The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 798 This Time

As the order was issued, a huge team rushed to the village like a tide, the ground was dusty, and the air was filled with the smell of war. The villagers held the tools in their hands tightly, although not everyone was a warrior, but at this moment they were all willing to fight for their homes.

"Come on, let us show you how powerful we are!" a sturdy young farmer shouted. Although the woman next to him was pale, she still held his hand tightly, giving him silent support.

The battle was about to start, arrows rained down, fireballs and ice intertwined in the air, but the villagers, led by the four warriors, showed unprecedented courage and unity. Ling Shuang's speed was like lightning, constantly weaving in and out of the enemy army, causing chaos; Su Mei'er's magic barrier blocked countless attacks and protected the village from heavy damage; Su Mo's calm command made every counterattack just right; and Lin Hao, like an unstoppable blade, rushed to the front line, and no one survived under his sword.

Just when the battle was at a stalemate and the enemies seemed endless, Su Mo hurried over with a hint of surprise in his eyes: "Found it, the enemy's command center is in the southeast. If we can disrupt their command system, we can greatly weaken the enemy's combat effectiveness."

Lin Hao heard this, his eyes flashed: "Ling Shuang, you lead part of the troops, secretly go around, and aim directly at the enemy commander. Remember, you need to be fast and covert. Su Mei'er, maintain the barrier as much as possible, we need time. Su Mo and I will hold them here."

The plan was immediately executed, and Ling Shuang disappeared from the battlefield like a black shadow, leaving behind a string of stunned enemies. However, Lin Hao and Su Mo were even more courageous, and their cooperation was seamless, repelling the enemy's charge time and time again.

Just as everyone was struggling, an old man stumbled out of the crowd and shouted to the sky: "Look, reinforcements are coming!"

The villagers looked up and saw a team with flags flying on the horizon. They were reinforcements spontaneously organized by several nearby villages after hearing the news. Their arrival greatly boosted morale, and the situation on the battlefield changed instantly.

After a fierce melee, the enemy's command center was successfully destroyed, and the team that lost its command began to retreat in chaos. At this time, the two uninvited guests appeared in the sight of Lin Hao and others again, and were about to escape.

"Want to leave? That's not that easy!" Ling Shuang's voice was cold. Her speed soared to the extreme and in the blink of an eye she blocked the two people's way.

"Hmph, it looks like we're in trouble today." One of them smiled bitterly, as if he had expected the outcome.

"The game is over. Tell us, who sent you here?" Lin Hao walked forward, gently pressing the tip of the sword against the opponent's throat, his eyes sharp.

"It doesn't hurt to tell you. After all, you will never be able to touch that adult." The man sneered, but his words revealed deep fear.

"That adult?" Su Mo frowned, considering various possibilities in his mind.

"That's enough. We will find out everything." Lin Hao put away his sword and glanced at everyone. "Today, we have proved the power of unity. But true peace still requires us to continue working hard."

As the enemy withdrew, the village welcomed a brief peace. The villagers gathered together to rebuild their homes. Although the scars were still there, their eyes were more determined and hopeful.

"We did it." Su Mei'er said softly to Lin Hao. There was a hint of fatigue in her smile, but more of relief.

"Yes, but we know that this is just the beginning." Lin Hao looked into the distance, where there are more unknowns and challenges. "As long as we are together, there is nothing we can't overcome."

As night fell, the village was brightly lit again, but this time, it was not only bright, but also full of infinite hope and confidence for the future. At the head of the village, Lin Hao and his three companions stood side by side, looking at the starry sky, and a conversation sounded between them:

"No matter who that 'adult' is, we will face him." Ling Shuang said firmly.

"Yes, as long as we remain vigilant, no one can threaten our home." Su Mo responded, with wisdom flashing in his eyes.

"I am willing to use my magic to protect all this beauty." Su Mei'er smiled, the starlight dancing on her fingertips like seeds of hope.

"Then, let's keep moving forward." Lin Hao raised his hand, and the four people's palms were tightly clasped together. At this moment, it was not only a transmission of friendship and trust, but also a fearless declaration of unknown challenges. "For the sake of light and home, we will never give up."

"Yes, never give up." Ling Shuang, Su Mei'er and Su Mo responded in unison. Their voices gathered into a firm force that echoed in the night sky.

Just as they finished their vows, a subtle voice came from the edge of the crowd. It was a child that had not been noticed before, with curiosity and admiration in his eyes: "Big brothers and big sisters, you are so awesome. I want to be like you, protecting the village and everyone."

Lin Hao turned around, squatted down and looked at the child with tenderness in his eyes: "Child, everyone has the ability to protect their homeland, whether it is with swords, magic, or wisdom and courage. As long as you believe in yourself, one day, you can also become the light of others."

The child's eyes lit up, and the surrounding villagers also cast approving glances and whispered to each other:

"Yes, look at these young people, they give us hope." "Especially Su Mei'er, her magic is simply a miracle." "And Ling Shuang, she was so fast that I couldn't see clearly." "Su Mo's brain is also good, he can always find a solution at the critical moment."

The conversations were full of praise and gratitude for the four people. In this warmth and harmony, Lin Hao felt a little worried. He looked up at Su Mo and asked in a low voice: "Su Mo, who do you think the 'adult' you mentioned is? What kind of conspiracy is hidden behind this?"

Su Mo pondered for a moment and shook his head: "It's hard to be sure now, but it's certain that this is not a simple invasion. We need more clues, maybe we should investigate other villages that have been attacked."

Ling Shuang interrupted: "That's right, taking the initiative is the best defense. Moreover, this way we can warn them in advance to prevent tragedy from happening again."

Su Mei'er nodded in agreement. Her voice was soft but firm: "We cannot let fear control our actions. Since we have chosen this path, we must walk on it bravely."

While they were discussing, an old man from the village slowly came forward, holding a tattered book in his hand, with a faint glow on the cover. "Children, this book is an ancient book passed down from generation to generation in our village. It records some ancient legends and unsolved mysteries. Perhaps you can find some clues about that 'adult'."

Lin Hao took it solemnly, feeling the heavy weight of the book: "Thank you, we will definitely check it carefully and try to uncover the truth behind all this as soon as possible."

As the night deepened, the stars seemed brighter. In the tranquility of the village, Lin Hao and his three companions gathered around the ancient book and began a new exploration. They knew that the road ahead would not be smooth, but as long as they kept a bright mind and walked hand in hand, there was nothing they could not overcome.

"The symbols on this book seem to be related to an ancient spell I saw in some ruins." Su Mei'er said softly, her fingers gently running across the pages, blue light flowing, and it seemed that even the elements in the air were touched by her words.

"An ancient spell? Then we have to be more careful. This may not just be an external threat." A sharp light flashed in Su Mo's eyes, and he began to quickly analyze every detail mentioned in the book, trying to piece together the clues hidden behind the text.

Ling Shuang stood up and looked at the dark forest outside the window with a firm look in her eyes: "No matter what, we must act. I can go ahead and explore those villages that have been attacked. Maybe I can find the whereabouts of that 'adult'."

"Agreed. Su Mei'er and I will be responsible for finding clues from the documents. Lin Hao, you need to coordinate the manpower in the village to ensure the safety of the village when we are out." Su Mo arranged the tasks, and everyone was assigned to a key position.

"Okay, I'll arrange it." Lin Hao nodded. He knew that every next step was crucial.

A few days later, Ling Shuang returned with information she had gathered from other villages. At a secret meeting at night, she shared: "Each of the attacked villages has something in common - they are either in a key location or have some special resources. Also, I heard a name - the Shadow Lord, who is said to be manipulating everything behind the scenes."

"Shadow Lord?" Su Mo frowned. "This name is not unfamiliar. According to legend, he is a powerful dark wizard who was sealed for pursuing absolute power. If it is really him, then things are complicated."

Su Mei'er sighed softly: "Shadow magic is something even I find difficult to deal with. However, if we can find its weakness..."

"Weaknesses always exist." Lin Hao interrupted Su Mei'er, his eyes determined, "The key is to find it and then strike it deadly."

The villagers began to notice the frequent gatherings of the four men, and there was a lot of discussion. One day, Uncle Li, the village blacksmith, quietly walked up to Lin Hao and whispered, "Young man, I know what you are doing. We all trust you. If you need any iron or equipment, just let me know."

Lin Hao nodded gratefully: "Uncle Li, we have received your kindness. Now we do need some special weapons to prevent any disasters."

In this way, the whole village, led by the four people, quietly prepared. Every corner exudes an indomitable atmosphere. Although people live in the shadows, their hearts are full of light and hope.

It was another moonlit night. The four of them gathered again. Lin Hao said softly, "We have obtained some information about the Shadow Lord and have prepared weapons for the battle. Now, we are just one step away."

"It's time for us to take the initiative." There was no hesitation in Ling Shuang's voice. She couldn't wait to crush the Shadow Lord's conspiracy.

Su Meier smiled, with soft blue light flowing from her fingertips: "I will also use my magic to light the way forward for us."

Su Mo nodded, his eyes gleaming: "I will make sure that every step we take is accurate. However, we must be careful, the Shadow Lord will not let us succeed easily."

Just as the four were about to set off, the village chief staggered over, holding a string of amulets woven by the villagers. "Children, take this, it is a blessing from all of us. No matter where you go, remember that the hearts of the whole village are with you."

The four of them took the amulet, and a warm current surged in their hearts. Ling Shuang looked up at the starry sky, and said firmly: "We will definitely win, for this land, for everyone who trusts us."

"Let's go," Lin Hao clenched the sword in his hand, the tip of the sword pointed directly at the night sky, the stars seemed to be more dazzling at this moment, "For the sake of light, for the sake of home, we will not return until we win."

With a light shout, the four figures turned into four different lights and disappeared into the night, leaving the village sleeping in peace, while the villagers weaved beautiful hopes for the future in their dreams.

The forest was shrouded in shadows, and there was an air of uneasiness in the air. This was the only way to the Shadow Lord's stronghold. Lin Hao and his party shuttled between the trees, carefully avoiding traps and patrolling shadow creatures.

Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps was heard not far ahead, followed by a traveler fleeing in panic. He ran into Su Mo's arms, his face pale and gasping for breath.

"Please, save me! Shadow creatures, there are shadow creatures chasing me!" The traveler's frightened eyes revealed despair.

"Don't be afraid, we will protect you." Ling Shuang comforted him while looking around vigilantly.

"Who are you? Why are you here?" The traveler calmed down and asked doubtfully.

"We are here to end it all." Su Mei'er answered gently. She flicked her fingers lightly and a ray of light shot into the darkness, dispelling some of the darkness and making the surrounding environment clearly visible.

"The end? You mean the Shadow Lord?" A glimmer of hope flashed in the traveler's eyes.

"That's right." Lin Hao nodded, "We know where he is, and we know we must stop him."

The traveler fell to his knees, tears and gratitude intertwined: "Please succeed, for this world."

The four exchanged glances and then continued to go deeper. At the entrance of a gloomy cave, Ling Shuang stopped and whispered to the others: "This is where the Shadow Lord hides."

It was pitch dark inside the cave, with only occasional whispers and creepy laughter, foreshadowing the dangers ahead. Su Mei'er's magic light became the only guide, and they moved forward step by step until they came to a huge stone door.

"Are you ready?" Lin Hao asked, his hand holding the sword was covered in sweat.

"No matter what lies ahead, we will face it together." Su Mo responded calmly. (End of this chapter)