Heroes of Troubled Times: Chronicles of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms

Zhu Wen waved his sword and started a fierce fight with the twisted figure. kill! The sword blade left an arc in the air and made a sharp whistle.

Buzz! The twisted figure fought back hard, releasing a dark magic power.

Zhu Wen has a strong body, keeps dodging, and attacks his opponent with all his strength. ha! He concentrated and his strong willpower kept him awake.

Finally, with a precise sword strike, the twisted figure shattered into black mist and disappeared into the air.

Zhu Wen gasped, feeling a joy of victory welling up in his heart.

Beyond the fog, a huge ice wall appeared in front of Zhu Wen's eyes, and the ice wall shone with cold light.

Is the Crystal Heart deep within this ice wall? Zhu Wen frowned and felt a chill coming over him.

He approached the ice wall and peered close to the surface. Suddenly, there was a slight cracking sound from the ice wall.

Whoosh whoosh! The hard ice wall melted quickly, revealing an igloo as smooth as a mirror.

Go in, brave man! A voice came from the igloo, with a mysterious and alluring charm.

Zhu Wen hesitated for a moment, then resolutely stepped into the igloo.

A fresh aroma filled the igloo, and the water droplets condensed in the air presented a gorgeous spectrum.

Welcome, the brave man looking for the Crystal Heart. I am the Crystal Keeper. A breathtakingly beautiful woman appeared in front of Zhu Zhu.

You mean the Crystal Guardian? Is the Crystal Heart in your hands? Zhu Wen asked.

The woman smiled slightly, her eyes showing unadulterated pride.

Yes, the Crystal Heart is in my hands. But to get it, you must accept my test.

Zhu Wen looked at her nervously, feeling that something unconventional was happening.

So tell me, what is your test? His voice was firm, his body ready for any challenge.

The woman reached out her hand and gently touched Zhu Wen's forehead.

Enter my inner space and unravel the mysteries of my memory. Only through the understanding and revelation of my heart can you gain access to the Crystal Heart.

As the woman's words ended, Zhu Wen's vision went dark and he entered a completely void space.

He looked around and saw nothing, only a light shining in the distance.

Is this the inner world of a woman? Zhu Wen guessed in his heart and walked towards the direction pointed by the light.

Gradually, he heard a vague cry, like a woman crying.

Woman, where are you? Zhu Wen quickened his pace, trying to find the source of the sound.

When he came to the end of the light, a sad and desolate scene appeared before him.

The woman stood there, tears falling down her beautiful cheeks.

Why are you crying? Zhu Wen asked with concern.

The woman raised her beautiful eyes, full of pain and despair.

This is my past, a past that is connected to the crystal but cannot be owned. I was once a spiritual crystal bound by an evil force. Now, I am a guardian trapped in human form, unable to freely leave this igloo. Only by finding the true brave, the guardian and the Crystal Heart can be liberated.

Zhu Wen stared at her with pity. He understood the responsibility of the brave man.

Don't worry, I will try my best to help you break free and obtain the Crystal Heart. tell me, what should i do? Zhu Wen spoke firmly.

The woman smiled and nodded.

Follow the light and unlock the memory seal in my heart. Only in this way can I change back to my original self and give you the Crystal Heart. Remember, only by treating each memory with sincerity will you have a chance of success.

Her voice gradually faded away, and the light shone in the dark space again.

Zhu Wen followed the guidance of the light and began a journey into the woman's inner memory.

The memory scenes unfolded one after another, and Zhu Wen saw the woman's past happiness and pain.

He walked through the former countryside and witnessed the warm moments between her and her relatives. Then he comes to the woman's difficult choice in the face of an evil force.

Finally, Zhu Wen saw a thrilling scene - the woman lost her free crystal form and was trapped in an igloo.

This is your real experience. Zhu Wen thought silently, feeling deeper sympathy and guilt for the woman in his heart.

Returning to the real world, he was about to face the Crystal Guardian again, but found that the igloo had become empty. Only a floating crystal heart remained in place.

Crystal Heart... Zhu Wen gently grasped it and felt the power surging in his heart.

He understood that this was only the victory of the second test, and there was a third test waiting for him.

Zhu Wen put away the Crystal Heart and said to himself: Next, I will face greater challenges. I will remain steadfast until I find the truth and complete my mission.

Zhu Wen walked past the igloo, and suddenly, a chill hit him. A blur of darkness appeared before his eyes, full of fear and unknown.

This is where? Zhu Wen looked around and felt strong uneasiness.

Suddenly, he heard a faint whisper, as if someone was whispering in his ear.

Search for lost memories, and only by solving hidden puzzles can you step into the palace of truth.

Zhu Wen's heart skipped a beat, and he began to look for the direction of the sound. A glimmer of light gradually appeared in the darkness, leading him forward.

As he got closer, Zhu Wen discovered that it was an abandoned library, with bookshelves filled with dusty books.

Is this the place to find lost memorials? Zhu Wen guessed in his mind. He stepped into the library and slowly observed the surrounding environment.

Bang! The door closed, Zhu Wen turned around, only to find that the door was locked.

It seems I'm stuck here. He stared around, trying to stay calm.

A huge oil painting hangs on the wall, depicting a strange ceremony. Zhu Wen approached the oil painting and looked at it carefully.

Suddenly, the characters in the oil painting moved and seemed to come alive. Their arms pointed toward the bookshelf, their lips speaking inaudible words.

Zhu Wen turned around and looked at the bookshelf, assuming a reasoning posture.

I understood that this ritual was supposed to be the key to the puzzle. He whispered to himself.

He began to investigate the books on the shelf, wondering how to solve the mystery. Moreover, he noticed that there was a secret door behind the bookshelf, which seemed to lead to the next test area.

Zhu Wen took out a seemingly ordinary book, but found that it could rotate. He carefully rotated the book into a specific position.

Click! An invisible mechanism was triggered and the secret door opened.

Zhu Wen entered the secret door without hesitation and entered another mysterious room.

The room is filled with skeletons, and the cave walls reflect an eerie light.

To find the lost memorial, you must walk the path of the victor. A gloomy voice echoed in the room.

Zhu Wen's heart tightened. He understood that this was the last battle and the most dangerous test.