Chapter 334 Observing the Forest 5
The sun shines through the dense treetops, dappling the forest path. A few drops of sweat hang on Lin Zhi's stern face. His eyes are sharp, and he is always alert to his surroundings. Zhang Ying follows closely behind, holding a special Zerg weapon in his hand, just in case.
The purpose of their trip was to explore a mysterious river deep in the forest. It was said that the river not only had clear and sweet water, but also hid the unsolved secrets of the Zerg world. As human travelers, Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying were always full of endless curiosity and desire to explore the unknown.
"Brother Linzhi, are you sure we want to go deeper here?" Zhang Ying's voice was hesitant. The depths of the forest always make people feel scared, especially for those who are not familiar with the Zerg world.
"Of course, Zhang Ying. Now that we are here, we cannot miss any opportunity to uncover the secrets of this world." Lin Zhi's tone was firm, and his eyes seemed to be able to penetrate all the fog.
As they continued to move forward, a low voice of conversation came from not far away. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying immediately stopped and carefully approached the source of the sound. Through the dense bushes, they saw a group of Zerg brothers - Wang Jun and Wang Kai, sitting around a huge ancient tree.
Wang Jun and Wang Kai are rare wise men among the Zerg. They are not only proficient in the language and history of the Zerg, but also have keen observation and analytical abilities. At this moment, they are concentrating on discussing something that seems to be related to the mysterious river.
"Brother, I think that small river must be something special. Look, the map clearly shows this place as a dry area, so how could there be such an abundant water source?" There was a hint of doubt in Wang Kai's voice.
"Well, I noticed that too. Perhaps this small river is the symbol of our Zerg world's struggle against the laws of nature. We need to find out." Wang Jun nodded in agreement.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying looked at each other and secretly rejoiced. It seemed that their choice this time was correct. Just as they were about to quietly leave and continue on their way, a burst of hurried footsteps interrupted their plan.
"Wait, Wang Jun, Wang Kai! We are here too!" Along with the voices, the four Zerg brothers and sisters - Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li appeared in front of them.
"Oh? It's you. It seems that you are also interested in that river?" Wang Jun greeted them with a smile.
"Of course. We heard that there are many treasures hidden in that small river. Not only is the water sweet, but it can also heal injuries. So, we came here specially to see it with our own eyes." There was some excitement in Li Li's words.
Seeing this, Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying decided to join them. After all, more strength means more protection. So, the group headed towards the river deep in the forest.
On the way, they passed through dense forests, crossed streams, and encountered many strange creatures in the Zerg world. Each encounter made them thrilling, but also strengthened their determination to explore the unknown.
Finally, in the depths of a lush forest, they found the mysterious river. The water was so clear that you could see the bottom, as if it could wash away all the dust in the world. The riverside was full of exotic flowers and plants, and the air was filled with a faint fragrance.
"This place... is so beautiful." Zhang Ying couldn't help but exclaim.
"Yes, it is indeed beautiful here. But more importantly, we have found another secret of this world." Lin Zhi's eyes were deep, as if she was thinking about some deeper issue.
Just as they were immersed in the beautiful scenery, a slight vibration came from the bottom of the river. Then, ripples began to appear on the water surface, as if something was about to break out of the ground.
"Everyone be careful!" Wang Jun quickly issued a warning and at the same time pulled up his younger brother Wang Kai beside him.
Suddenly, a huge figure emerged from the river. It was a Zerg creature that they had never seen before. Its body was huge and ferocious, and its eyes were flashing with fierce light.
"What is this?" Li Ming asked nervously.
"I'm not sure, but it looks like he's difficult to deal with." Lin Zhi gripped his weapon tightly, ready for battle.
A sudden battle broke out beside a forest river. Lin Zhi, Zhang Ying and their Zerg brothers and sisters fought side by side against the unknown Zerg creature. Their battle was fierce and cruel, but everyone did not flinch, because they knew that this was a battle to explore the unknown and protect their homeland.
After an arduous battle, they finally defeated the creature. When the smoke cleared, they found a huge stone tablet hidden at the bottom of the river, engraved with ancient words and patterns from the Zerg world.
"It seems that we have really found the secret of this world." Wang Jun walked forward and carefully studied the words on the stone tablet.
"Yes, this adventure is really worth it." Zhang Ying wiped the sweat from his face and showed a satisfied smile.
Lin Zhi stood aside silently, gazing into the distance. He knew that this expedition was just the beginning of their adventure. In the days to come, they will face more challenges and unknowns. But as long as they have faith and move forward courageously, nothing can stop them from exploring.
In the vast forest of the Zerg world, the group continued to move forward, and their figures gradually disappeared in the dense woods. And the mysterious river flowed quietly, as if telling the endless secrets of this world.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying walked hand in hand, their steps were light and cautious, as if every step was on the vein of time. Since crossing into this strange Zerg world, they have experienced countless life and death tests, and established a deep friendship with Zerg brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai, as well as the four Zerg siblings Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua, and Li Li. And Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan, as rare wise men and healers in this alien world, have become indispensable to the team.
Today, their goal is to explore a mysterious river deep in the forest. It is said that there lives a rare kind of river shrimp, which is not only delicious, but also contains a mysterious substance that can enhance supernatural powers. This is undoubtedly a huge fortune for the team that urgently needs to improve its strength.
The sun shines through the dense treetops, dappling the winding path, and the air is filled with the fresh scent of soil and leaves. Wang Jun walks in front, flapping his insect wings gently to keep the team alert; Wang Kai follows closely behind, holding a sharp dagger made of special insect shells in his hand, ready to respond to emergencies at any time.
"Everyone be careful, the terrain here is complex and there may be unknown dangers." Lin Zhi warned in a low voice, her eyes were sharp, as if they could see through all disguises. Zhang Yingze was responsible for the rear, his perception was extremely sharp, and he could detect subtle changes in the surrounding environment in advance.
As they went deeper, the sound of the stream gradually became clearer, and the gurgling sound of the water was like the sound of nature, which made people relax involuntarily. But when they really came to the river, the scene in front of them surprised them.
The river is crystal clear, the riverbed is covered with smooth and round pebbles, and groups of colorful shrimps are swimming happily in the water. Their bodies are transparent and slightly fluorescent, like gems floating in the water. However, behind this beautiful scene, there is an unknown crisis.
"Look at those shrimps, there seems to be energy fluctuations." Li Ming suddenly pointed at the water and said, his observation ability has always been sharp. Upon hearing this, everyone looked carefully and found that there seemed to be a layer of faint blue light around the shrimps, which was the sign of the supernatural power field.
"These little river shrimps are not simple, they may have evolved a defense mechanism." Li Hua added, her tone was solemn. As a fighter in the team, she knew that any seemingly harmless creature could become a deadly threat in this unknown world.
Faced with this emergency, the team quickly adjusted their strategy. Wang Jun and Wang Kai were responsible for patrolling in the air to prevent any accidents; Li? used his Zerg characteristics to sneak into the water and try to approach the shrimps without alerting them; while Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li were responsible for setting up a defensive formation on the shore, ready to respond to possible attacks at any time.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying stood a little further away. They closed their eyes and began to concentrate on sensing the energy changes around them. In this alien world, supernatural powers were the key to life and death, and their control over supernatural powers was the strongest backing for the team.
Time passed by minute by minute, and Li finally succeeded in approaching the shrimp school. He carefully reached out his hand and tried to catch a small river shrimp for research. But at this moment, the shrimp school suddenly boiled up, and a powerful energy wave burst out from the water and rushed straight into the sky.
"Be careful!" Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying shouted almost at the same time. They felt the power and danger of that energy. Wang Jun and Wang Kai immediately spread their insect wings and stood in front of everyone, using their bodies to build an indestructible barrier.
However, surprisingly, the moment the energy wave touched the insect's wings, it miraculously dissipated, as if absorbed by some mysterious force. The shrimps also regained their composure at this moment, and swam in the water again, as if nothing had happened.
"What's going on?" Li? poked his head out of the water and asked in confusion. Everyone looked at each other, their hearts filled with doubts and confusion.
"It seems that these small river shrimps are different from any creatures we have encountered before." Zhang Ying said after thinking for a moment, "Not only do they have powerful supernatural powers, but they can also control this power to a certain extent to avoid causing damage to the surrounding environment."
"So what does this mean for us?" Li Hua asked eagerly. She knew very well that in this world, any new discovery could mean new opportunities or challenges.
Lin Zhi smiled slightly, with wisdom glittering in her eyes: "This means that we may be able to learn something from these little river shrimps, about the control of superpowers, about the mystery of life..."
As the sun sets, the team decides to retreat temporarily and return to the camp to study today's findings in detail. They know that this mysterious river and those strange little shrimps will become another important turning point in their journey to explore the Zerg world.
On the way back, they shared their thoughts and guesses with each other, and everyone's heart was full of expectations and longings. In this strange world full of unknowns and miracles, they were gradually unveiling its mysterious veil and moving towards a wider world.
The silver light was scattered on the winding river, and the river surface was glittering like countless tiny gems jumping gently. Lin Zhi stood grimly on a large rock on the river bank, looking around sharply, his heart full of vigilance and curiosity. This time, he was not only responsible for the safety of himself and his team, but also had to explore more secrets of this strange Zerg world.
Zhang Ying followed closely beside Lin Zhi, holding a long whip made of exotic plant fibers in her hand. It was one of the self-protection skills she learned in this world. Since crossing to the Zerg world, they have experienced countless battles and escapes, each of which made them more united and more resilient.
Not far away, the Zerg brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai were discussing something with their heads down. Their tentacles gently touched each other, conveying information that only the Zerg could understand. Wang Jun was tall, with a faint blue glow on his carapace, looking extremely powerful; while Wang Kai was more flexible, with a green carapace, and was good at speed and surprise attacks. Although they were from different races, they established a deep friendship with Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying, and faced the challenges of this unknown world together.
"Look over there!" Wang Jun suddenly raised his head and pointed his antennae at a bush by the river. "There's some movement."
Upon hearing this, Lin Zhi immediately turned his attention to the bushes and signaled Zhang Ying to prepare for battle. At this moment, four small figures poked their heads out from the bushes. They were the four Zerg brothers and sisters - Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li. They were small in stature, with colorful shells, and each had different abilities, making them an indispensable force in the team.
"We found something interesting," Li said excitedly, her antennae swaying gently as if she were sharing the joy of the discovery.
"What is it?" Lin Zhi asked with a hint of urgency in her tone. In this world full of unknowns and dangers, any new discovery could mean opportunities or challenges.
"Follow me." Li Li was the most lively. She jumped off the river bank first and ran to an open area by the river. The others followed closely behind, and soon they came to a small open space full of exotic plants. In the open space, a huge flower was slowly blooming. The petals were covered with tiny lines and emitted a faint fluorescence, attracting insects and small animals from the surrounding area.
"Is this... a fluorescent flower?" Zhang Ying said in surprise. She had read about this kind of flower in the ancient books of the Zerg. It was said that they only appeared at specific times and places, could purify water, and were also the source of many precious medicinal materials.
“Not only that,” Wang Jun added, his antennae gently touching the fluorescent flower, and ripples immediately appeared on the petals, “there may be a secret passage leading to another realm hidden around here.”
Lin Zhi's eyes immediately became hot when he heard this. Their original intention of traveling to this world was to find a way home. If there really is a passage to other realms hidden here, then it may be the key clue for them to return home.
"We must be careful." Zhang Ying reminded. She knew very well that in this world, huge dangers may be hidden behind any seemingly beautiful thing.
Everyone nodded in agreement and began to carefully observe and explore the fluorescent flower. At this moment, a slight vibration came from the ground, and then the soil on the ground began to slowly crack, revealing a deep hole.
"It seems that our guess is correct." Lin Zhi said in a deep voice, his eyes flashing with determination and expectation, "Let's go down and take a look."
Led by Wang Jun and Wang Kai, the group carefully climbed down along the cave entrance. As the depth increased, the light gradually dimmed, but the glowing stones in their hands illuminated the way ahead. Soon, they came to a huge underground cave, the walls of which were covered with strange patterns, which seemed to record the ancient history and legends of the Zerg.
"Here..." Li? exclaimed. Her tentacles gently touched the pattern on the wall, as if she could feel the power contained in it. "This is the place we have been looking for."
Lin Zhi looked at everything in front of him, with unprecedented excitement and hope in his heart. They finally found a clue, and this clue might lead them back home.
At this moment, a low roar came from the depths of the cave, accompanied by a strong airflow, as if something was waking up. Lin Zhi immediately realized that the real challenge had just begun.
"Prepare for battle!" he shouted loudly, drawing the long sword from his waist, ready to meet the upcoming unknown challenge. Zhang Ying, Wang Jun, Wang Kai and the four brothers and sisters also quickly entered the battle state, their eyes full of determination and courage.