"Mao Yao, Sisi, what story do you think is here?" Her tone was full of excitement, and the light in her eyes almost burst out.

"I think it might be a sacrificial site of an ancient tribe, and it might hide many secrets." Sisi frowned. Although she knew something about archaeology, the site at this moment seemed even more mysterious than in the books, which made her feel uneasy.

"We can try to explore it! There is definitely something worth studying here." Chen Fang said firmly, pointing his finger at the half-open cave, fearlessness in his voice.

"But we can't guarantee safety." Mao Yao's voice was slightly cautious, and her eyes moved back and forth between the cave entrance and her friends, as if she was thinking about the risks of the expedition.

"I understand, but I really can't resist this attraction!" Chen Fang looked up at the faint light, her heart full of desire, "If we don't try, how can we know what is hidden here?"

Sisi silently looked at the ancient ruins. She said worriedly, "But we can only rely on limited tools and knowledge. If something unexpected happens..."

"It doesn't matter! We can divide the work and cooperate with each other. If there are any problems, we can communicate in time and we will definitely be able to handle them." Chen Fang's enthusiasm infected the air around them, and slowly, Sisi's hesitation seemed to be convinced.

"Okay, since you are so determined, I will stay with you." Sisi finally nodded.

"Great! With the three of us together, we can definitely find the secret here!" Chen Fang said excitedly, and then walked towards the cave entrance, as if there were endless treasures hidden inside.

They entered the cave one after another, and darkness instantly surrounded them. As they took a few steps forward, the light inside gradually became brighter. It was a faint but ancient light, as if telling the intersection of ancient and modern times and the changes of time.

"Look, this is..." Mao Yao suddenly stopped and his eyes fell on a wall in front of him. The wall was carved with complex patterns in various shapes and lifelike, as if narrating the long-lost history.

"What a beautiful sculpture! These images must have special meanings." Chen Fang stared at it with his heart pounding.

"Why are there so many ancient stories here?" Sisi approached gently, and her fingertips touched the cicada-like pattern, feeling a long-lost warmth.

The three of them looked around the wall, trying to figure out the meaning behind each pattern. As time went by, it became clearer and clearer. Chen Fang said, "Everything here seems to have come alive."

"What do you think this pattern represents?" Mao Yao pointed to a relief depicting the sun, moon and stars, his eyes full of confusion.

"Perhaps it is telling about the ancient worldview." Chen Fang said, combining her thoughts with history, "It may be the ancient people's worship of nature. These are all part of their beliefs."

"Faith? I thought of those old stories in the village, about the moon and the sun." Sisi suddenly spoke up and explained with a smile, "According to the legend, the moon is a goddess and the sun is a god. They love each other but cannot meet in the daytime, so... there are waxing and waning of the moon."

"It seems that these stories have existed for a long time." Chen Fang was immersed in thought.

As they were interpreting these ancient symbols, the light in the cave gradually became brighter, attracting their attention. Driven by curiosity, they slowly moved forward.

"There is a big stone pillar in front, and there seem to be clearer words on it!" Mao Yao's voice was full of excitement.

"Let's go and take a look!" Sisi rushed over first, her eyes flashing with desire for the unknown.

The words on the stone pillars are very blurry, but one can feel the wisdom contained in them. As he observed carefully, Chen Fang couldn't help but sigh softly, "These characters seem to record the past history, and there may be a chance to interpret more stories."

"I really hope that one day I can take this information back and find someone to study it." Mao Yao sighed.

"Have you really decided to go to that place?" Liu Hua finally broke the silence, with a hint of worry in his tone.

Lin Yun nodded, his eyes firm: "Yes, I must go. That is the homeland of my ancestors and the key to my search for answers."

"I know it's dangerous there, but I will go with you." Liu Hua looked up with a smile on his face, "We can explore together and find a solution to everything."

The worry on Lin Yun's face eased a little, and she smiled slightly: "Liu Hua, I feel more at ease with you by my side. However, this journey will not be accomplished overnight."

"It's okay, we can take it slow, starting with this map." Liu Hua spread out the map, the edges of which had been worn away by time. He pointed to a mark, "We start from here, cross the mountains, and we will reach the ruins of the ancient city."

"Are you really ready?" Lin Yun's voice was somewhat tentative, and his eyes were shining with expectation and determination. "If we really encounter those legendary ancient guardians..."

Liu Hua interrupted her and said firmly: "I will protect you. No matter what danger you encounter, I will stand by your side."

Lin Yun felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She stopped hesitating and said softly, "Okay, it's settled. Tomorrow morning, we will pack our bags and start our adventure."

The night was as dark as ink, but the passion in their hearts was as bright as the stars. The two stayed up all night, discussing the journey that was about to begin, and dreams surged in their minds with the moonlight.

The morning sun shone through the curtains and into the house, waking up the two sleeping people. Lin Yun immediately calmed down and packed up the luggage he had prepared long ago, while Liu Hua was responsible for checking the map and confirming the route.

"We need to go to the market first and buy some dry food and water." Lin Yun suggested to Liu Hua as he put the items into his backpack, "Do you think that's enough?"

Liu Hua looked at her bag and nodded: "Also, we need to prepare some tools, such as fire starters and ropes. These are essential for an unknown journey."

"You are such a thoughtful person." Lin Yun smiled slightly, feeling extremely warm in his heart.

The two walked out of the house and headed towards the market. The bustling crowds on the street made Lin Yun feel excited. This was a short relaxation before they were ready for the adventure, and it was also the last time they enjoyed this familiar environment.

"Look, that's the candy stand we used to visit when we were kids." Liu Hua pointed to a colorful stall, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes.

"Let's go buy some." Lin Yun excitedly pulled Liu Hua towards the stall. The warm atmosphere created by the candies seemed to ease the tense atmosphere a little.

After completing their shopping, they quickly set off on their journey. Along the way, the valleys along the way were picturesque, with lush vegetation and clear streams flowing happily. As they approached the mountains, the atmosphere gradually became solemn.

"Liu Hua, this area was once the border of an ancient kingdom." Lin Yun's voice was particularly clear in the silence. "Do you believe those stories? The legends about the guardian?"

Liu Hua looked up at the gradually rising mountain wall and frowned, "I dare not say I believe it, but we'd better be careful. The secrets left by the ancients may not be treated well by outsiders."

"Yes, I will be cautious." Lin Yun nodded seriously, feeling both expectant and nervous.

Soon, they arrived at the foot of the mountain, and in the distance they could vaguely see the ruins of an ancient city. The castle forgotten by time was like a dream that had been silent for a thousand years, waiting for them to uncover its secrets.

"Are you ready?" Liu Hua looked at Lin Yun with an encouraging smile on his face.

"I'm ready. No matter what challenge I face, I will not back down!" Lin Yun stared at the distant ancient city, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

"Let's go!" Liu Hua held her hand tightly, as if conveying an invisible power.

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