Unknown Intrusion

Chapter 87 Contact

"And, surprisingly, it wasn't a fight against the mastermind behind it all?"

"Is it because the enemy behind the scenes doesn't intend to take advantage of the situation to attack, or is there another reason?"

"Could it be that, as I suspected before, that super evil spirit escaped out of control?"

Since they escaped out of control, they may have caused losses to the enemies behind the scenes during their escape.

Su Yu had previously felt that his side had suffered considerable losses.

However, if that evil spirit goes out of control, the enemy behind it may suffer even greater losses than the Song family fleet.

This explains why the situation on the island differed from his previous assumptions.

This is good news for him. Compared to dealing with two enemies at the same time and being attacked from both sides, one-on-one is naturally better.

"No, that's not right!"

"The flags on those dozen or so ships don't belong to the Song family!"

Looking around, one could see a dozen or so ships grouped together, their shapes clearly visible to the naked eye—black and red flags fluttering in the wind.

That's not the unified flag of the Song family fleet. For the sake of uniformity, all Song family fleets use a white background with red characters and the character "Song" on top.

The flag, black and red with an indistinct pattern, is not the Song family's fleet!

"But it seems they are fighting a common enemy?"

Su Yu squinted at him, somewhat surprised.

In naval warfare, unless two fleets know each other, it is difficult for them to trust each other when they meet.

Unless there is a way to gain trust.

"Could the so-called two-day deadline refer to the time it takes for the mastermind behind the scenes to regroup, or is there something wrong with this fleet?"

"More likely it's both!"

Su Yu stopped guessing and focused his gaze on the massive complex of buildings that stood firm on the island, weathered by time.

The sea breeze blew by, and a sound like the wailing of ghosts echoed all around.

The already mild sun was once again obscured by gathering dark clouds, and the light around the buildings dimmed.

But nearby, the area was filled with intense light and the sounds of battle.

The tall, black and gold door was at least ten meters high and ten meters wide.

The heavy black and gold gate is outlined with obscure and difficult-to-understand patterns and designs using silver lines.

Even those who don't recognize these patterns can tell that they must originate from some kind of mysterious knowledge.

What truly hinders the "intruders" is not this lifeless, stationary object.

"Roar!" The giant raised its head and roared. The terrifying sound was amplified countless times in an instant, as if it were amplified through a loudspeaker. Anyone with normal hearing was shaken to their core by this sound.

With a muffled groan, someone wiped the blood from the corner of their mouth and looked at the towering giant with apprehension.

The giant, at least seven or eight meters tall, vaguely resembled a human, but was not made of flesh and blood; it was constructed from grayish-white rock.

They were powerful and strong, and each swing of their arms was accompanied by a terrifying whooshing sound.

Even if the movements are slow, this kind of "force" can overcome most of the "skill".

Anyone hit by the rock giant will be smashed into a pulp, if the damage is too severe.

There wasn't just one of these terrifying rock giants, but a total of five!

Besides the rock figures, there are hundreds of soldiers, almost as tall as adult men, who are also not made of flesh and blood, but of terracotta.

The weapons they wielded were not made of pottery, but of steel. The weapons were sharp, but they were still much easier to deal with than the rock giants.

These terracotta soldiers do not possess any magical abilities; they rely on their painless bodies and inexhaustible energy.

Flesh and blood bodies tire easily after fighting for a long time, but they never feel fatigued.

Even so, with a crisp shattering sound, at least ten terracotta warriors were broken into pieces by the "intruders'" attack.

Even the five rock giants were struggling to cope with the combined "intruders".

"One down! Good!" As a rock giant, surrounded by more than a dozen people, finally gave in and collapsed to the ground, never to rise again, a burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the crowd.

With the two groups joining forces, their momentum to clear the obstacles on the island was unstoppable.

The rock giants and terracotta soldiers, retreating in defeat, continued to back away.

The "intruder" then gave chase.

This palace complex doesn't have just one gate or one path. Although it's not like a maze, it's still very large and can be overwhelming for first-time visitors.

"When was this palace built? How come it looks so new? There's no sign of it falling into disrepair at all?"

As someone walked in, they couldn't help but mutter to themselves.

The crowd became more alert as they entered the palace, looking around.

Although it was still afternoon, the dim sky revealed a strange tranquility and eeriness.

"Sunrise'svent"

A sharp arrow of light pierced through the rock giant's shell with a piercing sound, instantly tearing it apart. With a crisp crack, shattered rocks scattered all over the ground.

Within the shattered stones, shadows and creatures wriggled indistinctly, carrying a terrifying stench.

“These rock giants are corrupted!” someone said.

“That’s normal. Otherwise, how could we perish?” someone else replied, extending their hand: “Sevlk (purification).”

A flash of white light, and the shadows suddenly dimmed and vanished completely.

"This hall has been cleaned up!"

There are large halls at intervals throughout the palace. The furnishings and murals inside have completely decayed, but you can still see that they are spaces supported by pillars.

Many gold and silver artifacts display the splendor and luxury of the past.

"Captain, so many gold and silver artifacts!" someone said to Captain Song Xunfang, licking their lips.

Song Xunfang was Song Shuying's younger brother, and their relationship was closer than that of Song Shaoying.

He was the first fleet commander-in-chief.

“The building is so new, and the magical artifacts are still functioning, this place must contain a magical core. Everyone be careful!” Song Xunfang frowned. “The place where those guardians retreated must be the core!”

The so-called core area is the central hub that controls these rock giant terracotta warriors.

This kind of thing is nothing unusual.

Even if they had never seen it, they had at least heard of it.

Once you reach a certain level, you will be able to create magical artifacts.

Even experimental subjects can possess a certain degree of attack or defense.

However, generally speaking, mages below level 6, even if they have heard of these things, cannot actually do them.

To create a test subject, one needs to be at least a level 6 mage.

How could a mage capable of creating magical artifacts possibly accept a knight's quest and come to explore an island at sea?
Even people with an adventurous spirit generally wouldn't put much effort into such "small" tasks.

These kinds of exploration missions are generally opportunities provided to low-level professionals and ordinary adventurers.

Just like now, upon hearing Song Xunfang say this, the ordinary people present, knowing that there might be danger ahead, did not choose to retreat for the sake of more considerable gains.

Just as Song Xunfang was about to speak, suddenly, a faint light emanated from one of his ear wings.

"Is it communication? Have we finally made contact?"

"Perfect, we can merge; that would give us a better chance of success."

Song Xunfang smiled slightly, made a starting motion, and with a snap, Song Shaoying's voice came through his ear.

However, as the report continued, his smile gradually faded.

"Were you attacked?"

Song Xunfang's gaze involuntarily turned to the opposite side, to a group of people wearing black and red cloaks or capes.

(End of this chapter)