The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 712 Trajectory

Just as they were about to leave the ruins and continue their journey to the lost city, the star wheel revelation appeared in the sky again, more dazzling than before, as if guiding them on the way.

"It seems that the gears of fate have begun to turn. We don't have time to hesitate." The star wheels were reflected in the elder Merlin's deep eyes, and his tone was full of a sense of mission.

They stepped out of the ruins and headed in the direction indicated by the star wheel, leaving behind endless legends and stories that were constantly passed on by passers-by.

"Light Walkers, they can always create miracles at critical moments, it's really amazing!" A passing traveler exclaimed with awe in his eyes.

“Yes, maybe the next legend will be born among us.” The person next to him echoed, with hope flashing in his eyes.

"Who could have predicted when the stage of destiny would be set for us?" An old man whispered to his grandson beside a tea stall not far away, his eyes flickering with past glory, "Once upon a time, I also dreamed of following in the footsteps of those heroes, exploring the unknown, and writing my own legend."

The little grandson's eyes widened, his face full of longing: "Grandpa, do you also want to become a light walker? Then why don't we go on an adventure?"

The old man laughed and patted the child on the head: "Everyone has his own mission, child. Although my stage is not in those distant ruins, it is here, telling you the stories of those heroes and igniting the fire in your heart. And your stage has not yet arrived, but it must be more vast than the starry sky."

The conversation between the grandfather and grandson was like a spring breeze, gently blowing through the hearts of others, causing the people around them to fall into deep thought. The existence of the Light Walker is not only about courage and adventure, but also a kind of inheritance, inspiring everyone to pursue the light in their own lives.

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At the same time, Ivan and his four companions followed the direction indicated by the star wheel, crossed the rolling mountains, crossed the turbulent river, and finally came to a hidden valley. The valley was shrouded in clouds and mist, and a magnificent palace could be vaguely seen standing in it, exuding a mysterious and ancient atmosphere.

"Is this... the entrance to the Lost City?" Su Mo exclaimed in amazement. The scene before her was beyond her imagination.

"It looks like we're getting closer and closer to our target." Klein looked around, holding the hilt of his sword, and remained alert.

Elder Merlin took out the ancient book from his backpack and compared the surrounding environment carefully, frowning: "What the book says is indeed consistent with what is happening in front of us, but how to enter this city will still require some twists and turns."

Just as they were discussing, a low bell sound came from deep within the palace, melodious and solemn, as if it was a call for some kind of ceremony.

"The bell...is it a welcome or a warning?" An indescribable feeling surged in Ivan's heart. He looked at his companions and found that their eyes were also full of uncertainty.

At this moment, the fog in the valley suddenly became thicker, and a vague figure gradually walked out of the fog. It was an old man in a cloak, holding a cane, and his face was full of traces of time.

"Welcome to the end of time, light walkers." The old man's voice was old and deep, as if he had traveled through a long time tunnel. "I am the last guardian of this ancient city. Your arrival is both a necessity in the prophecy and a choice of fate."

"Guardian, do you know the true purpose of the Key of Time and Space?" Alvin stepped forward and asked.

The old man smiled slightly, tapped the ground with his cane, and the surrounding scenery unfolded like a scroll, showing fragments of history, from prosperity to decline, and then to the cycle of rebirth. "The key of time and space can not only unlock the mysteries of the ancient city, but also the key to maintaining the balance of the world. To use it, you need to pay a price. Are you ready to bear it all?"

The four of them looked at each other and finally nodded in agreement. Their eyes were firm and they were ready to face anything.

"Very good, then please follow me, and let our journey lead us to the truth of the world." The old man turned around and led them into the depths of the palace. Every step seemed to cross time and space, towards an unknown tomorrow.

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When the valley returned to peace again, those passers-by who met him by chance were still talking about him, and their words were full of awe and blessings for the Light Walker.

"Can they really do it? Find the lost city and save the world?" A child looked up and asked his father beside him.

The father smiled gently: "As long as there is light in your heart, there are infinite possibilities. The story of the Light Walker is the best proof of this."

At this moment, Alvin and his companions are embarking on an unknown adventure. Every step they take is full of unknowns, but it is this unknown that constitutes the most exciting part of the story, moving all the listeners and making them yearn for it.

"What kind of challenges will be waiting for us next?" Klein looked at the gradually emerging outline of the ancient city, feeling both excited and uneasy.

"No matter what lies ahead, we will face it together." Su Mo's voice was firm, her sword already in her hand, flashing with determination.

Elder Merlin was flipping through an ancient book, frowning as if he was looking for some clues: "The book mentions an ancient ritual that may be the key to entering the ancient city."

Ivan nodded and held the Key of Time and Space tightly in his hand. Its brilliance became more and more obvious in the darkening environment. "Then let us uncover the mystery of all this."

As the four followed the mysterious guardian deeper into the palace, the surrounding environment became more and more bizarre. The totems carved on the stone walls seemed to come alive, emitting low chants that echoed in the empty corridors. The air was filled with an indescribable magical atmosphere that made people feel awe.

"Look over there!" Klein pointed to a niche where an ancient suit of armor was placed. Its surface was covered with a faint glow, as if telling of past glory.

"This is the equipment of the ancient elves. Only the chosen ones can wield it." The guardian explained, his voice full of emotion, "Each of you is a brave man chosen by fate."

"Then how should we use these equipment?" Su Mo asked curiously, her eyes flashing with eagerness.

"As long as you have faith, they will choose their master." The guardian waved his cane lightly, and the armor flew up by itself, surrounding Ivan and the others, and finally equipped them one by one. This scene surprised the passers-by who followed behind, and they whispered to each other.

"This is simply a miracle! They are warriors chosen by God!" a woman said excitedly, her voice full of awe.

"Light Walkers, they are true legends!" a young man shouted, his eyes full of admiration.

With the blessing of equipment, the strength of the four people has been significantly improved. They continued to go deeper until they stopped in front of a huge stone door. The door was engraved with complex runes, revealing a majesty that refused to allow mortals to approach.

"Here is the final test." The voice of the guardian echoed in the empty hall. "Only by passing through this door can you access the core secrets of the ancient city, which is also the key to saving the world."

"We are ready." Ivan answered on behalf of everyone, with unyielding fire burning in their eyes.

At the moment they were about to push the door open, a gust of wind blew by, bringing with it a whisper of words that seemed to be warning and encouraging: "Remember, Light Walkers, the choices of history are never easy, and the weight you bear is enough to change the world."

As the door slowly opened, a dazzling light burst out from inside, illuminating the entire hall. In the depths of that light, something seemed to be waiting for them, both warm and challenging. Ivan, Klein, Su Mo, and Elder Merlin looked at each other, then took a deep breath and stepped into the unknown light hand in hand.

"No matter what awaits us ahead, we will face it together and overcome it together." Ivan's words echoed in the ocean of light. It was not only a promise to his companions, but also an oath to all passers-by who were watching them.

The door of light slowly closed behind them, leaving an eternal mark, while passers-by outside were still talking about it, their eyes full of expectation and hope.

"Will they really change the world?" A childish voice sounded in the crowd.

"Who knows, child." An elder replied with a smile. He looked out at the closed valley with a strange light in his eyes. "But one thing is certain, as long as there are light walkers, hope will not be extinguished."

"Look at them, how brave they are!" A young girl said excitedly, holding her friend's hand, "I also want to take risks and become a person like that."

"Everyone has a fire in their heart, they just need an opportunity to make it burn." Her friend patted her on the back gently, her eyes full of longing for the future.

At this time, outside the valley, the legend of the Light Walker has quietly taken root, inspiring more people to find the courage and determination in their lives. And behind this door of light, the story of the four warriors has just begun.

Ivan and his party stepped into a strange space, which was full of light but empty. Suddenly, an illusory figure condensed in the sea of ​​light and turned into an old man in a robe, with a kind and wise face.

"I am the guardian of time and the memory of this ancient city." The old man's voice echoed in their minds, "You must pass three trials before you can touch the truth of time."

"Three trials?" Klein frowned and pressed his hand on the hilt of his sword, ready to deal with any possible crisis at any time.

"Wisdom, courage, sacrifice." The old man recited them one by one, and the surrounding light began to gather into three portals, each containing a different scene.

"We have to go through separately?" Su Mo asked, her eyes showing both worry and determination.

“That’s right. Only when you unite as one can your strength surpass its limits.” After the old man finished speaking, he turned into a ray of light and disappeared into the air.

Without much hesitation, the four of them acted separately. Ivan walked towards the door representing wisdom, inside the door was an intricate maze, every step tested his understanding and application of knowledge; Klein stepped into the door of courage, it was an endless battlefield, he needed to use sword and shield to prove his will and strength; Su Mo faced the door of sacrifice, it was a dilemma after another, requiring her to sacrifice between personal feelings and the overall situation; and the elder Merlin stepped into an abyss of knowledge, where ancient books and unsolved mysteries were hidden, he needed to use wisdom to solve these ancient secrets.

Time passed, and no one knew how much time had passed. When the four of them gathered again, it seemed as if there was something more in them. That was the transformation and growth they had gained after experiencing the trial.

"We did it." Alvin looked at his companions with indescribable pride in his eyes.

"But we haven't completed the final mission yet," Klein reminded, looking forward with a firm gaze. There was a core emitting ancient energy. It was the key to connecting the present and the past and maintaining the balance of the world.

Just as they were about to move forward, a figure suddenly appeared and blocked their way. It was a woman, wearing silver armor, with a spear in her hand emitting a cold light and an extraordinary temperament.

"I am the successor of the Guardian, and I am also your final test." The woman's voice was cold and firm. "Only a true walker of light can touch this core and change their fate."

A fierce battle was inevitable. The battle between the four men and the woman was thrilling. They continued to break through themselves in the battle until the last moment, when Ivan used the power guided by the Key of Time and Space to successfully resolve the woman's attack and showed her their determination to change their destiny. The woman's expression finally softened.

"You... are indeed trustworthy." She put down her weapon, a look of relief flashing in her eyes. "Go, the truth of time and the fate of the world are waiting for you."

As the woman made way, the four finally touched the core. An unprecedented power surged into their bodies, the entire space began to tremble, and time seemed to freeze at this moment.

"This is..." Before Ivan finished his words, the scene around him changed suddenly. They returned to the entrance of the valley, and the mysterious ancient city was no longer there. Instead, there was a new green and tranquility.

"We... succeeded?" Klein looked at everything around him in disbelief.

"It seems so." Elder Merlin flipped through the ancient book. The characters on it changed after their success, revealing a new prophecy.

"Our story has just begun." Su Mo said softly, his eyes flashing with infinite expectations for the future.

Just as the four were immersed in the joy of success and their imagination of the future, there was a sudden noise outside the valley, and the crowd was restless. They quickly returned and found that there were more passers-by gathered than before, and everyone was shocked and whispered.

"What happened?" Alvin asked a young man who looked panicked.

The young man turned around and saw the Light Walker. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he answered eagerly: "It's... it's the Dark Army. They suddenly appeared at the border and said they were looking for the 'Relic of Light'. If you don't hand it over, they will destroy everything." (End of this chapter)