"It's not just us," Su Mo turned around with a firm but gentle voice, "Light belongs to everyone. We will carry it with us until the darkness is gone."
As the night grew darker, the town was immersed in tranquility. A group of people sat around the campfire, planning their actions for tomorrow. However, this rare peace did not last long. A sudden cold wind blew away the remaining warmth of the bonfire and brought an ominous premonition.
"What's going on?" Ivan stood up alertly and glanced around. In the night sky, dark clouds gathered, blocking the moonlight and plunging the entire town into strange darkness.
"This doesn't look like a naturally formed cloud." Sebastian said in a deep voice. The sword in his hand was unsheathed unknowingly, and the silver sword light flickered in the darkness.
Suddenly, a sharp roar pierced the night sky, followed by chaotic sounds and frightened screams from the edge of the town. The three of them exchanged nervous looks and immediately ran towards the source of the sound.
When they arrived at the scene, they were shocked by what they saw. The originally peaceful town was now shrouded in chaos and panic. A group of figures shuttled through the night. They were monsters twisted by dark magic. They attacked the unsuspecting villagers mercilessly.
"Quick! We have to split up and try to save as many people as possible!" Su Mo shouted loudly. His body was wrapped in a faint light, which was the power given to him by the Holy Grail of Light.
The three of them spread out and started a fierce fight with the enemy in the darkness. Ivan's swordsmanship is sharp, and every blow is precise and deadly; Sebastian is like a cheetah in the dark night, approaching the enemy silently and delivering a fatal blow; Su Mo's power of light has become a weapon on the battlefield. The bright lamp not only dispels the darkness, but also brings healing light to the injured villagers.
"Sebastian, no one has come out of the house on the left yet, go and have a look!" Ivan was resisting the incoming monsters while communicating with Sebastian through the intercom stone.
"Copy that." Sebastian quickly moved towards the house, but when he broke in, the scene inside made his heart sink. In the room, a family of four cuddled tightly together, but their eyes lost their former glory, leaving only endless emptiness. A cold feeling rose from the bottom of their hearts - they had been eroded by the dark power and lost their lives.
"No..." Sebastian lamented in a low voice. He realized that tonight's battle was not just to fight off the monsters, but also a rescue race against time.
At the same time, Su Mo teamed up with an old witch to use holy light and ancient spells to purify the polluted area, hoping to bring a breather to the town. However, as the fighting continued, more and more villagers fell into a pool of blood, and the air was filled with despair.
Just when the three of them felt helpless, Alvin noticed the starlight gradually gathering in the sky. "Look up there!" He pointed to the sky. A meteor-like point of light was falling rapidly, heading straight for the center of the town.
"It's the response of the Holy Grail of Light!" Su Mo's heart moved, and he knew that this might be their only chance to make a comeback.
The three people quickly gathered together and worked together to summon the power of the Holy Grail of Light, forming a dazzling light pillar to greet the light spot falling from the sky. The moment the light came into contact, an unprecedentedly powerful energy exploded in the town. Dark monsters dissipated under this light like ice and snow meeting fire.
The light dissipated and the town returned to tranquility, but behind this silence was unspeakable sadness - except for them and a few survivors, most of the villagers were unfortunately killed.
The three of them stood in silence on the empty street, with heavy hearts. Ivan broke the silence: "This... this is a tragedy that we could not foresee. We must find the source and prevent this from happening again."
"Yes," Sebastian nodded, "This is no accident. There must be a bigger conspiracy behind it."
Su Mo clenched his fists and looked resolutely: "We must not only avenge the lives lost, but also protect the Holy Grail of Light and make it a true light of hope."
At this time, the old witch slowly walked over, with grief in her eyes, but also a trace of imperceptible determination: "You are the true inheritors of Klein's spirit. I believe that even in the darkness, you You can also find the light that guides the way.”
"Thank you, madam." Su Mo said gratefully, "We will. Because, no matter when and where, as long as there is light in your heart, there will be no darkness."
"Then what should we do now?" The young villager's voice was trembling, but it showed more trust in the three of them.
"First of all, we need to understand the truth about this attack." Ivan said solemnly, his blue eyes looking particularly determined under the firelight, "Sebastian, you are responsible for investigating the traces of those monsters and see if you can Trace their origin. Su Mo and I will look for clues in the remaining books in the town. Any records about dark forces or ancient legends may become the key."
"Understood." Sebastian nodded, and his figure immediately disappeared into the night, like a cheetah waiting for an opportunity.
"And you, young man." Su Mo turned to the villager who asked the question, his eyes gentle but encouraging, "You can help collect information about all families, especially those unfortunate families. Their stories may hide details that we have not noticed. .”
A glimmer of light flashed in the villager's eyes, and he nodded vigorously: "I will, Mr. Su Mo! In order to commemorate them, and to prevent the tragedy from happening again."
As the night gets darker, the lights in the town are sparse, but at several key locations, the busy figures of the team members are like sparks, silently lighting the way forward. After a night of running around and investigating, when the morning light first appeared on the horizon, they found a dusty ancient book in the ruins of the old library. The cover was mottled and seemed to contain unknown secrets.
"Chronicles of Light and Shadow?" Ivan read the title of the book softly, and carefully opened the title page with his fingers. The ancient text slowly appeared in front of his eyes. "This may contain the answer we are looking for."
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As the reading progressed, the expressions of the three people became more solemn. The book not only describes the many confrontations between the forces of light and darkness in the past hundreds of years, but also predicts that every thousand years, the forces of darkness will reach their peak, seeking and devouring a key symbol of light to achieve permanent rule. ambition.
"The Holy Grail of Light..." Su Mo whispered, his eyes burning, "We cannot let it fall into the hands of darkness."
"But the book also mentions hope." Ivan pointed to a piece of text, his voice filled with barely noticeable excitement, "'When darkness attempts to devour the light, there will be a person who inherits Klein's bloodline and unites the three elements to , awaken the sleeping gods and bring the true dawn '"
"The three elements?" Sebastian raised his eyebrows. "Does it mean the controllers of the three natural forces of wind, fire, and water? This sounds like a difficult task."
"No matter what, we must try." Su Mo stood up and looked firmly into the distance, where the rising sun was dispelling the last trace of darkness. "We already have the first clue, the Bard of the Valley of the Wind It is said to have the ability to talk to the wind. We should set off immediately."
At the edge of the town, when the three of them were preparing to set off, the old warrior appeared again, holding an old sword that had been repolished, and the tip of the sword shone with a cold light that could not be ignored.
"I have decided to go with you." The old man said firmly, "Although I am old, my sword is not blunt, and my heart is still there. Perhaps, on the road, I can use my experience to guide you."
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"Welcome, warrior." Sebastian smiled and patted the old man on the shoulder, "We are a team, facing the wind and rain together, and welcoming the light."
"Then, let's head towards the Nausicaa of the Wind." Ivan's words were filled with unprecedented determination, "We are not only doing it for ourselves, but also for those who cannot see the sun tomorrow with their own eyes."
The team embarked on a new journey under the rising sun. Everyone was burdened with different missions, but they held the same belief in their hearts - to find that warm light in the deepest darkness.
"No matter how bumpy the road ahead is, as long as we are connected heart to heart." Su Mo's voice echoed in the team, like the spring breeze blowing on the face, "there will be no difficulty that cannot be overcome."
"Yes, light always appears in the darkest moments." Alvin agreed, looking firmly at the unknown road ahead, "We are that light."
While traveling, they encountered several families fleeing the town, their faces full of exhaustion and fear. When a woman holding her child saw them, the fear in her eyes gradually turned into a glimmer of hope: "You...are you the warriors who fight against monsters? Can we still have a safe place to go?"
Sebastian gently removed his mask and showed a rare gentle smile: "Don't worry, we will find a solution. Now, please follow us, at least on the road, you will be safe."
As a result, the team grew, and more conversations spread among the crowd. There were concerns about the uncertainty of the future, but also admiration and dependence on the three of them. A young man quietly asked his friends: "Can they really defeat those monsters and regain the lost peace?"
"Who knows, but they have different temperaments that make people believe them involuntarily." The friend replied, his tone full of trust in the hero.
After passing through a barren forest, the group came to a hidden valley entrance, which is said to be the only way to the Valley of the Wind. A melodious flute sound came from the depths of the valley, like a call from nature and a welcome to travelers.
"It seems that our first stop has arrived." Su Mo said softly, with expectation shining in his eyes.
They walked along the winding mountain road until they met the legendary bard-Oliver the Windspeaker. He sat on a boulder, holding a flute in his hand, surrounded by gently swirling air currents, as if he was one with nature.
"Welcome, travelers from afar." Oliver's voice was clear, with the lightness of the wind, "What wind brings you to my territory?"
"We are looking for answers and the power to change destiny." Ivan said bluntly, and his sincerity moved Oliver.
"The answer and power... are interesting." The troubadour smiled slightly, with a flash of depth in his eyes. "Are you ready to face your own hearts and accept the test of the wind? Only if you pass the test will the element of wind recognize you. ”
"We are ready." Sebastian said firmly, and his answer earned a faint sound of wind in the valley, as if it was encouragement from nature.
The process of trial is arduous and full of challenges. Everyone must face their deepest fears and hesitations. After completing the trial, Oliver gave each of them a pendant inlaid with a tiny wind charm: "This is the recognition of the wind. It will guide you and give you help when you need it."
When the sunset dyed the sky red, a group of people gathered at the exit of Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, everyone's expressions became more calm and confident. A young girl grabbed Su Mo's clothes and asked curiously: "Where are we going next? Are we looking for the elemental messengers of fire and water?"
Su Mo bent down and touched her head gently: "Yes, the journey is still long, but with your support, we have nothing to fear."
The little girl's eyes flashed with longing: "Then we will definitely succeed, right? Just like the hero in the story."
Su Mo smiled and nodded: "As long as we unite as one, nothing is impossible."
At this time, there was a burst of discussion in the team, and everyone expressed their thoughts and expectations. The atmosphere was both tense and full of hope. A rough voice sounded, that of an old soldier who had recently joined: "I have experienced countless battles in my life, but I have never had such strong confidence in victory as I do now."
"Confidence comes from each of you." Su Mo looked around, his words full of power, "We are not fighting alone, but we are united."
They left the Valley of the Wind and continued their journey to find other elemental messengers. When passing through a prosperous town, it attracted many residents' curiosity and inquiries. An old man who was selecting products in front of the stall looked up at them with surprise in his eyes: "Are you the legendary messenger of light? I heard that you want to fight against the darkness and protect the Holy Grail?"
Su Mo stopped and replied politely: "It's us, old man. Do you have any suggestions or information to provide?"
The old man put down the goods in his hands, walked up to Su Mo, and whispered: "When I was young, I heard an ancient legend about the messenger of the fire element. It is said that the messenger lives in the heart of the flaming volcano in the east. Only those who are truly brave and fearless And only those with pure hearts can find him.”
"Heart of the Volcano?" Sebastian murmured to himself, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes. "Thank you for your message. This is very important to us." Ivan said gratefully to the old man. After the team made some supplies in the town, they followed the old man's guidance and headed towards the volcanoes in the east. (End of chapter)