked at everyone's serious expressions and suddenly said: "Brothers and sisters, don't forget, we still have the Heart of Harmony fragment, which has been guiding us!"
Su Mo nodded, a trace of tenderness flashed in his eyes: "Yueyue is right, the heart of harmony is our important support. Tomorrow morning, we will organize and report the information, and at the same time, we must be prepared to face greater challenges."
Although the mysterious shadow guard was silent, his clenched fists showed his determination to be with the team.
As the night progressed, the discussion around the campfire came to an end. The team members took a rest with worries and determination about the future, but they did not know that the crisis in the dark was quietly approaching. Early the next morning, when the first ray of sunlight penetrated the treetops, and the team was gearing up to bring the newly discovered information back to the base, a burst of rapid and messy footsteps broke the tranquility of the morning.
"There is an enemy!" The mysterious shadow guard's voice was like the cold wind in the dark night, instantly alerting everyone. Before he finished speaking, several figures suddenly burst out from the forest. They were the elemental beasts they had encountered before, but this time, their eyes were no longer just curious, but filled with obvious hostility.
Zhao Ming quickly nocked the arrow, but before he could launch it, a larger spiritual beast suddenly accelerated and rushed towards Yueyue. Little Yueyue froze in place due to the sudden attack, her eyes full of horror.
"Yueyue, be careful!" Li Zixue screamed, and at the same time stretched out his hand to pull Yueyue, but the distance was too far and he could not rescue her in time.
At this moment, a black shadow flashed past, and the mysterious shadow guard stood in front of Yueyue like a ghost. With a wave of his hands, an invisible force bounced the spiritual beast away. However, another spirit beast took the opportunity to pounce from the side, its sharp claws piercing the air and hitting the Shadow Guard's shield. The shield cracked under the impact, and at the same time, a claw inadvertently brushed against Yueyue's calf, leaving a bloody trace.
"Ah!" Yueyue cried out in pain, and the blood on her calf slid down the edge of her boots, staining the ground under her feet red.
"Yueyue!" Su Mo's expression changed drastically, and he rushed forward, protecting Yueyue in his arms. At the same time, he took out the ointment he carried with him and quickly treated her wounds. Yueyue gritted her teeth, tears welling up in her eyes, but she stubbornly did not let them fall.
"We have to leave here immediately." The mysterious shadow guard said coldly. In addition to calmness, there was also a hint of apology in his eyes that was not easy to detect. This accident obviously touched his inner sense of responsibility. "Zhao Ming, how long can you delay?" Su Mo asked, carefully picking up Yueyue and preparing to evacuate. (End of chapter)