Magical Girl's Knight Brother

Chapter 150 Vitality

With Hyacinth, a 'local,' as her guide, Tang Zijun wasn't too worried about finding the Tree of Life.

He had previously discovered that hyacinths possess the ability to discern routes in dense fog, and not only in dense fog, but even in a broken space, they can find the corresponding route.

This ability is quite amazing, and it's somewhat similar to his and other greedy people's control over the reversed world. Tang Zijun guessed that this should be one of Hyacinth's original abilities.

What surprised him was that Master Qingnang also had a similar ability. Several times during their journey, Master Qingnang had taken the correct direction ahead of time.

Tang Zijun felt that this was probably not a coincidence. The magic of these magical girls and the way they used it were already comparable to some creatures from secret realms.

However, he did not ask directly, because just as he would not tell others about his abilities, Tang Zijun generally respected other people's privacy. This kind of ability, or rather magic, already involved a very deep level.

As they moved forward, they carefully observed their surroundings. Although Tang Zijun was blind, she could still listen for any unusual sounds around her.

He had not forgotten how dangerous this chaotic space was.

Currently, the Skeleton King's entire army of monsters should be stationed here. If they make a wrong move and disturb those monsters, it will likely lead to another fierce battle.

While Tang Zijun was cautiously watching for any unusual movements around her, Tan Zhixin chatted casually with Hyacinth.

"Ever since I arrived here, I've had a faint feeling that the surroundings are filled with immense natural energy, but this is somewhat different from the 'nature' I'm familiar with. Is this a power unique to your secret realm?"

“What you’re sensing is the life force of the Tree of Life,” Hyacinth replied without hiding anything. “Originally, this magic was all in our world, but now that the boundary space is broken, this energy has all dissipated.”

She sighed and added, "This is also the main reason why the Tree of Life is deteriorating. Its life force is severely depleted and cannot be replenished, so its condition will only get worse."

No wonder the surrounding plants became more and more 'unrestrained' as we went deeper; it was because of the life force emanating from the secret realm.

However, whether it was because this life force was too loose, or for some other reason, Tang Zijun did not feel any changes in her body.

"This place can be considered a blessed land in a certain sense. If magical girls meditate here, their advancement speed will be faster, right?" Xiao Qing stuck out her tongue and said.

"If there were no heretics or demons, then yes, it would be possible."

Tan Zhixin's bright eyes were somewhat gloomy.

"These life forces have been corrupted. Prolonged exposure to the radiation of these energies will cause the plants and animals here to mutate. And if it were a magical girl, this evil power would probably defile the Rainbow Crystal Flower."

Upon hearing this, Xiaoqing fell silent, seemingly lost in thought. What a pity.

However, this also served as a reminder to the people present that this energy was extremely concentrated and powerful, and if it fell into the hands of Sir Skeleton, the consequences would be unimaginable.

As they were walking, Tang Zijun suddenly heard something, abruptly stopped, and grabbed the Qingnang Master beside her.

Tan Zhixin reacted quickly. She knew that the wolf riders wouldn't do anything meaningless in this environment, so the moment her arm was grabbed by Tang Zijun, she was ready to fight.

Hyacinth didn't think too much about it. When she saw the two people behind her stop, she turned around and blinked.

"what happened?"

"There's movement to the left front, heavy breathing, accompanied by the sound of a stream. It should be some strange beast lurking here," Tang Zijun said quickly in a low voice, then couldn't help but ask, "By the way, couldn't you turn off those two 'lights' above your head?"

The two tentacles on the hyacinth's forehead are like those of an anglerfish in the deep sea, with lantern-like structures on their heads. Although the light is very faint, they are still very conspicuous in this environment.

She had been lucky enough not to encounter any strange beasts along the way, but if she did encounter one, her two lamps would definitely attract it.

"I wish I could, but there's nothing I can do. We evolved from spirit insects, and these two tentacles are our organs of perception and communication, as well as the embodiment of our life. If the lights go out, it means our lives have come to an end."

You're like Ultraman.

Tang Zijun muttered a few words of exasperation to herself, then grabbed the object and stuffed it into Mr. Qingnang's pocket.

"You stay inside for a while. Mr. Qingnang, you lead the way. We'll figure out a way to get around that guy."

“Okay.” Tan Zhixin didn’t waste any more words. After a period of adaptation, she had gradually found the pattern of distinguishing routes in this space.

Perhaps it's because wood-elemental magical girls are naturally drawn to this environment, but Tan Zhixin can easily communicate with every plant and tree here, and at the same time, she can use this to judge changes in the space.

After a few minutes of assessment, Tan Zhixin pulled Tang Zijun and started moving in another direction.

The surrounding fog churned and the space around them changed rapidly. Without the faint light of the hyacinth, Tang Zijun completely lost his vision, and at the same time, he felt the sounds around him becoming disordered.

The various sounds were like a chaotic edit, sometimes in front and sometimes behind, making Tang Zijun feel dizzy and lightheaded.

He used to get carsick as a child, but it got much better as he grew up. However, this dizziness made him feel like he was back in his childhood. Fortunately, the breathing stopped abruptly after moving forward for a while, probably because it had been moved to another location due to the change in space.

"We're safe for now," Tang Zijun said.

Hyacinth suddenly poked its head out of Tan Zhixin's pocket. "Phew—I was suffocating, but your pocket smells so good~"

"Can't we hear the presence of the strange beasts anymore?" Tan Zhixin asked.

Tang Zijun nodded slightly.

"We can't hear it right now. The environment here is a bit strange. If it's just one beast, it's not a problem, but I'm afraid the battle will attract more and more beasts, which would be tricky. Also, if we get separated during the battle, that would be another problem."

Tan Zhixin nodded in agreement, feeling the same way. She was also hesitant to approach those strange beasts rashly.

Although they didn't actually fight it, just like ordinary plants and animals affected by life force, the strange beasts that Sir Skeleton sent here should also be affected by life force, and their combat power is stronger than before.

Tan Zhixin's expression was somewhat solemn. She was used to thinking ten steps ahead for every step she took, and at this moment, she had already begun to think about how to deal with these strange beasts after this battle was over.

We really should have called the other sisters over. If any of these monsters were to escape, it would be a huge blow to human society!
Unlike Tan Zhixin, Tang Zijun focused on her game of chess against Sir Skeleton.

"The border of the secret realm has been shattered. Logically, Sir Skeleton should have mobilized an army of beasts to attack your royal city. Why are these beasts all entrenched here?"

"They attacked. Those remaining below were likely just sent here by the corrupted ones. The first wave of monsters has already climbed the Tree of Life."

After hesitating for a moment, Hyacinth continued.

"The barriers of many cities have been breached, and countless clansmen have disappeared. They have swept through and fought their way to the royal city. Before I left, those monsters had already launched more than ten attacks on the royal city's barrier."

"How many of them are there?" Tang Zijun frowned.

"a lot of."

Hearing Hyacinth's somewhat dejected tone, Tang Zijun sighed softly.

It seems that this Skeleton Lord has gone all out. If he started preparing in secret when he obtained that diary, the number of beasts they have built over the past ten years is probably extremely terrifying.

Hyacinth became somewhat saddened when the topic came up.

Since leaving the royal city, her biggest worry has been the safety of her other people. What she fears most is that when she arrives with human reinforcements, she will find that the royal city has already fallen.

The thought of her childhood city being destroyed, her family, friends, and even Her Majesty the Queen all perishing and becoming material for those corrupted beings to create monsters made her tremble uncontrollably.

"Do not worry."

Just as Hyacinth was feeling uncertain, Tang Zijun's gentle voice suddenly rang out, bringing her back to her senses.

He looked blankly in Tang Zijun's direction.

"Don't worry, Hyacinth."

Tang Zijun repeated it again, bowing slightly at the same time.

"I will stop those heretics and demons. The thick fog will eventually dissipate, and the sun's radiance will surely shine upon your royal city once more."

Staring blankly at Tang Zijun, Hyacinth pursed her lips, and after a moment, finally revealed a big smile.

"Ok!"

Hearing Tang Zijun's resounding promise, Tan Zhixin couldn't help but smile. At the same time, she also became curious about the wolf rider's age.

These slightly melodramatic words, for some reason, didn't seem out of place coming from a wolf rider.

After moving forward for a while, the hyacinth suddenly sensed something and quickly flew out of Tan Zhixin's pocket.

"It's here!"

She excitedly flew around in mid-air.

"It's just ahead! We're very close to the Tree of Life!"

(End of this chapter)