Versatile Mage: Lord of Space

Chapter 231 The Source of the Plague
Zhu Meng was very annoyed at the moment. It was fine that Tang Yue refused to act according to his wishes, but this kid Lin Lan was smiling nonchalantly beside him, which was simply adding fuel to the fire. He was so arrogant!
If these two people did not have some background and status, with his temper, he would have released magic without hesitation and blown them to ashes.

“Councilman Zhu Meng, I couldn’t help but smile because I was so happy that we found the clue to the source of the plague. Teacher Tang Yue also considered that the clue to the source showed that the spearhead was not directed at the Totem Black Snake, so she refused to call the Totem Black Snake back to West Lake. I believe that with Councilman Zhu Meng’s noble sentiments of caring about the people and serving the people wholeheartedly, he will definitely not blame us. After all, our current investigation progress is very close to the truth.” Lin Lan explained solemnly with a serious expression.

"Oh? Then why don't you tell me what the source of this plague is, and make me happy." Zhu Meng raised his eyebrows, with a hint of doubt and disdain in his tone.

This kid Lin Lan... is indeed a bit weird.

As far as Zhu Meng knew, Lin Lan made great contributions during the Bo City disaster, and he was the chief contributor in the destruction of the Black Cult in the Magic City. He was also present at the scene when the Feather Demon invaded Lei Town... From this it seemed that he did have the possibility of finding the source of the plague.

"This matter cannot be discussed in public. If Councillor Zhu Meng is interested, we can find a private place to discuss it in detail." Lin Lan said calmly.

Luo Mian was also at the scene. When he heard Lin Lan's words, he immediately pretended to be extremely excited, as if he was really worried about the safety of the people of Hangzhou.

But Lin Lan knew clearly that this was just Luo Mian's disguise. People who didn't know would really think that he, Luo Mian, cared about the world and made contributions to the people.

Lin Lan took the initiative to attract Luo Mian's attention this time, naturally he had his own plans.

In the original novel, when Luo Mian was exposed, Zhu Meng was unable to execute him because Hangzhou was facing a crisis at the time. Zhu Meng couldn't do it, but that didn't mean he couldn't. He wanted to seize this opportunity to make Luo Mian get the punishment he deserved.

Lin Lan glanced at Luo Mian out of the corner of his eye and found that after the excitement, there was a hint of thought in the other party's eyes. He was probably thinking about how to observe him or even find a way to get rid of him.

But everything is in Lin Lan's plan...

"Okay, then let's talk alone. I'll give you a chance to explain and also a chance to make a contribution. But let me be frank. No matter what, the Totem Black Snake must be recalled to West Lake for our own investigation. Unless you really find the source of the plague and can produce conclusive evidence, not only will we no longer think of taking items like the Totem Black Snake's bile, we will even help the Totem Black Snake successfully pass through the molting period." Zhu Meng said in a tough tone.

Zhu Meng had made it very clear that the Totem Black Snake must be called back. As long as Lin Lan could produce evidence to prove that the source of the plague had nothing to do with the Totem Black Snake, they would keep their promise, no longer harm the Totem Black Snake, and would even provide help.

Moreover, if Lin Lan really made meritorious contributions, he might even be able to gain the honor of becoming the guardian of Hangzhou City.

"I'm not in a hurry for glory. As for calling back the Totem Black Snake, I really don't have the ability and I can't do it. You should ask Teacher Tang Yue to see if she is willing to agree to you." Lin Lan answered neither humbly nor arrogantly.

To Lin Lan, it didn't matter what Tang Yue decided in the end, as his goal had been achieved. As for whether the Totem Black Snake stayed or went away, it was up to Tang Yue's own choice.

Lin Lan could tell that Zhu Meng was not lying now. After all, once the source of the plague was found and the Totem Black Snake was proven innocent, Zhu Meng would not risk offending the guardian of the Totem Clan and insist on harming this giant snake that had guarded Hangzhou for a thousand years.

Moreover, the totem black snake has been guarding Hangzhou City for a thousand years and has a very high prestige in the hearts of the people. Zhu Meng dare not act on his own.

Now that clues to the source of the plague have appeared, if Zhu Meng does not focus on finding an antidote and resisting the army of white magic eagles, but instead goes to deal with a totem black snake of the supreme monarch level, isn't that a mental problem?

As for the source of the plague, Lin Lan naturally had solid evidence, so it would be fine to talk to Zhu Meng about it. Although Zhu Meng's actions were somewhat extreme, he cared about the safety of Hangzhou City and was essentially a good person. After experiencing this incident, he should have realized the importance of the Totem Black Snake to Hangzhou City. The Silver Dome Lord was not something that these super-class mages could easily deal with...

"Okay, I will call it back now. I will call it back to West Lake, and I hope you can keep your promise." Tang Yue said seriously.

"Don't worry." Zhu Meng nodded and signaled Luo Mian with his eyes to evacuate the mages hiding in West Lake.

Luo Mian hesitated slightly, but finally nodded.

Zhu Meng no longer had the idea of killing the Totem Black Snake. After all, even if the Totem Black Snake was in a weak molting period, it would take three or four days for them to kill it. Since there was a better solution, there was no need to take the risk.

Asking Tang Yue to call back the Totem Black Snake was just to provide an extra layer of protection and to prevent Lin Lan from plotting against him. …

In autumn, the West Lake is filled with cool breezes and the cold lake surface is sparkling. In the past, the West Lake was always crowded with tourists and old citizens strolled leisurely in it, but now, the shores of the West Lake are deserted. On the one hand, the plague is rampant, causing panic among the people. Unless it is necessary, no one dares to go out, for fear of being infected with this terrible plague; on the other hand, the entire West Lake has been blocked, all entrances have been closed, and no outsiders are allowed to enter the lake and its coastal areas.

The West Lake is vast and boundless, as big as an ocean. The straight Su Causeway runs across the West Lake, and the willows on the embankment sway in the wind, like many graceful women combing their freshly washed long hair in the night.

At the edge of the long Su Causeway, Councillor Zhu Meng and his chief bodyguard Wu Pingjing stood side by side, their eyes looking across the West Lake towards the urban area of HZ.

I saw skyscrapers on the other side of the river, with buildings of different styles scattered in an orderly manner, and their reflections were quietly reflected on the lake. The city and the lake set off each other, which was both magnificent and beautiful, exuding a unique charm in the night.

In the night sky, large black clouds slowly drifted by, and the silver-yellow moonlight outlined the clear contours of these clouds. Occasionally, the spotlight on the dome of a skyscraper turned on, and the light was like a stage light, shining on the cloud, making the cloud particularly bright and eye-catching. This cloud hung over the sky of this bustling city, and its unique figure was also reflected in the lake, like a dream.

Suddenly, a dark blue mist appeared near the bright cloud. At first, the mist was like a veil, gently covering the sky, making the entire night sky hazy. But before long, the dark blue mist became thicker and thicker, as if it had life, gradually becoming overbearing, completely blocking the silver-yellow moonlight, and even swallowing up the colorful lights scattered from the city to the sky...

For a moment, the sky turned pitch black. It was a darkness that was rapidly sweeping across the sky, like a huge black hand that was about to cover the entire world in darkness.

The blue-black fog was slowly approaching the West Lake. On the Su Causeway, Councillor Zhu Meng, Wu Pingjing, Li Jin, Tang Zhong, Tang Yue, Lin Lan, Li Tian, Leng Qing and others all raised their heads and stared closely at the blue-black fog that had already enveloped the West Lake.

Luo Mian didn't come. I heard that he was busy with something urgent.

"It appeared in the downtown area without anyone noticing and disappeared in the downtown area..." Leng Qing spoke slowly, with a hint of solemnity in his voice.

"It's coming." A slight smile appeared on Tang Yue's face, and her eyes were full of anticipation.

Sure enough, as long as she blew the piano made of the scales of the totem black snake, it would come back immediately no matter where it was. It came back, even though the entire molting period had not yet ended, it still returned here without hesitation, back to the West Lake it had guarded for thousands of years.

A dark blue fog had enveloped the very center of the West Lake. Under the pitch-black sky, an extremely huge and slender figure, like a black lightning, instantly cut through the night sky and fell straight into the West Lake!

“Boom boom boom~~~~~~~~~~~~~~!!!!!!”

The huge snake plunged into the lake, and in an instant, a huge white wave rolled up high on the lake. The mist flying in the air was like a rainstorm, falling all over the sky, and the rolled up waves rolled from the center of the West Lake all the way to the Su Causeway. The huge impact force almost submerged the entire long Su Causeway!
The people on Su Causeway were stunned by the scene before them. It was the first time for many people to see the true face of the totem black snake with their own eyes, and their hearts were filled with shock.

The lake surface gradually calmed down after a long time. In the lake, the totem black snake slowly revealed its neck and head and swam towards Su Causeway. Just the exposed part gave people a strong visual sense of a giant black cruise ship slowly approaching. Its hugeness and majesty were awe-inspiring.

"Big guy, have you finished shedding your skin?" Tang Yue shouted loudly towards the totem black snake in the lake.

The totem black snake slowly swam to the edge of the Su Causeway, its huge neck and head towering high, I don't know how much higher it is than the Su Causeway. Its giant lantern-like eyes looked down at everyone on the Su Causeway, revealing a kind of majesty and mystery in its eyes.

The Totem Black Snake came, but it did not completely shed its skin.

Lin Lan thought this problem was easy to solve. It could be done immediately once the blood was replenished.

"Boy Lin Lan, I think you can talk to me alone about the source of the plague now." Zhu Meng quietly came to Lin Lan and said while looking at the totem black snake.

"The source is very simple. There is something wrong with the blood supply to Hangzhou City." Lin Lan said.

(End of this chapter)