Chapter 1021: Chapter 814, how were you caught so quickly? Chapter 1021: Chapter 814, how were you caught so quickly? Both were dragged by skeletons into different prison cells and shoved into heavy shackles.
Then, skeleton after skeleton entered the cell.
Wielding one-handed battle axes, the hollow eye sockets stared at the experimental subjects under surveillance.
The Intelligence Minister shouted, “Wu Heng, have you forgotten the kingdom's protection over you? If it weren't for Black Stone Town, you wouldn't have even had the chance to grow.”
“You should be grateful for the opportunity to stand out, and you should be even more thankful to the kingdom and His Highness the Prince.”
“You can come back with me, assist the Second Prince in reclaiming the throne, and with the kingdom as your foundation, reaching level 18 or even becoming a hero won't be a problem.”
From next door, the voice of the Commander echoed, “Right, Wu Heng, you can come back with us. You are also a member of the kingdom.”
Regarding Wu Heng's identity, the Intelligence Minister knew quite a bit, aware that he had lived in Black Stone Town for a while.
However, it seemed that he was not aware of Wu Heng's experiences in Black Stone Town.
It was also apparent that the Intelligence Minister reacted quickly.
Finding the connection between himself and the Yeko Kingdom, he also attempted to persuade him to assist the Second Prince in taking back the throne.
Wu Heng stood at the door, watching the skeletons shackle them and start guarding.
He casually said, “Forget going back, but I can tell you why we captured you.”
Both of them stopped shouting.
Wu Heng continued, “In Lundham City, we caught an 18th-level assassin. During the interrogation, he mentioned you 'Blaise,' otherwise I wouldn't even know who you are.”
The Intelligence Minister's face darkened, “Damn it!”
Next door, the thief who had been quietly listening to the conversation from the outside suddenly changed color, and immediately shouted at the door, “You're full of shit! I didn't say that!”
“Blaise, don't believe him. He's trying to drive a wedge between us.”
“Wu Heng, quit playing these tricks.”
Loudly speaking, the thief's voice came through from next door.
Wu Heng shrugged and said to the two newcomers, “By the way, he is in the next cell.”
The Intelligence Minister and the Commander, both narrowed their eyes.
It seemed the plan in Lundham City had already failed, and it just hadn't reached them yet.
“Wu Heng, what exactly do you want to do?” asked the Intelligence Minister in a cold voice.
Wu Heng looked towards the two. “Where is the Second Prince? Tell me his exact location, and I can make sure you are more comfortable.”
Both of them remained silent.
The Intelligence Minister said, “We don't know, and even if you use necromancy to interrogate us, you won't get any results.”
“Then who would know?”
The Intelligence Minister instantly shut up, not speaking further.
“The old men from the Secret Cultivation Hall?” Wu Heng asked.
The Intelligence Minister's eyes became more focused, even more surprised that Wu Heng knew about this.
Wu Heng did not continue on this topic but instead asked, “Here's an easy question! Where do the Phantom Train tickets come from?”
With some hesitation, the Intelligence Minister said, “The higher-ups have a magical prop that can produce these tickets, but the quantity is limited. Only one or two can be distributed around each month.”
“Do you mean the Second Prince when you say higher-ups?”
“I can't be sure of that. It's just distributed from above. I don't know who has the prop that produces the tickets,” said the Intelligence Minister.
Wu Heng nodded, “Your answer isn't very credible, but I am satisfied with your attitude. Get him something to eat for tonight.”
After saying that, Wu Heng immediately left the room, “Shut the door, keep a close watch on them. If they attempt to escape or break the chains, kill them on the spot.”
Clang, clang!
The two iron doors closed, cutting off the outside world.
The skeletons guarding inside simultaneously stepped forward, their hollow eye sockets staring intently at their targets.
After Wu Heng had left and the sound of his footsteps had faded,
The Intelligence Minister said towards the door, “Klesis, are you locked up here too?”
Despite the iron doors, the faint sound could still pass through–the hearing of high-level professionals far exceeded that of ordinary people.
“I was captured in Lundham City,” said the thief from next door.
“Tell me about the situation here,” the Intelligence Minister spoke again.
Taking a deep breath, the thief then said, “This is a necromancer's research base. Sometimes, there are sounds of animals howling and struggling. I suspect this is a location around Lundham City. There are many skeletons guarding outside. Where were you caught?”
“Nirali City!” said the Intelligence Minister.
“Impossible, he was still here last night,” the thief exclaimed loudly.
The Intelligence Minister's tone remained calm, “He must have used a Phantom Train ticket. He cares a lot about this.”
The thief insisted, “No, what I mean is, using the Phantom Train to travel back and forth would consume most of the time. What's the deal with you two?”
Aside from the travel time, there wouldn't even be half a day's time in Nirali City.
“They've caught two Level 18s just like that?”
“He was able to disguise himself and tricked us into leaving,” said the Commander in a heavy voice.
Inside the Mansion, they had discussed just this matter and analyzed the methods of disguise used by the other party.
They were indeed effective and had even deceived Level 18 professionals, making the person even more terrifying than the rumors suggested.
“Were you experimented on?” asked the Intelligence Minister.
“I was forced to consume a type of flesh, like some animal's brain, which contained strong toxins, but after absorption, it greatly enhanced my body,” said the thief before continuing, “I suspect he was using me as an experimental material.”
This outcome made the other two think of the Strengthening Potions sold on Gold and Silver Island.
Although their location was somewhat far from Gold and Silver Island, they had heard of this strange Elixir.
It appeared that the Elixir's ingredients were developed from this very place.
Perhaps they could find the formula here.
With this Elixir, they would have no worries about food and drink.
The Intelligence Minister continued to ask, “Is there a way out?”
“Currently there isn't one, but we can be sure that the method of experimentation won't let us die too quickly, so we can find a way out bit by bit,” said the thief.
Creak~!
At that moment, the door to the Intelligence Minister's room opened, and a skeleton brought in some bread and sausage.
It was the reward Wu Heng had promised for the information.
The door closed again.
Yet no one continued speaking, and all three prison cells fell silent at the same time.
Back in the surveillance room.
Xiao Xiao also hurried back, as if he had overheard some secret, saying, “Uncle, they are saying the prison is built near Lundham City and they are discussing how to escape.”
“Did they come up with any methods?” asked Wu Heng.
“No, that thief said there is currently no danger and that they can slowly figure out a way to get out,” Xiao Xiao said from the other side.
He was mistaken about that, tomorrow it would not be the Corpse Core but a direct injection of the virus.
Whether one could survive was really uncertain.
“Don't mind them, as long as they can't escape, that's fine,” said Wu Heng.
“Mmm-hmm!” Xiao Xiao nodded.
Then, Wu Heng took out the Intelligence Minister's Space Ring, put it on his hand, and took out the items one by one.
Perhaps because he held a civilian job, the items in the Space Ring weren't as cluttered as those of the Commander.
Money, daily necessities, some documents and files, as well as weapons and equipment.
Wu Heng's gaze fell upon the weapons and equipment.
[Whirlwind Strong Crossbow (Special Item)]
[Effect: When the arrow hits the target, it emits a screeching sound, causing the target to fall into a state of dizziness and confusion.]
[Side Effect: The user loses their hearing.]
(Description: A weapon that brings agony to both the user and the target.)
This was a Strong Crossbow, elegant and archaic in appearance.
It was clear that the Intelligence Minister had maintained this weapon very well.
Its effect could make an arrow's target fall into dizziness and confusion.
It felt like a Magic Arrow.
The side effect was the loss of hearing, which was quite serious on the battlefield.
Others would have all senses open, fearful of any danger, while here, one sense would be completely lost.
But no matter how one looked at it, it was still a Special Item, worth seeing who would use it.
The rest, including armor, boots, and mantles, were all Magical Props with various defensive and amplifying effects, all quite good.
In addition to these, there were also two tickets for the Phantom Train; indeed there was no Prop that produced tickets as mentioned.
“Isn't there a Special Item for making tickets?” Glenda asked from the side.
“No, he said it's more likely to be in someone else's hands, probably the Second Prince's,” said Wu Heng.
“That's possible! A Special Item that can produce tickets seems very handy; it would be best to obtain it.”
“Mmm!” Wu Heng nodded.
He casually stored everything on the table and then took out all the documents brought back from the Intelligence Minister's office.
With a somewhat eager smile, he said, “Glenda, Bella, it's up to you now. See if there are any important clues.”
“What about you? You have a clone, right? Use six and look together,” said Glenda.
“It's dark now, I'm still alive, so it's time to sleep.”
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