nycdaug Chapter 760 Not happy
Chapter 760 Not happy
After several days of preparation, the members of the Sons of Balance disguised themselves and quietly infiltrated the auction site. Inside the venue, the lights were bright, and all kinds of rare treasures attracted the attention of many wealthy people and collectors. However, under all this prosperity, undercurrents surged.
"Look over there, that masked man, it is said that he is the leader of that mysterious organization." Leo reported to Lin Hao in a low voice with a sharp look.
"Interesting." Lin Hao thought thoughtfully, "We need to get clues while also being careful to guard against their traps."
Just then, the auctioneer loudly announced the next lot: "The next lot is said to be a relic from a distant ancient civilization, and it is said to hold the key to awakening a dormant power!"
There was an uproar in the venue, and the bidding immediately became fierce. However, in the midst of the clamor, an unexpected voice came from the auction's public broadcasting system. It was Su Mo's voice, which had been specially processed to sound mysterious and could not be ignored:
"Everyone, please stop bidding. Is the power you pursue really worth such a price? The Son of Balance warns you that while pursuing power, please do not forget your original intention, otherwise, it will only lead to disaster."
The crowd was shocked, looking around and talking. The masked man's face darkened, but he quickly regained his composure and a sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth.
"Captain, this is going to be lively." Leo laughed softly, with sparks of battle flashing in his eyes.
"Yes, but this is also an opportunity for us to see what secrets the other party is hiding." Lin Hao said in a deep voice, his eyes fixed on the mysterious man. A contest of wisdom and courage has just begun.
Just when the atmosphere at the auction was extremely tense, Lin Hao and others quietly approached the private box where the leader of the mysterious organization was. Suddenly, the door of the box was gently pushed open, Lin Hao and Su Mo looked at each other, and reached a consensus in silence: action!
"We finally meet, warriors of the Sons of Balance." The masked man did not show much surprise, but instead showed a hint of playfulness. "It seems that you are very interested in the treasure in my hand."
"We are interested in preventing any force that could harm the world from falling into the wrong hands," Lin Hao said in a firm tone.
"Oh, really?" The masked man stood up and slowly took off the mask, revealing a young and handsome face. "Then why not cooperate? We all have the same goal, don't we?"
Lin Hao and Su Mo exchanged glances. This conversation undoubtedly added another unsolved mystery to their adventure.
"Cooperation?" Su Mo raised his eyebrows. "You have to prove your sincerity first."
"Of course." The masked man smiled and pressed a button on the table. A series of data appeared on the screen. "This is information about the location of the next ruins. I believe you will be interested."
"Why should we trust you?" Lin Hao asked, his tone full of vigilance.
"You have no choice, unless you want to watch these forces being swallowed by darkness." The masked man said helplessly, "I'm Jason, and my organization is called 'Wings of Dawn'. We are all looking for balance, just in different ways."
"Wings of Dawn..." Lin Hao murmured, thinking in his mind.
Just when the conversation reached a deadlock, a sudden voice interrupted them - "Captain, we found that this place is full of bombs, and we don't have much time!"
It was Leo, sending an urgent message through the intercom. Lin Hao and Su Mo's faces changed, realizing that they had been cleverly set up.
"Time is running out, Jason, take us away from here, otherwise there's no chance of discussing this." Su Mo made a quick decision.
A smile flashed across Jason's lips, as if everything was under his control. "Follow me, but remember, once we step out of this door, our destinies are closely linked."
The three quickly followed Jason through the secret passage. There were many traps along the way. It was obvious that the "Wings of Dawn" had an extraordinary proficiency in covert operations. On the way to escape, they occasionally heard the roar of explosions in the distance, and each sound accelerated their heartbeats and doubled the pressure.
“You are really brave. You dare to break into our territory directly.” Jason said as he walked, with a bit of appreciation in his tone. “But I like it this way. Only those who dare to face the unknown and danger can truly change the world.”
"Change the world?" Su Mo sneered, "Don't tell me you plan to use those ancient powers for charity."
“Charity? No, our goal is far greater than that.” Jason stopped and pushed open a heavy iron door. Outside was a secret airport under the starry sky. “What we are pursuing is a new order, a balance that can keep the world away from endless disputes.”
The roar of the plane gradually approached, and the lights cut through the night sky. Lin Hao looked around, feeling mixed emotions. "If all this is true, then we and you really have the same destination."
“Yes, different paths lead to the same destination.” Jason chuckled, “But before that, we have to leave this place that may become a ruin at any time.”
After boarding the plane, everything seemed to quiet down as the cabin door closed. Lin Hao and Su Mo sat opposite each other, while Jason closed his eyes and rested, as if thinking about something important.
"Tell me, Jason, why did you choose to contact us at this time?" Su Mo broke the silence, his eyes sharp.
“Because the time has come.” Jason opened his eyes, his gaze deep. “Some power is about to awaken, and that is our common enemy. Fighting alone, none of us can win. Only by uniting together can we have a chance.”
"Alliance?" Lin Hao raised his eyebrows. "Are you sure your proposal is not another trap?"
“You can continue to doubt, but please remember that while we are still debating here, the real threat is approaching.” Jason said earnestly, “Let me give you a piece of advice, Son of Balance. Sometimes, the biggest enemy is not the person standing on the opposite side, but our own prejudice.”
The plane broke through the clouds and flew towards an unknown tomorrow. Although Lin Hao and Su Mo were full of doubts, they had to admit that the young leader in front of them did raise a proposition that could not be easily ignored.
"Okay, Jason." Su Mo finally said, "We are willing to listen to your detailed explanation, but cooperation must be based on mutual trust."
"I'm looking forward to that day." Jason raised the corners of his mouth, his eyes flashing with longing for the future.
As the plane sails into the night, the relationship between the three people seems to have subtly changed, from hostility to the edge of cooperation, and a new journey is about to begin. In a corner of this world, the alliance between the Sons of Balance and the Wings of Dawn will be the key to preventing the impending disaster.
"So," Lin Hao looked out the window at the stars in the night sky, "where should we go next?"
“An ancient secret is waiting for us to uncover.” Jason smiled mysteriously, “And there, perhaps the answers to all our questions are hidden.”
"It sounds like an unknown adventure." Su Mo responded, his eyes showing both expectation and caution. "I hope we can find true allies this time."
"Not only are they allies, but maybe we can also find the answers we have been looking for." Lin Hao clenched his fists, with a determined fire burning in his eyes.
The plane drew a track in the night sky, speeding towards its destination. During this flight, Jason began to share some background information about the "Wings of Dawn" and how they discovered clues to these ancient powers. Lin Hao and Su Mo listened quietly, exchanging glances from time to time, evaluating the authenticity of the information.
“We, the Wings of Dawn, were originally founded to protect those powers that were not properly understood and prevent them from falling into the hands of those who only pursue selfish desires.” Jason’s voice was calm but revealed an unquestionable determination. “I admit that our methods are sometimes too radical, but the goals we pursue are no different from yours, the Sons of Balance.”
"Radicalism often comes with risks. How can you ensure that this will not push the world into a more dangerous situation?" Su Mo directly raised her concerns.
“Risks always coexist with opportunities, but the key is to guide these forces in the right direction,” Jason replied, his tone more sincere. “We are willing to share information and share risks with the Sons of Balance, because we believe that unity is the only way to fight the coming crisis.”
At this point in the conversation, a subtle tacit understanding had been established between the three people. Although trust had not yet been fully built, the seeds of cooperation had been planted.
A few hours later, the plane landed in a desolate valley. Under the moonlight, the outline of ancient buildings could be vaguely seen in the distance. This was the starting point of their expedition and the key to unlocking the ancient secrets.
"We're here. This is where the first clue we found points to." Jason led Lin Hao and Su Mo towards the ruins.
Stepping into this ancient territory, the air around them seemed to freeze, and an ancient atmosphere blew in. They carefully shuttled through the ruins, and every corner might hide unknown dangers or surprising discoveries.
"Look, there are words here." Lin Hao pointed to the strange symbols carved on a stone wall.
"This is the text of ancient Atlantis. I have studied it before." Su Mo observed it closely, trying to decipher its meaning. "It mentions... a seal of power, and a ritual..."
Just as Su Mo was immersed in the translation, a passerby nearby couldn't help but exclaimed: "Oh my God, are you solving an ancient puzzle? This is amazing!"
Several travelers who happened to be exploring nearby were attracted by their behavior and gathered around, their faces filled with shock and curiosity.
"What did they find? Treasure or something else?" one of the passers-by couldn't help but ask his companion.
"It looks more amazing than the treasure, like a secret that can change the world," another person guessed.
Lin Hao and Su Mo exchanged glances and decided to keep a low profile and not attract unnecessary attention. They knew that if the power of these ancient civilizations fell into the wrong hands, the consequences would be disastrous.
Just as they continued to explore deeper, a subtle mechanical sound suddenly rang out, the ground trembled, and a hidden stone door slowly opened, revealing a staircase leading underground.
"It seems that our journey has just begun." Jason chuckled and walked down the stairs first. Lin Hao and Su Mo followed closely behind him. Behind them were the surprised and envious eyes of the crowd.
Entering the underground space, everything before their eyes was far beyond their imagination. The ancient mechanisms, the glowing murals, and the altar in the center that exuded a mysterious atmosphere all indicated that the secret that was about to be revealed was extraordinary.
"Now, the real test begins." Lin Hao said to Su Mo and Jason. The eyes of the three of them were shining with desire and determination for unknown challenges.
As they go deeper, the surrounding environment becomes more mysterious and unpredictable. During this endless exploration, the cooperation between the Sons of Balance and the Wings of Dawn becomes increasingly solid. Their common goal - to protect the balance of the world - is gradually becoming clear.
"Remember, no matter what kind of trial lies ahead, our faith cannot be shaken." Su Mo's words were powerful, not only inspiring himself, but also making Lin Hao and Jason more determined.
"Faith is our most powerful weapon." Jason nodded in agreement. His eyes penetrated the fog, as if he had foreseen the many difficulties ahead. "As long as we hold on to light, darkness will eventually be exposed."
Lin Hao tightened the equipment in his hand and said firmly: "Then let's get started. No matter what we face, the Son of Balance never backs down."
The three of them walked slowly down the dark stone steps, and each step seemed to span a thousand years. The air was filled with an ancient and mysterious atmosphere that made people hold their breath.
"Why do you think these ancient civilizations left behind such complex puzzles and mechanisms?" Lin Hao asked softly, trying to break the silence around him.
"Perhaps it's for protection, or perhaps it's to test the wisdom and will of those who come after." Su Mo speculated, her eyes looked particularly sharp under the weak light, "Only true warriors and wise men are qualified to unveil the veil of history."
Just as they were exploring further, a sudden fork in the road split their paths. Three different paths extended into the depths of the unknown, and different challenges seemed to be hidden at the end of each path.
"Let's act separately to improve efficiency. Each of us will explore a path and meet up here in two hours." Jason made the decision decisively. He knew that time was precious and every minute and every second could determine the success or failure of the overall situation.
Lin Hao nodded without any hesitation: "Okay, be careful, and contact me immediately via the communicator if you find any clues."
Su Mo smiled faintly, as if he had expected this moment to come: "I agree, but remember, sometimes, intuition is more reliable than any mechanism."
The three of them set out on different paths, and the atmosphere around them became more tense as they dispersed. Every step was full of unknowns, and every echo was like the whisper of an ancient relic, telling a long-lost story.
Two hours later, when they gathered at the starting point again, everyone's face was filled with the excitement of harvest and new discovery. (End of this chapter)