The Witcher: Start with the Lord Marrying a Wife.

Chapter 212 Cute Witch
David and Eric talked for a long time.

Unfortunately, with their strength, it is almost impossible to go deep into the deep sea.

Seeing this, Eric had no choice but to give up and planned to take the alchemy ship away from this dangerous sea.

"You saved us this time."

"If you have any requests, feel free to ask."

Eric finally breathed a sigh of relief after the alchemy ship left the deep sea.

"Do you have any inheritance about bloodline wizards?"

David spoke directly.

Eric was stunned when the blood wizard was mentioned.

Then, he recalled and said, "I don't have the blood wizard inheritance."

"Indeed, I know the location of the alien continent. There may be the blood wizard inheritance you are looking for."

David's heart moved. The alien continent was a little-known place. According to legend, there were various ancient secrets and bloodline inheritances there.

Eric's words undoubtedly gave him new hope.

"Alien continent?" he asked tentatively, "Can you tell me more about it?"

Eric frowned slightly, as if thinking about how to describe the place.

"The alien continent is located on the other side of the Endless Sea, separated from us by a dangerous sea."

"Those seas often have bad weather and turbulent undercurrents, making it difficult for even the most powerful ships to cross. However, there are indeed many ancient and powerful races there, with their own bloodline wizards and unique power systems."

"It sounds dangerous," David said, "but this is exactly the information I need. Can you take me there?"

Eric shook his head slightly, "We are now out of the deep sea, but it will take careful planning and preparation to reach the alien continent safely."

"I do have a sea chart to the alien continent, but it is very difficult to get there, and we have never been there." A hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, "However, I can help you find those who can guide you."

David smiled and said, “It would be nice to have a sea chart.”

To travel to foreign continents, you don't necessarily have to rely on ships.

David took the chart and looked at it.

"For your safety." Eric continued, "We need to find some people who have been active in this area. They may know the way to the alien continent. Maybe they can provide us with some clues."

As he spoke, he pointed to a map hanging on the bridge, which marked some markets and ports.

David looked at the map carefully. Some of the places marked on it were where the alchemy team often moved. He asked, "If we want to look for clues in these places, which market should we start from?"

"Well," Eric said after thinking for a moment, "the nearest port is a small port called 'Tidal Market'. Merchants there often travel to various mysterious areas. There are many stories and rumors. They may know some ways to cross dangerous waters."

"Then let's go to Tidal Market!" David said without hesitation. He couldn't wait to get more information about the blood wizard inheritance.

A few days later, they arrived at Tidal Bazaar.

Here, all kinds of vendors, adventurers, refugees, and other kinds of people gather together. The market is noisy and bustling, with a wide variety of goods on display, but it is also filled with an atmosphere of tension.

"Please be careful, this is not a place for blind transactions." Eric reminded David who was about to enter the market: "Some merchants are very cunning, they will take advantage of your desires to gain benefits."

David nodded his understanding, knowing that he had to stay alert.

In this chaotic place full of opportunities and dangers, he began to search for and hear information about the path to the alien continent.

After bidding farewell to the alchemy ship that was about to set sail again, David entered the market alone.

As time went on, he discovered that several shops seemed to attract many adventurers, one of which, called Deep Blue Antiquities, looked even more mysterious.

The store is exquisitely decorated, and the wide variety of items is dazzling, but the atmosphere exuded by everything exudes a sense of antiquity and heaviness.

At the same time, there are also some people wearing strange costumes and masks covering their faces gathered here, among whom there may be people who can provide important information.

Finally, after asking around, he found a vendor who seemed experienced and knowledgeable.

He was sitting in front of a small stall, flipping through old books and whispering to himself, "I heard you know something about blood wizards?"

David asked pointedly, hoping to get his attention.

The vendor raised his head and cast his gaze towards David, with a faint smile on his face: "As expected, you are not an ordinary visitor."

"I do have some information about the blood wizard's inheritance, but it's not free."

He spoke slowly, his tone full of business, and the mysterious feeling made the air around them seem to solidify.

"What do you want in exchange?"

David remained calm and prepared for any situation.

He knows that in such an environment, sometimes giving some information directly may stimulate deeper communication, while other information needs to be done carefully to avoid falling into traps.

“Are you interested in relics?”

The vendor whispered, with a certain inquiry in his tone.

"I'm interested in any information that might lead to opportunities," David replied.

"My name is Al, and I'm an explorer."

The vendor smiled at this, continued flipping through the book in his hands, and suddenly tossed him a yellowed parchment scroll.

"This is a record I got from a wanderer. It is said that it mentions a relic that contains important clues about the lost temple. And the road to the relic leads to what you expect to find..."

"And my team needs a wizard, and I think you are just right." The peddler smiled, with a silver light flashing in his eyes.

This was a detection spell he had mastered. He could feel the fluctuations of magic power in the target's body and knew that the person in front of him was a first-ring wizard.

Wild first-ring wizards are rare, and this is their chance.

David pondered for a moment, opened the scroll and read it, then a look of surprise appeared on his face.

He had not expected to get news of a ruins unexpectedly, but this peddler was obviously spreading the news of the ruins in an attempt to lure more people there, who might then gain benefits, but the risks would definitely not be small.

David pondered the ruins the vendor had mentioned.

He realized that this information might mean opening up new opportunities, but also lurking unknown dangers.

David frowned slightly. This guy was obviously not a simple person, but he didn't want him to see his vigilance.

Al saw David's hesitation and continued, "If you are willing, I can help you find more clues about the ruins and the blood wizard. I have my channels and resources, and we can cooperate and explore together."

Although David was alert, he also knew that some things could not be accomplished by one person alone. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Cooperation? How should we do it specifically?" "Listen carefully." Al came closer and said in a low and hurried voice, "This ruins is located next to an abandoned village."

"There are rumors of some strange creatures in the village. I happen to have a team preparing to go on an expedition. If you are willing to join us, we can go together and then find a way to enter the ruins."

David thought about it again and again, then smiled and said, "Okay, I'll join. But we have to agree on some rules, including information sharing and profit distribution."

Al nodded. "Of course, this is the most basic principle. Let's make some preparations tonight and we will set off tomorrow morning."

David found a hotel to stay in at night. On the next day, he used the beast mark to condense an avatar and headed for the gathering place.

Under the sunshine, six people with different characteristics gathered together, including a swordsman who was a body-refining wizard, a female wizard who was good at spells, and several experienced explorers.

Under the sunlight, the witch was like a ray of light, attracting all eyes.

Her long hair was as soft as silk, falling down her shoulders in slight waves, and her golden hair sparkled with warm light in the sun.

Her big, bright and deep eyes are as dazzling as the starry sky, revealing her intelligence, and her skin is like delicate porcelain, white and lustrous.

The witch was wearing a light and flowing robe embroidered with delicate and mysterious runes, which perfectly matched her elegant and slender figure.

Whenever the breeze blew, her robe swayed gently, like summer petals dancing in the sun.

She is not only beautiful in appearance, but also exudes a gentleness and kindness that makes people feel extremely at ease.

From the smile on her lips, one can feel an invisible charm and affinity that makes people want to get closer and talk to her.

David looked at the witch and his heart was a little moved. If possible, he would do his best to protect this beautiful witch.

"Let's go, we're heading towards that abandoned village!" Al shouted.

The team headed towards the abandoned village along the rugged path. The surrounding vegetation gradually became dense, and the sunlight cast mottled shadows through the leaves.

"There's something wrong with the creatures in this village," Al said from the front, "We must be careful."

"You mean those weird monsters?"

David asked, thinking of the blood transformation experiment.

"Yes," Al nodded, "According to my understanding, these monsters are controlled by some ancient power. They may protect the ruins or attack invaders."

With every step deeper into the village, a strange and pungent smell filled the air.

Everything around seemed particularly strange. The houses were mottled and dilapidated, the ground was covered with a thick layer of moss, and the few flying birds seemed unwilling to approach this place.

When they finally reached the center of the village, a sense of uneasiness permeated the group.

Just then, a low and hoarse roar came from the darkness, accompanied by several shadows flashing by.

"Ready to fight!"

Al ordered immediately, and he quickly retreated, while the others quickly picked up their weapons and prepared for battle.

Several monsters walked out of the shadows. They were tall and muscular, looking like the fusion of humans and some kind of beast.

Their skin was as tough as scales, and their eyes flashed with savagery and anger.

"I'll lead them away, and you guys attack from both sides!"

David said in a deep voice. He aimed at one of the monsters closest to him, used the beast mark to enhance his strength, and then pounced forward.

The swordsman and the witch quickly jumped out and used their own skills.

In the battle, everyone tried their best to fight these powerful creatures.

The swordsman slammed his sharp blade into a monster, while the sorceress swung her staff in the air, directing a bolt of lightning to hit another enemy.

At this time, David was just using the power of an ordinary first-level body-refining wizard, and was entangled with one of the blood-transformed monsters.

This blood-modified monster actually has the strength of a first-ring wizard.

This made him more interested in the possible ruins. Perhaps he could really find the inheritance of the blood wizard from them.

Finally, with a precise stab, the monster let out a painful and angry roar, fell to the ground, and stopped moving.

The other team members also repelled or knocked down the enemies one after another, leaving only the last one struggling to escape alone, but there was nowhere to escape.

At this time, they finally took a breath and looked at the group of blood-modified creatures that were knocked down.

"We have to find the ruins as soon as possible." Al said anxiously: "These creatures are not only guarding the village, but also deeper information."

David nodded, and after his companions packed up their equipment, they walked together towards the depths of the abandoned village.

After passing dilapidated houses and overgrown paths, a hidden entrance gradually appeared, covered with vines and moss. It was a door leading to underground ruins.

They looked at each other, excitement and nervousness revealed on everyone's face. This would be an unknown journey, and also full of potential dangers.

Al took a deep breath and walked towards the hidden door first.

The vines on the door seemed to have life, trembling slightly, as if warning them of the unrest ahead.

David and the rest of the team followed closely behind, weapons in hand, looking around vigilantly.

"Are you ready?" Al asked in a low voice.

"of course."

The team members spoke together.

Al pushed hard at the heavy wooden door, and it slowly opened with an ear-piercing creaking sound.

What came into view was a dark and damp passage, with ancient and dilapidated stone walls on both sides, covered with moss and unknown runes.

There was a musty, metallic smell in the air.

The team moved forward cautiously, using flashlights to illuminate the surroundings from time to time.

"Watch your step," the swordsman warned, "the ground may be slippery."

The passage gradually became narrower and narrower, and they had to move forward close to the wall.

Suddenly, a low echo was heard in the empty space, causing everyone to stop involuntarily.

"Did you hear that?"

The witch whispered, a bead of sweat oozing from her forehead, "This sound... seems to be reminding us of something."

(End of this chapter)