The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

"Knowledge will illuminate our path." Li Zixue gently closed the book of wisdom, her eyes flashing with determination to explore the unknown, "Let us write a new chapter in history together."

In the afterglow of the setting sun, Zhao Ming, Su Mo and Li Zixue set out on their journey again. Their figures gradually faded away, and behind them were people's gazes full of admiration and blessings.

"Can they really find those holy relics?"

"If it's them, I believe nothing is impossible."

"Courage, harmony, and wisdom. These are not only requirements for finding holy objects, but also a test for the three of us." Zhao Ming said as he walked, looking ahead with a firm gaze.

"Each relic has a profound meaning," Su Mo added. "The Sword of Courage symbolizes the will to overcome all fears, the Heart of Nature represents the secret of coexisting harmoniously with all things, and the Fountain of Knowledge represents the spirit of continuous exploration and learning. This is not only to open the door of time and space, but also the only way for us to grow."

"That's right," Li Zixue nodded in agreement. "Also, according to ancient records, the holy relics are distributed in three extreme places in the world. The process of finding them will be full of unknowns and difficulties."

Along the way, their deeds have been passed on by word of mouth and have become inspiring stories. In a teahouse in a small town, they stopped to rest, and the conversations of the guests around them unconsciously surrounded them.

"Look, aren't those the legendary heroes? Are they really going to look for those holy objects?" exclaimed a farmer.

"If anyone can do it, it must be them. Thinking about their heroic performance against the Shadow Beast before, it really makes our blood boil!" The blacksmith next to him echoed, his eyes full of admiration.

"Don't forget that beautiful lady. I heard that her book of wisdom can know the past, present and future. It's amazing!" a young waitress interrupted excitedly.

Zhao Ming responded to the discussions around him with a smile, but he knew in his heart that the real challenge had just begun. He turned to his companions and whispered, "Did you hear that? People have high expectations of us, and we can't let them down."

"Don't let yourself down." Su Mo smiled and raised the vine in his hand. The green light was warm and stable. "Every step is a breakthrough of self-limit. Let us meet the challenge together."

"Then let's set off now. The first goal is to find the true form of the Sword of Courage." Li Zixue closed the book, and the light of wisdom made her eyes brighter.

The three of them left the teahouse and headed for the distance. Their footprints covered the mountains, crossed the endless desert, and went deep into the dark forest. Wherever they went, they would attract the surprise and heated discussion of the local residents.

"Look! They can communicate and live in peace with those ferocious beasts. It's incredible!" exclaimed a hunter at the edge of the forest.

"The Sword of Courage, if we can really find it, it must be the sharpest and most glorious treasure!" A weapon forger stopped hammering beside the iron furnace and looked in the direction where they were leaving, with longing in his eyes.

"The Fountain of Knowledge, I have heard that it is a kind of miracle water that can enlighten the mind and heal pain. If they can find it, perhaps they can uncover more mysteries of the world." In an institution of higher learning, young students were having a heated discussion, their eyes full of desire for knowledge.

After countless days and nights of arduous journey and exploration, they finally found the clue of the Sword of Courage in a forgotten ruin by chance. It was an ancient trial field, and only those with absolute courage and determination could awaken the dormant power in the sword.

Facing the numerous traps and tests of the trial field, Zhao Ming stood up. "I am here to accept the trial, for our mission and to prove my courage." He walked towards the entrance resolutely, his back looking unusually tall.

Su Mo and Li Zixue stayed outside, their hearts hanging by a thread, constantly cheering Zhao Ming on. With a deafening roar, the Sword of Courage finally revealed its true form under Zhao Ming's persistence and faith, shining brightly, like the brightest star in the sky.

When Zhao Ming walked out of the trial field holding the shining Sword of Courage, the crowd around him burst into thunderous applause and cheers. Their story once again became a legend sung by people.

"This is just the beginning, we have to keep moving forward." Zhao Ming looked into the distance, his eyes burning with an inextinguishable fighting spirit.

"Yes, no matter how difficult the road ahead is, as long as we are together, there are no difficulties that cannot be overcome." Su Mo and Li Zixue stood side by side beside Zhao Ming. The three figures were closely connected and moved forward fearlessly.

The sun shone through the sparse clouds, shining on the determined faces of the three people, and they set out on a journey to the location of the fragment of the Heart of Nature. According to the guidance of the ancient map, the fragment was hidden in the depths of a dark forest shrouded in fog all year round and rampant by legendary monsters.

"This forest is said to be able to confuse people's minds. We must remain vigilant." Li Zixue reminded softly. The Book of Wisdom in her hand emitted a soft light, providing the team with necessary lighting and direction guidance.

As they went deeper, the atmosphere in the forest became more and more oppressive, and even the air seemed to freeze. Suddenly, a gust of wind accompanied by a low roar broke the silence, and a huge black shadow passed through the treetops and rushed towards the three people.

"Prepare for battle!" Zhao Ming quickly drew out the Sword of Courage. The tip of the sword shone with dazzling light. He stood firmly in front of the team, like an indestructible barrier.

Su Mo was not to be outdone. He gathered the power of nature in his hands. The green vines coiled around him like a living python, alert to every possible attack.

The battle was about to start, and several dark forest wolves with red eyes suddenly appeared. Their fur was almost invisible in the dark, and if it weren't for Zhao Ming's keen perception, it would be almost impossible to detect. At the command, Li Zixue quickly recited the spell, and the Book of Wisdom shot out bright rays of knowledge, blessing and protecting teammates while revealing the enemy's weaknesses.

Zhao Ming swung his sword like a dragon, and every blow was accompanied by the sound of breaking wind. The sword of courage not only cut off the threat in front of him, but also aroused the fighting will hidden in his body. Su Mo used the power of nature to guide the environment to their use. The trees in the forest responded to her call and became a natural barrier against enemy attacks.

Just when the battle seemed to be about to be won, a larger forest wolf king approached quietly from the dark, and its attack severely injured Zhao Ming, and blood stained his battle clothes red. Zhao Ming endured the pain, and there was no trace of retreat in his eyes.

"I'm fine, keep fighting!" he ordered hoarsely, and the sword light burst out again, this time even more dazzling.

Seeing Zhao Ming injured, Su Mo was extremely anxious. She gathered all her strength and launched an unprecedented natural rage. Suddenly, a strong wind blew up, the trees swayed, and the fragments of the Heart of Nature seemed to sense her call, glowing slightly, adding infinite power to her. A natural storm that swept across the entire small area surrounded the Dark Forest Wolf King, and finally forced it to retreat and flee.

After the battle, the three of them sat around Zhao Ming. Su Mo carefully used the power of nature to heal his wounds, while Li Zixue flipped through the Book of Wisdom, looking for more secrets about this forest and how to avoid similar dangers.

"Sorry for making everyone worry." Zhao Ming forced a smile, his tone full of apology.

Su Mo shook his head gently, "We are a team, your safety is our safety."

"Moreover, this experience has allowed us to better understand the mysteries of this forest, which is also a gain." Li Zixue added, her eyes shining through the pages of the book with curiosity and desire for the unknown.

"That's right. Every challenge is a test for us." Zhao Ming stood up. His wounds had healed. His eyes were more determined than before. "Let's keep moving forward. The fragment of the Heart of Nature is not far away. We must find it."

As the sun sets, the three of them set off on a new journey with their backs to the afterglow of the setting sun. They know that the road ahead is still long and full of unknowns, but as long as they work together, there is nothing they cannot overcome.

Behind them, the dark forest seemed to become less terrifying because of this battle, as if nature itself was silently blessing them.

"We must be careful this time." Li Zixue reminded softly, and at the same time, the Book of Wisdom closed gently, as if foreshadowing the beginning of the next adventure.

"Indeed, every step needs to be cautious, but we also have each other." Su Mo's tone was full of trust. She nodded at Zhao Ming and Li Zixue, her eyes flashing with firm support for her partners.

"Well, the next goal is to go deep into the heart of this forest and find the fragments of the heart of nature." Li Zixue put away the Book of Wisdom, with both determination and expectation in her eyes, "Wisdom tells me that we are on the right path."

As night fell, the forest became darker and more mysterious, but the three did not slow down. Su Mo's vines cleared the way ahead, emitting a faint green light to illuminate the three; Li Zixue relied on the guidance of the Book of Wisdom to identify the complex natural laws in the forest and avoid stepping into more dangers; and Zhao Ming, vigilantly walked at the end, with the Sword of Courage in his hand, ready to deal with possible threats at any time.

"Here... there is an unusual energy fluctuation." Zhao Ming suddenly stopped and glanced around sharply. Although the surroundings seemed calm, he could feel a subtle and powerful force surging undercurrent.

"The fragments of the heart of nature may be just around the corner." Su Mo said softly. She stretched out a hand with her palm facing up, and saw a few green leaves slowly falling into her hand, as if they were the guidance given by the forest.

Following this subtle guidance, the three of them passed through the dense woods and finally came to an open space. Under the moonlight, a pool of clear spring water lay quietly in the center, surrounded by strange plants, emitting soft light. In the spring water, a gem that sparkled with emerald light was inlaid on a stone. It was a fragment of the heart of nature.

As they approached, a powerful energy barrier suddenly rose up, isolating the three people. "It seems that it is not easy to obtain it." Zhao Ming held the Sword of Courage tightly, with the tip of the sword pointing at the barrier, ready to meet the new challenge.

"Let me try." Li Zixue walked forward, opened the Book of Wisdom, and began to recite an ancient spell. As the spell echoed, the light of wisdom illuminated the barrier, and the words seemed to come alive and slowly flowed into the barrier. Surprisingly, the barrier began to slowly fluctuate, and finally a thin crack appeared.

"Quick!" Zhao Ming seized the opportunity and took a step forward. The Sword of Courage accurately inserted into the crack, and with a forceful pry, the barrier collapsed. He reached out and took the fragment of the Heart of Nature. A warm and harmonious force instantly surged into his body, making him feel unprecedented peace and strength.

"We did it!" Li Zixue and Su Mo followed, and the three of them formed a circle, each showing the holy objects in their hands - the Sword of Courage, the Book of Wisdom, and the newly obtained fragment of the Heart of Nature. These objects shone together in the moonlight, seeming to foreshadow the beginning of a legendary journey.

"But this is just the beginning. There is still a fountain of knowledge waiting for us to discover." There was both satisfaction and expectation in Zhao Ming's voice. He knew that every achievement was an affirmation of their team spirit and their respective abilities.

"And we will never stop exploring." Su Mo chuckled, and her vines gently wrapped around her partner's wrists, forming a bond that symbolized unity.

"Yes, no matter how long and difficult the road ahead is, as long as the three of us are here, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome." Li Zixue closed the book of wisdom and looked up at the night sky with a firm gaze, as if he had already seen the bright stars of the future.

With these inspiring words, the three of them set out on their journey again, carrying hope and heading towards an unknown tomorrow. In the night sky, the stars seemed to be guiding them, and the gradually receding forest seemed to be whispering, cheering for this legendary journey.

"Next stop, the fountain of knowledge. Are you ready, my friends?" Zhao Ming turned his head and asked, with a confident smile on his lips.

"We're ready. No matter what the road ahead holds, we'll face it together." Li Zixue and Su Mo answered in unison, with the same determination and expectation flashing in their eyes.

As they started walking again, there seemed to be subtle changes in the depths of the forest. The breeze blew, and the trees rustled, as if whispering, or cheering, to see off the three brave explorers. The surrounding wild animals also appeared one after another, looking at them curiously, and then quietly disappeared into the forest. All these abnormalities were carefully captured by the three people.

"Look, even the creatures in the forest are welcoming our success." Su Mo smiled and pointed at the curious little animals, his tone full of warmth and joy.

"Yes, the power of nature is always so wonderful, as if telling us that nature will respond to every bit of respect and courage." Zhao Ming said with emotion, his hand gently stroking the Sword of Courage, the emerald green light on the sword echoed with the fragments of the Heart of Nature, making it more vivid. (End of this chapter)