EBE Chapter 717 Barrier
Chapter 717 Barrier
"Then let us see if your faith is strong enough to bear the weight of this world." As soon as the silver-armored warrior finished speaking, he swung his giant sword violently. A dazzling light instantly split the air and rushed straight towards Klein and the other two.
Facing this unstoppable attack, Klein's body flashed, turning into several phantoms, dodging flexibly, while the light dagger in his hand drew a precise trajectory in the void and counterattacked. Ivan's arrow followed closely behind, as if tracing the light, accurately inserted into the light gap left by the first attack, enhancing the power of Klein's attack. Sebastian deployed defense at the right time, and the ground cracked, forming an earth wall, blocking the subsequent aftermath and protecting the villagers behind him.
The battle was about to break out, and the collision of light and justice sparked and illuminated the entire night sky. In the fierce confrontation, the three found that every attack of the silver-armored warrior seemed to test their wisdom, courage and teamwork ability, rather than a pure power duel.
"Your performance has exceeded my expectations, but a true guardian must not only win in battle, but also illuminate others spiritually." The voice of the silver-armored warrior rang out in the fierce battle, without any breath, and every word was as shocking as thunder.
Klein's heart moved. He realized the nature of this test. He no longer simply defended himself, but took the initiative to attack. He used his understanding of light to create a protective circle. It not only defended his companions, but also protected the surrounding space, making the villagers feel unprecedented peace of mind.
"Light is not only used to cut through darkness, but also to illuminate hope." As Klein finished speaking, the light dagger turned into a soft glow that enveloped the silver-armored warrior. The light contained not only power, but also warmth and understanding.
The silver-armored warrior paused, and the holy halo on his armor gradually softened. Finally, he slowly put down his great sword and showed an approving look. "You have proven your worth. A true walker of light is not only about fighting against darkness, but more importantly, leading others to light."
Just when the atmosphere was about to ease, the unknown magic power suddenly fluctuated more violently, as if it was dissatisfied with the silver-armored warrior's recognition. A stronger force burst out from the forest and rushed straight towards them.
"Be prepared for the final challenge." The silver-armored warrior spoke with unquestionable seriousness. His body turned into a silver lightning and rushed towards the forest shrouded in darkness, leaving Klein and the other two with a determined back.
"Follow him. We can't let him face it alone." Klein made a quick decision and stood side by side with Ivan and Sebastian. They knew that no matter what was waiting ahead, as long as there was light in their hearts, there would be infinite possibilities.
The three followed the silver-armored warrior's footsteps and passed through the swaying woods. Every step was accompanied by the slight tremor of the soil under their feet, as if nature itself was foreshadowing the upcoming decisive battle. Deep in the woods, a huge vortex composed of twisted energy came into view. It was the source of unknown magic. It was extremely eye-catching in the night, like a monster that chose its prey and constantly devoured the surrounding light.
"That's our goal." The silver-armored warrior paused for a moment, then turned to Klein and the other two and said, "We must go deep into the center of the vortex and destroy or seal the source. This will be extremely dangerous because there may be existences hidden behind that power that we cannot imagine."
Klein nodded with a resolute look: "We understand. No matter what, we will not back down. Alvin, Sebastian, are you ready?"
Ivan adjusted the position of his longbow. The light in his quiver flickered, and each arrow seemed to carry the light of dawn. "I can't wait any longer."
Sebastian opened his tightly closed eyes, a glimmer of light flashed across his pupils, and he said in a deep voice: "My power is ready to be used, and I can provide you with the strongest support at any time."
The four of them looked at each other, without further words, their minds were connected. They took steps together, approaching the energy vortex. With each step, the air around them became more oppressive, and the roar of magic power hit the eardrums like a tide, trying to deter the invaders with the sound waves.
Just as they were about to step into the whirlpool, a deep voice echoed in their hearts, with a hint of barely perceptible sadness: "It has been a long time since a hero dared to approach my territory so closely."
Before the voice fell, an invisible force suddenly surged out from the vortex, like an invisible hand, trying to drag them into the abyss. Klein reacted quickly, and the light dagger turned into a wall of light, struggling to resist the pull of that force.
"Who is secretly controlling all this?" Klein asked through gritted teeth. His voice sounded firm in the wind.
"I am the Shadow Weaver. The dark side of the world is also an indispensable part of the light." The voice sounded again, this time with a little more sarcasm, "Do you really think that with just your insignificant light, you can illuminate all the darkness?"
“You’ll know if you try it.” Ivan sneered, and the arrow flew out from the bow, turning into a long river of light, piercing directly at the source of the Shadow Weaver’s voice. However, the arrow inexplicably disappeared before touching the shadow, as if swallowed by an invisible abyss.
"Foolish." The Shadow Weaver's sneer echoed around. "However, I admire your courage. Then, let me see how firm your faith is."
As he spoke, the magical riot in the center of the vortex intensified, and a huge shadow monster gradually condensed into shape, covering the sky and the sun, emitting a suffocating sense of oppression.
"Join forces!" Klein shouted, and the light dagger transformed into a more dazzling light blade. He rushed to the front, and the other three performed their duties and cooperated closely. The silver-armored warrior's giant sword and light blade intertwined into a net, resisting every attack of the shadow monster; Ivan's arrows turned into a rain of light, constantly weakening the monster's shadow shell; Sebastian used the earth as a formation, borrowing the power of nature to build a solid line of defense.
In the fierce battle, Klein suddenly felt a mysterious power surge into his heart. It was his understanding and pursuit of light, which seemed to resonate with the whole world at this moment. He closed his eyes and silently said in his heart: "Light and darkness coexist. Only by understanding darkness can we embrace light."
When he opened his eyes again, the light blade in his hand emitted an unprecedented bright light. Klein raised the light blade high and roared. The light blade cut through the heavy shadows and slashed straight towards the core of the shadow monster.
At that moment, the sky and the earth changed color, and the collision between light and darkness reached its peak. After a deafening roar, the shadow monster turned into thousands of fragments and dissipated in the wind. The unknown magic power also subsided, and the night sky returned to tranquility and clarity.
The battle was over. The silver-armored warrior stood beside Klein, his eyes full of admiration: "You have accomplished something that others cannot imagine. A true walker of light is someone who opens up a path of light in the darkness."
"But we know that this is just the beginning." Klein smiled and looked at Ivan and Sebastian. Their eyes also flashed with expectation and determination for the future.
"Yes, as long as there is light in our hearts, we will stand up no matter how many times." Ivan responded, his tone full of confidence.
"And we will keep going until light shines into every corner of the world," Sebastian added, his hands forming a protective symbol on his chest, as if swearing an oath to the future.
"This is exactly what I expected, messengers of light." The silver-armored warrior's voice was warm and solemn. He slowly raised the greatsword, with the tip of the sword pointing to the starry sky. "Since you have passed the trial, the task of truly protecting the world now falls on your shoulders. From now on, we will fight side by side to dispel every inch of darkness."
"But before that," Klein turned to the silver-armored warrior with sparkling eyes, "We need to know more. How should we deal with the Shadow Weaver and the deeper secrets behind it?"
The silver-armored warrior gazed into the distance, as if he saw a more profound future through the layers of night. "The Shadow Weaver is a manifestation of the original power of the universe. It coexists with light and cannot be eliminated, only balanced. To understand it, we must first understand the shadow in our hearts. The real secret is hidden in the Book of Light in ancient legends. It is a book that records the way to balance light and darkness. It is said that it can guide us to find a way to coexist harmoniously with the shadow."
"Book of Light?" Ivan and Sebastian exclaimed in unison, with great interest flashing in their eyes.
"That's right." The silver-armored warrior nodded in confirmation. "Finding the Book of Light will be your next mission. The book is divided into several parts and scattered around the world. Only by collecting all the parts can its true meaning be revealed."
"So, where is our first stop?" Klein couldn't wait to embark on a new journey.
The silver-armored warrior lowered his head in thought for a moment, then raised his hand and pointed to a bright star in the sky. "The stars are guiding us. The clue to the first part of the Book of Light is hidden in the ancient frozen city in the north. It was once a prosperous city of believers of light, but was later abandoned for unknown reasons. According to legend, the temple in the center of the city guards important secrets."
"The northern ice field, the frozen ancient city..." Klein muttered to himself, his eyes filled with both anticipation and worry. "The road ahead is long and full of unknowns, but for the sake of light, we have no choice."
"We are willing to go." Ivan and Sebastian said at the same time, with determination burning in their eyes.
"Very good." The face of the silver-armored warrior looked even more sacred under the moonlight. "Before you set out, I will give you some necessary guidance and equipment to help you go further on this road of no return. Remember, true strength comes from within, from an unwavering belief in light."
“Thank you for your trust and support,” Klein said sincerely. He turned to his companions and said, “Ivan, Sebastian, are you ready? We are about to embark on a new journey to find light and fight against darkness.”
"Be prepared at any time." Ivan and Sebastian said in unison. Their eyes met, as if they had communicated thousands of words in silence.
"Then let's set off from now on and move forward towards the light, no matter how rough the road ahead is." Klein's words were like a vow, firm and warm.
In the night sky, the stars seemed even brighter, as if blessing their journey. The silver-armored warrior watched them leave, a barely perceptible smile on his lips, and silently wished in his heart: "May the light guide you, warriors, and may you become the most dazzling light in this world."
Just as Klein and the other two were preparing to plan their northbound route in detail, a sudden cold wind blew away the silence of the night, bringing with it a hint of something unusual.
"Wait." Klein suddenly stopped and frowned. He looked up at the sky, where a star was streaking across the sky at an abnormal speed, dragging a long tail, and finally disappeared from sight. "This is not a good sign."
"The falling of a star often means the occurrence of a major event, or..." The expression of the silver-armored warrior also became solemn. His eyes were deep, as if he was recalling the distant past. "A powerful existence awakens, or falls."
"We have just defeated a node represented by the Shadow Weaver. If this is some kind of foreshadowing, should we speed up our journey and find clues to the Book of Light as soon as possible?" Sebastian suggested, his tone full of urgency.
Ivan nodded in agreement, and looked around vigilantly to make sure he had not missed any potential threats. "Silver Armor Warrior, do you have any suggestions? How can we reach the frozen ancient city in the north faster and stay safe along the way?"
The silver-armored warrior groaned for a moment, then took out an exquisite amulet from his bosom: "This is something I have carried with me for many years. It contains the subtle laws of space and time, and can temporarily distort both, helping you to travel quickly. But it is a one-time use, so you must choose the time carefully."
Klein took the heavy amulet, felt the powerful force contained in it, and looked at the silver-armored warrior with gratitude: "We will use it wisely. As for now, we should leave this area first to avoid unnecessary trouble."
The three of them quickly packed their bags and followed the direction of the stars, embarking on a long journey to the northern ice field. They experienced hardships along the way, crossing mountains and deserts, and every rest was a test of their will and faith. The amulet given by the silver-armored warrior became the key to their breakthrough in an emergency.
Finally, on a moonlit night, the group stood in front of the ruins of the frozen ancient city in the north. The cold wind howled, blowing up bursts of snow, making this once glorious city even more desolate and mysterious.
"What did this place... look like in the past?" Alvin sighed softly, gazing ahead with his hands on the pergola. His sight penetrated the mist of time and space, as if he could glimpse the prosperity of the past.
"Now, our first task is to find the temple and unlock the first part of the Book of Light." Klein reminded him. He clenched the blade of light in his hand. The light was particularly bright in the dark night, like a beacon of hope. (End of this chapter)