The well was shrouded in heavy shadows, and the depth of the well could be vaguely seen. Su Jianyang looked at the well and caught a glimpse of Yang Jing's eyes, filled with a hint of unease yet also curiosity. In this strange event, the two of them seemed to have become each other's only support.
They resolutely decided that the next step was to step into the ancient well and explore its secrets. With each step of descent, they gradually sank into the profound Darkness, their feelings of tension and anticipation intertwining in their hearts.
In the depths, just as it was about to touch the bottom of the well, a soft light suddenly pierced through the Darkness, illuminating a whole new space. This was no longer the stone-lined bottom of the well, but rather a hidden realm untouched by the outside world.
This place was enveloped in a soft golden light, surrounded by green trees and peculiar flowers emitting a faint fragrance. In this bizarre world, everything seemed harmonious and calm. Despite its extraordinary nature, there was no trace of terror or unease, but rather an indescribable sense of comfort, with a faint glow shimmering on the surrounding stone walls. The sound of their breathing seemed particularly abrupt in this silence. Yang Jing cautiously said, "This place... is truly peculiar. I can sense a strange atmosphere, as if countless eyes are watching us."
Su Jianyang nodded, his gaze sweeping around as a strange sense of restlessness rose in his heart. He realized that this place seemed to be more than just a physical space, but rather a transcendental realm. As they took a few steps, they suddenly felt themselves engulfed in a mist. Phantoms began to emerge, intertwining past and future in a way that made it hard to distinguish reality from illusion.
At that moment, Su Jianyang saw his own past, the days when he was still in the big city, dedicated to his work as a police officer, fearless in his pursuit of the truth. He remembered how he had been a standout in the police station, always finding a way to solve even the most challenging cases.
In these illusions, he also saw his own struggles, how he fought against the forces of darkness in pursuit of justice, and how he suffered oppression and exclusion. His rigor and perseverance placed him at the forefront of people's minds, but at the same time made him a thorn in the side of certain powers.
As the illusions shifted, Su Jianyang suddenly saw a scene: he saw his hand receiving a letter in the darkness, a letter revealing scandals within the police department and its connections to criminal organizations. He tried to expose it all, but soon faced threats and retaliation.
This letter became the reason for his transfer. He was demoted to Qing Town, forced to leave the familiar city, and separated from his supporters and colleagues. Su Jianyang suddenly realized that this event was the turning point in his adversity and the starting point of his pursuit of truth.
A resolute feeling surged within him, and he loudly exclaimed to the illusion, "I will not yield. Justice will prevail, and I will wait for it!" Su Jianyang's voice was full of determination. His gaze pierced through the illusory images, and through these past scenes, he found his own perseverance. At that moment, the illusion began to blur even more, as if gradually dissipating under some kind of force.
At the same time, Yang Jing also saw the phantom of his past. He found himself in the campus scenery of a university, recalling his passion for the news industry in his early years. Each scene depicted his former emotions and efforts.
Since his university days, he had a strong interest in the news industry. At that time, he understood that what he pursued was not just exposure and fame. In his eyes, news was an important means of revealing the truth and promoting social justice. After graduation, Yang Jing joined a large media company and became a full-time journalist.
Although he is full of curiosity and keen insights about the news, his impulsiveness and lack of patience occasionally lead him into trouble. Once, he obtained a lead involving government corruption, and he was very excited about it, thinking it would be the biggest breakthrough in his life. After conducting a thorough investigation on his own and spending several months gathering evidence, he finally had enough material to write a shocking report. However, when he submitted the information to the editor, he was told that the story was too sensitive to be published.
Disappointed, Yang Jing decided to disclose this information to an independent online media. The report immediately caused a huge social response. However, shortly after, Yang Jing found himself becoming the target of the media, and his family was also threatened.
In a difficult situation, Yang Jing finally understood that seeking the truth sometimes comes with a cost. But he did not back down, instead, he became more determined in his beliefs. Shortly after, Yang Jing resigned from his original job and chose to become a freelance journalist. He decided to focus on social and criminal issues, hoping to continue to expose more unknown truths.
The scene in front of Yang Jing quickly played in his mind, as if it were a reenactment of his past. His eyes were full of determination, understanding the trials he would have to endure in this world of illusions. "Being a freelance journalist is the best!" Yang Jing loudly declared his manifesto to the already dispersed illusion, leaving Su Jianyang feeling at a loss, "Uh... Qing Town Police Station, great?" The awkward scene made the two choose to silently continue forward, not speaking to each other.
The road ahead is getting narrower, as if leading to an unknown depth. They walked through stone steps, traversing dense Darkness. Their belief filled them with courage, no longer afraid of the disturbance of illusions.
As they continued, their steps became slower and slower, as if an invisible resistance was hindering them. Their breathing also became rapid, as if the surrounding air was becoming denser, filled with oppression.
However, the two did not back down and continued to move forward, step by step, towards the unknown. Their gaze remained focused ahead, and their determination allowed them to overcome all obstacles. Finally, a faint glimmer appeared ahead, and as they approached, the light gradually brightened, illuminating the path ahead. As they emerged from the Darkness, the sight before them filled them with wonder.
Before them lay a wide cave, emitting a faint blue light, with unique plants growing on the ground, giving off a subtle fragrance. At the end of the cave was a massive stone door, adorned with ancient patterns, as if it were the entrance to a secret realm.
Su Jianyang and Yang Jing stopped in their tracks, feeling the atmosphere inside the cave. They exchanged a confirming glance, as if this place was the endpoint of their quest for the truth.
"Should we go in?" Yang Jing asked, his voice echoing in the cave.
Su Jianyang nodded and said without hesitation, "Yes, we have come this far, we cannot stop now. This stone gate may be the key to the answer we are looking for."
The two of them took another step forward towards the stone gate. As they reached the gate, suddenly, it emitted a low sound and slowly began to move apart.
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