Everyone's guesses and imaginations intertwined into vivid scenes in the tavern, and every line of dialogue contained deep expectations and trust for Klein and his team.
At this time, Klein was standing under the old man's dim oil lamp, flipping through an ancient map, which marked unknown areas deep in the forest. "Old sir, you said there was an ancient altar here, which was closely related to the secrets of the forest?" Klein's eyes were sharp, trying to find clues from the blurred lines.
The old man stroked his long beard, with a wise light shining in his eyes: "Yes, young warrior. That altar was once a bridge between ancient elves and humans, guarding the core power of the forest. If you want to find the child you mentioned, there Might be a good place to start.”
"So, how can we find this lost altar?" Su Mo asked curiously. She can always find the extraordinary from the ordinary, and this acumen makes her indispensable in the team.
The old man pondered for a moment and said slowly: "According to legend, the location of the altar is hidden in the wind. Only a truly pure and innocent mind can capture the direction of the guiding wind."
These words were like a stone thrown into the lake, causing ripples in the hearts of Klein and his group. They looked at each other and read determination and belief in each other's eyes.
"It seems that our journey has added another layer of mystery." Sebastian joked, he can always bring a sense of relaxation in a tense atmosphere.
"No matter what, we will never give up." Ivan's tone was firm, and his shoulders seemed to carry the trust and hope of the entire team.
When Klein and his group left the old man's residence, the night was already deep. Most of the residents of the town have fallen asleep, and only a few lonely lamps are still shining brightly, pointing the way for travelers returning late.
Walking on the quiet street, Su Mo suddenly stopped and looked up at the stars: "The stars are guiding us, aren't they? Just like the old man said, a pure heart can sense the faintest call."
When Klein heard this, the corner of his mouth raised a gentle arc: "That's true, Su Mo. As long as we keep our faith, even the universe will pave the way for us."
The four of them set out on the journey again. This time, their goal was the mysterious forest, as well as the children and ancient altar hidden in the forest. Along the way, they met all kinds of passers-by, each of whom was full of curiosity and respect for their stories.
"Look, it's those warriors who returned from the abyss! Where are they going this time?" A farmer stopped what he was doing and watched them go away, his eyes full of admiration.
"Looking for a missing child, I heard..." the woman next to him responded in a low voice, with undisguised concern in her words.
As soon as Klein and others stepped into the edge of the forest, an ominous wind suddenly blew, and the surrounding trees seemed to be roaring, warning of the impending crisis.
"This wind... is unusual." Sebastian held the hilt of his sword tightly and scanned the surroundings alertly. His intuition, which had been baptized on the battlefield, told him that there was a turbulent undercurrent hidden under the calm.
"Everyone, be careful, there may be trouble." Klein reminded in a low voice, while secretly condensing the mysterious power in his body. Ai Wen and Su Mo also quickly stood back to back, forming a defensive posture. Their eyes were like torches, scrutinizing every movement around them.
Suddenly, a huge black shadow passed through the treetops, as fast as lightning, and then, a heavy and depressing aura filled the air, making people feel palpitated.
"What?" Su Mo asked in a low voice. There was a hint of nervousness in her voice, but more of it was excitement. Exploring the unknown always made her eager to try.
"Unknown creature, but it feels... not completely a product of nature." Klein said solemnly, his sight seemed to penetrate the layers of tree shadows, trying to capture the whereabouts of the black shadow.
"Come out, no matter who you are, we have no ill intentions." Ivan shouted loudly. His voice echoed in the forest and seemed extremely firm. He believed that most creatures can distinguish between good and evil, or at least feel them. sincerity.
There was a rustle deep in the woods, and then, a huge beast that had never been seen before slowly walked into the moonlight. It had the body of a deer, the head of a wolf, and its eyes were like burning flames. It was surrounded by a layer of Faint magic fluctuations.
"Guardian of the forest, Glaris." The old man's warning flashed in Klein's mind. This is a creature from ancient legends. It is said that they have guarded the balance and secrets of the forest for generations.
Glaris roared low, and the voice seemed to contain a thousand words, both warning and pleading.
"It's talking!" Su Mo exclaimed. She could feel a strange fluctuation, which was an attempt to communicate at the spiritual level.
Klein closed his eyes, concentrated, and tried to decipher this non-verbal message. "It says... that a powerful being has invaded the forest, threatening its people and the child. It asks for our help."
"A powerful existence?" Ivan frowned and looked around. Every inch of the forest was telling the story of the turbulent waves under the calm.
"It seems that our mission has become more complicated." Sebastian sighed, but there was a hint of excitement in his tone. For adventurers, challenge is the best training.
"We can't refuse. Glaris is a friend of the forest and our ally." Klein opened his eyes with firm eyes, "And, isn't it our mission as heroes to find the child and uncover the mystery of all this? ?”
"Of course, Klein." Ai Wen and Su Mo looked at each other and smiled. Their tacit understanding needed no words.
As the night grew darker, Klein and his party, led by Glaris, went deep into the forest. Every step they took was on the edge of the unknown, but their hearts were filled with unprecedented determination and courage.
"No matter what lies ahead, as long as we fight side by side, there will be no difficulty that cannot be overcome." Klein's words echoed gently in the forest, giving everyone confidence and strength.
"Yes, Klein is right." Su Mo chuckled, "Besides, I have a hunch that this adventure will be more exciting than ever before."
Ivan also smiled: "Then let us meet the challenge and make the impossible possible."
Glaris nodded slightly, seemingly satisfied with the decision of Klein and others. It turned around and its huge body disappeared into the dense trees, leaving only a faintly visible path. Klein, Sebastian, Alvin and Su Mo followed closely, embarking on this road to the unknown.
As they went deeper into the forest, the surrounding light gradually became thinner, and an ancient and mysterious atmosphere filled the air. Occasionally, a few beams of moonlight penetrated the dense branches and leaves, and scattered on the ground, adding a bit of fantasy to this deep forest.
"Klein, who do you think that powerful being could be?" Su Mo lowered his voice, trying not to let his curiosity disturb the tranquility around him. "Could it be some kind of monster that has never been recorded?"
Klein shook his head, his eyes flashing with thought: "It's hard to tell, but one thing is certain. This existence is enough to make a forest guardian like Glaris feel uneasy. It must not be simple."
As they continued to move forward, some subtle changes began to appear in the forest. The vegetation on both sides of the path became denser and denser. Occasionally, some strange plants could be seen, emitting a faint light and seeming to have a sense of life of their own.
"Look over there!" Ivan pointed not far away, and a strange light curtain loomed, "What is that?"
Sebastian took a few steps forward and squinted his eyes to observe carefully: "It is a protective barrier. It is very ancient and powerful. It is usually used to isolate or protect important places."
They approached the light curtain and discovered that it was not impenetrable. Klein stretched out his hand to touch it, and the light curtain wavered slightly, as if to test his intentions, and then silently opened the passage for them.
After passing through the light curtain, the scene in front of them shocked everyone - an ancient altar stood quietly in an open field. Under the moonlight, the altar was engraved with long-lost runes, exuding a faint blue light, as if connecting the sky and the earth. Mysterious power.
"This is it." Klein whispered, looking around, feeling a heavy sense of history and the gathering of power.
"Wait, Klein, look!" Su Mo pointed to the center of the altar. A small figure was curled up there. It was the missing child!
Just as they were about to step forward, the space around the altar suddenly distorted, and a huge and strange shadow slowly appeared. It has several pairs of eyes that shine with evil light, and its limbs are constantly changing, as if it is a nightmare crawling out of the cracks in the abyss.
"The powerful existence...it is it!" Sebastian shouted, clenching the sword in his hand.
The shadow let out a harsh laugh that shook the surrounding trees: "Stupid creatures, do you think you can fight me?"
"We won't let you hurt innocent people!" Klein responded loudly. He felt the mysterious power surging in his body, forming an inexplicable resonance with his teammates.
"Klein, let's go!" Ivan gave the order, and the four of them showed their strengths and faced the terrifying existence. The battle broke out in an instant, with elemental power, sword light and magic intertwined into a bright net, colliding with the shadow's attack, shining brightly.
Just as the two sides were in a stalemate, Glaris suddenly rushed out from the flank, and his huge body turned into a silver lightning, hitting the weak point of the shadow. The shadow that was hit hard roared again and again, and began to show its defeat.
Klein seized the opportunity and silently recited a spell in his heart. A beam of pure white light shot out from his palm and penetrated the center of the shadow. With a shrill wail, the twisted existence finally dissipated into the air.
After the battle, the forest returned to peace. The missing child gradually woke up under Su Mo's comfort. He looked at Klein and the others, his eyes full of gratitude: "Thank you, I heard the call of my parents. It was you who saved me."
"You're welcome, kid. It's our greatest honor to be able to help you." Klein replied gently.
Just as they were about to leave and send their children home safely, the ancient altar suddenly shone with dazzling light, wrapping everyone in it. For a moment, they seemed to have traveled through time and space, seeing the forest, the historical scroll woven by humans and elves, and the unknown heroes who silently guarded this land...
The light faded, and Klein turned to his companions and said, "What we took away is not only this child, but also the hope and future of this forest."
"Yes, there are more stories waiting for us to discover, and more secrets waiting for us to uncover." Ivan's eyes sparkled with the desire to explore, and his pursuit of the unknown never stopped.
Su Mo stared at the altar and gently touched the ancient runes, feeling inexplicably moved in his heart: "Every stroke here records the weight of history. I think we are not just adventurers." , is also the inheritor of these stories.”
Sebastian stood aside with a far-reaching gaze and a rare softness on his face: "This responsibility is heavier than any glory on the battlefield. But we are duty-bound."
They formed a circle, and the child cuddled tightly next to Su Mo. He seemed to be deeply attracted by this scene, with longing for the future shining in his eyes. The surrounding trees seemed to be listening, their leaves rustling in response to the determination of the four warriors.
"Let's go back to the world and tell everyone about this legend. But remember, there are still many secrets of the forest that have not been touched." Klein's voice echoed in the forest, which was both an encouragement to his companions and a warning to everyone. Self-motivation.
At this moment, a traveler who happened to pass by witnessed their departure. He froze on the spot, his eyes full of disbelief: "Did they really come out of that legendary forest? I heard that there is a lot of danger there. No one can return..."
The vendor next to him came over curiously: "Really? I thought those stories were all made up to entertain children! They look like just a group of ordinary travelers."
"No, they have an indescribable temperament." The traveler shook his head and followed the backs of Klein and his group until they disappeared from sight. "It's a kind of temperament that has experienced a great adventure and brought back... The breath of hope.”
The vendor scratched his head and showed a thoughtful expression: "That sounds really enviable. I want to be that kind of person and experience some vigorous deeds."
The traveler patted him on the shoulder and left a meaningful sentence: "Everyone's life is an adventure. The key lies in whether you are willing to take that step and pursue the sea of stars that belongs to you."
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After the conversation ended, the two of them dispersed, while the four of them embarked on their return journey with new missions and hopes. The guardian of the forest, Glaris, stood quietly, watching them leave, his eyes full of complex emotions - both reluctance and hope for reunion in the future. "May your road be bright and full of miracles until the day we meet again." Its whispers were blown away by the wind and turned into invisible power, guarding the hearts of those who dare to dream and move forward bravely. (End of chapter)