Chapter 060: The Legend of the Dragon on the Snow Mountain
"Help you?"
When Ryan heard this, he glanced at her, which was also expected.
As prisoners, what they want most is freedom.
But he didn't intend to agree to it.
If this barbarian girl guessed that I was eager to decipher a secret scroll, I'm afraid she would use it as a threat and ask for other conditions.
…
Hearing this, Ryan said coldly: "Do you think... you are qualified to negotiate with me now?"
Wu Duo felt a chill down his spine when he was stared at by Ryan, but he did not show weakness. He said proudly, "Only the high priest of the Coleman tribe in the tribe knows how to interpret this kind of 'sacrificial language'... There are no more than ten people in total! If I die, it will be impossible for you to find someone to interpret it!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
"Hehe...are you threatening me?"
Ryan stared into her eyes and didn't look like he was lying.
Moreover, what she said was reasonable.
A primitive tribe would certainly not have two complete writing systems, and it is obvious that "Monkr" is much more complex and profound than their Coleman language.
Perhaps it is true as she said, that only the so-called "high priest lineage" in the tribe can understand and interpret this special ancient language.
But this also aroused Ryan's curiosity. This burden was only thirteen years old, but she could actually know this kind of ancient text. So, her identity in the tribe might be a bit special.
He was not in a hurry, because he had the absolute initiative in his hands.
"I'm just interested in the writings of this ancient civilization. If you don't want to talk about it, forget it."
Ryan would not give a captive a chance to attack him, so he sneered and said, "Since you don't want to help, then... please leave."
After saying that, he began to pick up the animal skins on the table with an indifferent look on his face.
Since you have borrowed it, you should return it to its original place.
Upon hearing this, Wu Duo became anxious.
Obviously, under the current circumstances, she has no right to negotiate terms.
Even if he wasn't tied up now, it would be impossible to escape from the city.
How could primitive people who didn't even know how to put in coins when riding a bus and couldn't speak the language possibly escape from the "City of Light" which was heavily guarded and had countless magical prohibitions?
Ryan didn't speak again, as if he really didn't care about translating "Monk's ancient language" at all.
"I...I really need your help..."
Finally, Wu Duo suppressed her stubbornness.
The lives of her tribesmen depend on her, and she can't delay any longer.
She changed her tone to one of pleading, and said, "I am a warrior of the Coleman tribe. I am not afraid of death. But if I cannot return to the tribe, there will be a 'great terror' befalling this land, and then my tribe and you will all die..."
"hehe……"
Obviously, this statement sounds grand, and the more mysterious it is, the more false it is.
What "great terror"? Do you think I will believe it if you scare me like this?
Ryan naturally didn't take it to heart and looked completely unmoved.
However, he was also very curious about Wu Duo's identity, and... why she came to intercept and kill that group of mysterious people.
He was not in a hurry to translate. Instead, he wanted to find out the whole story. He raised his eyebrows and asked, "Did you cause the beast tide in the forest that day? Was your magic backlash caused by that?"
The tone was very casual, and I just took it as some gossip.
Wu Duo knew that if she dared to hide anything now, this man would probably give up on her immediately, so she nodded: "Yes! We, the Coleman clan, have a secret method that can make the monsters go berserk. But my magic power is not enough to cover a large area of the forest, so I was backfired..."
Ryan raised his eyebrows and understood a little.
He then asked directly: "You went to the west of the Alcoron Mountains just to kill people?"
Alcolon Mountains?
Probably referring to the Holy Mountain.
"We're not here to kill people!"
Wu Duo corrected him righteously.
After saying this, she hesitated for a moment, as if weighing whether to tell the truth.
But looking at the sneer on Ryan's lips, she knew that if she said anything to displease him again, she would be abandoned immediately.
She had to tell the truth: "The invaders sneaked into our tribe's sacrificial site and stole the tribe's sacred objects. We are here to retrieve the sacred objects..."
Oh, so it’s for some “holy object”.
For the hunters, barbarians, including people and treasures, are all objects of "hunting". Territorial invasion and resource plunder are normal behaviors.
Hearing this, Ryan didn't feel too surprised.
Obviously, the "holy object" might have been intercepted by the barbarians. Otherwise, those "mysterious people" would not have pursued it so relentlessly.
Although Ryan was also very curious about what the holy object was, he did not ask directly.
No matter how much she was threatened, she would never say something that would make a group of people sacrifice their lives to get it back.
Even if we really want to interrogate him, it would be after translating the ancient scroll.
…
Ryan asked again: "How did you get here? I mean...how did you avoid this city and go to the other side of the mountains?"
Wu Duo responded: "We flew here on a snow sculpture ! Because of this, we were attacked by the 'XX Monster', and many tribal warriors were killed or injured..."
She said a strange new word, and from the description it sounded like some horrible flying monster.
The two of them couldn't describe clearly what kind of monster it was even after talking and gesturing, so Wu Duo finally had to use pen and paper to draw it.
When Ryan looked at the large flesh-winged lizard faintly visible on the paper, he was shocked: "Isn't this a giant dragon?"
“There’s a giant dragon on the snowy mountain?”
This was the first time Ryan had heard of it.
At least in the past year or so of traveling, he has never heard any legends about living dragons.
This overlord-level magical beast that only exists in myths and legends and in mythological civilizations can actually be alive?
It turns out that somewhere in the snowy mountain behind us, there is a black dragon's lair?
Wu Duo said with certainty: "Yes. At least a thousand years ago, the legend of that terrifying monster has been circulating in the tribe. It is a huge monster with black scales and can spit fire. It is the most powerful monster in the world..."
Ryan became more and more curious: "Did you see the black dragon when you came here?"
Myths and legends describe that big lizards love to collect shiny things, so the dragon's lair must be a treasure trove.
"No."
Wu Duo shook his head: "But they encountered some hybrid dragons that could also fly. They were the offspring of black dragons... It was them that attacked the snow sculptures, causing heavy casualties among the tribal warriors."
…
"Okay... I don't have any more questions."
Ryan didn't mention anything about the "holy object", and Udo's expression was obviously relieved.
He said directly: "Now, I need you to write down all the 'Sacrificial Language' you understand, and then interpret it for me. If I am satisfied, perhaps I would not mind helping you with a little bit."
These words were spoken in the same bland tone as the previous gossip.
The meaning is very clear: say it if you want to, and get out of here immediately if you don’t want to!
Wu Duo said with a determined look: "I can help you interpret the 'words of sacrifice', but... I need your promise first!"
“…”
Ryan pursed his lips, showing an impatient expression.
This girl is so stubborn!
Wu Duo was afraid that he would abandon her again, so she quickly explained: "If I can't get back in time, the Black Tide will come and the tribe will suffer a devastating disaster. So... I must get back as soon as possible!"
Kuroshio?
Another strange new term.
Regardless of whether this really happened or not, even if there really was some "great terror", there were still tall people to support it if the sky collapsed, and he, a first-level [Awakener], was not panicked at all.
Ryan still had no expression and was lost in thought.
Although if we continue to hold on, I guess this barbarian girl will compromise.
But think about it, after all, translation is a delicate job, and there are hidden dangers if a "tool man" does things with emotion.
After hesitating for a long while, Ryan finally spoke to break the awkward atmosphere.
He asked calmly, "What promise do you want from me?"
Wu Duo: "Get me out of the city!"
Expected request.
Ryan spread his hands: "If you behave well, I will consider it."
"I need a definite promise!"
Wu Duo shook her head and begged again: "Please! I know you are a good person, you will definitely help me..."
“…”
Ryan couldn't help but roll his eyes. He was treated as a nice guy by a thirteen-year-old girl.
He calmly asked with a sneer, "Haha, you seem very sure that I will help you?"
Wu Duo said the truth: "I know the 'language of nature'."
"???"
Upon hearing this, Ryan was stunned.
Is there something wrong with the translation? What did I hear? This answer seems to have nothing to do with the question.
Wu Duo added: "I can sense the emotions of monsters and all living things."
"???"
Another string of question marks appeared on Ryan's forehead.
What does it mean? This savage treats me as a monster?
He vaguely guessed that this girl might have sensed his urgent desire to translate the "Monk'er ancient language" because of some strange and extraordinary abilities.
At this time, Wu Duo explained: "This is the ability that the gods have given to us, the lineage of the Coleman High Priest, so that we can understand the 'Voice of All Things'... Although I didn't understand your language before, I know that you are different from those despicable invaders. This is why I pray for your help. I know you really want to learn the 'Sacrificial Language', but I also sincerely hope that you can help me."
Ryan: “…”
Sure enough, this chick saw through everything.
She seems to have a really magical ability.
Could it be that the reason why the legendary barbarians are good at taming monsters is due to this ability?
Ryan raised an eyebrow in disbelief.
Both sides have made their chips clear, so there is no need to continue testing the waters.
He said directly: "Help me translate the 'Sacrificial Language', and I can promise to do my best to help you get out of the city in ten days."
After all, this girl is the Countess's captive, and he has no right to agree to anything carelessly.
But he didn't say this perfunctorily.
It seems that the countess doesn't care much about this barbarian. When the time comes, I can help her plead for mercy and save her life. If it doesn't work, it will be her own bad luck.
This is all I can promise.
"good!"
This time, Wu Duo did not hesitate and agreed decisively.
Because she felt the sincerity of that promise.
