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Immediately afterward, the ghostly figure rushed into the defensive perimeter, and everyone finally saw his true face—a lean yet muscular young man wearing a seemingly ordinary robe that reflected a faint blue light in the darkness. "I am a guardian from the Mystic Realm," he said, his voice calm yet tinged with authority. "I was dispatched here to protect this land from foreign invasion."
These words immediately drew many eyes to him. Among them were doubtful eyes as well as trusting ones, especially Zhao De, who felt a strange sense of security when he saw this new ally: "You mean... you can help us fight off those men in black? And the forces behind Liana and the others?"
The young man nodded. "That's right. However, the situation seems to be much more complicated than we anticipated. You need to prepare yourselves quickly, as greater danger may be waiting for us ahead."
Hearing this, the old woman who had just been worried about the little girl's safety stood up and asked, "But what about the child? She's still trapped in the room operating the machine. What if... what if the enemy finds out?"
Just as everyone was racking their brains for a solution, several soft explosions came from the direction of the room where the little girl was, causing everyone's hearts to tighten. "Oh no! Someone has broken through the defenses and gotten in! We have to get there and rescue her immediately!" a man in the crowd shouted anxiously, and at the same time, everyone took off running towards the source of the sound.
When they arrived, they found the little girl huddled in a corner, trembling. Although she was temporarily unharmed, the area around her was filled with rubble and smoke. Fortunately, the mysterious young man had intervened in time, repelling the attackers and resealing the door to ensure her safety. "Th-thank you... brother..." the little girl said softly, tears welling in her eyes, as she looked at the tall figure before her.
Seeing this, Zhao De stepped forward and patted the other man on the shoulder to show his approval: "Excellent, it seems you are indeed a trustworthy force. But... what should we do next to completely defeat these enemies? Must we just continue this passive defense?"
The mysterious young man simply smiled and said, "Don't worry, once we find the legendary 'Holy Crystal' hidden somewhere in this region, everything will change. Ancient texts record that this treasure possesses the power to dispel evil and grant its holder invincibility..." He paused, then added, "However, remember, the prerequisite for obtaining this powerful force is possessing a pure and selfless heart."
Chapter 1077 The Hardships and Perils of Nature
Chapter 1077 The hardships and dangers of nature.
Upon hearing this exciting news, everyone's faces lit up with joy, but some were also puzzled. At this moment, Liana reappeared and swept her gaze across the entire room with a provocative look before sneering contemptuously: "Hmph, actually hoping to win with some vague and unrealistic stuff? What a joke! Today I'll see who has the last laugh."
Just as tensions were running high, several streaks of light streaked across the night sky, gradually growing larger and brighter before converging into several dazzling points that plummeted towards the earth. As everyone watched in astonishment, a resolute and composed smile flashed across the mysterious young man's face. He turned to his companions and slowly spoke, "The real test begins now. No matter how difficult the challenges ahead, we must not abandon our trust and support for one another. Because unity is the greatest weapon to defeat all enemies… So, everyone, are you ready? Our journey is far from over..."
"Holy Crystals? What exactly are those?" a villager asked, puzzled.
"It's a treasure that can make us strong and protect our village from invasion!" another young villager excitedly chimed in. "I heard that with it, even someone like Liana wouldn't be a match for us!"
The mysterious young man nodded and smiled, saying, "The legend is indeed true. But finding it will be no easy task. We will face not only the hardships and dangers of nature, but also the ever-present traps and challenges from enemies." He gazed at the light in the distant night sky, his expression growing increasingly serious. "And those meteors that just fell were not accidental. They may signify the imminent arrival of some uninvited guests."
“What you said seems to make a lot of sense.” Zhao De nodded thoughtfully, then said firmly, “But now that we have a goal, we should bravely try! What do you all think? Shall we join this friend on a journey to find the ‘Holy Crystal’?”
A chorus of agreement immediately rose from the crowd. "That's right! It's better than sitting and waiting to die!" "I'm willing to join you too!" Even a few villagers who had initially been ambiguous expressed their support.
Just as the atmosphere was reaching its climax, a sudden burst of hurried footsteps rang out—it was one of the soldiers who had been guarding the outer defensive line rushing over. "Something's wrong!" he reported, panting, "Another unknown force is approaching...quite a few of them, and they're moving very fast. They don't seem to have any friendly intentions!"
These words immediately caused an uproar. Some villagers appeared terrified, even starting to back away. "Why now of all times..." someone said in despair. But among them, a voice shouted, "What are you afraid of? We have mysterious friends helping us now!"
The little girl gripped the young man's hand tightly, trying to appear brave despite her fear. "Brother...brother, can you really find that 'Holy Crystal'?"
Feeling the slight tremor in her small hand, the young man lowered his head and gave the girl a reassuring smile. "Of course. Don't worry, I'll protect each and every one of you. But before that, we must deal with this new troublemaker."
Chapter 1078 Seeking Advice
Chapter 1078 Seeking Advice
After saying this, he led some volunteers to the outer perimeter to set up defensive fortifications; at the same time, he arranged for others to take cover to avoid being detected by the enemy. "Remember to cooperate with each other and don't act alone. Keep communication open and report any changes in the situation in a timely manner," the young man specifically instructed before they set off.
Meanwhile, Liana didn't engage her subordinates in direct combat but instead quietly observed the unfolding events from the shadows. "How interesting... This kid seems pretty good at fighting, but finding that legendary treasure won't be easy. Hehehe..." A wicked smile played on her lips as her figure gradually disappeared into the shadows.
As time ticked by, the first rays of dawn finally appeared on the horizon. The battle was not yet over, but the invaders' advance had been initially repelled. When the first rays of sunlight shone on this once ravaged land, people saw hope.
"Phew, we're safe for now." A villager who participated in the operation breathed a long sigh of relief.
Zhao De patted the dirt off his hands, turned around and looked at the young man who was still standing calmly in the center behind him, "So what's next? Continue to move forward and search for the 'Holy Crystal' as planned?"
The latter nodded slightly: "That's right. But now we need to adjust our mindset and regroup as soon as possible; at the same time, we can't ignore any new developments the enemy might make. So, let's begin now!"
Just then, a faint but chilling sound suddenly came from not far away...
"Hmm? This aura... Could it be...?" The young man, who had just experienced a fierce battle, frowned slightly. "Gentlemen, it seems we still have more to do... Stay vigilant."
Zhao De and the other villagers exchanged tense glances. Although last night's battle had exhausted them all, now was clearly not the time to let their guard down. "Okay, do as you say," Zhao De replied, then quickly began organizing the men to readjust their formation and check their weapons and equipment. Meanwhile, the mysterious young man remained steadfastly vigilant; he frequently looked around, seemingly trying to glean some unusual information from the air.
"Haven't you guys noticed how unusually quiet it is today? We can't even hear the usual bird calls..." one of the young men on guard duty muttered under his breath. This immediately caught the attention of his companions. "Yeah! Something's definitely not right!" another chimed in. "Hopefully nothing serious will happen..." yet another said worriedly.
Just then, a piercing scream suddenly erupted from not far away! Immediately afterward, a wounded squad member dragged his bloodied body and frantically fled towards the main position. "Everyone, get out of the way—a swarm of poisonous bees is attacking!!!" he shouted breathlessly, his voice filled with terror.
Instantly, the entire scene erupted into chaos. "What's going on?" "Quickly, hide!" "My god! Where did all these poisonous bees come from...?" Such cries filled the air. A dense, dark mass of creatures, like a cloud, was rapidly approaching, devouring almost all life in its path.
Seeing this, Zhao De immediately made a decision: "Let's find a place to hide first and then make further plans!" At the same time, he turned to the young man who had been silently observing the surroundings, seeking advice.
Chapter 1079 We'll meet again
Chapter 1079 We'll meet again
"Hmm..." The latter pondered for a moment and then slowly nodded in agreement. "Indeed, the best course of action at present is to avoid their sharp edge." After saying that, he took the lead and moved towards the nearest cover, signaling the others to retreat with him.
Shortly after the group found temporary shelter, a swarm of poisonous bees completely covered the area. A pungent stench filled the air. "These things look really powerful, huh?" a villager asked in a trembling voice.
"It's more than just 'quite powerful'! It's even more terrifying than those wild beasts!" someone chimed in. "Luckily, we reacted in time and evacuated in time, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable."
Hearing this discussion, the little girl hiding in the corner couldn't help but look up at the older brother who had been protecting her the whole time. "Are you alright?" she asked softly.
The young man smiled and patted the girl's head reassuringly, "Don't worry, little one. I have a way to handle them. No matter what happens later, just remember not to run around."
Just then, several scattered wasps suddenly swarmed into the small space and flew around wildly. "Oh no! This is bad—how did they still follow us?" someone shouted in panic. "Quick, cover your mouth and nose to prevent inhaling the venom!" someone else shouted, warning those around them to be careful.
As the crisis worsened, the young man who had remained calm finally stood up, ready to take action. He took out a strangely shaped pendant from his pocket, put it on his chest, closed his eyes, and muttered a few words. Instantly, a strange and powerful aura emanated from his entire body.
"This is..." one of the more knowledgeable elders exclaimed, his eyes wide with disbelief. "You...you actually know how to use ancient magic?!"
Before anyone else could react, a visible radiance rapidly spread from the young man, forming an invisible barrier that enveloped the entire hiding place. The poisonous bees that had been hovering outside, trying to infiltrate, were instantly electrocuted upon contact with this light and fell to the ground, incapacitated!
After witnessing such an amazing scene, everyone who was initially in a state of extreme panic showed joy on their faces. "That's incredible! It's just like a legendary hero who vanquishes demons..." A little girl was so excited that she almost burst into tears.
However, just when everyone thought the situation was completely under control, a chilling laugh suddenly came from the depths of the cave...
"Heh heh heh~ Little brother, you're quite capable indeed~ I wonder if you can handle this old acquaintance of mine?" The speaker was a woman dressed in a black bodysuit with a cold expression. She lightly waved a slender ebony staff in her hand, which looked particularly mysterious and terrifying in the dim light. As soon as she finished speaking, a sharp, cold light shot out towards the mysterious young man standing at the front!
Faced with the sudden attack, the young man quickly dodged to the side. A look of alertness flashed in his eyes, and then he calmly said, "Liana, it seems we'll be meeting again."
Liana's lips curled into a wicked smile as she said, "You remember very well. But this time, I don't want you to get away with it so easily."
Chapter 1080 Joint Resistance
Chapter 1080 Joint Resistance
The young man looked at Liana with unwavering eyes and replied softly, "Then it depends on your strength."
Just as the two were preparing to clash again, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the cave. Immediately afterward, a young female soldier ran in, panting, and said, "It's bad! An enemy force is rapidly approaching from the south. They are numerous, and they have heavily armed troops… We need to evacuate immediately!"
Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions turned serious. Zhao De frowned and looked at the mysterious young man: "What do we do now?"
After a moment's thought, the young man decisively gave the order: "We must split up. Half of you stay here with me to buy some time, while the other half take the villagers and evacuate first. I will finish things here as soon as possible and then come to meet you."
"Brother...brother, be careful..." The little girl held the young man's hand tightly, her face full of worry.
The young man smiled gently: "Don't worry, I'll be fine. What you need to do now is leave with the main group. We'll see each other again soon."
"Then I'll leave everything to you!" Zhao De cast a grateful glance at the others who were preparing to stay.
At that moment, Liana's cold voice interrupted: "It seems our duel will have to wait until another day. But believe me, the secret of the 'Holy Crystal' is definitely not something you can keep to yourself. We'll soon have an even more exciting show to watch..."
After she finished speaking, her figure gradually disappeared like smoke, leaving only a string of threatening laughter echoing in the air.
At the same time, the youth quickly organized the remaining people who were willing to fight together against the impending new enemy into a state of combat readiness, awaiting the arrival of an even more severe challenge.
Meanwhile, on the other side, led by a group of brave individuals, the villagers had quietly begun their evacuation...
Zhao De took a deep breath and looked at the mysterious young man: "Brother, we're leaving these people in your hands. Be careful." The young man nodded slightly, his firm gaze filled with unwavering determination.
Just as everyone was preparing to face their unknown fate, a young female soldier rushed up to Zhao De and shouted, "Captain, enemy troops are approaching from the south!"
"How many people? What's their equipment like?" Zhao De asked nervously.
“There are a lot of them, and they seem to be carrying a lot of heavy weapons. We have to get out of here quickly!” the woman replied breathlessly.
"Listen up, everyone! Follow the plan! Young men, are you ready?" Zhao De turned to the young man and asked.
The young man nodded, then said to the people around him, "Gentlemen, now is the time to show our strength. No matter what kind of enemy we face, we must not be afraid. We are here to protect more innocent lives."
One villager couldn't help but mutter a complaint: "Hey... is this kid just bragging? How can a few unarmed men possibly stand up against a well-trained army?"
Another, slightly older person patted the former on the shoulder and comforted him, saying, "Don't worry too much. Since he dared to say that, he must be quite confident. Besides, we don't have much of a choice; we can only take the plunge!"
The young man ignored the conversation around him, silently gazing at the ancient magical ornament in his hand. As the last ray of light faded, the entire shelter was shrouded in a thin mist. The commotion outside grew louder, clearly indicating that the pursuers were closing in on the entrance.
Chapter 1081 Rapid Pursuit
Chapter 1081 Rapid Pursuit
Just as the air inside the cave was becoming increasingly oppressive, a gentle breeze suddenly blew by, bringing with it the fresh scent of earth and the sounds of birdsong from the distant woods. "Strange, why does it feel like the surroundings are coming alive again?" the villagers, who had been living in fear, couldn't help but wonder.
Just then, the young man whispered, "Everyone, please be quiet. I'm trying to find a way to get us out of this dangerous situation safely. Hopefully, this little trick will fool them..."
A few seconds later, when everyone opened their eyes again, they found themselves in a peaceful and beautiful valley, with a clear stream flowing in the distance...
A child asked curiously, "Wow! Brother, what magic did you use to bring us here? It's amazing! The scenery here is like a paradise!"
The young man smiled silently, gently stroking the soft hair of the girl beside him, his eyes gleaming with confidence and determination. Just as everyone was immersed in this moment of peace, the faint sound of horses' hooves and the voices of soldiers talking could be heard again in the distance.
"Oh no, it looks like those guys will be coming back soon!" an old man exclaimed.
Zhao De immediately reacted: "Everyone, hurry along the stream and try to avoid their eyes and ears!" At the same time, the young magician turned to face north, stretched out his arms and chanted an ancient incantation—one of the important measures necessary to create a barrier in a short time to slow down the enemy's pursuit and buy enough time for civilians to escape.
Just as everyone was immersed in the tense and exciting atmosphere, another gentle female voice came from the back of the group: "Thank you for saving us... but could you please tell me your true identity? Where did you learn such powerful abilities? And..." Before she could finish, she was interrupted by her companion: "Hey! Now is not the time for you to gossip!"
The enigmatic yet trustworthy man simply smiled faintly, offering no direct answer, but leaving behind a cryptic and expectant statement: "Believe me, all the answers will be revealed in due time. But right now, the most important thing is to ensure everyone's safe escape from this dangerous situation... So, let's move forward together!"