jdhmnovel Chapter 233 The Appearance of the Man in Black Robes
Chapter 233 The Appearance of the Man in Black Robes
A thin mist hangs over the moat, and the water ripples gently, reflecting the faint light on the horizon.
Mo Ming, along with Xiong Da and Meng Ling, was preparing to set off for Fog Hidden Island. Ever since Li Ya brought back information about Fog Hidden Island, Mo Ming had made up his mind to set up the second backup shelter there.
However, Fog Island presents both dangers and opportunities. The island's structure is quite complex, with not only ferocious beasts but also vegetation that is not as simple as it appears on the surface.
Many biological analyzers provide very limited analysis, making it impossible to understand their true nature.
One point that Liya made sent a chill down Mo Ming's spine: if 100 people were placed on Fog Shadow Island without knowing anything about the island, it would be a terrible mistake.
When all 100 people have died, you might find that less than a third of them died at the hands of their own people and ferocious beasts; the majority of the rest probably died from some strange plants.
Because on the island, the presence of ferocious beasts is easy to detect, and you can easily avoid them. However, you can never imagine how those killer plants will suddenly devour you, leaving not even bone fragments behind.
For example, one second you might be urinating under a tree, but the next second you might become the tree's excrement.
Its danger lies in the fact that you can never imagine that it can be dangerous!
But more than anything, he felt anticipation. He looked down at the Demon-Suppressing Sword in his hand; its blade gleamed with a cold light, as if reminding him of the unknown he was about to face.
"Bear, Mengling, get ready to go!" Mo Ming turned around and looked at the two pets behind him.
Xiong Da grinned, revealing a set of white teeth, and patted his chest to indicate that he was fully prepared. Meng Ling nodded slightly, a lively light flashing in her purple pupils.
However, just as Meng Ling was about to take off, a cold wind suddenly swept in, and Mo Ming stopped in his tracks. A sense of unease rose in his heart, and then the Demon-Suppressing Sword appeared in his right hand.
His gaze swept forward, and from the thin mist ahead, a figure slowly emerged.
The man was dressed in a black robe with a hood hanging low, and his face was covered by a mask, revealing only a pair of cold eyes that seemed to pierce through people's hearts.
Mo Ming's heart sank, and his grip on the sword tightened involuntarily. Although he couldn't see the person's face, he subconsciously felt that he had seen this person somewhere before.
His gaze warily fixed on the man in black, he tentatively asked, "Who are you? Why are you blocking my way?"
The man in black robes did not answer, nor did he make any movement; he simply stood there quietly, like a black statue.
Mo Ming's brows furrowed even more, and alarm bells rang in his mind.
A simple life?
The Four Great Ghost Lords?
Sky Island natives?
Endless abyss?
Holy crap, could it be the Killing Buddha himself?
Various possibilities flashed through his mind, but no matter which one it was, the aura emanating from the other party made him feel uneasy.
"Who exactly are you?" Mo Ming asked again, his tone carrying a hint of suppressed anger, but more so an attempt to control his emotions.
However, the man in black remained silent, as if he hadn't heard Mo Ming's question at all.
Mo Ming's heart began to race, and his palms started to sweat slightly.
He wasn't unfamiliar with danger, but the aura emanating from the man in black robes before him gave him a strange sense of oppression, even a feeling of powerlessness.
It was as if the other party was a ferocious beast lurking in the shadows, ready to pounce and tear him apart at any moment.
"Bear, Mengling, be careful, prepare for battle." Mo Ming whispered to his pets beside him, his gaze never leaving the man in black robes.
He tried to find a flaw in the other's movements, but the man in black stood straight, like an unshakeable mountain.
Just as Mo Ming was about to speak again, the man in black robes suddenly moved.
He raised one hand, his palm slightly twisting, and the ground around him immediately trembled. A fist-sized rock flew into the air, whistling as it hurtled straight towards Mo Ming.
"coming!"
Mo Ming was startled. Without thinking, he quickly swung the Demon-Suppressing Sword, holding it horizontally in front of him.
"Clang!" The stone slammed into the sword, sparks flying everywhere. The tremendous impact made Mo Ming's arm go numb, and he involuntarily took a half step back.
The man in black robes smiled slightly, seemingly satisfied with Mo Ming's disheveled state.
He raised his hand again, and this time, even more stones flew up from the ground, densely packed and of varying sizes, like a rain of stones hurtling towards Mo Ming.
"Big Bear, Mengling!"
Mo Ming shouted, and Xiong Da and Meng Ling instantly transformed into huge figures, blocking Mo Ming's path.
The stones struck them with dull thuds, but could not cause them any harm. The bear roared, baring its teeth, and slammed its fist into the ground, sending spikes of earth instantly hurtling towards the black-robed man.
However......
The earth spikes vanished mysteriously as they struck the man in black, as if they had never existed.
Seeing this, Mo Ming's surprise and panic intensified.
"Damn it, let's go for it!"
With a flick of his left hand, the Six Directions Seal quietly appeared, and spiritual energy rapidly circulated, causing the temperature in the air to rise sharply.
A huge fireball silently condensed above the black-robed man's head, burning fiercely and radiating intense heat.
"Fireblast Star Mark!"
Mo Ming roared, and the fireball hurtled straight at the man in black robes like a meteor. The fireball tore through the air, carrying destructive power as it hurtled towards the man in black robes.
The man in black robes looked up at the fireball, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Immediately, he took a light step, and his figure vanished from the spot. The fireball crashed into the ground, unleashing a deafening roar. Flames scattered, and a huge crater was blasted into the ground.
"So fast!"
Mo Ming was startled and quickly searched for the figure of the man in black robes.
Just then, he felt a chill come from behind. The man in black robes had appeared behind him, conjuring a black energy blade in his hand, which he thrust straight at Mo Ming's back.
......
the other side.
After several days of exploration on the island, Mei Chuan and his men finally chose a secluded valley as their base.
This valley is surrounded by mountains on all sides, with only a narrow path for passage. Its terrain is treacherous, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack. A clear stream flows through the valley, providing ample water, while the surrounding forests offer resources for logging and cover.
"This is our base on the island."
Mei Chuan stood in the center of the valley, surveying his surroundings, a glint of satisfaction in his eyes. His men immediately sprang into action, commencing construction work according to his instructions.
"Ah Hu, come here for a second!"
"What's wrong, Mei-ge?"
"How's the matter going with what I asked you to do?"
"Don't worry, Brother Mei, the island isn't big. I've already scouted the surrounding area with my men, and we've set up sentries in several directions. We'll report it immediately if anyone gets close," Ah Hu said confidently, patting his chest.
"Yes, well done! Also, send a small boat with someone carrying binoculars to keep an eye on that floating island and report any unusual activity immediately."
"it is good!"
"Remember, stay far away, don't get spotted!"
Ah Hu nodded and left.
After Ah Hu left, Mei Chuan turned on his bracelet and made a phone call.
"Hey, where are your people...?"