Chapter 218: Deep Exploration of the Ruins Labyrinth＊＊
**Chapter 218: Deep Exploration of the Ruins Maze**
After escaping from the unknown creatures, Su Yao, Lin Yu and Zhao Hao's heartbeats were still as rapid as drums, but their eyes were shining with unyielding light. They knew that in the depths of this ancient ruins, there were unknown mysteries and challenges hidden, and every crisis could be the key to **.
"We have to adjust our state. Every inch of land here may hold hidden secrets." Su Yao's voice was calm and firm. She looked around with sharp eyes, trying to find patterns in the intricate cave structure.
Lin Yu and Zhao Hao nodded in agreement, and the three of them quickly exchanged positions, standing back to back, forming a temporary defensive formation. After a short rest, they decided to continue to go deeper and explore this unknown area.
As they walked deeper, the light in the cave became dimmer, and the air was filled with an ancient and mysterious atmosphere. The needle of the ancient compass in Su Yao's hand trembled slightly, as if resonating with some kind of power in the ruins, guiding them in the direction they were going.
"Look, the compass needle is moving, but the direction seems to be clearer." Zhao Hao pointed at the compass, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes.
Su Yao nodded, and she whispered: "Yes, we seem to be approaching the core of the ruins. But remember, the closer we are to **, the greater the danger."
The three of them followed the direction indicated by the compass and soon came to a wide cave hall. In the center of the hall, an altar made of unknown metal stood, inlaid with various gems, flashing a strange light, illuminating the entire hall like a dream.
"This altar seems to be related to the energy source of the ruins." Lin Yu took a few steps forward, carefully observing the runes and patterns on the altar, trying to decipher the information contained therein.
Su Yao and Zhao Hao looked around vigilantly to prevent any accidents. Suddenly, a low humming sound came from under the altar, and then the ground began to shake slightly, as if some huge monster was about to wake up.
"Be careful!" Su Yao shouted in a low voice, and the three of them quickly retreated, staring at the changes in the altar vigilantly.
The gemstone on the altar glowed brightly, and a powerful energy wave burst out from it, instantly filling the entire hall. Under the impact of this energy, the walls around the hall began to collapse, revealing a secret passage hidden behind it.
"It seems that our way is here." A determination flashed in Su Yao's eyes. She took the lead in stepping into the passage, followed closely by Lin Yu and Zhao Hao.
The light in the passage was dim, but the air was unusually fresh, as if it were another world isolated from the outside world. They walked along the passage and soon came to a huge underground lake. The lake was crystal clear and seemed to hide countless ancient secrets.
"This lake doesn't look simple." Zhao Hao frowned.
Su Yao nodded. She took out an ancient map and compared it carefully. She said, "According to this map, there should be a small island in the middle of the lake. The island contains clues to the core of the ruins."
The three looked at each other and decided to take a chance. They found a seemingly ancient wooden boat and carefully rowed to the center of the lake. As the boat gradually approached the island, they found that the island was covered with strange plants and sculptures, as if it was an ancient garden forgotten by time.
"Look, there seems to be words on that sculpture." Lin Yu pointed to a sculpture, with curiosity flashing in his eyes.
Su Yao and Zhao Hao went forward to check and found that the words on the sculpture were similar to the runes they had seen in the ruins, but they were different. After some effort, they finally deciphered the information in it - this was a clue that led them to the final secret of the ruins.
"It seems that our journey is far from over." Su Yao looked into the distance with a determined light in her eyes.
The three continued to move forward. Following the clues, they crossed the dark forest, climbed the steep mountain, crossed the turbulent river... Each challenge brought them closer to ** and strengthened their faith.
Finally, in a barren desert, they found the final location of the ruins - an ancient and solemn temple. The entrance of the temple was closed by a heavy stone door, on which were carved complex runes and patterns, as if telling an ancient and glorious history.
"This is where we are looking for." Su Yao's voice was full of excitement and anticipation.
The three of them pushed open the stone door together and stepped into the temple. The interior of the temple was spacious and bright, with a huge statue in the center. The statue's eyes were deep and kind, as if it was watching everyone who stepped into here.
"Is this... the core of the ruins?" Lin Yu looked around, his heart filled with shock.
Su Yao and Zhao Hao also nodded silently. They knew that they were about to uncover the final secret of this ancient relic...