Early the next morning, the group continued deep into the "Smoke Forest Sea" in the Sanskrit Forest, passed through the dense woods, and finally came to a hidden valley. The sight in front of you is breathtaking: a silver-white waterfall pours down from a high place, stirring up countless water splashes and shining with colorful light in the sun. Below the falls lies a calm lake surrounded by flower-filled meadows.
"It's so beautiful here," Saraswati admired softly, "It's like being in a fairyland."
At this moment, a figure walked out of the cave behind the waterfall. It was a woman wearing a white robe, with long hair like a waterfall and a peaceful face. She walked slowly towards Ebert and his group, smiled and said, "Welcome to the holy land of the Sanskrit Forest, my children."
Captain Akash immediately stepped forward and saluted: "Dear Madam, we finally found you. The elders have been worried about your safety."
The woman nodded slightly, "I appreciate your concern. This is my refuge and a place where I coexist with nature."
Ebert looked carefully at the mother of the Son of Light. She was indeed as elegant and noble as the rumors said, but for some reason, Ebert always felt that something was wrong. He frowned, but couldn't tell what specifically made him feel violated.
"Madam," Abbott asked tentatively, "How are you living here? Have you encountered any dangers?"
The woman turned to Ebert, with a flash of emotion in her eyes that Ebert could not decipher. "It is safe here, young mage. Nature has given me shelter, and I have found inner peace here."
Captain Akash interrupted their conversation: "Madam, we must leave here as soon as possible. The elders sent us to take you back to Jiluoduo City. The situation is urgent."
The woman was silent for a while, then said softly: "I understand. Then, let's set off."
Akash nodded and turned to everyone: "Everyone, we will return to the spacecraft on the same route now. Please stay vigilant and ensure the safety of my wife."
Ebert wanted to ask more questions, but seeing Akash's determined eyes, he had to suppress the questions in his heart for the time being. The entire team began to return along the way they came. The mother of the Son of Light was placed in the center of the team and was closely protected.
On the way back, Ebert kept observing this mysterious woman. She behaved elegantly and spoke well, but Ebert always felt that there was something inexplicable in her eyes. Whenever he tried to get close to talk, Akash would deftly push him away.
"Ebert," Saraswati whispered in his ear, "do you feel a little strange too?"
Ebert nodded, "Indeed...but I can't tell what's wrong specifically. We have to stay vigilant."
As the team gradually approached the location of the spacecraft, Ebert's heart was filled with questions. Who is the mother of this child of light? Why was she in that hidden valley? Also, why did he feel an inexplicable sense of disobedience to her?
When they finally saw the outline of the spacecraft, Abbott secretly determined to find a chance to figure out these mysteries. He knew that this mission might be more complicated than it seemed. And that mysterious woman may be the key to solving all mysteries.
As the sun set, the group finally arrived at the open space where the spaceship was parked. The two remaining team members showed relief when they saw everyone returning safely.
"Report captain, everything is normal." One of the team members saluted Akash.
Akash nodded and then turned to the mother of the Son of Light: "Madam, please come with me on board. We will take off immediately to the city of Giralta."
At this moment, Ebert finally found the opportunity to speak: "Wait, Captain. Before we leave, I have a few questions to ask Madam."
Akash frowned and seemed a little displeased: "Ebert, now is not the time. We must leave here as soon as possible."
However, the mother of the Son of Light gently raised her hand to signal Akash to calm down. She turned to Ebert with a mysterious smile on her face: "Young mage, what do you want to ask?"
Ebert took a deep breath and looked directly into her eyes: "Madam, why are you in that hidden valley? It doesn't look like a place you discovered by accident."
The woman's smile did not change at all: "Smart question. That valley is indeed my carefully chosen refuge. In this turbulent era, some truths must be protected."
"What kind of truth?" Ebert asked.
The woman's eyes suddenly became profound: "About the balance between light and darkness, about the true face of this world. Ebert, some things are not as simple as they seem."
Akash interjected at this time: "Madam, we really need to go."
The woman nodded, but before turning around, she gave Ebert a meaningful look: "Young man, maintain your curiosity. But also remember that some answers may subvert your worldview."
Later, at Akash's urging, everyone boarded the spacecraft. Ebert sat by the window, watching the Sanskrit Forest gradually shrinking, his heart filled with doubts and uneasiness.
Saraswati came closer to him and said softly, "What do you think about what that lady said...?"
Ebert shook his head: "I'm not sure. But I have a feeling that we may be involved in a bigger situation than we imagined."
"You mean... there might be something going on between the Son of Light and his mother that we don't know about?"
"Maybe," Ebert said thoughtfully, "but no matter what, we must remain vigilant. I always feel that the real challenge has just begun."
The spaceship passed through the clouds and flew towards the distant city of Jiluoduo. Ebert looked at the changing scenery outside the window, and the words of the mother of the Son of Light kept replaying in his mind. He knew that this mission was far from over, but the beginning of a bigger mystery.
As the spaceship gradually moved away from the Sanskrit Forest, Ebert secretly made up his mind to find out the truth behind this. No matter what awaits him ahead, he will face it bravely. Because he understands that only the truth can bring real light.
The spacecraft shuttled smoothly between the clouds, but the atmosphere inside the cabin seemed a bit solemn. Ebot noticed that Captain Akash had been staying beside the mother of the Son of Light and seemed to be talking in a low voice. The other team members remained alert, scanning their surroundings from time to time.
Saraswati quietly approached Ebote and said softly: "Do you think Captain Akash's behavior is a little strange? He seems to be deliberately preventing us from approaching the lady."
Abbott nodded slightly, "That's true. I always feel that they are hiding something. But now all we can do is wait patiently and observe the situation."
At this moment, the spacecraft suddenly shook violently. Everyone stood up in surprise.
"What's going on?" Akash asked loudly.
A response came from the cockpit: "Report to the captain, we encountered a strong airflow. But it has stabilized, please don't worry."
But the mother of the Son of Light suddenly stood up, her eyes became sharp: "No, this is not an ordinary air flow. We are being followed."
Akash immediately ordered: "Everyone be on alert! Prepare for possible attacks!"
Ebert and Saraswati exchanged a look, and the two quickly came to the window. Sure enough, in the clouds behind the spacecraft, several black spots could be vaguely seen approaching quickly.
"What is that?" Saraswati exclaimed.
Ebert narrowed his eyes and observed carefully: "It looks like some kind of flying monster... Wait, there seems to be someone on the back of those monsters!"
When Akash heard the news, his face became more solemn: "Damn it, it's the Shadow Knights. How did they find this place?"
The mother of the Son of Light showed a mysterious smile: "It seems that the game has begun."
When Abbott heard this, his doubts deepened. But there was no time to dwell on it now because the Shadow Knights were approaching.
"Epot, Saraswati," Akash ordered loudly, "you are responsible for defending the rear. Others, protect the safety of the madam! We must get to Giralda City as soon as possible!"
The spacecraft began to accelerate, flying through the clouds. Ebert and Saraswati quickly cast defensive magic to build a magical barrier for the spacecraft.
At this moment, the first wave of attacks struck. Several black magic beams hit the spacecraft, and the entire fuselage shook violently again.
"Hold on!" Ebert shouted, while increasing the intensity of his defensive magic.
Saraswati began to chant a counter-spell, and several rays of silver light shot out from the spacecraft, forcing several shadow knights back.
The battle raged in the clouds, with the spaceship and the Shadow Knights chasing each other. Ebert was filled with questions: Why did the Shadow Knights appear here? Who are their targets? What role does the Mother of the Children of Light play in this conflict?
As the outline of the city of Giralda gradually appeared in the distance, Abbott knew that the truth might be more complicated than he imagined. And this high-altitude chase may be just the beginning of a larger conspiracy.