Courtyard House: My Long and Hard Body Makes Me Play with All the Women in the Courtyard

Carl and Mark stood beside Su Ting, nodding firmly. Su Ting also stepped forward, his eyes resolute: "I will do my best to cooperate with everyone's actions and will not hold anyone back."

Su Ting smiled and patted her on the shoulder: "I believe in you."

The group, fully prepared, embarked on their journey. The scenery gradually became desolate, with dense forests transforming into boundless grasslands. Occasionally, a few eagles would fly overhead, adding to the tense atmosphere.

After several hours of rapid travel, they arrived at an open area. Not far ahead was a dense forest, which seemed to hide some unknown secrets.

"Captain, I think we should send someone to scout ahead before deciding whether to go in," Karl suggested.

Su Ting nodded in agreement: "Okay, you and Mark go and investigate first. The rest of you wait here for now."

Carl and Mark quickly disappeared into the dense forest, vanishing from sight in no time. Su Ting looked at Su Ting uneasily and asked in a low voice, "Aren't they in danger?"

"Don't worry, they are our elites, there won't be any problems," Su Ting reassured him.

A moment later, Carl and Mark returned to the group, their faces grave.

"What's wrong?" Su Ting asked.

“We found some signs of human activity deep in the forest, as well as some buildings,” Mark said in a deep voice. “It looks like someone is secretly operating.”

Chapter 622 Entering the Ruins

Chapter 622 Entering the Ruins

"Should we change our plans?" Su Ting asked.

“No, we must keep going,” Su Ting said firmly. “It’s the only way. But we must be more careful to avoid being discovered by the enemy.”

"Understood," the team members responded one after another.

The group continued forward, passing through dense forest, when suddenly the view opened up before them. A dilapidated ruin appeared, surrounded by a mysterious and eerie atmosphere.

"This is it," Su Ting said softly.

Su Ting clenched his fists, silently praying, "I hope we can succeed."

Su Ting looked at everyone, his eyes flashing with determination: "Everyone get ready, we're going into the ruins."

As soon as Su Ting finished speaking, a cold wind blew by, and the low echoes emanating from the ruins seemed to be a warning to them. Su Ting subconsciously tightened his cloak and stared resolutely into the depths of the ruins.

“Let’s not rush forward,” Su Ting raised his hand to signal everyone to stop. “Karl, Mark, you two check the surroundings carefully again to see if there are any traps or enemy ambushes.”

"Understood." The two quickly dispersed, each exploring in different directions. Su Ting stood still, closely following Su Ting, not daring to relax for a moment.

"Su Ting, stay behind me and keep an eye on your surroundings. Tell me immediately if anything seems amiss," Su Ting said in a low voice.

"Okay, Su Ting." Su Ting nodded, feeling nervous but not flustered.

A few minutes later, Carl and Mark returned to the group, shaking their heads and saying, "We didn't find any obvious traps or ambushes, but it's better to be cautious."

“Alright, then we’ll split into two groups. Carl and I will be in one group, and Mark will take Suting. Both groups will remain vigilant,” Suting assigned. “We’ll go into the ruins separately and call on each other if anything happens.”

Su Ting followed Mark to the left, the stones and weeds along the way seeming to tell the story of the ruins' former glory and desolation. Her heart raced, but she tried to remain calm, gripping her short sword even tighter.

"Suting, relax and believe in yourself," Mark said softly.

"I know, I just hope everything can be resolved smoothly." Su Ting sighed softly, trying to calm his inner unease.

As the two continued on their way, they suddenly heard a slight noise in the distance. Su Ting immediately stopped and stared sharply in the direction from which the sound came.

"What's wrong?" Mark asked in a low voice.

"There seems to be some movement over there." Su Ting pointed to a shadowy area on the left. "Let's go take a look."

The two approached silently, and through the sparse vines, they could vaguely make out a blurry figure. Mark gestured for Su Ting to stay where he was, while he slowly approached the figure.

"Who's there?" Suddenly, the figure asked in a hoarse voice, full of vigilance.

“Friend, don’t be afraid, we are not your enemies,” Mark said slowly, raising his hands in a gesture of goodwill.

"Who are you? What are you doing here?" The voice sounded somewhat panicked.

At this moment, Su Ting walked up to Mark and said softly, "We are here to find something important, and we mean no offense."

“Something important…” The man hesitated for a moment, then slowly emerged from the shadows, revealing a slightly haggard face. “You’ve come to find the ‘Heart of Light,’ haven’t you?”

Chapter 623 Must Pass the Test

Chapter 623 Must Pass the Test

Su Ting nodded slightly and asked curiously, "Do you know where it is?"

“I know, but getting it won’t be easy.” A hint of melancholy flashed in the man’s eyes. “Come with me, I’ll take you there.”

The three of them traversed a winding path until they arrived at a hidden cave. The cave entrance was covered with various strange runes, as if they were part of an ancient spell.

"This is where the 'Heart of Light' is kept, but you must pass a test to enter," the man said solemnly.

"A test?" Su Ting looked at the other person in confusion.

“That’s right, this is a design of the ancients’ wisdom; only those who are truly trustworthy can enter.” The man nodded, then turned to Mark and said, “You wait here for us; I can only take one person in.”

Mark glanced at Su Ting and nodded. "Then you must be careful."

“Don’t worry, Mark,” Su Ting said with a smile, then followed the man into the cave.

The cave was dimly lit, and Su Ting followed closely behind the man's steps, proceeding cautiously. Each step was taken with extreme care, for fear of triggering some mechanism. Just as they were about to reach the center, a beam of pale blue light suddenly shone down from the cave ceiling, illuminating a huge stone platform upon which lay a crystal radiating brilliant light—the legendary 'Heart of Light'.

"This is it," the man said in a low voice, a hint of excitement in his voice.

However, just as Su Ting reached out to take it, a sudden, intense chill enveloped her. Immediately afterwards, a cold voice echoed through the cave:

Do you think you can easily obtain the 'Heart of Light' this way?

Su Ting's body stiffened instantly, the chill cutting into her skin like sharp blades. She turned her head and saw a figure in an ice-blue robe slowly emerge from the shadows. The person's face was indifferent, and their eyes seemed to hold ice and snow that had never melted for a thousand years.

"Who are you?" Su Ting asked, forcing out a voice despite the biting cold.

“I am the guardian of this place,” the man’s voice was as cold as the wind. “You have trespassed here without permission, which is absolutely unacceptable.”

“We have come here in search of the ‘Heart of Light’,” Su Ting said through gritted teeth, his tone firm. “This is very important to us, and I hope you can understand.”

The guardian gave a cold laugh and said, "Everyone would say that. However, the 'Heart of Light' is not something that can be touched casually. It contains immense power, and only a truly pure heart can possess it."

Su Ting's heart skipped a beat, recalling what the guide had said: "A test? Is this what they call a test?"

She raised her head, looked directly into the guardian's eyes, and said in a deep voice, "If that's the case, I'm willing to accept any test. Please tell me what to do."

A hint of surprise flashed in the guardian's eyes, then he nodded slightly: "Alright, in that case, I can give you a chance. However, this test is not simple. You must prove that your heart is free of any impure thoughts, or you will bear the consequences."

“I’m willing to try,” Su Ting replied without hesitation.

With a wave of the guardian's hand, the light in the cave began to shift, and the surrounding environment distorted accordingly. Moments later, a phantom world appeared before them. In this world, there was a vast snowfield, and at its center lay a massive crystal—the "Heart of Light."

Chapter 624 The Heart of Light

Chapter 624 The Heart of Light

"Your task is to reach that crystal and bring it back to the real world," the Guardian said slowly. "But along the way, you will face inner challenges and temptations, and a single misstep will lead to failure. Are you ready?"

Su Ting took a deep breath, his eyes hardening: "I'm ready."

Having said that, Su Ting stepped onto this virtual snowfield. The scenery before her kept changing; one moment it was her warm home, the next it was a joyful scene of friends gathering. Various beautiful memories surged like a tide, trying to shake her resolve. She steadied herself time and time again, not letting these images disturb her.

Finally, after countless trials, she arrived before the "Heart of Light." Reaching out to gently touch it, she immediately felt a warm power flow into her body. At that very moment, the surrounding illusory scenery vanished, and they returned to their original cave.

The mysterious guide watching over Su Ting gave him an approving look, and the guardian nodded as well: "Congratulations, you have successfully passed the test."

"Thank you for your permission." Su Ting thanked him respectfully, then carefully picked up the "Heart of Light," afraid of damaging it in any way.

Just then, the cave suddenly began to shake, cracks appeared in the surrounding stone walls, and small stones kept falling. The guardian's expression changed, and he immediately said, "We have to go! This place is about to collapse!"

Clutching the "Heart of Light," Su Ting followed the Guardian and the guide as they rushed out. They traversed narrow passages, dodging falling rocks, and finally reached the cave's exit. Just as they burst through the opening, a deafening roar echoed behind them, and the entire cave collapsed.

The three stood outside catching their breath for a while. Su Ting looked at the "Heart of Light" in her hand, her heart filled with relief. She turned to the Guardian and respectfully asked, "Your Excellency, what should I do now?"

The Guardian glanced at the "Heart of Light," a complex emotion flashing in his eyes, and said, "You have proven your purity and courage; the 'Heart of Light' truly belongs to you. However, possessing this power also means bearing the corresponding responsibility. I hope you will use it wisely."

“I understand.” Su Ting nodded firmly. “I will use this power to protect the innocent and punish evil.”

The mysterious guide then stepped forward, smiling, and said, "Alright, the mission is complete, and we can leave now. But please remember, the real test is always on the way."

“Thank you,” Su Ting said gratefully, “If it weren’t for you, I probably wouldn’t have been able to find this place at all.”

The guide waved his hand and smiled, "You're welcome, it's what I should do."

Just then, a gust of wind blew by, carrying a hint of coolness. Su Ting felt a chill rise from the bottom of her heart. She abruptly looked up at the Guardian and asked, "Was that sound you made just now?"

The guardian shook his head slightly, his expression turning serious: "No, that's not me. This valley hides many secrets; you'd better be careful."

"Could there be someone else?" Su Ting asked doubtfully.

The guide nodded: "Yes, this place is not peaceful. We need to get out of here quickly."

The three quickly left the valley and retraced their steps along the path they had come from. On the way, Su Ting couldn't help but ask, "Do you know the secrets of this place? What exactly are those dangers?"

Chapter 625 Unveiling the Secret of the 'Heart of Light'

Chapter 625 Unveiling the Secret of the 'Heart of Light'