Chapter 1112
The Abyss of Fiends
“Teacher Fu Ye, we can set off now.” A resolute glint flashed in Mo Fan’s eyes.
"As long as the core of the Sha Yuan is not resolved, the ancient capital will not have peace."
Fu Ye nodded slightly and was about to get up when he heard hurried footsteps behind him, accompanied by Zhu Meng's slightly embarrassed voice.
"Lord Fu Ye, please wait a moment!"
Everyone turned to look and saw Zhu Meng leading a group of people over. The leader was none other than Fang Gu, the village chief of Yangyang Village, who was supposed to be imprisoned.
He was still wearing that blood-stained coarse cloth shirt, but the previous madness was gone from his face.
Instead, an irrepressible greed emanated from him, and a burning light flashed in his eyes when they fell upon the direction of the Abyss of Evil.
No one expected that this madman who had slaughtered five villages would be released.
The higher-ups of the Magic Council discovered that Fang Gu was actually a descendant of an ancient king, sharing the same origin as Zhang Xiaohou.
Under the concept of "waste utilization", the higher-ups decided to let him redeem himself through meritorious service. In reality, they were using him as a guinea pig to explore the path. After all, the dangers inside the Abyss were unknown, and Fang Gu, who was protected by the bloodline of an ancient king, was undoubtedly the most suitable sacrifice.
“Lord Fu Ye, although Fang Gu has committed heinous crimes, considering that he possesses the bloodline of an ancient king, he might be able to provide assistance in entering the Abyss of Fiends. Please allow him to join the team.” Zhu Meng’s tone was earnest, clearly showing his helplessness regarding this decision.
Fang Gu immediately adopted a respectful demeanor and bowed to Fu Ye.
"Lord Fu Ye, I was foolish before and committed a great crime. Now that I know that Sha Yuan is causing trouble, I am willing to atone for my sins as a descendant of the ancient king. Even if I am shattered to pieces, I will get rid of this thorn in the side of the ancient capital!"
His words were earnest, but there was no remorse in his eyes, only an urgent thirst for unknown benefits.
Fu Ye's gaze swept lightly over Fang Gu, his insightful eyes having already taken in the other's selfish desires.
Fang Gu never thought of redemption, nor did he care about the survival of the ancient capital.
He had heard that the ancient king's thousand-year legacy was hidden deep within the Abyss of Fiends, so he feigned compliance, only wanting to take advantage of his bloodline to sneak into the core, seize the legacy, and ascend to the heavens.
Fu Ye had already made up his mind about this, but he didn't say it aloud. He simply said slowly, "Okay."
Those two words brought a flash of wild joy to Fang Gu's eyes, and he quickly said, "Thank you for your kindness, Lord Fu Ye!"
Zhu Meng breathed a sigh of relief and was about to say something more when another slender figure stepped out from the crowd. It was Su Xiaoluo from Luohua Village.
She was dressed in light hunting attire, with a short sword slung across her back. Her face showed a hint of naivety, but her eyes were exceptionally determined.
Su Xiaoluo is kind-hearted. When Luohua Village was in danger, it was she who stepped forward to save Zhang Xiaohou who was trapped.
Having witnessed firsthand how Fu Ye single-handedly set up a teleportation array to save hundreds of thousands of civilians in the ancient capital, she had already planted a seed of admiration in her heart.
Upon learning that Fu Ye was going to venture deep into the Abyss of Evil, she volunteered to come, with only one thought in her mind.
Even at the cost of my life, I will lend Fu Ye a hand and end this disaster completely.
"Lord Fu Ye, I want to join you!" Su Xiaoluo walked up to Fu Ye, bowed slightly, and spoke in a clear voice with an undeniable determination.
"I know I'm not very strong, but I'm not afraid to die! In critical moments, I'm willing to make mistakes for you, and even risk my life to create opportunities!"
These words were spoken with conviction and without the slightest hesitation.
The surrounding mages were stunned, never expecting that this seemingly frail girl would have such courage.
Zhang Xiaohou quickly stepped forward.
"Xiao Luo, the Abyss of Fiends is too dangerous. It's full of high-level undead. Going in is just suicide!"
"Yes, Xiao Luo, you've already done enough. There's no need to take this risk!"
Mo Fan also offered his advice.
Su Xiaoluo shook her head, her gaze fixed on Fu Ye, her eyes filled with sincerity. "Lord Fu Ye has saved so many people, I can't just stand by and watch him face danger alone. Although I'm weak, I'm a physician and I know a lot about herbs, I won't be a burden!"
Looking at the girl in front of him with clear, innocent eyes, Fu Ye felt a long-lost sense of emotion welling up in his heart.
In this chaotic world where everyone is looking out for themselves, it is truly rare to find someone so sincere as to be willing to give their life for a stranger.
He secretly harbored a desire to nurture Su Xiaoluo, for her kindness and courage were precisely what this corrupt magician world lacked.
Perhaps because I've seen so much mud, seeing her like a flower was quite a surprise.
Liu Xian and Liu Ru stood behind Fu Ye, a hint of approval flashing in their eyes.
Having witnessed countless conspiracies and deceit, Su Xiaoluo's purity and courage are like a ray of light in the darkness, warming people's hearts.
"Do you know that once you enter the Abyss of Fiends, your life or death is uncertain?"
Fu Ye spoke slowly, his tone calm yet carrying a hint of testing.
"I know!" Su Xiaoluo nodded vigorously, without the slightest fear in her eyes.
"But I'm not afraid! To be able to follow Lord Fu Ye and do my part for the ancient capital, even if I die, I'm willing!"
"Okay." Fu Ye uttered another word, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes. "Then come along."
He raised his hand and waved, a gentle energy flowing into Su Xiaoluo's body, instantly healing the hidden injuries left by her past battles. At the same time, a pure magical energy flowed through her body. "Remember, follow me, and do not act on your own."
Feeling her body had fully recovered, Su Xiaoluo's face lit up with joy, and she quickly bowed to express her gratitude: "Thank you, Lord Fu Ye! I will definitely obey!"
Fang Gu watched this scene with a hint of jealousy in his eyes, but dared not say anything.
He could sense that Su Xiaoluo had gained Fu Ye's favor, and that he was nothing more than a tool to be used. But as long as he could enter the Abyss of Fiends and seize the inheritance, none of that mattered.
Fu Ye turned to Zhu Meng: "Alright, let's go in."
Zhu Meng nodded and said solemnly.
"Lord Fu Ye, please be careful! I will lead the remaining forces to hold off the Undead Lord and buy you time!"
Fu Ye nodded slightly, said no more, and turned to look at Mo Fan and Zhang Xiaohou: "Ready?"
"Ready!" the two replied in unison.
He then looked at Su Xiaoluo, his tone softening slightly: "Stay close behind me and don't leave my sight."
"Yes!" Su Xiaoluo nodded vigorously, following closely behind Fu Ye.
Finally, Fu Ye's gaze fell on Fang Gu, his eyes calm and expressionless, yet Fang Gu felt a chill for no apparent reason.
Fu Ye already knew Fang Gu's fate.
The inheritance within the Abyss of Fiends is protected by the will of an ancient king; those who are greedy will only be devoured by the power of the inheritance, leaving no trace of their remains.
He brought Fang Gu along only to let him bring about his own destruction, so that he wouldn't harm others in the future.
"Let's go."
At Fu Ye's command, he took the lead and flew towards the core of the Abyss of Fiends.
The power of space surged around him, forming an invisible channel that blocked the attacks of the two undead lords.
Su Xiaoluo followed closely behind Fu Ye, her small hands gripping the short sword on her back, her eyes resolute. Although she was inevitably a little nervous, she did not back down in the slightest.
Fang Gu lagged behind, his eyes gleaming with greed as he stared intently into the depths of the Abyss of Fiends. His steps were hurried, as if he feared that if he was even a step too late, the inheritance would be snatched away. (End of Chapter)