1288 Underground City 2 (1/2)
In the lush green, white pine forest on the border of Deladia.
The scorching, crackling flames of a great fire were currently burning in an explosive blaze. The red light soared into the sky while numerous red Giant Hawks hovered around.
Several black-skinned elves with pointed ears rode on the backs of these Giant Hawks. They held bows and arrows, and lances that were used for throwing while glaring menacingly at the area where the large fires were burning below. Dozens of red hawks circled and formed an enormous red whirlpool.
There was apparently a faint green semicircular shield that was currently being supported in the center of the great fire. Five or six people were standing scattered under the shield, they were dressed in Deladia Empire's military uniforms. Three of them were Wizards. There were either three or four stars on their black wizard robes which indicated their ranks as either Level Three or Level Four Wizards.
Kevin and his daughter Maria huddled together closely. The shield was released by him.
”Never would I have expected that we would be captured by the Giant Hawk Elf Forces after we had just encountered our third battle…” There was a slightly pained look on Kevin's face.
There were two Warriors and an Archer in this group. There was a total of six people here including the father and daughter duo who were both Level Four Wizards. They formed a standard match.Find authorized novels in Webnovel，faster updates, better experience，Please click for visiting.
This was a battle group that was formed by the dragon race Contractor Kevin to obtain the Core. When they came out to proceed with their border hunt this time, they had never anticipated finishing their luck from the two previous times. They had encountered a large contingent of Giant Hawk Elf Forces this round. With the ability to fly at high altitudes and throw burning or exploding-type weapons and arrows, these Black Elves were the nightmares of all Wizards that were Level Five and below.
”Father, the captain of the group of Black Elves in the sky seems like he has silver stripes. He's definitely a high leveled existence. If we kill him and take him back as proof, we'll meet our quest quota for the next two months.” Unlike Kevin's currently pained state of mind, his daughter Maria was brimming with confidence.
”My lord and lady, I have terrible news! Another two groups that are being led by Contractors have arrived. They've surely noticed the commotion here!” reported the only archer who was concurrently holding another post as a scout loudly.
”We must get to work immediately, or they'll definitely steal the credit!” Maria urged her father.
”Don't worry, we're just slightly inexperienced.” Kevin exhaled firmly. The arrival of friendly forces would be the best-case scenario. Otherwise, it was uncertain whether he could get rid of the Giant Hawk Forces in the sky if he could not accurately grasp the little White Dragon that he had summoned.
”But…”
Roar!!
Suddenly, a long and muscular Young Blue Dragon flew over from the faraway sky. The cerulean Blue Dragon had smooth dragon scales while the length of its body was five to six whole meters long.
”Haha, the captain of the Black Elves with Silver-Striped one as well. My luck is actually pretty good today.”
”Houston, I discovered him first so don't even dare of stealing my credit!”
Another Red Dragon with an even bigger physique flew over in the sky. Shrouds of red halos were lingering around this Red Dragon's whole body. It was apparently a prodigious Red Dragon that naturally possessed scorching radiation.
”Mark, do you really think that your Contractor can win a fight against us?” It seemed that the Blue Dragon was unexpectedly not afraid of the other party. ”Although I can't beat you, I can still stall you temporarily. However, you Contractor is another story… haha.”
Both members of the dragon race surrounded the Black Elves in mid-air. However, they were not rushing to put their hands to the task but were arguing with each other instead.
Maria and the others below paced in circles frantically, unaware that Kevin had mentally sighed in relief vigorously.
They saw that another Young White Dragon was about to appear in the sky quickly before Kevin secretly cut off the connection of his contract passage while the faint light of his Contract Matrix extinguished itself on the ground naturally.
”Let's go. There's none of our business here anymore,” said Kevin softly.
”Father, you've acted too slowly. Otherwise, this credit would have been ours definitely,” grumbled Maria.
”It's fine, we'll find another place…”
Hum!
Suddenly, a deep distinct voice echoed throughout the minds of all the dragon race Contractors here.
”All Contractors, head towards the message transmission site immediately and gather there. All Contractors, head towards the message transmission site immediately and gather there. The location of the unique Underground City has been discovered, and the Pearl of the Hall may be hidden there. You must definitely fight to obtain it.”
The voice repeated itself in their heads three consecutive times.
”Pearl of the Hall…” Kevin's mind stirred. The revolving core of the Black Streak Empire's Underground City -- Pearl of the Hall had numerous mystical effects.
Its most renown effect was its ability to improve aptitudes and forcibly modify souls to increase the probability of breakthroughs for numerous Professionals who were unable to break through their limits.
The Pearl of the Hall's most valuable aspect was that it was a first-rate treasure that could sufficiently increase the probability of breaking through to Level Eight when it was used.
Furthermore, the Underground City was also the predecessor of the Black Streak Empire and the remains of the Black Elf Empire, hence there would definitely be an abundance of rare treasures inside it. Moreover, the Black Elf Empire was an infamously greedy empire that possessed a myriad of treasure and wealth.
”Must we go?” Kevin knew in his heart that he had no other choice. This question was undoubtedly insignificant. Military orders could not be defied and his misdemeanors would definitely be recorded if he did not go. Since he was currently wearing his badge now, there was no leeway for him to struggle at all. He was worried that the little White Dragon that he had contracted was not even at Level Five… if he rushed in like this, would it really be alright?
Unlike his fearful and dispirited self, Maria and the few other Warriors were enthusiastic now after Kevin had relayed this information to them.
”Underground City, huh. Although we certainly won't be able to obtain the Pearl of the Temple, there is an abundance of treasures there. As long as we can get a few random antiques or good items, we will definitely earn a lot of money if we sell them!”
Maria was very knowledgeable and knew many rumors regarding the Underground City.