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"This is incredible!" A boy in the crowd stared wide-eyed at the gradually emerging silver-winged creature and excitedly asked his friend, "Do you know what this is?"
His friend shook his head: "I've never seen anything like this before. But judging from this, it must be the legendary celestial messenger."
At this moment, more people surged forward, surrounding Zhao De and his group. "Wow! This is amazing!" A little girl stood at the back of the crowd, standing on tiptoe and craning her neck to try and see more clearly.
“Hey, young men, make way.” A burly old hunter pushed his way through the crowd. “I need to get a good look at this guest from the heavens.”
Just as everyone was discussing this, the celestial messenger spread its wings, which shimmered with silver light. "Everyone, please be quiet and listen to me," it said in a calm yet firm voice. In that instant, everyone stopped talking and listened quietly to its words.
"This world is facing an unprecedented crisis, but it also has the opportunity to achieve peace and prosperity that has never been imagined. For this, a few truly brave people with noble souls need to step forward. Are you willing to accept this arduous task?" The celestial messenger's gaze swept over everyone present, but lingered particularly on Zhao De and Salendo.
At this moment, the little girl next to her, who was tugging at her mother's clothes, whispered to her mother, "Mom, if Dad fought as bravely as they do, would you be proud?" The mother smiled and patted her daughter's head, replying, "Of course, darling, but everyone has a different mission."
At that moment, an old man dressed in coarse cloth stepped forward, his voice trembling slightly but full of strength: "Young man, although I don't have many years left to live in this world, if there's anything I can do to help..."
Before he could finish speaking, Zhao De stepped forward and said gratefully, "Uncle, please rest assured, we younger generation can handle things here. Thank you very much for your courage and support."
Upon hearing these words, several other people around expressed their willingness to help, even though they could not personally go to the battlefield, they hoped to contribute their modest efforts to the challenges that lay ahead.
Seeing everyone's enthusiasm, the celestial messenger smiled gently. "Thank you all for your understanding and support. I will lead a few key heroes to investigate the source of this matter first, and then make a further decision after the situation is clear."
And so, under everyone's watchful eyes, the celestial messenger spread his wings and took flight once more. "Then let's head to the location of the gate to another world—remember, we must support each other and advance and retreat together on the journey," he added as a final remark, before leading the group toward the northern border.
Chapter 832 Explaining one's purpose
Chapter 832 Explaining one's purpose
As they watched the figure gradually disappear into the distance until it vanished completely, a burst of exclamations erupted from the crowd.
“My God, this is absolutely unbelievable!” exclaimed a middle-aged woman. Her daughter, standing beside her, stared wide-eyed, seemingly still reeling from what she had just witnessed. “Do you think they can succeed?” the girl asked softly.
Her mother nodded firmly: "It can definitely be done, dear. Those people exude an extraordinary courage, especially that young man named Zhao De."
Meanwhile, in another corner, two young men were excitedly discussing what had just happened. "That was amazing! I never thought I'd see something like that in person!" one of them exclaimed excitedly.
“That’s right.” Another person nodded in agreement, then said curiously, “I wonder what kind of stories they’ll bring us when they get back? It’ll definitely be exciting.”
The procession headed towards the northern border, with villagers constantly joining them to see them off. A little boy even chased after them, shouting, "Heroic uncles, please defeat the bad guys!"
Upon hearing this, Zhao De turned around, smiled, and waved at him. This simple yet heartwarming gesture gave everyone around him more hope and strength.
Salendo followed silently, but his determined stride revealed his firm resolve. Lia quietly took Zhao De's hand in support, and the three formed a close-knit group, preparing to face the unknown challenges ahead.
After several days of arduous travel, they finally arrived at the legendary "Gate to Another World"—a location constructed by mysterious forces, connecting two different spatial passages. Standing before the gate, everyone felt an invisible yet powerful sense of oppression wash over them.
Zhao De stopped and looked around carefully for a while before speaking: "Is this where we're going? It certainly feels very different..."
Salendo nodded. "Yes. From what I understand, you need to verify your qualifications in some way to get in there."
Just then, the celestial messenger spread his dazzling wings once more and slowly descended to the ground. "Everyone, please follow my lead and get ready. The final and most important selection process will be conducted next."
As the words fell, the entire area suddenly radiated light, forming halos that surrounded them, causing everyone to involuntarily close their eyes...
When she opened her eyes again, she found herself in a strange yet breathtakingly beautiful new world. "Wow~ Is this what the other side looks like? It's like a dream world!" Leah exclaimed in amazement as she looked around.
"It is indeed very impressive, but we must also be vigilant," Zhao De reminded everyone, and took a few steps forward to explore the surrounding environment.
Soon after, as they ventured deeper into the area, they encountered an unexpected situation—a group of strangely shaped but clearly hostile creatures blocked their path!
Just as tensions were about to rise, a monster that appeared to be in a leadership role stepped forward and spoke (of course, it needed to be translated by a celestial messenger): "You are outsiders who have intruded into this land from the other side. You must state your purpose and prove that you have no malicious intent before you can continue to pass."
Chapter 833 The Glance of Victory
Chapter 833 The Glance of Victory
Zhao De took a deep breath, showing no fear in the face of the strange creature before him. He stepped forward and said calmly, "We are messengers from the human world, here to stop a catastrophe that is about to engulf both worlds. Please believe that we have no ill intentions."
Salendo added, "Yes, we are here to solve problems, not create them. We hope you can give us some time to explain the situation and demonstrate our goodwill."
Leah then said in her gentle yet firm voice, "We know that encounters between different races can be accompanied by suspicion and unease. But please give us a chance to show our sincerity, and we will make things better."
"Quite courageous." The monster that looked like a leader nodded slightly. "It's been a long time since I've seen such brave and honest people from another world. But verbal promises alone are not enough to convince people... Well, if what you say is true, then you should be able to overcome the next test."
Before the words were finished, countless small mechanical devices suddenly surged out from all directions. The celestial messenger explained, "These little robots are one of the unique challenges in this area. Only those who pass the maze test they set up without harming any of them are considered qualified."
Upon seeing this, the other strange creatures in the crowd began to murmur amongst themselves.
"Hmph, these guys?" a creature with a feathered tail sneered.
“Don’t say that. They have a special aura about them. Maybe they really do have some skills,” another companion who looked more gentle retorted.
Zhao De looked at his companions, his eyes filled with determination. "Are you ready for the new trial? Let's work together!"
Amidst astonished gazes, the three quickly adjusted their mindset and threw themselves into this extraordinary competition. Their perfect teamwork allowed them to dodge obstacles and solve puzzles—every movement was so fluid and flawless that it drew admiration from the onlookers.
"That's amazing! To find the right path so quickly!" The furry monster that had been mocking them earlier now stared wide-eyed.
"And it didn't damage a single small machine!" The companion next to him couldn't help but exclaim.
Just as the audience was marveling at their spectacular performance, Zhao De and his group had already reached the end of the maze and successfully completed all the trials. Amidst cheers, the strange creature resembling a leader stepped forward again: "Well, it seems you are indeed no ordinary beings. Now that you have earned respect, everything on this path will be unimpeded from now on—provided, of course, that you can persuade a higher-ranking guard to allow you to continue."
After saying that, he turned and left, leaving everyone with only a blurry silhouette...
Zhao Dechang breathed a long sigh of relief and gave his two comrades a victory sign. "This is just the beginning. There are still many challenges ahead that we need to overcome," he said with a smile.
Leah chuckled and replied, "As long as we're together, we're not afraid of anything!"
Even the usually taciturn Salendo smiled, a rare occurrence: "Yeah, let's cheer each other on."
However, just as everyone was preparing to set off, they suddenly heard hurried footsteps and a slightly panicked shout from not far away: "Wait—"
The newcomer was none other than the leader who had just left. "Excuse me for disturbing you, but did any of you encounter a figure dressed in a black robe and carrying a crystal staff passing by here?" it asked hurriedly.
Chapter 834 A Very Troublesome Character
Chapter 834 A Very Troublesome Character
"A person dressed in black and carrying a cane?" Upon hearing this, Zhao De and the other two exchanged glances and shook their heads in unison. "We haven't seen anyone matching the criteria here. Has something happened?"
"Oh dear, this is terrible... This opponent is extremely difficult to deal with. If he discovers the crucial clue first, the consequences will be unimaginable!" Upon hearing this, the once dignified figure seemed to instantly transform into a frantic, anxious mess. This undoubtedly added a touch of mystery to the upcoming journey...
“It seems things aren’t so simple,” Salendo said calmly. “We need to speed up our search for clues while remaining vigilant against this so-called ‘opponent.’”
“Yes,” Zhao De clenched his fist, “but we will not back down easily. Whatever challenges lie ahead, we will overcome them one by one. Let’s go, let’s march towards the new unknown!”
Just as the three decided to set off, the leader's expression grew increasingly worried. Meanwhile, the faint, unusual noises coming from afar created a subtle yet tense atmosphere in the air.
"Remember, be careful and don't underestimate the enemy." After giving this stern but sincere instruction, the leader disappeared from sight.
The three stood in the new world, exchanging smiles, their hearts filled with both anticipation and an unprecedented sense of responsibility and challenge. "Then it's settled!" Leah waved her arms in a ready-to-go stance. "No matter what, we must persevere until final victory!"
The three of them packed their gear and set off into the unknown. The surrounding scenery gradually changed from a place teeming with strange creatures to a vast, boundless forest, with ancient trees reaching for the sky and mist swirling around it.
"Wow, this place is truly amazing!" Leah exclaimed softly, her eyes filled with curiosity. "But speaking of which, what exactly was the key clue that leader mentioned earlier? And how do we find it?"
Zhao De looked down at the only map in his hand that could provide some sense of direction. "Well... there are a few suspicious locations marked on the map. We can check them one by one."
Salendo frowned. "In that case, we should act without delay. But we must also remember to remain vigilant. Who knows where that figure in the black robe might appear? It would be troublesome if we alerted him."
Just as they were discussing their plan of action, a group of small animals suddenly darted out from the depths of the forest and stopped immediately upon seeing the three uninvited guests.
"Oh dear! You're from out of town!" A little fox, seemingly the leader, blinked its bright eyes and asked, "What are you doing here?"
Zhao De smiled and replied, "We are looking for an important item that is crucial to the peace between the two realms."
"Wow, that sounds amazing!" exclaimed a little bird nearby, flapping its wings excitedly.
"But be careful in this forest, a lot of strange and scary creatures have come here lately," a hedgehog interjected worriedly.
Leah nodded gently in gratitude and reassured them, "Don't worry, we have enough strength to protect ourselves and the residents here."
Just as the conversation was about to end, a deep yet chilling voice suddenly rang out from not far away: "Hmph, how dare these utterly foolish humans covet what I desire?"
Chapter 835 Confirming the Situation
Chapter 835 Confirming the Situation
A dark figure swiftly moved through the dense vines of the tree trunks, approaching them...
The three instantly became alert and prepared to fight, only to find that there was only a thin figure slowly approaching. "Wait... don't rush to attack." The person took off their hat and cloak. "It's me."
This was a young man named Evan. He was dressed in ordinary clothes, but his eyes shone with wisdom. "Excuse me for disturbing you. I just came to check on the situation because I heard that many heroes had gathered here."
Hearing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, but they were also puzzled: how could such a young man know such a secret?
Seeing everyone's puzzled looks, Evan explained: "Actually, I'm a scholar researching otherworldly history and culture. Recently, I've been tracking down something related to an ancient prophecy. It's said that it will only reveal its true form and the location of a secret entrance hidden at the ends of the world in the most urgent moments. And this secret happens to be related to the 'key clue' you mentioned..."
Zhao De suddenly remembered the black-clad magician he had encountered earlier. "Do you know where a guy wearing a black robe and carrying a crystal staff went?"
After a moment's thought, Evan said, "I have indeed seen people dressed similarly hurrying by a few times... Judging from the direction they're heading, they're probably heading to a place called 'The Lost Cavern' in the northwest."
Upon hearing this information, the group decided to immediately set off to explore the Lost Cave.
Thank you so much for your help. Goodbye for now! Zhao De sincerely thanked this friend he had met unexpectedly.
As they drew closer to their destination, a sudden gust of cold wind swept up from behind, bringing with it a barely audible yet eerie sound:
"What a pity... I thought you could become allies, but now we can only choose to be enemies..."
These words, like a bucket of cold water poured over their hearts, brought everyone to a halt. A dangerous atmosphere instantly filled the air…