Double world undercurrent

Chapter 21 Chapter 21

In the conference room of the Underground Investigation Department, under the cool white soft light, uneven but orderly figures are projected on the taupe floor, blending in with the simple, neat and orderly display layout here.

On the west wall of the meeting room, hangs an illusory curtain.

"Your Highness, before he was killed, he didn't send us any unusual signals... At that time, my subordinates were investigating near the Yangcheng Wharf, and they found something strange there."

Inside the curtain, a man with neat hairstyle, lion eyebrows and tiger eyes, dressed in a textured dark suit, just like a man dressed in luxury in the world, nodded his head slightly and reported.

"...What's wrong?"

Ming Shuo stood sideways in front of him, turned to ask him with sharp eyes.

"The subordinates found out that there was an energy vortex hidden under the waters near the pier, but when the subordinates dived into the water to investigate its cause, the energy aura suddenly disappeared, and no abnormalities were found underwater."

An energy vortex?Hiding underwater?What could it be?

"...This energy vortex may drift with the current, maybe... it is alive, it can sense outside prying eyes, and then hide itself."

the man speculated.

"Zareth, arrange a few more subordinates to search carefully the waters extending from the pier to the shorelines at both ends to see if it has drifted elsewhere or is hiding in a deeper place..."

"As ordered, Your Highness."

"Your Highness..." Zalei paused, blinking his tiger eyes slightly, and continued, "The witch clan has recently raised their vigilance. They have secretly moved several hidden locations of important magic tools, magic records, and tempering tools."

"...What magic weapon are they trying to refine this time to break into another world?"

Ming Shuo's eyes are sharp and compelling.

Magical artifacts or forbidden artifacts used to absorb dark energy, due to the scarcity of refining materials, require a high degree of matching between ingredients and methods, so once they are destroyed, they can only develop new ones, so as to break into the opponent's world wantonly and cause trouble .

"...they are going to refine the blood bluestone this time—"

"——Blood blue stone?" He frowned. The last time the witch clan attacked the foreign world, the magic weapon used to absorb dark energy was called "Quenching Qingzhu". When they were defeated and signed a peace contract, they destroyed it face to face.this time……

The recent actions of the Wu clan made him realize that the tempering process of the blood bluestone must be related to some potential energy of Gu Xiaoxing.

"Where are the tempered manuals and utensils hidden? Have you found any clues?"

"The subordinates haven't found it yet... The witch clan has strengthened the control of the exorcism formation, and the subordinates wonder if the spies have exposed their whereabouts."

Ming Shuo thought for a moment and said:
"Zarei, temporarily withdraw those spies... let them lurk near the Dongye community and in the streets and alleys of Yangcheng. In addition, the rebellious party has set up altars at the gathering points of the alien world, so that the spies from the alien world can Start by exploring the altar and start searching."

"Yes, Your Highness...then the Witch Clan..." Zareth hesitated.

"...Since the Wu Clan has strengthened their guard and it is difficult to get close, the spies continue to lurk, which will only increase the risk of exposure. As long as the princess does not fall into their hands, they will not be able to make waves for a while..."

"Your Highness is right."

Leng Yi has already made an attack on the present world, it depends on how the Wu Clan responds... At that time, it will be the opportunity...

Ming Shuo's handsome and cold face became deeper and deeper.

Suddenly, a few small blue light spots faded into the air, reflected in his black icy pupils and turned into a messenger crane, flying lightly to his ear to tell a message, the light in his eyes gradually softened.

Gu Xiaoxing has recovered...

However, tonight, beside an underground river somewhere in Chilian Mountain in a different world, the transformed wall fire is full of anger, jumping in the frozen air.

The figures of the followers are projected on the stone walls, indistinct, showing reverence amidst fanaticism.

Zhu Yan lowered his head, kneeling on one leg, holding his right arm with his left hand, trembling uncontrollably, and there was a dry blood stain on his dark trouser leg.His square face was buried in the shadows, his forehead was dripping with cold sweat, and his eyes staring at the ground were full of annoyance and unwillingness.

Lan Youzi, who was beside him, was radiant, with a porcelain-white face, charming red lips raised, and slender Danfeng eyes, which showed undisguised fanatical expectations for the master.

On the hexagram altar in the middle of the dark river, the forbidden device held in mid-air by the light group—the goblet, vibrated violently, and burst out bright spells of light, which criss-crossed and penetrated into the mouth of the horn and merged into the interior.

"...this spirit is barely usable..."

Leng Yi's voice jumped over their heads like a streamer, wrapping around the stone walls.

"...I need more...mortal souls..."

"Please rest assured, Your Highness, this subordinate has followed your instructions and arranged the arrangement properly."

Lan Youzi answered with determination in his eyes.

"Hmm... no mistakes..."

"My subordinate understands."

The firelight between the stone walls splashed fine sparks, crackling in silence.

The air seemed to drop in temperature.

"...candle flame..."

Only then did Leng Yi pay attention to him, disappointment suppressed anger in his icy voice.

"... How many times is this the first time?"

"This subordinate... has failed His Highness' high expectations... I hope His Highness will punish..."

Zhuyan tried his best to suppress the pain in his right arm, gritted his teeth and muttered with difficulty.

"Punishment?" Leng Yi's voice suddenly became thinner, but pierced through his ears, "It seems that this failure is not enough to make you remember and become smart..."

Zhu Yan's face was distorted with grief and indignation, he grasped his right arm vigorously, seemed to have forgotten the pain, and said with piercing eyes:
"It's my subordinates who are stupid, but the lessons I've learned this time, my subordinates will keep them in mind..."

"...Just a lesson?"

The light spell flowing on the altar trembled because of Leng Yi's voice.

"This time, we lost a veteran!"

There was silence all around, and the dark river was murmuring.

"... Yu Yasha, who was with us, went through life and death, and fought bloody battles for more than 600 years. He is our soldier!"

"...The battle of Xuguan, the siege of the capital city... Do you still remember why we fought back then?"

Leng Yi changed his tone unexpectedly, and his cold voice had a little warmth.

"for……"

The followers looked at each other, and after a little silence, someone began to respond.

"...to fight to escape from the barren land!"

"...Fight for a wider world of demons!"

Gradually, different emotions rose up in the dark crowd, and the responses one after another were loud and loud.

After their emotions were high, Leng Yi went on to say:
"...As members of the demon clan, we fight for the glory of the demon clan, gallop across the battlefield, and shed our blood. After all these years... Now, let me ask you, do you think it's worth it?"

silence.

"... For more than 100 years, in order to avoid the demon king's suppression, you have been hiding here and there, and your life has been on thin ice. Is it not as good as a dog raised by a mortal, and as a demon warrior, is it humiliating?"

The light of the fire is reflected in the flowing water, sparkling.

"Why does the devil suppress our nature!"

Among the followers, a high-pitched voice rushed out.

"It's just... mortals should be our nourishment!"

Others also began to respond.

"The witch clan will deal with us, why should we endure them!"

"...The peace contract is a disgrace to the Demon Race!"

During the seal, Leng Yi raised the corners of his mouth in satisfaction, arrogant and charming.

"...Our warrior, Yu Yasha, was devoted to the glory of the demon clan with all his heart, but tonight, he died humiliatingly at the hands of the Wu clan, with no bones left..."

"...to avenge him!"

"Avenge for our people!"

The crowd began to boil again.

These followers used to be soldiers who supported Leng Yi and usurped power, but after more than 100 years of desolate life, they became timid and bloodless. Therefore, Leng Yi deliberately took advantage of Yu Yasha's death to boost morale, increase their cohesion.

His incitement made Lan Youzi's face radiant, and even Youlan's short ear-length hair burst into a wonderful luster.

Zhuyan was also heartbroken, and his fighting spirit was rekindled.

"Swear to follow His Highness the Prince..."

"I wish His Highness an early return, unify the two worlds, and rebuild a new world order!"

They lead their followers to make vows.

After everyone calmed down, Leng Yi's voice came from the altar again:

"Candle Flame... During this operation, did you mention the altar in front of the princess?"

Thinking about candle flames, there really are...

"Reporting to Your Highness, the princess may have heard it from the conversation of the subordinates..."

"... Strengthen the precautions at the entrance... Besides, it's time to make new preparations."

"...Your Highness is wise."

Zhu Yan was still holding his injured arm, and the blood on his face gradually faded.

"...go down for treatment, Zhuyan..." Leng Yi finally said, "Actually, you have accomplished a great event today..."

"Thank you Your Highness..."

As soon as Leng Yi thought of the suppression of mana, he had successfully integrated into Gu Xiaoxing's divine essence, and his heart became uncontrollably excited. Even the seal of the monument of divine power couldn't suppress his emotions.

Xin'er, think about it carefully, it's really a good thing that you lost your memory.

During the seal, those images flashed back in Leng Yi's mind. Over the past 100 years, these memories have been sleeping on him like nightmares, tormenting him, but making it hard for him to let go.

She revolves around herself, like a cute little follower; she gradually grows into a slim girl, and she still looks like a big brother and a short brother, innocent and willful; she holds Xi Youhua in her hand and asks him to take it to the military tent The appearance of transferring it to that person; she was with that person, fighting against him, the appearance of being irreconcilable...

The scattered fragments gathered into a deep resentment, filled with hatred, but now, he had hope again.

Xin'er, leave Mingshuo and go back to your brother...

(End of this chapter)