Chapter 265: Unyielding Sword
SS-level quest?! Is there a mistake in the difficulty assessment?
Up until now, the only quest that could be rated SS was infiltrating Moonshadow City.
This was because there was a need to compete in the arena; just the small arena was enough to handle, not to mention there was also the final arena.
However, Chen Chen wouldn’t mind having too many tasks; just accepting it was enough, since there were no penalties.
“Ding!”
System Notification: Estimated time limit for the quest is 12 hours. Failure will result in Contaminated Creatures losing control completely, leading to unpredictable consequences. Please choose wisely!
“…What’s wrong with this system? Always acting after the fact.
Contaminated Creatures losing control? It doesn’t seem too serious, after all, Starry has already obtained the title of Purifier. Controlling their numbers should be quite easy.
Moreover, since it has been conveyed, it would be unacceptable to return without gaining some benefits.
Accept!
At the moment of confirmation, Wei Er’s attitude changed as he looked at Chen Chen in disbelief, “I never expected… you really have the courage to do this.”
“Then… please follow me.” The butler moved the candle aside and turned towards another direction.
At that moment, Chen Chen noticed his chest… it was completely hollow.
“…”
……
The few of them walked through a dim corridor, the only light coming from the master’s candle. The shadows flickered strangely, giving an odd feeling.
If I’m not mistaken, this hidden map should be the secret passage mentioned in the story.
What caught my attention was the map’s name—”Realm of Despair,” which sounded ominously foreboding.
“By the way, old man, since you can use teleportation magic, why not use it?” Hua Chen asked suspiciously.
“Hehe… I just activated the teleportation array left here,” the old man replied, bending slightly and turning his head.
“Alright…”
It seems the secret passage has undergone some transformations over the years; they had been walking for about half an hour without reaching the end.
“Okay, I can only accompany you this far. If you continue, the first one to attack you may well be me,” the old man stopped and said.
“Miss Hedy you mentioned… why does she need to be dealt with?” Knowing each other would ensure they won every battle; they should at least know each other’s information, right? “She… is constantly under the pressure of contamination. Periodically, she needs to let the Contaminated Creatures out to relieve that pressure. But… there is a limit to this, especially since, as the contamination continues to fight, the pressure she faces becomes greater and greater.” Wei Er spoke slowly. So this means the battles against the goblins and Gray Wolves have catalyzed this process. Normally, the realm of the red would usually have few people, so the Contaminated Creatures could go out for a few hours without major incidents. This place has no resources at all; it seems everything has been squandered away! “I see, so what you’re saying is that we need to take her down?” Chen Chen raised an eyebrow. From the information revealed in the story, Hedy’s combat power is not too high; otherwise, she wouldn’t have been killed in an instant. Thus, even if she took on a boss template, Starry’s attack power should be enough to easily defeat her. “…Yes.” Wei Er bowed his head heavily. “Understood.” Chen Chen nodded, indicating that he understood, then looked at the countdown. 9:02:57 What the heck? Has three hours already passed?
Tangerine Jade, how long have we been gone!?
Although a little puzzled, Tangerine Jade glanced at the time again and said they had been gone for half an hour, what’s wrong?
“This countdown must have a problem; it has been three hours already!!” Chen Chen stared in disbelief, “Old man, what’s going on?”
“Oh no… the battle with the Contaminated Creatures may still be ongoing; you need to hurry! Time is far more limited than you think!”
“What?!
Perhaps due to the ongoing battles
Half an hour equals three hours, which means they only have an hour and a half left.
They still didn’t know how long this secret passage was; every minute and second was precious, so they had to get out immediately!
……
Fortunately, there was only one path here; after turning on the magical lantern, the bright light attracted many Contaminated Creatures.
They froze them first, then Starry dealt the finishing blow.
Butterfly Dance also wanted to intervene, but Chen stopped her; these monsters are just moving experience points!
Meow!
With a flash of golden light, Starry finally leveled up to 36 and immediately equipped Woe’s Embrace, significantly enhancing her survivability.
Gradually, at some point, they stopped encountering monsters.
This meant… the boss was about to appear. What kind of formidable power would Hedy, infused with the blood of the Lord of Contamination, possess?
An SS-level quest is definitely not just about clearing out Contaminated Creatures.
Swish!!
In the darkness, something flew by faintly.
The next moment, the magical lantern in hand shattered into pieces, completely destroyed.
“Ugh~~” Star Cat roared, raising Ice Cone and sending it flying forward.
Miss!
The view was obscured by darkness, and the swirling dust made it impossible to see what was happening.
“Big Brother, there’s a very dangerous guy coming!” Butterfly Dance warned, while gently waving her right hand, sending dozens of Illusionary Feather Butterflies flying out.
Crash!
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A series of terrifying numbers echoed through the secret passage; the Illusionary Feather Butterflies had already met their demise!
Chen Chen, let me take over, quick!
Even Starry sensed the impending danger.
“Alright!” Chen Chen immediately released control over Starry.
Relying on their connection, Chen Chen felt Starry’s body involuntarily step forward; the Ice Flow Shield had already been activated, ready to block an attack.
Clang!!!
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Damn! Starry’s Physical Defense, enhanced by the Blessing of Prayer, reached an impressive 1795.
Moreover, this was the damage received while under the 80% damage reduction from the Ice Flow Shield and in a blocking stance.
If I hadn’t activated the Ice Flow Shield, I’d probably have been killed in one hit!
What on earth is this thing? Through the clash of firelight, Chen Chen vaguely saw a figure wielding a sword.
But the movements were too swift to check its attributes.
Using the magical lantern again might lead to being attacked first. Considering this, a crisp little girl’s voice sounded in the secret passage: “Prayer—Flame of Raging Fire!”
A fire wall spiraled across the center of the path, allowing the dust to finally reveal the true appearance of the attacker.
Short black hair, clutching a massive heavy sword, just looking at it one could sense the extraordinary weight contained within.
This person… is capable of executing those agile movements with a heavy sword!?
Check Information!
Unyielding Sword · Aima
Rarity: Diamond Level
Level: 50
Description: The legendary general of Sun Wheel City, having led armies into battles without defeat, the Unyielding Sword, recognized by no one, met an accidental death on the day of his daughter Hedy’s eighteenth birthday.
Well… Chen Chen finally understood why this quest was rated SS-level; Hedy resurrected her father!
