The Heroes’ Reincarnation Chapter 393 A Storm Without Rain

Perhaps it was due to the Warden dying, but not a single Prisoner came to stop them. As they breached the surface they were greeted with a bleak sight. A city in ruins, dark clouds collecting above blocking all sunlight. Powerful winds blew over the city, tugging along scraps and dust. Additionally the System updated the quest:

Yielya whistled, "This place is so depressing. What now boss?"

Terwin coughed, "I'm afraid we have no idea."

"Didn't you beat the Warden?"

"Yes, but as you explore the City you will occasionally be attacked by any who remain. Being constantly interrupted in our exploration I'm afraid our stamina was not enough. Most of our research regarding the dungeon came from info we obtained from our spies in Raven Thread. But even they struggled at this part."

"So in the end you lack information. Jarvis can you handle this?"

Jarvis opened his Book, "I have an idea on who can help."

Colors flew from the pages and revealed three different creatures. Two Birds, one of red and orange feathers and the other of blue and purple. They landed on Jarvis' shoulders and stared at him.

The other individual looked about, "Interesting place you brought me to Mister."

Jarvis smiled slightly, "Yo Kiro, going to need your skills for this one."

"That depends on what you want, and what you're willing to pay.", Kiro winked mischievously.

"Got a prototype I can have you test for me later."

"I'll be disappointed if it's bad!"

"You know me."

"That I do, so what do you want?"

"We need a way to the castle, place is littered with not-so friendly people."

"Reconnaissance is it? Stealthy too, making me pull out my old rusted skills.", Kiro sighed as she stretched.

"I'll be assisting from the sky. More specifically these two will. I can channel their sight to you if you need it."

"How helpful~ I'll take that offer. If I can chart a simple map it should make it easier to find what you want."

Scratching the necks of the birds Jarvis whispered to them. They then took off simultaneously and braved the powerful winds. As they circled to the sky Terwin squinted, "I feel like these guys are a real ace card."

Corolla smiled, "Told you it would be worth it."

"That you did."

Kiro leapt and dashed across the tops of roofs. Throwing a shuriken across she shattered an old pot, distracting several crazed individuals.

"Mister is actually making me use these old Skills."

Flipping through the air she landed with a soft thud. Cracking her neck Kiro complained, "I'm so out of practice too."

Using the information provided by Bo and To she quickly found a route leading to the main castle. Most of the roads were blocked by rubble and massive piles of dust. The castle itself was guarded by a powerful barrier, else Kiro would've infiltrated it to satisfy her curiosity.

Approaching a massive gate Kiro was greeted with a set of words.

Who was once trusted lays beneath the stars,

Giving birth to a storm,

A storm without rain>

Kiro snorted, "Puzzles, why be so cryptic?"

Searching the area she found a small pedestal, as if awaiting for an item. Stepping back for a moment she committed everything to memory. Clicking her tongue she placed her hands together, "It's a good thing it's not my job to figure out what this is!"

She then disappeared in a puff of smoke.

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"Huh, these guys really are crazy. Is it the storm's causing?"

Currently all the Players were taking refuge in two buildings that still stood. A bronze semi-translucent mountain covered them. Blocking them from the steady and constant attack from crazy civilians. Their clothes were in tatters and they wielded crude or rusted weapons.

Terwin shook his head, "We don't know that much, the beginning wave of enemies are easy to deal with. The closer you get to the castle the more equipped they become, while also increasing in density."

Kan'na spoke her thoughts aloud, "They're attracted to the castle?"