"We did it!" Yueyue opened her eyes excitedly, and the brilliance of the gems reflected on everyone's face, full of joy and sense of accomplishment.
"This is not only the power of gems, but also proof of the trust and cooperation between us." Li Zixue sighed, and the book of wisdom closed gently and completed its mission.
"What should we do now?" Yueyue asked, holding the gem that contained incredible power tightly in her hands. The air around her seemed to be trembling with this power.
Su Mo smiled, his eyes flashing with expectations for the future: "We will return with it and give it to the elders of the alliance. This power should be used to protect our world, not become the focus of the fight."
"However, there will definitely be more tests on the way out." Zhao Ming reminded, never letting go of the bow and arrow in his hand, alerting every possible corner.
The mysterious shadow guard then spoke slowly: "I will explore the path first to ensure that our return journey is safe." His figure merged into the shadows again, silently, but giving people great peace of mind.
"I want to help too!" Yueyue held up the gem in her hand, her small body hiding unyielding courage.
"Of course, each of us is important." Li Zixue patted Yueyue's head gently. The book of wisdom was gently opened at this moment, seeming to silently tell them that knowledge and courage go hand in hand, and they will be able to overcome everything. .
Just as the four of them were preparing to set off, a low roar suddenly came from deep in the palace, the floor began to tremble, and the murals seemed to come alive, telling the story of urgency and warning.
"Is this...a test from an ancient civilization?" Su Mo frowned, keenly aware that something was wrong.
"It looks like we still have to pass the final test." Zhao Ming's eyes became more determined, and the arrow was already on the string, ready to face what was coming.
Yueyue was very excited: "It's like the final level of the game! We must win!"
Li Zixue's book of wisdom automatically turned to a page, and ancient runes flashed as if to guide them: "The book records a secret path that can avoid direct conflict and go straight to the exit."
The mysterious shadow guard reappeared in the light, and his simple and powerful words gave everyone great confidence: "Follow me closely, the secret way is at your feet."
Following the instructions in the book, they passed through a series of intricate secret passages, encountering various mechanisms and illusions along the way, but relied on their mutual trust and wisdom to crack them one by one.
Finally, after passing the last obstacle - a seemingly insurmountable wall of flames, Su Mo took a deep breath and gently placed the gem in the center of the flames. The flames miraculously separated, forming a safe passage.
"This is the final verification of the key to the soul." Li Zixue explained softly, his eyes filled with admiration for his teammates.
After passing through the Flame Gate, they returned to the entrance of the ruins again. The bright sunlight made them squint their eyes. In the distance, Alliance reinforcements were waiting.
"We succeeded!" Yueyue raised her hands high in joy.
"Yes, we did it." Su Mo looked into the distance, filled with emotion, "We learned a lot from this adventure."
"It's not just an adventure, but also a journey of trust, courage and friendship." Zhao Ming's words revealed deep gratitude.
The mysterious shadow guard stood aside. Although his face was still hidden in the shadows, his voice was clearer than usual: "I am honored to be able to write this legend with you."
Just as the group was immersed in the joy of victory and enjoying the warmth of the sun, a sudden loud noise broke the tranquility. The ground shook violently, and a huge piece of gravel fell from the sky and headed straight for Su Mo. Under the horrified gazes of everyone, Su Mo instinctively pushed away his companions, but before he could dodge, he was hit by a heavy stone and fell down.
"Su Mo!" Yueyue screamed and trotted to Su Mo's side, tears welling up in her eyes.
Zhao Ming and Li Zixue also quickly gathered around, looking solemn. The mysterious shadow guard flashed over and checked Su Mo's injuries. He frowned and said, "He is seriously injured and must be treated immediately."
"Here is my first aid kit, use it quickly." Li Zixue hurriedly opened her backpack and took out the medical supplies. She was in a hurry but still tried her best to stay calm.
Su Mo's face was pale, and he endured the pain, but with a faint smile on his lips, "Don't worry, I haven't fallen down that easily."
"Your injuries are serious, don't be ridiculous." Zhao Ming frowned, and while helping to fix Su Mo's wounds, he did not forget to comfort Yueyue, "It's okay, we will take you back, the alliance has the best doctors. ”
Just as everyone worked together to lift Su Mo up and prepare to leave the ruins, a deep voice sounded from behind: "Wait a minute."
They turned around in surprise and found a figure slowly walking out of the shadows. It turned out to be the guardian of the ruins who had never appeared before. He was wearing a worn-out cloak, his face was weathered, but there was a majesty in his eyes that could not be ignored.
"I am the guardian of this ruins. I feel the innocence and courage in your hearts, especially this young man who sacrificed himself to protect his companions." The guardian walked to Su Mo and reached out to touch Su Mo's wound, feeling a gentle feeling. The energy immediately flows, and the wound heals at a speed visible to the naked eye.
"You are..." Su Mo looked at the guardian in surprise, the severe pain in his body had been greatly relieved.
The guardian smiled slightly, "I am the guardian of this ruins for thousands of years, and I am also a former explorer. You have passed all the tests and proved your worth. As a reward, I am willing to give you something."
After that, he took out a yellowed scroll from his cloak and handed it to Li Zixue, "This is an ancient healing technique. With it, you will be able to heal more pain."
Li Zixue took the scroll with both hands, her eyes full of gratitude, "Thank you, this will be our most precious wealth."
"Remember, real power comes from inner kindness and selflessness." The guardian's words seemed to have magic power, deeply touching everyone present.
"We will not forget today's experience." Su Mo stood up slowly. Although his steps were a little frivolous, his eyes had returned to their former determination.
"Yes, we will continue to move forward with this strength." Zhao Ming clenched his fists and looked firmly.
Yueyue ran to the guardian, raised her little face and said seriously: "Thank you for saving Brother Su Mo, we will help more people in the future!"
The guardian touched Yueyue's head lovingly, "I hope you can pass on this spirit and become a true hero."
Just as they were about to leave, the mysterious shadow guard suddenly spoke: "Guardian, do you know what kind of threats the outside world is facing?"
The guardian stared into the distance and said solemnly: "I know, this is why I chose to help you. Remember, in the face of darkness, light and courage are always the greatest weapons."
After finishing speaking, the figure of the guardian gradually faded away until it completely blended into the shadows, leaving only a long echo: "Brave men, the road ahead is still long, I wish you a safe journey."
The four of them looked at each other and started on their way home again. Although Su Mo was injured, the healing from the guardian not only repaired his body, but also strengthened their faith.
Just as the group was immersed in the guardian's words and blessings and prepared to leave the ruins, the air around them suddenly solidified, and an ominous premonition spread in everyone's mind. The sunlight seemed to dim a bit, and a sudden black shadow passed by like a ghost, aiming directly at the unsuspecting Yueyue.
"Be careful!" Su Mo shouted. Although his body had not fully recovered, he instinctively wanted to pounce on Yueyue, but Zhao Ming held him back. "I'll do it!" Zhao Ming quickly drew out a special arrow and aimed at the black shadow. However, the black figure was extremely fast and was close to Yueyue in the blink of an eye. It stretched out a hand wearing a strange silver glove and suddenly grabbed the top of Yueyue's head.
Yueyue jumped back instinctively, the gem in her hand flashed with light, and she narrowly avoided the grab, but her little face was already pale with fright. "Who?!" she asked loudly, her eyes wide open, full of anger and confusion.
"Hehehe..." A cold laughter echoed above the empty ruins. Along with the laughter, an unknown figure wearing a black robe and his face covered by a mask slowly walked into the light. He was playing with a pair of silver hooks in his hands, which were the murder weapons that attacked Yueyue just now. "What an interesting little guy. He has such a treasure at such a young age." His voice sounded particularly harsh and cold through the mask.
"What do you want to do to us?" Su Mo asked coldly, his body tense, ready to respond to possible attacks at any time.
"What to do? It's very simple. Give me the gem, and I might consider letting you go." A cruel smile appeared on the corner of the black-robed man's mouth, and his eyes wandered greedily over the gem.
"Dream!" Zhao Ming's arrow was on the string, and the tip of the arrow was pointed directly at the man in black. "We will never let you succeed."
Li Zixue also held the book of wisdom tightly. The pages opened automatically, and the ancient words shone brightly, as if looking for a countermeasure. The mysterious shadow guard moved quietly to the flank of the black-robed man, like a cheetah waiting for an opportunity, waiting for the best opportunity.
"Stupid choice." As soon as the man in black robe finished speaking, his figure suddenly blurred and spread like smoke. The next moment, he appeared behind Yueyue, and the silver hook swung out again, bringing up a strong wind.
"Yueyue, be careful!" Su Mo and Zhao Ming shouted at the same time, but they were too late to rescue.
At this critical moment, Yueyue's eyes flashed with determination. Instead of escaping, she raised the gem in her hand and shouted loudly: "I will never allow you to hurt my friends!" The gem glowed brightly, forming a dazzling shield that blocked the fatal blow of the man in black robe.
"How is that possible!" The man in black robe showed a hint of surprise, obviously not expecting Yueyue to have such a counterattack.
"Because we are a team!" Li Zixue recited an ancient spell at the right time, and the Book of Wisdom released a halo of light that surrounded everyone, enhancing the power of the shield.
"Retreat, we are no match for them." Seeing that the situation was not good, the man in black robe quickly stopped and used his smoke-like movement skills to escape from the scene.
"Want to leave? It's not that easy!" The mysterious shadow guard suddenly appeared next to the man in black robe, and at some point there was a sharp short blade in his hand, which was pointed at the man in black robe's vitals.
"Hmph, you are lucky today, but don't be complacent for too long. The thread of fate will eventually lead us to the decisive battle." The man in black robe said a meaningful word, and his figure completely disappeared in the shadows, leaving only a trace of A string of eerie laughter echoed over the ruins.
The crisis has been lifted, but everyone understands that this is only a temporary calm. Yueyue gasped, holding the glowing gem tightly, with both fear and determination in her eyes: "We must find out who he is and why he wants this gem."
Su Mo patted Yueyue on the shoulder and smiled softly: "Yes, we will. But first, we need to go home, have a good rest, and prepare for the next battle."
"Well said, Yueyue," Zhao Ming nodded in agreement with piercing eyes, "No matter what enemy is hiding in the dark, we must face it head-on and uncover all the mysteries."
Li Zixue carefully put away the book of wisdom, her eyes flashing with thought, "That gem seems to hide a huge secret. We must protect it more carefully and study its origins in depth."
The mysterious shadow guard stood aside silently. Although his face was hidden in the shadows, the determination revealed by his sharp eyes could not be ignored. "I will strengthen vigilance to ensure our safety. At the same time, I will also start collecting information about the black robe." Human clues.”
"Well, we must first ensure that we return to the alliance safely and report everything that happened here to the higher-ups." Su Mo looked around and after confirming that there were no other threats, he suggested, "Without further delay, let's set off."
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The group quickened their pace and walked through the ruins of the ruins towards the reinforcements waiting for them. Along the way, the alliance members they met cast admiring glances and warmly welcomed their return.
"You really did it! It's incredible!" A young soldier exclaimed, his eyes full of admiration, "I heard about your feat, it is simply the glory of the alliance!"
"Wow, look over there, it's Su Mo and the others!" Another voice came, and several logistics staff stopped what they were doing and gathered around curiously, "Is it really the legendary gem? It looks so powerful!"
Su Mo and the others responded to everyone's enthusiasm with smiles. Although they were exhausted, their hearts were filled with an unprecedented sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. They know that these compliments from passers-by are not only recognition of their achievements, but also an encouragement for their future journey. When the team approached the reinforcements, an older general stepped forward to greet him in person. His eyes swept across the faces of Su Mo and others, and finally stopped on the gem that emitted a faint light, solemn and full of He said expectantly: "Your success is of great significance. I believe that it is not only a test for us, but also a revelation of the fate of the entire continent. The secret of gems may be more profound than we imagined." (End of Chapter)< br>