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

Chapter 814 An Experience to Remember for a Lifetime

Su Ting exchanged a glance with his team members, then smiled gently: "That's right, we're here to help. Don't worry, come with us, we'll protect your safety."

With new faces joining the team, they embark on another unknown and challenging journey. The distant sky seems to hint at the new adventure to come, but how will the story unfold this time?

As night fell again, everyone finally relaxed around the warm campfire and began to talk about the future. When asked about their next plans, Su Ting looked up at the star-studded night sky and said softly, "No matter how many difficulties and obstacles lie ahead, as long as we are united, there is nothing we cannot overcome."

The atmosphere gradually relaxed as everyone sat around the campfire. Su Ting's words were like a reassuring pill, putting everyone at ease.

“The captain is right,” Su Ting added with a smile, “As long as we unite, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome.”

Fengling's gaze swept over everyone before settling on the newly joined villagers. She said gently, "Everyone must be tired today, so get some rest. There's a lot to do tomorrow."

“Thank you,” a villager said gratefully, looking at Fengling and Suting. “We are so grateful that you came to save us.”

Just as everyone was settling in, a voice broke the silence. "Wait!" It was a villager who looked a little younger. He rushed over. "I... I found something that might be helpful to you."

Su Ting raised an eyebrow, signaling him to continue. "On our escape route, we discovered a hidden cave. It seemed to be hiding something inside, but we didn't have time to examine it closely." The young man's voice carried a hint of tension and anticipation.

The news immediately attracted everyone's attention, especially Fengling, whose eyes sparkled with curiosity and excitement. "Is the place you mentioned far from here?" she asked.

"It's not too far, about half an hour's journey," the young man replied.

“Alright, then we’ll split into two teams. One team will stay here to protect the villagers, and I’ll lead the other team to explore the cave and see what’s going on.” Su Ting decisively gave the order and selected several of the stronger members to accompany him.

The remaining team members quickly arranged security measures for the camp to ensure everyone could spend the night safely. After Su Ting, Feng Ling, and several specially selected warriors left, those who remained began to get busy.

Night deepened, but the members of the small team about to embark on their unknown journey were far from sleepy. Wind Chime, leading the way, keenly observed her surroundings, ready to pave the way for any unforeseen events. "Look over there," she suddenly said, pointing to a dark area not far ahead, "If we go straight through there, we might save some time to reach our destination."

“I’ll listen to you,” Su Ting replied trustingly, “after all, you’re better at this than we are.”

And so, bathed in the interplay of moonlight and starlight, the expedition team silently traversed the most dangerous part of the dense forest. They didn't know what secrets or challenges lay ahead; but they knew that, whatever the outcome, it would be an experience they would remember for a lifetime…

Chapter 815 A Tightening Feeling

Chapter 815 A Tightening Feeling

Just then, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves, and the faint growls of animals could be heard in the distance. "That doesn't sound friendly," a warrior named Thunder murmured, gripping his longsword tighter. "We need to be careful."

Su Ting nodded in agreement, but then he heard the wind chimes make a soft yet clear sound: "Stop, everyone stay still."

"What's wrong?" Su Ting asked, puzzled.

Fengling pointed to a thicket of bushes a few meters ahead and whispered, "Someone's been following us. They haven't left since earlier. They're hiding there right now." At this, everyone instantly became alert.

"Who is it! Show yourself!" Su Ting shouted, his hand on his sword hilt, ready to draw his sword and fight at any moment.

After a moment of silence, a thin figure slowly emerged from the shadows, saying in a trembling voice, "Don't...don't misunderstand...I'm Old Zhou, the village hunter. I came to help because I was worried about your safety."

Seeing the elderly man's clearly kind intentions, everyone felt somewhat relieved. However, what followed made the story even more unpredictable...

"Then why did you secretly follow us? Is there anything we need to be particularly careful about?" Su Ting asked, his tone still carrying a hint of wariness.

Old Zhou sighed, his face grave, and said, "Actually...actually, about that cave, what's hidden inside...I'm afraid it's not a good thing. I'm worried..." He paused, seemingly hesitant to continue.

"Don't worry too much." Su Ting gave the other person an encouraging look. "No matter what happens, we'll face it together."

Old Zhou nodded, looking at Su Ting with gratitude. Although he was still filled with worry, seeing these brave young people brought him some comfort. "Alright, I'll tell you," he took a deep breath, "A very evil power lurks in the cave; it devours all life. Years ago, some villagers went in to explore, but none of them ever came out..."

Upon hearing this, the surrounding air seemed to grow even colder. Even a tough guy like Lei Ming couldn't help but shiver. "Then aren't we facing immense danger?" Su Ting's voice carried a hint of tension.

“Yes,” Wind Chime said softly, “but now that we’re here, there’s no turning back. Besides, we have our own strength.”

Seeing this, Old Zhou sighed again, "Young people, you are truly brave. However, please be careful not to let that evil force affect your minds."

"Thank you for reminding us. We will be careful." Su Ting smiled slightly, but his eyes were unusually firm.

Just as they were about to continue, a sudden gust of wind swept through the woods, rustling the leaves and making the entire night seem restless. Old Zhou's expression changed, and he cried out urgently, "Quick, get out of here! I feel something approaching..."

Without hesitation, the group quickened their pace and ran forward. Just then, several low roars and howls seemed to echo from the depths of the distant forest. The sound not only made the expedition team members tense, but even Old Zhou, who was following behind, almost collapsed to the ground in fright.

Chapter 816 Cry for Help

Chapter 816 Cry for Help

"That way!" Fengling, who had been leading the way at the front of the group, stopped and pointed to a spot in the dense forest on the right. There, the vegetation was swaying, and it seemed that some huge creature was approaching them.

"Get ready for battle!" Lei Ming shouted, raising his long sword in a fighting stance.

Just as everyone was on edge, waiting for the unknown enemy to appear, a figure quickly swept past the nearby woods. Instead of attacking, the figure ran straight to a large tree not far from them and hid there.

"Who is that?" Su Ting asked in surprise.

Su Ting frowned slightly, signaling everyone to remain vigilant before slowly speaking: "Friends or enemies, let's see how things go first."

Just then, a thin figure emerged from the shadows of the trees—it was a ragged boy who didn't seem like an enemy. His voice trembled as he said, "Don't misunderstand, my name is Amin. I'm one of the refugees who escaped from another nearby village. Lately, the monsters here have been increasing in number, and even the villagers can't fight them. I overheard you planning to explore that terrifying cave, so I came to ask for help."

"Oh? How do you know about the cave?" Su Ting asked, his eyes fixed intently on the other person.

“People from other villages have mentioned that some powerful and evil being lives in the cave,” Amin hurriedly explained, his eyes filled with fear. “If you can stop it, perhaps we can all gain freedom and safety.”

Upon hearing this, Su Ting and the other team members exchanged glances, seemingly pondering how to deal with this unexpected situation. Just then, an even louder roar rang out, interrupting their conversation.

“It seems we don’t have time to discuss this further.” Su Ting decisively issued the order, “Feng Ling, Su Ting, and Lao Zhou, the three of you take Amin back to a safe area first; the rest of you stay with me to deal with this trouble.”

“But Captain…” Su Ting began hesitantly, but was stopped by Su Ting’s stern gaze before he could finish.

"This is an order, move out!" The unquestionable voice rang out, and everyone present felt an irresistible aura.

So Fengling and the others quickly turned and retreated, while Su Ting led the remaining team members to bravely face the upcoming challenge. "No matter what, we must find a solution to this problem tonight. Because behind us are countless helpless lives like Amin waiting for our help and protection." Su Ting made up his mind, his heart burning with fighting spirit.

Just then, a huge and ferocious monster finally burst out of the darkness...

"Wow, these people are really amazing!" A passing merchant stood not far away, quietly observing and marveling at their courage and efficiency. "I heard that Su Ting's team is one of the most influential adventurers on this continent, and now it seems that their reputation is well-deserved."

Another companion nodded in agreement, saying, "That's right, it would be wonderful if we could join them. Not only could we see more new and exciting things, but we could also bring about some change to the world."

"Alas, it's a pity we're just ordinary people," the businessman sighed inwardly, but this only strengthened his resolve to strive to improve himself and become a useful person...

Chapter 817 Punishment

Chapter 817 Punishment

"Captain Su, what should we do next?" Lei Ming asked in a low voice.

Su Ting surveyed the surroundings, his gaze finally settling on the faintly visible cave entrance in the distance. "Let's go in first. Whatever awaits us inside, we must give it our all."

"Understood!" the entire team responded in unison, and then they were ready to go...

Just as they were about to step into the cave, a chilling aura seemed to fill the air. "Is it really okay?" Su Ting asked himself silently, his grip on his weapon tightening involuntarily.

Su Ting gently patted his shoulder to encourage him: "Don't worry, no matter how difficult the road ahead may be, as long as we are united, there is nothing that cannot be overcome."

And so, the group resolutely stepped into the unknown, ready to face the turning point of their destiny...

"Hey, do you guys think these guys will succeed?" Two teenagers who had been watching the whole thing from the shadows discussed amongst themselves. One of them said hopefully, "I hope so. After all, this is a big deal concerning the future of all of us."

“Yes, I hope they succeed too.” Another boy nodded, “But if it’s really as terrifying as that kid said, the things in the cave are…” His voice clearly carried a hint of worry.

Just as the two boys were engrossed in their discussion, Su Ting and the others entered the cave. As the light gradually dimmed, a thin layer of mist filled the air, making it feel exceptionally heavy. Leading the group was Feng Ling, wielding a long sword and displaying extreme vigilance, while closely following behind was Lao Zhou, carrying a short knife and responsible for rear security. Lei Ming and several other team members provided support in the middle, ready to respond to any possible situation.

The further they went, the lower the temperature unexpectedly became. A strange smell seemed to emanate from the air—a mixture of rust and decay. The group quickened their pace, eager to uncover the secrets hidden within this mysterious place.

Just then, a series of light footsteps alerted everyone. "Who's there?" Su Ting said in a deep voice, his sharp eyes scanning the surroundings like knives. "We don't have any enemies anymore?" Old Zhou looked around in confusion.

"Quiet!" Wind Chime lowered her voice, signaling everyone to stop what they were doing, while simultaneously listening intently. "There's definitely movement, and it's coming from more than one direction..."

Sure enough, within moments, several dark figures silently appeared in their line of sight and quickly approached their location. "You foolish humans!" one of the figures sneered, his voice hoarse and grating, sending chills down their spines. "How dare you disturb the resting place of our great master? Prepare to be punished!"

Seeing this, everyone immediately went into battle mode: longswords were raised high above their heads, ready to be fired; arrows were drawn and aimed at the enemy; even Old Zhou, who was usually the calmest and most composed, now had his eyes wide open and his fists clenched. "Stop talking nonsense, let's get started!" he roared.

Both sides launched their attacks almost simultaneously—Su Ting charged ahead, his longsword flashing and forcing back the attackers; while Feng Ling nimbly weaved through the battlefield, seeking opportunities to deliver a fatal blow. Throughout the entire process, no one uttered a single discordant sound or showed any sign of fear; instead, they faced their opponents with even greater fighting spirit, as if everyone knew that only by uniting could they defeat a powerful foe.

Chapter 818 Staying True to One's Original Aspiration

Chapter 818 Staying True to One's Original Aspiration

The battle lasted for a good ten minutes before gradually subsiding. Not only did the monsters fall, but several adventurers also had to withdraw from the front lines due to injuries. Even so, under the captain's resolute gaze, everyone gritted their teeth and persevered, refusing to give up even the slightest hope. "Keep going!" Although the tone remained stern, a clear sense of concern could be felt within it.

So, dragging their weary bodies, they set off again. Each step they took echoed beneath their feet, remarkably clear and loud in the utter silence. "This place is really uncomfortable..." one of their teammates, whose injuries were relatively minor, murmured, but he didn't stop there; instead, he quickened his pace to keep up with the team's route.

Just as the atmosphere grew increasingly tense, a soft light suddenly pierced through the thick fog and came into view. "What's that?" Everyone was astonished and quickened their pace towards the source of the light…

When they finally saw the scene before them, even the usually strong Lei Ming couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "Where is this? This is unbelievable..."

In the center of this vast, empty, palace-like secret chamber, there was a crystal ball emitting a warm white light. It floated quietly in mid-air, radiating a faint warmth, surrounded by concentric circles of flowing energy, making it appear exceptionally sacred and solemn.

"Is this the legendary thing?" Su Ting's eyes gleamed with barely concealed excitement. "If we can get our hands on it, it might really change our current predicament!"

But at that moment, another powerful aura suddenly rose from behind the crystal ball. "Intruders, do you think you can easily obtain the artifact like this?" As the words fell, a figure completely covered in a dark cloak slowly stepped into everyone's sight.

"It seems things aren't as simple as they seemed," Lei Ming murmured, crouching slightly to assume a defensive stance. The other members were equally on high alert, not daring to be careless in the slightest.

"Friends or enemies? It's too early to say," the other party said coldly. "But since you've come here, it proves you possess a certain level of strength. Tell me, what is your purpose in coming here?"

Hearing this, Su Ting took a deep breath and mustered his courage to speak: "We come from a distant village, which is greatly threatened by monsters. We've heard that only this crystal ball can bring peace and tranquility..."

Before he could finish speaking, the person in the darkness nodded slightly in understanding. "Yes, I understand. But remember: with power comes corresponding responsibility. I hope that no matter what challenges you encounter in the future, you will always stay true to your original aspirations."

As soon as he finished speaking, the figure in the darkness suddenly moved, revealing a pair of sharp eyes beneath the cloak, emitting a faint blue light. "Since that's the case, then I'll give you a chance." His words carried a hint of coldness and authority, "But if you want to obtain the power of the crystal ball, you must first pass the trials I've set."