After Ebert stepped into the mysterious door, he found himself in boundless darkness. The surroundings were eerily silent, and I couldn't even hear my own breathing. Just when he started to feel uneasy,
"Ghost King, show up." Ebert called in a low voice.
The Ghost King is like an unpredictable master of disguise, able to change his appearance at will. Sometimes he transforms into a chubby, adorable child, whose laughter echoes through the halls like bells. In the blink of an eye, with a flick of his wrist, he can transform into a towering, nightmarish figure, his eyes shining with a strange green light.
In the blink of an eye, an emerald-like energy spurted out from the ruby ring, condensing into the majestic figure of the Ghost King. Although his appearance is still ferocious and terrifying, the Ghost King's eyes show respect for his master.
, in sharp contrast to his monster-like face.
"Master, are you calling me?" the Ghost King asked respectfully.
Ebert nodded, "Ghost King, I need your help. This place seems to hide the secret about the core power, but I must pass some kind of test to get the answer."
The Ghost King bowed and said: "As you command, Master. Please allow me to explore the way first."
Ebert waved his hand, "Go ahead and be careful."
The ghost king's figure instantly disappeared into the darkness. Ebert waited quietly, and couldn't help but recall how he was able to conquer the Ghost King because of the black gravitational power. It was an amazing journey…. After confessing his master with blood, the Ghost King became his most loyal servant.
A few minutes later, the ghost king came back. "Master," he reported respectfully, "there is indeed a mystery ahead. There is an illusion that will allow you to face your deepest fears and desires. To pass the test, you must stay awake and not be confused by the illusion."
Ebert frowned and said, "It sounds dangerous. Ghost King, do you have any suggestions?"
The Ghost King lowered his head and thought for a while, then raised his head and said respectfully: "Master, you have to remember that no matter what you see, it is not real. You must believe in yourself and your judgment. If possible, I I am willing to protect you in secret."
Ebert nodded in agreement, and suddenly an idea flashed through his mind. "Ghost King, I've been thinking that if we can increase your power, we might be able to deal with that mysterious man better. Do you think there is any way to increase your strength?"
The Ghost King was startled for a moment, and then replied respectfully: "Master is wise. Let me put it bluntly, it is actually very simple to improve my power. As you know, I can directly eat other souls to enhance my strength. The higher the level of the soul, the more powerful it can be. The more energy it provides."
Ebert nodded thoughtfully, "I see. So, do you have any specific suggestions?"
The Ghost King said respectfully: "Tell the master, we can find a place where evil ghosts are haunted. There must be a large number of souls gathered there, and I can feast on them. This will not only quickly increase my strength, but also clean up those evil ghosts that harm the world." , it can be said that it kills two birds with one stone."
Abbott frowned and said, "Doing this...wouldn't there be any moral issues?"
The Ghost King smiled slightly, "Master, there is no need to worry. These are souls who have done many evil things, and they have long lost the chance to be human again. Devouring them will give them their final salvation. What's more, it can also protect innocent people from Infested by evil spirits."
Ebert thought for a while and finally nodded in agreement: "You're right. Then, let's do this. Do you know of any suitable place nearby?"
The Ghost King replied respectfully: "Yes, Master. I sensed that there is an abandoned ancient temple about ten miles northwest, where many powerful evil spirits gather. If the Master agrees, we can go there after completing the current mission. .
Ebert thought for a while, and a trace of determination flashed in his eyes, "Okay, it's decided. Let's complete the task at hand first, and then improve your abilities. Ghost King, be prepared, there is a feast waiting for you later. "
The Ghost King bowed slightly, with a glimmer of expectation flashing in his eyes, "Thank you, Master, for your consideration. I will definitely go all out to help Master complete the current mission. After the mission is over, I will improve my strength as quickly as possible, and I will never let you down." The master's expectations."
Ebert nodded, "Very good. Now, let us focus on the challenge before us. Once we have solved the mysterious man, we will immediately set off for the ancient temple."
In this way, Ebote and the Ghost King (the Balrog) reached a consensus. They decided to focus on the current task first and deal with the mysterious man. Ebert had already begun to plan in his mind that once this mission came to an end, he would immediately take the Ghost King to the abandoned ancient temple and let the Ghost King devour those powerful evil spirits to his heart's content, thus greatly increasing his strength.
Ebert thought to himself: "With this plan, the Ghost King's power will definitely increase by leaps and bounds. By then, no matter what kind of enemy we encounter, we will be able to deal with it calmly."
With such determination, Ebert gathered his spirits and prepared to face the challenges ahead. He knew that as long as they got through this difficulty, a more powerful force was waiting for them. This power can not only help them fight against more powerful enemies, but also allow Ebert to take a further step on the path of cultivation.
"Come on," Ebert whispered, "let us solve the immediate trouble first, and then enjoy the feast of souls."
The Ghost King responded respectfully: "Yes, Master. I will do my best to help you."
With the expectation of becoming stronger, Ebert and the Ghost King worked together to prepare for the next challenge. They all know that this is not only a conquest against the enemy, but also an important step towards a stronger force.
Ebert took a deep breath, "I understand. Ghost King, get ready, we are about to begin."
The Ghost King bowed and said: "As you command, Master. No matter what happens, I will guard you."
Face this challenge. "
After receiving the Ghost King's assurance, Ebert felt relieved. He took a deep breath and stepped forward.
As Ebert advances, the surrounding darkness begins to dissipate, replaced by a familiar scene—his childhood home.
Ebert looked around cautiously, silently reciting the Ghost King's warning in his heart. Suddenly, he heard his mother's voice.
"Ebert, my child, you are finally back."
Ebert turned around and saw his mother whom he had not seen for many years. With a gentle smile on her face, she opened her arms to him. Ebert felt a pang of heartache and almost rushed forward to hug his mother, but he stopped himself in time.
"It's not true," he whispered, "my mother has been dead for many years."
The face of the mother in the fantasy suddenly turned gloomy, "You actually disown me as your mother? You disappoint me so much!"
Ebert closed his eyes and took a deep breath, "You are not my mother. My mother would never speak like this."
As his words fell, the illusion disappeared. Ebert opened his eyes and found himself back in darkness.
"Well done, Master," the Ghost King's voice rang in his ears, "You passed the first test."
Before Ebert could breathe a sigh of relief, the surrounding scene began to change again. This time, he found himself standing in the center of a huge magic circle, surrounded by adoring believers.
A voice whispered in his ear: "Look, Ebert, this is the power you dream of. As long as you want, you can become the master of this world."
Ebert felt a powerful force surge inside his body, as if the whole world was under his control. This feeling made him intoxicated, almost losing himself.
At this moment, the Ghost King's voice sounded again: "Master, please stay awake! Remember your original intention!"
Ebert woke up with a start, realizing that this was another hallucination. "No," he said firmly, "I pursue power not to rule the world, but to protect the people and things I hold dear."
As his words fell, the illusion dissipated again.
"Master is wise," the Ghost King praised, "your mind is stronger than I imagined."
Ebert gasped, "Thanks for your reminder, Ghost King. Without you, I might have been lost."
"This is your duty, little one," the Ghost King said respectfully, "but master, the last test is probably the most difficult."
As soon as he finished speaking, Abbott found himself standing at a fork in the road. One side is the path to supreme power, and the other is the path back to your companions.
"Choose," a mysterious voice said, "Supreme power, or your friends?"
Abbott was lost in thought. He knew that if he chose power, he might become more powerful than that mysterious man. but...
"King of Ghosts," Ebert called in a low voice, "What do you think?"
The Ghost King was silent for a while, and then replied respectfully: "Master, this is your own choice. But please remember that real power not only comes from personal strength, but also from the bond with others. No matter what choice you make , the little ones will always follow you."
Ebert took a deep breath and said firmly: "I choose to return to my companions. The real strength is not to be strong alone, but to be able to fight side by side with friends."
With his choice, the entire space began to collapse. When everything calmed down, Ebert found himself standing in front of an ancient altar. There is a bright gem floating on the altar, exuding powerful energy.
"Congratulations, young brave man," a majestic voice sounded, "you passed all the tests. This gem contains the secret of improving core strength. It belongs to you now."
Ebert carefully picked up the gem, feeling the powerful power contained in it.
"Congratulations, master," the Ghost King said with joy in his voice, "I feel that my strength is also increasing. That mysterious man is no longer something to be afraid of."
At this moment, the wall behind the altar slowly opened, revealing the passage back to the hall.
Ebert took a deep breath and clenched the gem in his hand. "King of Ghosts, you did a great job. Next, let us uncover the mystery of that mysterious man."
"As you command, Master," the Ghost King said respectfully, "I am willing to go through fire and water for you, no matter what."
Armed with newfound strength and confidence, Ebert walked down the aisle, ready to face the challenge ahead. He knew that no matter what awaited him ahead, nothing was insurmountable as long as he had companions and a loyal Ghost King to help him.
At the end of the passage, Ebert saw familiar faces - his companions were anxiously waiting for him. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief when they saw Ebert walking out safe and sound.
"Ebert!" Saraswati was the first to run forward, "It's great that you are okay! We are all worried about you."
Ebert comforted everyone with a smile, and then turned his gaze in the direction of the mysterious man. He could feel that as his core strength increased, the Ghost King's aura became more powerful.
"Come on," Ebott whispered, "it's time to reveal the truth."