Chapter 1137: Chapter 877, Skeleton Inheriting Profession_3 Chapter 1137: Chapter 877, Skeleton Inheriting Profession_3 The person at the front, clad in deep blue attire embroidered with golden threads in various patterns, was a dwarf whose hands were clasped behind him as he stepped down from the ship.
His stature was not particularly short, yet his body was exceptionally sturdy. Beneath the tight clothing, the contours of his muscles were visible.
His hair was tied back, and his long, dense red beard was plaited into several thick braids, adorned with glittering gems and metallic ornaments.
The pupils of Xi Ligui and others shrank at the sight before them, and from the man's appearance and posture, they guessed his identity.
Xi Ligui quickly stepped forward, respectfully saying, “Gold and Silver Island Deacon Xi Ligui greets Dwarf Leader Bruno!”
The head of the delegation, Hunter Leader, Rock Warhammer – Bruno Baldeck.
The people following him heard the title Leader and immediately assumed a more serious expression, promptly saluting in unison.
The dwarf's demeanor carried an imposing authority, and his presence bore a strength much like that of a mountain.
Some professionals of lower levels struggled to control their trembling legs, for fear of being ridiculed by their peers upon their return.
His gaze swept over everyone present, and his brow furrowed again, “Who is Wu Heng?”
Andre Willow, somewhat nervous, stepped forward with gritted teeth, respectfully saying, “Lord Island Master is on his way.”
The Dwarf Leader's eyes narrowed instantly, his furrowed brow giving his face an even more severe look.
He snorted coldly, “Is he on his way, or has he fled?”
Personnel from the city hall side were now trembling, drenched in sweat.
Xi Ligui wanted to step forward to speak up, but Shi Yali pulled on the hem of her clothing from behind.
A few words would not solve the problem.
Speaking now would only make the Investigation Team feel that the local association has a very close relationship with the Island Lord's Mansion.
That would only lead to more trouble in the future.
Upon mentioning Wu Heng, Andre Willow's tone also became somewhat defiant, “If Lord Island Master wanted to run, he would have done so long ago. Since he has waited until now, he certainly won't be as you suggested.”
The Dwarf Leader looked surprisingly at the fox woman before him, then squeezed out a smile on his face, “You do have some guts. With Lilith guarding Gold and Silver Island, I also don't believe he would flee. Let's go, we'll head inside first.”
The crowd moved together towards the interior of the island.
Xi Ligui quickened her pace, walking beside the Dwarf Leader, allowing Andre Willow to fall slightly behind.
“Leader, the association has prepared accommodations, let me take you there first.”
The Dwarf Leader ignored her and simply said to the people behind him, “Go to your designated posts, return to the association before dark.”
“Yes!” the remaining members of the Investigation Team immediately dispersed.
They set off to investigate their respective pre-arranged areas as though following a planned strategy.
Only then did the Dwarf Leader turn to Xi Ligui, “Take us to the West City Area.”
Xi Ligui's eyes narrowed; these people had a map of the island, or to be precise, they already knew the general layout of Gold and Silver Island.
They also knew that upon landing on the isle, they intended to start their investigation right away.
Unable to change anything, after preparing the carriage, she said, “Leader, please!”
The Dwarf Leader boarded the carriage and sped towards the West City Area.
Gold and Silver Island, West City Area.
This was the industrial area where factories were clustered, including pen-making, watch-making, and clothing manufacturing, among several other transferred facilities, all arranged in this section.
The Dwarf Leader stood in the shade of a tree and waited, as several Investigation Team members who released scouting scrolls returned.
“Leader, there is a large number of necromantic creatures inside these buildings.”
“On our side, we also found Necromancy, in large numbers.”
“We detected it over here as well.”
They each reported back.
The gist of their reports was the same– they found a large number of necromantic creatures inside, without a trace of any living beings.
This outcome caused the Dwarf Leader's expression to darken as well.
He did not believe that there would be results on the first day of their arrival on the island, yet the place they were at warranted suspicion.
From behind the team, Andre Willow called out, “Leader, this is a factory; inside are skeleton workers.”
Apart from the initial reception at the port, personnel from the city hall no longer had the privilege to approach the Leader and the Investigation Team.
The Dwarf Leader looked towards the factory area straight ahead, “Let's go in and inspect.”
“Leader, we're not allowed to enter,” Andre Willow shouted from a distance.
Xi Ligui also followed up, “Leader, these skeletons guard this place and have never allowed anyone to approach. Should we wait for the Island Master to return and have him take us…?”
The Dwarf Leader paid no heed and continued to move forward with a few others.
Bang bang bang~!
As they neared the fence, gunfire suddenly erupted violently.
Bullets dug into the ground in front of the group as a warning.
“Hmph! Take control of them,” ordered the Dwarf Leader.
Whoosh~!
Someone threw out a whip vine, which upon contacting the fence transformed into tendrils like tentacles, binding the skeletons manning the machine guns and rifles.
Swoosh swoosh~!
Several more figures swooped up onto the wall, subduing the skeletons, with one of them pocketing a rifle from a skeleton.
Xi Ligui instructed someone beside her, “Go call for Lilith Leader.”
Shi Yali nodded and left quickly.
Thump thump thump~!
More skeletons converged towards this location.
On the Investigation Team's side, several figures charged towards the skeletons, aiming to take control before the other side could react.
Suddenly, a streak of light flashed across the sky.
In the blink of an eye, one of the advancing figures was catapulted backward like a missile.
Then, several others were flung to the sides, crashing into walls and sturdy tree trunks.
Wu Heng's figure immediately followed, looking at the Investigation Team and then at the dwarf in front of him, saying, “Dwarf Leader Bruno, have you found evidence of my crime? Just arrived on the island and already wanting to kill my skeleton guards?”
The Dwarf Leader scrutinized him, “Wu Heng?”
Wu Heng didn't speak but continued to look at him as if waiting for an answer.
“What? You don't want us to investigate?” the Dwarf Leader said, eyeing him.
Wu Heng responded calmly, “I can take you in, but you cannot force your way through.”
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