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Archaeologist Zhao De, who was in the team, exclaimed in amazement: "This...this place is simply a living history textbook! Every stone, every mural is priceless!"
Zhao Xiao curiously touched the mural beside her, which suddenly lit up, revealing an image of an ancient man in armor battling a strange creature. "Look, what... what is this?" Her voice trembled, filled with disbelief.
Zhao De said in a deep voice, "It seems we not only need to find the truth, but also unravel the mystery here. Are you ready?"
Everyone nodded, and the team ventured deeper into the ruins, each discovery making their hearts race. Suddenly, a strange tremor rippled through the ground, which slowly parted to reveal a downward-reaching staircase.
"What's next?" asked Li Ming, the most timid member of the team, nervously, his palms already sweating.
Zhao Xiao patted his back gently and encouraged him, "No matter what it is, we're here for you, don't be afraid."
As they ventured deeper, the staircase opened up into a vast underground palace, in the center of which sat a faintly glowing crystal coffin. Inside lay a handsome man and a beautiful woman, each clutching a sword that emitted a soft, luminous light.
"The legendary 'Blade of Time'!" Zhao De exclaimed, her voice echoing through the empty palace, sounding particularly awe-inspiring.
Just as everyone was discussing the crystal coffin, the sword suddenly broke free from its master's hand and flew straight towards Zhao De, its hilt landing steadily in his palm. A warm current instantly surged through Zhao De's body, as if connected to his bloodline.
"You...you are the chosen one." An aged and majestic voice echoed in the palace, but the person was nowhere to be seen.
Zhao De gripped the Blade of Time tightly, his gaze hardening: "Why did you choose me?"
"Protect this world, stop the impending catastrophe." The voice faded, eventually returning to silence.
Chapter 494 Legend
Chapter 494 Legend
"Disaster?" Zhao Xiao asked worriedly. "What should we do?"
Zhao De turned around, his gaze sweeping over each of his teammates before finally settling on the newly opened passageway: "No matter how many difficulties lie ahead, we must face them together. Because we are each other's support, and we are the hope of this world."
Just then, a beam of bright light shone in from the new passage, seemingly foreshadowing a new adventure. The group, fully prepared and filled with determination and courage, embarked on their unknown journey.
"No matter what lies ahead, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible." Zhao De's words were full of strength, inspiring everyone.
"Yes, let's create our own legend together!" Zhao Xiao agreed, her smile radiant.
At the other end of the new passage lay a strange land, entirely different from the world they knew. The sky was a kaleidoscope of colors, as if woven from countless unknown energies. On the ground, diverse vegetation, each emitting a faint glow, grew, each seemingly possessing its own soul, swaying gently as if welcoming these uninvited guests.
As Zhao De and his group stepped into this mysterious place, whispers immediately arose all around them, as if the whole world was talking about their arrival.
"Look, outsiders!" a shrill voice rang out, and a group of small creatures resembling squirrels with transparent wings flew down from the treetops, curiously circling around them. "It's been so long since any humans have come here!"
"Humans? We are warriors here to protect this world." Zhao Xiao replied with a smile, reaching out to touch these little creatures, but they cleverly avoided him, leaving behind a series of silvery laughs.
"Warriors? Haha, looks like something interesting is about to happen." A deep, steady male voice came from not far away. A tall, burly man with bronze skin, wielding a giant axe, slowly stepped forward. His eyes were filled with scrutiny and a hint of barely perceptible respect. "I am Aiger, King of the Jungle. What exactly do you mean by 'protection'?"
Zhao De stepped forward, his gaze resolute: "We have been chosen to stop a catastrophe that could destroy multiple worlds. We need to find the root cause of all this and eliminate it."
Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Aiger's eyes, followed by a loud laugh: "Interesting. I'm willing to lend you a hand. But before that, you must prove your ability. Come on, pass my test, and I'll consider giving you more help."
The trial was a fierce battle against the strange beasts of the jungle. Zhao De and his teammates displayed extraordinary strength and teamwork, providing timely assistance in every crisis and showcasing their exquisite skills, leaving the surrounding creatures in awe.
"This is amazing!" A giant butterfly-shaped creature flapped its wings, its eyes seemingly reflecting dazzling stars. "I've never seen a team like this before!"
"They might really be able to change everything." The flowers beside her swayed gently, conveying their thoughts in their own unique way.
After a fierce battle, Zhao De and his men finally won Aiger's approval. In a clearing deep in the jungle, Aiger raised his giant axe and swore to the sky: "I, Aiger, and my people, will fight alongside you!"
Chapter 495 Finding the Next Clue
Chapter 495 Finding the Next Clue
Just as everyone was basking in the joy of victory, a blinding light suddenly streaked across the sky, heading straight for them. It was an urgent message, a summons from the Blade of Time.
“Time is of the essence; the real challenge is about to begin.” Zhao De’s tone was heavy as he gazed at the distant horizon, which seemed to be beginning to distort. “We must set off immediately to find the next clue.”
“But this force…” Zhao Xiao frowned; she felt unprecedented pressure.
"Don't worry, I'm here." A gentle yet firm female voice interjected; it was Zhao De, the wise leader of the team. "The strength of each of us is an indispensable part of this world."
The group exchanged smiles, needing no further words; the trust and support were already deeply ingrained in their hearts.
Just as they were preparing to embark on their journey again, Aiger suddenly spoke, his words carrying a hint of unsettling unease: "Remember, the real enemy often hides in the most unexpected places. Be careful, my friends."
"Thank you for the warning, we will be careful." Zhao De nodded, leading his team into the unknown and dangerous future.
Sunlight filtered through the treetops, dappling the advancing team, each step seemingly tapping to the beat of fate. Zhao De walked ahead, his eyes even more resolute, knowing full well that with each step forward, they drew closer to the unknown source of disaster.
"Hey, have you heard? Those foreign warriors, they say even Lord Aegis was persuaded by them!" On the road, a dwarf who was carrying a giant mushroom stopped what he was doing and chatted with another spider-man who was busy weaving a web.
"Lord Aiger? That berserker who only ever cared about his own tribe? If even he's been convinced, then these outsiders must be extraordinary!" The Spider-Man exclaimed in surprise as he spat out a thread to reinforce his lair, his eyes filled with anticipation for the heroes who were about to arrive.
The team passed a clear stream where several water sprites were playing. Upon seeing Zhao De and his group, they curiously surfaced.
“Look, are they the legendary heroes who will save the world?” one of the water sprites asked, water droplets dancing around it as if they too were excitedly discussing it.
"They are truly heroic, especially the one wielding the longsword, who exudes an indomitable aura. I really wish I could witness their heroic battle in person," another water sprite exclaimed, causing ripples to spread across the water's surface—their silent praise.
In the group, Zhao Xiao gripped his staff tightly, his unease not yet completely dissipated: "Zhao De, what exactly is this 'Blade of Time'? Why does it possess such immense power?"
Zhao De smiled gently, her eyes deep and unfathomable, as if she could see through everything in the world: "The Blade of Time is one of the oldest forces in the universe. It connects the past and the future and can reveal the secrets hidden in the mists of time. This summoning may be because a key moment has arrived."
As they were talking, they came to an ancient ruin, once a magnificent site of a civilization, now only broken walls and remnants, telling tales of the past. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew by, and whispers seemed to echo from the ruins, guiding them forward.
"Here!" Zhao De pointed to a half-collapsed stone statue, upon which was engraved a complex rune, emitting a faint blue light. "This is the clue left by the Blade of Time."
Chapter 496 The Blade of Time
Chapter 496 The Blade of Time
As the group approached, the rune suddenly lit up, its light shining brightly, and a force enveloped them, as if time and space were distorted at that moment.
When the light faded, they found themselves standing in a place that was both strange and familiar—a city where technology and magic blended together. Was this somewhere in the future, or a memory of the past?
"This is..." Zhao De looked around in shock, an indescribable sense of awe welling up inside him.
“It seems the Blade of Time has indeed brought us to a crucial point.” Zhao De looked around, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.
Just then, a passerby dressed in strange clothes hurried by. Upon seeing this group of "strangers," he stopped and asked, "Where did you come from? This is the technological city of the First Era. Ordinary people cannot come here unless..."
"Unless what?" Zhao Xiao pressed, a hint of nervousness in her voice.
A flicker of astonishment crossed the passerby's eyes, then he whispered, "Unless you are the prophesied saviors, having traveled across time to stop that catastrophe..."
Before the words were finished, the sky in the distance began to turn an eerie purplish-black, and an uneasy premonition enveloped everyone's hearts.
“It seems our journey has only just begun…” Zhao De took a deep breath, looked at the gradually darkening sky, and his eyes burned with an indomitable flame.
"Savior?" Zhao Xiao murmured to herself, her eyes filled with both confusion and determination. "We're just ordinary people, how could we possibly be saviors?"
“Ordinary people can create miracles too, can’t they?” Zhao De gently patted Zhao Xiao’s shoulder, his gaze gentle yet profound. “Since we have been chosen by fate, let’s find out for ourselves.”
At this moment, the surrounding crowd gradually gathered, and people began to discuss it:
"Look at their clothes, so ancient and simple. Are they really the otherworldly visitors from the prophecy?"
"If they can truly prevent that disaster, we are willing to follow them!"
"Don't be naive. Even the most powerful mages and mechanics are helpless against it. Do you think they can do it?"
Faced with the questions and discussions of the crowd, Zhao De straightened his back and said firmly, "Whether we are the saviors of prophecy or not, now that we are standing here, we have a responsibility to try. If disaster really strikes, at least we must do our best to protect this world."
The crowd was silent for a moment, then erupted in enthusiastic applause and cheers. One old man's voice was particularly loud: "Commendable courage, young people! Although we cannot accompany you in person, we will support you to the best of our ability!"
Just as the atmosphere was reaching its peak, a young sorcerer wearing goggles and holding a high-tech staff squeezed through the crowd, looking anxious: "Please follow me. Time is of the essence. We must find the Eye of Time and Space immediately. It can reveal the truth of the disaster and the solution."
Zhao De and the other two exchanged glances, and without hesitation, followed the monk swiftly through the bustling streets, each step landing at the intersection of history and the future.
Along the way, all sorts of passersby cast complicated glances at me:
"Look, aren't those people going to challenge the impossible? They're so brave."
"I've heard that the Eye of Time and Space is hidden in a forbidden area, fraught with danger. Can they find it?"
"If they succeed, our world will be saved!"
Passing through layers of guarded mechanical gates, they arrived at a mysterious ruin. The mage stopped, his expression grave. "The Eye of Time and Space is inside, but the entrance is sealed by a powerful barrier. It requires the combined power of four lost ancient artifacts to open it."
Chapter 497 Four Divine Artifacts
Chapter 497 Four Divine Artifacts
"Four divine artifacts?" Zhao Xiao frowned. "That sounds like an impossible task."
"How will we know if we don't try?" Zhao De smiled confidently. "We've already transcended time and space, what can't we do?"
“That’s right,” Zhao De nodded. “Let’s split up and each of us will be responsible for finding one artifact. Trust in our teamwork and the guidance of fate.”
The three embarked on separate journeys to find the divine artifacts, while discussions about their legends intensified in every corner of the city, a mixture of anticipation and unease.
By chance, Zhao De found an ancient book in the basement of a used bookstore, which contained clues to the first divine artifact. Just as he was about to leave, the shopkeeper stopped him, his eyes filled with admiration: "I've waited here for years, just to find the person who can decipher this book. You must be the savior!"
Zhao De smiled and gently shook his head: "I'm just an ordinary person, but everyone can be a hero in their own story."
Zhao Xiao unexpectedly encountered an old monk in a forgotten temple. The old monk held a seemingly ordinary string of prayer beads and looked at her with profound eyes: "Child, your heart is as pure as water, and you are the only one who can touch this second divine artifact. The prayer beads hold a secret; may it guide you to the right path."
"Thank you, Master." Zhao De respectfully accepted the prayer beads, a strange power welling up within him. "I will use them to protect our world."
Meanwhile, during an adventure deep into the Misty Forest, Zhao De unexpectedly rescued an injured phoenix. After recovering, the phoenix spread its wings and soared into the sky, leaving behind a feather that shimmered with an eerie light as a token of its gratitude. "This is the third divine artifact, the Phoenix Feather. Your kindness and courage have brought the ancient legend to life once more." Zhao De gazed at the feather in his hand, feeling an unprecedented sense of mission.