"What are you talking about?" Su Ting asked, puzzled.
The man in black sneered, offering no reply, and suddenly vanished into the depths of the mine. Immediately afterward, a powerful tremor shook the mine, as if it were about to collapse.
"Retreat quickly!" Su Ting shouted, urging everyone to evacuate immediately.
"What happened?" Wang Er asked anxiously.
"I don't know, but we obviously can't stay here any longer. Let's go back and think of another way!" Su Ting replied firmly.
Outside the mine, the night was deep, and the moonlight spilled onto the ground, bringing an unreal silver glow to the world. When Su Ting and the others emerged from the mine in a disheveled state, a number of villagers had already gathered around, their faces filled with worry and fear.
"Brother Su! Are you alright? What happened?" An elderly woman rushed up to them anxiously, her voice filled with concern. Beside her, a little boy clung tightly to her clothes, his large eyes fixed on Su Ting and the others, a mixture of curiosity and fear in them.
"Everything's alright for now, but that man in black is too cunning. He's definitely up to something." Su Ting's tone was firm, but he couldn't hide his exhaustion. As he spoke, he waved his hand to calm the villagers down. "Everyone, don't panic. Listen to my instructions. Let's get out of here first and then figure out what to do."
"Can it really work?" someone in the crowd muttered softly, their voice low but revealing obvious unease. "That guy looks way stronger than us..."
A young man next to him immediately retorted, "What do you mean by that? We've always believed in Brother Su! He led us through so many difficulties, so he'll definitely be fine this time too!" He then forced a smile at Su Ting, trying to give him more confidence.
Just as the atmosphere was beginning to ease, footsteps sounded from not far away, and several simply dressed but remarkably capable young men ran over. "Look, the Lin brothers from the east end of the village have come to help!" cheers erupted from the crowd.
A tall young man who was leading the group stepped forward and said, "Brother Su, we heard that things are not peaceful here, so we came here quickly to see if we could help."
“You’ve arrived just in time!” Su Ting said gratefully, his eyes becoming even more determined. “We now need as many people as possible to strengthen the defenses around the village. That enemy from earlier probably has more men hiding in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to attack.”
"Don't worry, we guarantee we'll complete the mission!" another young man assured, patting his chest and nodding to his companions behind him.
Just as everyone was discussing how to strengthen their defenses, several wild roars suddenly came from afar, followed by a series of black figures rushing towards the village—the monsters controlled by the men in black!
"Damn it, they're catching up!" Li Yong shouted a warning, gripping his weapon tightly in preparation for battle. "Everyone, get ready! We absolutely cannot let these things harm our homes!"
“That’s right, this time we’re going to teach them a lesson!” Zhao San also brandished his tool, as if it were a divine weapon capable of cutting through any threat, brimming with courage.
At this crucial moment, Su Ting noticed an inconspicuous figure quietly retreating to a corner. "Hey, little girl, you'll be safer if you stay with us," he said, referring to the little girl who had cheered him on earlier. Unexpectedly, the girl shook her head. "I want to help too. I can do more than just hide in the back."
Chapter 514 Crisis
Chapter 514 Crisis
Upon hearing this, everyone present couldn't help but look at him with admiration. Even the composed elder smiled with satisfaction: "It seems the new generation has grown up; truly, the younger generation is formidable!"
However, at that moment, an unprecedented sense of oppression surged in from all directions. A suffocating atmosphere filled the air…
"Everyone be careful!" Su Ting suddenly looked up into the distance, a strong sense of crisis rising in his heart. "This is no ordinary enemy... the true form of that man in black is probably about to appear!"
Before the words were even finished, a strange purple lightning bolt flashed across the horizon, shooting straight to the ground. Then, an even larger and darker entity slowly emerged... Faced with this scene, everyone's faces were filled with shock.
"Could this be the 'real test' he was talking about? What exactly is this thing..." Wang Er whispered, trembling with fear.
Su Ting gritted his teeth: "No matter what dangers lie ahead, we must fight side by side and overcome this difficulty together!"
At the same time, the shadowy figure gradually became clearer, transforming into the mysterious person who had appeared in the mine before. This time, however, the aura emanating from him was noticeably more terrifying than before.
"Hmph, a bunch of ignorant mortals, daring to defy me." A cold, ruthless voice drifted down from the sky, instantly sending a chill down the spines of everyone present.
Even so, not a single person showed the slightest intention to back down. "As long as we are united, no force can defeat us!" Su Ting shouted, head held high, his words filled with unwavering confidence and determination.
The man in black sneered repeatedly: "Very well, since that's the case... let me see how long you can hold out!" With that, he raised his staff again, preparing to launch a new round of attacks.
Just as the two sides were about to clash again—
"Wait a minute!" A familiar yet slightly childish voice suddenly broke through, drawing all eyes to the speaker—it was the little girl who had just bravely declared her stance to fight against the evil forces.
She walked step by step to Su Ting's side, looking up at her fierce opponent with her clear, large eyes. "I...I know a secret that might help my brothers win the final victory~"
The little girl's words changed the atmosphere, and everyone's attention was drawn to her youthful yet determined figure. Su Ting, standing to the side, also seemed somewhat surprised, but quickly regained his composure and encouraged her, "What good ideas do you have? Tell me."
The little girl took a deep breath, as if to bolster her courage. "When I was playing at the village entrance, I accidentally saw a secret entrance..." She paused, making sure everyone was listening carefully to her every word, "...it led to a secret chamber deep within a cave, where there were many ancient books and treasures. Once, I even saw a book that shone with golden light...its title is 'The Record of Revelation.' I heard it contains a lot of knowledge about these monsters, and might even have a way to deal with that man in black."
Su Ting's eyes lit up. "Really? This information is invaluable! We'll set off now to find this book; perhaps it can help us resolve this crisis." He made the decision immediately, then looked at the Lin brothers, "You few stay behind to strengthen the village's defenses. Make sure everyone's safety is guaranteed!"
Chapter 515 Accepting the Challenge
Chapter 515 Accepting the Challenge
"Understood!" The young man in the lead nodded in response, a resolute expression on his face. "Don't worry, we're enough here!"
After speaking, Su Ting led several villagers quickly in the direction the little girl had pointed. They passed through a familiar forest path and arrived at a secluded and almost forgotten place. According to the description, a secret passage leading to the interior of the mountain was indeed hidden here.
Shortly after entering the dimly lit tunnel, a door made of stacked stones gradually appeared ahead. Just as everyone was about to push the door open, a soft laugh suddenly came from the side. "Hehe, I didn't expect you guys to find this place. How interesting."
As these words fell, a woman dressed in magnificent attire with a cold and aloof expression slowly walked out. Compared to the men in black outside, this woman was clearly more unfathomable, exuding an indescribable aura that made people afraid to look directly at her.
“I am Su Ting, the guardian of this place,” she introduced herself. “However, obtaining the Record of Revelation is not easy. According to the rules left by our ancestors, only those who have passed the trials and proven themselves are qualified to acquire the knowledge within.”
Su Ting stepped forward, her tone firm, "Then we accept the challenge! Whatever the test, we are willing to face it!"
Su Ting nodded, then raised her hand and drew a circle in the air. Instantly, the surrounding scenery changed, and the originally cramped cave became incredibly spacious and open. "Very good, then let's begin now," she said, her voice echoing throughout the space. "The trial is simple: defeat the phantom enemies summoned by this sword in my hand. They will mimic the things you fear most."
Hearing this, everyone's heart tightened. However, when those strange and terrifying monsters appeared one after another, no one backed down; instead, their fighting spirit was further ignited.
"Don't be afraid! As long as you bravely face the fear deep in your heart, you can overcome everything!" Su Ting shouted, charging towards the oncoming monster. At the same time, the others followed suit and joined the battle.
Just as the fierce battle reached its climax, the little girl who had been silent all along suddenly spoke, "Big sister, please believe in our courage and determination. To protect everything we cherish, we will pay any price..."
Su Ting was stunned upon hearing this, then she revealed a rare smile, "Alright, since that's the case, then I'll announce it in advance—those who pass this trial are you!"
Before anyone could react, their opponents had vanished into dust. Then, the *Record of Apocalypse* appeared in mid-air, slowly rotating…
"Thank you, sister!" The little girl happily ran over, took the book, and carefully handed it to Su Ting.
"The final battle is about to begin," Su Ting said, taking the heavy "Record of Apocalypse" with an unprecedented confidence in his heart. "Let's end all of this together!"
The group regrouped and quickly headed towards the village. In the distance, the man in black was preparing to launch another fierce attack. "You've come," he said, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes as he saw them return. "Hmph, no matter what method we use, it's all in vain!"
Chapter 516 The Record of Apocalypse
Chapter 516 The Record of Apocalypse.
"That's not necessarily true!" the little girl said confidently with a smile. "Just wait and see, we'll definitely succeed!"
Su Ting gripped the "Record of Apocalypse" tightly in his hand, a strange power surging within him. He felt that this book was not just a simple book; it seemed to be able to see into people's hearts and even predict the future.
"Hurry up, we don't have time to waste!" Su Ting urged, her voice tinged with anxiety. Su Ting and the others quickly headed towards the village. Along the way, a group of villagers were gathered around, discussing amongst themselves.
"Look over there, isn't that Su Ting? Who's that woman with him?" a curious young man asked, pointing to the crowd ahead.
“That’s Lord Su Ting, the village’s legendary guardian! The book they’re holding must be the legendary ‘Record of Apocalypse’!” another slightly older villager replied, his tone full of admiration and envy. “I’ve heard that whoever obtains it can change their destiny!”
Just as everyone was whispering among themselves, a child suddenly cried out, "Oh no, those people are here again!"
A group of men in black were stealthily approaching, their eyes gleaming with greed, seemingly having long coveted the "Record of Apocalypse" as well. "Hmph, they've caught up after all," Su Ting sneered, signaling his companions to prepare.
At this moment, an old village chief slowly walked to the front of the crowd, looking at everyone with a firm gaze. "Don't be afraid, everyone. Su Ting and the others have found a solution! As long as we are united, there is no difficulty we cannot overcome!"
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present was inspired by his words of encouragement. The villagers, who had been somewhat restless, immediately became exceptionally united and worked together to prepare for the upcoming battle.
"Hey, you guys actually dare to challenge our bottom line!" the leader of the men in black said disdainfully, but when he saw the "Record of Apocalypse" in Su Ting's hand, he clearly froze for a few seconds, "That's..."
Before he could finish speaking, Su Ting had already made her move. A dazzling light shot from her hand, instantly enveloping several men in black. At the same time, Su Ting and the other villagers rushed forward, engaging in a fierce battle.
"Brother Su Ting, you must win!" The little girl clenched her fists tightly to cheer for Su Ting, her clear eyes filled with longing for victory.
"Don't worry, little girl, with this book helping us, we're sure to win!" Su Ting replied firmly, then turned to the very first page of "The Record of Revelation"...
At that very moment, a sudden change occurred—
"This is..." Suddenly, the previously calm characters leaped up, forming runes that swirled around Su Ting and emitted an incomparably dazzling light.
"It seems that true strength does not come from external things, but from the indomitable spirit deep within one's heart!" Su Ting exclaimed, her eyes filled with admiration as she looked at him.
As the battle reached its climax, Su Ting held aloft the "Record of Apocalypse," which shone with brilliant light, and recited the ancient texts recorded in the book. In an instant, the wind and clouds changed, and a powerful force seemed to gather between heaven and earth.
"Impossible! How could he be so strong!" the leader of the men in black shouted in disbelief, but he was completely defeated before he could finish speaking.
Chapter 517 A Powerful Figure Appears
Chapter 517 A Powerful Figure Appears
As the last ray of light faded, the battlefield returned to silence. The villagers cheered and celebrated their victory, but the little girl stood quietly to the side, gazing at Su Ting, who stood holding the "Record of Apocalypse," a complex emotion flickering in her eyes.
"Thank you, Lord Su Ting. Without your help, we might not have been able to successfully pass the trials and obtain the 'Record of Revelation'," Su Ting said gratefully.
"No need to thank me, you are the ones who truly deserve our gratitude. It is your unwavering determination and belief that can dispel the darkness and illuminate the way forward," Su Ting replied with a smile.
Just when everyone thought the crisis was over and they could breathe a sigh of relief, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from afar, accompanied by an unusual aura.
"Oh no, there are more enemies!" the youngest of the Lin brothers exclaimed, his face full of vigilance.
"Who? What kind of powerful figure has appeared this time?" Su Ting asked, frowning, his sharp eyes fixed on the direction from which the voice came.
"Oh dear, why are there so many strange things happening?" the little girl muttered, but her eyes were unusually bright, as if she was full of anticipation for what was about to happen. "Big sister, what do you think we will encounter?" she turned to look at Su Ting and asked softly.
Su Ting smiled slightly, his eyes sparkling with wisdom: "This world is full of unknowns and miracles, and every challenge is an opportunity for growth. No matter what kind of enemy lies ahead, as long as we are united, there is no difficulty that we cannot overcome."
Before the words were even finished, several figures emerged from the distant woods. Leading them was an elderly man in a magnificent robe, his face stern, his sharp eyes seeming to see right through people as he swept over them. Beside him were several equally oddly dressed and solemn-looking subordinates.
"Are you the legendary guardians of the Apocalypse Record?" The old man's voice was deep and powerful, yet his words carried an inexplicable pressure. "I never expected to encounter humans possessing such a mysterious object in this remote place. But it doesn't matter. Today, let me see whether this power is merely a name or truly incomparably powerful."
"Hey, who are you anyway? Why are you suddenly popping up and pointing fingers?" A young man who had just recovered from the battle couldn't help but ask, his tone tinged with anger.
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