A Journey of American Comics Starting from the Zombie Universe

After calming the soldiers' hearts that were shaking with despair, Bai Ye's eyes became deeper and more determined. He knew that in this endless darkness, only by moving forward could they find a ray of hope. So he took a deep breath, cheered himself up, and led the soldiers to continue groping forward in this intricate underground passage.

The air in the passage seemed frozen, dull and oppressive, and every breath seemed like a silent battle with death. The beam of the flashlight flickered in the darkness, barely illuminating the unknown road ahead. The footsteps of the soldiers echoed in the empty passage, and each step seemed extremely heavy, as if they were carrying a heavy burden.

As time went by, the soldiers' physical strength gradually depleted, but their will became stronger. They knew that only by continuing to move forward could they escape from the endless darkness and despair. Bai Ye always walked at the front of the team. His figure looked particularly tall in the weak light, as if he was a beacon in the soldiers' hearts, guiding them in the direction of progress.

Just when everyone was about to run out of patience and hope, a subtle discovery made everyone's heartbeats suddenly accelerate. In a corner of the passage, a faint light quietly bloomed, like the brightest star in the night sky, instantly attracting everyone's attention. Although the light was weak, it seemed so dazzling in the dead darkness, as if it was nature's reward for their unremitting efforts.

The soldiers gathered around, their eyes sparkling with curiosity and expectation. Bai Ye squatted down and carefully looked at the glowing object - it turned out to be a small and delicate button, embedded in the crack of the stone in the corner of the wall, almost imperceptible without careful observation. This unexpected discovery made Bai Ye's heart surge with inexplicable excitement, as if he saw the door of hope slowly opening.

Without much hesitation, Bai Ye reached out and gently pressed the button. At that moment, the entire passage seemed to tremble, and then a roar came from deep in the wall, deafening. The soldiers covered their ears in horror and stared at the scene in front of them with wide eyes - they saw that the wall in front of them was slowly cracked, split into two, revealing a brand new metal passage.

This passage was completely different from the previous one. It was wider and more solid, and seemed to hide more secrets and dangers. The flashlight beam could only illuminate a small area, and the deeper part was pitch black, as if it was an abyss that swallowed everything. The soldiers showed complex expressions on their faces, with both fear of the unknown and a desire to explore.

Bai Ye stood up and looked deeply at the metal passage. He knew that this passage might be their only way to escape from here, but it might also hide deadly traps and dangers. However, he did not retreat, but took a step forward resolutely and walked towards the unknown abyss.

Seeing this, the soldiers followed one after another, their eyes full of determination and resoluteness. They knew that only by following Bai Ye's footsteps could they find the real way out. So, one by one, they stepped into the metal passage and embarked on this journey full of unknowns and dangers.

The air in the passage became more stuffy and oppressive, as if even breathing had become difficult. The beam of the flashlight flickered in the darkness, but it could only illuminate the limited space ahead. The footsteps of the soldiers echoed in the passage, each accompanied by heavy breathing and heartbeats. They knew that this road was full of unknowns and dangers, but they also knew that only by moving forward courageously could they find a way out.

As time went by, they gradually went deeper into the tunnel. The environment here became more harsh and complex, with traps and mechanisms appearing one after another. The soldiers had to move forward carefully, fearing that they would accidentally trigger those deadly mechanisms. However, even with such caution, they still inevitably encountered many dangers and challenges.

Sometimes they would encounter traps that suddenly appeared and dragged a soldier into them; sometimes they would encounter enemies hiding in the dark and engage in fierce battles with them; sometimes they would encounter those seemingly harmless but hidden murderous mechanisms that made them unable to defend themselves. Every encounter made the soldiers terrified, but they never gave up hope and faith.

They know that only by maintaining unity and faith can they overcome all difficulties and challenges. So they support and encourage each other to face the unknown challenges ahead together. The friendship between them has also become deeper and stronger in the process, as if they have become an inseparable whole.

However, even such a united and determined team could not completely avoid danger and failure. In a fierce battle with the enemy, a soldier was unfortunately injured and fell to the ground, his life or death unknown; when a trap was triggered, several soldiers were caught in it and their whereabouts were unknown. These losses filled the soldiers' hearts with grief and anger, but they became more determined and determined to find a way out.

They knew that only by moving forward could they avenge their fallen comrades; only by finding a way out could they regain their freedom and light. So they wiped away their tears, gritted their teeth, and continued to walk towards the unknown abyss. Their figures gradually went away in the darkness, leaving only a series of heavy footsteps and firm beliefs echoing in the passage...

In that seemingly endless metal passage, the soldiers' footsteps became heavier due to continuous challenges and fatigue. However, when they followed Bai Ye through the last twist and turn, the scene in front of them suddenly changed drastically, shocking everyone.

A spacious and mysterious underground space appeared before them. The most eye-catching thing was a wonderful pool with clear water. This pool seemed to be a miracle of nature. It could maintain such vitality in such a dark environment. There were dots of light floating on the water surface. Upon closer inspection, it turned out that there were countless tropical fish swimming happily. Their colorful scales flickered in the weak light, like a flowing rainbow, which was breathtakingly beautiful.

Bai Ye saw this and a trace of surprise and joy flashed in his eyes. He stopped and stood quietly by the pool, staring at these creatures moving freely in the water, with an indescribable emotion in his heart. This sudden beauty seemed to be the only bright spot in this dark world, giving them endless hope and comfort.

"It's incredible..." Bai Ye muttered to himself. Although his voice was soft, it was loud enough for the surrounding soldiers to hear. They also stopped and gathered around to appreciate this rare spectacle.

Suddenly, a soldier made a suggestion: "Bai Ye, these fish are so beautiful. Let's catch some and take them back as specimens. At least it will leave us a little memory of this experience." There was a hint of anticipation and excitement in his voice.

Bai Ye was silent for a moment and then nodded slowly. He knew that such behavior might be a bit cruel, but in such an extreme environment, being able to preserve a little bit of beauty from the outside world might be a kind of comfort. So, he gently told the soldiers to be careful and try to minimize the harm to the fish.

The soldiers immediately took action, they found containers that could hold water and fine nets, and carefully approached the pool. Although they were very cautious, the fish seemed to feel threatened and swam to the deeper parts of the pool, making it extremely difficult to catch them.

After some effort, the soldiers finally managed to catch a few tropical fish. They carefully placed the fish in a container, fearing that they would be hurt. Bai Ye took out some straw paper and desiccant that he had prepared in advance, and prepared to make specimens of the fish. Although he knew that this would deprive the fish of their lives, in the current environment, this seemed to be the only way for them to preserve this beauty.

During the specimen preparation process, the soldiers were extremely focused and solemn. They knew that these fish were not only a beautiful memory of their journey, but also a remembrance and memorial of their fallen comrades. After each specimen was completed, they would gently put it in their pockets, as if they were carrying this heavy memory with them.

As the activities at the pool gradually came to an end, the soldiers set out on their journey again. Their pockets were filled with tropical fish specimens, and these tiny lives became the most precious treasures in their hearts. In the days to come, no matter where they go, they will remember this miraculous pool and the tropical fish swimming freely in the water. This memory will always be with them and become an indispensable part of their lives.

As the soldiers continued to move forward, the distance of several dozen meters seemed to have crossed the boundaries of time and space, and each echo seemed to indicate that some unknown change was about to happen. Their hearts were filled with curiosity and a hint of uneasiness. After all, in this dark underground world, any abnormality could be a sign of danger.

Shortly after they entered the new area, the tropical fish specimens that had been quietly lying in the soldiers' pockets suddenly began to emit a soft and mysterious light. At first, the light was so faint that it was almost negligible, but as time went on, it gradually became dazzling, as if every fish scale was emitting its own light, shrouding the entire team in a strange halo.

The soldiers looked at each other in shock and confusion. They had never seen such an incredible sight, and they could not imagine that these seemingly ordinary fish specimens could actually glow. Bai Ye also stopped and stared at the lights suspended in the air. A strong premonition surged in his heart - all this was no accident.

At this moment, an even more astonishing scene occurred. The tropical fish specimens in the light seemed to be pulled by some mysterious force, slowly rising from the soldiers' pockets and floating in the air. They circled and intertwined in the air, and finally gathered together in an indescribable way, forming a dazzling ball of light.

The ball of light spun and condensed in the air, and finally turned into a crystal clear gem. This gem emitted a dazzling light, illuminating the entire underground space like daylight. Its color was ever-changing, sometimes as deep blue as the deep sea, and sometimes as colorful as the sunset, beautiful enough to make people intoxicated.

The soldiers stared at the scene in a daze, completely immersed in the shock and beauty of the gemstone. They could not describe their feelings in words, and could only stand there silently, allowing their hearts to be touched by this miracle.

Bai Ye was the first to come to his senses. He knew that the appearance of this gem was no accident and that it must be inextricably linked to the secrets of this underground world. So he walked forward and carefully reached out to touch the gem.

The moment his fingers touched the gem, a warm and powerful force instantly surged into his body. It was as if a window had been opened in his mind, and countless secrets and truths about this underground world came flooding in. He saw the origin of this world, the creatures hidden in the darkness, and the civilizations that were once glorious but eventually fell...

All this information was too huge and complicated for Bai Ye to digest at once. But he knew that this gem was the key to unlocking the secrets of this underground world. So he put the gem away solemnly and decided to continue moving forward with it to find more clues and answers.

Bai Ye and the soldiers gathered around the gem, with amazement and awe in everyone's eyes. This gem not only held the key to unlocking the secrets of the underground world, but also conquered everyone's heart with its incomparable beauty.

"It is a rare treasure in the world!" A soldier could not help but exclaim, his voice full of sincere admiration. Each side of the gem is like a carefully carved work of art, the light flows on its surface, refracting a myriad of colors, as if it contains the mysteries of the entire universe.

"Yes, its beauty is beyond what words can express." Another soldier added, his eyes closely following every subtle change of the gem, afraid of missing any bit of excitement.

Bai Ye also gazed at the gem, with mixed emotions in his heart. He knew that this gem was not only beautiful, but also carried the hopes and dreams of all of them. He gently stroked the smooth surface of the gem, feeling the warmth and power contained in it, and his heart was filled with gratitude and awe.

The soldiers came back to their senses after seeing this. They looked at the gem in Bai Ye's hand with determination and hope in their eyes. They knew that as long as they followed Bai Ye's footsteps, they would be able to find a way out of this underground world. So they cheered up again and embarked on a new journey.

In the following days, Bai Ye and the soldiers continued to explore the underground world. They encountered more challenges and dangers, but also gained more knowledge and treasures. The gem became their most precious wealth. It not only guided their direction but also provided them with endless strength and courage.

However, as time went by, they gradually realized that this underground world was much more complicated and dangerous than they had imagined. The creatures and traps hidden in the darkness seemed endless and kept them on the brink of life and death. But they never gave up hope and faith. They knew that only by persisting could they find a real way out.

The friendship between the soldiers has become deeper and stronger in the life and death tests. They support and encourage each other and face the unknown challenges ahead together. Their figures are getting farther and farther away in the darkness, but their determination and courage will always shine in everyone's heart like a bright gem.