Chapter 3: A Promise in a Fantasy World: Lin Xiao and Mo Yu's Amazing Adventure
Lin Xiao walked into the mysterious forest with light but slightly cautious steps. The sunlight was like fine golden sand, shining through the layers of leaves and dappled on her body. She hummed a popular ditty, and the basket in her hand was filled with freshly picked herbs, with crystal dewdrops hanging on the green leaves.
"Although this broken place is a bit weird, the scenery is pretty good. Maybe I can find some valuable treasures here!" Lin Xiao muttered to himself, his face filled with excitement and anticipation, his big eyes sparkling with curiosity.
Suddenly, a gust of wind came without warning, and the leaves were rustling, as if it was a terrifying movement played by nature. A huge, ferocious beast suddenly jumped out from the depths of the woods, and its sharp claws scratched deep marks on the ground, raising a cloud of dust.
"Oh my god, what the hell is this!" Lin Xiao was so frightened that her face turned pale. The basket in her hand fell off her hand and the herbs were scattered all over the floor. Her heart seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible big hand. Her breathing became rapid. Her legs seemed to be pressed down by lead blocks and she couldn't move at all. Her face turned pale in an instant, and her eyes were wide open, full of fear and panic.
At this critical moment, Mo Yu came quickly like a god of war descending from the sky. He was dressed in a black suit, his sleeves fluttering in the wind, and his upright figure was like a proud pine tree. His eyes were firm and resolute, as if no difficulty in the world could stop him.
"Little girl, don't be afraid!" Mo Yu's voice was loud and powerful, ringing in Lin Xiao's ears like a huge bell, instantly giving her a sense of security.
Lin Xiao glared at him fiercely and said stubbornly: "Humph, who's afraid? I'm just not ready." But her trembling voice and slightly shaking body still betrayed her inner fear.
Mo Yu smiled slightly, said no more, and went straight to the ferocious beast. His movements were as agile as a leopard, and the long sword in his hand flashed coldly in the sun, and every time he swung it, there was a whistling sound.
"Watch me!" Mo Yu shouted, and his whole body was like a flash of lightning, and in an instant he started a thrilling life-and-death fight with the beast.
Lin Xiao clenched his fists nervously, staring at the fierce battle without blinking, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
"Come on, come on!" She couldn't help but cheer for Mo Yu, her voice becoming a little sharp because of nervousness.
Mo Yu's figure was as fast as the wind, and his sword style was sharp. He fought with the beast for several rounds. The beast was not to be outdone, and it bared its fangs and claws, trying to give Mo Yu a fatal blow.
"Be careful!" Lin Xiao's voice was hoarse and his heart was in his throat.
After a thrilling fight, Mo Yu finally found the right time and stabbed the beast's vitals with a sword, successfully subduing it. His forehead was covered with beads of sweat, which slid down his cheeks, but his eyes were still firm and sharp.
"What do you think, little girl? Am I awesome?" Mo Yu looked at Lin Xiao teasingly, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a confident smile.
Lin Xiao rolled her eyes at him and said, "Hmph, it's just so-so. But thank you anyway." Although her words were harsh, her eyes revealed a hint of admiration and gratitude.
The two smiled at each other, and a subtle and warm atmosphere filled the air.
At this moment, a dull thunder suddenly came from the sky, and the originally clear sky was instantly covered by dark clouds, as if a huge black curtain was slowly drawn down.
"What's going on? How come the situation changed so suddenly?" Lin Xiao looked up in surprise, his mouth wide open.
Mo Yu's expression became serious, his brows furrowed, and he said, "I'm afraid there's trouble."
Before he finished speaking, a strange light descended from the dark clouds, and a mysterious figure vaguely appeared in the light. The figure was surrounded by light, and his face could not be seen clearly, but he exuded a powerful and mysterious aura.
"Who is this again? It won't be another big trouble, right?" Lin Xiao's voice was full of confusion and nervousness, and his hands unconsciously clutched the corners of his clothes tightly.
Mo Yu protected Lin Xiao behind him and whispered, "Be careful! No matter who comes, we must be careful."
The mysterious figure gradually became clear, and it turned out to be an old man in strange clothes, with gray hair, fluttering beard, and deep and mysterious eyes.
"You two little kids have trespassed into a place you shouldn't be in." The old man's voice was low and hoarse, as if it came from ancient times, with an unquestionable majesty.
Lin Xiao couldn't help but retort: "This is not your house, why can't we come? We didn't do it on purpose!" Her little face turned red, and her eyes were full of stubbornness and unwillingness to accept.
The old man sneered and said, "You ignorant girl, there are countless dangers and secrets hidden here, how can you easily get involved?"
Mo Yu took a step forward and said respectfully, "Senior, please explain. We have no intention of offending you. We just happened to be here."
The old man glanced at Mo Yu and said slowly: "This forest is an ancient relic, containing powerful power and mysterious magic weapons. But at the same time, there are countless traps and evil existences. If you want to know more, you have to pass my test."
Lin Xiao's eyes widened and he said, "What kind of test is this? Don't be so mysterious! We are not afraid!"
The old man waved his hand, and a powerful force came towards them like a violent storm.
Can Mo Yu and Lin Xiao pass the test? What is the purpose of this mysterious old man? What earth-shattering secrets are hidden in the mountains and forests? Where will their fate go?