EBE Chapter 723 Background
Chapter 723 Background
"Then let's head to the North! No matter how difficult the road is, we will persevere." Sebastian stood up and clenched his fists. His momentum infected everyone.
After the decision was made, the sailboat set out again, heading for the north. Along the way, the news spread quickly, and more people learned about their heroic deeds. They not only became the protagonists of children's bedtime stories, but also ignited the light of hope in people's hearts.
"Look, those are the legendary warriors. They are heading to the North!" A businessman exclaimed to his travel companion, his eyes full of admiration.
"I heard that they can bring peace." A young woman next to her whispered, her tone full of longing.
The sailboat passed the last port and was about to enter the dangerous ice area. A group of seagulls followed the stern of the ship, as if to see them off. "Even the seagulls know that you are heroes going to do great things." The old captain at the port shouted to Klein and his friends, his voice full of respect and reluctance.
Entering the North, the frozen landscape is like another world, everything is covered in white snow, and it is silent. In a vast expanse of snow, the group met a lone shaman.
“Travelers from a foreign land, why are you here?” The shaman was covered in thick fur, his face was weathered, and his eyes were shining with wisdom.
"We are here to find the holy sword and complete the fusion of the holy relics." Klein explained his purpose sincerely.
The shaman smiled, his eyes revealing recognition. "Your journey is full of challenges, but also hope. The temples in the north hide an ancient power, but to awaken it, you must pass the test and prove your will and purity."
After a series of trials, they found the Holy Sword under a glacier illuminated by the eternal light. Klein grasped the hilt of the sword, and the Holy Sword responded to his call and slowly rose from the ice. The sword body burst into brilliant light, dispelling the surrounding cold.
"This is our weapon, the power to fight against darkness." Klein announced. The light of the holy sword shone on his face, making him look particularly resolute.
Back on the boat, the four of them sat around the holy sword. Under their guidance, the light of the holy object began to echo each other and slowly merge. At that moment, the heaven and earth seemed to be shaken, and an unprecedented power flowed between them.
“It’s done.” Klein said softly, his eyes reflecting the faces of all his companions and the upcoming battle.
"Next, it's our battlefield." Sebastian clenched his fists, his eyes burning with fighting spirit.
"No matter what awaits us ahead, we will face it together." Ivan's voice was full of determination.
"Yes," Su Mo added, his fingers gently stroking the cold light of the holy sword, "Now, we are not only the sword bearers, but also the messengers of light."
At this moment, a distant bell sound seemed to travel through time and space, coming from the depths of the North, echoing in their hearts and making everyone fall silent involuntarily.
"It's time." Klein stood up, his eyes flashing with determination. "The bells are calling, and the shadows of darkness are approaching. We must set off immediately and head to their source."
The sailboat broke through the ice, crossed the endless glaciers, and finally arrived at an ancient fortress hidden in the blizzard - the stronghold of the dark forces. There was an oppressive atmosphere all around, as if even the air was telling the sad song of the past.
"This place... is more eerie than I imagined." Alvin tightly gripped the sword in his hand and looked around vigilantly.
"It is places like this that hold the answers we are looking for." Sebastian's voice was full of indomitable spirit.
They carefully sneaked into the fortress and discovered a huge underground temple. On the altar in the center, a black crystal stone emitted an evil light, attracting countless twisted souls to dance around it.
"That's the Heart of Darkness..." Su Mo whispered. He could feel the malice emanating from the stone, corroding everything around it.
At this moment, a cold voice sounded, breaking the silence of the hall: "Welcome to the embrace of darkness, warriors. I am the guardian of this fortress. For a long time, I have been waiting for challengers like you."
A figure in a black robe slowly walked out of the shadows, holding a staff inlaid with obsidian. Every movement he made revealed a power that should not be underestimated.
"Your wait will be in vain," Klein took a step forward, unsheathed his holy sword, and shone brightly, "Because we are here to end it all."
The battle was about to break out, and the two sides launched a fierce duel in the huge hall. Klein and his companions used the power gained from the fusion of the holy objects to fight against the evil magic of the dark guardian. Every collision shook the entire hall, and even caused the blizzard outside to be shaken.
“This… what kind of power is this!” The Dark Guardian was forced to retreat after being attacked by Klein with all his strength. For the first time, horror appeared in his eyes.
"It's light, and it's the will of all those who believe in us." Klein panted, but his eyes were firm.
Just as they were about to deal the final blow to the Dark Guardian, an old but majestic voice rang out in the air: "That's enough, young warriors."
A figure gradually emerged, it was an old man in a white robe. His appearance seemed to temporarily restrain the dark energy in the entire hall.
"Who are you?" Klein asked warily, still holding the holy sword tightly.
"I am one of the guardians of this world. For a long time, my colleagues and I have maintained the balance between light and darkness." The old man said slowly, "But I never expected that the power of darkness would be so rampant. It is your arrival that gives me hope."
"Do you know how to put an end to this once and for all?" Ivan asked anxiously.
The old man nodded and pointed to the Heart of Darkness: "The Heart of Darkness must be purified, not destroyed. Only true light can cleanse the filth within and restore the balance of the world."
Under the old man's guidance, Klein and his companions jointly performed an ancient and powerful ritual, fully releasing the power of the three holy objects, gathering them into a dazzling beam of light and shooting it towards the Heart of Darkness.
With a deafening roar, the black gas on the surface of the Heart of Darkness gradually dissipated, turning into dots of light that merged into the entire hall and even the heavens and earth beyond. The bound souls were also freed, turning into soft lights that disappeared into the sky.
"We succeeded..." Ivan said softly, with excitement and relief in his eyes.
"But this is just the beginning. The struggle between light and darkness will never stop." Klein looked back at his companions with a barely perceptible smile on his face. "However, as long as we hold on to light, there will be no difficulties that we cannot overcome."
"Yes, we will always be on the road to protect this hard-earned peace." Sebastian nodded heavily, his eyes flashing with anticipation for the future.
Su Mo lowered his head and thought: "Perhaps, this is our mission as a 'guardian'."
Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of victory and looking forward to the future, the old man's voice sounded again, with an unusual heaviness: "There is more important information that I must tell you."
Klein and the others turned to look at the old man, waiting for his next words.
"Although the Heart of Darkness has been purified, it reveals a deeper threat." The old man's eyes became deep. "At the other end of the world, there is a forgotten abyss where an ancient and powerful being is imprisoned. It is the source of all dark forces. Now, its seal is gradually loosening. If it is not stopped in time, the consequences will be disastrous."
"This...what should we do?" Ivan's expression became solemn.
The old man was silent for a moment, then continued, "The ancient prophecy mentioned four brave men who will hold the holy objects, cross the boundaries of time and space, and face the challenge of the abyss. The people I met are you."
"Across time and space?" Su Mo muttered to himself, his face full of disbelief.
"That's right," the old man nodded, "You need to find the gate of time and space, which can lead you to the abyss. But remember, this will be a more dangerous journey than before, and you may not even be able to return."
"We have no choice, do we?" Sebastian clenched his fists, his eyes firm, "If that is our fate, then let us face it."
Klein looked at his companions' backs, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. "We go together, and we return together." His words were simple but powerful.
The old man smiled and nodded, then handed them an ancient parchment scroll. "This is the map leading to the gate of time and space, and it is also the key to open it. Remember, faith and courage will guide your path."
After bidding farewell to the old man, Klein and his companions set out on a journey to find the Gate of Time and Space. The news spread like wildfire again, and the legend about them became even more legendary, inspiring more people to bravely face difficulties.
In a remote town, when Klein and his companions were resting, a child ran over with curiosity and admiration in his eyes: "Big brother and big sister, are you really going to defeat that big monster?"
Klein squatted down and gently touched the child's head. "Yes, we must protect this world and prevent it from being harmed."
The child's eyes lit up instantly, "I want to be a hero like you!"
Klein smiled and stood up. "Everyone can be the hero in his own story. Remember, bravery and kindness are your most powerful weapons."
As the journey progressed, they encountered unprecedented difficulties and obstacles, but with the help of passers-by, they overcame danger time and time again. People spread their stories by word of mouth, ranging from surprise and admiration to deep trust and support.
In an accident, they rescued a trapped traveler, who burst into tears of gratitude: "I never thought I would be able to see the legendary warriors with my own eyes. It is you who made me believe that light will eventually dispel darkness."
Finally, on a moonlit night, they stood in front of the gate of time and space. The ancient door shone with a faint light, as if it was a call from another world.
"Are you ready?" Klein turned and looked at his companions.
"We've been ready from the beginning." Sebastian, Ivan and Su Mo responded one by one, and the four of them clasped their hands tightly.
When they were about to step through the door, Klein stopped and looked back at the vast world behind him. "For the light, for every soul that believes in us, we will return."
"Forward!" The four shouted in unison, stepped into the door of time and space, disappeared into the night, leaving only a string of firm vows echoing in the wind.
On the other side of the door was an unknown world. The sky was a strange color, the air was filled with strange fragrance, and the surrounding scene kept changing, as if traveling through the long river of time and space. The few people steadied themselves, and the scene in front of them gradually became clear. They came to a desolate place. In the distance was a majestic mountain range. At the foot of the mountain, the so-called abyss seemed to be humming, waiting for their arrival.
"The feeling here... is both familiar and strange." Su Mo looked around and said in a low voice.
"No matter what, our goal is clear." Klein tightly grasped the holy sword and looked forward with a determined gaze. "Find that ancient existence and prevent it from awakening."
Just as they were about to embark on their journey, they heard hurried footsteps and a group of ragged residents appeared in their sight. They looked panicked, and when they saw Klein and the others, a trace of disbelief flashed in their eyes.
"Are you... warriors from the outside world?" an elderly man asked tremblingly. The surrounding villagers also gathered together, with both astonishment and hope in their eyes.
"We are here to help you." Ivan stepped forward and answered calmly. His tone made people feel at ease.
"Great! We haven't seen the light of hope for a long time." The old man turned to the villagers with tears in his eyes. "Look, the messenger of light has arrived, and our suffering will soon end!"
The villagers cheered and surrounded Klein and his party, telling them about the fear and despair brought about by the abyss over the years, as well as their longing for freedom and peace. This scene made the four warriors feel even more responsible.
"We will do everything we can to end this." Klein promised, his eyes full of belief in victory.
Under the guidance of the villagers, they passed through the winding mountain road. With each step forward, the call of the abyss became clearer. Finally, in front of a cliff, they found the entrance to the abyss, which was shrouded in thick darkness, like a crack at the end of the world.
"This is it." Sebastian said in a deep voice, his clenched fists trembling slightly, not because of fear, but excitement.
"Are you ready? Once you enter, you may never be able to turn back." Klein warned. He was well aware of the dangers of this trip.
"For the light, for the eyes that trust us, nothing can stop us." Ivan's words inspired everyone.
The four of them looked at each other. No more words were needed. Their tacit understanding and determination spoke for themselves. Just as they stepped into the abyss, suddenly, a young woman's voice came from the crowd:
"Please come back, our heroes!" (End of this chapter)