LOL: Let me touch your steel

Zhang Xu had just cleared the alchemical exhaust gas surrounding the city. They had not even had time to breathe the fresh air for more than half a day before the initial toxic gas swept across the entire city.

Moreover, a raging fire broke out at the center of the explosion and was rapidly spreading around the city.

In an instant, the entire city of Zaun turned into a purgatory.

"what happened?"

Kai'Sa and Taliyah looked around in a daze, watching the terrified Zaun people rushing past them with blank expressions on their faces.

It was fine just now...

How come in the blink of an eye, the whole city seems to be destroyed?

......

Renata walked towards the front door of the hall, her heels knocking loudly on the marble floor. It was not a short distance, but Renata ran out quickly under the urgency of her emotions.

The exploded factory was still some distance away from her and would not affect her for the time being, but Renata was still furious.

If the sudden disappearance of the alchemical poison gas could be considered a minor setback at most, then this explosion undoubtedly completely destroyed the blueprint in her mind!

"Baron Middenstock!"

Renata clenched her hands tightly, her nails had already dug into her flesh, and she didn't even notice a trace of scarlet blood seeping out.

All factories under Golask Industries have dedicated personnel to oversee their construction, and Renata knows that it is impossible for them to make such a big mistake.

This explosion was definitely man-made!

Renata naturally thought of Baron Middenstock, with whom she had been in business competition and was on the verge of a falling out in recent times.

There will be no one else but him!

Renata took two deep breaths, and a strong murderous intent suddenly rose in her heart.

No matter who is responsible for the explosion, Renata will pin the blame on Baron Middenstock.

Now, she desperately needs an outlet to vent her anger!

Chapter 131 Wind, please take me for a ride!

A large number of Zaun people flocked to the tower of the Academy of Technological Magic, which was the only way to rise from Zaun to Piltover.

The sudden explosion and the even thicker alchemical poison gas made the people of Zaun feel insecure, and they almost rushed to the life-saving elevator.

It was a cave platform that was not too empty, with a huge skylight in the middle, and three vertical rails for the elevator standing vertically and at the same height as the ground. Each rail was made of refined wrought iron and was extremely strong. The area enclosed by the three pillars was the transportation channel for the elevator.

Zhang Xu, who was swept here by the dense crowd, looked up and saw poisonous gas lingering above his head.

The alchemical poison gas leaked from the explosion in the city center has spread to every corner of Zaun.

Amidst a harsh friction sound and deafening echo, the huge elevator descended onto the platform under the expectant gaze of countless Zaun people.

The sealed special glass can perfectly block the erosion of poisonous gas. As long as you enter the elevator, there is hope of survival.

A large number of Zaun people rushed towards the platform, and it seemed that a serious stampede would soon occur.

However, the next moment, a middle-aged man in overalls and a respirator connected to his back walked out. His iron prosthetic eye rolled in the gelatinous infiltration fluid and made a gurgling sound when it hit the goggles:

"Get in line! Do you all want to die here?"

The voice was not loud, and even seemed a little muffled because of the respirator. But his voice seemed to have some kind of magic, and soon the noisy crowd fell silent in fear, and consciously lined up in a long line.

Soon after, several mercenaries in police uniforms came out of the lowered hatch, each holding an alchemical technology weapon in their hands.

Although it is as simple as it can be, it is enough to intimidate these Zaun people.

One of the hired police officers took a step forward and stood next to the hatch. He made a dull sound through the respirator:

"Five gold hex coins per person, regardless of whether you are an adult or a child, the fee is per person! Only those who pay can enter!"

As soon as these words were spoken, there was a burst of exclamations from the crowd.

"Five gold hexes? Wasn't it enough for one gold hexexi coin before?"

Some Zaun people have already shown despair on their faces.

One gold hexcoin is already a very expensive price. The annual expenses of many Zaun families do not even reach this number. However, many families can squeeze out a gold hexcoin by gritting their teeth and holding on.

But five gold hex coins...

This is a price that makes countless people despair.

"Please, let my child go up! My child is dying!"

"Let me go up, I don't want to die!"

"Shut up! This is the price set by the Baron, no one can change it!"

The mercenary police, holding the alchemical electric wands in their hands, violently drove away all the poor people who tried to approach the elevator, even though each of them looked very pitiful.

"Get out of here! You lowly pauper!"

A disgusting roar came from the crowd, and a large group of well-dressed wealthy people squeezed out of the crowd, obediently handed over five gold hex coins, and boarded the elevator.

"Damn that Alchemist Baron! Isn't he afraid of retribution for taking advantage of this opportunity to make money from refugees?"

"Let my child in...my child!"

Although there was a commotion among the crowd, most people were angry but dared not speak out.

Zaun is a prosperous yet chaotic city-state. There is no government here. Only the alchemy barons stand at the top, controlling the economic lifeline of the Zaun people and doing whatever they want in this city.

Poor people like this who can't afford five gold Hexcoins are just objects of their exploitation.

Looking at these people who had shown obvious signs of poisoning due to the alchemical gas, a trace of pity flashed across Taliyah's face.

But this time, she did not beg Zhang Xu again.

If the last alchemical poison gas could be said to be caused by an accident, then this time the alchemical poison gas was obviously artificially manipulated.

Even if Zhang Xu could swallow the alchemical poison gas once again, it would be of no avail and would instead attract unknown enemies.

"Anyone else want to take the elevator? If no one does, we'll start!"

Listening to the mercenary police's impatient urging, some people's faces changed slightly. These people were residents of Zaun City, most of them probably had a skill that was enough to live a life without worries about food and clothing.

But five gold hex coins would still drain all their savings.

But more people still had despair on their faces, some kneeling on the ground, or weakly supporting the metal railings, watching the elevator that could bring hope gradually rise.

The alchemical poison gas seemed to be even more rampant.

If nothing unexpected happens, these Zaun people who have no money to pay for the cabin and no breathing masks will die in the pervasive poisonous gas.

Just as more prayers are always heard within the walls of hospitals, people always place their hopes on the illusory gods when they are most desperate and powerless, hoping that gods can come to the world and relieve their suffering.

The people of Zaun are no exception.

"Bluebird flying freely in the fog, please guide our way forward!"

"Zaun's patron saint, the compassionate goddess Janna, please save us!"

"Wind, please give me a ride!"

At first, there was only a little boy holding the blue bird amulet, holding it to his chest and calling out in a low voice with a sincere look on his face. His calling finally reminded the people of Zaun of the faith that they had abandoned. The voices gradually merged together to form a huge voice of faith.

The rich people in the high-rise elevator laughed at the meaningless actions of the poor people below.

Janna, the wind spirit?

Oh, only a lowly fool would believe in her existence!

"Zhang Xu, they are going to die."

Kasha's voice sounded like she was stating a fact, but Zhang Xu understood what she meant instantly.

Kassa also has kindness in her heart. She couldn't bear to see these people die here, so she let them board Sina and they would still be able to survive.

but...

Zhang Xu felt that there was no need to do this anymore.

Because the gods they believe in can really respond to them!

Although their faith was not sincere, for Janna, this level of faith power was also what she needed.

With so many people calling her together, Janna will definitely show up.

This is my style!

A benevolent god who will always protect the poor people of Zaun!

Chapter 132 The Incarnation of Wind, Waiting for Your Command

A breeze suddenly blew up from inside the steep canyon. It was gentle, like a spring breeze that instantly dispelled the haze covering the platform. The gentle breeze brushed across everyone's hair.

The flow of wind brings hope.

The people immersed in prayer did not notice the slight breeze, but Zhang Xu felt it.

A mysterious existence has arrived.

“Taliyah, do you feel it? The movement of the wind.”

Feeling her long hair being blown, a hint of hesitation flashed in Kassa's eyes.

It seems...something is really different.

Could it be that gods really exist?

"It seems... it really exists!"

Taliyah swallowed subconsciously, her face full of shock.

In just a short moment, a mighty elemental force surged on the platform! This mighty elemental surge even completely interfered with Taliyah's own perception of the rock element!

You know, she is now on the earth and can feel the surge of rock elements all the time!

The next moment, almost everyone heard faint whispers in their ears.

Everyone present gradually showed a confused look on their faces. The whispering sounded like someone calling in their ears, or as if it came from a distant place.

"got windy!"