Chapter 684: Imprisonment Measures

Bai Ye stood in the dark and spacious underground stone chamber. The stone walls around were inlaid with faint fluorescent stones, which covered the quiet space with a layer of mysterious silver yarn. He stared at the crystal in his hand, which was a strange gem emitting soft blue light, as if it contained endless power and secrets. After careful planning and unremitting efforts, he finally placed this crystal that could change the world pattern safely in a special box.

This box is made of rare obsidian, with complex runes engraved on the surface. Every stroke flashes with a faint light. They are not only decorations, but also powerful sealing formations designed to protect the crystal from any external forces. Bai Ye gently closed the lid of the box, and there was a "click". It seemed that countless chains were intertwined in the void, tightly binding the treasures in the box.

"Soldiers, do it." Bai Ye ordered in a deep voice. His voice echoed in the empty stone chamber with unquestionable majesty. Hearing this, the surrounding soldiers acted quickly. They were well-trained and their movements were uniform. Under the command of several craftsmen, a huge iron cage was slowly lifted up. It was made of fine iron, heavy and solid. Each iron bar was carefully forged and shone with a cold metallic luster.

As the iron cage slowly descended, the atmosphere in the entire stone chamber became more solemn. The soldiers held their breath and concentrated, fearing that they would accidentally disturb the treasure that was about to be imprisoned. Finally, the iron cage landed steadily on the box, wrapping it tightly inside, as if building an indestructible fortress.

"After confirming that it is correct, make the final seal." Bai Ye's voice sounded again, and his eyes revealed firmness and determination. The craftsmen immediately stepped forward, holding special instruments, and began to draw more complex seal patterns around the iron cage. These patterns gradually lit up with their movements, interweaving into a huge net, completely isolating the iron cage and the crystal from the world.

Time seemed to freeze at this moment, and everyone's heart slowly let go as the seal was completed. Bai Ye walked to the iron cage and looked at it deeply. He was worried about unknown challenges and had a firm belief in protecting peace. "This is not only to protect the crystal, but also to protect the peace of this world." He said silently in his heart.

Then, Bai Ye ordered the giant iron cage to be placed in the deepest part of the stone chamber, where there was a secret door leading to a safer and hidden underground space. The soldiers took action again. They used pulleys and ropes to carefully move the heavy iron cage. Every step seemed so cautious and solemn.

After some effort, the iron cage was finally placed in the designated position. Bai Ye personally checked it over and over again, making sure that every detail was perfect, and then nodded slowly. "Now, we can breathe a sigh of relief for a while." He said softly, but there was still a hint of imperceptible tension in his tone.

In the following days, Bai Ye and his soldiers took turns guarding outside this secret stone chamber. They knew that this important task was not only to protect the crystal, but also to be responsible for the whole world. As time went by, the legend of the crystal gradually spread among the people, but most people did not know where it was, let alone how much effort and sacrifice Bai Ye and his soldiers had made for it.

However, the real challenge has just begun. Faced with these potential threats, Bai Ye and his team must always remain vigilant and be ready to meet any possible challenges.

In the process, Bai Ye also gradually discovered that the power of the crystal is much more complicated than he imagined. It is not only a powerful weapon, but also a key connecting different worlds and dimensions. And to truly master this power, it is necessary to solve the mysteries behind the crystal and uncover the truth hidden in it.

Commissioner Smith walked with heavy steps through the faint light in the stone chamber, his shadow was stretched long, as if foreshadowing the uninvited breath he was about to bring. His eyes flickered in the dimness, and finally stopped on Bai Ye's resolute back. Bai Ye was standing in front of the iron cage, staring at the crystal that seemed to be asleep, his heart full of worries about the unknown and his persistence in responsibility.

"Bai Ye." Commissioner Smith's voice was low and powerful, breaking the silence in the stone chamber. Bai Ye turned around after hearing the voice, frowning slightly, as if trying to guess the intention behind the commissioner's sudden visit.

"What's wrong, Commissioner Smith? Is there an emergency?" Although Bai Ye's voice was calm, it was not difficult to hear the vigilance in it.

Commissioner Smith slowly approached, his eyes fixed on the iron cage where the crystal was. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke: "Bai Ye, I... I just suddenly remembered something about this crystal." There was a hint of indescribable complex emotions in his tone, as if he was about to reveal a secret that he didn't want to be known.

Bai Ye's heart tightened when he heard the words, and he had a premonition that the next words might not be what he wanted to hear. "Please go on, Commissioner." He tried to keep his voice calm.

Commissioner Smith took a deep breath, as if he was organizing his words, and as if he was encouraging himself. "I remember that there was a record in ancient books that this type of crystal needs to be finely polished under certain conditions to activate its potential protective layer, making the safety measures more impeccable." His words revealed an unquestionable sense of authority, but there was a subtle flash of worry in his eyes.

Bai Ye's face changed slightly when he heard this. He knew the importance of the crystal and understood that any small change could bring unpredictable consequences. But in the face of Commissioner Smith's proposal, he had to consider it carefully. "This... are you sure this is necessary?" There was a hint of hesitation in his voice.

Commissioner Smith nodded, his tone firm: "Yes, Bai Ye. I have read a lot of information and consulted several old scholars. They all think this step is crucial. We can't let any possible loopholes become a threat."

Bai Ye was silent for a moment, his eyes wandering back and forth between the iron cage and Commissioner Smith. In the end, he made a decision. "Okay, since this is to ensure safety, do as you say. Soldiers, prepare to open the iron cage and take out the crystal for polishing." He gave the order, his voice was calm, but the determination in it could not be ignored.

The soldiers heard the words and acted quickly. They operated the mechanism skillfully, and the huge iron cage slowly opened with the roar of gears, revealing a corner of the obsidian box inside. Several soldiers stepped forward, carefully lifted the box, and placed it in a safe area aside. Then, they used special tools to slowly open the lid of the box, revealing the crystal emitting soft blue light.

The crystal looked particularly dazzling in the dim light, as if it had its own vitality. The soldiers looked at each other, with both awe and tension in their eyes. They knew that every step to come must be extremely cautious.

"Bai Ye, what should we do?" A soldier couldn't help asking, with a tremor in his voice.

Bai Ye walked forward, staring at the crystal, as if he was communicating with it in some kind of silent way. "We need to find a craftsman who is proficient in this and polish it with the most delicate techniques. At the same time, we must ensure that the crystal is not damaged in any way during the whole process." He said while thinking about possible solutions.

At this moment, Commissioner Smith seemed to remember something. He hurriedly took out a yellowed ancient book from his arms and flipped through it quickly. "Here are the specific steps and tools required for polishing crystals. We can follow this method." He pointed to the pictures and texts on the ancient book and explained.

Bai Ye took the ancient book and studied it carefully. His brows were sometimes furrowed, sometimes relaxed, as if he was weighing every detail. Finally, he nodded and gave the soldiers more detailed instructions.

The soldiers acted quickly. According to Bai Ye's instructions, they began to prepare the tools and materials needed for polishing. The stone chamber suddenly became busy, and the sounds of various metal collisions and the friction of tools intertwined to form a tense and expectant movement.

However, as the polishing work progressed, a series of unexpected problems followed. The texture of the crystal is extremely hard, and ordinary tools cannot leave marks on its surface at all; and once too much force is applied, it is worried that its internal structure will be damaged. The craftsmen sweated on their foreheads and looked nervous. Every attempt was like walking on the edge of a knife.

"Bai Ye, this... this is too difficult!" A craftsman finally couldn't help shouting, his voice full of frustration.

Bai Ye frowned when he heard this. He knew that time was running out, but he knew better that he couldn't rush it. He walked to the craftsman, carefully observed the state of the crystal, and quickly thought of a countermeasure in his mind. "Don't worry, let's change our thinking. Maybe we can try a gentler method, such as..." His words revealed an unprecedented calmness and wisdom.

Under his guidance, the craftsmen began to try new methods. They used a special potion to soften a thin film on the surface of the crystal, and then gently scraped it with a diamond needle as thin as a hair. As time went by, the surface of the crystal gradually became as smooth as a mirror, and the soft blue light seemed to become purer and deeper.

However, just when everyone thought they were about to succeed, the crystal suddenly emitted a dazzling light, and then the entire stone chamber shook violently. The soldiers panicked and looked for cover. Bai Ye quickly rushed to the crystal and tried to stabilize the situation. But the sudden power was beyond imagination. It seemed to have self-awareness and was resisting the fate of being bound.

"Hold on! Everyone stay calm!" Bai Ye's voice penetrated the chaos with unquestionable majesty. He knew that any panic at this time could lead to unpredictable consequences. Upon hearing this, the soldiers suppressed their fears, tried to stabilize their bodies, and looked around vigilantly.

The light of the crystal became more and more dazzling, and the fluorescent stones in the stone chamber seemed to be swallowed by its light, and the whole space became as bright as day. Bai Ye stared at the crystal, trying to find the source of this power. He noticed that as the light increased, there seemed to be some kind of pattern flowing slowly inside the crystal. Those patterns were complex and ancient, as if they contained the most primitive secrets between heaven and earth.

"This... this is..." Bai Ye muttered to himself, and an unprecedented shock surged in his heart. He realized that this crystal was not just a simple treasure, but also a portal connecting different worlds and different dimensions. At this moment, it seemed to be trying to break free and return to its own world.

"We must stop it!" Bai Ye suddenly came back to his senses and shouted loudly. He knew that once the crystal successfully broke free, the consequences would be disastrous. The entire stone chamber and even the entire underground base might be destroyed, not to mention the unknown forces that might be released into the real world.

The soldiers responded after hearing this. They acted quickly, some trying to reinforce the iron cage with ropes and chains, while others were looking for ways to suppress the light of the crystal. However, the power of the crystal was beyond imagination, and their efforts seemed to be in vain.

At this moment, Commissioner Smith suddenly thought of something, and he hurriedly took out an ancient rune stone from his arms, which was a treasure he accidentally got during an expedition. It is said that this rune stone has the ability to seal powerful forces, and may be able to temporarily suppress the riot of the crystal.

"Bai Ye, use this!" Commissioner Smith threw the rune stone to Bai Ye and shouted loudly. Bai Ye was quick and caught the rune stone. He looked at the rune stone carefully, and saw that it was engraved with complex runes. Each rune exuded a faint light, as if it contained some mysterious power.

There was no time to hesitate! Bai Ye took a deep breath, raised the rune stone high, and then smashed it into the crystal. The moment the rune stone came into contact with the crystal, a powerful energy wave instantly erupted, shaking the entire stone chamber to the point of collapse. However, just when this energy wave reached its peak, it suddenly stopped, as if it was bound by some force.

The light of the crystal began to gradually weaken, and finally returned to its original soft state. The vibration in the stone chamber also stopped, and everything seemed to have returned to calm. The soldiers looked at each other, with both the relief of surviving the disaster and the awe of the unknown power in their eyes.

Bai Ye slowly lowered his arm and stared at the crystal. He knew that this was only a temporary victory, and the power of the crystal had not been truly eliminated, it was just temporarily suppressed. And in order to completely solve this hidden danger, a more thorough method must be found.

"We have to find a solution to this problem as soon as possible." Bai Ye said in a deep voice, and his tone revealed an unprecedented firmness. He knew that he was not only responsible for protecting the crystal, but also for protecting the peace and tranquility of the world.

Commissioner Smith nodded in agreement. "I will continue to study the ancient books and look for more information about crystals. At the same time, we also need to strengthen our vigilance to prevent any possible accidents."