Fantasy: The Counterattack of the Female Sovereign

On the battlefield, the huge shadow vortex was like a giant beast lurking in the darkness, constantly emitting low and gloomy whispers, as if telling the world those shocking secrets that were buried deep under the dust of time and unknown to everyone.

Song Yao, clad in a robe as pure as snow, exuded a graceful yet heroic presence; Hao Jin, clad in heavy armor, bore a commanding presence; and Edmund, clad in black, his stern face revealing a steely resolve and courage. The three men stood shoulder to shoulder, atop the towering city wall, their gazes like three bolts of lightning, fixed fixedly on the mysterious figure slowly approaching from the distance.

As the mysterious figure approached, each step seemed to gently lift the veil of fate that hung over everyone's heads. Song Yao clutched the softly glowing Heart of Light in her hand, her voice trembling slightly. "Who... are you?" Before she finished speaking, the Heart of Light suddenly shone even brighter, as if responding in a unique way to its owner's deepest anxiety.

The mysterious man finally stopped. He was silent for a moment, then slowly raised his hands and gently untied the wide black cloak he wore. As the cloak slid to the ground, a face weathered by the vicissitudes of life appeared before everyone. Deep and shallow wrinkles crisscrossed his face like a series of ravines, but his eyes shone with wisdom as deep as the ocean.

"I am Edmund's old friend and the guardian of this shadow vortex - Serin." The mysterious man spoke, his voice low and magnetic, like a bell from ancient times, echoing in this empty battlefield.

Hao Jin tightly grasped the staff, which shone with a mysterious light. The staff trembled slightly, as if echoing the surging power within him. He took a deep breath, and his muscles tensed, like a cheetah ready to pounce, ready to deal with any sudden danger.

"What kind of secrets are hidden in the shadow vortex?" Hao Jin's voice was low and firm, as if it could penetrate the smoke-filled battlefield and reach the unknown abyss.

Serin, standing nearby, gazed into the distance with eyes as deep as the ocean, his gaze seemingly piercing through layers of fog, looking straight into the distant future. He slowly spoke, "The Shadow Vortex is the crucial bridge connecting the Nether Witch to her immense power, and the source of all her strength."

Under Serin's guidance, Song Yao and Hao Jin cautiously entered this enigmatic realm, carefully exploring the clues hidden within the chaotic scene. Gradually, they made a startling discovery—it turned out that the Nether Witch had left a series of mysterious marks within the enormous crack!

These marks exude a chilling aura, intertwined and fused with the surrounding shadowy forces. Serin explained solemnly, "These marks are undoubtedly the source of the Nether Witch's power. If we can't destroy them quickly, the Nether Witch's terrifying power will surely awaken once again."

Hearing these words, Song Yao subconsciously tightened her grip on the radiant Heart of Light. Instantly, a warm and gentle energy flowed from the Heart of Light, instantly dispelling the chill that lingered around her. At the same time, she clearly sensed the shadowy power contained within the markings. That dark force, like a ferocious beast, bared its fangs and claws, attempting to break free.

"There's no time to lose. We must act now!" Song Yao's voice was clear and resounding, revealing immense resolve and determination. "We absolutely cannot allow the Nether Witch's scheme to succeed!" With that, she took the lead and stepped forward, followed closely by Hao Jin and Serin. Together, the three of them sprinted towards the location of the mysterious mark...

Hao Jin and Serin exchanged a glance and nodded in unison. Then, they held their breath, concentrating their full attention on mobilizing the powerful strength hidden within their bodies. A dazzling light emanated from their bodies, gathering together like a tidal wave, gradually converging into a terrifying, heart-pounding energy.

At this moment, Song Yao stood in front, a valiant and majestic presence. She wielded a longsword, gleaming with brilliant light, its blade engraved with mysterious and ancient runes. With a wave of her arm, the brave warriors of the alliance behind her shouted in unison, unleashing their unique skills in a dazzling display of magical brilliance.

At the same time, the Heart of Light in Song Yao's hand also burst out with an unprecedented strong light. This light quickly blended with the power of everyone, and finally merged into one, turning into an extremely thick giant beam of light containing endless power, rushing straight towards those strange marks with the force of thunder.

The moment this powerful beam of light touched the mark, the entire space seemed to tremble. The mark vibrated violently under the onslaught of the power of light, and dark shadows erupted from it, like terrifying beasts with bloody mouths opened, roaring madly, trying to resist this righteous power of light.

"Now or never!" Song Yao cried out, her voice clear and melodious, yet filled with determination and courage. As she cried out, the Heart of Light blossomed with one last burst of radiant splendor, unleashing a tremendous energy that surged like a torrent into the pillar of light now fiercely battling the Mark.

In an instant, the already unstoppable beam of light became even more powerful. It was like a divine sword that created the world. It easily penetrated the layers of protection on the surface of the mark, went straight to the core, and hit it hard.

A deafening roar echoed, and deafening sound waves spread in all directions. Under this devastating force, the stubborn marks finally gave way and began to crumble, transforming into countless tiny points of light that gradually dissipated into the void. The shadowy power that had been hidden within the marks was also completely dispelled at this moment, annihilating into ashes.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of impending victory, something unexpected happened! The earth suddenly trembled violently, and a shadowy force several times more powerful than before erupted from the depths of the earth like a volcanic eruption. In the blink of an eye, a massive shadowy vortex dozens of feet in diameter emerged from thin air, slowly rotating and emitting a chilling evil aura.

"This is..." Song Yao's eyes widened, staring intently at the vast, swirling vortex of shadows before her, as dark as the abyss. Her delicate face was now filled with deep confusion and an unconcealable unease. Standing nearby, Serin also stared intently at the mysterious vortex, his deep, ocean-like eyes gradually revealing an extremely solemn expression.

"This is the true power hidden by the Nether Witch! Its might is far beyond our imagination." Hao Jin tightly grasped the radiant staff in his hands, feeling the surging magic power in his body surge wildly. He knew that he would face an unprecedented fierce battle, but he showed no fear. Instead, he was fully prepared to face any dangerous challenge at any time.

"No matter what, we must defeat them utterly! We must not allow the Nether Witch's sinister and cunning plan to succeed." Hao Jin's deep, determined voice resounded, imbuing everyone present with a powerful spiritual drive. Under the precise guidance of Edmund, their experienced leader, the brave warriors of the alliance unleashed their most powerful skills, unflinchingly launching round after round of fierce attacks against the Nether Witch's guardians.

The immense power emanating from the warriors merged with the divine radiance continuously released by the Heart of Light, ultimately converging into a single, immensely powerful, and dazzling beam of light. This beam, imbued with the boundless power of justice, rushed like lightning straight towards the group of hideous guardians, instantly triggering a series of earth-shattering explosions.

Under the powerful impact of the dazzling Heart of Light, the Guardian actually began to tremble violently. As if sensing an unprecedented threat, the power of shadow within it roared and struggled frantically, trying to resist the surging power of light.

"Now or never!" Song Yao screamed at the top of her lungs. At the same moment, the Heart of Light in her hand, gleaming with endless radiance, suddenly radiated its final and most dazzling burst of light. Like a meteor streaking through the dark night sky, it flew straight towards Hao Jin and Edmund, merging seamlessly with the power they had unleashed. In an instant, the combined power of the three merged into an unrivaled, immense beam of light, like an impenetrable lightsaber, piercing the Guardian directly.

With a resounding "boom," the unstoppable beam of light, like lightning, instantly pierced the Guardian's rock-hard form, striking its vital core. With this earth-shattering blow, the Guardian's massive form began to disintegrate, scattering massive fragments in all directions. The shadowy force that had previously permeated the surroundings vanished in the blink of an eye, like a dark cloud swept away by a gust of wind.

However, just as everyone was immersed in the joy of impending victory, something unexpected happened! A shadow force, even more powerful and terrifying than before, erupted from the ground like a volcanic eruption. Then, a jaw-droppingly huge shadow vortex slowly emerged before them. This vortex, like a giant beast with its bloody mouth agape, stared at everyone present with a fierce gaze.

"Is this... is this the true power of the Nether Witch?" Edmund gasped as he watched the terrifying scene before him, a hint of undisguised worry evident in his voice. "And from what I hear, behind this vortex of shadow lies an ancient secret, one that could completely change the course of this battle!"

In the midst of the thrilling, smoke-filled battle, Edmund's allies appeared like ghosts on this battlefield woven with blood and fire. Their figures were tightly concealed by thick, wide black cloaks, making it difficult to see their full appearance. Only their eyes, gleaming with a strange light in the shadows, were faintly visible, like stars in the night sky, giving rise to endless reverie and doubt.

Where did these mysterious figures come from? What was their purpose in suddenly arriving? Just as everyone was secretly speculating, a deep but clearly audible voice suddenly echoed across the battlefield: "We are loyal allies of the Watchers! We have come here today to assist you warriors in uncovering the Nether Witch's hidden and sinister plot!"

Upon hearing this, Song Yao and Hao Jin exchanged a glance, each sensing deep worry. Clearly, they realized the life-or-death struggle before them far exceeded their initial expectations, its complexity and danger surpassing even their wildest dreams. As time passed, the true plot orchestrated by the Nether Witch would soon be revealed. However, at this moment, no one could predict the outcome of this desperate struggle, for it not only hinged on the survival of everyone present, but also directly impacted the future of the entire fantasy world.

In a corner of the battlefield, a mysterious figure, also cloaked in black, stood silently, like a statue. His presence seemed to blend seamlessly into the surroundings, nearly unnoticed. Yet, through the slightly lifted corner of his cloak, one could glimpse his eyes, similarly shrouded in shadows, yet still gleaming with a strange light. Deep and elusive, it was impossible to fathom his true thoughts and intentions. So, was this mysterious figure lurking in the shadows, friend or foe? What dark secrets lay hidden behind his silent observation of the unfolding battle?