jdhmnovel Chapter 46 Exploring the Deeper Cave Again, The Sword of Revenge
Chapter 46 Exploring the Deeper Cave Again, The Sword of Revenge
Yuan Bao and Xiao 9 returned with a full load. The moment they stepped out of the misty forest, the sun shone on them, warm and cozy, as if cheering for their victory.
Yuan Bao gently stroked the brand-new level 50 top-tier sword in her hand. The blade gleamed coldly, as if telling the story of the passionate journey that was about to begin. Her heart was filled with ambition and she secretly vowed to make that level 4 poisonous mist spider taste the power of this sword.
After returning to the villa and resting for a while...
She turned to Little 9, her eyes sparkling with excitement: "Little 9, let's get ready. We're going to meet that big spider. I want to see if it can still hold its own against me now!"
Little 9 twirled happily in the air and echoed, "Alright, Master! With this precious sword and new skills by your side, that giant spider is definitely no match for you. This time we will surely return in triumph."
Yuan Bao took a deep breath and began to carefully inspect the equipment.
She put on the level 35 poison-resistant cloth armor she had worn before. Although this cloth armor might be slightly inferior when facing level 4 poison mist spiders, it was better than nothing and could at least resist some of the poison's corrosive effects.
He then checked the supplies in his backpack one by one to make sure there were enough antidotes and recovery pills before nodding in satisfaction.
With everything ready, Yuan Bao and Xiao 9 stepped into the mysterious cave once again.
As soon as he entered, the familiar damp and decaying smell hit him, but Yuan Bao seemed oblivious. With a determined look in his eyes and a steady gait, he walked straight into the depths of the cave.
Along the way, those novice poisonous mist spiders and vampire bats that once filled her with fear are now nothing more than small fry in her eyes.
She unleashed the "Phantom Web Step," her figure as swift as lightning. Wherever she passed, monsters were easily slain before they could even react, their experience points merging into her body.
Before long, they arrived at the place where they had fought the Level 4 Poison Mist Spider last time.
Yuan Bao looked around. There were still some traces of the battle on the ground, the "marks of shame" left by her underestimation of her opponent last time. Now, she was going to avenge herself here.
"Little 9, stay alert. We'll stick to our plan. You distract it first," Yuan Bao whispered, gripping his sword tightly, the blade trembling slightly, as if it too was eager for the battle.
Little 9 quickly rushed forward, unleashing a series of dazzling skills in an attempt to attract the attention of the level 4 poison mist spider.
The spider was indeed enraged. Its massive body shook violently as it moved rapidly toward Little 9. Each step caused the ground to tremble slightly, and the venom dripping from its mouth corroded the ground, leaving pungent grooves.
Yuan Bao seized the opportunity and used the "Phantom Web Weaving Step" to move around to the side of the spider like a ghost.
At this moment, her movements were fluid and graceful, completely different from before.
She raised her sword high, brimming with rage and unwavering determination, and plunged it fiercely into the spider's abdomen.
With a soft "plop," the sword easily pierced the spider's hard exoskeleton, and dark green blood gushed out.
The level-four poisonous mist spider, in pain, let out a shrill scream and violently swung its serrated legs, sweeping wildly towards Yuan Bao.
Yuan Bao remained calm and dodged to the side, easily avoiding the attack using the agility of the "Phantom Web Weaving Step". At the same time, he released the web in his hand, precisely covering the spider's long legs and restricting its movement.
"Hmph, I won't let you succeed this time!" Yuan Bao snorted coldly, his sword flashing as he stabbed at the spider's vital parts with each strike.
Despite its desperate struggle, the spider was completely suppressed by Yuan Bao's new skills and sword, and gradually began to show signs of fatigue.
During the fierce battle, Yuan Bao was also splashed with venom sprayed by the spider, and a burning pain shot through his arm.
She gritted her teeth and endured the pain, quickly taking out the antidote from her backpack and swallowing it. After a moment, the pain lessened considerably.
"Master, keep going! It's almost done for!" Little 9 shouted from the side, while constantly harassing the spider with her skills to create better attack opportunities for Yuan Bao.
Yuan Bao's eyes grew increasingly sharp. She aimed at the spider's neck, one of its most vulnerable spots, and with all her might, she plunged the sword deep into it.
With a deafening roar, the Level 4 Poison Mist Spider crashed to the ground, its massive body raising a cloud of dust.
"We succeeded!" Yuan Bao shouted excitedly, raising his sword high, his face beaming with the joy of victory.
Little 9 also flew over excitedly, circling around Yuan Bao.
The system notification sounded immediately afterward, congratulating Yuan Bao on obtaining 1000 points, valuable materials, and a brand new skill – Toxin Extraction.
Yuan Bao checked the skill details and found that this skill could extract toxins from monsters and make them into special poisons, which could be used to attack enemies or make defensive potions. It might have unexpected effects at crucial moments.
"Little 9, this time we've really reaped a lot!" Yuan Bao said excitedly, pocketing all the spoils.
Little 9 nodded in agreement: "Yes, my lord! This is all you deserve. You see, as long as we don't give up, we can overcome all difficulties."
After a short rest and to regain his composure, Yuan Bao led Xiao 9 to continue exploring the depths of the cave.
As they ventured deeper, they discovered mysterious runes and ancient ruins they had never seen before.
Curious, Yuan Bao stepped forward and carefully studied the runes. Relying on the knowledge she had accumulated in the game and her understanding of the real world, she gradually deciphered some of the information.
These runes actually record an ancient legend: deep within the cave lies a divine artifact capable of altering the course of the game world, but it also carries immense danger. Countless adventurers have come to search for it, only to return empty-handed.
“Little 9, do you think this legend might be true? Should we go and find out?” Yuan Bao’s eyes sparkled with curiosity and a sense of adventure.
Little 9 hesitated: "My lord, this sounds too dangerous. We just went through a great battle. Why don't we go back first, make more preparations, and then come back?"
Yuan Bao thought for a moment and shook his head: "No, Xiao 9, this is a rare opportunity. We've come this far, how can we give up halfway?"
I have a feeling that if we're careful, we'll definitely reap some rewards.
So, following the guidance of the runes, Yuan Bao and Xiao 9 carefully made their way to the deepest part of the cave.
Along the way, they encountered all sorts of complex traps and mechanisms.
First, they entered a passage filled with spikes. Yuan Bao used the agility of "Phantom Net Step" to leap and dart among the spikes, risking being pricked all over if he was not careful. Then, the ground suddenly collapsed, forming a huge abyss. Yuan Bao threw out his Mind Net in time and hooked it onto the rocks on the other side, barely escaping disaster.
After overcoming numerous difficulties, they finally arrived at the legendary place.
Before them was a huge stone platform, on which sat a box emitting a mysterious light. The box was surrounded by a powerful energy shield, clearly to protect what was inside.
Yuan Bao stepped forward, attempting to break the shield. She mobilized all her spiritual power, combining it with the skills and knowledge she had learned before. After a difficult effort, the shield finally dissipated slowly.
With trembling hands, Yuan Bao opened the box, and a bright light instantly illuminated the entire cave.
The box contained the legendary artifact – the Time-Space Key.
Yuan Bao picked up the key and examined it closely. He saw that the key was covered with intricate patterns and shimmered with a strange light, as if it contained endless power.
The system notification sounded at the right time, informing Yuan Bao that the Key of Time and Space could open hidden dimensions in the game world, which contained top-level equipment, rare skill books, and a wealth of treasures. However, each time it was opened, it would consume a large number of points, and the time spent inside was limited.
In addition, the Time-Space Key can also unlock fast lanes for game missions.
The Time-Space Key is available for sale.
"Little 9, we've really hit the jackpot this time!" Yuan Bao's voice trembled with excitement.
Little 9 excitedly added, "Yes, Master! With this key, we'll definitely be able to reach new heights in the game."
Yuan Bao carefully put the Key of Time and Space back into the box and put it in his pocket, then left the cave with Little 9.