Chapter 147: Lin Xiao's Gamble on Fate
After a thrilling escape from the temple, Lin Xiao and Mo Yu stepped into this bustling town. The sun shone like gold on the ancient stone road, casting patches of mottled and blurred light and shadow. There were shops on both sides of the street, and the colorful signs swayed gently in the breeze. The crowd surged like a tide, and the noise, laughter, and shouting intertwined into a unique movement.
Lin Xiao opened her eyes wide and looked around curiously, like a bird just out of a cage, full of curiosity and anticipation for this new world. "Wow, this place is so lively! It feels like I have traveled to an ancient commercial street." She murmured excitedly, the corners of her mouth unconsciously raised, revealing two cute little canine teeth.
Mo Yu seemed particularly alert, his eyes were as sharp as a hawk, he quickly shuttled through the crowd, not letting go of any suspicious figure. His frown seemed to tell of his inner uneasiness and vigilance.
At this moment, a mysterious old man in a black robe suddenly appeared in front of them. The old man's face was deeply wrinkled by the years, like ravines, but his eyes were deep and mysterious, as if hiding endless secrets.
"Young man, your destiny is about to usher in a major turning point." The old man's voice was low and hoarse, like a call from ancient times, carrying an indescribable pressure.
Lin Xiao widened her eyes in disbelief, "What? Grandpa, don't fool me! It's 2024, and you're still talking about this weird stuff." She put her hands on her hips, pouted her lips, and her face was full of suspicion and disdain.
Mo Yu frowned slightly and asked respectfully: "Senior, what do you mean? I hope you can explain it clearly." His tone was full of awe and inquiry.
The old man smiled mysteriously, as if he could see through everything. "Follow me." After saying that, he turned and walked towards a remote alley.
Lin Xiao and Mo Yu looked at each other, hesitated for a moment, and finally followed. The alley was filled with an old atmosphere, moss grew wantonly in the corners, and the stone road was covered with traces of time.
"In this world, there is a huge secret hidden, and you are the key to unlocking this secret." The old man said slowly, his voice echoing in the narrow alley.
Lin Xiao curled her lips and muttered, "Can you stop keeping me in suspense? Just say whatever you want to say." She kicked the stones under her feet impatiently.
At this moment, a group of men in black suddenly rushed out like ghosts and surrounded them in an instant. The faces of the men in black were grim, and their eyes were fierce and resolute.
"Hmph, don't think you can get the secret easily!" The leader of the men in black sneered. His voice seemed to come from the abyss of hell, making people shudder.
Mo Yu drew his sword instantly, his eyes became extremely sharp, "Lin Xiao, be careful!" His voice was firm and steady, like a general on the battlefield.
Lin Xiao was not to be outdone, and quickly assumed a fighting stance, with a determined light in his eyes, "Hmph, come on, who's afraid of who!"
A fierce battle broke out instantly. Mo Yu's sword flashed coldly in the sun, and every move was extremely sharp. The sword wind whistled and brought up gusts of air. His posture was agile and his movements were smooth, as if he had merged with the sword.
"Look at my invincible swordsmanship!" Mo Yu shouted loudly, and the sword shadows were like weaving, forcing the man in black to retreat again and again.
Lin Xiao dodged the attacks of the men in black flexibly. She was like an agile deer, moving freely among the crowd, sometimes dodging the attacks and sometimes kicking the enemies.
"Oh, you guys are so annoying!" Lin Xiao shouted, with beads of sweat on his forehead.
Just as they were gradually gaining the upper hand, the situation suddenly took an unexpected turn. The seemingly neutral old man took advantage of Mo Yu's unpreparedness and attacked him. Mo Yu was caught off guard and fell to the ground, his clothes stained with blood.
"You!" Lin Xiao glared at the old man angrily, her eyes seemed to be spewing fire, "You despicable villain!" Her voice trembled with anger.
The old man laughed loudly, and the laughter echoed in the alley, sounding particularly harsh. "This is a trick of fate, hahahaha!"
Lin Xiao looked at the injured Mo Yu, her heart filled with anger and worry. Her eyes were red and tears were rolling in her eyes, but she tried hard not to let the tears fall.
"I won't let you succeed!" Lin Xiao roared, emitting a powerful aura. Her hair fluttered in the wind like a burning flame.
At this critical moment, a mysterious light descended from the sky. In the light, a figure loomed...