Siheyuan: I, He Yuzhu, beat up all the beasts!

"Is this true? Legend has it that that place hides ancient miracles. Anyone who enters it either never returns or comes out crazy." A hunter wearing leather armor nearby raised his eyebrows, and the wine glass in his hand trembled slightly.

"It's true! I saw it with my own eyes. When they came out, they all had firm eyes and exuded a different temperament, as if... as if they were blessed by the gods." The tavern owner interrupted, and her description made the atmosphere of the whole tavern even more lively.

"It's a miracle..." Several young people whispered to each other, their eyes full of longing and curiosity.

At this time, He Yuzhu and his group were walking through the bustling market, and their appearance immediately caused quite a stir. Passersby cast surprised or awed glances at them, and whispers arose one after another.

"Look, that's He Yuzhu. I heard he can move objects with his mind!" A child tugged at his mother's clothes, his eyes wide open.

"And there's He Yuzhu. It's said that his archery skills are so good that he can shoot two arrows through a tree. Even the most cunning wind wolf can't escape his arrows." The vendor next to him put down his work and marveled.

"Did they really get some secret treasure? Why do they look completely different?" An old man in the crowd stroked his graying beard, his eyes looking deep...

While everyone was discussing, He Yuzhu stopped and looked around. Although his voice was not loud, it was clearly heard by everyone: "We did bring back the 'treasure', but it is not gold and silver, but the true meaning of courage, wisdom, unity and persistence. Everyone has the power to change their destiny in their hearts, as long as we bravely pursue and practice it."

As soon as these words came out, the crowd fell into a brief silence, and then burst into thunderous applause. In addition to the initial shock and envy, people's eyes were filled with admiration and thought.

"Captain, you said it very well!" 2.7 He Yuzhu patted He Yuzhu on the back, tears of excitement flashing in his eyes.

"Yes, although we didn't get the treasure in the eyes of the world, what we gained is priceless." Leah echoed softly, her smile warm and firm.

"Where should we go next?" He Yuzhu looked into the distance, his eyes flashing with desire for the unknown world.

"Wherever there are difficulties, there are people who need our help. Our journey has just begun." He Yuzhu looked into the horizon, his tone full of infinite expectations.

"Captain, you are right, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible!" He Yuzhu clenched his fists, full of confidence.

"Yes, no matter what the road ahead holds, we must go on together, shoulder to shoulder!" He Yuzhu raised his hand, and other team members responded one after another. The five hands were tightly folded together, as if declaring their determination and strength to the world.

At this moment, the sound of hurried footsteps interrupted their oath, and a panting little boy rushed to them, holding a letter tightly in his hand, his cheeks flushed from running.

"Big brother and big sister, this is a letter for you. A mysterious man in a black robe asked me to give it to you personally!" The little boy said breathlessly, with curiosity and admiration flashing in his eyes.

He Yuzhu took the letter and gently opened it. Lines of powerful handwriting came into view: "The real trial has just begun. If you are eager to prove your strength, see you at the ruins of the ancient city at dusk. - R"

There was no signature at the end of the letter, only a complex symbol that seemed to hide some deep meaning. The team members looked at each other, feeling both excited and uneasy. The ruins of the ancient city were a place full of legends and dangers. It was said that they hid the secrets of ancient civilizations, but it was also a cursed land that no one dared to set foot on easily.

"Are we going?" Leah asked softly, with both worry and anticipation in her eyes.

"Of course, since we have chosen this path, we cannot retreat because of the unknown and fear." He Yuzhu said firmly, with the flame of adventure burning in his eyes.

The setting sun was like blood, dyeing the sky a gorgeous red. He Yuzhu and his party stood at the entrance of the ruins of the ancient city. There were broken walls all around. The wind blew through the dilapidated stone pillars, making a whimpering sound, adding a bit of mystery to this place.

Mystery and desolation.

"Will we really have the answers we want here?" He Yuzhu looked around and couldn't help feeling a little nervous.

"You won't know until you try." He Yuzhu tightened the bowstring and looked around vigilantly. His intuition told him that this place was not peaceful.

Suddenly, a low chanting sound echoed in the ruins. It was an ancient language that made people feel a chill. As the sound approached, a figure slowly walked out of the shadows. It was an old man in a black robe. His face was covered with traces of time, but his eyes were as deep as the abyss.

"Welcome to the ruins of the ancient city, brave travelers. I am R, the guardian here." The old man's voice was hoarse and magnetic, and every word seemed to contain power.

"Are you the one who gave us the letter?" He Yuzhu stepped forward and looked directly at the old man without any fear.

"That's right. I have been observing you for a long time, and the qualities you have demonstrated are exactly what this world needs. But true power can only be awakened after going through tests." R slowly spread his arms, and strange energy fluctuations suddenly surged in the ruins.

"Test? What kind of test?" He Yuzhu gripped his sword tightly, ready to meet any challenge.

The old man R smiled slightly and turned to look towards the sky. The setting sun seemed to be responding to his call. In the afterglow, ancient runes gradually appeared in the air, weaving into mysterious patterns.

"Look at the sky, children. When the last ray of sunlight disappears, the test will come."

The air around began to become heavy. The onlookers, whether they were curious villagers passing by or experienced explorers, were attracted by this sudden change. They stopped and whispered to each other.

"Look over there, what are those young people doing?" A traveler with a backpack pointed at He Yuzhu and his companions and whispered to his companions beside him.

"I don't know, but it feels like something unusual. That old man in black robe doesn't look like an ordinary person." The companion responded, eyes full of surprise.

"Yes, I heard that the ruins of the ancient city hide endless treasures and secrets, but can they really bear that weight?" An old man stroked his beard, his eyes filled with both expectation and worry.

As the last rays of sunset disappeared below the horizon, the entire ruins seemed to be wrapped in an invisible film, and the air was filled with an ancient and sacred atmosphere. Suddenly, the ground shook, and an ancient door slowly opened in the ruins. Behind the door was a dark and deep passage, like the entrance to another world.

"Go in, travelers. Remember, every test is a test of your character. Only the purest will and the strongest determination can allow you to find the true answer~1." R's voice echoed in the ruins, and he stepped back a few steps to make way.

"Let's go!" He Yuzhu took the lead and stepped into the unknown darkness, and the rest of the team members followed closely without any hesitation.

The light in the passage gradually brightened, a faint light provided by a strange fluorescent plant. With every step they took, murals depicting ancient battlefields, heroes fighting giant beasts appeared on the surrounding walls. Each scene was lifelike, as if telling a piece of dusty history.

"These paintings seem to be telling us something..." Leah said softly, her fingers gently touching the murals, as if

You can feel the power contained in it.

"Yes, history always guides those who come after us in its own unique way." He Yuzhu thought thoughtfully, "Perhaps this is the answer we are looking for."

Just as they were immersed in the story on the mural, the road ahead suddenly opened up, and a huge circular arena appeared before them. In the center stood a stone tablet with a line of ancient text engraved on it: "True power lies in protection rather than conquest."

"It seems that our first test is to understand the true meaning of this sentence." He Yuzhu stared at the stone tablet, with determination flashing in his eyes.

"Protect rather than conquer..." He Yuzhu repeated this sentence, and an unprecedented enlightenment surged in his heart, "Isn't what we pursue to protect this world and help those in need?"

At this moment, several phantoms suddenly appeared around the arena, some holding sharp blades, some harnessing the power of elements, and attacked He Yuzhu and his party. However, this time, they did not choose to fight directly, but used wisdom and courage to resolve the phantom's offensive, showing their deep understanding of "guardianship".

After the battle, the stone tablet in the center of the arena (Wang Ma Zhao) shone brightly, turning into a brilliant beam of light that surrounded them. When the light faded, they found themselves back at the entrance of the ancient city ruins, and the old man R was looking at them with a smile.

"Well done, travelers. You have proven your understanding and growth." R's voice was full of praise, and his deep eyes seemed to be able to see through people's hearts. "But remember, the real journey has just begun. There are more challenges waiting for you in the world outside."

"Thank you for your guidance, Mr. R." He Yuzhu walked forward and bowed deeply, "We will continue to move forward and pass on this power of protection to more people."

"Go ahead. The future belongs to those who dare to explore and dream." R waved his hand and his figure gradually faded into the night, leaving only a few words echoing above the ruins, "Remember, no matter when and where, faith and courage are your most precious wealth."

After watching R leave, He Yuzhu and his group smiled at each other, their hearts filled with unprecedented determination and hope. Turning to leave the ruins of the ancient city, they set out on their journey again, and this time, their steps were more steady and their eyes were brighter.

"Captain, where are we going next?" He Yuzhu put away his bow and arrow, his eyes flashing with desire for new challenges.

"I think we, 677, should go to those forgotten corners and help those who are still struggling in misery." He Yuzhu looked into the distance, and he already had a direction in his mind. "Perhaps, that is also the way for us to find more 'treasures'."

"It sounds like a new adventure!" Leah smiled brightly, and her optimism infected everyone.

"That's right, and this time, we have something more." He Yuzhu took out an ancient fragment from the ruins of the ancient city. It was engraved with ancient texts similar to those on the stone tablet. "This may be the key to unlocking more secrets."

"Captain, you always bring us surprises!" He Yuzhu's teammates gathered around, full of curiosity about the fragment.

As they were discussing their next plan, a passing businessman overheard their conversation.

He stopped and interrupted with a surprised look on his face: "That fragment... I seem to have seen something similar somewhere! In a hidden village in the east, there is an ancient legend that there are seven such fragments. Gathering them can awaken the sleeping guardian god and bring peace and prosperity."

The businessman's words stunned everyone, and then they were incredibly excited.

"Seven fragments...Guardian..." He Yuzhu muttered to himself, with a gleam in his eyes, "This may be our next target!"

"It seems that our journey is more exciting than we imagined!" He Yuzhu laughed and patted He Yuzhu on the shoulder. Others also nodded, their eyes full of longing for the future.

"Then let us head eastwards to find the remaining fragments and uncover the truth of the ancient legend!" He Yuzhu announced loudly, his voice full of determination and passion.