I am the Holy Poisoner, the Empress advised me to calm down

"Lin Chen, do we really have to face those unknown enemies now?" Zhang Xun asked with some concern. He looked at the Jiuyou Pearl in Lin Chen's hand, and his heart was still a little uneasy.

"Yes, we must do this." Lin Chen's eyes were firm and calm. "The power of the Nine Nether Pearl is not only our weapon against the enemy, but also the key to our protection of this land."

Yun Shu gripped the dagger tightly, his eyes gleaming with determination. "No matter how many difficulties lie ahead, we will not retreat. For the peace of this land and the villagers, we will do our utmost."

"Villagers, do you believe us?" Lin Chen looked back at the crowd and asked loudly.

"Believe it!" the villagers answered in unison, their voices full of trust and support.

The young woodcutter straightened his back and said loudly, "Master Lin, Miss Yun, you are heroes in our hearts. We will always support you!"

"Okay, then let's face the next challenge together!" Lin Chen waved his sword, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

At this moment, hurried footsteps were heard in the distance, and several masked men in black rushed out from a crevice in the rocks. The mysterious leader looked at Lin Chen and the others coldly and said sarcastically, "Do you think this will change anything? How naive!"

"Don't even think about getting any closer!" Lin Chen shouted angrily, brandishing his sword and rushing forward. As he moved, the Nine Nether Pearl emitted an even more dazzling light, and a warm and powerful force spread out.

"Come on, Master Lin!" Although the villagers watching could not directly join the battle, their hearts were always with these brave young people. Everyone held their breath and watched the situation develop.

The battle unfolded rapidly in the stone chamber, and the attacks of the men in black surged like a tide. However, Lin Chen and his companions relied on their tacit cooperation and strong strength to resist tenaciously.

"Everyone, come together!" Yun Shu shouted loudly. Her short knife drew sharp streaks of light in the air, and every slash could force back several enemies.

"Protect everyone, we must not let these people hurt the villagers!" Zhang Xun roared, and his two hammers danced like the wind, and every blow made the ground tremble slightly.

"The power of runes, defense!" The spells in Yun Yuan's hands became more and more dense, and the runes quickly condensed in the air, forming layers of defensive shields to resist the enemy's attacks.

The fierce battle lasted for a long time. Although there were many men in black, Lin Chen and his companions gradually gained the upper hand by relying on the power of the Nine Nether Pearl and their tacit cooperation. Whenever they faced a crisis, a gentle light would always appear in time to provide them with assistance.

Finally, Lin Chen swept his heavy sword across, knocking the last man in black to the ground. The entire stone chamber fell into a dead silence again, with only the sound of panting echoing in the air.

"Huh..." Lin Chen breathed a sigh of relief and sheathed his sword. "We did it..." He looked at his companions' tired but triumphant faces.

However, at this moment, a slightly sarcastic voice broke the silence: "Congratulations on your temporary victory." The speaker was the mysterious man just now. Behind him, dozens of people dressed in black had gathered.

Seeing this, Lin Chen and the others involuntarily tightened their weapons, ready to face the next wave of challenges. "It seems we still have a long way to go if we want to truly protect the peace of this land," Yun Yuan said solemnly.

"But no matter how many difficulties are waiting for us ahead, as long as we work together, nothing is impossible to overcome!" Lin Chen said loudly, his words full of immense determination.

"That's absolutely right!" There was a voice of approval from the crowd, and the villagers also applauded in encouragement.

"So, what should we do now?" Zhang Xun asked breathlessly.

"Don't worry about it for now," Lin Chen clenched the Nine Nether Pearl in his hand again, a determined light flashing in his eyes, "Follow me, let us unveil the veil of this unknown world together and protect the peace here."

Just as they were about to set off, suddenly a faint light flickered in the depths of the secret room.

"What is that?" Yun Shu asked with a frown.

"I don't know, but we'd better go and take a look." Lin Chen said in a deep voice.

Several people cautiously approached the light, only to see an ancient altar appear before their eyes. In the center of the altar was engraved a line of ancient text: "The true guardian will guide the future."

"This..." Lin Chen frowned slightly and fell into deep thought, "Could it be that there are other unsolved mysteries of the Nine Nether Pearl?"

"We seem to have found new clues." Yun Yuan said softly.

"No matter what, we must keep moving forward." Lin Chen said resolutely, "Follow me and uncover the truth of all this."

"Okay, Mr. Lin!" The villagers responded one after another, their eyes full of expectation and trust.

Just as they were about to embark on a new journey, Lin Chen looked back at the crowd and whispered, "No matter what challenges the future holds, we will persevere. Because we are the guardians of this land."

"That's right, we face it together!" Zhang Xun clenched his fists, his eyes flashing with determination.

"Then let's go." Lin Chen said softly, leading everyone on the road to the unknown.

The road ahead is still filled with uncertainties, but Lin Chen and his companions are ready to face any challenge. The story has just begun... The moment Lin Chen and his companions stepped out of the stone chamber, a glaring ray of sunlight greeted them. Squinting their eyes, they slowly walked into the village, where the villagers gathered around them, their gazes filled with admiration and curiosity.

"Mr. Lin, did you really defeat those men in black?" asked an old villager with a hint of disbelief in his voice.

"Yes, we won." Lin Chen smiled slightly, trying to keep his tone steady.

"That's amazing! You're our saviors!" the young woodcutter exclaimed excitedly, his eyes sparkling with admiration. "I also want to be a hero like Master Lin!"

"Don't worry, you also have a chance." Lin Chen patted the young man's shoulder and gave him an encouraging smile.

At this moment, a little girl in coarse linen tugged at the corner of Lin Chen's clothes and asked timidly, "Brother Lin, can you really protect us? I'm so afraid those bad guys will come again."

Lin Chen bent down, patted the little girl's head gently, and said softly: "Don't worry, little sister. As long as we are here, no one can hurt anyone here."

"Wow, Brother Lin is the best!" The little girl smiled happily, her laughter as sweet as a silver bell.