A cold feeling continuously flowed into Dumb's body from the leather pouch. Owen's life experiences deeply shocked him. He subconsciously decided that no matter what, he had to take revenge for his uncle. "Uncle, can I practice the last four moves of the Nine Underworld Characters?"
Owen said solemnly, "No, absolutely not. The evil energy contained in the last four moves is too strong. If the evil energy enters your body, you will be controlled by the sword and lose your mind. You will become its puppet, a murderous demon. So, you must not use the last moves that are higher than you. Dumb, did uncle's eyes turn grey? "
Dumb was stunned and looked at Owen's eyes. Sure enough, his eyes had been completely replaced by grey. It looked very strange.
Owen sighed, "This is the backlash of using the Hell King Sword Art. Fortunately, I'm about to die. No matter what, I won't become a murderous demon. But you must be careful. You must not use the last moves easily. Although I have the ability to use the fourth move of the Hell King Sword Art, I don't have enough strength to continuously use the Hell Flash, Hell Chain Flash, Hell Slash, and Hell Shadow. The evil energy has completely assimilated my meridians. If it wasn't for the many years of bitter cultivation, I'm afraid I would have long lost my mind. Child, there are no absolutes in this world. If you use it for good, it will be good. If you use it for evil, it will be evil. You must understand this principle. " Just as he said this, the blue light on Owen's face suddenly brightened. His expression changed and he spat out a mouthful of red and blue blood.
Dumb was very anxious. He quickly transferred the remaining True Qi in his body into Owen's body. Owen's body trembled as if he was struggling with the poison of the Peerless Holy Water. After a long time, his heaving chest gradually calmed down. However, his eyes had already dimmed a lot. He said weakly, "Dumb, tie the Hell King Sword to your chest. Quickly."
Dumby was stunned. How could a kind-hearted person like him have the heart to go against Owen's last wish? Dumby tore off his coat and used his right hand to hang the leather bag on his body. He tightened the belt and placed the hilt of the Hell King's Sword on his chest. When the cold energy entered his body, Dumby couldn't help but feel refreshed. The True Qi in his body seemed to be stimulated and quickly circulated.
With the support of Dumby's True Qi, Owen was barely able to hold back the urge to vomit blood again. He knew that the poison in his body could not be suppressed any longer, and that he was getting closer and closer to death. "Dumby, you … you have to … promise … uncle, you must … not … give up … on … the Hell King's Sword. Quickly … learn … its … first move … so … that … you … can … survive … in this … society … As for … the last … four moves … of the Nine Chants of Hell … if … your … vitality … and holy aura … can … reach … above … the … ninth level … of the Art of Rebirth … you … can … try … it … but … you … must … be … careful. Don't … get … attacked … by … the evil aura. You … must … not … easily … provoke … the assassin union … they … are … too … powerful. With … your … kind … heart … you … won't … be … able to … fight … against … them. That's right, back then … you … helped me … refine … the … silver ball … to … suppress … the … Peerless Holy Water … you … must … keep … it … well … although … it … can't … cure … the … Peerless … Holy Water … But … if … you … are … poisoned … by … others … you … can … use … the … same … method … to … force … the … poison … out … of … your … body …. What a pity … ah! My … skills … are … not … strong enough. If … I … reach … the … ninth level … of the Art of Rebirth … I might … be … able … to … gather … the … scattered … poisonous aura … of … the … Peerless Holy Water … into … the … silver ball … After … uncle … dies … you … burn … this … house … and uncle's … corpse … together … with … uncle's … corpse … use … the … flame technique … that you've been … practicing … to … prevent … the poison … from … leaking out … from … uncle's … body … and harming … others. Uncle … was … born … here … and will … die … here … as … a leaf … returns … to … its … roots …. Good … child … don't … cry … uncle … doesn't … like … to … see … you … cry. You … are … a man … you … must … be … stronger … uncle … in the future … I … can't … take … care … of … you. You … have … to … take … care … of … yourself. Do … you … understand? " After saying all this, Owen could not help but spit out another mouthful of blood. His face was already covered in a dense blue aura. The excessive consumption of essential Qi, coupled with the invasion of the poison and the backlash of the evil aura, even a god might not be able to save his life. After spitting out the blood, Owen seemed to be in better spirits. A hint of redness appeared on his blue face.
Dumb's tears had already wet the front of his shirt. He could clearly feel that the life of his uncle, who had lived with him for five years, was disappearing bit by bit. He could only nod his head continuously, agreeing to Owen's last reminders.
Owen coughed out another mouthful of blood. He stretched out his hand, which had already turned blue, and gently stroked Dumb's hair. The final radiance of the setting sun lifted his spirits quite a bit. He smiled and said, "Child, do you know? The five years that I've lived with you have been the most peaceful and satisfying five years that I've ever lived. After you leave this place, don't run too far away immediately. Take all the food in the house and hide for ten days at the reef before you leave. The organization will not let me off. You have to be careful in the future. Ah! By the way, you know magic. At the very least, you're at the level of a beginner mage. If you keep heading west from here, you'll reach the territory of the Red Mongol. There, you can find a branch of the Sorcerers Guild and register yourself as a mage. Put on a loose mage's robe, and they won't be able to find you easily. Furthermore, mages will receive a stipend, which will be enough for your daily life. I was in too much of a hurry when I left the Assassin's Guild, so I didn't have time to bring some of my assets with me. From now on, you can only rely on yourself. When you return to your teacher, Goris, you have to train for a period of time and strive to master a few more moves of the Nine Underhand Formulae. After that, you can travel around the continent. Only then will you be safer. Other than my junior sister, the person that I've let down the most is my teacher who raised me. If there's a chance in the future, you can go to Tiangang School to take a look. If you meet someone who uses the same big sword as you, you have to be courteous. "
The red glow on Owen's face gradually dimmed, and blood that had turned completely blue flowed out of his seven orifices. The final radiance of the setting sun had used up the last of his energy. He couldn't hold on any longer. His entire body trembled as he said, "Remember …. On … the … continent … try … not to … come … in … contact … with … three types of people. One … is … the … clergy …. Most … clergy … are … too … honest …. If … they … find … out … that … you … have … Hell … King's Sword … on … you … I'm … not … sure … what … the … consequences … will … be … I … don't … know … what … will happen … if … they … find … out … that … you … have … the … Assassin's Guild … and … Thief's Guild … people … ask … me … to … ask … your … Senior … Brother … Rhys … to … apologize … on my … behalf … for … stealing … his … student … for a few years … he … must … hate … me …. Ah … Dai … Brother … Rhys … Although … isn't … a … bad … person … but … his … reputation … on … the … continent … isn't … very … good. You … have to … be … wary … of … him … Don't … tell … him … about … the Hell … King's Sword …. Uncle … Uncle … can't … hold … on … any … longer … Withdraw … your … true … Qi … Burn … this … place … One … must … burn … this … place … and … throw … those … corpses … in … here … and … hurry … away … from … here … Ah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How … I … wish … to … live … with … you … again … ah! But … Uncle … Uncle … is … going … away … You … must … take … good … care … of … yourself … "Before he could finish his sentence, Owen, the Netherworld King who had dominated the continent for decades, suddenly passed away. A look of concern remained on his face. Even in death, he was still worried about the youth in front of him.
Owen's hand gradually slid down from Dumb's face. Dumb was completely stunned. It was as if his heart was being pressed down by a huge rock. It was extremely uncomfortable. He didn't know how many tears had already flowed down his face, but his heart had already turned completely cold. Only now did he understand how deep his feelings for Owen were. This uncle who had given him meticulous care and imparted everything he knew to him had passed away just like that.
Saint Calendar Year 994, June. The King of Assassins who had dominated the continent for decades left with a heart full of hatred and unwillingness.
Owen's corpse quickly turned cold. The toxicity of the Peerless Holy Water had completely taken effect. His body had already gradually turned dark blue. His face had already started to rot from the seven orifices on his face. There was no longer a trace of life. Dumb stood up and wiped the tears off his face. Although he wasn't willing to leave Owen's corpse, his mind was still very clear under the stimulation of the Hell King's Sword. He knew that when his uncle was about to die, the person he was most worried about was him. He couldn't let Owen down. He had to live on. Only by living on would he have the hope of avenging his uncle.
Thinking up to here, Dumb ran back to his room and wrapped the silver ball and some clothes in a bag. He also packed the food in the kitchen together before returning to Owen's side. All of this was done with tears flowing down his face. The person closest to him had passed away. How could this seventeen year old child bear it?
A pool of blue water had already melted under Owen's corpse. His handsome face that had turned blue had been corroded beyond recognition by the toxicity of the Peerless Holy Water. Dumb roared, "No!" His uncle was already dead. He definitely didn't want his uncle's corpse to be destroyed by the poison. With great difficulty, he chanted the incantation for a flame spell, "Fire element that fills the world! Please grant me the power to burn. In my name, with your power, appear, scorching flame. " As Dumby chanted in a choked voice, a deep blue flame appeared in his hand. Dumby closed its eyes and gritted its teeth. The flame drifted out and completely engulfed Owen's body. Under the extremely high temperature of the blue flame, Owen's body had turned into a pile of blue ash in no time at all.
Dumb squatted on the ground and cried bitterly. As he cried, he used a small porcelain jar to fill the small amount of blue ashes on the ground with a small shovel. Closing the lid, Dumb carefully placed the porcelain jar into the bag and turned around resolutely. He carried the two bags and ran out the door. The three dried corpses were still lying on the ground. Dumb took a deep look at the home that he had lived in for five years. Gritting his teeth, he cast another flame spell. Under Dumb's control, a large expanse of blue flame was scattered on the roof. In an instant, the small courtyard had turned into a sea of fire. Dumb used the tip of his foot to fling the three corpses into the sea of fire. With a heart full of hatred and sorrow, he ran into the distance.
Ciel was sulking at home. Dumb's open rejection made him, the mayor, feel very embarrassed. No matter what, his Faye was more than enough to be a match for that silly boy! Why didn't he hear that he had a fiancée before? He really didn't know what Brother Owen was thinking. Why didn't he marry such a good marriage? Until now, Xi Fei was still crying in the room, which made him even more annoyed.
Bang, bang, bang. Violent knocks sounded on the door. Ciel was still annoyed. When he heard the knocks, he shouted angrily, "Who is it? Why are you knocking so urgently? Are you rushing me?"
"Dad, it's me. Hurry up and open the door. Something has happened." It was Xi Zhong's voice.
Ciel was shocked. He quickly stepped forward and opened the door. Xi Zhong looked anxious. Panting, he said, "Dad, hurry up and go take a look. Something big has happened."
Ciel frowned and said, "Why are you making a fuss? We're just a small town. What can happen? "
Xi Zhong said anxiously, "It's Uncle Owen. Uncle Owen's house suddenly caught on fire. My second and third brothers came back from fishing and saw it. They have already mobilized the townspeople to put out the fire."
Ciel was shocked and said, "What did you say? Brother Owen's house is on fire. Hurry up, let's go take a look."
By the time they arrived at Owen's house, the fire was already nearing its end. In this small seaside town, the sea breeze blew all year round. Combined with Dumby's proficient fire magic, the house had long since been burned to the ground, leaving behind only a few broken walls. Thick smoke rose into the air.
Ciel looked at everything in front of him in a daze. He pulled his second son, Xi Fa, who was fighting the fire, and asked, "Where are they? Where are your Uncle Owen and Dumb? Have they come out yet? "
Xi Fa shook his head sadly and said, "I didn't see them. Dad, the fire is so big. If they were inside, I'm afraid … I'm afraid they're dead."
Just as Ciel's family was mourning for Owen and Dumb, a few pairs of cold eyes were staring at them from the side.
"Vice President, we've already gone in to take a look. Other than a few of our dead brothers who were burned to bones, we didn't find the body of Pluto and the child you mentioned."
A strange voice was full of hatred. "I'm so angry. I didn't expect Pluto to have such a strong vitality. Even after being poisoned by the Peerless Holy Water, he could still use Pluto's Sword Technique. If I had known this would happen, I would have brought your team here. No matter what, we could have killed him. Pluto may be dead, but the child with him must still be alive. Quick, you guys split up and look for him. Even if it's a body, bring it back to me. The Pluto's Sword must not fall into the hands of others. "
"Yes, Vice President." A few figures quietly disappeared into the crowd. The fire in the courtyard also gradually weakened.
… …
"Ah — —" Dumb stood on the wooden pillar and desperately slashed the waves that were rushing towards him. Half a year ago, Owen had already split the wooden pillar in half and let Dumb stand on it to withstand the impact of the waves. This was to practice the stability of his chassis. One after another, the waves were split into two by Dumb's Tiangang Sword. Dumb's body was already soaked in seawater. He kept venting, but the sorrow in his heart could not disappear.
Boom! A huge wave pushed the exhausted Dumb into the sea. Dumb did not struggle. He let the waves wash away his body and the hatred in his heart.
"Why? Why did you guys kill Uncle Owen? Why — — "Dumb cried out to the sky. But other than the sound of the surging waves, no one answered his question.
Ten days later, Dumb gradually walked out of the sorrow of Owen's death. Owen's death had a deep impact on him. His dull face had an additional look of hatred. After eating a piece of dry food, Dumb tied the backpack and Tiangang Sword to his body. He touched the Pluto's Sword on his chest and left the reef. After getting his bearings, he walked towards the Red Mongol territory in the west. Perhaps Owen's death had a deep impact on him. Dumb's stupid brain clearly remembered every word Owen said before his death. Those were his uncle's last orders. He had to follow his uncle's orders no matter what.
What Dumb did not know was that Owen's warning before his death had saved his life. The people from the Assassin Guild had left the day before because they could not find him.
Three days, it had been three days. Dumb finally walked to the border of the Red Mongol territory. However, he had finished all the dry food he brought from home. He had not drunk a drop of water for a whole day. His lips were a little dry and cracked. He entered the city in front of him in a trance.
On the streets, people wearing mercenary uniforms could be seen everywhere. Owen had once described the attire of various professions to him. He knew that the Red Mongol was the birthplace of the Mercenary Guild. A large number of mercenaries and mercenary groups gathered here. His goal was to find the Sorcerers Guild. At that time, he would have money to buy food.
This city was very prosperous. It was much bigger than the Ninuo City where he lived when he was a child. After a few steps, the fragrance of steamed buns hit his face. Dumb's body trembled and he could not help but look over.
"Steamed buns, selling steamed buns. Fragrant and sweet steamed buns. One copper coin for two. Selling steamed buns … "
The loud cries made Dumb walk over unconsciously. The person selling steamed buns was a short and fat man in his forties. His red hair was so bald that only the barbed wire around him was left. Every time he shouted, the fat on his face would tremble. The steamed buns in front of him were constantly steaming. It was obvious that the steamed buns had just come out of the pot. When he saw Dumb walking over, he said with a smile, "Little brother, do you want some steamed buns to eat? My steamed buns are famous far and wide. They are fragrant and sweet. You will want more after eating one. "
Dumb looked at the chubby boss of the steamed buns and thought to himself, His steamed buns must taste good. Otherwise, he would not be able to eat so much. Steamed buns had always been Dumb's favorite. Moreover, he had not eaten for a long time. However, he did not even have a copper coin in his pocket. How could he buy the delicious food in front of him?
Swallowing his saliva, Dumb shook his head.
The boss of the steamed buns had just opened his shop today and had not sold many steamed buns. Although the young man in front of him was dressed in plain clothes, he could tell that he was a martial artist just by looking at the huge sword on his back. Which martial artist didn't have some money? Moreover, it was just money to buy steamed buns. Therefore, when he saw Dumb shake his head, he immediately said anxiously, "What's wrong? Little brother, are you not satisfied with my steamed buns? Buy two. It's only one copper coin. It's the best for breakfast. Why don't you try one first? I won't charge you. "
When Dumb heard that he wouldn't charge him, his eyes lit up and he quickly nodded. The boss of the steamed buns took a steamed bun from the steamer and handed it to Dumb. Dumby took it with both hands and bit off a third of the steamed bun in one bite. It had been half a month since he had eaten such a good steamed bun. He wolfed it down and swallowed the whole steamed bun in just a few seconds. The fragrance of the steamed bun filled his body. With something in his stomach, Dumb immediately became more energetic. "Uncle, your steamed bun is really good. It's soft and fragrant. It's so delicious."
When the boss of the steamed bun shop heard Dumb praising his steamed bun, he immediately beamed and said proudly, "Of course. You can ask around. My steamed bun is the most fragrant in the nearby streets. Buy a few. Even if it's not a dish, my steamed bun is also very delicious. "
Dumb lowered his head and said sadly, "I … I really want to eat your steamed bun, but … but I don't have money."
The fat boss was stunned and mumbled, "Why did you come to my stall if you don't have money? You even ate one of my steamed bun. My steamed bun is for people who want to try it. What's this? Are you freeloading? Sigh … forget it, I'm unlucky. Hurry up and leave. Don't hinder my business. "
Dumb lowered his head and walked to the side. He thought to himself that when he had money, he would definitely return the money for the steamed bun he had just eaten.
"Wait a minute." The voice of the boss of the steamed bun shop suddenly came from behind. Dumby was shocked. Could it be that the boss wanted to ask him for money again? Turning around, he saw the boss of the steamed bun shop waving at him with his chubby hand, gesturing for him to go over. Dumb walked back to the steamed bun shop with his head still lowered and said, "Boss, I … I really don't have money. I'm sorry. When I have money, I'll definitely come back to buy steamed buns from you."
The boss of the steamed bun shop looked up at Dumb and handed him a paper bag. He sighed and said, "Young man, you must be a foreigner. You must have fallen into trouble here. Here, these steamed buns are for you. Eat them first. It's not easy to make a living. Take it. "
Dumb stared blankly at the boss of the steamed bun shop. His eyes turned red. Ever since Owen died, this person in front of him was the first person who had cared about him. His heart, which had turned cold because of Owen's death, warmed up again. He said in a trembling voice, "Thank you, thank you, boss. You're really a good person. "After taking the steamed buns, he immediately opened the paper bag and wolfed them down. He was really starving.
The boss brought out a bowl of hot water and said, "Young man, eat slowly. Don't choke. Drink some water."
In a short while, Dumb finished all five steamed buns in the paper bag in one go. He immediately felt energized. After drinking the hot water, he felt warm all over. He said gratefully, "Uncle, thank you. Thank you. You're really a good person."
The boss narrowed his eyes and said with a smile, "I can't say that I'm a good person. Back then, I was also down and out. I came across a steamed bun shop and really wanted to eat the steamed buns there. But just like you, I had no money. Later, the kind-hearted boss took me in and married his daughter to me. That's why I'm here today. We can also be considered to be down and out, so a few steamed buns are nothing. Young man, where are you going? Why didn't you bring any money with you? Looking at the sword on your back, you should be a martial artist. "
At the mention of martial arts, Dumb couldn't help but think of the dead Owen. He felt sad. "Uncle, thank you for the steamed buns. Can you tell me where the Sorcerers Guild is?"
When the boss of the steamed bun shop heard Dumb mention the Sorcerers Guild, a look of reverence appeared on his face. He said, "Sorcerers are all experts with great abilities. Our city is big, so there's really a branch of the Sorcerers Guild. Why? Where are you going to look for someone? Or are you looking for a job? "
Dumb scratched his head and said, "You can say that I'm looking for a job." After filling his stomach and receiving news about the Sorcerers Guild, Dumb's sad mood instantly improved.
The boss of the steamed bun shop said, "Go straight along this road, turn right at the second intersection, and turn left at the end. You'll see it after another intersection. The Sorcerers Guild and the Mercenary Guild are both there. I'm afraid it's not easy to find a job there. I think you might as well become a mercenary. There are many mercenary groups in the city that are hiring, and the pay is relatively good. You'll earn at least a few gold coins a month. If you really can't find a job, you can come work for me. Although it's a bit unfair, you'll at least be able to eat your fill. My wife is at home taking care of the kids, and she can't help me much. I have to do everything myself. "
Dumb thanked the boss of the steamed bun shop for his kindness and walked in the direction of the Sorcerers Guild. He had to fulfill Owen's last words. Since his uncle wanted him to register as a sorcerer at the Sorcerers Guild, he must have his reasons.
After a few turns, Dumb came to a main road. There were many people on the road. Here, he could see people with weapons, light armor, and mercenary badges on their chests. Before long, a tall house appeared in front of him. On the roof of the house, there was a huge sign. The sign was engraved with a shield and two swords. Below the sign, there were four big words — Mercenary Guild. There were people coming in and out of the house, and it looked very lively.
Dumb looked at it curiously. Just as he was about to walk forward, a person dressed like a mercenary suddenly walked toward him. This person was taller than Dumb. He had a head of short, fluffy red hair, and was wearing brown leather armor with a long sword at his waist. The mercenary badge on his chest was a red-haired lion's head. He looked very fierce.
"Little brother, please wait." The big man stopped in front of Dumb.
Dumb was stunned and said, "Me? What's the matter? "
The big man laughed and said, "Little brother, looking at your attire, you must be a martial artist. Do you want to join the mercenary group? Our Red Lion mercenary group is very famous in the city. If you join us, your basic salary will be three gold coins per month. If your mercenary rank increases in the future, there will be a corresponding increase. Every time you carry out a mission, you will get a certain share. This is the best treatment we can get. "
The big man spoke very quickly. Dumb didn't understand what he meant. He shook his head and said, "I, I don't want to be a mercenary."
The big man was stunned and frowned, "Why? Although you don't look like a local, but the young warriors who come to our place, which one of them doesn't want to be a mercenary? Little boy, if you don't grasp such a good opportunity, you will regret it later. "
Dumb still shook his head, "I'm sorry, I really don't want to be a mercenary. Please step aside. "
The big man snorted and muttered, "Useless boy." Finished speaking, he turned around and walked toward the mercenary guild.
Dumb couldn't help but wonder, if he didn't join a mercenary group, he would be useless? Forget it, let's ignore him for now. I'll go to the Sorcerers Guild first. Thinking of this, he quickly walked forward.
The Sorcerers Guild was also a tall building. It was next to the mercenary guild, but it was obviously much more deserted. There were very few people coming in and out. Just when Dumb was about to go over, a voice came from behind, "Wait, little brother." Dumby turned around and saw that it was the same red-haired man from before. There was another person beside him. This person was about 1.8 meters tall and looked to be in his forties. He had a pale face and black eyes. His eyes shone brightly and he had a dignified air about him. On his back was the same Celestial Star Sword as Dumby.
Dumb stood there in a daze, looking at the two people walking in front of him. The red haired big man said, "Little brother, this is the vice-captain of our Red Lion Mercenary Group. He should be an elder of your sect, right?"
Dumby was shocked. He was an elder of the sect. Looking at the hilt of the sword protruding from the man's shoulder, Dumby suddenly recalled Owen's words. He suddenly realized that this so-called vice-captain must be someone from the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction. His uncle had said that if he encountered someone from the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction, he must be polite. Thinking of this, he hurriedly bowed and said, "Uncle, nice to meet you."
The black haired middle aged man smiled and said, "Little brother, may I know which senior brother you are from? My name is Francis. In terms of seniority, I should be your martial uncle. "
Martial uncle? Dumb shook his head and said, "I, I don't have a master. I only have a teacher."
Francis was happy in his heart. He thought that this silly boy must have never seen the world. He asked, "Then what is your teacher's name?"
Dumb hesitated for a moment and said, "I, I can't say." Owen had warned him that he must be careful when he was outside and not reveal his identity. He definitely couldn't say the name of Uncle Owen, let alone Teacher Goris.