Chapter 184: They Are Back?
Where exactly did the problem lie? Li Wen was quite concerned about this.
She considered herself a rational person and could maintain a stable state of mind even while bearing the responsibility of saving the world alone. How could such a situation occur?
This abnormal situation was likely caused by external forces, and the only force that could affect players directly beyond the game was the power of pillar deities. Therefore, normally, anything that could affect a player would be displayed in their status bar.
Currently, the only abnormal status Li Wen had was “Deep Fear,” which arose in the promotion illusion when she witnessed the sun fall.
Under the influence of this status, she felt extreme fear and unease whenever she thought of looking directly at the sun. What would happen if she actually acted on this thought remained to be seen. The anxiety and unease Li Wen could currently sense were very similar to this, indicating that her current state was inextricably linked to “Deep Fear.”
However, “Deep Fear” was a state that appeared due to witnessing the sun fall, so it was understandable to feel fear and anxiety when facing things related to the “sun.” But why now?
Li Wen’s expression was gloomy, and the sound of waves crashing against the ship echoed in her ears. Although the soundproofing in the cabin was quite good, the sound of the waves seemed to be crashing right beside her ears.
It was the ocean! She suddenly understood the source of her anxiety and unease.
But why the ocean? Could it be that the sun fell into the ocean, or was it related to the ocean?
Thinking about such questions would yield no results. However, the good news was that she at least knew the problem lay with “Deep Fear” and not external forces.
“I think my condition is fine.” After understanding these things, Li Wen could naturally stabilize her state of mind and at least ensure she wouldn’t do anything foolish impulsively.
In response, the priest just looked at her deeply and said nothing more.
“Do you know where Victoria is now?”
Only then did Li Wen briefly recount her experience.
“I see, I understand,” Moria nodded slightly. “If that’s the case, there might be a way to save Miss Victoria.”
Actually, Li Wen had already thought of a way, but she wanted to know the Eldest Son of the Holy See’s thoughts, so she just watched him.
“The method is very simple. Since you were drawn into that异空间 because of this curse spell, it should have the same effect if it takes effect on me once. Then, I will bring Miss Victoria back.”
His tone was quite calm, as if he were narrating a very ordinary matter or some self-evident truth.
This was too absurd, Li Wen thought. Perhaps this was the confidence of the Eldest Son of the Holy See.
“Seeing that Mr. Moria and Miss Mephistopheles care so much about my safety is truly moving.”
An elegant female voice suddenly sounded. The two looked in the direction of the voice and saw Victoria walking into the room with light steps, a faint smile on her exquisite little face.
It seemed Li Wen’s initial judgment was correct. Even if nothing was done, this princess would return safely through her own abilities or other help.
“It’s good to see you safe and sound,” Moria remained as calm and unreadable as ever.
Li Wen narrowed her eyes slightly, her gaze resting on Victoria without concealment. She knew very well that even though Victoria had returned from that 异空间 and appeared unharmed, it was because she was the princess of the kingdom. No one knew what hidden cards lay beneath her delicate form. In any case, the strangeness on this ship was by no means a simple conflict or curse. Things were far from over.
“Do you think we should find the one who cast the ‘Sea Summoning Curse’?” Li Wen looked at Moria, her calm voice laced with a hint of provocation. After all, by common sense, this was a question that the priest of Glor, Moria, should have raised.
One fact was plain to see: as long as they did not uncover the truth behind it, more people would inevitably be harmed. The one who cast the curse did not seem like a compassionate or soft-hearted person who would willingly stop.
The priest pondered for a moment and slowly said, “If we let it go, who knows if others will suffer misfortune. It’s just that operating at night might be inconvenient. It would be better to wait until morning, when it will be safer to act.”
Victoria chuckled softly by the side, her smile carrying an unfathomable meaning. “Mr. Moria is right. There are too many passengers on the ship, and the enemy is hiding in the dark. If we search extensively, we might end up scaring them away. However, it will be difficult to sleep soundly tonight.”
In response, Li Wen just pouted, “Then let’s disperse.”
She had no intention of keeping the danger around for too long. At the very least, she had to figure out the other party’s intentions for doing all this.
As the night deepened and most people in the cabin had fallen asleep, Li Wen put away her alchemy crucible, put on her cloak, and quietly left the room.
Her light body dexterously weaved through the cabins. With her keen senses as a Stage Two Transcendent, she avoided one potential sentry sailor after another. She finally arrived near the captain’s cabin, where faint, low voices could be heard.
Li Wen held her breath, activated her trait “Reverse in Shadow” to minimize her presence, and then pressed her ear against the door to listen carefully.
“Captain Remington, are you sure that fellow didn’t board your ship?” a commanding voice asked, carrying undeniable power.
“Of course, sir.” Remington’s voice was extremely serious, completely lacking the cheerful and generous demeanor of the day. “No matter what… as the captain of the ‘Adventurer,’ I will never allow this ship, nor the crew and passengers aboard, to fall into danger. As an officer of the Kingdom’s Navy, you must understand my feelings.”
“It’s not that I doubt you, Captain Remington. After all, you once served in the Kingdom’s Navy, and I still have great faith in your abilities,” the voice of the unidentified Kingdom’s Navy officer carried a hint of disdain or mockery. “However, that fugitive is not dangerous in the ordinary sense. Our Fourth Fleet has been searching for him in this sea area for decades, but we still haven’t apprehended or killed him. He continues to commit heinous crimes on a scale of years or months.
“He possesses extremely powerful disguise abilities. For example, if he were to impersonate me and appear before you, you would likely not be able to detect any flaws in his disguise.”
Li Wen’s heart stirred. Was the Navy looking for a fugitive? He also seemed to have some powerful disguise ability, so it was not impossible for him to have blended into this ship without anyone noticing. She wondered if it was the same person who cast the Sea Summoning Curse.
