The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 782 Assessment Results

When night fell, they sat around the campfire and planned their next trip. Chenxi looked at his teammates sitting in a circle, and his heart was filled with gratitude and strength: "We are about to step into the land of oblivion. No matter what happens, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible."

"That's right. As long as there is light in our hearts, the darkness will eventually be illuminated." Ryan said, raising his hand, and the others responded. Five pairs of hands were tightly folded together, symbolizing indestructible unity and faith.

"Then, let us head towards the forgotten land, uncover the truth of the ancient prophecy, and protect the balance of this world." Su Mo's voice rang out in the quiet night sky, like a clear spring, cleansing the soul, and also opened the prelude to the next chapter of this adventure.

The firelight illuminated their faces, and everyone's eyes flickered with a desire for the unknown and confidence in victory. The distant sky, as if echoing their determination, was dotted with dazzling stars.

"Let's go. The dawn has risen, and our story is waiting for the most glorious chapter." Ryan stood up, his figure illuminated by the firelight looked exceptionally tall. His words were like a horn, arousing everyone's fighting spirit.

The villagers stood not far away, watching the scene silently and talking in low voices.

"Look at them, they seem like they came out of the heroic poems passed down from ancient times." exclaimed a young blacksmith.

"Yeah, it would be great if I could become that kind of person." The child next to him looked longingly.

"Everyone has his own mission. The mission of the messengers of light is to protect the world, and ours is to cheer them on here and look forward to their return." The blacksmith gently touched the child's head, his eyes full of tenderness.

The messengers of light set out on their journey, each step looking so determined. As they went deeper into the forgotten land, the surrounding scenery gradually became desolate and strange, and the air was filled with an indescribable depression. But there was an invisible bond between them that allowed them to move forward side by side even in the face of unknown fear.

"The feeling here is very different." Carlos gripped the hilt of his sword tightly and looked around vigilantly.

"Indeed, the Land of Oblivion seems to be testing our will and faith." Su Mo said softly, her eyes were sharp, as if they could penetrate the fog and reach the core of the truth.

Just as they were moving forward cautiously, a group of creatures of various shapes and colors suddenly appeared in front of them. Some looked like humans, while others were strange creatures that had never been seen before. They formed a circle, and there seemed to be something glowing in the middle.

"Welcome, messengers of light." A winged humanoid creature slowly stepped forward. Its voice was ethereal and ancient. "We are the guardians of the Forgotten Land, waiting for you as predicted."

Everyone was stunned, and then became more alert, but they also realized that this might be an important clue.

"Guardian, we are here to find the ancient prophecy and the way to balance light and darkness." Chenxi stepped forward with a sincere look.

The guardian nodded and said, "Son of Prophecy, the answer you seek is in the core of light. But to reach it, you must pass the test we set and prove that you are qualified to know these secrets."

An unprecedented trial begins, and the messengers of light face various tests of mind and strength. Every challenge makes them have a deeper understanding of themselves and the trust between each other. And those strange creatures, after witnessing their efforts, gradually change from initial doubts to support and respect.

"I have never seen such a united and powerful team." A fish-man-like guardian exclaimed, its language was strange but its emotions were sincere.

Finally, when the last trial was completed, the core of light slowly opened in front of them, revealing the treasure inside - an ancient book that emitted a faint light and seemed to contain all the wisdom and knowledge in the world.

The morning light gently touched the book, and suddenly, a beam of light shot up into the sky, illuminating the entire forgotten land, and an indescribable warmth surged in everyone's heart.

"Is this... the true meaning of the prophecy?" Chenxi murmured to himself, with shock and determination in his eyes.

"It's more profound than we expected, Chenxi. It looks like your journey has just begun." Ryan's voice was full of encouragement and contained infinite expectations for the future.

"Lightbringers, you have proven your worth," the guardians whispered in unison, their eyes gleaming with hope for the future.

Just as they were about to leave the Forgotten Land, the old man appeared again, with relief in his eyes: "Remember, balance is not static, but requires constant efforts to maintain. Your journey will be a beacon for this world."

"We understand." Chenxi answered on behalf of everyone, his tone filled with unprecedented firmness and maturity.

They set out on their journey home, but everyone knew that this was just a new starting point. The Land of Oblivion gave them not only knowledge, but more importantly, a deep understanding and confidence in light, self, and the future.

On the way, passers-by cast admiring glances at them, and some even kneel down to worship them, calling them true heroes. But for the messengers of light, the greatest honor is to be able to protect this land and the light in everyone's heart.

"Look over there, those are the messengers of light! They are back!" A child pointed excitedly into the distance, interrupting the tranquility of the village.

The villagers stopped what they were doing and gathered to greet these legendary warriors. Their eyes were full of curiosity and respect, and discussions broke out one after another.

"I heard they really found a way to balance light and dark!" one woman exclaimed.

"Of course! The bravery and wisdom of the messengers of light are the pride of all of us." The man next to him echoed, his tone full of pride.

As the figures of the messengers of light gradually became clearer, the crowd spontaneously made way for them, their eyes full of expectation and awe. Chenxi walked at the front of the team, holding the ancient book tightly in his hand. The soft light it emitted seemed to be a symbol of hope.

"Hello everyone, we are back." Chenxi smiled gently and greeted the villagers. His change amazed everyone. The temperament radiating from the inside out was more calm and powerful than when he set out.

"Chenxi, have you found the answer?" A young apprentice mustered up the courage to ask what everyone was thinking.

The morning light gently flipped open the book, and the ancient runes were faintly visible in the dim light. "We found something more important than the answer - a story about faith, sacrifice and persistence. What really keeps the world in balance is the decisions and actions of each of us."

The crowd was silent for a moment, then burst into thunderous applause, mixed with excited discussions. The messengers of light not only brought back knowledge, but also brought back the fire of hope, igniting the dreams and courage in everyone's heart.

Just as the atmosphere reached its climax, an elderly woman trembled as she squeezed through the crowd. Her eyes moved between several messengers of light, and finally stopped at Chenxi. "Child, can you tell me what this balance between light and darkness means to an ordinary person like me?"

Chenxi walked down, squatted down, and looked at the old man. "Dear elder, light and darkness exist in everyone's heart. For you, for all of us, it means to remain kind in the face of difficulties in life, to remain humble in good times, to illuminate others with love and understanding while warming yourself. Everyone is a messenger of light in his own world."

Tears welled up in the woman's eyes. The people around her were deeply moved by her words. The scene was completely silent except for the whisper of the wind.

"So, what about our future?" A young man's voice broke the silence. "After you, what can we do to maintain this balance?"

"Keep telling our story and pass on this belief." Lin Hao stepped forward, his tone firm, "Everyone can be the hero in their own story. They just need to hold on to the light in their hearts and bravely face the darkness in their lives."

As the conversation ended, night fell quietly. The messengers of light and the villagers gathered around the campfire, sharing their experiences and insights during the journey. The firelight illuminated faces full of hope. In this harmonious scene, Chenxi and his companions knew that the real battle was not over yet, but they had the most precious weapon - the trust of the people and the light in their hearts.

At the end of the story, Su Mo whispered to Chen Xi: "Although we have returned from the forgotten land, the real journey has just begun, and there will be more challenges waiting for us in the future."

"That's right." Chenxi responded, with determination in his eyes, "But as long as we keep a bright mind and move forward courageously, there is nothing we can't overcome."

"Yes, Chenxi." Ryan interrupted, with a smile on his face, a smile that was more resolute after going through storms, "The light is never alone, because we have each other around us, and there are countless people who believe in the light and look forward to the light."

"Well said, Ryan." Carlos agreed. He patted Ryan on the shoulder with a force full of trust in his partner. "Besides, the smiles of those we have helped are our driving force to move forward."

Just as everyone was immersed in the warm atmosphere, a low and mysterious voice suddenly sounded at the edge of the campfire, attracting everyone's attention.

"Messengers of light, I am a historian from a distant country. I am tracking the ancient legends, hoping to witness the power of light with my own eyes." A traveler in a long robe and with an old face slowly stepped into the firelight, his eyes flickering with a desire for knowledge.

Chenxi stood up and politely invited, "Dear scholar, welcome to join us. We are willing to share our stories, and hope to learn more about the unknown world from you."

The scholar nodded in thanks, sat down and began to tell an ancient prophecy. It was a legend about the ancient struggle between light and darkness. The difference was that this version contained undiscovered secrets.

"It is said that at the end of the world, there is a secret place where the spring water can directly nourish the human soul and help people understand the true way of balance. But the secret place is surrounded by heavy fog and no one can find its exact location."

There was an immediate burst of exclamations from the crowd. This new information was like a stone thrown into a lake, causing ripples.

"This... this sounds incredible!" a villager exclaimed, and the discussion around him also grew louder.

Chenxi's deep eyes flickered in the firelight. He turned to his companions, his eyes filled with doubts and an urge to explore: "It sounds like our journey is far from over. If this secret realm really exists, it may give us the key to protecting the balance."

Su Mo smiled gently, and her smile was filled with a yearning for the unknown: "Then, since the road to light is endless, why should we fear the distance? No matter how difficult the challenge is, as long as we are together, there are infinite possibilities."

At this time, a shooting star streaked across the night sky, causing a round of cheers. The villagers made wishes one after another, and the messengers of light secretly decided in their hearts that they would continue to move forward and explore the unknown secrets, not only for the balance of the world, but also for the desire and pursuit of light in everyone's heart.

"Then, let's set off early tomorrow morning." Chenxi announced, his voice full of strength and determination, as if telling the world that no matter how long and unknown the road ahead is, the messengers of light will move forward courageously.

"Chenxi, are you really going to that secret place?" a young girl asked with curiosity and admiration in her eyes. Her voice was not loud, but it was enough to quiet everyone around, and everyone's eyes were focused on Chenxi.

Chenxi smiled and looked at the girl gently. "Yes, in order to seek more light and to protect everything we love, we must embark on this journey. Everyone has a secret place in their heart that needs to be explored, right?"

Murmurs of approval broke out among the crowd, their expressions filled with anticipation and encouragement, as if the decision of the Lightbringers had given them new hope and strength.

"It's really exciting, messengers of light." An elderly blacksmith said with emotion. His face was full of traces of time, but his eyes were shining with longing. "May your path be bright and safe, and bring back more light to guide us."

"Thank you for your blessing, Mr. Blacksmith." Lin Hao responded. He looked around and felt that every beating heart resonated with theirs. "Please believe that no matter where we go, our belief in protecting the light will never change."

At this time, the historian stood up, his voice deep and powerful: "In ancient documents, it is mentioned that the road to the secret realm is full of trials and temptations. Messengers of light, are you ready?"

"Since the moment we chose to become messengers of light, we have been ready to face everything." Ryan's voice was firm and confident, and his smile was full of calmness after going through hardships. "No matter how bumpy the road ahead is, we will move forward shoulder to shoulder." (End of this chapter)