Chapter 56: The Fateful Choices of Lin Xiao and Mo Yu
Lin Xiao and Mo Yu stood side by side in front of the ancient, mysterious castle that exuded a strange atmosphere. The setting sun was like blood, stretching their figures to be slender and lonely. The wind blew gently, ruffling Lin Xiao's hair. Her beautiful face was filled with a complex expression at the moment, with both fear of the unknown and firm determination.
Mo Yu turned his head, his deep eyes were full of concern and worry, his voice was gentle but trembling: "Xiao'er, this castle is like a huge mystery, and there may be unimaginable dangers hidden inside. Once we step in, everything will be unpredictable. Are you really prepared?"
Lin Xiao took a deep breath, clenched his hands into fists, and his eyes flashed with stubbornness and courage: "Mo Yu, I'm not afraid! We have been through so many ups and downs, what does this matter? I believe that as long as we work together, we will be able to uncover all the secrets."
Mo Yu nodded slightly, holding her hand tightly, giving her strength and support: "Okay, then we will be together, no matter life or death, we will never leave each other."
They slowly pushed open the heavy door that smelled of decay. It creaked, as if it was a sigh from ancient times. An old, pungent smell hit them in the face. Lin Xiao couldn't help but cough a few times, frowning and complaining, "Oh my god, what's this smell? It feels like walking into a thousand-year-old tomb. It's so stinking!"
Mo Yu carefully protected her, raised the sword in his hand slightly, and observed the surroundings vigilantly, and said softly: "Be careful, Xiao'er, there may be something hidden in the dark."
The hall was dark and damp, and the torches on the wall flickered, illuminating only a small area. Lin Xiao followed Mo Yu carefully, his heart beating like a drum.
Suddenly, a sinister laughter echoed in the hall. The laughter seemed to come from the depths of hell, making people shudder.
"Hahahaha, you guys are finally here!"
Lin Xiao and Mo Yu stopped instantly, standing back to back, their eyes full of vigilance and fear.
A dark figure slowly walked out of the darkness, his figure was blurry and his face could not be seen clearly. All that could be heard was his low and hoarse voice, which seemed to carry endless resentment: "If you want to know the truth, you have to pass my test."
Lin Xiao took a step forward and shouted fearlessly, "What kind of test is this? Stop being so mysterious. If you have the ability, show it now!"
The shadow sneered, and his voice echoed in the empty hall: "There are three rooms in this castle, representing the past, present, and future. You can only choose one to enter, and your life and death are at your own risk. Remember, once you make a choice, there is no turning back."
Lin Xiao was stunned and turned to look at Mo Yu, his eyes full of confusion and hesitation.
Mo Yu pondered for a moment, then said with a firm gaze: "Xiao'er, we choose the future. I believe that the future is in our own hands."
Lin Xiao hesitated for a moment, bit his lip, and finally nodded: "Okay, then I'll listen to you."
When they walked into the future room, a mysterious mist instantly filled the air. Lin Xiao walked carefully, every step full of vigilance.
Suddenly, her feet were empty and Lin Xiao fell down. "Ah!" She screamed in fear, and her voice echoed in the room.
Mo Yu was quick to grab her hand, with the veins on his arm bulging: "Don't be afraid, Xiao'er, I'm here!"
Lin Xiao's heartbeat accelerated rapidly, and his forehead was covered with cold sweat: "Mo Yu, I'm so scared!"
Mo Yu held her tightly and pulled her up slowly: "It's okay, Xiao'er, let's keep going."
As they continued to move forward, they saw strange pictures appearing in the room. In some pictures, they lived happily together with children and grandchildren; in some pictures, they were separated by life and death in a fierce battle.
Lin Xiao's tears welled up in her eyes, and she said in a trembling voice: "Mo Yu, what is going on? Why is there such a scene?"
Mo Yu hugged her tightly and comforted her: "Xiao'er, don't worry about it. This may just be an illusion that confuses us."
At this moment, the picture suddenly disappeared and the room fell into darkness again.
A cold and ruthless voice sounded: "You made the wrong choice. Now, you will be trapped here forever."
Lin Xiao's eyes widened, he couldn't believe his ears, and he shouted in despair: "No, this is impossible! How could we make the wrong choice?"
Mo Yu was not panicked at all, and said calmly: "Don't panic, Xiao'er, there must be a way out."
They began to grope in the darkness, looking for any possible clues and exits.
Lin Xiao's hand accidentally touched a cold object, and she screamed: "Ah! What is this?"
Mo Yu hurried over and found that it was an ancient mechanism button.
Mo Yu hesitated for a moment and said, "Xiao'er, maybe this is the key to our escape."
Lin Xiao gritted his teeth and said, "Never mind, just press it and try!"
Mo Yu pressed the button, and instantly, a huge roar was heard in the room, the walls began to move, and a hidden door slowly appeared.
They walked into the door with hope, only to find that inside was a more mysterious and dangerous place.
Can Lin Xiao and Mo Yu find a way to escape? What kind of shocking secrets does this mysterious castle hide? And what will be their fate?