After Su Yao successfully integrated the power of the crystal cluster into the construction of the Alliance base, civilization showed signs of revival, but the threat of a high-temperature apocalypse remained like a persistent shadow. Outside the base, howling winds raged, yellow sand filled the sky, and the scorching sun shone like poisonous arrows upon the earth. Water remained scarce, the land was parched and barren, and crops struggled to grow.
Su Yao knew that relying solely on her current application of the crystal cluster's power would be insufficient to completely reverse this dire situation; she needed to delve deeper into exploring the crystal cluster's potential. She studied day and night, and during a profound meditation and spiritual communion with the crystal cluster, she unexpectedly discovered a mysterious space hidden within it, seemingly sealed by an ancient civilization, its energy fluctuations obscure and difficult to discern.
Just as they were about to investigate, the base alarm suddenly went off. A group of mysterious figures in black robes appeared at the edge of the base, emanating an eerie aura. Wherever they passed, the temperature plummeted, and the ground instantly froze. With a wave of their hand, the leader of the black-robed figures unleashed a black ice spike like an arrow at the base's protective shield. With a clang, the shield rippled and teetered on the brink of collapse.
"Who goes there?" Su Yao teleported to the front of the formation, her eyes icy cold.
The leader of the black-robed men sneered: "Hand over the crystal cluster, or today will be your doomsday."
Su Yao was not afraid. She formed hand seals, and the power of the crystal clusters surged in her palms, transforming into a blazing flame that rushed towards the black-robed man. The black-robed man remained calm, chanting incantations, and dark power surged forth like a tide, engulfing the flame. The two instantly engaged in a fierce battle, their elemental powers colliding, radiating light, and the world changing color.
During the battle, Su Yao discovered that these black-robed figures possessed considerable knowledge of crystal cluster power, seemingly having intricate connections to an ancient civilization. While fighting, she had the system analyze the black-robed figures' weaknesses.
"The system has detected that the black-robed men's power source lies in the dark core in their chests. Breaking the core will weaken their power."
Su Yao's eyes sharpened. She feigned defeat, drawing the black-robed leader in pursuit. The moment he approached, Su Yao suddenly turned around, activating her spatial power, instantly appearing behind the black-robed leader. Her supernatural ability transformed into a blade of light, piercing straight into the core of darkness.
The leader of the black-robed men was terrified and tried to dodge, but it was too late. The blade of light pierced his core, and the dark power instantly went out of control. He let out a scream, and his body began to dissipate. Seeing their leader injured, the other black-robed men attacked even more fiercely, but Su Yao had figured out their tactics and led the elementalists in a counterattack.
After a fierce battle, Su Yao finally repelled the man in black robes, but she knew this was just the beginning. With the crisis temporarily averted, she decided to explore the mysterious space of the crystal cluster again. Stepping into that space, Su Yao felt as if she had entered another world, surrounded by dazzling energy orbs, with various strange runes and ancient artifacts floating in the air.
Deep within the space, Su Yao discovered a crystal fragment emitting a faint glow. The moment she touched the fragment, a powerful surge of information flooded her mind—a method to unseal the complete power of the crystal cluster and a super formation capable of purifying the post-apocalyptic environment.
However, unsealing the crystal cluster requires collecting five elemental hearts scattered around the world, a process fraught with danger. Without hesitation, Su Yao selected her most capable companions and embarked on a journey to find the elemental hearts.
They traversed radioactive wastelands, ventured into bottomless, dark caverns, and ascended windswept, solitary peaks. Each Elemental Heart was guarded by a powerful guardian, whether a colossal radioactive monster or a malevolent elemental spirit.
While searching for the Heart of Water, they encountered a colossal water monster formed from sewage and resentment. The monster's body was as large as a mountain, spewing highly corrosive black water from its mouth. Su Yao directed her companions to set up a defensive barrier, while she manipulated the power of crystal clusters, transforming into a water dragon to fight the monster. The water dragon and the monster tumbled and battled in the turbulent sewage. With unwavering willpower and exquisite control, Su Yao finally found the monster's core weakness, defeating it with a single blow and successfully obtaining the Heart of Water.
After overcoming countless hardships, Su Yao and her companions successively retrieved the five Elemental Hearts. Back at the base, Su Yao followed the guidance within the crystal fragments to begin unsealing the crystal cluster. The moment the five Elemental Hearts merged into the crystal cluster, it erupted with unprecedented light, and the super array slowly activated.
Dark clouds filled the sky, and the light from the array penetrated into them like tentacles. Then, large raindrops poured down, and wherever the rain fell, the radiation dissipated, the land became fertile, withered trees sprouted new buds, and the world began to regain its vitality.
But Su Yao did not let her guard down. She knew that behind this high-temperature apocalypse, there might be more unknown enemies and dangers lurking in the shadows. She strengthened the base's defenses, continued to study the power of the crystal clusters, and explored the deeper secrets behind it all, preparing to meet the challenges that might come at any time. Under her protection, humanity gradually gained a foothold in this reborn world and bravely marched towards a new era of civilization.
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