CHAPTER 187: CHAPTER 183: TROUBLE WITHIN THE WALLS

This description immediately reminded Wang Wu of General Xuelang’s Wolf Gaze Divine Techniques. Indeed, prioritizing Concealment was the most correct choice.

Moreover, this is just at 16+2. If he fully activates two Acupoint Opening Demon Pills, he would achieve 16+4=20 levels of Passive Concealment, which would certainly be even more explosive.

Hahaha, how delightful!

Wang Wu suddenly felt a bit grateful to Wolf Bu’er. Without its compulsion, he would never have engraved like this, not even if beaten to death. It seemed like a reckless gamble, but the result was truly satisfying.

Next, he unhesitatingly consumed 5,000 points of Spiritual Qi, raising the Heart of the Earth to Level 5. This was the last discount at the current stage; continuing to upgrade would require 25,000 points of Spiritual Qi.

The effects of the Level 5 Heart of the Earth were the same as before: Life +100, Physical Strength +100, Basic Agility +1, Basic Power +1, Basic Defense +1, Longevity +50 years.

By this point, his Life Value had reached 2,200 points, Physical Strength 2,300 points, Basic Agility 74 points, Basic Power 75 points, Basic Defense 87 points.

The Basic Attributes truly soared in all directions.

"I can’t eat anymore; I can’t let down Elder Song, nor can I let down Wolf Bu’er... but I need to escape, right? Honestly, I can’t be trapped here forever, right? In emergency situations, exceptions must be made; Elder Song, please don’t blame me, don’t blame me!"

Wang Wu felt truly guilty to the core, using the Inner Breathing Technique to circulate Blood Qi, speeding up the digestion of Satiety, while continuing to furiously dig and excavate within the intact tree root until he managed to break free, though leaving a large hole in the tree root.

By this time, his Satiety had soared to over 30,000, and his Spiritual Qi had also exceeded 15,000.

With tears in his eyes, Wang Wu consumed 12,500 points of Spiritual Qi, raising Danger Perception to Level 16, making it 16+1.

"Boom!"

However, when Wang Wu raised Danger Perception to 16, making it 16+1, although the attribute bar still didn’t provide any detailed description, he suddenly heard a strange sound.

But upon closer listening, he couldn’t hear it.

It was like an illusion.

Wang Wu was dumbfounded, and quietly stood still in place for about ten minutes before he suddenly sensed the sound again.

"Boom!"

Not strong, not weak, it seemed like some kind of heartbeat, and he wasn’t really hearing it. Wang Wu could confirm this time that it was his Danger Perception sensing it, mysteriously and profoundly sensing it.

"So what is this? It seems to be on the other side of this tree root. Is it some parasite? Or..."

Wang Wu dared not think further.

The next moment he slowly closed his eyes, yet imagined a small garden thousands of meters above.

Wolf Bu’er must know he came here, right? Elder Song is sincerely loyal to the Lang Family, right?

The Lang Family has deep foundations; that General Xuelang said it was recuperating somewhere; surely it couldn’t be in another place, right?

Then what place could be more suitable than under the Ancient Tree, within the tree roots nourished by abundant Spiritual Qi!

Wang Wu truly hoped he was just overthinking.

If this wasn’t a coincidence, Elder Song, this tree slave that has been loyal to the Lang Family for over two thousand years, is probably...

Of course, maybe he was overthinking; he didn’t even realize how abnormal his Danger Perception Talent became after reaching 16+1.

Anyway, it’s not suitable to stay here for long; if the place on the other side is truly where General Xuelang is recuperating, he would indeed be silenced.

As he quietly and silently moved through, just about to emerge from the tree root tunnel, suddenly, an intangible mysterious force like a giant net descended, imprisoning him within the tree root tunnel and sealing off his way back.

Simultaneously, the tree root opening that he had previously slashed open with a Broken Sword began to heal on its own.

What’s going on?

Wang Wu was shocked,

Has Wolf Bu’er finally decided to ruthlessly silence him?

This Female Demon, flipping faces as easily as flipping pages.

However, it doesn’t quite feel right, does it?

While Wang Wu was pondering, he suddenly sensed some commotion outside. It was at the Tree Heart, where countless chains bound the Tree Heart, a faint glow appeared, gradually becoming brighter and illuminating the entire area.

Then, hearing a clanking of chains, a door at the Tree Heart opened, from which emerged a group of people.

Although Wang Wu couldn’t see, miraculously, his 16+1 Danger Perception allowed him to see clearly through a different, peculiar perspective.

A total of six people, of all genders and ages, well, the only one resembling a young girl was indeed Wolf Bu’er, scowling and quite displeased.

The rest were three men and two women, all elders, their auras strong and unfathomable.

"Where is the trespasser in the Forbidden Land?"

One of them, an elder with a severe appearance, demanded sharply.

"Third Uncle, before we have all the facts, please refrain from jumping to conclusions! That Xiong Wu is a friend I brought back, even Shi Liu speaks highly of him. He is trustworthy!"

"Young Master, then how do you explain the alarm from the Forbidden Land Array?"

"How would I know? After discussing with him, I left. With Elder Song there, what could possibly go wrong?" Wolf Bu’er was very angry and frustrated, feeling a surge of betrayal and anger.

"Young Master, we have searched the entire garden but didn’t find your friend. Elder Song said he hasn’t seen him either—how do you explain that? I know you trust your friend, but at the very least, you should bring him out to explain. And if we find him here later, I hope you won’t act recklessly!"

Another old woman spoke softly.

Upon hearing this, Wolf Bu’er’s expression turned even more somber, yet he said nothing more.

Wang Wu, listening in secret, found it odd. He had purposely spoken loudly earlier, yet Wolf Bu’er didn’t hear him. Hadn’t you returned to that wooden house?

Moreover, Elder Song claimed he hadn’t seen him, even though it was Elder Song who brought him here.

Goodness, even this scheme is so crude.

Do they really not fear a face-to-face confrontation?

Something’s not right, very not right! It’s like a low-quality, crude film plot, leaving one speechless!

"Enough talk, search!"

At this moment, several old men and women jumped out, each employing the Wolf’s Glance Divine Techniques. Their eyes gleamed like gold, tirelessly searching every corner of this underground space.

In just a brief moment, Wang Wu was scanned by at least three Wolf’s Glance Divine Techniques, characterized by their strong penetrating insight.

"You were scanned by Snow Wolf Clan Elder Wolf Laiye with the Wolf’s Glance Divine Techniques, but because his power is only Fifth Grade, his Wolf’s Glance Divine Techniques cannot lock onto you."

"You were scanned by Snow Wolf Clan Elder Wolf Laifeng with the Wolf’s Glance Divine Techniques, but because his power is only Fourth Grade, he cannot lock onto you."

"You were scanned by Snow Wolf Clan Elder Wolf Lai... unable to lock on."

——

This relieved Wang Wu, making him grateful for his earlier decisions. If it had been his nephew, he would have been discovered in seconds.

On the other side, the three Lang Family elders, Wolf Laiye, Wolf Laifeng, and Wolf Lai, found nothing and couldn’t help but look bewildered.

"Young Master, you need to quickly find your friend. I hope you aren’t reckless again. This place is the Snow Wolf Race’s forbidden land. How could you settle him here? Even if you treat Xiong Shiliu well, it’s not worth jeopardizing the family’s interests."

The elders advised him earnestly before leaving. In contrast, Wolf Bu’er was confused, because if Xiong Wu wasn’t here, where could he be?

Could it be that he escaped to inform them?

At this moment, even someone as composed as him almost lost his cool.

Could it be he really didn’t know?

Meanwhile, within the tree root passage, Wang Wu grew increasingly puzzled. What was Elder Song up to?

The clues were now obvious. Elder Song had concealed the truth from all the wolves, bringing him here for certain purposes.

Soon, Wolf Bu’er also left, and the underground tree heart space returned to silence.

But just then, Elder Song’s voice rose smoothly.

"Xiong Wu, I know you are still here. No need to play hide and seek with me. Your concealment technique is indeed remarkable, but unfortunately, the Hundred-Change Ruyi Demon Leaf on you is conspicuously betraying you. To the Ancient Tree Race, it is as visible as a firefly at night, even attracting the Great Illusion King Insect to attack you."

Upon hearing this, Wang Wu was stunned. So, it was the Hundred-Change Ruyi Demon Leaf that betrayed him, the main reason the Great Illusion King Insect attacked him.

But what does this old guy want?

Wang Wu kept silent and didn’t remove the Hundred-Change Ruyi Demon Leaf. Indeed, after a while, Elder Song’s voice spoke again.

"You are a cunning little fellow. It seems I didn’t choose wrongly. Do you know? Just now, Wolf Bu’er has already had murderous intentions towards you! Even if you explain the whole truth to him now, it won’t help, because you no longer hold much value to him. Had you stayed quiet, it would have been fine, but you went and caused a mess, embarrassing him in front of the elders! This affects his status within the Snow Wolf Race."

"So, I advise you not to act rashly."

That’s truly ruthless.

Thinking it over, Wang Wu had to commend it.

He’s now really in a situation where there’s no clear explanation.

"Sir, framing me like this, do you intend to rebel?"

Wang Wu finally spoke.

"Clever child, but you’re wrong. I’m not rebelling, I’m seeking freedom. You should know, I was once a branch of the previous Grandpa Tree, but the ancestors of the Snow Wolf Race imprisoned me with a secret technique, turning me into their family’s Feng Shui Wealth Tree. For thousands of years, I’ve been trapped here with no chance to escape."

"Until recently, a series of events occurred, granting me a sliver of opportunity."

"Oh? Do tell!" Wang Wu was no longer in a hurry, pondering if Wolf Bu’er could hear these words, what would he think?

Would he understand the reason for his refusal to relinquish control over the Companion Demon Vine?

Ah, why think about this? As Elder Song said, unless he agrees to imprint the Grass and Wood Patrol Mountain Technique, he holds little value to Wolf Bu’er. To quell the elders’ inquiries, he might actually kill him to calm their wrath.

As the saying goes, there’s no going back!