The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 736 Jinling

"Are we ready to step into oblivion and find the lost light?" Sebastian raised the sword in his hand, the tip of the sword pointing to the sky, his eyes flashing with fighting spirit and determination.

Leah closed her eyes and pondered. A faint light surrounded her. It was the power from deep within her heart: "Not only us, but also those who believe in light. Their hearts are with us."

The three of them walked into the mist hand in hand, their figures gradually blurred until they disappeared. In the Forgotten Forest, unknown creatures were spying, and ancient powers were ready to move, but they never hesitated, because they knew that every challenge was the only way to a bright future.

By the fireplace in the tavern, the young man who was inspired by their story was clenching his fists, with an unquenchable fire burning in his eyes. "One day, I will find my mission and become a legend like them." He vowed to himself, and at that moment, a new dream took root in his heart.

In the Forgotten Forest, the mist was shrouded, and every step was filled with unknowns and dangers. The trees twisted and grew, as if they had life and were spying on the three warriors, while the low roars of beasts and the strange chirping of birds intertwined into a song of curse of the forest.

"This place is indeed not simple. We have to be careful." Su Mo reminded. He paid close attention to the movements around him and his hand unconsciously tightened the hilt of the sword.

"Well, my magic senses many powerful magical fluctuations in the forest. They are hiding in the dark, watching us." Leah's expression was serious, her fingers gently stroking the staff, a blue and white halo jumped on the tip of the staff, illuminating the way forward for them.

Just as they were moving forward cautiously, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly sounded, and then a panicked figure rushed out from the bushes and ran directly into Sebastian's arms.

"Help!" It was a young elf, his green eyes full of fear and his body covered with tiny wounds.

"Calm down, what happened?" Sebastian calmed the elf and whispered to comfort him, while signaling Su Mo and Leah with his eyes to stay alert.

"Monster! There is a terrible monster deep in the forest. It killed my people and I am the only survivor." The elf panted with a trembling voice.

"Monster? What does it look like?" Su Mo asked, wondering if this was related to their mission.

"Huge, with wings, covered with black scales, eyes like burning flames" the elf's description made the already depressing atmosphere around them even more solemn.

"It sounds like the 'Dark-winged Disaster Beast' in ancient legends. It is said to be a relic of ancient times. They rarely show up unless necessary." Leah pondered, secretly calculating a response strategy in her mind.

"If that's the case, we can't just leave it alone." Su Mo said firmly, "Let's go and take a look."

The three followed the elves deep into the forest. Along the way, all the creatures they encountered fled in panic, as if they were fleeing from some impending disaster. The villagers' discussions, the old man's prophecy, and the elves they met now all pointed to one fact: their arrival was by no means accidental.

Finally, they came to an open area, where a huge black-scaled monster was wreaking havoc. Every time it swung, the surrounding trees were crushed to dust.

"That's it!" The elf hid behind Sebastian, his voice trembling.

"Su Mo, Leah, prepare for battle." Sebastian ordered in a low voice, and at the same time drew his sword from its sheath. The silver sword light drew a bright line in the dim forest.

As the three people stood still, an invisible force seemed to gather around them. Even the forest creatures that usually avoided them stopped and watched quietly.

"Great travelers, your arrival is the choice of destiny." An old and majestic voice suddenly echoed in the air, and then an old man in a robe and holding a cane walked out slowly. His eyes were deep, as if he could see through everything.

"Who are you?" Su Mo took a step forward, his eyes alert and full of curiosity.

"I am the guardian of the Forgotten Forest and the last wise man. The fragment of light you are looking for is closely related to this monster." The wise man spoke slowly, his words carrying irresistible authority.

"What do you mean?" Leah asked with a frown, the light emitted by her staff became brighter, and she vigilantly protected her companions.

"This monster is actually the seal guarding the fragment of light. Only a brave man who truly possesses the heart of light can obtain the fragment after defeating it. You are the warriors I have been waiting for for a long time." The wise man's eyes swept over them one by one, and finally stopped on the ancient map in his hand.

"So, what should we do?" Sebastian gripped the hilt of the sword tightly. He could feel the blood boiling in his chest. This was the warrior's desire for battle and his persistence in his mission.

The wise man smiled and said, "I don't need to say more. You already have the answer in your heart. But please remember that strength is not the only way to solve problems. Wisdom, courage, and unity are also indispensable."

As the wise man finished speaking, Su Mo, Leah and Sebastian exchanged glances, which showed their silent understanding and determination. They slowly walked towards the monster, and the creatures around them made way for them, as if to cheer them on.

"No matter what the outcome is, we will persevere to the end." Su Mo whispered, with an unyielding fire burning in his eyes.

"We are with you." Leah and Sebastian responded in unison, and the three of them turned their backs to each other, forming an indestructible triangle formation.

Under the gaze of the wise and witnessed by many living beings, this decisive battle between light and darkness slowly began.

"Are you ready, friends?" Su Mo's voice was steady and firm, echoing in the woods and arousing a subtle resonance.

"Always be prepared." Leia responded softly, and the magic power at her fingertips gathered into a stream of light, surrounding her body and forming a light blue shield.

"Let the light guide our swords." Sebastian murmured, and the tip of the sword lightly touched the ground. Suddenly, a ray of light spread along the sword's spine to the tip of the sword, like a sharp arrow of light, pointing directly at the darkness.

"Look, that's..." A little squirrel hiding on a treetop in the distance stared at the scene with wide eyes in surprise. Its companions also poked their heads out, watching this rare battle with curiosity and awe.

As the three warriors approached step by step, the monster called "Dark-winged Disaster Beast" seemed to feel the threat. It roared to the sky, shaking the whole area. Its black scales shone with a metallic luster, looking even more hideous in the dim light.

"It's angry, everyone be careful!" the elf reminded nervously. Although his body was trembling, the fear in his eyes had been replaced by a hint of admiration.

The battle was about to start. Su Mo launched the attack first. His body was as fast as lightning, and he approached the beast in an instant. His sword flashed, and each strike was accurate and swift. The beast waved its huge claws to fight back, but he dodged it nimbly.

"Wrath of the Elements!" Leah chanted loudly, raising her hands to the sky, gathering the power of wind and fire in nature, and then swung them violently. Several brilliant magic bullets bombarded the giant beast, illuminating the dark forest and causing the surrounding animals to exclaim in surprise.

"Indestructible!" Seeing this, Sebastian took the opportunity to swing his sword to cut at the monster's exposed flaw. At the same time, a golden halo spread from the tip of the sword, forming a protective shield, resisting the counterattack of the giant beast and buying precious time for Leah's attack.

The battle continued, and although the beast was strong, it gradually became powerless under the cooperation of the three warriors. The surrounding creatures were also deeply shocked by this unprecedented scene, and many creatures began to whisper and discuss, conveying the bravery of the warriors.

"Are these outsiders really so powerful?" A cunning fox muttered to the rabbit beside him.

"It seems that the legend is not groundless. The Son of Light really exists." The rabbit sighed, with admiration flashing in his eyes.

Just as the beast's attack became more and more fierce and was about to break through Sebastian's defense, Su Mo and Leah exchanged glances tacitly and reached a consensus on a plan in silence.

"The final chapter of light!" Leah's voice resounded through the forest. Her staff shot out a dazzling beam of light, which went straight through the chest of the giant beast. At the same time, Su Mo's sword, guided by the beam of light, made a decisive blow, releasing the fragments of light sealed in the body of the giant beast. The entire forest was shocked.

"It's over." Su Mo panted, looking at the soft light emitted by the fragments, his heart filled with incredible emotion.

"But this is just the beginning, isn't it?" Sebastian sheathed his sword, looking into the distance, as if he had foreseen the many challenges ahead.

The giant beast fell to the ground with a loud bang, and the forest returned to peace again. The guardian of the Forgotten Forest slowly walked towards them, tapping the ground with the cane in his hand, making a crisp sound.

"Well done, true warriors. Not only have you protected this land, but you have also unlocked the first seal of the Fragment of Light. Next, there are more trials waiting for you."

"Trial?" Leah asked doubtfully, but her eyes were filled with determination, as if no challenge could stop them.

"The world is big, and the struggle between darkness and light never stops. Your journey has just begun." The wise man's words were meaningful. Accompanied by a mysterious wind, his figure gradually went away, leaving the three warriors standing there, looking at each other.

"No matter what awaits us ahead, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible." Su Mo smiled and looked at his companions.

"Yes, let us move on, for this world, for light." Leia clenched her staff, her eyes shining with undying determination.

"It seems that our road is longer and more difficult than expected." Sebastian's eyes followed the direction where the wise man disappeared, and his tone was both heavy and unyielding.

"The Demon King's Trial..." Leah murmured, her staff gently touching the ground, as if she was sensing the secrets hidden beneath the earth. "This is not only a test for us, but also a test of whether this world can usher in a new era."

Su Mo looked into the distance, a confident smile on his face: "Since it is a trial, it means there is a possibility of passing it. As long as the three of us are here, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome."

The elf recovered from his shock, and hope rekindled in his eyes: "I can lead the way. I know some ancient legends about the Demon King's Trial. Maybe I can help."

The three of them looked at each other, and without further ado, a power called trust flowed between them. Thus, the four of them set out on a new journey, heading towards the location of the Demon King Trial - Shadow Abyss.

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Shadow Abyss, a place shrouded by an ancient curse, is always covered with dark clouds and the sun is never seen. It is the legendary place where the devil sleeps. Along the way, they encountered all kinds of obstacles beyond imagination: talking thorn forests, unpredictable illusion mazes, and the undead army guarding the abyss.

"These obstacles were set up by the Demon King to stop us." Su Mo cut off an undead soldier and panted, "We must be faster, otherwise there will be more difficulties waiting for us."

Leia used magic to create a bridge of light across an impassable abyss: "The light will guide us through the darkness."

And Sebastian, his sword never stopped, every swing was accompanied by a firm determination: "Every step, will bring us closer to the light."

Just as they were about to reach the core of the Shadow Abyss after going through so much hardship, a deep and magnetic voice echoed in the air: "Oh, brave travelers, welcome to your destination. I am the master of this abyss, and also what you call the Demon King."

In the shadows, a huge figure emitting a dark light slowly rose up. It had a face that was both majestic and evil, and a playful light flashed in its eyes.

"You are the devil?" Su Mo gripped the hilt of the sword tightly, not flinching.

"I am the test that you must defeat." The demon king's voice was filled with unquestionable authority, "But before I give you the test, I have a suggestion."

"Tell me about it," Sebastian responded coldly, his eyes sharp.

"It's simple. Give up your journey and join me. With your power, we can rewrite this world and let light and darkness coexist instead of one dominating." The devil's voice was bewitching.

"Don't dream. The light we pursue is to protect the world from darkness, not to compromise with it." Leia's answer was firm and clear. The light of her staff became brighter, showing her position.

“Then there is nothing we can do.” The devil sighed, and then his body suddenly grew in size. The entire abyss seemed to be responding to his power. “Accept the trial and prove to me whether you are qualified to talk about light.”

The battle was fiercely unfolding in the center of the Shadow Abyss. Unlike the previous battles, the power of the Demon King was unfathomable, and each attack carried the terrifying power of tearing space apart, changing the entire battlefield.

"Focus and find its weakness!" Sebastian shouted in the storm, his sword cutting a precise trajectory, trying to find the flaw of the demon king. (End of this chapter)