The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 728 Disappearance

As soon as he finished speaking, the man in black robe disappeared completely, and the space around them began to distort, as if the whole world was collapsing.

"Quick, use the power of the Ring of Unity to stabilize the space!" Klein shouted anxiously. The five of them quickly formed a circle and concentrated the power of the ring to form a protective halo.

The halo shone with dazzling light, creating a fierce confrontation with the chaotic darkness around it. The distortion of space gradually subsided, and everything returned to calm. They were panting and looked around, and found that they were no longer in the original cave, but appeared in an unknown void area.

"Where is this?" Alvin asked nervously.

"It seems that we have been taken to another place by the man in black robe." Sebastian gripped his weapon tightly and looked around vigilantly.

At this moment, a gentle but majestic voice sounded in the void: "Children, you have behaved very bravely."

Everyone looked up suddenly, and saw a figure gradually emerging in the void. It was the bright knight Arthur wearing glorious armor and holding a holy sword. The legendary hero appeared before them alive.

“Lord Arthur?” Klein exclaimed in surprise.

"It's me, Klein." The Knight of Light Arthur smiled and said, "The test you have gone through is the test I left behind to find the true successor of light."

"Trial?" Su Mo asked in confusion, "The man in black robe too?"

"He is my long-time opponent, named Shadow Archon, who has been trying to overturn the balance of the world." Arthur looked solemn, "But you have proved the power of light. Unity and hope can illuminate the deepest darkness."

"But he ran away, what should we do?" Ivan asked.

"Don't worry, you have won. The Shadow Archon will not pose a threat in the short term." Arthur waved the holy sword in his hand, and a beam of light penetrated the void, as if repairing something. "Now, you need to return to the real world, spread the legacy I left behind, and protect the light of the world."

“Legacy?” Klein and the others looked at each other.

"Yes, the Ring of Unity is just the beginning. In this space, even more powerful relics are hidden, waiting for warriors who can wield them." Arthur's voice echoed in the void, full of inspiring power.

Just as everyone was puzzled, the ground shook, and a door made of light slowly opened. Behind the door was the road leading to the real world. Arthur nodded: "Go, warriors, use your power to bring peace and light to this world."

The five of them looked at each other, their eyes full of determination. Klein walked in front and stepped into the Gate of Light, followed closely by the others.

The world outside the door was so familiar yet different. It seemed that everything became more vivid because of their return. The cheers of the people, the laughter of the children, and the long-lost sunshine all seemed particularly warm.

On their way back, they kept encountering surprised and delighted passers-by.

"Look, it's them! The heroes who found the Ring of Unity!" A woman pointed at them and said excitedly to the people next to her.

"I thought it was a myth, but I didn't expect it to be true!" exclaimed a young man.

"Yeah, I heard that they also met the Knight of Light Arthur!" Another person joined the discussion, his face full of admiration.

These voices reached Klein and his companions' ears, and a warm current surged in their hearts. They understood that although the real battle was over, the mission of protecting the light had just begun.

They stopped at the edge of the town. The setting sun was still as red as blood, dyeing the sky a magnificent red. Klein turned his head to look at his companions. Each of them was filled with maturity and determination after going through trials and tribulations.

"We're back," he whispered, his eyes flickering with new determination.

"But our journey is far from over." Su Mo continued, his eyes deep.

"That's right, as long as the darkness remains, our fight will not stop." Sebastian clenched his fists.

Ivan smiled, with a hint of relief in his smile: "Then let us continue to move forward and become each other's strongest support on the bright road."

"Speaking of backup, I don't want to be the guy who hides behind and shoots arrows anymore." Sebastian joked, causing everyone to laugh.

At this time, an old man staggered over, his face full of wrinkles showing the wisdom of the years. He stopped and looked at Klein and his group carefully, with a glint of light in his eyes: "Young man, I can sense an unusual aura from you. Have you really met the legendary Knight of Light?"

Klein stepped forward and answered respectfully, "Yes, old man, we are fortunate to have the guidance of Lord Arthur. Is there anything I can help you with?"

The old man shook his head, a trace of nostalgia flashing in his eyes: "I don't need anything, I just want to tell you that light and darkness always coexist in this world. What's important is the choice in people's hearts. You have given me hope, and that's enough."

“Thank you for your encouragement. We will continue to work hard.” Klein said gratefully.

They continued to move forward, each step seemed more determined than the one before. From time to time, people recognized them and looked at them with admiration, either in surprise or envy.

"Look, they defeated the man in black robes and met the Knight of Light!" A young couple talked about it, with longing written all over their faces.

"I wish I could be a hero like that." the boy said longingly.

"You can too. Everyone has the potential to be a hero as long as there is light in their hearts." The girl responded gently.

These conversations were like an invisible force that inspired Klein and the others. They understood that their actions were not only for themselves, but also to inspire the light in the hearts of more people.

Night fell again, the town was brightly lit, and laughter could be heard from every household. Klein and his companions stopped in front of a hotel and prepared to rest.

“Tomorrow, we will split up and search for the powerful relic that Lord Arthur mentioned, while also spreading light and hope,” Klein suggested.

"Good idea. This way we can cover a wider area faster." Su Mo agreed.

"Then how do we contact each other?" Ivan asked.

Klein took out a delicate communication crystal from his arms and shook it gently: "This was given to us by Lord Arthur before we left. He said it could help us contact each other in an emergency."

"That's very thoughtful," Sebastian praised.

They each went back to their rooms to rest, but their hearts were filled with turmoil. Klein stood by the window, gazing at the night sky, and made a promise to himself: "No matter how difficult the road ahead is, I will persevere until the darkness no longer covers this land."

Just as he was lost in thought, a gentle voice sounded in his ears: "Klein, what are you thinking about?" It was Su Mo, who had come to the window without him noticing.

Klein smiled slightly: "I was thinking, we still have a long way to go, but I am not alone, because I have you."

Su Mo looked at Klein with tenderness in his eyes: "We won't let you be alone, because you are our light."

The two looked at each other, without saying anything, a deep understanding and tacit understanding flowed between them. At this time, a gust of night wind blew by, as if cheering for this firm friendship.

“No matter what happens tomorrow, the stars are beautiful tonight, aren’t they?” Klein said softly.

"Yes, it's beautiful." Su Mo responded. The two of them stood together quietly, enjoying this rare tranquility while also looking forward to the new challenges that were about to come.

As the night deepened, Klein and his companions sat around a small table in the hotel, planning their next move. Su Mo was silent for a while, and finally spoke: "Klein, where do you think the relic that Lord Arthur mentioned might be? I think we should start looking for clues from the place we are most familiar with."

Klein nodded in agreement, and the focus of this discussion quietly turned to Su Mo. He showed a different decisiveness than before and began to lead the direction of the discussion, proposing a series of logically clear and creative search plans that impressed his companions.

"I think," Su Mo continued, "we should split up and go to places where the legends of light once appeared, those forgotten ancient sites, or places where the Knights of Light left traces in history. Since the relics are destined to be with us, the clues are likely to be in our memories and experiences."

Everyone was attracted by Su Mo's ideas and put forward their own opinions and suggestions. Su Mo listened patiently, carefully integrated everyone's ideas, and formed a detailed action plan. In this process, Su Mo's leadership ability and deep understanding of the team were undoubtedly revealed, making his position in the team more prominent.

The next morning, when the first rays of sunlight penetrated the mist, they were ready to go. Klein looked at Su Mo, his eyes full of trust and support: "Su Mo, I believe in your judgment. We will act according to the plan, and you will be responsible for summarizing the information and serve as our think tank."

Su Mo accepted the responsibility with a smile. He knew that this was not just an assignment, but also an affirmation and expectation of him. "Each of us may be the key to solving the puzzle. Klein, you and me, as well as Sebastian and Ivan, we are an inseparable whole. Only if we work closely together can we overcome the unknown ahead."

As the sun rose and set, they dispersed according to the plan, while Su Mo stayed in the town and established a temporary information exchange center. Whenever night fell, they shared their discoveries through the communication crystal in Klein's hand. Su Mo could always keenly capture the key points in the information and guide the team step by step to the truth.

On a sunny afternoon, while sorting out his notes, Su Mo suddenly discovered a hidden clue about a lost ancient book of light that was said to reveal the location of a powerful relic. He immediately contacted everyone through the crystal and decided to embark on a journey to find the book himself.

"Klein, I found a possible clue. An ancient book hidden deep in a forgotten library. I must go there." Su Mo's voice was firm.

Klein said without hesitation: "Then be careful. The rest of us will also speed up our search and provide you with support."

Su Mo embarked on a journey to find ancient books. Every step was full of unknowns and challenges, but he was extremely determined. In a race against time, Su Mo not only successfully obtained the ancient books, but also grew up in a series of trials, gradually revealing his own brilliance and proving his potential as a protagonist.

As he flipped through the heavy ancient book and found the first clue to the powerful relic, Su Mo whispered to the communication crystal: "Klein, we are getting closer and closer to the answer. Are you ready? This time, I will lead everyone to the light."

Klein's response transcended the distance, full of strength and faith: "I've been prepared for a long time, Su Mo. Your discovery makes our path brighter, and we believe in every decision you make. There is light ahead, and no matter what challenges we face, they cannot stop us from moving forward."

At the same time, Sebastian and Ivan were each searching for clues in ancient ruins and corners forgotten by the sun, and the flame of hope was also ignited in their hearts. Whenever night fell, through Klein's communication crystal, the four shared the day's gains and hardships. Their conversations were not only filled with the excitement of adventure, but also with unconditional trust and support for each other.

"Today I found a strange symbol in a ruin. It seems to be related to the history of the Knights of Light. I plan to explore it in depth tomorrow." Ivan's voice revealed irrepressible curiosity and excitement.

Sebastian responded in his deep and powerful voice: "I encountered a sudden storm in a forgotten temple, but after the storm, I found a stone tablet engraved with an ancient prophecy. This may be one of the clues we have been looking for."

Just like the silk thread that weaves dreams, it connects them tightly. Even if they are in different places, they can feel the close bond and common goal between each other.

Su Mo was in the deepest part of the library, his fingers gently stroking the yellowed pages of the ancient book, and a strong sense of mission surged in his heart: "This book not only records the clues of the relics, but also contains the profound philosophy about the balance between light and darkness. What we need is not only strength, but also a deep understanding of this world."

As the investigation deepens, their respective story lines seem to be separate but closely intertwined, and each discovery paves the way for the final convergence. Su Mo uses the guidance of ancient books to gradually uncover the mystery of the location of the relic; Klein accidentally obtains a historical legend related to the relic during his interaction with local residents in the town; Sebastian and Ivan also discover clues pointing in the same direction during their respective exploration journeys.

"It seems that all the clues are pointing to the same place—the sanctuary forgotten by time." Klein concluded during a late-night call, his tone filled with excitement at the mystery that was about to be solved.

"It's time to gather and go to the place guarded by both light and darkness." Su Mo's words were full of expectation and determination. He knew that it would be the ultimate journey to test their friendship, courage and wisdom. (End of this chapter)