CHAPTER 439: CHAPTER 345: HEADING TO THE LAND OF TRUTH_2

Finally,

The ’Secret Practitioner’ made a decision.

"Alright then, let’s first meet up with ’The Lamp Holder,’ and we can discuss the situation here later."

Immediately, the two women set out again, heading toward ’Sky Mountain Garden No.10,’ while the unknown ravings continued to echo faintly in the dim light.

...

On the other side,

Yang Qizhou was completely unaware of the imminent trouble. After seeing the description of ’Little Seventeen’ in the text, he subconsciously curled his lips.

Come to think of it, that’s truly the case.

Though the ’Game Character’ was quite active during the Asgard incident and reaped the most benefits—including successfully taming the ’King of Nature’—in truth, he was merely shouting "666" from behind the scenes while the real battles and negotiations were carried out by those top-tier entities bearing the rank of the ’Cosmic Pillars.’

’Dream Realm Sovereign,’ ’Doomsday Land,’ ’Desolate Mother,’ ’Wind Lord,’ ’Lord of Night’...

If it weren’t for Them, the Game Character would have long been crushed into dust, let alone manage to tame the Ancient God King who wielded the authority of ’Nature.’

With a couple of playful remarks in his mind,

Yang Qizhou didn’t spend too much time on distractions and once again focused his attention on his phone, where the text was still auto-refreshing.

"Faced with ’Little Seventeen’s’ shocked expression, you decide to show an exaggerated smile and say, ’See? My vast connections—I’ve even got Cosmic Pillars working for me.’

"But before you can carry this out, the sudden disturbance strikes."

"The violent tremors surged like waves; the entire ’Truth Hall’ shook violently. Numerous bookshelves arranged like those in a library toppled in the tremors, and visible cracks appeared on the ceiling above."

"This is bad—a tremendously terrifying force is conducting high-dimensional strikes on ’No.17 Truth Hall.’ Its defense system, already on the verge of collapse, is barely holding up under the assault. As the spirit of ’Truth Hall,’ ’Little Seventeen’ evidently understands what’s happening and speaks in a voice full of panic."

"Your expression abruptly stiffens as your heart shouts in alarm... How could it be this fast? Could it really be ’The Master of Millions’ who’s already detected my presence so soon after my escape?"

"You..."

...

This fast?

Although you had anticipated that ’Doomsday Land’ might hedge its bets—helping the ’Game Character’ escape the gazes of several Cosmic Pillars while leaving behind certain flaws—barely a few dozen seconds have passed since the events unfolded.

Fortunately, you decided against using the ’Teleportation Scroll’ earlier; otherwise, not only would the minute-long incantation time have failed to hold up, but even if the teleportation succeeded, escaping without the isolation provided by ’Truth Hall’ would render you vulnerable to the Pillar-tier strikes of ’The Master of Millions,’ leading to immediate capture.

Yang Qizhou’s expression grew grim as countless thoughts raced through his mind.

He then turned to ’Mr. Death’ and asked, "’Are there any new developments regarding the current situation in Asgard?’"

"Developments? None at all. Did something happen, Your Excellency ’The Lamp Holder’?" ’Mr. Death’ looked puzzled, his eyes filled with confusion.

This puzzled Yang Qizhou as well.

To his understanding, if ’The Master of Millions’ had indeed discerned the mockery of rules brought forth by the authority of the ’Jester who Teases the Crown,’ as well as the departure of the Game Character from ’Asgard,’ it inevitably meant shifting focus away from Asgard. Such a move would unavoidably result in unforeseen changes to this ’God’s Fortress.’

Yang Qizhou quickly thought of another possibility.

It could be true that ’Doomsday Land’ left behind flaws, but that didn’t necessarily convince ’The Master of Millions’—or the entity behind Doom’s Land—to trust in the discovery immediately. Instead, They might fall into the ’Rashomon’ trap of doubt, suspecting the flaws were deliberately laid to ensure the Game Character’s escape.

On the surface, after all, ’Doomsday Land’ seemingly placed its bet firmly on the Game Character’s success.

Thus,

’The Master of Millions’ might conduct only a minimal probe, abstaining from excessive action or redirecting Their focus away from Asgard just yet.

But the situation wouldn’t remain static indefinitely. Over time, ’The Master of Millions’ would inevitably discover that ’Doomsday Land’ had indeed hedged its bets and realize the Game Character had truly departed ’Asgard,’ returning to Truth Hall with the purpose of advancing plans originating from the Fourth Epoch’s early stages. Fierce pursuits would ensue.

At that point, with ’Truth Hall’s’ defenses, holding the line would seem near impossible.

Efforts must be made immediately,

to escape the gazes of ’The Master of Millions.’

"Ex... Excellency ’The Lamp Holder,’ has there been a new development in the storyline?" Amid the tension, an anxious voice rose.

The speaker was none other than ’Mr. Death.’ His Game Character remained in ’Asgard,’ and at this juncture—where the ancient lands intersected with the real world—any horror encountered in the game had the potential to manifest repercussions in the player’s physical reality. His own safety hung in the balance. Though intimidated by ’The Lamp Holder’s’ strength and authority, he couldn’t resist asking.

Yang Qizhou had no time to appease ’Mr. Death’s’ emotions. Casually, he replied, "If nothing goes wrong, ’The Master of Millions’ will soon depart, and the gates of ’Mysterious Town’ will retreat from ’Asgard.’ Also, if news surfaces in this regard, inform me immediately."

Then,

he redirected his focus to his phone screen.

"The gates of ’Mysterious Town’ will retreat from ’Asgard’..." ’Mr. Death’ muttered the words to himself, his originally taut nerves slightly relaxing.

...

"You understand that urgency won’t be helpful, and quickly regain your composure, analyzing the current circumstances with your mind racing."

"Suddenly,"

"An incomprehensible insight surfaces in your mind; you realize ’The Master of Millions’ hasn’t shifted focus away from ’Asgard’ and infer that this ’Nameless Land’ hasn’t entirely trusted in the flaws left by ’Doomsday Land.’"

"This presents an excellent opportunity."

"Right now, the ’Truth Hall’ continues to shake violently, and the cracks have spread from the ceiling to all directions. Although ’The Master of Millions’ is merely probing, the degree of force wielded—even at a fraction—is still devastating to this already fractured ’Truth Hall.’

"Respected ’Wizard,’ what exactly is going on? Can you explain it to ’Little Seventeen?’ ’Little Seventeen’ is so scared right now..." ’Little Seventeen’s’ voice trembles, ridden with fear.

"Sorrow fills your heart; despite the reluctance, you briefly explain the situation."

"Afterward, with a grave expression, you comment, ’The Master of Millions’ has yet to believe in the mockery of reality brought by the authority of the ’Jester who Teases the Crown.’ They are just probing lightly for now, but when the realization comes, focus will inevitably shift here. ’Truth Hall’ won’t be able to withstand such pressure. We need to escape here before that moment arrives and find a safe place.’"

"After pausing briefly, you add, ’Of course, I’ll make sure to bring you along as well.’

’Little Seventeen’ reacts like a frightened kitten, bristling and poised to accuse, ’So it was you who brought the enemy here!’ But before she can say it, another wave of violent tremors interrupts her indignation."

"My core is the Stone of Truth located at the center of ’Truth Hall.’ If I leave here, I’ll lose my vessel and won’t be able to manifest again. Respected ’Wizard,’ as compensation, you must help me find another vessel...’ Little Seventeen grits her teeth as she speaks."

"You don’t hold ’Little Seventeen’s’ rudeness against her. After all, it’s because of you that her ’home’ is now on the brink of destruction. Nodding your agreement, you ask, ’Do you know where we can go to escape the gaze of ’The Master of Millions?’"

"To..."

"’Little Seventeen’ is about to respond when a brief pause stops her abruptly. A half-second later, she recovers and solemnly answers, ’Of course, to the Land of Truth.’"