197 Absorption 1 (1/2)
Chapter 197: Absorption 1
”The ancient ruins on the Smoke Island in the Harp Sea are the largest ancient ruins that have been discovered to date. Only masters in telekinesis are able to accurately pinpoint the entrance of the island’s ancient ruins.” Zhaoxing Qin said. ”Rumor says that visitors on the island have disappeared without a trace recently. I’m guessing that thing has appeared again.”
”What on earth is that thing?” Garen furrowed his eyebrows.
”The Black Smoke Pot. Legend says that it releases a black smoke that allows people to communicate with the dead. It is a relic left by the Ancient Endor civilization.” Zhaoxing Qin looked at Garen, who seemed to want to ask something. ”I know what you’re thinking. The answer is, I don’t know. There are a lot of Ancient Endor treasures but only a few of them had mystical effects. And even then, they are not reliable as the effect tends to fluctuate. Hence we are not sure if this Black Smoke Pot has such a mystical effect or not currently.”
”How sure are you that Sylphalan will definitely be there?” Garen questioned.
”Definitely. He became strong because he wanted to resurrect my mother. There’s nothing more useful for that than the Black Smoke Pot.” Zhaoxing Qin replied.
”Do you know when he will be there?” Garen asked again.
”I’m not sure about that. The entrance of ancient ruins on the Smoke Island can only be found during the night of a full moon, or it would be extremely difficult. The next full moon is about four months from now.” Zhaoxing Qin explained. ”The Smoke Island is located at the border of the Federation’s sea. It’s not that far, and if you’re really set on going, I suggest you set off a month before the full moon rises.”
Garen understood very well that Zhaoxing Qin had no reason to bluff him. She had always been in the position of fighting against the Immortal Palace, as well as being in the position of the Old Man Gregor. Although she was not strong, she was very knowledgeable in the secrets buried by history.
”I understand the overall situation. How do I get to Smoke Island?”
”We can arrange the best boat for you if you depart from the Siberia Port. There are very little tourists there because the island is covered in mist most of the time. In addition to the rumor that the smoke on the island is poisonous, there are even less tourists once the mist is up. It’s good timing for you to do your business there.” Zhaoxing Qin gave Garen the gave she had directly to him as she knew that he had already decided to go, no matter what.
”Alright, since we have more or less finished discussing, I should let my partners know of the matter as well.” Garen stood up. ”As allies who go against the Immortal palace, they will cover my back to ensure I’m safe. Similarly, while I don’t have the knowledge of telekinesis, it doesn’t mean my allies are in the same shoe as I.”
”It was a memento from Gregor, which was a book that contained all of his telekinesis. Unlike the Eternal Starry Night Pendant that you’re currently wearing, it has an amazing ability to repel anything except the memento. It was also an item that Sylphalan attempted to get his hands on. However, he doesn’t really need this anymore since he had absorbed the Argent Mirror. Soon, I will pass this book to Julie and if possible, I hope you can take care of her.”
Garen softly touched the pendant in front of his chest and nodded.
”I promise I will do everything within my power.”
Zhaoxing Qin nodded and finally gave a sigh of relief even though she still felt extremely disappointed and dejected.
Both of them got up and left the stone chamber one after the other and went back into the stone room from before.
Andrela, Julie and King of Nightmares were gathered around the charcoal fire, having a soft, casual conversation. It looked like they had gotten closer within this short time span.
The three of them stopped the moment they saw Garen and Zhaoxing Qin came out of the chamber. Julie immediately stood up and looked at the book of potential which was in Zhaoxing Qin’s hand skeptically. As if she immediately thought of something, the girl who was about to speak out held herself back.
”I have performed my test towards Lord Garen and unfortunately, he doesn’t have the talent in telekinesis..” Zhaoxing Qin said in a deep tone. ”With the request from Garen, I hope I can test both of you. Are you guys…”
”Of course. It’s just what we wished for.” Andrela and King of Nightmares replied in sync.
Both of them seem to be very curious and excited about telekinesis.
”Alright then. Who shall go first?”
Andrela and King of Nightmares stared at each other and the latter pushed the former to the front.
”I will go first then.” Andrela smiled leisurely.
After the simple explanation given by Zhaoxing Qin, with the same process as what Garen went through, he flipped the book softly as he took possession of the book of potential.
Unfortunately, there was no trace of changes to the pages and cover of the book.
Zhaoxing Qin shook her head.
Andrela couldn’t help but to feel disappointed.
”Please pass the book to this lady.”
Andrela passed the book to the King of Nightmares. The latter took the book as she couldn’t help herself but to reveal her excitement and interest on her white and tender face.
As she grabbed hold of the book firmly and opened the first page.
The wordings on the cover of the book of potential slowly became red, as if fresh blood had crept across the cover page’s letters.
At the same time, the first page of the book started to become red as well, just like a book written in red ink.