Fantasy: The Counterattack of the Female Sovereign

The light emanating from the core surged like a surging tide, flowing continuously. The energy contained in this light was so immense that the entire space trembled violently under its powerful force, as if it would be torn into pieces at any moment.

Calvin, Song Yao, Arya, and the mysterious woman stood shoulder to shoulder before the core, their gaze fixed on the being before them, emanating an endlessly mysterious aura. The ancient and powerful force emanating from the depths of the core surged like an invisible torrent, impacting everyone's soul and filling them with awe.

The core's voice was so deep it seemed to penetrate the mists of time and space, reaching the very ends of the universe. It was filled with a terrifying power that chilled the very ear. "Who... dares to awaken me from my slumber?"

Faced with the Core's gripping question, Calvin took a deep breath, straining to calm his nervously racing heart. Then, in a deep yet resolute voice, he replied, "Respected Core, we are brave explorers from a distant Earth. We have come here after enduring countless hardships. We have come to uncover the mysteries shrouding the Shadow Vortex and to discover effective methods for protecting our world."

As Calvin finished speaking, the Core's dazzling light slowly faded, becoming less glaring. Yet, even so, a suffocating sense of oppression still permeated its surroundings. The Core's voice seemed tinged with an indescribable complexity: "The Shadow Vortex... that is the last precious legacy of our once glorious civilization! At the same time, it is also our arduous, unfinished mission. But, you outsiders... why are you pursuing its immense power at all costs?"

Song Yao's slender, white fingers, like nimble butterflies, swiftly and accurately danced across the faintly glowing datapad. Each touch triggered a complex string of data codes and graphs. She stared intently at the screen, trying to unravel the core energy fluctuations from the vast amount of data.

"Its energy frequency is stabilizing." Song Yao's voice trembled slightly, revealing a hint of inner tension. Although the situation seemed to be improving, she knew that this unknown core still concealed a huge danger.

Meanwhile, Arya gripped the gleaming weapon tightly, her arm trembling slightly from the effort. Her icy eyes, like a hawk's, scanned the surroundings with sharp, perceptive eyes, never missing a single corner where a threat might lie. "We must be extremely careful!" Arya's voice was low and firm, tinged with a hint of undisguised caution. "Its power far exceeds our initial imagination."

In contrast, the mysterious woman appeared remarkably calm and composed. She stood quietly by, her figure graceful, her black robes fluttering gently in the wind. Yet, beneath her seemingly calm exterior, she concealed an unfathomable power. Her gaze, like a piercing laser, pierced through the Core's massive form, as if gazing upon a being hidden in the void, undetectable to ordinary humans.

"The Trace of the Void is only the beginning," the mysterious woman whispered softly, her tone carrying an elusive depth. "The truly severe test awaits us..."

As time passed, the core's body gradually stopped trembling, and the previously chaotic energy flow gradually stabilized. Its eye, emitting an eerie light, slowly turned, scanning the four people in front of it in turn, finally settling on the mysterious woman.

"Who...are you?" The Core's voice was filled with confusion and bewilderment. "Why is your power so strikingly similar to that of our entire civilization?"

The mysterious woman stood there like a silent sculpture, not saying a word. Her eyes, as deep as a pool of water, stared intently at the core, as if she was silently waiting for a critical moment or some secret signal to come.

Just as the tension was building, Calvin quickly stepped forward and took the conversation, attempting to ease the tense atmosphere. He took a deep breath and spoke in a deep yet powerful voice, "Respected One, we come here with a humble heart seeking your help. The terrifying power of the Shadow Vortex has begun to impact our world. If left unchecked, the consequences will be disastrous. Therefore, we beg for your guidance and guidance on how to control this terrifying force capable of all destruction."

As Calvin finished speaking, the Core's gaze slowly shifted from the mysterious woman to the brave speaker. Its previously calm voice now took on a weighted tone: "The Shadow Vortex was our civilization's last stand, at the critical juncture of life and death. We had hoped to harness its immense power to save our impending world. However, this proved counterproductive. Its unimaginable might far exceeded our ability to control, ultimately leading to the failure of our entire plan."

Hearing this, Song Yao, who had been standing by and listening quietly, couldn't help but frown slightly. A hint of anxiety appeared on her beautiful face, and then she couldn't wait to interrupt, "If that's the case, then may I ask how you successfully sealed it? Can we learn from your experience and emulate your methods to deal with the current crisis?"

In response to Song Yao's urgent question, the Core's massive form trembled slightly, as if reminded of some memory, buried deep within, almost forgotten. After a brief pause, it slowly replied, "Back then, we exerted all our might, harnessing the mysterious power contained within the space-time rift to barely seal the Shadow Vortex. However, it must be stated that this method is not perfect. It only temporarily suppressed the Shadow Vortex's power, not completely eliminated it."

Just as the entire team was absorbed in a deep conversation with the Core, the previously relatively calm surroundings suddenly, without warning, erupted into a chaotic turmoil from the mysterious energy fluctuations. The Core's massive, imposing form once again radiated a dazzling, intense light. Simultaneously, its voice emanated with an unmistakable urgency: "Attention, everyone! The terrifying power of the Shadow Vortex is gradually awakening. If we do not want to be consumed by this devastating force, we must act decisively and effectively, without delay!"

Calvin, standing nearby, didn't hesitate. His hands danced rapidly like a phantom, meticulously adjusting and controlling the power of the shadow vortex at top speed, hoping to quickly calm the out-of-control energy fluctuations around him. His deep yet powerful voice was particularly audible in the tense atmosphere: "The situation is extremely critical. I'm afraid I can't successfully stabilize it alone. I hope you can lend a hand and jointly face this sudden crisis!" With that, his sharp, hawk-like gaze cast a direct look at the crowd, the expectation in his eyes evident.

Calvin's gaze fixed firmly on the woman shrouded in mystery, and he continued, "You, in particular, possess an extremely powerful and unique strength. This strength seems to resonate wonderfully with the power inherited from our ancient civilization. Therefore, if we are to fully uncover the secrets hidden behind the Shadow Vortex and successfully resolve this crisis, we can only rely on your unique abilities. I wonder if you would be willing to step forward and lend us a hand?"

Faced with Calvin's hopeful question and the equally expectant gazes of the other three, the mysterious woman was momentarily stunned, then fell into a brief moment of contemplation. Time seemed to freeze at this moment, the atmosphere so solemn it was almost suffocating. Finally, after a fierce inner struggle, the mysterious woman slowly raised her head. Her deep, ocean-like eyes firmly met the gazes of the crowd, and she nodded gently in agreement, saying, "Since things have come to this, I will certainly do my best. But let me be frank: while I am willing to do my best to help, time is running out, so everyone must work together and give it their all!"

Under the powerful and mysterious guidance of the Core, the entire team sprang into action, exploring how to perfectly resonate the immense power of the Shadow Vortex with the intricate energy network within the Core. Song Yao, completely absorbed, placed her slender fingers on the shimmering datapad, tapping away at a dizzying pace. Each keystroke was like a stirring melody, her whole being absorbed in finding the crucial, precise frequency that would elicit the optimal resonance.

"The energy fluctuations are gradually stabilizing!" Song Yao's clear, melodious voice couldn't contain her excitement, as if she had discovered a new world. "This means we've taken another big step towards success!"

Meanwhile, Arya tightly gripped the gleaming, razor-sharp weapon in her hand, not daring to relax even a moment. Her beautiful yet icy eyes fixed fixedly on the front, their piercing gaze revealing an unwavering resolve. "Everyone, be absolutely vigilant. The power of this shadow vortex is incredibly violent and difficult to control. A single carelessness could lead to an instant loss of control!" Her warning echoed like a long-lasting alarm bell.

Meanwhile, Calvin stared intently at the Core's massive form, not missing a single subtle energy fluctuation. His brow furrowed as he pondered, as if trying to unravel these seemingly chaotic fluctuations and uncover crucial clues. "Although we're almost reaching the core of the Shadow Vortex, the energy fluctuations here are incredibly intense and ferocious, like surging ocean waves. If we're not careful, we could be completely consumed. Therefore, we must exercise extreme caution at all times and in all places!" he warned solemnly.

Yet, at this moment, the ever-silent, enigmatic woman stood silently by. Her eyes, as deep as the ocean, seemed to penetrate the very core of her being, gazing directly at some unknown entity, unreachable and unperceivable to the naked eye. "Don't forget, this trace of the void you see before you is only the beginning. The truly arduous trials lie ahead, awaiting us one by one..." Her words drifted softly into everyone's ears, yet struck their hearts like a hammer striking a drum.

In that unfathomable core area, shrouded in the glow of high technology, Calvin's once resolute face was now shrouded in fatigue. However, his eyes, as deep as a pool of water, still gleamed with a fierce desire for the unknown world. Like the brightest star in the night sky, despite weathering storms, it always steadfastly illuminates the path forward.

Song Yao tightly gripped the electronic board carrying crucial data. Her beautiful brow furrowed slightly, forming a shallow furrow like a crack in the earth caused by thought. Clearly, she was absorbed in the complex data and information, trying to find a clue or solution to her current predicament.

Meanwhile, Arya's silhouette, illuminated by the bright yet cold lights of the core area, seemed even more stern and majestic. Every step she took was like treading on the strings of fate, emitting a resounding sound; every footfall was like a hammer striking iron, filled with unstoppable power and decisive momentum.

As for the mysterious woman, she stood quietly by, like a silent sculpture. Her figure loomed in the hazy light and shadow, giving people a dreamlike feeling. It was as if she did not really exist in this space, but an apparition that had traveled from a distant time and space. The mysterious aura she exuded made people want to explore the hidden story behind her.

However, just as the entire team was working together to successfully stabilize the Shadow Vortex's violent and untamable power, an unexpected event occurred—the Core's massive body suddenly began to vibrate violently! Along with this vibration, a low, rapid voice echoed throughout the core area: "Oh no! The Shadow Vortex's Core... is gradually awakening! We must race against time to find its exact location and control it. Otherwise, all our efforts will be wasted, and the consequences will be disastrous!"

Calvin and Song Yao's eyes met, and time seemed to freeze in that moment. Their gazes burned with boundless longing for their future lives, yet also hinted at an indescribable unease. It was a complex mixture of instinctive fear in the face of the unknown, yet also filled with a yearning for the opportunities that lay ahead.

At the same time, Arya gripped her weapon tightly, the cool touch giving her a sense of security. She was concentrating on observing the movements around her, her nerves tense to the extreme, ready to react at the fastest speed to defend against any sudden danger.

The mysterious woman stood quietly by, like a statue. Her gaze seemingly casually fell on the core, but only she knew that her gaze had actually passed through the body before her, directly looking at the potential threat hidden deep within, as yet unmanifested. Despite the silence around her, she could keenly sense a strange aura gradually spreading.

At this tense moment filled with unknowns, a brand new story, like a slowly unfolding scroll, is gradually unfolding before everyone. And these four people are destined to embark on this road full of dangers and surprises, bravely facing the numerous challenges and thrilling adventures that will come one after another in the future.