Chapter 704 Underground Maze

When the soldiers heard this, they cheered up. They believe in Bai Ye's judgment and wisdom, as well as their own courage and perseverance. Under the leadership of Bai Ye, they began to carefully observe the situation around the waterfall, looking for possible breakthroughs.

After some hard work and exploration, they finally discovered a narrow waterway hidden at the edge of the waterfall. Although this waterway is extremely steep, it is the only way to the other side of the waterfall. Bai Ye directed the ship toward the waterway without hesitation, and the soldiers followed closely.

As the ship slowly sailed into the waterway, they experienced unprecedented thrills and excitement. The water here became even more turbulent and turbulent, as if it was about to tear them into pieces. But the soldiers did not flinch. They gritted their teeth, held on to the side of the ship, and supported each other and continued to move forward.

After some hard struggle and hard work, they finally broke out of the end of the waterway and successfully crossed the barrier of the waterfall. When they saw the light ahead again, they couldn't help but feel an indescribable excitement and joy in their hearts. They know that they have successfully overcome this seemingly insurmountable obstacle and have taken a solid step towards a deeper and unknown underground world...

However, this joy did not last long and was diluted by the next scene - what awaited them ahead turned out to be a more vast and complex underground maze...

Just as the soldiers were immersed in the joy and sense of accomplishment of crossing the waterfall, a soldier's eyes suddenly lit up and his eyes were attracted by a stone door not far ahead that looked ordinary but revealed an unusual atmosphere. He stood up excitedly, ready to explore alone, as if there were endless treasures and secrets hidden behind the door.

"Bai Ye, look over there! Maybe that's the end of our trip!" There was a hint of excitement and eagerness in the soldier's voice that was hard to conceal.

However, Bai Ye quickly stretched out his arm and stopped him firmly. Bai Ye's eyes were as sharp as an eagle, staring at the stone door, and a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, but there was a warning hidden in that smile that could not be ignored.

"Don't be impulsive, my friend." Bai Ye's voice was low and powerful, penetrating the surrounding noise, causing the soldier to stop involuntarily, "In the face of the unknown, blind action will only bring disaster."

When the soldier heard this, although he felt unwilling to do so, he had to admit that Bai Ye's words made sense. He sat back angrily, but his eyes were still fixed on the stone door, filled with doubts and curiosity.

Seeing this, Bai Ye stood up slowly, walked to the bow of the ship, and looked at the stone door with burning eyes. He noticed that there was an inconspicuous black stone slab inlaid on both sides of the stone door. The stone slab was engraved with complex runes and patterns, which seemed to hide some kind of mechanism or trap.

"Everyone, be careful. This stone door is not simple." Bai Ye's voice rang in the ears of the soldiers. They all became more vigilant and followed Bai Ye's movements with their eyes.

Bai Ye approached the stone door cautiously and gently touched the black stone slabs with his fingertips. Suddenly, there was a slight vibration, and then, dazzling lights began to flash above the stone door. Those rays of light quickly converged into a huge laser net, sealing the entire stone gate tightly.

"Laser trap!" the soldiers exclaimed. Only then did they realize that they were almost on the verge of death.

Bai Ye quickly took a few steps back, keeping a safe distance from the laser trap. He frowned and glanced back and forth between the stone door and the laser net, trying to find a way to crack it.

"It seems that we have to find the mechanism that triggers this trap." Bai Ye said in a deep voice, his tone revealing an unquestionable firmness and calmness.

The soldiers heard this and nodded in agreement. They began to carefully search every corner around the stone gate, looking for possible mechanisms or clues. However, time passed by and they found nothing.

Just when everyone was feeling desperate, Bai Ye suddenly noticed a detail - the runes and patterns on the black stone slabs seemed to be subtly connected with certain carvings on the stone door. His mind moved, and he quickly compared and analyzed the two.

After some hard work and attempts, Bai Ye finally found the key to cracking the laser trap. He took a deep breath, stabilized his mind, and then gently touched the runes and patterns on the black stone slabs in a specific order and rhythm.

As Bai Ye moved, the laser net above the stone door began to gradually weaken and eventually disappeared without a trace. The stone door also slowly opened a gap, revealing the deep and mysterious passage inside.

When the soldiers saw this, they cheered and jumped. They knew they were one step closer to their goal. However, Bai Ye remained calm and vigilant, knowing that there were more challenges and dangers waiting for them ahead.

"Don't let your guard down, everyone, the road ahead may be even more difficult." Bai Ye's voice rang in the ears of the soldiers, and they all nodded to express their understanding.

Under the leadership of Bai Ye, the soldiers carefully passed through the stone gate and stepped into the deep and mysterious passage. They know that there may be more traps and traps ahead waiting for them to explore and crack. But they also believe that as long as they unite as one and move forward courageously, nothing can stop them from moving forward...

Bai Ye held a flashlight, and the beam swayed in the dim passage, like the only beacon in the night, leading the soldiers forward slowly. The air around them seemed to have frozen, and only their heavy breathing and footsteps echoed, adding a bit of depression and uneasiness. Although the light of the flashlight is weak, it is enough for everyone to barely see the road ahead and avoid stepping into unknown traps.

The passage is full of traces of time, the stone walls are covered with moss, and occasionally you can see some strange fossils embedded in them. Most of these fossils are incomplete, but their former grace and power can still be felt. As the soldiers moved forward, they vigilantly observed the situation around them, for fear of any emergencies happening.

As it goes deeper, the air in the channel becomes more and more humid and cold, as if it can penetrate into the bone marrow. The soldiers' breathing began to become rapid, and their faces were full of exhaustion and anxiety. However, Bai Ye always remained calm and vigilant. His eyes were like a torch, as if he could penetrate the darkness and see the hope and light ahead.

At this moment, a strange sound suddenly came from the end of the passage, breaking the silence and dullness around him. The sound was low and strange, like some kind of creature roaring in a low voice, or like the roar of machinery in operation. Upon hearing this, the soldiers stopped one after another and looked nervously at the end of the passage, their hearts filled with fear and curiosity.

"What is this sound?" a soldier asked in a trembling voice.

Bai Ye didn't answer, just held the flashlight tightly and scanned the surroundings more vigilantly. He knows that in this unknown underground world, any small sound may hide huge dangers. He must remain calm and rational in order to lead the soldiers safely through this darkness and danger.

As the sound gradually approached, the soldiers became more and more nervous and anxious. They gripped their weapons tightly and their bodies were as tense as a fully drawn bowstring, ready to deal with possible dangers at any time. However, just when they were about to collapse, Bai Ye suddenly stopped.

He turned around, faced the soldiers, and said in a low and firm voice: "Don't panic, everyone! Although this sound is weird, it does not necessarily mean danger. We must stay calm and rational in order to find a countermeasure. "

The soldiers heard this and nodded in agreement. They know that Bai Ye is their only leader and support, and his judgment and wisdom will determine their life or death. So, they cheered up again, followed closely behind Bai Ye, and continued moving forward.

However, as they got closer and closer to the end of the passage, the strange noise became more and more clear and harsh. The soldiers could clearly feel that the soul-shaking power was approaching them, as if it was going to devour them. Their heartbeats were racing, their breathing was rapid, and their bodies were shaking like fallen leaves in the autumn wind.

At this moment, Bai Ye suddenly stopped and signaled the soldiers to squat down. He cautiously approached the end of the passage and illuminated the area with the glow of his flashlight. A huge crack appeared at the end of the passage, with a dazzling light coming out of the crack accompanied by a deafening roar. Those sounds came from that crack!

The soldiers looked at the crack and the light and sound coming from the crack in horror. They didn't know what it was? Don’t know how to deal with this sudden crisis? Their hearts are filled with fear and despair...

However, Bai Ye did not give up. He knows very well that in this dangerous underground world, only by facing it bravely can he find a way out and hope. So, he took a deep breath and stabilized his mind, then stood up and took a step forward...

The step Bai Ye took seemed to gather all his courage and determination. He held the flashlight tightly, shining the beam firmly forward, trying to penetrate the dazzling light and see the truth behind the cracks. The soldiers followed closely. Although they were afraid, they were more trusting and dependent on Bai Ye.

As they got closer to the crack, the roar became more deafening, as if the entire underground world was shaking. In the light, some strange scenes can be vaguely seen flowing rapidly, like a microcosm of another world, which is both mysterious and disturbing.

"Everyone, be careful, this may be some kind of powerful energy source." Bai Ye's voice seemed a little weak amid the roar, but his words were like a sea-calming needle, calming the soldiers' minds a little.

Just when they were about to explore further, a powerful wave of energy suddenly burst out from the crack, pushing Bai Ye and several soldiers in front violently away. They staggered a few steps and finally managed to steady themselves. The light of the flashlight flickered amid the violent vibrations, almost being swallowed by the force.

"Back off! Back off quickly!" Bai Ye shouted loudly, his eyes filled with unprecedented solemnity. Upon hearing this, the soldiers did not dare to hesitate at all, and turned around and retreated.

However, the energy fluctuation did not stop there, but intensified. It began to wreak havoc in the passage, destroying all obstacles that stood in its way. The moss on the stone walls was peeled off, the stones were shattered, and the entire passage seemed to collapse.

Soldiers ran in terror, trying to escape the destructive force. Bai Ye held the flashlight tightly, guiding the soldiers to avoid danger while looking for a way out. But in this narrow and complicated passage, their speed obviously cannot compare with that energy fluctuation.

Just when they were about to be swallowed by this power, Bai Ye suddenly found a glimmer of hope - there was an inconspicuous groove on the left wall of the passage, which seemed to have similar runes and patterns to the previous black stone slab. He rushed to the groove quickly and illuminated the runes with the light of the flashlight.

After some quick thinking and attempts, Bai Ye finally found a way to activate the groove. He touched the runes and patterns in a specific order and rhythm, and saw a soft light suddenly lit up in the groove, and it resonated subtly with the raging energy fluctuations.

As the light spread and intertwined, the originally violent energy fluctuations began to gradually weaken and eventually dissipated. The passage returned to calm and darkness, leaving only the soldiers' rapid breathing and the faint light of the flashlight.

"We... We are saved?" A soldier asked in a trembling voice.

Bai Ye did not answer, but took a deep breath and nodded. He knew that this was only a temporary calm, and there were more challenges and dangers waiting for them ahead. But it was these challenges and dangers that forged their unyielding will and firm belief.

The soldiers gathered around Bai Ye, looking at him with gratitude and admiration. They knew that without Bai Ye's wisdom and courage, they would have been buried here long ago. Bai Ye just smiled slightly. He understood that a true leader must not only have extraordinary abilities, but also have the determination and courage to sacrifice everything for others.

"Let's keep moving forward." Bai Ye's voice sounded in the darkness, and his eyes were once again cast into the unknown depths of darkness. The soldiers nodded in agreement and cheered up to prepare for the next challenge...

However, when they set out on the journey again, they found that the road ahead became more rugged and dangerous. The terrain in the passage became more complex and varied, sometimes narrow and steep, sometimes wide and flat; the air was filled with a stronger smell of moisture and mold, as if countless eyes were watching them in the dark; and the strange noises came from all around from time to time, as if some creature was watching and provoking them in the dark...

But even so, Bai Ye and the soldiers did not retreat. They continued to move forward with firm beliefs and extraordinary courage. In the darkness, they supported and encouraged each other; in danger, they fought side by side and resisted together. They knew that only by unity can they overcome all difficulties and challenges; only by moving forward courageously can they find the final way out and light...