Douluo Continent: Dragon Shadow Rebirth

The beam of light emitted by the crystal shot straight to the ceiling of the cave, instantly illuminating the entire space. Zhang Meng stared at the light intently: "Wow, this beam of light is really spectacular! Is it going to send us to another world?"

"Are you planning to sleepwalk?" Ye Li couldn't help but laugh. "Anyway, we'd better stay alert."

"I think this beam of light should be able to open a secret passage." Qin Feng covered his eyes with his hands, trying to see the source of the beam of light. "We have to be careful."

"I accidentally poked the crystal with my sword again. What an accident!" Zhang Meng complained, trying to shift the blame to something else. "This crystal is too rebellious. I was just curious!"

"Curiosity kills the cat, but curiosity can also lead you into a trap." Chu Tian teased, "Don't mess around this time."

As everyone was discussing, the light column suddenly emitted a lightning-like energy wave, and the entire cave shook even more violently. The reliefs on the wall began to shake, as if responding to the energy of the light column.

"Quick, everyone step back!" Qin Feng yelled as he pulled several people apart.

"Why are you pulling me? I can walk by myself!" Zhang Meng struggled in dissatisfaction, but was dragged to a safe place by Qin Feng.

"Do you think I want to pull you? This is to protect your brain!" Qin Feng said while staring at the light column intently.

Suddenly, a shadowy figure emerged from the light column, like an ancient guardian wrapped in energy. Everyone was stunned and even forgot to speak.

"This...what is this?" Chu Tian asked stutteringly.

"It looks like the guardian's phantom." Ye Li whispered, "Is it trying to give us some hint?"

The hazy shadow slowly spoke, his voice low and majestic: "Brave ones, welcome to the heart of the ruins. Only through sincerity and courage can you gain mysterious power."

"Damn it! It's another mind game." Zhang Meng curled his lips, "Who are you looking for sincerity and courage?"

"Can you be serious?" Ye Li glared at him fiercely, "They are giving us a chance!"

"What opportunity?" Chu Tian couldn't help asking, "What do you want to say?"

The guardian continued, "You must complete three tests. Only by passing the tests can you obtain the key to the door of power."

"It sounds like a lot of trouble." Zhang Meng frowned. "We just wanted to explore, but we didn't expect to go through such a test."

"Don't be afraid, Brother Meng, we will definitely pass it!" Ye Li encouraged slightly, "These tests shouldn't be too difficult."

"I hope so." Qin Feng thought for a moment and asked, "Excuse me, what is the content of the test?"

The guardian's figure gradually became clear: "The first test is the test of the heart. You must find the truest belief in your heart within one minute."

"Trial of the Heart? What the hell is this?" Zhang Meng muttered, "My belief is to kill monsters and level up!"

"No time to think, go!" Ye Li pushed him, "We have to complete the first test first!"

"Okay, okay, let me try!" Zhang Meng walked towards the light column helplessly, closed his eyes, and tried to find the faith deep in his heart.

"Are you sure you don't need to fight monsters?" Chu Tian couldn't help but ask.

"Don't disturb me!" Zhang Meng said seriously, "I'm looking for my spiritual guidance!"

After a while, the beam of light gradually dimmed. Zhang Meng opened his eyes, looking confused: "I seem to have found something, but I'm a little confused."

"Hurry up and tell me!" Ye Li urged.

"I remembered my childhood dream of being a hero and protecting the people around me!" Zhang Meng said passionately, "Just like me now!"

"Good job!" Chu Tian applauded him, "You found your own belief!"

"What's next?" Zhang Meng breathed a sigh of relief and looked forward to the next test.

The Guardian's phantom nodded. "You have passed the first test. Next is the test of intelligence. You must solve the riddle I posed."

"Riddle? That's no problem for me!" Zhang Meng was full of confidence.

"I'm not sure." Chu Tian was a little worried, "Are you sure you can answer it?"

"As long as it's not too difficult!" Zhang Meng shrugged. "Come on, give me some questions!"

The guardian continued, "Listen carefully: there is one thing that becomes less and less the more you use it. What is it?"

"Oh, simple! It's the mouth!" Zhang Meng blurted out.

"Did I make it too simple?" Ye Li didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

"Another difficult one." Zhang Meng raised his chin, "I promise I can answer it right this time!"

The guardian frowned, as if thinking, and then continued: "Second riddle: I have many eyes, but I can't see. Do you know what I am?"

"Many eyes can't see it..." Zhang Meng fell into deep thought, "Could it be... dice?"

"I think your guess is correct," said the guardian, "but the answer is potatoes."

"Potatoes?!" several people exclaimed in unison.

"How do you want me to know that potatoes have eyes?" Zhang Meng curled his lips, "This is such a strange riddle."

"This question is not difficult, Brother Meng, you know it." Chu Tian looked helpless.

"So what's the next test?" Ye Li asked quickly.

The guardian's figure flickered. "The last test is a challenge of courage. You must walk out of this ruin within ten minutes to obtain the key to the Gate of Power."

"Get out of this ruins? Easy!" Zhang Meng said optimistically, "I love adventure the most!"

"But there are still many traps ahead..." Ye Li was a little worried.

"I'll lead the way!" Zhang Meng walked in front with great enthusiasm.

"Remember to be careful!" Chu Tian followed closely behind, fearing that Zhang Meng would have another accident.

As they continued to move forward, the environment of the cave gradually changed, and various mechanisms and traps appeared on the walls.

"Wow, this is really challenging!" Zhang Meng said excitedly, "This test is going to be interesting!"

"I hope you can be serious." Ye Li said with a vigilant look.

At this moment, Zhang Meng was suddenly tripped by a hidden mechanism, thrown out in an instant, and fell into a deep pit.

"Another pit!" Zhang Meng shouted, "Is this a trap? I just told you to be careful!"

"Zhang Meng, you fell again!" Chu Tian said with a wry smile, "Why are you always so unlucky?"

"There are too many traps in this place!" Zhang Meng shook his head and tried to get up, "I just want to lead everyone to find the exit!"

"Hurry up, time is running out!" Qin Feng urged, "We must speed up."

"It's okay, I can act independently!" Zhang Meng waved his hand and prepared to climb up again, "Wait for me!"

The few of them tried to stay calm and continued to move forward, finally reaching a huge corner.

"There's a small door here, let's go!" Zhang Meng rushed to the front, pushed open the small door, his face full of anticipation.

However, behind the door was a completely different space, filled with shining crystals and exotic plants.

"Wow, it's so beautiful here!" Zhang Meng couldn't help but exclaim in amazement, looking around intently.

"Be careful, don't let your guard down!" Qin Feng said as he pulled him back.

"I think the crystal here may be the key to opening the door of power!" Ye Li said, her eyes sparkling, "We must observe carefully!"

At this moment, the crystal emitted a faint light, and the entire space was suddenly illuminated. Several people looked at each other, feeling a little nervous.

"Are you ready?" Qin Feng asked.

"I'm ready!" Zhang Meng was eager to try and ready to take action.

"Okay, then let's go together!" Chu Tian took a deep breath and followed Zhang Meng closely.

"Let's go!" they shouted in unison, stepping into the mysterious light, looking forward to the challenges and discoveries that will follow.

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The subsequent exploration will reveal more unknown secrets and challenges!