Chapter 731: Approaching This World

"The Shadow of the Abyss has awakened; it is approaching this world." This news struck like a thunderclap, instantly shattering all their hope.

Li An, Guo Yao, and Sophia were stunned. They had not expected the Shadow of the Abyss to awaken at this moment. This meant they had to face this battle early, and they were not fully prepared.

"What do we do?" Guo Yao's voice trembled slightly as she looked at Li An and Sophia, her eyes filled with helplessness.

Li An took a deep breath, looked at Guo Yao and Sophia, and his gaze was filled with determination: "We have no retreat. We must fight to the end! 15"

Sophia nodded as well, her eyes equally filled with resolve: "Exactly, we must never give up. Even if hope is slim, we must do our utmost!"

The night was like ink, the stars hidden, and the cold wind wove through the ancient town, emitting a low, sobbing moan. Li An and Guo Yao stood side by side before the grand gates of the Temple of Light, their eyes flashing with firmness and determination. Sophia's news was like a lightning bolt, cutting through the fog in their hearts, guiding them to this legendary holy land to find the key to sealing the Shadow of the Abyss—the Key of Light.

However, the gates of the Temple of Light did not open as easily as they had expected. Lei Kesi, the Knight Commander of the Temple of Light, led a group of knights clad in silver-white armor. Like cold statues, they stood before them, blocking the way.

"Li An, the Temple of Light is not a place for you to come." Lei Kesi's voice was low and powerful, every word carved from cold rock, carrying an unquestionable majesty.

Li An narrowed his eyes slightly, sizing up Lei Kesi from head to toe, and a faint smile curled his lips: "Knight Commander, I have come here to seek help against a common enemy—the Shadow of the Abyss."

Lei Kesi frowned tightly, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes: "The Shadow of the Abyss? That is a legendary monster, and you, Li An, are a bringer of disaster. The Temple of Light will not welcome a visitor who may bring destruction."

Guo Yao stood beside Li An, her gaze firm yet gentle, as if it could pierce through all obstacles. "Knight Commander Lei Kesi, I believe in Li An. He has never let us down, and he will not this time."

Lei Kesi snorted coldly, his gaze turning to Guo Yao, his tone laced with contempt: "Women are always easily blinded by emotion. Li An, your past is full of blood and violence; I cannot trust you."

Li An's smile gradually faded, his eyes becoming sharp as a blade: "Lei Kesi, I understand your concern. But the threat of the Shadow of the Abyss far exceeds your imagination. If it is not sealed in time, the entire world will fall into darkness."

"Enough!" Lei Kesi suddenly waved his hand, cutting off Li An's words. "I will not let you set foot in the Temple of Light. Knights, prepare for battle!" 610 With Lei Kesi's command, the surrounding knights drew their swords, the sword tips flashing with cold light, pointing at Li An and Guo Yao. The atmosphere instantly became tense, like a tightly strung bowstring ready to snap.

Guo Yao gently took Li An's hand; her fingers were cold and soft, yet they conveyed firm strength. "Li An, what should we do?"

Li An took a deep breath, his gaze resolute: "Guo Yao, trust me. No matter what we face, I will protect you."

Just then, Sophia's figure hurriedly arrived from inside the temple, her face bearing anxiety and resolve. "Knight Commander Lei Kesi, please stop! Li An and the others are not enemies; they are here to help us!"