The End of the World: Chaos

"Thousands of soul threads..." Yang Yi murmured to himself, concentrating on watching, feeling melancholy. This method might help him find clues to the soul gem, which ignited a glimmer of hope in his heart.

Just as he was about to fall into deep thought, the air suddenly stagnated, and then a vague figure emerged from the shadows. It was his loyal friend, Lily.

"Yang Yi, what are you studying here?" Lily's voice was like a trickle of water, revealing a hint of mystery, breaking the silence in the room.

"I got a dark book, which contains many secrets of the soul." Yang Yi raised his head, his eyes flashing with courage. He and Lily have a deep friendship and know that she is quite accomplished in the field of soul.

"The Book of Darkness? How can it be an ordinary thing? Do you know its origin?" Lily frowned slightly, with worry on her face.

"This is not the point. The content is important. If I can master the 'Thousand Soul Threads', I may be able to find the location of the Soul Gem." Yang Yi's eyes were firm and his tone was unquestionable.

"You must be careful. This kind of black magic often carries great risks." Lily became more nervous and took a few steps forward. She peeked at the description of the magic through the pages of the book, and her face became more solemn. "'Thousand Soul Threads' is not a spell that can be cast easily. It requires one's own soul to guide it. The danger is self-evident!"

"I know, but time is running out. The trace of the Soul Gem is becoming increasingly vague, and I need to do something." Yang Yi's tone was firm and resolute.

"Yang Yi!" Lily's voice was loud, and her brows were filled with undisguised nervousness. "If you insist on casting the spell, I will be powerless to stop you, but at least let me lend you a hand. I can provide you with mental support to ensure that you can stretch your control better when casting the spell."

Yang Yi felt deeply warmed, like the dawn in the dark night. "Thank you, Lily. Your help is a solid backing for my journey." He smiled slightly, and a heavy stone in his heart was lifted.

"We need to study the secrets of this spell in detail." Lily turned the pages of the book and began to read the extremely complex spell carefully.

The two of them read through the book quietly, exchanging a few whispers from time to time. Time passed quietly until Lily finally stopped, her lips slightly raised, "I understand. This spell is cast through the soul bond between you and the soul thread, but when casting the spell, you may feel extreme pain and weakness. This method will try to draw energy from your soul."

"Therefore, I must prepare myself mentally." Yang Yi closed his eyes to feel the fluctuations in his heart, and his heart couldn't help but tighten.

"Before casting the spell, I need to protect you." Lily gently placed her hand on Yang Yi's shoulder. A faint blue light shone from her fingertips, surrounding Yang Yi. "This is a way to enhance your mental strength, so that you can be more clear-headed when casting the spell."

As Lily's spiritual power gradually poured in, Yang Yi felt her warmth flowing, as if every moment it was influencing his determination and will, making him more resolute in his heart.

"Everything is ready, let's start quickly." Lily put down her hand, her eyes bright and full of anticipation.

Yang Yi took a deep breath, his heart was made up. He slowly relaxed his body, clasped his hands together, closed his eyes, and began to chant the mantra of "Thousand Soul Threads".

Before he could finish his words, the atmosphere in the room suddenly distorted, the soul breath in the air was drawn away, and the light around him gradually dimmed, as if the entire space was quietly listening to his call.

"Thousands of soul threads, sorrow and desire intertwined, I wish my spirit can be connected with the hearts of those who know!" Yang Yi's voice gradually became louder, like a sudden strong wind, stirring up a storm of spiritual power.

In an instant, countless soul threads appeared all around, as ethereal as dreams and illusions, blurry human figures either laughing or wailing, noisy and intertwined, as if wandering in the void.

"Stay focused, Yang Yi! Don't be distracted!" Lily's voice penetrated the layers of fog like the light of a lighthouse, giving him a little strength.

However, as the spell became more profound, Yang Yi's soul seemed to be tightly bound by an invisible force. The fear and pain in his heart intertwined and hit him in an instant. He was almost suffocated, his body trembled slightly, and his consciousness began to blur.

"Don't give up! You can do it!" Lily's voice was like a pillar of strength, pulling him back to reality.

"I... will never give up!" Yang Yi said silently in his heart, forcing himself to return to a focused state.

At this moment, a dazzling golden light emerged from the soul thread, reflecting a tiny gem, lying quietly in the void. Yang Yi's heart was shocked, and he really found the light of hope in the darkness.

"This is the Soul Gem!" Yang Yi's heart was surging, and he quickly focused his thoughts on the ball of light, trying to bring it into reality.

However, the distortion of the soul thread suddenly intensified, and many souls rushed towards him, as if resisting his attempt. Yang Yi felt the invisible oppression and almost suffocated.

"Never give up!" Lily's voice became the pillar of his heart. Yang Yi gritted his teeth and rushed towards the light with all his strength.

"I can do it!" he roared, and all his strength gathered in the ball of light in an instant.

At this moment, the soul threads surged like the tide, and thousands of phantoms seemed to deal a heavy blow to his soul, but his determination had already been as strong as steel.

"I will find the Soul Gem!" Yang Yi shouted in his heart. The power in his body surged violently and his will reached its peak in an instant.

Finally, he grasped the gem, and the golden light enveloped him like a blooming flower. The powerful force of the Soul Gem surged into his mind like a huge wave, bringing him an incomparable feeling.

"I succeeded... I actually succeeded!" Yang Yi cheered in his heart. His whole body seemed to float without gravity, with only the warmth of the soul gem surrounding him.

Then, the surrounding souls instantly dissipated, and the darkness and oppression seemed to recede with the tide, returning to the tranquil ocean, and all things revived.

"Yang Yi, quickly collect it, and don't show this power to others." Lily reminded softly

"I understand. Thank you, Lily." Yang Yi smiled.

Then, he carefully put away the soul gem, and the room returned to silence.

"We must be more cautious on the road ahead." Lily said softly, with a serious expression, "The power of the Soul Gem is beyond my control. Its potential may cause greater fluctuations."

"I understand." Yang Yi nodded affirmatively, with a determined light in his eyes.