"An explosion of this magnitude must have something else added to the gunpowder." Kanna-kun said, "It was very powerful and too precise. It must have been guided by magic. Even the duration of the smoke, It also lasts longer than regular gunpowder.”
Ignoring everyone's alert gazes, Kanna-kun introduced himself. The people who came here were surrounded by a group of workers holding axes and saws, but no one came forward rashly. After all, even the only woman among them has the air of a charlatan. Kanna-kun raised his hand and pointed in a direction, where there was still a faint black smoke. They had speeded up as much as possible and rushed here from Shiyue Mountain, but the black smoke was still on the verge of dissipating. What's more, the sky was already dusk, almost completely hiding the traces of smoke.
"What a savage visit."
The moment someone's voice appeared, the four of them all moved their hands to their weapons alertly. They immediately identified the source of the sound and cast their sharp eyes on the visitor. The evil messenger of lies came from not far away, with a steady pace and a calm mind.
"There is still a smell of sulfur in the air." Kanna-kun ignored his appearance and continued to talk to the three people, "If you are not sensitive enough, you can't smell it. In this area, the inherent smell of the swamp is not pleasant, but people are very Easy to get used to. It neutralizes the smell of gunpowder. What remains is masked by the magical herbs."
At this point, Kanna-kun’s introduction seemed irrelevant. Through the darkness, Xie Zhe stared closely at Chen's figure. The workers were communicating quietly in private, as if they were discussing how evil and lively the day was. Their boss said:
"It seems your work is not over yet... Keep the lights on and don't be lazy for a moment."
After the order was given, the workers hesitated, but returned to their jobs after a while. The venue was vacated again, leaving it to the so-called owner and four uninvited guests. The surrounding torches were lit one after another, the darkness was driven away, and the warm firelight illuminated the surrounding scenery. Han Chang remained silent. He kept twitching his nose here, sniffing the scent here. Kanna-kun is right, there is still a faint smell of gunpowder, but...
"My sister has been here." His look at Zhen was definitely not kind. "And Mrs. Jiaomo. Their breath is still stagnant here... Where did you keep them?"
"What?"
Xie Zhe and Shuangyue Jun both sweated. Except for Kanna-kun, who was as calm as ever, he even seemed to have expected it. It's not that they didn't guess this possibility, it's just that they didn't want it to really happen. As early as after escaping from the Tengu Tomb, they heard a loud noise coming from here and saw something strange. Naturally, Mr. Shenwu wanted to rush here, which left no time for Xie Zhe and the others to find someone. Except for Kanna-kun who came here just by relying on Qinggong, everyone else was brought here by the Tengu. They all thought the two girls were still in the village. But Han Chang had obviously forgotten again. Could it be that his biological good sister would turn a blind eye to the strange things here?
The last thing they expected happened.
"They'll be fine...probably."
As soon as Chen finished speaking, Han Zhang suddenly became excited. He unsheathed his sword, but a demonstration was just a demonstration after all, and Zhen was not afraid of this level of intimidation. He said sharply:
"I heard Wenying's shouts! What happened to them?!"
He didn't answer. He just turned his head and glanced at the source of the sound. Han Chang was sure that his sister's voice came from there. The voice was a bit dull and very subtle when it came, so Xie Zhe didn't hear it at all.
"In fact, you didn't go to the Tengu Tomb at all." Kanna-kun said, "You just diverted the tiger away from the mountain to create the illusion that you would go there. Even this illusion, you started to shape it a long time ago. Everyone thought you would take advantage of the previous The method is to resurrect all the undead in the Tengu Tomb and become Wuyong's legion for your use. But obviously, this is not what you have in mind."
"Should I say you are awake or a little slow..."
Probably because he was thirsty, he slowly took off the wine bag from his waist. After a few sips of soju went down his throat, even Kanna-kun could smell the smell of cheapness. He really didn't expect that the dignified successor of the Wu-yong clan would have such a despicable hobby. But they didn't say anything, but watched his every move. During this process, he acted as if no one was around and did not show any discomfort.
"Well, you are very smart, I admit it." He finally continued, "The return of the Nightmare Dog cannot be replicated. Its essence has long since disappeared, and even the Wuyong clan cannot mass-produce the Six Paths Divine Weapon. Even if To realize such a technology, it is not the turn of a group of monsters to use it. Well...since it is Kanna-kun, you must remember where this place is."
"The temple of Mahuluojia." Shen Wujun teased, "The Qingming Festival has passed long ago, aren't you here to visit the tomb?"
"Just think I'm here to rob the tomb, haha..."
"I don't know what method of death and life you have mastered, but the dead body of Mahallaka has long returned to the animal realm. The only thing that still remains in the world today is the blade of Dujin Mieya."
"The python god has a more precious relic..."
The lies stopped abruptly and were replaced by a mysterious smile. Those slightly blue and glowing eyes made Kanna Wujun easily think of the billions of fluorescent lights turned into the remains of the python god that he had disintegrated from the inside using water gall amber thousands of years ago. At that time, there was indeed a female warrior, a Six Paths Impermanence, and a strange man who could summon the Tengu standing beside him.
The three identities overlapped subtly in an instant, and Kanna-kun suddenly looked at Shigetsuki-kun.
"Hmm... do you have any plans?" Shuangyue-kun asked with a frown.
"What did you bring?" Shen Wujun asked, "I remember you have a magic weapon on you."
"..." Lord Shuangyue glanced at the evil envoy over there, and said reluctantly, "I have exchanged with Lord Uoyue."
"Isn't that... bad?"
There was no change in Kanna-kun's tone, but that momentary pause seemed to indicate something. Xie Zhe and Han Zhang were not stupid, they both sensed something was wrong. Bringing the Chizhen Pearl to the territory of the Python God, no matter how you sound, it seems that the situation will develop in a bad direction. But it's nothing to be afraid of, probably... after all, it was already dead.
Totally dead.
"You activated the underground palace."
"Varied--"
Mr. Shuangyue froze on the spot, and the other two people couldn't help but gasp. They are all people who have seen the world, and naturally they also know the myths passed down from the war of gods. In the battle against Maharaja, almost all narratives mentioned a mysterious, dark, and terrifying underground palace. It was a huge magic circle built by the python god, which could continuously draw spiritual power for its own repair or the creation of spells - drawn from various sacrificed lives, even the six impermanences.
Xie Zhe asked eagerly: "Isn't that underground palace already destroyed? You personally..."
"It's not a destruction, it's just a collapse at most. The magic circle was also buried under the deep soil. I thought no one would ever try to take advantage of it. But obviously... the one who wants to use it now can no longer Called human."
Han Shangyang angrily rebuked: "What kind of vicious evil spirit would think of such a method? You must have started preparing for all this a long time ago, right? But you hid it very well, and it was only now that you were exposed. Such a magic circle, It is indeed a convenient weapon for you. With it, you can do whatever you want in the world! It seems that the only thing you can do is completely destroy it."
After saying that, Han Chang looked at Kanna Wujun, hoping that he had some practical solution. But under the hat, his expression was hard to fathom. And the lie over there suddenly laughed loudly, as if he had heard a good joke.
"Hahahahaha...at least you are the innocent one."
"What do you mean?!"
"It's nothing. Since you want to destroy it, please do so. As long as you are not worried about... your sister's safety."
"you--"
Kanna-kun said: "Even if this swamp is completely turned upside down, Wuyong's learning of the magic circle is an established fact. But obviously, it is already clear where the two girls are. I don't think He is so generous, so..."
"Whether it's true or not, I can only see with my own eyes." Xie Zhe closed his eyes and shook his head sadly. Then he turned his hopeful eyes to Kanna-kun again and asked him: "But at least you have been to that place and you can definitely give some advice. Is it... dangerous there? We must rescue them."
"I knew it would be like this..."
With some complaints, Kanna-kun pulled out his sword. He raised an arm and pointed the tip of his knife in a direction.
"You guys go over and let's stall for time." He turned to Lord Shuangyue and said, "As for you, never let the Chizhen Pearl get close to the magic circle. If possible, don't get close to the underground palace yourself."
"……okay, I get it."
The grounds here have been cleared wide. As the last tree that qualifies as an obstacle falls, the laborers' task is accomplished. They were approaching here again, but they didn't dare to come completely close. For these poor people, they just want to receive their wages and return to their hometowns. Whether you are wandering around alone, drinking and drinking, or reuniting with your family with generous rewards, it is a happy ending. Now, they only know that there are several seemingly difficult characters who influence the boss to pay them money. Everyone wants to see a good show, but it's best to talk about other entertainment activities after your pockets are bulging.
"The terrain here is open, and the Tengu can be recalled at any time... However, innocent people may be hurt." Shigetsuki-kun said.
"But why is it so open here?" Kanna-kun asked sideways, "What they want to clean up is just the underground palace, right?"
Xie Zhe and Han Zhang didn't have time to study the conversation between the two. They raced against time to rush to the direction pointed out by Shen Wujun. They were stationed very close, but that didn't stop them from moving. A strong gust of wind blew across the wide terrain, which was unusual. No matter how sparse the trees and low shrubs are, they can still block the wind to some extent. The wind lifted the clothes of the three people, and blew the surrounding torches to tremble. Their shadows are projected on the ground, looking so disorderly and distorted.
The puppet army appears! They were all wearing coarse cloth clothes that were no different from the workers, and they were rushing towards the two impermanent ghosts. The workers were shocked. They don't know that the silent companions around them are not human beings. Ignoring the sounds of fighting behind them, Xie Zhe and Han Zhang hurried forward. They stepped over incomplete floor tiles, passed by incomplete buildings, and did not hesitate at all when they plunged into the long and narrow cave. The faint blue firelight illuminated the way forward, and every light was urging the two of them to move forward.
Han Zhang also noticed the smell that Wenying smelled, even earlier than her. When they had no stairs to go down, the front suddenly opened up, and the spacious underground palace revealed its true appearance.
