jdhmnovel Chapter 263 Incentive
Chapter 263 Incentive
...In the silence of that moment, the air around Yun Xi seemed to condense into tiny ice crystals, each of which reflected the determined faces of his companions. In their eyes, there was fear of the unknown, but more importantly, courage and determination.
"Brother Yunxi, we believe in you!" A crisp voice broke the silence. It was the short thief Allen in the team. He grinned, and although his face was pale, the light in his eyes could not be ignored.
"Yes, Yunxi, we have always followed you and never thought of retreating." Brook, a warrior who was born as a blacksmith, patted his chest hard. His solid muscles bulged under his cloak, which was the proof of countless battles.
Yun Xi smiled slightly, and this smile was like the rising sun, warming everyone's heart. She slowly lowered her arms, and the flow of time returned to normal. Everything around her seemed to be given new vitality, and the gaze of the unknown creature also became hesitant.
"Okay! Let us prove with our actions that no matter what difficulties we face, nothing can stop us from moving forward!" As soon as Yun Xi finished speaking, the team quickly dispersed, each occupying a favorable position and forming a battle formation.
Deep in the forest, an old hunter stopped and happened to witness this scene. He murmured to himself: "This power... is really amazing. It seems that the legendary hero does exist in this world."
At the same time, in the tavern in the city, the discussion was as heated as ever, and even became more intense.
"They can manipulate time and have the courage to kill with one strike. Yun Xi and the others are simply like people from myths!" A young man slammed the table excitedly, attracting the attention of people at the next table.
"Hmph, what's the point of just bragging? If I had that kind of power, I would have..." A big bearded man said disdainfully, but there was a hint of barely perceptible jealousy hidden in his tone.
"Strength is good, but what's more important is the heart." The old man spoke again, his eyes deep, "Yun Xi and the others are not only protecting this land, but also the hopes and dreams in everyone's heart."
While people were immersed in their own imaginations and discussions, a mysterious figure in a corner of the city was silently watching everything. He (she) raised a mysterious smile at the corner of his (her) mouth: "Yun Xi... Interesting, very interesting. It seems that I have to speed up my pace."
Back on the battlefield, with Yun Xi's order, the battle broke out instantly. The magician's elemental power turned into a dazzling ball of light, accurately bombarding the monster; Allen's nimble figure shuttled between the trees, accurately cutting the monster's weaknesses; Brook's heavy hammer made a sound of breaking wind, and every swing made the earth tremble.
Yun Xi was traveling freely in the quicksand of time. Her sword pointed to fight against the threat in front of her and challenge the unknown. Every time she swung her sword, it would cause tiny wrinkles in space, which was the manifestation of the law of time.
Just when the battle seemed to be under their control, the monster's body suddenly split open, and a dazzling light burst out from it. Then, a deep and majestic voice sounded: "Very good, your performance exceeded my expectations. But you have not seen my true form yet."
As the words fell, the light faded, the monster disappeared, and in its place was a giant in silver armor. He held a radiant spear in his hand, and his eyes were filled with indescribable vicissitudes and wisdom.
"I am an ancient warrior who guards this forest. I have been searching for a true hero for a long time. Are you willing to accept my final test?"
Faced with this sudden change, Yun Xi and his partners smiled at each other. Their trust and determination were worth more than a thousand words.
"Of course, this is our unshirkable responsibility." Yun Xi took a step forward and lightly touched the ground with the tip of his sword. Behind him were his comrades who were fighting side by side with him, their eyes burning with an unyielding fighting spirit.
With Yun Xi's answer, an unprecedented challenge officially kicked off, and in this forest decorated with wonders, a new legend is being written...
…The chatter in the tavern intensified again, and every corner was filled with speculation and admiration for Yun Xi and his group.
"Do you think it really took a thousand years for that monster to suddenly transform into a silver-armored giant?" The young adventurer's eyes were shining with longing, and the wine glass in his hand was trembling slightly, as if he couldn't wait to experience such a magnificent scene in person.
"Thousands of years? Ha! Maybe even longer than the history of our tavern!" The bearded man spoke in a awed tone this time. There was less disdain on his face and more curiosity about the unknown. "I really want to see if that ancient warrior is as powerful as the legend says."
The old man shook his head gently, wisdom flowing in his deep eyes, "Strength is not the key, what is important is the will to protect. What Yun Xi and the others have shown is not only strength, but also a heritage of faith."
While everyone was discussing, the door of the tavern was gently pushed open, and a dusty traveler walked in. His eyes swept across the lively crowd and finally stopped at the tables where the discussions were most intense.
"Excuse me, where is Yun Xi, whom you just mentioned?" The traveler's voice was gentle but with a hint of urgency, and there was an unusual light flashing in his eyes.
"Oh, you're from out of town, right?" The bearded man looked at him with interest. "You're talking about the legendary group of brave warriors. It's said that they're fighting some ancient monster in the nearby forest."
"Thank you." The traveler nodded slightly, then turned and left with quick steps, obviously having something on his mind.
...In the depths of the forest, the ancient warriors' trials have entered a white-hot stage. Yun Xi and his companions are facing unprecedented challenges, and every move is a breakthrough to their limits.
"This is not just a trial, it's also a test of our beliefs!" Yun Xi shouted as she fought. The tip of her sword cut through the air, creating ripples. This was her deep understanding and application of the rules of time.
“Yun Xi is right!” Allen tumbled in the air, and the dagger in his hand accurately pierced the silver-armored giant’s weak spot, leaving a series of invisible scars. “As long as there is light in your heart, the darkness will eventually retreat!”
Brook swung his sledgehammer, and every blow made the earth tremble. His rough voice echoed through the forest, "We are not only fighting for ourselves, but also for those who are waiting for our return!"
Their conversation inspired each other and also made the animals watching the battle around them emit low sounds, as if they were also infected by this indomitable spirit.
…Just as the fierce battle was in full swing, a meteor streaked across the sky in the distance. Its trajectory was extremely clear, as if it was pointing in a certain direction. The creatures in the forest seemed to sense some kind of omen, and they all looked up at the sky. Even the silver-armored giant paused.