Chapter 35 The Gate of Myth

Abner felt that his body and mind gradually settled and became peaceful, entering a state of half-dream and half-awake, and his consciousness became chaotic.

Once again, just like the night after he returned from the first floor of the "Dream Maze Tower", he walked in the dark among the clumps of night herbs and sleep flowers, until he bumped into a man with the smell of "Daniel Hydrosol" Body.

He didn't know how long it had passed in this hazy state, and he didn't know exactly what he had experienced. But when Abner woke up again, he found that he had returned home and was lying on his bed, as if his previous experience of going to Harvest Church was gone. Just a dream.

But he sensed something immediately, and when he looked down, he saw a dark star-shaped gemstone lying quietly in the middle of his chest. No, it was more like "embedded" in it, and it was also connected to his forehead. The fine red lines left by the "Blessing of the God of Beauty" on the face are vaguely connected.

Seeing this, Abner looked thoughtful, then opened his "Pure White Eyes" and "analyzed" it. "Although its 'principle' and 'function' cannot be fully understood, it can generally be confirmed that this thing is related to the authority of 'darkness' and 'secret'

“But how to use it specifically cannot be ‘analyzed’.

This is most likely due to ‘secretness’!

"So...I just saw the goddess again in my dream

"No, it should be said that the goddess led me into a special dream again.

"Last time it was to give me a reward...what is it for this time?

"And why did he send me home directly...Well, look at the time, it's already early morning, not far from the time we made an appointment with Edwina

"Lilith had something to do, so the goddess, as an ally, came to receive me.

"In addition, when Will suggested that I come to Harvest Church, he showed a rather 'weird' smile... What was the reason for this?"

Fumbling for the black gem on his chest, Abner's expression became even more puzzled. After a long while, he sighed and thought to himself: "Why do beings involved in the power of 'destiny' love to be the Riddler so much?"

“Compared to Lilith, the goddess’ actions are even more unpredictable!

"Of course, Lilith's favor and love for me are probably more superficial... She may want to use this to increase her humanity, or she may have some deeper plan.

"After all, how can an ancient god who has survived from the Second Age to this day be really limited by emotions?

"But no matter whether this friendship is true or false, since I have received benefits, I must repay them sooner or later.

In the basement of Harvest Church.

The "Goddess of Beauty" Lilith, who had silver hair and silver eyes and was wearing the red dress prepared by Abner when he came to Harvest Church last night, looked at the gradually receding "darkness" in the prayer hall and tilted her head "unhappily".

At the same time, a voice like a lullaby suddenly sounded:

"He has attained divinity and is in communication with there, even with the robe

"Before he is promoted to an angel, the body you got from him cannot have too much close contact with him.

“It will upset the balance.

"Whether it's him or you

"You should still remember the lessons learned during Lamia's experiment."

Lilith listened quietly and was silent for a while, then asked: "What about you?"

"The 'pollution' I have received is far less than you..." After more than ten seconds, the voice that made people feel physically and mentally calm appeared again, "And, I have said long ago that using feelings to create a 'tie' will make him From life to life, he gradually developed a self that was different from his own, and finally made up his mind to control his sleeves.

“There are many specific ways to achieve this goal, and it does not necessarily require too much close contact. Sometimes it is better to maintain a sense of mystery and distance appropriately.

"You have never been a real human being. Even if you have Lamia's experience, it is just a 'simulation'. You can only arouse his desire through temptation. This has a certain effect, but it cannot make him have too deep feelings.

"At this point, 'knowledge' and even his friends in this life can do better than you!"

Lilith pondered for a moment and spoke again: "What do I lack?"

"Sincerity as a human being!" As this phrase came, the "darkness" completely dissipated, and the sunlight also shone into the church along the glass windows.

In the land abandoned by the gods, lightning streaked across the sky, illuminating the stacks of gray buildings in front of them.

"Demon Hunter" Colin with two swords on his back. Iliad pointed to the opposite side and said:

"That's Afternoon Town."

His neglected gray hair swayed in the wind blowing through the wilderness.

So fast... Derrick, who was carrying the "Hurricane Ax", sighed in surprise.

He was immediately relieved, thinking that this was reasonable, because the Giant Royal Court itself was located in the area near Silver City, and PM Town was one of the nodes connecting the two sides.

With the help of lightning that illuminated the dark night, he could clearly see the appearance of the town in the afternoon. It was built at the foot of the mountain and was naturally divided into upper, middle and lower levels. Although it was said to be a town, it was actually no smaller than most of the ruins found in Silver City.

On the other side of the town, a strange mountain peak collapsed and broke into several pieces, quietly scattered into a large area, which was full of architectural ruins with no original style.

The only thing that still retains some complete structure is a half-collapsed tower, which stands on the largest ruins of the mountain and is connected to the stairs to the middle level of the afternoon town, making it a good ready-made stronghold.

"That's why the tower bar that little Jack got is indeed a good place to stay. No wonder they rested there in the first place.

"However, even if you don't count the fallen floating city, this town is completely different from what is described in the textbook... Derrick suddenly recalled the knowledge he learned in history class.

According to the records of Silver City, Afternoon Town is the gate that separates reality and myth. Humans and giants live together. There are nights and days here, but all days are in the "afternoon" state, regardless of heavy fog, heavy rain, or ice and snow. , can't cover up the relatively fierce sunlight, but at this time, the place is dark and gray. Even if it is illuminated by lightning, it lacks light and is lifeless.

Derrick, who held the ax handle tightly and had two miniature suns in his eyes, walked beside the exploration team and followed "Chief" Colin step by step into Afternoon Town.

This place has been cleaned once during the initial exploration. The streets are covered with traces of rotten flesh and dried pus. It is quiet and there is no sound.

"Be careful. As a mythical gate, there are many strange monsters hiding in the darkness here." Iliad did not look down on Colin, who had old scars on his face. He drew out one of the two swords on his back with his backhand, and the silver light on the sword was restrained.

This is the gate of mythology... I remember Mr. "Tower" once accidentally mentioned that all places with the meaning of "door" should not be ignored, because there may be some deep secrets or dangers hidden there.

Combined with the reminder given by Mr. "Tower" through Mr. "Fool" before we set off

The other layer of weird and dangerous town he mentioned is the danger hidden here.

Just when he thought of this, Derrick suddenly saw an altar in a residential house with three names on it:

“Ourolius;

“Medici;

"Sasril."

Isn't Ourolius the name of the "Angel of Destiny"? "Mr. Fool" mentioned that Medici is also the King of Angels, and Saslier is another Derrick suddenly felt excited and frightened, and quickly turned around , I want to invite my companions to watch together.

But as far as he could see, the entrance to the house was empty and dark, and Haim and Joshua who were supposed to be following behind were missing! I entered the other side of the "door" and entered another layer of weird and terrifying town.

Byam, in the basement of Aroma Manor.

As the circular firelight lit up, Edwina appeared on the "Teleportation Altar" wearing a rather simple white shirt and a pair of equally simple brown trousers.

She smiled slightly at Abner, who had been waiting here, her light blue eyes full of excitement and expectation.

"Are you ready?" Abner asked with a smile.

"Ready

"The result of the prophecy is not bad." Edwina affirmed.

"Then let's set off immediately!"

After saying that, Abner took off his clothes generously, and then used the "secret technique" composed of the "Druid" ability to transform into a "giant bear".

This secret technique is inspired by the former "Tears of Lilith"

The ruins are deep underground. If you don't want to attract official attention, it is more convenient to use the "giant bear" form to "sneak underground".

Seeing this, Edwina, who had previously exchanged the secret technique of "turning into a bear" with Abner, pursed her lips and reached out to unbutton her collar.

After a while, as the ground softened and turned into a "swamp," the two giant bears sank quickly as if they were falling into the sea.