“Yes, legend.” The traveler repeated the old man’s words, his gaze deep, as if he could see through the darkness before him and reach the immortal legend on the other side of the galaxy. “Their courage is enough to illuminate every lost heart.”
"But what they face might be a horror even we can't imagine." Beside the food stall, a young man who looked like a scholar pushed up his glasses, a hint of worry in his voice. "That Heart of Harmony is both the lifeblood of the universe and the focus of conflict. Can Su Mo and the others really overcome all the difficulties and protect it from pollution?"
“If not them, then who else could it be?” the young woman retorted, her eyes filled with trust and admiration for the heroes. “It is because they have faith and are willing to take responsibility that this heavy burden has fallen on their shoulders. I believe that every choice they make will lead us toward a brighter future.”
As the market's clamor gradually subsided, people began discussing the topic, each conversation revealing both admiration and concern for Su Mo and his group. Meanwhile, somewhere far away in interstellar space, Su Mo and his companions were deep within the ruins, facing an unprecedented crisis.
"We must stop it!" Li Haoran shouted, pointing ahead to a massive mechanical device that was slowly starting up, emitting an unsettling light—clearly, some ancient defense mechanism had been activated.
"This is the final step of the trial." The cloaked figure emerged from the shadows, his voice calm and profound. "Only by fully activating the Heart of Harmony can you prove that you deserve its power."
Faced with this sudden turn of events, the four quickly exchanged glances; without a word, a tacit understanding had formed. Su Mo took the lead, leaping forward to face the unknown machine, shouting, "Split up and do your best!"
Renault and Li Haoran responded immediately, each seeking a breakthrough to resolve the crisis, while Lin Yuan remained where he was, focusing on deciphering the mysteries of the activation device. A tense yet powerful conversation echoed through the ruins:
"Renault, cut off the left power line!" Su Mo shouted.
"Understood!" Renault responded and moved, his lightsaber flashing as he made a precise cut in one smooth motion.
"Li Haoran, right-side shield, use your electromagnetic cannon to blast through it!" Su Mo's command rang out again, decisive and leaving no room for doubt.
"Excellent, just what I wanted!" Li Haoran laughed, the electromagnetic cannon roared, a flash of bright light, and the right-side shield shattered.
At the same time, Lin Yuan's voice came through with a hint of surprise: "Found it! An ancient code sequence, completely different from everything we know... but I think I can decipher it."
As the four worked together, the ancient mechanical device gradually stopped operating, and the light of the Heart of Harmony shone even brighter, as if acknowledging their efforts. But at that moment, a deeper and more majestic voice resounded in their hearts: "You have passed the test, but the real challenge has only just begun."
Before the words were even finished, the entire ruins began to tremble, as if the whole universe was witnessing the events to come. Su Mo gripped his weapon tightly, looking at his companions, each of their faces filled with determination and resolve.
"No matter what the future holds, we will fight side by side," Su Mo whispered. These words were both a promise and an encouragement to his companions.
The scene abruptly ends there, leaving endless suspense in everyone's hearts. In a corner of the market, a little girl tightly holds her brother's hand, her eyes filled with even more anticipation: "They'll win, right?"
Her brother gently patted her head, his tone firm: "They will win, because in this universe, nothing is impossible as long as you have faith."
The lights of the food stalls flickered in the night, and the surrounding crowd gradually dispersed, but the discussion about Su Mo and her group continued to burn on every street corner and around every campfire. An old man leaning on his cane walked by leisurely, heard the brother and sister's conversation, stopped, and joined in.
“Youngsters, belief is indeed a powerful driving force, but don’t forget that the road to heroism is never smooth.” The old man’s wrinkles held the stories of the years, and his eyes shone with memories of the past. “Su Mo and his team faced not only external threats, but also internal struggles and sacrifices. True victory often requires paying a price that is unimaginable to ordinary people.”
The younger sister looked up, her eyes reflecting starlight: "Will they still persevere?"
“They will.” The brother hugged his sister tightly and looked into the depths of the night sky. “Because they are our hope, they are those who dare to step into the darkness and bring us light.”
Meanwhile, in a small tavern, several burly men who looked like mercenaries sat around a table, and after a few rounds of drinks, their conversation became increasingly lively.
"I heard that Su Mo was once an insignificant interstellar crew member, but now he has become a hero who saved the universe." A burly man with a full beard slammed his hand on the table, making his wine glasses clink. "The world changes so fast these days."
"Hmph, a hero? Just lucky." Another tall, thin man scoffed dismissively, then muttered under his breath, "But if I had that kind of luck, maybe..."
"You? Save your breath!" A gruff voice interrupted him. "Not everyone can be a hero. Without the courage and wisdom, you won't be able to seize the opportunity even if it's given to you."
Amidst the clamor of the tavern, these idle gossips about Su Mo coalesced into complex emotions toward the unknown hero's journey—envy, doubt, and also deep recognition and anticipation.
At this very moment, on the distant other side of the stars, Su Mo and the others stood in the center of the now-calm ruins, the light of the Heart of Harmony like gentle waves, cleansing the souls of everyone present.
"Where should we go next?" Lin Yuan put away his tools and looked at Su Mo, his eyes filled with both exhaustion and anticipation for the future.
“The Heart of Harmony has already provided guidance.” Su Mo gazed at the dazzling gem, which seemed to be showing them some kind of map leading to the next trial ground. “There is a planet that is falling into despair, where life is being devoured by an unknown force.”
"Then what are we waiting for?" Renault rubbed his fists together, his fighting spirit soaring. "Our mission is to bring this light to every place that needs it."
Li Haoran shrugged and laughed, "Looks like we're about to embark on a new adventure. But with you guys around, I'm not afraid of any crisis."
Just as the four were preparing to set off, a gentle and ancient voice resounded in their minds: "Remember, true strength comes from unity and trust. The road ahead needs to be paved by you together."
As the sound faded, the door to the ruins slowly opened, revealing a dazzling starry sky outside. A new journey awaited them.
"For the peace of the universe, we set off again." Su Mo said, stepping out of the ruins, with his companions following him firmly behind him, and the starry sky they had lit up.
In every corner of the taverns and markets, people's conversations had subtly shifted from speculation about Su Mo and his companions to endless anticipation and blessings for their new journey. On some unknown planet, a child gazed at the starry sky and excitedly shouted to his playmate, "One day, we'll all become heroes like Su Mo!"
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