Chapter 215: Going deep into the forbidden area, [Sand Island] is shaken!
Chapter 215: Going deep into the forbidden area, [Sand Island] is shaken!
After half a night of traveling.
The full moon is still high in the sky, but the night begins to disappear quietly, and the sky becomes a little hazy.
The place where Sha Jingjing brought Xia En was several kilometers behind where their tribe gathered.
The terrain here is extremely steep, and the peaks on both sides are extremely tall.
There is no vegetation on it, and the exposed mountain is dark yellow with dark red color, looking like mottled blood stains.
From a distance, you cannot see the existence of these mountains. Only when you get close to a certain range will they suddenly break into your field of vision.
Obviously, the environment here has some kind of special hidden secret that can deceive most people's perception.
Xia En also vaguely noticed that there were signs of distortion in the space nearby, and many places were contrary to common sense.
“This is it.”
Sha Jingjing took Xia En to the foot of two cliffs.
There is a very narrow corridor in front of you, and only two people can walk side by side.
In the corridor, there was a pressure that made one's heart palpitate.
It seemed like there was some terrible monster hiding deep in the corridor.
“This is the forbidden land of our clan, and it is also the location of the [Norwich Treasure].”
“A long time ago, we went deep into this place several times to explore the treasure, but all failed and caused a lot of casualties.”
“As time went by, the high priest refused to let us enter here.”
“Only when the tribe holds a coming-of-age ceremony, will the newly-adult boys and girls come to the forbidden area to undergo the test.”
Tracey, who was following Shane, asked curiously: "A coming-of-age ceremony?"
“I remember that the elves also have adult ceremonies.”
“The elves who have reached their age will be taken to the Elf Mother Tree, and the Queen will personally wear a crown made of leaves from the sacred tree and receive the blessing of the Mother Goddess!”
“...Elves?”
Sha Jingjing said with some embarrassment: "This is the first time I have heard of the existence of this race."
“However, our [Yongyue Tribe’s] coming-of-age ceremony is far more cruel and dangerous than you say.”
Her expression was sad but strong, so Tracy didn't dare to ask any more questions.
At this time, Xia En said: "Miss Sha Jingjing, please send her here."
“The next road is up to us.”
Although Xia En didn't know the specific circumstances of the [Yongyue Tribe's] coming-of-age ceremony, based on his intuition, there must be great danger hidden inside this narrow corridor.
Sha Jingjing is willing to bring them here, which is considered to be the most benevolent thing. There is no need for her to put herself in danger again.
Unexpectedly, after hearing this, the silver wolf girl shook her head firmly.
“I will also enter the forbidden land together.”
"No matter what, our family has a great connection with this treasure."
"At least... I also want to take a look at what it is and why it caused so many of my kind to be killed."
On the way here, Sha Jingjing had already made up her mind and would not waver easily, she continued.
“Furthermore, I just performed an adult ceremony some time ago, so I have some understanding of the situation in the forbidden area.”
“Take me with you, it will definitely help you explore the forbidden area.”
Sha Jingjing said this, so Xia En stopped trying to persuade her and just said, "Okay, let's go."
Immediately, a group of three people walked towards the corridor with a goblin.
As soon as he stepped into the corridor, Xia En noticed that his body was a little heavier.
He was slightly startled and quickly concluded that the gravity field in the corridor had become stronger again.
Moreover, the deeper you go into the corridor, the heavier the pressure becomes.
Sha Jingjing whispered from the side: "This is the first test of the forbidden area. People with poor physical fitness will not be able to reach the end of the tunnel."
“But there are also people who use heavy pressure to temper their bodies.”
This pressure is enough to make it difficult for the average person.
But for physically strong Mysteries like Xia En, An and Sha Jingjing, it is still within the bearable range.
The only one who looked quite embarrassed was Tracy, who was lying on Shane's shoulder.
She can't even fly now.
While moving forward, Xia En was also silently observing the scenery in the corridor.
The ground here is extremely solid, and its density is probably no less than that of alloy.
But after walking for a while, Xia En saw a few clear footprints on the ground.
There is also a faint, fresh smell of blood remaining in the air.
Seeing this, Sha Jingjing's expression changed slightly: "Someone entered the forbidden area before us!"
Shaan was not surprised by this.
People from various forces have been coming to the [Sand Island] for some time. No matter what means are used, some people will definitely be able to find this forbidden land.
only…
This smell of blood reminded Xia En of the twilight of the vampire clan.
Moreover, even Xia En has to admit that with Twilight's strength, if she is allowed to enter the forbidden area first, the probability of her getting the treasure is extremely high!
Thinking of this, Xia En couldn't help but feel a lot of pressure.
“Fortunately, judging from the freshness of the smell of blood, it shouldn’t have been long since she entered the forbidden area, and there is still a possibility of overtaking her.”
“The more times this happens, the less likely you are to be impatient.”
Xia En took two deep breaths, calmed down quickly, and moved forward unhurriedly at his own pace.
I don’t know how long I’ve been walking.
When he came to the end, even Xia En felt that his body was extremely heavy and he felt a little bit tired.
The only good news is—
【Comprehensive quality: 4.6→4.61! 】
Under the tempering of this strong gravity, part of the medicinal effect of [Moon Essence] previously accumulated in Xia En's body was absorbed.
Unfortunately, the current situation is urgent and there is no time for him to continue to use gravity to exercise his body.
Soon, Xia En took another step forward, and the scene in front of him suddenly became clear.
An empty and spacious space came directly into their field of vision.
What appeared in front of them was a terrain similar to a valley basin, with tall and rough rock walls on all sides.
In this gravity environment, it is almost impossible to climb out of this valley with bare hands.
Flying is even more difficult than ascending to the sky.
However, Xia En also noticed that there was a black mist in the air around him.
This kind of black mist is actually somewhat similar to the wave of darkness when [Emerald Island] encountered [Wrath of God], and its shielding against perception is extremely powerful.
With Xia En’s perception, he can only go deeper than ten meters.
Anywhere further away, it’s just a blur.
咚—
At this moment, a dull sound like an ancient war drum suddenly sounded.
Hearing this voice, Xia En's whole body felt numb, his blood surged, and he felt unspeakably uncomfortable.
Somewhere, there seemed to be a terrifying will that briefly set its sights on him.
Xia En suddenly realized that it was not the sound of drums, but the beating of the heart!
Immediately afterwards, the ground beneath the group's feet continued to tremble, as if an earthquake had been triggered.
In fact.
Not only the area where Xia En and others are located, but also the natives and outsiders on the entire [Sand Island] heard this heartbeat and felt the vibration of the ground.
Even the pirates who have experienced many battles can't help but scream in surprise. "What happened?"
“Why was there a sudden earthquake? That muffled sound just now was…”
Among the pirates, there is an ugly man whose face is covered with scars and almost disfigured, but his eyes are bright.
“The direction from which the heartbeat comes is where the treasure is!”
“Brothers, follow me!”
The pirates nearby responded: "Yes, Captain Garr!"
This disfigured man is none other than the fifth-level pirate "Madman" Gal!
Beside him, there was also a strange man wrapped in bandages, whose body constantly exuded the smell of gunpowder and gunpowder.
Under the bandage, a low, strange laugh could be heard from time to time.
The other pirates were extremely afraid of this man and did not dare to get within ten meters of him.
Only Garr patted the bandage weirdo's shoulder nonchalantly and whispered: "Leo, I will make you explode this time."
…
Coast.
Carles and Huiyun also led several colleagues off the ship.
Due to the special environment of [Island of Sand], ordinary Mysterians are greatly restricted. Not only can they not exert much combat power, they will also become a burden.
So Carles only brought five or six elite men.
At this moment, they all heard the dull heartbeat.
Carless was okay, her body was made of steel and she didn’t have much reaction.
But Huiyun and the others didn't feel so good, and they all had an unspeakable feeling of palpitations.
Huiyun looked solemn and murmured: "Who is the owner of this heartbeat?"
Carless, who knew some of the inside story in advance, was not too surprised and just sighed softly.
“That’s true. No wonder there are so few federal strongmen willing to participate in this operation.”
"Um?"
Huiyun said in surprise: "Lord Carles, what do you mean by this?"
Carles didn’t hide anything, and said frankly: “Aren’t you curious why I am the only fifth-level secret traveler from the Federation to come to [Island of Sand] this time?”
“Even the Vampires have sixth-level Twilights taking action, and there will only be more sixth-level strong men in the Federation.”
Huiyun was startled and guessed: "Isn't it because of the special restrictions of [Sand Island]?"
Carles shook his head: "That's just one factor."
“Furthermore, even if the ban on the Sand Island limits the strength of the Secret Pathers to Level 5, it will not be difficult for the Federation to select a group of Level 5 experts, right?”
“The real reason behind this is actually...”
“The Federation does not pay that much attention to the [Norwich Treasure] from [Island of Sand].”
Thinking of the heartbeat just now, Huiyun couldn't help but ask: "What exactly is the treasure here?"
“I can only say that this treasure is not just money or equipment.”
Carles continued: "It may be valuable to an individual, but it is not particularly valuable to the entire federation."
“Compared with the treasure that has been exposed, the Federation is actually more concerned about the treasures that are not known to the public.”
Hui Yun nodded clearly.
The [Norwich Treasure] in [Sand Island] is only a part of [Norwich Treasure].
Rather than competing with these hyena-like pirates, merchants, and vampires, the Federation will naturally send more manpower and material resources to receive the treasures that only they know about.
…
It's not far away from Carles and others.
The black-haired woman wearing a nun's uniform landed on the [Sand Island] alone.
Hearing this heartbeat, she couldn't help but raise her head and look towards the center of the island, a strange emotion flashed in her beautiful eyes.
…
Indigenous tribes in the valley.
The old high priest felt the shaking of the earth and couldn't help but burst into tears.
“Lord Holy Son, it must be the arrival of Lord Holy Son to cause it to wake up!”
He knelt down in the direction of the forbidden area, pressed his forehead to the ground, and prayed with the most pious attitude.
"May the moonlight in the sky bless you and open up a new future for us..."
…
…
When the shaking subsides.
Xia En finally clearly sensed the powerful aura deep in the black mist.
It's not that Xia En's perception is so powerful, but that the aura is so huge that it covers the entire forbidden land!
If Xia En's breath is a pond, then it is a deep sea!
The heartbeat that shook the island came from the black mist.
“That was just now?”
Xia En frowned slightly.
As soon as he walked out of the corridor, there was such a strange movement in the black mist. Could this be a simple coincidence?
Beside, Sha Jingjing couldn’t help but feel shaken.
In her memory, there had never been such a change in the forbidden area, let alone any heartbeat that shook the entire island.
“Is this because of Captain Shane?”
“Is he really the prophesied Son?”
Sha Jingjing looked at Xia En intently, as if she wanted to see the difference between him and the others.
But at this moment, a stone next to her feet suddenly rolled, and a black shadow rushed out from below, shooting straight towards the sand crystal!
Xia En activated the [Great Dark Sky] around him, directly immobilizing this dark shadow with heavy pressure.
This is a strange-looking insect, with a body like a caterpillar, but a sharp thorn as long as a finger growing out of its head.
Like with ferocious poison.
The body of the zerg kept struggling and bouncing, and every time it curled up and squirmed, Xia En felt full of strength.
It was flying as fast as a bullet.
This is in a forbidden area with extremely strong gravity. If it were placed in the outside world, the power of one flying shot would be enough to penetrate the human body.
Seeing this little bug, Sha Jingjing quickly straightened her attitude, observed the surroundings vigilantly, and explained at the same time.
“Most of these bugs come from the desert. After entering the forbidden area, they undergo strange transformations and are very dangerous.”
“In addition to bugs, there are many other mutated creatures here, which is considered the second test of the forbidden area.”
As if in agreement with Sha Jingjing’s words, not long after, a pair of scarlet eyes slowly approached from the black mist.
It’s a wild wolf!
Compared to the tiny bug, the mutation of this wild wolf is more obvious.
Most of its flesh and blood had rotted away, and its white bones were directly exposed to the air, emitting bursts of putrid smell, which blended with the surrounding black mist.
Its state is like being between life and death, making people instinctively feel uncomfortable.
Seeing this, Xia En frowned even deeper.
The appearance of this wild wolf inexplicably reminded him of the image of the "Apostle of Filth" on the "Emerald Island".
Is there any connection between the two?
“Be careful, this is the Death Mist Wolf! It will...”
Before Sha Jingjing could finish her words, the rotten wild wolf brought out an evil wind and headed towards Xia En!
(End of this chapter)