B2 - Chapter 75

B2 - Chapter 75

It wasnt long before William was well within the gap. They jumped smoothly over the massive rubble that previously formed a mountain.

He had been checking the spirit beasts that had been released behind them, and nothing could have been more evident that this was all intentional when the beasts stopped bothering to chase them.

Do we keep going? Kae broke the silence.

William slowed their pace to something far more leisurely. He couldnt see much ahead other than a large lake that took up their narrow field of view. The mountains on both sides prevented him from seeing anything else.

We can test it, William said, coming to a stop and looking behind. The beasts were moving again. Yes, we keep going.

Kae nodded, not questioning his decision. At some point in their escape, Kae had decided that he would be given the lead. William wasnt sure how he felt about that, but there was no time to divvy out responsibilities.

He restarted their trek but at a much slower pace. He frequently looked at the beasts in the field behind them to make sure they werent following, and they werent. As long as they kept moving forward, the beasts stayed put and didnt care how fast or slow their pace was.Follow current novels at novelhall.com)

Do you have any idea where were heading? William asked when they settled into a mortals walking pace.

No, Kae was short as always, though he rethought that after a moment. I was under the impression that nothing existed beyond the borders of each level.

The first thought that appeared in Williams mind was the origination of the spirit beasts. Perhaps this was where they were raised before they ended up being slaughtered.

So Im guessing the destruction of a mountain isnt usual, William stated, to which Kae nodded silently. How do the beast waves usually show up?

They just appear.

So likely a teleportation formation, William wondered out loud.

Maybe. Probably. But does it matter? Kae said gruffly.

Maybe not, but it might give us a clue of what to expect.

Silence fell over them again.

William watched the surroundings like a hawk, trying to see if there was anything out of place. It was a grey, drab area with large, boulder-sized rubble of the same color. It seemed like a dead zone for all living things, plants or animals.

Knowing nothing about the mountain range that circled the field that made up level two, he could only assume they were artificially created to act as a divider. Placing plant life, or any life, would be an unnecessary waste of time.

Whats the plan if we see that eye again?

William glanced at Kae with a raised brow. I hope that it doesnt want to kill us. So far, it seems it wants something else.

Can you get down there without breaking your legs? William asked as he considered how to get there himself.

I should be able to.

He nodded as he knelt, his free hand lighting up with Qi before he slammed his fingers into the side of the cliff. He felt a slight sting, but his fingers sank into the rock like a hot knife through butter.

It should be doable, but there was a chance that parts of the cliff could have denser rock. He should use some of his available attribute points for safety. Dropping straight down the cliff wouldnt kill him. Still, it would require taking a pill or elixir. He had no intention of accepting impurity when it could be avoided.

Spirit: 226

Strength: 110

Stamina: 110

Agility: 140

Luck: 150

Points: 232

Thirty points should be more than enough.

[+30 Strength]

His hand reignited with Qi, fingers slicing into the cliff before his palm smacked against rock. He couldnt feel anything this time.

Perfect.

Ready when you are, William said as he stood up.

Are you climbing your way down? Kae stared at him with a blank look.

Pretty much, William confirmed. Whats your plan?

This, Kae jumped, leaving William behind with wide eyes.

He stared at Kaes plummeting form and hoped there was a plan other than healing himself after landing. He shook his head and glanced back. The spirit beasts had entered the mountain gap.

William backed close to the edge and bounced on his toes to rid himself of nerves. He eyed the beasts one last time and brought the egg closer to his body before making a short hop backward over the cliff.