Chapter 26: Chapter 26: The Trial of the Soul and the Waves of Destiny
The four of them stepped into the rotating beam of light, as if instantly drawn into a brilliant and crazy dream. The dazzling starlight is like the skilled hands of a sculptor, gradually outlining different contours of their souls. The figures of the four gradually began to differentiate into their own different trajectories in the starry sea. As the light flickered, time and space intertwined, and the breath changed, as if pulling their souls towards the edge of the unknown.
Keep your heart firm! "Li Xuan shouted at this moment. His voice became blurred in the beam of light, but still penetrated through the numerous illusions, creating a wave of memories and emotions.
However, deep within the beam of light, an image slowly emerged, which was the deepest fear and longing in their respective hearts.
Four people were projected into different illusions, and the starlight around them became cold, as if the most beautiful memories in their hearts had been shattered into light and shadow, gradually pushing them towards the abyss.
In front of Li Xuan, past comrades appeared in a phantom, their faces familiar but gradually fading away. Their figures that cut through the sky now turned into intangible bubbles and dispersed with the wind.
How hopeful we are! "Li Xuan seemed to hear their cries again. The heroic spirit that once fought side by side was now torn apart by the ruthless reality." Why did you choose to move forward alone
I... I just wanted to protect you... "Li Xuan's voice trembled as he tried to go against the current but found himself heavily locked. I want to become stronger in order to protect everything
In a daze, the comrades in the illusion gradually coalesced, and everyone's gaze converged on Li Xuan. They were no longer spirited companions, but lost souls crushed by fate. They looked at him with sadness, as if accusing him of his choices.
If that's true, please let me go and pursue my own destiny instead of being your shield! "Their voices fell low, turning into faint cries of sorrow. Li Xuan's heart was instantly filled with self blame and doubt, and his inner resilience turned into wavering in an instant.
In the distance, Qingluan was also swept up in a nightmare, her phantom manifested as the family she once loved. The loving gaze of her parents made her feel warm, but beneath the surface of warmth, there was an indescribable pain.
Qingluan! We have always believed that you will inherit the glory of the family and make our bloodline last forever! "Her father smiled, his words filled with anticipation for the future.
Qingluan was moved by the beauty of this moment to the point of losing consciousness, but her heart also felt a faint pain. Deep down in her heart, there was already a fear of responsibility and pressure on her family's expectations.
But she knew that she longed for freedom, longing to break free from the shackles of bondage, that beautiful bondage that would push her soul in the opposite direction. She wanted to regain her dream, but struggled desperately in the illusion, unable to pull out the fear rooted in her heart.
Why can't I live for myself? "Qingluan finally couldn't help but shout, her voice sounding like breaking through the sky, and the illusion began to fade away. But behind her, cold and ruthless faces appeared, and the responsibilities and burdens she had once refused to face were firmly tied to her like ropes.
We are also a part of the responsibility, "a low voice echoed in her ears, as if heavy shackles were bending down and approaching her soul.
At the same time, Feng Chen's figure hovered in a phantom on the other side, facing the once supreme swordsmanship that he regarded as deeply rooted in dreamlike swordsmanship and techniques, yet harboring endless doubts.
Fengchen, I hope you can continue to pursue the pinnacle of swordsmanship! "The clear voice clearly came from his master a few years ago, with emphasis and expectation in the tone.
Yes, I want to become a stronger version of myself! "Feng Chen felt a resonance in his soul at this moment, and his inner desire was confirmed.
But when he tried to take a step forward, he found that those swordsmanship techniques surrounded him like thorns, piercing his soul. That is an intangible constraint that prevents him from becoming the swordsmanship master he aspires to be.
Can you bear the radiance of the other shore? That's the price of loneliness. "In the illusion, the master's words were like ice piercing his muscles, making him feel uneasy.
Feng Chen's heart churned, and strong self doubt surged like a tide. Behind loneliness and success lies endless trekking and exploration. Is the peak he pursues worth sacrificing everything for himself?
At the same time, on the other side of the darkness, Su Yao's phantom revealed a colorful forest scene, reflecting her gentle face. She seemed to be surrounded by countless petals, but beneath that prosperity lay the wounds of her soul that she had not yet uncovered.
Suyao, you are the pride of the family. You must lead this family to glory and sacrifice everything for hope! "A vague but familiar figure whispered in her ear, seemingly her relative.
I know, I want to prove myself, I can do it... "Su Yao's voice trembled, like a faint candlelight trembling in the wind.
But at this moment, the beautiful flower sea twisted and turned into thorns, attacking her weakest inner depths. She knew deeply that this responsibility was like a heavy burden, almost suffocating her, and could her soul bear such a weight?
You don't deserve all of this at all, your future has already been determined by others! "The voice sounded like a ghostly sound, and a piercing chill penetrated her heart.
Amidst the endless misunderstandings and conflicts, the four gradually lost themselves in their own illusions, as if their souls were facing the harshest judgment.
Friends, hold onto our beliefs! We cannot be entangled by this fantasy! "Li Xuan tried his best to connect the hearts of the four, but his words were no longer clear, as if he had crossed the endless years and merged into the depths of each person's heart.
I don't want to carry the expectations of others, I just want to walk out of everything! "Qingluan finally understood her choice in this moment, and the bond in her heart was almost overwhelming, but her gaze became incredibly firm. I will fight for myself
I'm the same! "Su Yao trembled slightly, but then responded with pleasure, her gaze becoming more determined." I choose to pursue the future I truly want
I don't want to bear the responsibility of loneliness anymore! I want to take steps and live a brilliant life! "Feng Chen also picked himself up, and the shock in his heart instantly dispelled the despair and loneliness in his soul.
Awakened by their steadfast beliefs, the four of them collided like raging beasts, composing their final cry. At this moment, the phantom shattered into countless dots of light, turning into brilliant streams of light that scattered around.
My soul is chosen by me, my future is decided by me! "At this moment, the voices of the four seemed to converge into an immensely magnificent melody, piercing through the thick fog and breaking through the cage of the soul.
As their self-awareness increased, the surrounding radiance flickered and converged into a magnificent ball of light, tightly enveloping them, as if carrying a powerful force together, ultimately attracting them one by one and pushing them towards the peak of radiance.
At this moment, a strong interconnection surged deep within the souls, and the beliefs of the four intertwined into an invisible web, instantly leaving their fears and pains behind and heading towards a more brilliant future.
At the moment when the radiance was completed, their hearts seemed to bloom with the most fervent hope, and the four figures were like giant stones in a storm, still standing in the vortex of radiance.
No matter what the future holds, there must always be light in our hearts! Let's walk hand in hand! "Li Xuan shouted, his faith burning like flames in his heart.
Immersed in that brilliant light, four souls, who were interdependent and full of courage, merged into one and together issued the call of their own destiny.
After crossing the radiance, their figures converged again, facing each other and feeling the warmth and sincerity in their hearts. This melted power, like a raging fire, dispelled all the gloom in their hearts.
No matter how difficult the road ahead may be, I am willing to travel with you to thousands of mountains and rivers! "The four of them stood hand in hand, facing their future destiny, with new cultivation waiting for them, and a new story about to unfold.
In the distant void, the aura of the black shadow still lurks, like a hidden beast in the abyss, quietly observing, and a more dangerous test is about to unveil the mysterious veil.