After finding the entrance to Atlantis, Leo and Ariana decided to explore the island that was hidden beneath the force field. They were amazed by the beauty and diversity of the landscape, which had mountains, forests, rivers, and lakes. They saw many plants and animals that they had never seen before, some of which seemed to have magical properties. They also noticed that the island had a strange energy that made them feel more alive and connected.
They followed a path that led them to a large temple that stood on a hill. The temple was made of white marble and gold, and had intricate carvings and statues that depicted scenes from the Atlantean history and mythology. Leo and Ariana entered the temple, hoping to find more clues about the lost civilization.
They explored the temple, which had many rooms and corridors. They found a library that contained books and scrolls written in an ancient language that Ariana could read. She translated some of them for Leo, and they learned more about the Atlantean culture, science, art, and religion. They also found a map that showed the layout of the city of Atlantis, which was located at the center of the island. They decided to go there next, after they finished exploring the temple.
They also found a chamber that contained a large crystal that glowed with a blue light. Ariana said that it was a power source that supplied energy to the whole island. She said that it was also a communication device that could connect with other crystals around the world. She said that she could use it to contact her ancestors, who might still be alive somewhere.
She approached the crystal and touched it with her hand. She closed her eyes and concentrated, trying to establish a connection. Leo watched her with curiosity and admiration, wondering what she was seeing and hearing.
Suddenly, they heard a loud noise outside the temple. They looked out of the window and saw a group of pirates who had arrived on a ship. The pirates had somehow managed to bypass the force field and enter the island. They were armed with swords, and they looked greedy and ruthless. They were searching for treasure and plundering everything they could find.
Leo and Ariana realized that they were in danger. They grabbed their backpacks and weapons, and ran out of the chamber. They tried to sneak out of the temple, but they were spotted by some of the pirates who chased after them.
They fought their way out of the temple, using their skills and abilities to fend off the attackers. Leo used his Sunblade and Dagger, while Ariana used her magic and agility. They worked together as a team, covering each other's backs.
They managed to reach the exit of the temple, but they saw more pirates waiting for them outside. They were surrounded by enemies who wanted to capture them or kill them.
They had no choice but to fight their way through them. They hoped to reach their boat, which was docked at a nearby bay. They hoped that it was still there, and that it was not damaged or stolen by the pirates.
They fought bravely and fiercely, but they were outnumbered and outmatched. The pirates were relentless and vicious, and they did not show any mercy.
Leo and Ariana knew that they had to escape from the island as soon as possible. They knew that they had to find Atlantis before it was too late.
Leo started swinging his sword in a swift motion, killing the pirates in front of them, making a hole in the pirate encirclement, and escaped.