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After pausing briefly at the edge of the Starlight Flower Sea and feeling Ariel's silent greeting, Yuan Bao and his family officially stepped into the energy barrier of the Crystal Song Forest.

As if passing through a warm and flexible film of water, the scene before my eyes underwent another earth-shattering change.

If the Starlight Flower Sea is a dreamlike carpet of starlight, then the interior of the Crystal Song Forest is a vibrant and fantastical kingdom built from pure energy and crystals.

The towering trees are not made of wood, but are huge crystal pillars of various shapes and colors.

Some resemble clusters of amethyst rising from the ground, their interiors flowing with a galaxy-like azure halo; others are like warm, lustrous topaz carvings, radiating a gentle glow that illuminates the path below where strange, luminous moss grows; still others are completely transparent like the purest crystal, sunlight (a soft halo simulated in space) passing through them, casting colorful spots of light on the ground, swaying gently in the breeze.

The tree trunk is entwined with shimmering vines, and the leaves, like tiny pieces of jade or sapphire, rustle like wind chimes when they sway gently.

The crystal-clear stream is not actually water, but a liquid energy flow that emits a soft starlight, gently flowing and nourishing the colorful and uniquely shaped energy plants on both banks.

An indescribable freshness permeated the air, a blend of the coolness of crystals, the fragrance of grass and trees, and the pure energy of starlight. Every breath was invigorating, making one feel light and refreshed, as if even the soul itself had become lighter.

“This…this is the Crystal Forest…” Yuan Baoguo murmured to himself, completely abandoning any scientific analysis, leaving only pure awe for the miracle of creation.

He carefully touched a "tree trunk" that emitted a warm yellow light. It felt smooth and warm to the touch, and the light inside seemed to ripple slightly in response.

Lin Qing and Yuan Ma were also stunned by the magnificent sight and speechless. They just stared wide-eyed at every incredible scene before them, afraid of missing any detail.

Even the usually lively Xiao Zhi quieted down at this moment, his little hands tightly gripping his mother's fingers, his big, dark eyes reflecting this dazzling world, filled with pure amazement and longing.

"Aunt Ariel's house... is so big and beautiful..." Ash said softly, with awe.

Yuan Bao smiled and guided his family on a stroll along the crystal path.

She would occasionally point to some strange objects and introduce them:

Those small animals that frolic along the stream, their bodies flowing like mercury, are elemental spirits, naturally condensed from the energy of the woodland, and are gentle in nature.

Floating in mid-air, the "fluffy balls" that emit soft light like dandelions are messengers from Crystal Forest, responsible for transmitting faint energy information.

The tiny figures bustling about on the giant amethyst cluster in the distance, shimmering with a faint light, are the true inhabitants of Crystal Song Woodland—the little light sprites.

They are petite and delicate, mostly only the size of a palm, with wings of various shapes that are as shimmering as gauze or crystal on their backs. They are using their slender and skillful hands to guide the growth of crystals or repair tiny energy channels.

The little elves had clearly noticed Yuan Bao and his group, especially sensing the familiar, gentle yet powerful aura emanating from Yuan Bao, the guardian of the "Pure Sky String."

Instead of panicking or avoiding them, they curiously stopped what they were doing and watched the group of visitors from the real world from a distance with goodwill and a hint of curiosity, their star-like gazes converging on them.

Ash waved excitedly at them, and the Pokémon responded shyly or playfully, their wings flashing even brighter, as if communicating silently.

Time slipped away quietly in this magnificent fairyland.

The simulated "skylight" in the space gradually dimmed, transitioning from a bright and soft energy halo to a more profound and enchanting "night sky".

The night in Crystal Forest reveals a completely different, more dreamlike and enchanting side compared to the daytime.

All the crystal trees, vines, flowers, and even the flowing streams began to radiate a brighter and purer light from within.

The entire forest seemed to have transformed into a giant, natural, and dazzling crystal palace!

A blend of colors—deep blue, light purple, silver, pale gold—interweaves and flows, gently dispelling the darkness and creating a dreamlike and magnificent atmosphere.

The air seemed to transform into a flowing river of light, with tiny, self-illuminating energy spores, like the smallest stars, dancing lightly in the stream of light.

Just as the Yuan family was immersed in the unparalleled night view, the light in the Crystal Forest ahead suddenly became brighter and more concentrated.

Ariel's figure, like a moon goddess, gracefully floated out from behind the tallest crystal tree, which radiated a holy silver glow.

She remained as elegant and noble as ever, her long silver hair flowing with starlight, her crystal crown sparkling, and the butterfly wings on her back spreading out, scattering specks of pure light.

Behind her followed dozens of little fairies of different shapes, but all radiating pure light!

Some of them held musical instruments that looked like they were sculpted from ice crystals, some held a soft, pulsating ball of light in their hands, and some had empty hands, but their fingertips danced with lively points of light.

All the little elves' wings vibrated slightly, emitting a harmonious hum, like background music.

Ariel hovered in the air not far in front of everyone, a gentle yet solemn smile on her face. She nodded slightly, and her ethereal and melodious voice resonated deep within everyone's hearts:

Welcome, friends from the real world. Thank you to the guardians of the Clear Strings for bringing this precious bond to the Woodland. Tonight, allow us, the people of Crystal Song Woodland, to offer our sincerest greetings and blessings, with starlight as our backdrop and crystal as our harp.

As soon as she finished speaking, Ariel gracefully raised her hand.

A breathtaking and indescribable "performance" has begun.

Without a grand stage, the entire dazzling crystal forest serves as the perfect backdrop.

There are no ordinary musical instruments; the crystal instruments in the hands of the fairies emit the purest and most ethereal sounds of energy.

The little elf holding the crystal harp gently plucks the strings with her fingertips, and the flowing notes are like clear spring water dripping onto a jade plate, bringing a refreshing coolness that soothes the soul.

The little elf playing the starlight flute produced a melody as ethereal and distant as the night breeze passing through a wind chime.

The little sprites striking the luminous chimes produced a crisp rhythm with spatial resonance, like the heartbeat of stars.

Even more amazing are the little elves without musical instruments.

Their slender fingers danced in the air, like the most skilled conductors, guiding the starlight and energy spores scattered in the air!

As their fingers moved rhythmically, countless points of light were precisely captured, arranged, and combined, instantly transforming into a variety of breathtaking scenes in the night sky:

A vast and dazzling galaxy flowed overhead.

A giant lotus flower, formed from pure starlight, slowly blooms in the center of the forest.

A giant, elegant crystal butterfly, composed of flowing light spots, dances gracefully in the air, leaving trails of light dust.

There were even miniature, lifelike images of the Yuan family villa and the green ivy, which made Xiao Zhi exclaim in surprise!

Music and light blend perfectly, sometimes soothing like flowing moonlight, sometimes joyful like playful elves, and sometimes magnificent like a surging galaxy.

Every note seems to strike directly into the depths of the soul, and every ray of light carries pure, blessed energy.

Yuan Baoneng clearly felt that this was not just a performance, but a harmonious resonance of the life-source energy of the Crystal Forest, and the highest honor and purest blessing for the "Guardians" and their families.

Yuan Baoguo, Lin Qing, and Yuan's mother were completely immersed in this indescribable audio-visual feast, forgetting to breathe and speak, only feeling deeply shocked and moved.

Tears streamed down my cheeks without my noticing; they were tears of being moved by the ultimate beauty and pure kindness.

Xiao Zhi was completely absorbed in the story, his mouth slightly open and his eyes wide open, utterly engrossed in this dreamlike fairy tale world.

Ariel floated in the center, like the soul and core of the entire performance.

She didn't play any music, but the gentle yet powerful spatial fluctuations emanating from her body acted like an invisible conductor's baton, guiding the energy of all the little sprites to a harmonious unity, bringing this symphony of starlight and crystal to a perfect peak.

As the last ethereal and melodious note slowly dissipated into the depths of the forest, and as the last olive branch pattern, drawn with starlight and symbolizing peace and protection, froze in the air and then transformed into countless points of light that gently fell, the entire Crystal Song Forest fell into a brief, sacred silence.

Immediately, all the little light sprites who participated in the performance bowed to Yuan Bao's family, and starlight drifted from them, like silent applause and blessings.

Yuan Bao took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in his heart, and, with his family, solemnly and gratefully returned the bow to Ariel and the elves.

"Thank you... It's so beautiful... Thank you all..." Lin Qing choked up, only able to repeat the simplest thanks.

Yuan Baoguo nodded vigorously, too excited to speak.

Yuan Ma wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, her face showing an unprecedented calm and serenity, as if she had been baptized by holy light.

Ash finally snapped out of his daze, his face flushed with excitement. He jumped up and down, waving his hands vigorously: "Aunt Ariel! Pokémon! Thank you! That was amazing! I'll never forget it!"

Ariel's face blossomed into an even warmer smile. With a gentle wave of her hand, several strands of the purest starlight energy, like soft ribbons, drifted toward each member of the Yuan family, condensing into a small handful of "star sand" radiating a warm glow in front of them.

【A small blessing from the woods, may the starlight forever illuminate your path, and may purity always accompany your hearts.】 Ariel's voice carried the warmth of this blessing.

Yuan Bao accepted this precious gift on behalf of her family, and she could feel the pure protective power contained in the star sand.

As night deepened, it was time to say goodbye to this dreamlike encounter that transcended dimensions.

As Ariel and the many little elves silently and smilingly saw him off, Yuan Bao, along with his family, whose hearts were pounding with emotion and filled with blessings, left Crystal Song Forest and returned to the Space Villa.

The villa's lights were warm and tranquil.

Everyone sat around in the living room, holding handfuls of warm stardust in their hands, as if they could still hear the ethereal crystal music echoing in their ears and see the dazzling starlight illusion shimmering before their eyes.

"This is truly... a night I'll never forget." Yuan Baoguo finally found his voice, his tone filled with emotion.

“Yes,” Lin Qing gently stroked the stardust, “like the most beautiful dream, yet so real.”

"Aunt Ariel and the others... are so kind." Ash carefully held the stardust up to his eyes, looking at the shimmering light within, his little face full of solemnity. "Mommy, I want to be like Aunt Ariel when I grow up and protect such a beautiful place!"

Yuan Bao looked at the light in his son's eyes and smiled with satisfaction.

She knew that the trip to Crystal Song Forest, this elven symphony under the starlight, had planted seeds of "protection" and "beauty" in her young heart.

"Okay, then grow up quickly and healthily, and study hard." Yuan Bao patted his head. "Now, it's time to go to sleep and finish your sweet dreams tonight."

After putting the still excited Xiaozhi to sleep, Yuan Bao returned to his room.

She stood by the window, holding a handful of stardust from the Crystal Song Forest in her palm, feeling the pure blessings and protective power within it.

Outside the window, the simulated night sky is ablaze with stars.

Yuan Bao knew that under this starry sky, there were two worlds she loved deeply—one was a real home full of warmth and family affection, and the other was a pure and dreamlike crystal forest guarded by the spirits of light.

Her responsibility is to safeguard this connection and protect this hard-won "perfection".

With the faint glow of stardust and the heavy emotion and strength in his heart, Yuan Bao's gaze turned into the distance, his resolve even stronger.

In the future, no matter what storms may come, she will steadfastly continue on this path of "the string of purity".