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Everyone gathered around and looked at the fragment carefully. The patterns on it were indeed different, revealing an indescribable sense of mystery. Qi Meng took the fragment and stroked it gently. Her voice was full of excitement of discovering new clues: "These symbols... are ancient and powerful. They may guide us to find the source of the shadow. Tomorrow, let us decipher the secret of this fragment together."

"Very good," Su Ye said, placing his hand on the blacksmith's shoulder, "Your discovery may be the key. This proves that each of us has the ability to influence the future, regardless of our identities. Remember, every resident of the Forgotten City is part of this story."

At this point in the conversation, everyone was feeling nervous yet full of anticipation. They knew that this was not only an exploration of the unknown, but also a journey of self-growth and urban rebirth.

"Then, let us each prepare ourselves and welcome everything that is coming." Su Ye said, bidding farewell to the last disappearing star in the sky. "Whether there is darkness or light ahead, the Forgotten City and its people will write their own legends."

Night finally swallowed up the last ray of afterglow, and the Forgotten City slept quietly in the starlight and moonlight, and under this slumber, a new force was quietly awakening. The four heroes and their companions are stepping into the unknown hand in hand, ready to uncover the fog of history and fight against the shadow that is about to fall.

"Good night, Forgotten City," Li Ji said softly, his words full of hope for tomorrow, "May every corner of your world be ready to greet the first rays of light at dawn."

The next morning, the Forgotten City was bathed in the first rays of sunlight, but the city was filled with a different tense atmosphere than usual. The soft light of the morning sun had not yet completely dispelled the chill of the night. On the eastern edge of the city, a sudden tragedy shocked the entire city - three residents disappeared overnight, leaving only chaos and fear. The news spread quickly in the city, like wildfire, and people's eyes were filled with anxiety and helplessness.

"We must act immediately!" Su Ye said in a hasty and resolute tone, his eyes as sharp as a hawk. "This time the killer seems to be more cunning and cruel than we imagined. We cannot let any innocent lives be threatened again."

Qi Meng frowned as she flipped through the scattered clues she had collected and said thoughtfully, "All the disappearances occurred at night and in sparsely populated areas. This killer seems to be very familiar with the layout of the city. We have to start with the night watch system, strengthen patrols, and..."

"And establish an emergency contact mechanism." Li Ji continued, his eyes sparkling with wisdom, "Let each block have a channel to report directly to us, so that we can respond quickly and buy time."

The blacksmith rubbed the tools in his hands, his face solemn: "I suggest that we make some simple alarm devices and install them in key locations. They will make sounds when there is any movement, at least to alert nearby residents."

The wise man nodded slowly, his silver beard fluttering gently in the morning breeze. "Your plan is feasible, but you must be careful not to alert the enemy. In addition, I suggest that we study historical documents in depth to see if we can find records of how similar crises were dealt with in the past."

Just as everyone was discussing, a pale young man ran over, gasping for breath: "Oh no, over there... over there another person was killed, and this was found at the scene..." He handed over a note with a few crooked words written on it - "Darkness is coming, no one can escape."

Su Ye took the note, his eyes cold: "This is a provocation, but also a warning. We can no longer passively defend, we must take the initiative to attack and find the killer's lair."

Qi Meng clenched her fists, anger burning in her eyes: "I will trace the source of these symbols, maybe I can find some clues from them. These are not meaningless graffiti, each line may be the key to lead us to the truth."

"I'll go with you." Li Ji stood up and patted his chest. "I have a wide network of contacts. Maybe I can dig out some gossip in the city. Besides, it's safer for two people to go together."

"Okay, then the blacksmith and I will be responsible for upgrading the equipment and strengthening the city's physical defense." Su Ye assigned the tasks with a firm look in his eyes, "We can't just wait for the killer to show up, but we should lay a net to make sure he has nowhere to hide."

Su Ye said softly but firmly: "I will mobilize all available manpower to form an emergency response team to ensure that we can respond immediately if there is a situation."

The wise man stood aside and nodded with satisfaction: "Remember, unity and wisdom are our greatest weapons. And I will be here to guide you with my knowledge and experience."

Night falls again. Under the carefully arranged defense measures, the Forgotten City seems calm on the surface, but undercurrents are surging. Su Ye and his group are busy, and the tense atmosphere is intertwined with determination and courage. In the blacksmith shop, the sound of hammers is the firm rhythm of building a defense line; deep in the library, the lights are swaying, and the wise are immersed in the ocean of ancient documents; on the streets, the emergency team led by Su Ye shuttles around on patrol, alert to every suspicious trace.

At the darkest moment of the night, Qi Meng and Li Ji discovered the dense appearance of the mysterious symbol in a remote alley, which seemed to be a clue left deliberately. The two looked at each other, tacitly quickened their pace, followed the guidance of the symbol, and approached the truth step by step...

"It seems that the answers we are looking for are just ahead." Li Ji lowered his voice, his eyes flashing with excitement about the unknown and a hint of imperceptible nervousness.

"That's right. No matter what lies ahead, we will face it together." Qi Meng tightly grasped the staff in her hand. Although her voice was light, it was full of unquestionable power.

"Wait, are you two really going in? That's a forgotten place, a forbidden zone where no one can survive, according to legend!" An old man passing by stopped and looked at them in astonishment as they disappeared at the end of the dark alley.

"You are so brave! Young people today are really amazing!" The lady boss of the grocery store next door also poked her head out, her eyes full of admiration. "I remember that our generation would go weak in the knees when we mentioned that area."

At the end of the alley was an abandoned courtyard, overgrown with weeds, and the moss on the stone steps bore witness to the traces of time. Qi Meng pushed open the half-closed door quietly, and a gust of wind blew past, bringing with it the rustling sound of dead leaves, which startled several night birds in the courtyard.

"Look, there's an underground entrance." Li Ji pointed to a stone slab covered by fallen leaves, on which was also engraved the symbol they were tracking. The two carefully removed the obstruction, and a dim staircase appeared, leading to the unknown depths.

"It can't be that down here..." Before Li Ji finished his words, Qi Meng had already lit up the staff, illuminating the way ahead, and bravely took the first step.

"What a reckless guy! I wouldn't dare to do that if I were him." Two patrolling militiamen happened to pass by and talked in low voices, their eyes full of admiration and worry for Qi Meng and Li Ji.

As they went deeper and deeper, the oppressive feeling in the air became heavier, but the two did not retreat. In an ancient stone chamber, they finally found the clue left by the mysterious shadow - a wall covered with strange totems, and in the center was a glimmering gem.

"These symbols..." Qi Meng touched the wall lightly, and the light of the staff resonated with it, as if activating some ancient mechanism. Suddenly, a low murmur echoed in the stone chamber, and light and shadows appeared on the surrounding walls, telling a forgotten legend - a long struggle between the guardian of the ancient city and the dark forces. Qi Meng and Li Ji looked at each other, and an unprecedented sense of mission surged in their hearts.

"So that's how it is. The black shadow's true identity is actually..." Li Ji's tone was mixed with shock and sudden enlightenment.

"We have to go back and tell the others to prepare for the final battle." Qi Meng gripped the staff tightly, and the fire in her eyes became brighter.

The two returned along the same route. Along the way, their hearts beat faster. They were excited about solving the mystery, but also nervous about the upcoming battle.

Under the night sky, the Forgotten City was still quiet, but everyone felt an unusual atmosphere. Under Su Ye's leadership, the emergency response team patrolled the streets more frequently, the hammering of the anvil in the blacksmith shop became more urgent, and the whispers of the wise men in the library seemed more focused.

"They're back! Look, Qi Meng and Li Ji!" a child shouted excitedly, breaking the silence of the night. Residents walked out of their homes one after another, looking at the path the two had taken with curiosity and anticipation.

"Have you found anything?" Su Ye stepped forward and asked anxiously, and the other companions also gathered around.

"Yes, we know the identity of the black shadow, and..." Qi Meng's words were interrupted by everyone's eager gazes. She took a deep breath, "Everything will change this evening."

"Well, now is the time to tell everyone the truth and gather all our strength." Su Ye's voice was firm and powerful, and his eyes swept over everyone present, full of confidence and determination.

“But first, we need to be fully prepared,” the wise man added, his wisdom like a beacon, illuminating the way forward.

"No matter what awaits us ahead, the children of the Forgotten City will never retreat." Qi Meng's words were firm and touched the hearts of everyone present.

"Well said!" The blacksmith patted his chest vigorously, his eyes flashing with fighting spirit, "As long as our swords can still be waved and the furnace can still burn, there will be no difficulties that cannot be overcome!"

"Yes, let's protect this home together!" The people around also began to respond, and their voices merged into a force that could not be ignored, resounding through the silent night sky.

"Everyone, listen up," Su Ye announced loudly, "From now on, everyone will be a part of this battle. We will be divided into groups according to our respective expertise: blacksmiths and craftsmen will be responsible for making weapons and armor to enhance our combat effectiveness; wise men and scholars will continue to consult literature to find more ways to fight the shadow; Qi Meng and I will lead a team of volunteers to track down and seal the shadow; Su Ye, your emergency team will be responsible for protecting the citizens and ensuring everyone's safety."

"We will do our best!" People from all walks of life expressed their opinions in the crowd, their eyes full of determination and trust.

As the night deepened, preparations were underway in full swing. The blacksmith shop was brightly lit, and the sound of hammers and anvils hitting each other continued, forging fine weapons one after another. In the library, the wise man was surrounded by heavy ancient books. He used his weathered fingers to run across the yellowed pages, looking for the revelation of ancient wisdom.

At the same time, Qi Meng and Li Ji were in a hidden basement, studying the wall with strange totems in depth, trying to interpret the meaning behind each symbol. Li Ji turned to look at Qi Meng and said, "If we can understand the true power of these symbols, maybe we can gain an advantage in fighting the shadow."

Qi Meng nodded in agreement, and lightly touched the ancient marks with her fingertips, as if she could feel the power fluctuations hidden behind them. "We must be cautious, this power is too strong, and if we are not careful, it may bring greater disasters."

In every corner of the Forgotten City, people's actions gathered into an unstoppable force, and a tense and expectant atmosphere filled the air. Time passed by minute by minute, until the darkness before dawn reached its thickest, and everything was ready.

"Are you ready?" Su Ye stood in the center of the square, facing the gathered warriors and people. His words were full of inspiring power. "Today, we are not only fighting for the Forgotten City, but also for the love in each of our hearts, for light and hope."

"Ready!" The response was deafening, and everyone's face was filled with perseverance and determination.

"Then, let us welcome the arrival of the dawn together, expose the darkness, and restore the glory of the Forgotten City!" Qi Meng raised the staff high, and a ray of light shot up into the sky, illuminating the sky of the entire city, announcing the beginning of the counterattack.

At this moment, above the Forgotten City, a meteor streaked across the night sky, as if heralding change and rebirth.

"Look, a shooting star!" a little girl pointed to the sky and shouted in surprise. The people around her also looked up with expressions of awe and hope on their faces.

"Is this a sign of good luck?" Passerby A discussed in a low voice, with a strange light flashing in his eyes.

"Anyway, we're ready, aren't we?" B responded, clenching his fists to show his unyielding faith.

In this tense and hopeful atmosphere, the wise man slowly stepped forward, his eyes deep, as if he could see through the mist of time. "Since ancient times, the stars have always been the brightest in the darkest night. They are not only a sign, but also a light that guides us forward."

"The wise man is right, let us follow the light and move forward courageously!" The blacksmith responded loudly, the sharp edge of the newly forged sword in his hand revealed, reflecting the resolute faces of everyone.

As the first rays of morning light penetrated the darkness, the residents of the Forgotten City were ready to go, and each group acted quickly according to the plan. (End of this chapter)