…
Among the golden rice fields.
Suddenly, a bright white blade flashed across.
The gambler's roulette wheel spins in the air.
The straw groups were separated at an extremely fast speed.
He also took the opportunity to easily kill the evil crow.
puff!
A crisp sound.
Roger takes back the spinning gambler's wheel.
Looking at the crow that was cut in half.
He didn't stay there for long.
Instead, he chose to leave directly.
Although there are no more clear clues.
But he was still sure that this crow was Olmodo's spy!
“That look…”
"No mistake!"
Roger didn't know what Olmodo would do once he discovered his whereabouts.
But he knew very well.
All you have left is time for growth.
I'm afraid not many.
therefore.
He couldn't help but quicken his pace to return to the Spark Factory.
…
at the same time.
The Dome of Ten Thousand Towers.
On top of the magnificent and majestic throne.
There was a rare hint of confusion in Olmodo's eyes.
originally.
Today's routine patrol unexpectedly discovered traces of a senior person.
This is a great thing.
But the other party's location, status and behavior made the main god of the starry sky clan deeply confused.
"What is this senior doing?"
"He's still lingering in the lower world!"
"He seems to be still collecting entry items? Is he not satisfied with the current items?"
"But this is illogical..."
Olmodo's thoughts were briefly stagnant.
Roger's performance made him doubt his own judgment for a time -
"Did I guess wrong?"
"Looking at his leisurely attitude, he doesn't look like he's in a hurry to save the God Hunter..."
"Is there no connection between them? What about the weapons?"
"It's not a coincidence, is it?"
The more Olmodo thought about it, the more confused he became.
Especially in the past week.
He focused most of his energy on searching the middle and uppermost areas for any traces of the veterans.
But the search at the lowest level was ignored!
But he just happened to appear in that horn!
what does that mean?
"A deliberate attempt to confuse people?"
"A feint?"
"Or did I really misjudge?"
Olmer thought a lot.
But at this point.
The calculations can no longer serve as a basis for formulating subsequent plans.
He couldn't allow what happened next to happen unexpectedly.
so.
He ordered his daughter who was heading to the middle level to rush to the fire factory on the bottom level as quickly as possible!
We must capture that veteran before he causes any trouble!
after all.
The real decisive battle is not far away.
When I think of the "final battle".
Olmodo's eyes became even deeper.
At that moment.
A boundless painting appeared out of thin air in front of him.
In the painting.
From a bird's eye view, we passed a snow-capped peak that towered into the clouds.
Immediately following.
The viewing angle height drops dramatically.
What greeted us was a pine forest covered with coniferous leaves.
This is an endless plain.
Towering and silent giant pine trees occupy 90% of the plain.
This makes the place quiet and solemn.
But in the shadow of those giant pines.
Hunters with solemn faces were waiting leisurely.
What they are waiting for is not the arrival of a person.
It’s the return of a species!
Suddenly.
The perspective, which was close to the ground, sank again.
Over a thick layer of conifers and loose soil.
The spectacular scenery beneath the plain was clearly displayed before Olmodo's eyes!
Those are extremely complex underground cities!
All the dungeons here follow the guidance of the stars.
Built according to some strange rules.
The core areas of the dungeon are engraved with mysterious runes inherited from the eve of the Sky-Splitting War.
I saw that the dungeon group and rune array were safe and sound.
The fire in Olmodo's eyes burned more fiercely.
“Returning is fighting.”
"The purpose of fighting is to return..."
"The God Army? Ha!"
"The Fallen Pine Plain will become your burial place!"
The next moment.
His figure suddenly disappeared from the throne.
Under the support of authority.
The Holy Spirit of Olmodo successfully left the Black Crystal World.
But He is seen using the totem world as a springboard.
Just a blink of an eye.
Then we arrived at the vast plain in the painting!
Olmodo did not hide his breath.
Therefore.
His arrival attracted countless hostile glances in the giant pine forest.
Feeling those long-lost and familiar gazes.
Olmodo was unmoved.
Because all this was within his calculations.
Although the conspiracy of the gods in the Ice Dragon Canyon came to nothing.
But their determination to hinder the return of the Star Gods will not change.
therefore.
A shocking fight and struggle will soon unfold on this plain.
The outcome of a river of blood is a foregone conclusion.
There is only one suspense.
who.
Which one is the last one standing?
Olmodo looked confidently at the Celestial hunters hiding under the shadow of the giant pine.
There are many outstanding people among them.
But his gaze suddenly stopped on a woman with an outstanding appearance!
The woman glanced at Him.
He turned and disappeared into the shadows.
In Olmodo's eyes.
For the first time, there was a stir.
…
"Olmado is here."
Under the giant pine tree.
The beautiful woman said in a low voice :
"I can feel the power of the other one gathering as well."
"Time is running out."
In front of her.
He is a very old man.
The old man is blind in one eye.
However, the only remaining right eye appears particularly deep and bright.
"Where's the companion you mentioned?"
The old man asked in a low voice.
The woman shook her head:
"He may not come."
"I think I can only face this battle alone..."
The old man remained silent.
After a while.
He then said solemnly:
"If what you say is true."
"Then the Celestials are willing to go through fire and water for you..."
"But if there is even a hint of falsehood in it."
"We will never let you go either."
"all in all."
"Ms. Bea..."
"May you defeat that stinking snake..."
Beiya nodded slightly.
It was dusk.
The daylight is fading.
Not long.
Thousands of stars fell from the sky.
There were low humming sounds coming from beneath the earth.
A strong wind suddenly arose.
The pine trees made a rustling sound.
There was a crunching sound in everyone's ears.
They all looked up at the deep starry sky at the same time.
This moment.
They all know.
The last door from the depths of the starry sky.
It’s open!
…
…
Outside the Fire Factory.
Roger suddenly stopped.
Despite being isolated from the world.
But the sudden sense of joy made Roger realize that something big was happening!
"Was it the Battle of Fallen Pine Plains?"
Roger frowned.
Know that your guesses are most likely correct.
But he didn't have any better solution at the moment.
After the changes in the Ice Dragon Canyon.
It was inevitable that the agreement with Beiya could not be fulfilled.
Roger wasn't too worried about Bea herself.
After all, she must know about the coming of the Dark Crystal World.
Then it is normal that you cannot arrive on time.
With the wisdom of Bea.
She must have made many preparations.
At least it can handle the decisive battle on Luosong Plain.
He just felt a little regretful that he couldn't take advantage of the chaos in this melee.
after all.
The lives of the Star Gods are still quite attractive!
…
"There's no point in thinking so much."
"We still have to break out from here first..."
Roger sighed softly.
Then hold back your thoughts.
Return to the core area of ​​the Fire Factory.
He walked around the factory.
Part of the materials looted from the bandits were exchanged for labor vouchers.
This is a huge windfall.
It was enough for Roger to live comfortably in the Black Crystal World for two months.
But he did not return to the factory to buy supplies.
In fact.
He valued the intelligence here more.
From being chased by half-dragons to easily destroying the bandits' den.
Roger himself didn't improve much.
It mainly depends on Quentin's intelligence.
therefore.
Before heading to the prison.
Roger wanted to get more benefits from Quentin.
By the way, you can also try to find out any information about the Fairy Palace.
…
In the Flame Jungle Tavern.
Quentin's headshot is as striking as ever.
Roger sat down next to him with a big smile on his face.
Then he enthusiastically ordered two glasses of good wine.
Before Roger could speak.
Quentin raised his glass with goodwill:
"Very well?"
"Congratulations!"
Roger thanked him repeatedly.
Quentin waved his hand:
"It's just a transaction. There's nothing to thank for."
"As long as you can put aside the past grudges, there is still room for us to cooperate more."
As soon as I heard the word cooperation.
Roger's eyes lit up.
He asked tentatively:
"You know a lot about this world?"
Quentin responded with a smile:
"The knowledge of the Celestial Game is basic for members of Asgard."
"It's not something to brag about."
"But I know some secrets that others can't access."
"If it can be based on mutual benefit..."
"Then I'd be happy to work with you."
This is too naked.
Don't make it too obvious that you're waiting for a better price in your words.
Roger simply got straight to the point:
"How much do you know about Black Crystal Prison?"
Quentin did not respond directly:
"Who are you going to deal with?"
Roger groaned:
"Warden Roger."
Quentin smiled and said:
“He’s a powerful character.”
Roger smiled:
"You can name a price."
Quentin looked thoughtful:
"I have no shortage of money or equipment."
"Theoretically, I can give you information about Rogge, but you can't give me the information I want..."
"Why don't we change the way we cooperate?"
Roger said calmly:
"Tell me about it."
"I will assist you in killing Rogue."
Quentin whispered:
"But before that, you have to help me kill another ruthless guy."
Roger rolled his eyes:
"In the half-dragon's lair?"
Quentin smiled.
Nor did he continue to go in circles:
"Ancient Steel Dragon."
"That's a real big one!"
"He has the metal parts I need, and he will also randomly drop a large number of item props."
"If you can help me kill him, I won't take any of the entries or props, and I will help you kill Rogue!"
"This deal isn't absolutely fair, but at least it's mutually beneficial. What do you think?"
Roger thought for a moment.
Finally chose to work with Quentin.
While thinking.
He found that he had no reason to reject Quentin!
This guy has shown the potential to be a living strategy guide in the two-dimensional world.
If he had help.
Breaking through the Black Crystal Prison will definitely be twice the result with half the effort.
As for the ancient steel dragon that needs to be defeated additionally.
It also fits in with Roger's interests.
The only thing that puzzled Roger was——
Why did Quentin fight the ancient steel dragon?
Is it really for some metal parts on the Steel Dragon?
If this is true.
Then that kind of metal parts will attract Roger's great attention.
After all, he knew Quentin's background and identity very well.
He gave up everything in Asgard and came here.
There must be some ulterior motive.
And what he was plotting.
I'm afraid it is closely related to the crusade against the ancient steel dragon!
…
Roger is still thinking.
Quentin, however, was already beaming with joy as he began to plan:
"I have prepared everything needed to defeat the Steel Dragon!"
"You came at the perfect time."
"Your action of capturing the "Mountain Camp" during the day will inevitably divert most of the guards of the half-dragon's nest."
"If you ask me, tonight is the best time to take action!"
tonight?
Roger was taken aback by the sudden suggestion.
In his opinion.
Quentin's proposal was somewhat reckless.
Even though he was fully prepared.
At least it should be gradual, right?
not to mention.
Nights in the Sombra world are very different!
The power of the dead silence field affects the living beings in this world at all times.
Roger had tested it before.
If there is a fight at night.
His fighting power is more than half weaker!
The most outrageous thing is.
He hasn't even seen the basic information of the ancient steel dragon yet!
So he expressed his doubts.
But Quentin looked overly excited:
"Dead silence is not a problem."
"My Blazing Sun Badge can resist the loss of heat!"
"I'll give you the information about the ancient steel dragon in a moment."
"Actually, apart from the steel dragon itself, we won't face too many battles, because I know a shortcut that leads directly to the habitat of the ancient steel dragon..."
"There is no time to lose!"
"Let's go now!"
After saying that.
He actually made a pulling and tugging motion towards Roger.
Roger was anxious.
He immediately resisted violently.
He then realized his own mistake:
"Feel sorry……"
"I have been waiting for this opportunity for almost a month."
"There are no senior people like you and me near the Fire Factory ..."
"so……"
Facing Quentin's apology.
Roger complained a few words on the surface.
But I felt more at ease inside.
If at first he had suspected there was a trap in Quentin's plan.
Then Quentin's subsequent performance basically dispelled Roger's doubts.
"That kind of excitement is probably impossible to act out."
"At least there's no way to hide it from my perception."
He thought so in his heart.
He took the information about the Steel Dragon sent by Quentin and read it quickly.
Not long.
Roger said decisively:
"Walk!"
"Go up Steel Dragon Mountain!"
Quentin next to him showed a bright and sincere smile.
Like an innocent child.
on the data bar.
…
"Hint: You have read 'Information on the Ancient Steel Dragon'"
…
"...The item list of Steel Dragon drops is as follows—
…
Steel Dragon Mountain (20%)
…
Dragons (20%)
…
Dungeons (20%)
…
Outliers (15%)
…
Heaven (10%)
…
·Bloodsucking (5%)
…
Others (10%)
…
“Please!”
"Let's have a few more 'heavenly realms'!"
With this thought in mind.
Roger and Quentin went back to his room to get the prepared props and materials.
Then he left the Fire Factory overnight.
Go straight up Steel Dragon Mountain!
Along the way.
Quentin talked a lot.
His excited tone truly expressed his feelings at the moment.
Among them, he mentioned the most.
It is the plan on how to kill the Steel Dragon.
Roger listened carefully.
Quentin's plan is actually very simple.
After going up the mountain for a while.
He will open a secret passage and lead Roger into the dungeon.
Under the effect of the dragon transformation potion.
Nearby half-dragon patrols will not be aware of their infiltration.
And due to the fall of Chongshan Barracks.
Quentin was almost 90% sure that he could bring Roger to the deepest part of the half-dragon's lair without a fight.
…
Dark ruins.
…
There.
It is the habitat of the ancient steel dragon.
Steel Dragon has a very violent and world-weary temperament.
Even though all the creatures on Steel Dragon Mountain are his descendants.
But he hated half-dragons as much as he hated other life forms.
It was only because of their blood relationship that they were ordered to guard this place.
therefore.
Deep in the ruins.
They rarely encounter groups of half-dragons.
This created the perfect conditions for their crusade.
From the perspective of the target of the crusade itself.
The ancient steel dragon that once possessed immortal power is not currently in full peak condition.
He had suffered a very serious trauma.
Afterwards, Steel Dragon's body completely collapsed.
Only a huge head was left.
And a vast ocean of metal trash.
The will of the steel dragon resides in a special fire.
By manipulating the power of fire.
He constantly transformed his promoted body——
That highly metalized head.
No one knows what Steel Dragon has turned his head into.
This is also the only suspense in this crusade.
According to Quentin.
The Steel Dragon is not difficult to deal with.
As long as you can withstand the dragon's might, stand the mechanical storm, and kill the mechanical monsters he summoned, it will be fine.
The difficulty in defeating the steel dragon lies in its toughness!
Quentin told Roger.
It is very difficult to kill the Ancient Steel Dragon in one go.
They need to kill the steel dragon's head and the special fire at the same time.
If one side fails.
The will of the steel dragon will attach to the other side and be reborn.
It may even become more powerful!
…
"I can't do two things at once, that's why I need a helper."
Quentin said sincerely:
"The trick is to strike at the same time. You and I need to agree on a slogan - like '3, 2, 1'?"
"As long as we can do it at the same time."
Roger nodded.
He spoke very little along the way.
One aspect is listening to Quentin think.
On the one hand, it is about examining whether there are any shortcomings in some aspects.
The latter is particularly important.
Especially after he climbed Steel Dragon Mountain.
He always felt that things might not be as simple as Quentin said.
Can be traced back to the source.
He also couldn't detect what was wrong with Quentin.
"Could it be Olmerdo?"
Roger speculated secretly.
He was distracted.
Quentin naturally noticed it.
This kid really doesn't treat Roger as an outsider.
He immediately attacked Roger unwillingly:
"Are you listening to me?"
Roger was silent.
Quentin was very dissatisfied:
"Even if you are a demon slayer, I'm afraid you won't be able to cooperate with me if you are so indecisive, right?"
"Or..."
"You don't trust me at all?"
Roger laughed.
Trying to get away with it.
But Quentin still refused to give in:
"Don't be so stingy, I only used you once!"
"And I had no choice!"
"In fact, you don't need to be so defensive. There are not many people in this world who can harm you..."
Roger glanced at him:
"Indeed."
"But this doesn't include you."
Quentin's eyes widened with anger.
Roger felt amused.
But he still calmly changed the subject:
"Since you know the Black Crystal World so well, you should also have some understanding of the Star God Clan, right?"
"What do you think of these returning gods?"
"What about the Celestials?"
Roger tried to extract some useful information from Quentin's views on the Celestials and the Star Gods.
Quentin's reaction was not too unexpected by Roger.
He shrugged and said:
"The Celestial Gods and the Star Gods?"
“A bunch of guys who are going crazy and a bunch of guys who are already crazy.”
"I would say there isn't much difference between them."
Roger shook his head and said:
"I have dealt with people from the Celestial Clan."
"She doesn't look crazy at all."
Quentin laughed and said:
“So I’m going crazy.”
"It's just not the right time yet."
He seemed reluctant to talk too much about it.
But Roger keenly smelled the scent of important information.
So he continued to guide:
"But they seem to want to save the world."
Hearing this.
The smile on Quentin's face disappeared.
He walked along.
He looked at Roger indifferently and said:
"Save the world?"
"So, have those who are trying to save the world ever thought about whether the world wants them to save it?"
Roger was stunned when he heard this.
Quentin said disdainfully:
"For example, the distorted matter that makes the nine planets, including the gods, shudder at the mere mention of it."
"Everyone wants to save the nine planets from the invasion of distorted matter, but have you ever thought about whether it is possible that the distorted matter was summoned by the will of the nine planets?"
"Perhaps the nine planets besides the distorted matter are like a fierce and vigorous man besides a hungry and thirsty woman..."
"Then aren't you ruining the good things of the nine planets with what you're doing?"
"certainly."
"It's just an exaggerated metaphor."
He laughed dryly a few times.
No words again.
Roger was silent for a moment.
Suddenly asked:
"Is this why you gave up the Asgard plan?"
Quentin shook his head.
"It has nothing to do with this."
"I left Asgard simply because I was fed up with the rigidity and ignorance of those idiots."
"Of course, part of the reason for abandoning the containment plan was to take revenge on those idiots."
Speaking of this.
He gave Roger a strange look:
"You should be thanking me for not carrying out the plan."
"You know the plan, right? To make the present world a history, and then start a new round of 'present world'..."
"This is the worst news for you powerful people in this world!"
Roger asked quickly:
"What will happen after the present world is contained and becomes history?"
Quentin said without hesitation:
…
“Gradually vanishing.
History that does not belong to the present world is actually nothingness in a sense.
The historical world lacks original support.
It will gradually move towards the end of drying up.
In fact.
Many historical worlds have not yet dried up.
It will destroy itself.
The reason is that the new 'present world' has taken over the track of progress...
The ins and outs here are very complicated.
I can’t explain it clearly for the time being.
You just need to know strong people like you.
Once the world you belong to becomes nothingness.
Your power limit will also be locked.
unless.
You can become a god before then!"
…
Roger's heart sank.
I secretly wrote down this precious knowledge.
Although he still could tell whether it was true or not.
But it’s never wrong to write them all down.
So next.
Roger chatted with Quentin about history and current issues.
At first Quentin's answer was quite straightforward.
Roger gained a lot of unpopular knowledge.
Later, perhaps he discovered Roger's deliberate intention.
The guy began to hem and haw.
Even if you answer.
It is also vague.
Seeing this, Roger didn't force it.
There's still time anyway.
He just didn't believe that he couldn't get more useful knowledge out of Quentin!
…
After 1 hour.
Deep in the underground lair of Steel Dragon Mountain.
The route goes down a steep and sharp slope.
The terrain and landscape before Roger had undergone a drastic change.
From dry, dull red soil.
It has turned into a garbage dump filled with wires, paint and rust!
He glanced at the stats column.
…
"Hint: You have arrived at the Dark Ruins (the habitat of the ancient steel dragon)"
…
"Warning: You are approaching the ancient steel dragon's sacrifice site!"
…
A corner of the ruins.
Roger looked at the scene in front of him with some surprise.
On the strange altar not far away.
Quentin was operating it with ease.
This guy really wasn't lying.
He was as familiar with this dark ruin as with his own back garden.
The two of them groped their way in.
In addition to the necessary walking time.
It didn't even alarm the half-dragon robber!
Of course, the dragon-transforming potion played an indispensable role in this.
But the shortcut Quentin chose is the most critical factor.
at the moment.
He is following the established plan.
In the name of sacrifice, awaken the sleeping ancient steel dragon.
According to Quentin.
Both of them now have the aura of Dragonborn.
It is very easy to impersonate a steel dragon priest.
And most of the time.
Ancient steel dragons are all in a state of deep sleep.
Simple sacrificial rituals can only awaken their superficial consciousness.
This method can be used to determine the location of the steel dragon's fire and head.
It can also slightly weaken the ancient steel dragon that is about to wake up in anger.
Why not?
…
"Be quiet."
"You just need to keep watch for me."
"Remember your duty."
"Take off the Steel Dragon's head - I believe you can do it!"
Far away.
Quentin's voice of admonition came floating in the air.
Roger glanced at Quentin's busy back.
Suddenly.
His whole body suddenly retreated backwards!
…
"Secret Technique: Light Wind"!
…
"What are you doing?"
Quentin on the altar obviously noticed the unusual movement behind him.
He turned back and glared at Roger in shock and anger:
"Don't move!"
"Don't wake up the Steel Dragon too early!"
But who knows what will be heard.
Roger ran faster!
He told Flying on the steel ruins.
After a while.
He returned to the border between the dungeon and the dark ruins.
Now.
Roger didn't care about that.
Escape upwards in one go.
But the next second.
A layer of extremely thick steel plate suddenly protruded from the bottom layer next to it!
boom!
A huge steel door completely blocked the way back.
The sound of metal friction was heard throughout the dark ruins!
Roger looked back expressionlessly.
Quentin was standing about 30 blocks away from him.
now.
His expression became a little gloomy:
"How did you find out?"
It seems that Quentin doesn't intend to continue pretending.
Roger snorted:
"Is it necessary to have a lookout in a place like this?"
Quentin sighed softly:
"I see."
"I was still too anxious."
Roger shook his head:
“You’ve been very successful.”
Quentin smiled sincerely upon hearing this:
"Indeed."
"Who told me that I have some unique talents?"
"At least you've discovered it now..."
"It's too late!"
Boom!
The earth trembled.
A dark wind blew.
Countless scrap metal slid down from a hill not far away.
A scarlet spot of light grew from small to large.
Eventually, it turned into a terrifying existence like a red moon!
And above the red moon.
It is a steel dragon head with only eye sockets!
Roger took a deep breath.
Glancing at the data column.
…
"Record: You noticed Quentin's 'bluff'!"
…
"You sensed Quentin's specialty: affinity with all things."
…
“Friendly to all things: You always give people a sense of sincerity and trustworthiness.
The higher your Bluff level is.
The stronger the affinity.
…
Note: This feat check can ignore the sense authority.
…
"Warning: The sacrificial ritual has been completed! The ancient steel dragon is about to awaken!"
…
"so……"
"Asgard has no knowledge of the Dark Crystal World."
"You know this place so well because you are in league with the Steel Dragon!"
Roger looked at Quentin coldly.
It would be a lie to say that I wasn't itching with hatred.
After all, so many years have passed.
There are very few people who can fool Roger.
But this guy in front of me.
Just cheated Roger——
Twice in total!
Accustomed to relying on perception to judge lies, he didn't realize something was wrong until Quentin said the contradictory word "let it go".
But it seems now.
It seems a little late.
The ancient steel dragon is resurrecting.
Quentin's ritual was also completed.
Roger felt a strong sense of uneasiness in his heart.
But he didn't show any fear.
Instead, he questioned Quentin!
…
"Don't say such harsh words."
Quentin looked at Roger with a smile:
"What gang?"
"I just offered you as a sacrifice to Lord Steel Dragon."
"I have no interest in you."
"I just want to use your life in exchange for a secret passage to the upper space."
While talking.
A half-open door slowly opens above the altar.
Because of the distance.
Quentin is closer to that door than Roger!
Now.
He said nothing.
He spread his legs and ran towards the altar.
Not long.
Quentin successfully reached the edge of the gate.
"I hope you can fulfill your obligation as a sacrifice, Mr. Roger."
He turned away.
A childlike smile appeared on his face:
"So."
"I'm leaving... huh?"
Accompanied by a surprised sound.
The expression on Quentin's face changed to one of surprise.
Because at this moment.
The half-open door was pushed open from the inside.
A rag doll-like girl jumped out.
She has a pair of dark eyes.
Flickering.
So cute.
…
"I thought I heard someone mention a sacrifice."
"Where is it?"
The girl asked, looking at Quentin with a grin.
Behind her.
A line of Planetary Aerial Protoss soldiers filed out in silence.
atmosphere.
Gradually it became full of murderous intent.
…