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"Keep the music playing, keep the dancing going, let's enjoy the mountains beyond mountains and the towers beyond towers, when will we ever rest in the wine pool and fox forest... Hey, where's the little fox? Let me hug him!!"

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Hoffa walked alone on the path of the beasts.

Those twisted tentacles couldn't harm him, of course, but Hoffa remained cautious, keeping a close eye on his surroundings.

His expression was as if he was afraid of being discovered by someone.

(Fortunately, no one knows about this secret path...)

Hofa had just breathed a sigh of relief when a voice suddenly came from behind him:

"Lord Hofa, where are you headed in such a hurry?"

"what?!"

Hofa turned his head in astonishment, only to see the figure he least wanted to see.

Mortak

The man hid his entire face under his hood, his withered lips parted in a wide grin, making him look utterly repulsive.

Unlike Silent Leaf and Minotaur, Mortak was sent by Caster and wasn't considered one of their own.

and so……

Hoffa responded coldly:

"Mortak, it's none of your business where I go."

"Of course I can't control that, but if someone has ulterior motives, I have to purge the traitors, right?"

What are you saying?!

"Lord Hoffa, since you wish to surrender to Elusia, then please... die here!"

Mortak waved his cloak, and a swarm of maggots rushed out with him.

Chapter 49 Undercurrents

Throughout the entire party, Zhou Mixue was somewhat on edge, fearing that in the next second, some strange thing would chisel a hole in the ship.

But luckily...

Nothing went wrong, the party went very smoothly, and everyone enjoyed delicious food and a good time relaxing.

"Ah, that's great, that's great~~~ The little cakes are so delicious!"

Su Ling's stomach was so full it was like a small mountain. Even if a battle did break out, Su Ling wouldn't need to fight. But after eating so much, the pink-haired girl couldn't even walk.

"Hmm...it really tastes delicious! It's much better than the taste of electricity. But is it alright, Yicheng-senpai?"

Baiye took a bite of pudding and asked tentatively.

"It's alright, it's alright. Senior Yicheng is probably cultivating too."

The eight-tailed fox also lay lazily on the chair, revealing a blissful expression... Nothing feels more comfortable than eating and drinking for free!

However, at this moment, Elusia seemed somewhat surprised. She kept looking towards the door and murmured, "No... coming over?"

"They didn't come over, Senior Elusia, who are you talking about?"

"No, it's okay, everyone, let's continue eating~~ We'll play cards one more time afterward!"

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The party continued in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere, and no one noticed that a hint of seriousness had appeared in the eyes of the little black-haired girl.

(Hmph, it was blocked? That guy Caster really did anticipate every move.)

Meanwhile, on the other side...

A city in ruins, a throne room.

Upon hearing the news about Mortak, Silent Leaf stared wide-eyed in astonishment.

"What?! You're saying... Lord Hoffa was killed by Elusia?"

"That's right, Miss Jizhiye, please accept my condolences."

Mortak sighed deeply, and his hunched body, covered by a black cloak, trembled slightly.

“The Minotaur’s whereabouts are currently unknown, and Lord Hoffa has also been killed by the enemy… Of all the lords of the ruined city, only you and I remain.”

"How is this possible..."

Ji Zhiye knelt on the ground.

She was acutely aware of Lord Hoffa's strength.

He is not only the last royal descendant of the post-apocalyptic independent kingdom, but also the absolute ruler of the Cold Abyss.

Ten years ago, an old woman named Nine-Tailed Fox attempted to invade the city of ruins and was almost invincible, but was defeated by Lord Hoffa in one fell swoop.

Such a powerful Hoffa even had the ability to face General Caster directly. It was only because Lord Hoffa wanted to preserve the last foundation of the post-apocalyptic independent kingdom that he had always yielded and submitted to Caster's command.

But nowadays...

Hoffa was actually defeated?

Or was it that person named Elusia?!

The previous fear had vanished, and Ji Zhiye felt an unnamed rage ignite within her.

"Mortak, is it really that Elusia?"

"It is certain, Lord Silent Leaf... As you know, Lord Hoffa's power is unparalleled in the world. Apart from Elusia, who else could kill him?"

"Damn it!!!!!!!!!"

Ji Zhiye slammed her fist against the wall with all her might, but her strength was not great; she could only make a dent in the stone wall.

But his rage was palpable, as if he was just short of fighting to the death.

"Lord Jizhiye, my suggestion is that you can escape. Anyway, the Ruins City is already a ruin... Why not..."

"Heh, escape? Now you want to escape?"

Ji Zhiye laughed in anger, his eyes fixed on Mortak, and said with a cold laugh, "Mortak, you wouldn't be thinking of betraying Lord Caster and surrendering to the enemy, would you?"

"No, no! That's absolutely impossible. I'm Yi Xiu's most loyal servant. How could I possibly run away?"

"In that case, gather your insects and stop the enemy ships!"

"this!"

"Hmph, Lord Hoffa is dead, so I am the supreme commander of the ruined city!!! Do you dare disobey me?"

"I understand, I'll go and make the preparations right away..."

Mortak sighed and left, looking quite helpless.

But no one knew that as he walked out of the hall, a sinister smile appeared on his lips: "Heh... the plan went smoothly. As expected, Lord Hoffa cares about you a lot."

"So, next, you should be able to activate 'that thing,' right? Heh..."

After Mortak left, the anger that had been raging within Silent Leaf subsided.

In fact... is getting angry helpful?

No, it's completely useless. Getting angry is just wishful thinking on the part of the weak to escape the fear of death.

Ji Zhiye understood this very well, because she had spent her entire life in this state of mind.

The resentment of being abandoned in a landfill, the fear of being washed by sewage, the despair of blood flowing, and the loneliness of being betrayed by others have all vanished.

She has always lived like this.

If it weren't for Lord Hoffa, if he hadn't found me in the garbage heap, I would never be standing here, and I would never be able to live under the name Silent Leaf.

and so……

Use that one.

Although Lord Hoffa strictly forbids himself from using that thing on ordinary days, it is the only hope of defeating the enemy.

After all, Elusia is so powerful that she could never be a match for them in her current state.

This is also the only option to avenge Lord Hoffa.

"Ha ha……"

Ji Zhiye sneered.

Although the thing was terrifying, she found herself surprisingly at peace after making the decision.

There was no fear, no regret, only the carefree feeling of everything about to be realized.

"Elcia, just you wait, hahahaha!!!"

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