The Lington ferry, loaded with dead souls, sailed slowly on the River Styx.
Perhaps it was because they had seen the powerful abilities of the team, or perhaps because Persephone's Golden Bough had an effect, but in short, the team set foot on the road to the Garden of Truth without any danger.
Of course, this would not be possible without the active cooperation of Charon, the soul ferryman.
It's just that Charon's expression now looks a little pitiful.
Completely different from his previous domineering appearance in front of the dead souls, Charon now looks at everyone in the team with a flattering look in his eyes, and if you look carefully, there is unconcealed fear in them.
He believed that even if he transformed into his strongest form, the outcome of the battle between the two sides would not change in any way.
After all, he can almost be regarded as the most useless child of his parents.
Although everyone in the team had to face Hades in the end after agreeing to Persephone, everyone still adhered to the original idea and tried their best to complete this journey without destroying the original order of the underworld. Road, and try not to face Hades' wrath in advance.
Whether it's Cerberus or Charon, it's best not to kill them.
If it weren't for the fact that the distant river bank was getting closer and closer to everyone, it would actually be difficult to realize that the big ship was moving forward slowly, mainly because the flow of the Styx River was almost invisible.
From another perspective, the River Styx is indeed terrifyingly wide.
There is no wind in the underworld, so big ships naturally don't need sails, or this is the meaning of Charon's existence.
Use divine power to drive the ferry forward.
Qi Zhen was a little curious about this ferryman who had not known how long he had been in the underworld.
Apart from the battle between the two parties and the nature of the other party's money-crazy, this person is actually quite loyal to his duties. He doesn't know the other party's past, and it is difficult for Qi Zhen to judge him in terms of good or bad. Think about it, a god who doesn't know how to live in this lifeless underworld. The river has been on the river for tens of thousands of years, and its purpose of existence is to transport the souls of the dead to the Garden of Truth. This kind of loneliness alone is not something that ordinary people can bear.
Perhaps appropriate perversion is also understandable?
Zaka was playing with the Blade of Athena in his hand. The sharp blade was flying up and down in his hand, but he didn't look at it. He kept staring straight at Charon in front of him. His eyes were a little playful, as if it might happen at any time. Put the Blade of Athena out and take off the opponent's head.
Charon felt a little nervous.
Moderate shock is necessary, especially in this situation where the team is coercing him.
"Actually, I have some questions, such as why you are so mean to those souls, and why you must charge the shipping fee for the dead souls."
The scenery of the Styx River was not beautiful. After leaving the initial freshness, everyone became a little bored. Qi Zhen finally couldn't help but ask.
When he opened his mouth, the attention of the rest of the team was also drawn to look at Charon.
"This ship has been used for so many years, and it always needs to be repaired. As for the Styx, you have also seen that the strangulation power contained in it is too strong. Even this divine ship is always soaked by the river water all year round. There are going to be some problems,” Charon said.
He was too afraid that these people would return the silver coins to the souls if they showed "generous kindness", and then he would really cry.
"Does it cost more to repair this ship?" Qi Zhen asked doubtfully.
"I'm just a soul ferryman, not a shipwright.
, naturally you still have to spend money to find someone else to repair it. Charon nodded.
"If you charge money for such an important thing, wouldn't Hades pay for it himself?" Liang Sicheng interjected.
"If you want Pluto to ask Vulcan, that would be the biggest joke in the world." Charon replied.
It turns out that the construction and repair of this ferry were all completed by the God of Fire Hephaestus.
It's just that it was too long ago, probably before Zeus handed over the underworld to Hades.
"I have only heard Hypnos mention you to us before, but I don't know much about you. I acted in a hurry before, so don't blame us." Qi Zhen said softly.
If collecting tolls is really just to repair the only big ship in the underworld, then Qi Zhen really wants to look up to him.
"Hypnos." The timid expression on Charon's face disappeared, but was replaced by a hint of loneliness. "With his character, I guess there won't be any redundant comments other than saying that I am a money addict."
"Do you know him?" Qi Zhen asked.
Charon smiled mockingly: "Know? He is my biological brother."
The team was stunned.
"The world only knows that Hypnos, the god of sleep, and his sons are in charge of dreams. How can anyone know about me, a biological brother?" Seeing the expressions of everyone in the team, the loneliness on his face became even worse.
"Not only that, even my parents are unwilling to recognize me as their son. They may think in their hearts that I am too weak and not worthy of their prestigious name." Charon continued.
Indeed, if he hadn't said it himself, who would have thought that the son of Nyx, the goddess of the night, and Erebus, the ruler of darkness, would actually be a boatman in the underworld?
Every family has its own scriptures that are difficult to recite, and Qi Zhen did not intend to dwell on this issue. However, after he revealed his identity, the mental state of the team members became obviously more relaxed. Even Xhaka stopped. To play with the Blade of Athena.
This guy is indeed a bit pitiful.
Qi Zhen had no intention of exploring the other side's family, so the scene became cold.
"Since you are going to the underworld, even with the protection of Persephone, I must remind you that it is very dangerous for strangers to enter the underworld. It is different from this side of the river. That side is the real scope of the underworld. If The place you came from can still be regarded as the free territory given to the Queen by Pluto in the underworld, so when you land, you will truly be on Pluto’s territory." Charon said.
"Is there anything we need to pay attention to?" Qi Zhen asked.
Charon shook his head: "Just a reminder, I don't think you can come back from the underworld alive. If you see Hades, whether you are respectful or cold, whether you are flattering or hostile, whether you have the blessing of the Queen of the Underworld or not, , believe me, none of this has any effect.”
"He is a madman." Charon continued, "A madman who only cares about his own mood no matter what he does."
Qi Zhen nodded. Although they had never seen the shadow of Hades until the team entered the game, however, whether it was Athena or Artemis, whether it was Hypnos or Charon in front of them, We have told them enough about the power of Hades, the King of Hades. Faced with such a powerful god, they dare not say that they are fully prepared at any time.
I can take one step at a time and see one step at a time.
"Of course, if you are lucky enough not to encounter him, that would be a very lucky thing." Charon continued.
Qi Zhen sincerely thanked him.
The ferry slowly docked, and the souls of the dead descended one by one to the Garden of Truth, preparing to receive the final judgment from the judge of the underworld.
Everyone in the team was at the back, saying goodbye to the ferryman Charon.
"How is my brother now?" Before leaving, Charon couldn't help but ask.
Seeing his unfaithful expression of concern, Qi Zhen's heart softened and she said, "He looks pretty good."
"That's good," Charon said.
"I also saw your father, it was really... shocking." Qi Zhen said.
On the contrary, when Erebus was mentioned, Charon's face showed no expression and he just nodded lightly.
"I have a favor to ask," said Charon.
"you say."
"If one day, you have the opportunity to see my mother, please give my regards, just say... just say..." At this point, Charon was a little embarrassed, and the seven-foot tall man actually started to squirm.
"No problem." Qi Zhen smiled and nodded, "We will definitely take care of your wishes."
"thank you all."
"You're welcome."
After everyone in the team got off the boat, the ferry drove away again and headed towards the other side. Presumably after seeing everyone in the team, Charon would start to continue the work he had been doing for countless thousands of years.
"He is actually quite pitiful." Nuo Lan whispered.
"But we don't need to pity him." Qi Zhen shook her head.
"Damn it, I have to build a bridge across the Styx River if I have the chance. Isn't this a tired and stupid boy?" Wang Jianguo said.
"Do you know how many years Pangu stood upright after the creation of the world?" Qi Zhen asked him.
"Isn't Pangu exhausted to death in the end?" Wang Jianguo said, "Death can be considered an end. I don't know when this kind of work will end."
"I actually want to say that there are countless such nonsense settings in mythology. It is not necessarily reasonable, but it does exist. If possible, I also hope that a bridge can be built across the Styx." Qi Zhen nodded and said.
Everyone in the team was going to take a rest where they were and wait until they were full of energy before setting off.
The scene here is also different compared to the other side. If the back garden of the Underworld Queen still has some occasional vitality, then this place is completely lonely.
Strictly speaking, from the moment everyone disembarked from the boat, this place should be within the scope of the Pastoral of Truth. However, it is really an extremely ironic thing for everyone to miss both the truth and the pastoral.
The absolute silence means that even the slightest sound from the team will be infinitely amplified here.
So the growling sound of Nuolan's stomach was particularly obvious here.
Eating can make people happy, especially after hearing a not-so-pleasant story, everyone needs this way to adjust their mood.
Qi Zhen suddenly thought of it and decided to let everyone have a serious meal on the bank of the River Styx.
The last time I had a serious meal was in the city of Athens, and the last time must be traced back to before entering this game.
