Lin Yu approached the sarcophagus again, carefully studying the blurred text. He discovered that the words seemed to describe an ancient sacrificial ritual. Once upon a time, the people of the lakeside held a grand sacrifice to pray for good weather and good harvests. However, something went awry during the ritual, angering a mysterious force and unleashing a terrible disaster. The key to resolving this calamity seemed closely connected to something within the sarcophagus, but the text didn't specify what it was.
"I've roughly understood that this sarcophagus might be related to a ritual that caused a disaster. Perhaps opening it could lead to a solution to the problem and uncover the true secrets of the underwater corpse vault. But I'm unsure of the consequences, and I'm a little unsure," Lin Yu said, his brow furrowed, his mind deeply troubled. He knew that opening the sarcophagus could be a key step in solving all the mysteries, but it could also unleash even greater dangers.
After thinking for a moment on the boat, Ye Li said, "Lin Yu, judging from the current situation, opening the sarcophagus may be the only way forward. But you must be extra careful. Before opening it, carefully check the area around the sarcophagus to see if there are any other clues or mechanisms. We can't act rashly, so as not to cause more serious consequences." Ye Li's voice was filled with caution and worry. She knew that every decision at this moment was crucial.
Following Ye Li's advice, Lin Yu carefully examined the sarcophagus. He discovered tiny symbols on the bottom that were unlike anything he had seen before. These symbols were arranged in a circle, each resembling an abstract image of some ancient creature. Lin Yu tried touching the symbols in a certain order, but nothing happened.
Just as he was feeling confused, he suddenly noticed a recessed pattern on the sarcophagus lid. The pattern resembled an eye, similar to the eye patterns he had seen on the stone door and walls. Lin Yu's mind raced. Could this be the key to opening the sarcophagus? He carefully placed his hand on the recessed area and pressed gently.
Instantly, the sarcophagus emitted a low rumbling sound, and the lid slowly opened. A powerful energy wave surged from the sarcophagus, and Lin Yu was shocked back several meters by this force. After the energy stabilized slightly, he slowly approached the sarcophagus and looked inside.
Within the sarcophagus lay a corpse dressed in ancient clothing. The body was remarkably well-preserved, its skin possessing a strange golden sheen, as if protected by a mysterious power. On the corpse's chest lay a crystal emitting a soft blue glow. The crystal was inscribed with delicate runes, which shimmered faintly, as if speaking an ancient spell.
"I opened the sarcophagus and found a strange corpse inside. On its chest was a blue crystal inscribed with runes. The crystal seemed to hold a powerful energy, emitting a soft blue light," Lin Yu said, his eyes filled with surprise and curiosity. He didn't know who the corpse belonged to, nor the origin or purpose of the crystal, but his intuition told him that it held the key to unlocking all the mysteries.
Ye Li and Zhao Yang were equally shocked upon hearing Lin Yu's description on the boat. Ye Li said, "Lin Yu, don't touch the crystal lightly. The runes may contain unknown powers. From an occult perspective, this situation is extremely dangerous. Observe the crystal and the body carefully to see if you find anything else." Ye Li knew that any rash action in the face of such an unknown and mysterious power could have disastrous consequences.
Lin Yu carefully observed everything inside the sarcophagus and found that the corpse was holding a yellowed parchment with some words written on it. He carefully picked up the parchment and found that the words on it were different from what he had seen before, but with years of research experience, he was able to barely make out some of the content.
The parchment records that a powerful wizard, seeking immortality and mastery of mystical powers, once performed a forbidden ritual. This ritual required numerous human sacrifices, the remains of which were placed in this underwater mortuary. However, the ritual went awry, unleashing an evil force that caused widespread disaster around the lake. Only by placing this crystal, imbued with pure power, at a specific location on the lake's bottom could the evil force be sealed, bringing an end to the scourge.
"I've learned some crucial information from the parchment. The source of this disaster is a forbidden sacrifice by a wizard, and this crystal is the key to sealing the evil. But we need to find a specific location at the bottom of the lake to seal it," Lin Yu said, feeling both excited about solving the mystery and anxious about the task ahead. He didn't know where that specific location was, nor was he sure what dangers he might encounter during his search.
After thinking for a moment, Ye Li said, "Lin Yu, take a look at the parchment to see if there are any clues about that specific location, such as some landmarks or symbols. We can use the equipment on the ship based on this information to locate it. At the same time, you must be extra careful when moving underwater, as that evil force may still be lingering nearby." Ye Li's voice revealed caution and calmness. She tried to help Lin Yu sort out his thoughts and make plans for the next step.
Lin Yu carefully examined the parchment again and found some simple patterns on it, which seemed to be the topography of the lake bottom and some landmarks. He described these patterns in detail to Ye Li, and Ye Li quickly searched for the corresponding locations on the ship's map and monitoring equipment.
After some effort, Ye Li said: "Lin Yu, according to the pattern you described, that specific location may be in a depression at the bottom of the lake, surrounded by some strangely shaped boulders, which looks like a giant turtle. You look in this direction, and we will support you on the boat." Ye Li's eyes revealed a glimmer of hope, hoping that they could successfully complete the seal and end this terrible crisis.
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