anovelconsole Chapter 771 Hot Dog
Chapter 771 Hot Dog
As night fell, the royal city was brightly lit and decorated to welcome the four warriors back. When they stepped into the gate of the royal city, the whole city cheered and applauded. The king personally came to the gate to greet them.
"You not only brought back light, but also ignited the fire of hope for the entire kingdom." The king's words echoed in the square, and the cheers of the people resounded through the sky.
At the celebration banquet in the palace, Su Mo raised his glass and gave a speech: "Along the way, we have encountered not only challenges, but also countless ordinary people who have inspired us to move forward with their persistence and courage. The light does not belong only to us, it belongs to everyone who has hope in his heart."
At the banquet, a young noble walked up to Su Mo with a complicated expression: "I used to think that power was given by status and birth. But you made me understand the meaning of a hero again."
"Heroes come from the people, and they also come from choice." Su Mo responded with a smile, "Every moment of choosing light and resisting darkness is proof of being a hero."
As the banquet was coming to an end, the night sky of the royal city was suddenly pierced by a strange light. It was a soft blue light that was neither sunlight nor moonlight, and seemed to come from the distant sky.
Everyone present looked at the incredible scene, and a deep and mysterious voice sounded in everyone's mind: "The real test is about to come. The contest between light and shadow will determine the fate of the world..."
The cheers at the banquet came to an abrupt end. Su Mo exchanged glances with his friends. They knew that a new adventure was calling.
In the corner of the tavern, the scarred man put down his glass and looked at the strange scene outside the window. An unprecedented impulse surged in his heart: "Perhaps, it's time to let go of the past and pursue my own light."
"What do you think this blue light means? Is it the test that the black shadow mentioned?" A customer in the tavern asked curiously in a low voice.
The scarred man raised a subtle smile and took the initiative to join the conversation for the first time: "It's not just a test, it's also a choice. The journey of the four heroes shows us the possibility of change. If even they can find light in despair, why can't we?"
His transformation surprised the people around him, and they all cast inquiring glances at him. The scarred man continued, "I used to be a skeptic, but from today on, I will take a different path. Maybe I can't be a hero like them, but I can be my own light."
The atmosphere in the tavern became heated because of his speech. Everyone was talking about it, and an unprecedented optimism spread among the crowd. At this time, the young farmer stood up, his eyes flashing with excitement: "He is right! We may not be able to hold a divine weapon like the four heroes, but each of us has a sword in our heart, that is our belief and courage. Let us illuminate this land in our own way!"
As soon as the words fell, the tavern burst into warm applause, and even the old customers who had remained silent at first were infected by this passion. The proprietress watched all this with a smile, and her heart was filled with warmth. She whispered to the helper beside her: "See, light is not only a kind of power, but also a kind of magic that can inspire the best part of people's hearts."
In the royal city, the atmosphere of celebration was mixed with a hint of solemnity. The king had a secret meeting with the four heroes, and the flickering candlelight in the room illuminated the serious faces.
"The appearance of blue light means the beginning of an ancient prophecy. We must be prepared to meet the coming challenges." The king's words were heavy, but his eyes revealed unquestionable determination.
Su Mo nodded in agreement: "Your Majesty, we are willing to take on the heavy responsibility, but we also believe that the power of the people cannot be ignored. Letting all the people serve as soldiers and jointly resist the impending threats is the long-term solution."
"That's exactly what I mean." The king nodded approvingly. "We will make the truth public and let everyone know that light needs everyone's protection. At the same time, we must strengthen training to improve the kingdom's overall defense capabilities."
After the meeting, the royal city began to prepare a series of announcements and training plans. When the news came out, there was a strong response from all over the country. Whether it was farmers in the fields or vendors in the market, they all responded actively and were determined to contribute their own strength to protect their homes.
At the same time, in a hidden valley, the mysterious black shadow was meeting with several tall figures in black robes.
“The rise of the four heroes exceeded our expectations. But what they awakened was not only the light, but also the shadow that had been sleeping for thousands of years.” The shadow’s voice was still cold, but with a hint of urgency.
One of them raised his hand, and a series of images of light and shadow appeared in the air, showing the various changes in the world. "Don't worry, shadow and light coexist, this is the unchanging law of the universe. Their actions have also unintentionally paved the way for us."
The shadow was silent for a moment, and finally nodded: "Then let us prepare for the final showdown. However, don't forget that the rules of this game are set by us."
The picture faded, and the valley returned to silence, leaving only a low and meaningful laughter echoing in the wind.
In an alley in the royal city, the scarred man stood alone in the moonlight, holding a newly received secret letter tightly in his hand. The contents of the letter made him look solemn. He raised his head and looked at the gradually fading blue light in the night sky, with a resolute light flashing in his eyes: "Whether it is light or shadow, I will find my own place. I will walk the future path by myself."
The scarred man walked out of the alley with firm steps, and every step seemed to be a farewell to his past self. On the street, several pedestrians returning home at night noticed the difference in his eyes and cast curious glances at him.
"Look at that man, it seems like he suddenly has a goal." A woman whispered to her husband next to her.
"Yes, everyone has to have something to pursue. Maybe we can be different tomorrow." The man replied with a hint of yearning in his tone.
Wherever the scarred man walked, it was as if he brought a gust of wind, making people want to follow him. His change was like throwing a stone into ordinary life, causing ripples.
The next morning, the market in the royal city was bustling with vendors shouting their wares. Su Mo and his companions shuttled through the crowd. They were no longer lonely travelers, but heroes surrounded by countless smiling faces and enthusiasm. A child excitedly ran up to Su Mo and handed him a bouquet of flowers: "Big brother, you are our heroes!"
"Thank you, little friend. You are also a hero in our hearts." Su Mo squatted down and gently took the bouquet. The child's face was filled with immense pride.
At the other end of the market, Jason and Lin Hao were surrounded by a group of craftsmen, all eager to learn about their knowledge and skills during their journey. "I heard that you encountered an ancient mechanism, is that true?" An old craftsman's eyes were full of curiosity.
"Of course, those mechanisms are so ingenious that they are breathtaking. However, the tools in your hands are also magic that creates miracles." Lin Hao replied, his words full of respect and humility.
At this moment, a knight came galloping on a steed, the sound of horse hooves breaking the hustle and bustle of the market. He dismounted and walked straight towards Su Mo and the others, his face full of anxiety: "Four warriors, the king urgently summons you, please go to the palace immediately."
Everyone exchanged glances and quickly rushed to the palace. Inside the palace, the king stood in front of the map with a solemn expression. Seeing Su Mo and the others coming, he immediately stepped forward and said, "The situation is urgent. Our border city has been attacked by unknown creatures. They seem to have emerged from the ground, carrying a powerful shadow force."
Su Mo frowned when he heard this: "We need to act immediately and organize a team to provide support."
"No, the enemy this time is unusual. We cannot take any risks." The king shook his head. "I plan to send the four of you to secretly go to a legendary ruin to find a treasure that can restrain the power of shadow - the Heart of Light. Only it can truly fight against the impending threat."
Hearing this decision, the companions looked at each other. Although they were nervous, they were more determined. "We understand that for the sake of light and the kingdom, we will go all out." Lin Hao said firmly.
So, the four brave men set out on their journey again, this time, their destination was hidden in ancient legends and puzzles. The news spread quickly, and people in taverns, markets, and fields talked about the feats of the four brave men. They were full of worries about the unknown challenges, but more of expectations.
On a quiet night, on a small hill at the edge of the royal city, the scarred man stood there, looking at the starry sky in the distance. Beside him, the young farmer appeared at some point, and the two stood side by side.
"You've heard about their new mission, too?" the farmer asked, breaking the silence.
The scarred man nodded: "Yes, I was thinking too, maybe I should do something, even if it's insignificant, at least it's a step towards the light."
The farmer smiled: "You see, we are all changing, and the world is changing too. The four heroes gave us hope, but they also taught us that everyone can be the protagonist of their own story."
The night breeze blew gently, and the conversation between the two seemed to drift away and merge into the sea of stars. In this seemingly calm but actually turbulent world, every soul is looking for its own bright path.
"Do you think we can find our own light?" The young farmer looked into the distance, uncertainty and desire flashing in his eyes.
The scarred man turned his head, his eyes far-reaching: "We are already on the way, young man. You see, even those warriors did not become legends overnight. They also faced fear and overcame difficulties step by step, and gradually became people's hope. Although we cannot wield divine weapons, it is enough to have faith in our hearts and a path under our feet."
At this moment, a burst of hurried footsteps interrupted their conversation. A messenger ran up the hill breathlessly, "Gentlemen, there is news. It is said...it is said that the king is publicly recruiting volunteers to assist the four brave men in completing the mission. It is said...it is said that everyone may be a hidden hero, as long as they are willing to step forward."
The young farmer's eyes lit up, and he turned to look at the scarred man. The latter just smiled slightly, and that smile was full of confidence in the future: "It seems that our first step has been decided."
Inside the palace, Su Mo and his group were gathered together, discussing the upcoming expedition plan.
"This Heart of Light sounds like a myth. Where should we find it?" Jason rubbed the map in his hand nervously.
Lin Hao patted his shoulder gently: "History always leaves clues, doesn't it? We have found many ancient books that record the legend of the Heart of Light. There must be traces to follow."
Su Mo nodded, his expression solemn: "The key is time, we must find it before those creatures cause greater damage."
At this time, an old man dressed as a scholar came in, holding a tattered scroll in his hand, his eyes sparkling with excitement: "I found it! In an ancient manuscript, the possible location of the Heart of Light is mentioned - the forgotten Temple of Glory, which is said to be hidden deep in the Misty Forest."
Hearing this, everyone was instantly cheered up, as if a ray of light had shot into the fog.
"Then, we have no time to waste." Su Mo stood up and looked at everyone with a resolute gaze. "Let's go, for the light and for everything we love."
As the four heroes set out again, the whole kingdom was excited. The bulletin board in the royal city was crowded with people. The bulletin detailed the importance of the Heart of Light and the king's call to the people. A child stood on tiptoe and tried to read the words above: "... No matter who you are, as long as you have light in your heart, you can become a force that changes the world..."
There were bursts of praise and discussion from the crowd:
"Look, even I could be a hero!"
"Yeah, this isn't just their fight, it's ours too."
"It's exciting just to think about it. Ordinary people like us also have the opportunity to shine!"
On the way to the misty forest, Su Mo and his friends met a group of volunteers, including craftsmen, ordinary farmers, and even a former thief who had turned prodigal. Their weapons and equipment varied, but they all had the same burning flame in their eyes - a desire for light and fearlessness of the unknown.
"Are you really willing to follow us into unknown danger?" Su Mo was a little surprised and a little moved.
An old hunter with a weathered face stood up and said in a hoarse but powerful voice: "We are all children of this land. Its safety is our responsibility. Besides, we can learn a lot from following the warriors!"
Su Mo smiled and nodded, a warm power surged in his heart. They were no longer alone on this journey, because a bright light was lit in everyone's heart.
The moment they stepped into the misty forest, the whole world seemed to be quiet, with only the rustling of leaves and the faint roar of wild animals in the distance. What awaits them in this unknown area will be unprecedented challenges and opportunities for self-transcendence. (End of this chapter)