Grassroots Travel: The Star Lord of Another World

Chapter 406 The Light of Faith

The golden light gradually condensed, and the star guardian wearing golden armor, holding a spear in his hand, looked down at Gao Xingchen and Nan Li majestically, as if examining the determination of the two heirs.

“You desire to obtain the power to seal the God of Darkness, but power requires belief and will to match it.” The Star Guardian’s voice was loud and resonant in the valley. “Only by passing my test can you prove whether you are qualified to take on this responsibility.”

Gao Xingchen took a deep breath, his eyes determined, "We are ready, please start!"

Nan Li did not speak, but just clenched the dagger in his hand, with a cold murderous aura emanating from his body. However, this murderous aura was not directed at the guardian in front of him, but at the coming darkness.

The Star Guardian nodded slightly and pointed his spear. The runes around the altar suddenly shone brightly. Beams of light shot up into the sky and intertwined in the air to form a huge formation that enveloped Gao Xingchen and Nanli.

"This is..." Gao Xingchen felt a strong pressure coming, and the space around him seemed to be confined.

"Illusion test, face the fear deep in your heart." The voice of the Star Guardian echoed in the formation.

Gao Xingchen's eyes blurred and the scene around him changed instantly. He found himself in a blood-red wasteland. The sky was obscured by thick smoke and the air was filled with a disgusting smell of blood.

"This is..." Gao Xingchen looked around and felt an inexplicable fear in his heart.

"Brother!" A familiar voice called out. Gao Xingchen turned around suddenly and saw his sister Gao Yue lying in a pool of blood, dying.

"Xiaoyue!" Gao Xingchen rushed over frantically and hugged his sister in his arms, but his sister's body became colder and colder, and her life force gradually dissipated.

"Brother...save me..." Gao Yue stretched out her hand weakly, trying to grab Gao Xingchen, but her hand fell down weakly.

"No! Xiaoyue!" Gao Xingchen was heartbroken and roared to the sky, his voice full of despair and helplessness.

"Is this the fear deep in your heart? Being unable to protect the people you cherish?" The voice of the Star Guardian sounded in Gao Xingchen's ears, "If you can't overcome your fear, you will be trapped here forever!"

Gao Xingchen suddenly woke up. He knew it was an illusion, but the scene of his sister's tragic death deeply hurt his heart. He clenched his fists, his nails dug deep into his flesh, and blood flowed down his fingers.

"No, I can't be consumed by fear!" A determined light flashed in Gao Xingchen's eyes. He took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

"I want to become strong! I want to protect everything I cherish!" Gao Xingchen roared to the sky, his voice full of strength and determination.

As Gao Xingchen roared, the surrounding scenery began to collapse, the blood-red wasteland gradually disappeared, and was replaced by the original appearance of the altar.

Gao Xingchen suddenly opened his eyes and found himself still standing on the altar. Nan Li was beside him, looking at him solemnly.

"You succeeded." Nanli said, "You overcame the fear in your heart."

Gao Xingchen nodded slightly. He knew that this was only the first test, and there would be more severe challenges waiting for them. He looked at Nan Li with a firm look in his eyes, "We will face it together!"

Nan Li didn't say anything, but just nodded slightly. Their eyes met, and everything was said without words.

The illusion was broken, and Gao Xingchen and Nan Li's figures reappeared clearly on the altar. Gao Xingchen's face still had a trace of sadness, which was the trace left after facing his inner fear, but his eyes were more determined, like a sword tempered by fire, flashing a sharp light.

The Star Guardian had been observing all this quietly. He saw the fear in Gao Xingchen's eyes, and also saw his determination to overcome his fear. He knew that the young man in front of him was already qualified to inherit the power of the stars.

"Congratulations, young men, you have passed my test." The Star Guardian's voice was no longer as loud as before, but with a hint of relief. "You have proved yourself with your faith and courage. You are qualified to inherit the power of the stars and shoulder the responsibility of protecting the star field."

Gao Xingchen and Nan Li looked at each other, and both could feel the excitement and joy in each other's hearts. They had gone through countless hardships and tests along the way, but they had never given up hope and had never wavered in their faith in each other. And now, they had finally gained the recognition of the guardian and were about to obtain the key item to seal the God of Darkness.

The Star Guardian slowly raised the spear in his hand, and the golden light gathered at the tip of the spear, gradually forming an ancient key. The key exuded a soft light, and was engraved with complex runes, as if it contained infinite power.

"This is the Star Key. It can open the last shackles that seal the Dark God." The Star Guardian handed the key to Gao Xingchen, "Child, take it and complete your mission!"

Gao Xingchen took the Star Key with both hands, and felt a warm and powerful force passing from the key into his body, flowing through his limbs and bones. He seemed to be able to hear the whispers of the stars, feel the pulse of the star field, and an unprecedented power awakened in his body.

Nan Li, who was standing nearby, also felt this powerful force. She was surprised to find that the Star Key in Gao Xingchen's hand seemed to resonate with the star power in her body. A warm current surged from her heart and flowed to Gao Xingchen. The power of the two seemed to merge into one at this moment.

The Star Guardian looked at the scene and nodded with satisfaction. He knew that the Star Key had already chosen its master, and Gao Xingchen and Nan Li were the last hope of the Star Domain.

"Children, go and fulfill your mission. The fate of the star field is in your hands." The voice of the Star Guardian gradually faded away, and his figure gradually became transparent, and finally turned into starlight and dissipated into the air.

Gao Xingchen and Nan Li hold the Star Key in their hands, their hearts filled with strength and hope. They know that they are about to face a more arduous battle, but they are ready. In order to protect the star field and the people they love, they will fight to the end without hesitation.

The two smiled at each other, turned around and walked out of the altar, ready to leave the Star Ruins and face the final battle. The altar behind them gradually fell into silence as the Star Guardian disappeared, as if quietly waiting for their triumphant return.

Walking out of the altar, the bright sunshine shone on Gao Xingchen and Nan Li's faces, dispelling the coldness in the ruins. They held the Key of the Stars in their hands, their hearts filled with hope and strength, as if the fate of the entire star field was in their hands.

"We succeeded!" Gao Xingchen said to Nan Li excitedly, with a determined light in his eyes, "With the Key of the Stars, we can seal the God of Darkness and protect the peace of the Star Domain!"

Nan Li also showed a relieved smile and nodded gently, but there was still a trace of worry in her eyes, "Xingchen, we can't take it lightly. Since the mysterious organization knows the existence of the Xingchen ruins, they will definitely not let us leave easily."

Gao Xingchen restrained his smile and nodded solemnly, "You are right, we must always remain vigilant."

They walked cautiously along the path they had taken, and the surrounding scenery gradually changed from ancient ruins to dense forests. The sun shone through the gaps between the leaves, creating mottled shadows on the ground, and the air was filled with the scent of soil and grass. Everything seemed so quiet and peaceful, in stark contrast to the solemn atmosphere in the ruins.

However, this tranquility did not last long.

"Who is it?!" Gao Xingchen suddenly felt a powerful aura approaching quickly. He grabbed Nan Li and hid behind a thick tree.

Almost at the same time, several black shadows descended from the sky and surrounded them. These men in black were calm, with sharp eyes and sharp weapons in their hands. They were obviously well-trained killers.

"Hand over the Star Key!" The leading man in black spoke in a cold tone, with greed flashing in his eyes.

"Hmph, if you want the Star Key, it depends on whether you have the ability!" Gao Xingchen snorted coldly. The Star Key in his hand emitted a dazzling golden light. The powerful power of the stars burst out instantly, and the surrounding men in black were pushed back several steps.

"What a powerful force!" The men in black were shocked, but they did not retreat. Instead, they became more excited, their eyes filled with greed and fighting spirit.

A fierce battle was inevitable. Gao Xingchen and Nan Li stood back to back, watching the enemies around them vigilantly. They knew that they must not take it lightly in the face of these well-trained killers.

"Lier, let's fight side by side!" There was a determined light flashing in Gao Xingchen's eyes. The Star Key seemed to turn into a sharp sword in his hand, exuding an indestructible power.

"Okay!" Nanli nodded, the dagger in her hand also shone with a cold light, she was ready for battle.

The battle was about to start, and the men in black came like a tide. Gao Xingchen and Nan Li used the power of the Star Key to repel the enemy again and again. However, the men in black seemed endless, and Gao Xingchen and Nan Li gradually felt a little overwhelmed.

"We can't go on like this, we must break out as soon as possible!" Gao Xingchen was anxiously thinking about countermeasures while resisting the attacks of the men in black.

At this moment, he suddenly felt a strong fluctuation coming from the Star Key, as if guiding him. Gao Xingchen's mind moved, and he injected the power of the stars into the Star Key. A dazzling light shot up into the sky, blowing away all the black-clothed men around him.

"Now, let's go!" Gao Xingchen took Nan Li's hand and ran in the direction indicated by the light.

The men in black were stunned by this sudden change. By the time they reacted, Gao Xingchen and Nan Li had already disappeared into the depths of the dense forest.

"Chase! We can't let them get away!" The leading man in black roared and led the remaining men in black to chase in the direction where Gao Xingchen and Nan Li disappeared.

Gao Xingchen and Nan Li ran all the way and finally got rid of the pursuit of the men in black. They knew that the mysterious organization would not give up easily and greater challenges were still to come. They must return as soon as possible to join their allies and fight against the coming darkness together.

The two looked at each other, their hearts filled with determination and hope. They took the Star Key and set out on their return journey, and the dense forest behind them regained its tranquility, as if nothing had happened.