The secret passage is long and winding, as if it was specially designed by the ancient sages to test the will of those who came after. Finally, when they almost thought there was no way forward, a ray of natural light came in and the exit was right in front of them.
Just as they were preparing to welcome the free air, a gust of wind suddenly rose, and a figure stopped at the entrance of the cave. The man was wrapped in a black robe, only revealing a pair of sharp eyes, which seemed to be able to see into people's hearts.
"Leave the scroll and I can let you live." The man in black robe said coldly, his voice full of unquestionable majesty.
Zhao Ming stood up with firm eyes: "We shoulder heavy responsibilities and cannot let you destroy the balance of the world."
"Balance?" The man in black robe sneered, "Do you really think you are maintaining balance? Ignorance! What the world needs is change, not maintaining the status quo."
"Change? At the expense of innocent people?" Su Mo took a step forward, pointing the tip of his sword directly at the opponent's heart, "What you call change will only bring chaos and destruction."
"Chaos is the price of the birth of a new order, and the weak are destined to be eliminated." The man in black robe's attitude became more and more tough, and a strange black mist began to surround him.
"You are wrong." Yueyue suddenly said, the notes in her hand emitted a soft light, bringing a touch of warmth to the surroundings, "Real power is used to protect, not destroy."
Li Zixue also stepped forward, and the book of wisdom was gently opened in her hands. Each page seemed to contain ancient wisdom and power: "History has proven that only love and peace are the long-lasting way."< br>
The mysterious traveler stood at the end. His eyes circulated among the five people, and finally settled on Zhao Ming, conveying trust and strength silently: "The five of us are united in our minds. There is nothing we can't overcome."
Facing the determination of the guardians, a trace of surprise flashed in the eyes of the man in black robe, but he quickly returned to indifference: "In that case, let me see if you are qualified to protect this power."
After saying that, the man in black robe waved his arms, and the surrounding environment was distorted. A sudden storm swept over. It was obvious that they were about to face a tough battle.
"Are you ready, friends?" Zhao Ming's voice was inspiring, and his eyes were burning with fire of faith.
"Until death do we part!" the four of them said in unison, their figures standing taller and taller in the storm, like fearless warriors, ready to face the challenge of fate.
In the center of the storm, light and darkness collided fiercely. The duel between the five people and the man in black was not only to protect that power, but also to prove that true protection comes from the love and responsibility deep in the heart.
"Let's begin!" Zhao Ming shouted, and the five people each showed their abilities. Yueyue's notes glowed brightly, releasing rays of light of knowledge and weaving a protective barrier for the team; Su Mo pointed at the sky with his sword. In the direction of the front, the haze in the storm was split inch by inch, revealing a The thread was bright; Li Zixue recited a spell softly, and every page opened in the Book of Wisdom turned into runes of protection, surrounding everyone; the mysterious traveler clasped his palms lightly, and ancient and powerful energy condensed in his hands , be prepared to give the enemy a fatal blow at the critical moment.
"Your strength is indeed impressive." The man in black robe said coldly, but he could not conceal his inner shock. As his gestures changed, the surrounding dark elements seemed to be summoned and gathered into ferocious shadow beasts, roaring and rushing toward the guardians.
"Come on, let's see who is the real master of this land!" Zhao Ming led the crowd to greet them, and a battle between light and darkness officially kicked off.
The battle is fierce and magnificent. Whenever the shadow beast approaches, it will be driven back by the wisdom or courage of the guardians. In the storm, the villagers' exclamations came from time to time. Although they were not present, they seemed to be able to glimpse this epic battle through an inexplicable telepathy, and they felt both worried and proud.
"Look, it's brother Zhao Ming and the others who are fighting!" the little girl said excitedly to her mother, her eyes full of admiration.
"Yes, they are the pride of our village." The mother caressed her daughter's head, with pride and expectation in her tone.
After fierce battles, the men in black robes' offensive gradually seemed inadequate. His originally firm gaze wavered for the first time. Zhao Ming seized the opportunity and launched the final joint skill with the four people. The collision of light and darkness reached its extreme, and the world seemed to be shaking at this moment.
"It's over." Following Zhao Ming's order, a huge ray of light that combined the power of the five people penetrated the black-robed man's defense and directly surrounded him. The man in black robe struggled in the light, and finally turned into a wisp of smoke and dust, dissipating in the wind.
The storm stopped, the sun shone on the battlefield again, and everything became calm. The guardians looked a little tired, but their eyes shone with victory.
"We did it." Su Mo gasped and looked at his companions, his eyes filled with relief.
"Yes, but there are more challenges waiting for us." The mysterious traveler reminded, with a deep look.
Yueyue closed her note, her eyes flashing with longing for the future: "Next, we will reveal more secrets of this world."
Li Zixue stroked the book of wisdom and smiled softly: "As long as you are here, there will be no difficulty that cannot be overcome."
Zhao Ming looked into the distance, where was a new starting point: "Yes, we are guardians. For balance and justice, no matter what the future holds, we will move forward side by side."
At this moment, the five people cling to each other and welcome the next dawn together. In the afterglow of this victory, a voice came from a distance, which seemed to be a preview of the unknown challenges they were about to face:
"The real trial has just begun..."
"What?!" Yueyue turned around suddenly and looked around, trying to find the source of the sound, and the other guardians also showed alert expressions.
"Who is...?" Li Zixue asked in a low voice. The book of wisdom in his hand seemed to feel the owner's nervousness and automatically turned through several pages, but could not find the answer.
"No need to look for it. This voice does not come from the outside world, but... comes from our hearts." The mysterious traveler closed his eyes and said in a deep voice, "It is the power that is guiding us and telling us that the real battle has not yet come."
"But we have defeated the man in black robe, is there a more powerful enemy waiting for us?" Zhao Ming clenched his fists, the flame in his heart was still hot, but mixed with a hint of uneasiness.
"Strong enemies may be just appearances. Our real challenge is how to use this power to make it a weapon to protect world peace and justice instead of triggering new disputes." Yueyue was thoughtful, and the notes were lightly held in her hands. Shaking slightly, as if responding to her thoughts.
"Yes, the battle just now allowed us to prove our strength, but it also exposed our existence. In the future, there may be more people trying to get this power for various purposes." Su Mo put away Sword, his eyes became profound.
"So, what should we do?" The little girl's voice sounded in Zhao Ming's heart again, this time with more curiosity and expectation.
"First, we must unite as one and constantly hone our abilities." Zhao Ming's voice was firm. He turned to look at each of his partners, "Then, we must find the source of the sound and explore the truth behind it all. ”
"I agree." Li Zixue nodded, and the book of wisdom emitted a soft light, illuminating their path forward. "Only with a deep understanding can we protect it better."
"But how do we find the source? The secret of the cave has been revealed, where else can we look for clues?" Yueyue asked the key question.
The mysterious traveler pondered for a moment and pointed to the distant horizon: "In ancient legends, there is a hidden temple. It is said that the deepest secrets about this power are hidden there, as well as the revelation that guides our next move."
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"Temple? That sounds like a legend." Although Su Mo said this, the hand holding the sword was already ready to move, obviously eager to try.
"Things in the world often originate from legends and return to legends. Now that we have set foot on this road, we must explore until we find all the answers." The mysterious traveler said with unquestionable determination.
"Okay! Then let's set off. No matter what lies ahead, we must face it together!" Zhao Ming raised his arms and shouted, and others also responded. Their eyes were full of desire for the unknown and fearless courage.
Just as the five of them were preparing to embark on a new journey, there was suddenly the sound of rapid footsteps behind them, accompanied by the breathing of an old man.
"Children, wait a minute!" A white-haired old man appeared in front of them, holding a stone slab engraved with strange symbols, his eyes shining with excitement and hope. "I am the elder of the village. I sensed the strange movement here, and you... you are the legendary guardians."
The old man's words surprised everyone, especially Zhao Ming. He didn't expect that someone in the village actually knew their identities.
"How did you know?" Zhao Ming asked.
The old man handed over the stone slab with a smile: "This is a relic passed down from our ancestors. It records the prophecies about the guardian and the temple. It guided me to come here and find you."
"Prophecy?" Yueyue took the enigmatic slate and studied it carefully, sparks of wisdom dancing in her eyes.
"It seems that our journey is more destined than imagined." The mysterious traveler sighed, with both emotion and expectation in his eyes.
"So, old gentleman, do you have any suggestions?" Su Mo asked, he was ready to set off at any time.
The old man took a deep look at them and said in a solemn tone: "The road to the temple is full of unknowns and dangers, but you are not alone. Take this prophecy with you, it will guide you at critical moments. Remember, the real power is not just It comes from yourselves, but also from the people’s faith and support.”
The five people looked at each other, their hearts filled with an unprecedented sense of mission. Under the watch of the old man, they embarked on a journey to find the temple, with the peace of the village behind them and unknown challenges ahead.
The villagers gathered at the entrance of the village, talked a lot, and bid farewell to these brave guardians with tears in their eyes.
"Look, that's Zhao Ming and the others! Where are they going?" A young man pointed at the figure in the distance, his eyes full of reverence.
"The legendary temple, I heard that ancient power is hidden there." The aunt next to me said, her eyes sparkling with curiosity about the unknown.
"They are really amazing. I hope they can find a solution to the problem." An old man murmured to himself, with both reluctance and expectation in his eyes.
Zhao Ming and his party of five people walked farther and farther under the attention of everyone. Their backs, elongated in the morning light, looked both lonely and resolute.
"I'm afraid there will be many people trying to stop us along the way." Walking in front of the team, Zhao Ming frowned slightly, with a hint of worry in his tone.
Su Mo followed closely and said with a smile: "That's just right. More opportunities for actual combat will also allow us to see our progress during this period."
"Don't be careless," Yueyue opened her notes and quickly recorded possible hidden dangers along the way. "You need to be cautious at every step."
"Don't worry, with the book of wisdom here, we won't lose our way." Li Zixue patted the book in her hand with a firm tone.
The mysterious traveler walked at the end, his eyes seemed to penetrate the fog and see the future: "Remember, the real enemy is often the shadow hidden under the light."
During the journey, they encountered various challenges, including natural obstacles and man-made trials. Every time, when they overcome difficulties with amazing tacit understanding and strength, they can always hear the amazement of passers-by around them:
"Who are they? So powerful!"
"It must be a god from heaven who has come down to earth!"
"I really hope I can protect my homeland like them."
These words were like the spring breeze, quietly blowing into the hearts of the guardians, making their steps firmer and their strength invisibly increasing.
One evening, they stopped in a small village and sat around a campfire. Yueyue suddenly said: "Have you ever thought about it, after we find the temple and master the power, can we really protect the world?"
This question is like a pebble thrown into a lake, causing ripples.
Su Mo pondered: "Guarding is not just about fighting, but also about leading and educating. What we have to do is to let more people understand the true meaning of power."
Li Zixue said softly: "There is also love and sacrifice, which cannot be replaced by any force."
The mysterious traveler nodded: "Yes, everything we do is to convey a belief: true strength is to make this world a better place."
Zhao Ming looked at the brightest star in the night sky and said firmly: "No matter what the future holds, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible."
At this time, a gust of wind blew by, seeming to take away their words and float them into the distance. And that sentence "The real trial has just begun now" echoed in everyone's heart again and became a new motivation in their hearts.
"Then what are we waiting for? Let's move on tomorrow!" Yueyue closed her note, her eyes flashing with anticipation for the unknown challenge. "Well, no matter what lies ahead, let's face it together." Zhao Ming's face was filled with a firm smile. (End of chapter)