Chapter 442: Seclusion
Surrounded by his subordinates, Lei Xiao walked out of the passage and looked around.
This new hidden area is no smaller than the cave covered with magic moss. On the left and right sides are a pool of muddy-looking swamps.
In the middle part, there is a road paved with gravels, leading directly to a stone gate at the front.
"It really is a different world."
Lei Xiao's eyes moved and finally landed on the muddy area not far away, and murmured to himself: "I didn't expect that there really was a swamp."
"Lord, these two swamps are filled with faint energy fluctuations, and there are obviously energy supply magic arrays below."
Hong Ye took a step forward, bowed to Lei Xiao and said, "It seems that those high-level demon puppets that were guardians just now ran out from here."
"The mud warrior and the swamp in the cave? It's kind of interesting."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows and continued to observe.
Through this period of understanding, Lei Xiao has clearly understood.
Whether in ancient ruins with a long history, hidden caves, or in barrier areas, the golem puppets as guardians have different appearances and functions, but there are only two ways to appear.
The first type is the recharging type.
What we have seen so far is that the energy supply magic array that has been set up for a long time will continue to supply magic power, so that these golem puppets that can only last for a period of time can exist for a long time.
I have seen similar situations before in the Winged Human Clan's barrier area.
The second type is the summoning type.
For example, the summoning magic circle I just saw in the Titan ruins this morning.
This kind of magic circle that can summon golem puppets in real time will be automatically triggered after sensing the target.
As long as the summoned golem puppet is not destroyed after the battle, it can be automatically decomposed in the magic circle to wait for the next summons, which is very magical.
Of course, whether it is the first or the second type, it requires the support of a self-contained energy supply magic array to ensure that it is always in a standby state for a long time.
Just when Lei Xiao thought of this, he saw a hint of awe suddenly appeared on Hong Ye's delicate face, and he reminded Lei Xiao: "Lord, there seems to be something wrong with the stone gate in front of you."
"Lord, my subordinates also discovered it."
Huzhang also looked stern and nodded.
Huzhang had just finished speaking, before Lei Xiao could speak.
The giant stone door at the end of the front suddenly began to tremble violently.
As the surrounding stones scattered and cracked, the sound of "rumbling" stones rubbing against each other was heard one after another.
Not long after, the two facades on the left and right of the stone gate turned into two heavy stone knights at least three meters tall. They rode high-headed stone horses and began to charge towards the crowd crazily.
Judging from the powerful aura that the two constantly exude, it is obvious that both of them have reached the fourth level.
For a time, the entire cave was shaken, and the scene was very shocking.
In such a narrow space, facing the charge of two fourth-level golem puppet heavy knights, it is enough to cause an ordinary expedition team that is caught off guard to suffer heavy losses, or even be wiped out!
It's a pity that the other party met Lei Xiao.
"Hong Ye, Knotweed, kill these two aggressive guys."
Lei Xiao's expression remained unchanged, he waved his hand casually and said.
"Yes! Lord!"
The two fifth-level powerhouses touched their chests and saluted together, and both of them disappeared in front of Lei Xiao in a flash.
In mid-air, two piercing cold lights flashed past, accompanied by a sword and a claw.
The two heavy stone knights who were attacking like crazy turned into a pile of rubble and were completely annihilated in the air.
"Lord, this is the weapon dropped by the two stone giants just now."
In the blink of an eye, Huzhang and Hongye had returned to Lei Xiao, handing over a shining tomahawk and an equally brilliant lance.
"It's actually two fourth-level weapons... It's the first time I've seen the golem puppets equipped with real weapons."
Lei Xiao casually put the two trophies into the space bracelet and nodded thoughtfully.
For me who is not short of equipment, this is a new way to enhance my strength.
"I will try it later to see if I can equip the Earth Guardian with better weapons. As for the upgrade of these two weapons, we will wait until the exploration is completed."
Lei Xiao thought this while, surrounded by his subordinates, he started moving forward again.
"The stone golem puppets have relatively high spell resistance, while the clay warriors just now are not afraid of physical attacks. In addition, the two stone knights are equipped with weapons. This cave is a bit interesting. It's really One can’t help but wonder who the master behind it is. ”
Just when Lei Xiao thought about this with great interest, the group walked through the path paved with gravel and arrived at the end of the cave.
Looking at the new passage that appeared in front of him, Lei Xiao smiled faintly at his subordinates and said: "Since the giant stone gate blocking here has fallen into a trap, let us take a closer look. What is hidden behind it? What a scene.”
After finishing speaking, Lei Xiao took the steps of his own exploration.
Walking straight into this new passage, it didn't take long before the eyes of the nine people suddenly became clear again.
This time, what appeared in front of everyone was a rather spacious stone hall.
I saw that this stone hall was only about thirty or forty square meters. Judging from the neatly repaired corners, it was obvious that it had been carefully polished.
On the left hand side of the door, there is an empty low stone display cabinet.
On both sides of the display cabinet, there is a small stone bench. On one of the stone benches, there is a wooden product similar to a shovel.
"What is this?"
Bai Wei curiously walked towards the stone bench, carefully picked up the small shovel on the bench, then put it in front of her nose and smelled it.
Immediately afterwards, a painful expression of one hundred thousand injuries suddenly appeared on her fair face, and she said to Lei Xiao: "Lord, this seems to be a shoehorn..."
"It looks like it was polished by hand."
Looking at Bai Wei's almost fainting expression, Lei Xiao suppressed his laughter and said with a smile: "Bai Wei, it seems you found a shoe cabinet."
"The Lord is right, this is indeed a shoe cabinet."
Ye Cang also walked up to him, pushed the golden eyes on the bridge of his nose, and said thoughtfully: "Judging from the thick dust on it, it has obviously not been used for a long time."
After a detailed investigation, Lei Xiao further discovered.
In this stone hall, apart from the ancient and dusty atmosphere, there are only two simple furnishings: the shoe cabinet and another similar to a coat rack.
There is also a small stone door directly in front of the hall and on both sides.
"Let's go in and have a look."
Lei Xiao nodded to the subordinates, and then, led by Huzhang and Hongye, he pushed open the door on the left first.
This is a slightly smaller stone house than before. Apart from a dusty single stone bed and a large stone cabinet, there is nothing noteworthy about it.
"Lord, isn't this just an ordinary bedroom?"
After Chaoyan walked around the room, he twitched his little nose, blinked his big eyes and said, "No one has lived here for a long time."
"Let's go and have a look at the other two rooms."
Lei Xiao nodded slightly and retreated from the room.
After some further inspections, Lei Xiao discovered.
The other two rooms are a study room with only stone bookshelves and stone seats, and a bathroom connected to the water source in the cave. They both look extremely ordinary.
It was still covered with a lot of dust, and except for the remaining stone furniture, it was all empty, and no useful clues could be found.
"Lord, this seems to be an abandoned hermitage."
After walking out of the bathroom, Ye Cang pushed up the gold-rimmed glasses on the bridge of his nose and muttered: "It can be judged from the layout of the bedroom that there was only one reclusive person here, but the clues in the room are extremely limited and it is impossible to judge. The strength of the Hermit and other valid information.”
"Lord, my subordinates think so too."
Hong Ye took a step forward and reported in a sassy voice: "My subordinates have just used detection techniques to conduct a careful investigation. There are no other secret doors or magic mechanisms here."
“I thought I would find something amazing here!”
Chaoyan's eyebrows were slightly lowered, and she curled her lips and said, "I didn't expect that it was just a secluded cave abandoned by others!"
"But one thing is puzzling."
Bai Wei's fair face was full of confusion, and she asked doubtfully: "If there is nothing here, why are so many powerful demon puppets arranged to guard the outside?"
"Judging from the current situation, there is only one answer, and that is that this hermit cave seems to have some extraordinary special significance for the unidentified hermit."
Lei Xiao frowned and thought for a moment, then rubbed his chin and said thoughtfully: "If it is not what I expected, that mysterious hermit, although his whereabouts are unknown now, will definitely return here again."
"The Lord's analysis makes sense."
Ye Cang, who had his arms wrapped around his chest, then added: "As a recluse who doesn't want to have contact with outsiders, this place is undoubtedly his residence. Even if he travels far away, no one wants to see it. During this period of time away from home, will there be uninvited guests randomly arriving at your residence?”
"So that's it, I understand!"
Bai Wei's delicate face suddenly showed a look of enlightenment.
Then, another trace of worry appeared on her fair cheeks: "Although I don't know the specific strength of the mysterious hermit, judging from the situation of those demon puppets, he must be an expert. If the other party returns once , What should I do if I find out that we have been here before?”
"Don't worry about that."
Lei Xiao waved his hand to signal to Bai Wei that there was no need to be nervous, and said with a faint smile: "Although this place is not very far from the territory in the forest, since the other party has chosen to live in seclusion in such high mountains, it is impossible for him to return here even if he returns. Discover the territory in the forest for the first time”
"After all, the territory still has the disguise of the Tower of Vision, and even the fifth-level powerhouse cannot directly observe it with the naked eye."
Lei Xiao's eyes couldn't help but reveal a hint of sternness, and continued: "Then again, how can I allow others to sleep soundly on the side of the bed? Now that I have discovered this seclusion, I naturally will not ignore it."< br>
Having said this, Lei Xiao looked at the pterosaur knight captain aside and ordered: "Sean, the five nests that have been built should be inhabited by the ownerless sky pterosaurs. As for the lair of your mount dragon and the Just choose a secluded location a little further away for your temporary residence. This place will be under surveillance by you and the ownerless pterosaurs for the time being.”
After hearing Lei Xiao's order, Sean immediately touched his chest and saluted: "I obey! Lord, please rest assured."
For Sean and other pterodactyl knights who have grown up with the sky pterosaurs, they can easily understand the meanings expressed by the sky pterosaurs and can also communicate regularly.
Therefore, it is indeed an excellent way to let these ownerless Sky Winged Dragons monitor this place.
Even if the other party finds out, they will not be suspicious. After all, it is not unusual for the Sky Pterosaur to build a nest in such a dangerous area.
"If anything happens here, be sure to report it to me as soon as possible."
Lei Xiao nodded with satisfaction and gave another instruction.
After everything was arranged, a hint of curiosity appeared on Lei Xiao's face.
"I wonder what race and occupation that mysterious hermit is? What level of strength has he reached? It really makes people curious, who is this person who lives in seclusion here?"
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Thinking of this, Lei Xiao pondered and nodded.
"No matter what, if the other party is willing to obey, then let's do it. If the other party is stubborn, we can only do our best to wipe it out completely."
"After all, there are nearly a thousand direct subordinates and two surrendered races in and around the territory. I will never let them be exposed to this potential threat."
Having made up his mind, Lei Xiao waved his hand and said to the subordinates: "Let's leave here first. Obtaining two fourth-level weapons is already a big gain. When their owner returns, maybe we can get other ideas." Unexpected surprises are still unknown.”
"Yes! Lord!"
The subordinates surrounding Lei Xiao all bowed and responded.
He returned all the way along the original path and left the hidden cave. Lei Xiao, who had just returned to the outside, noticed.
The sky above our heads has become completely dark.
Surrounded by two silver-white half-moons, the stars twinkle, and the deep and shining night sky makes people feel relaxed and happy.
"Sean, all of you come here."
Lei Xiao took a deep breath of the fresh mountain air and called over the other nine pterosaur knights who had been guarding the door.
When the ten pterodactyl knights lined up, Lei Xiao waved his hand, and the surroundings suddenly became sparkling. (End of chapter)