Chapter 32: A Mysterious Helping Hand

After a series of arduous battles, the Allied Forces finally found a valley that was like a haven of peace, where they could rest and recuperate. Surrounded by green mountains, the valley was shaded by lush trees. The thick branches and leaves overlapped and intertwined, like huge natural umbrellas, casting patches of cool shade, shielding the exhausted soldiers from the blazing sun. Flowers were in full bloom, with colorful blossoms blooming recklessly. The red ones were like fire, the pink ones like rosy clouds, and the white ones like snow. They clustered together, vying for beauty, and the rich fragrance filled every inch of the air, seeping into people's hearts, as if gathering all the beauty of the world here. It made people feel relaxed and happy, and temporarily forget the cruelty and fatigue of the war. The soldiers' nerves, which had been tense for a long time, gradually relaxed in this peaceful and serene atmosphere, and a rare look of relaxation appeared on their taut faces. However, they were completely unaware that beneath this seemingly calm surface, there were actually many unknown variables lurking, like undercurrents surging beneath the calm lake surface, hiding endless crises and dangers that could break this short - lived peace at any time.

Just then, a mysterious figure appeared silently and without warning, like a ghost. The person was tightly covered by a black robe made of a strange material, neither silk nor hemp. It fluttered gently in the breeze, but no one could see his face clearly. It was as if he was covered by a thick and mysterious fog, leaving no trace. Even if someone tried to stare intently, they could only see a vague black shadow, as if he was a phantom emerging from the darkness. Nevertheless, the powerful and mysterious aura emanating from him was like a surging undercurrent, invisible but powerful. This aura seemed to be almost tangible, causing the surrounding air to vibrate and undulate, creating tiny ripples that were barely visible to the naked eye. People close to him could clearly feel an inexplicable sense of oppression, as if an invisible mountain was weighing heavily on their hearts, making it hard to breathe.

His figure was erratic, and he swept straight towards where Lin Yu was, like a gust of wind. He was as fast as a bolt of lightning across the night sky, leaving only a blurred black shadow, too fast for people to react. In the blink of an eye, he arrived at a quiet and secluded corner. This place was surrounded by thick bushes, and the overlapping branches and leaves were like a natural barrier, isolating the noise and distractions of the outside world, creating a quiet and hidden atmosphere. The mysterious person deliberately lowered his voice. The voice was deep and hoarse, as if coming from the depths of the Nine Nether Hells, exuding a hint of chill. He claimed to know some hidden weaknesses of the evil forces and sincerely expressed his willingness to help the Allied Forces. When Lin Yu first saw this person, his sword - like eyebrows slightly furrowed, and his eyes were as sharp as torches, closely examining this mysterious figure in front of him. He couldn't help but be suspicious of the person's intentions. After all, in this complex situation where it was difficult to distinguish friend from foe, any sudden "helping hand" might have hidden motives and could be a carefully - laid trap by the enemy. However, relying on his keen intuition like a falcon, at the moment their eyes met, from the sincerity in the mysterious person's words and the determination revealed in the depths of his eyes, Lin Yu vaguely felt that this person might not be malicious. This judgment was like a faint glimmer of dawn, quietly passing through the cloud - covered sky in his heart. Although weak, it gave him a glimmer of courage to explore the truth.

After an in - depth and detailed conversation, the mysterious person finally seemed to let down his guard and slowly lifted his mysterious veil. It turned out that he had once been a member of the evil forces, deeply trapped in the quagmire of sin. In the camp of the evil forces, he had witnessed countless cruel and heinous acts. Innocent people groaned in pain under their tyranny, their homes were mercilessly destroyed, and their loved ones were displaced. Those scenes of utter desolation were like sharp daggers, deeply stabbing his heart. Every time he saw these, his heart felt as if it was being pricked by thousands of needles. Guilt and remorse intertwined, constantly gnawing at his soul, keeping him awake at night. Finally, after a fierce ideological struggle, he resolutely chose to break away from that evil organization and then lived in seclusion, disappearing from sight. But he didn't choose to escape. Instead, he had been secretly looking for opportunities to fight against his former "comrades" in the dark, hoping to make up for the mistakes he had made and bring a glimmer of light and hope back to this world shrouded in darkness.

The mysterious person looked solemn and serious. He slowly and carefully took out an ancient and old book from his bosom. The cover of the ancient book was full of traces of time, and the mottled patterns seemed to tell stories of the past. The paper was yellowed, exuding an old and mysterious atmosphere, as if carrying the weight and vicissitudes of history. He solemnly handed the ancient book to Lin Yu with both hands, his eyes full of expectation and trust, and said, "This ancient book contains detailed records of some key flaws in the cultivation techniques of the evil forces and the locations of several of their secretly - hidden strongholds. I collected this information at the risk of my life over the years. I hope you can make good use of it, seize the opportunity, and deal them a heavy blow to rid the world of this great disaster." Seeing this, Lin Yu quickly took the ancient book with both hands respectfully. He gently opened the yellowed and slightly fragile pages. Dense words were written on them, with small, neat regular script that was both simple and elegant. There were also some obscure diagrams interspersed among them. These diagrams had complex lines and contained profound mysteries. Lin Yu was deeply shocked by the large amount and crucial nature of the information contained in these contents. His heart was filled with sincere gratitude for the mysterious person's timely help. Just before leaving, the mysterious person stared intently at Lin Yu with a worried look in his eyes and earnestly warned, "The current situation is becoming more and more complicated and dangerous. After suffering several heavy blows, the evil forces have become alert. They are constantly adjusting their strategies internally and strengthening their preventive measures. You must be extremely careful in your actions. Never take it lightly. Otherwise, a single slip could lead to disaster." After saying this, the mysterious person gave Lin Yu a deep look, full of concern and worry. Then, with a flash of his figure, he disappeared into the quiet corner as if he had never been there, leaving only Lin Yu holding the ancient book, immersed in deep thoughts about the future situation. He knew well that this precious intelligence was both an opportunity and a challenge. The road ahead was full of hardships and uncertainties, but for the sake of all living beings, he had to move forward bravely and make good use of this intelligence to deal a fatal blow to the evil forces.