Chapter 651 - 366: Corpse Water (Double-Length)
The sky continued to be drizzly, yet unlike usual, it was not filled with the faint roars and stench of monsters, leaving only coldness and silence.
The monsters in the ocean at this moment were almost completely cleared away.
However, the source of the pollution still remained; Hive Reef Mountain was merely an outpost-like existence, and their resurgence was only a matter of time.
But Rogel did not rush to find the source, instead returning to Ozuric Island.
Upon seeing Rogel’s return, Zidong and others naturally came to inquire about the situation.
If Rogel had completely eliminated the source of the pollution, that would certainly be the best outcome.
"Hurry up and build a big ship."
"When I return, we’ll leave this place."
To this, Rogel simply shook his head and said.
Earlier, after slaying the polluted Moqueto, besides some items of little use to him, he acquired a drop of [Thin Filthy Corpse Water].
This item was of considerable grade, reaching the Angel Level.
Moreover, according to the explanation, this item was the direct cause of Moqueto’s pollution and came from the source of the pollution.
This gave Rogel a slight premonition in his heart.
Perhaps the crisis in the Five Great Seas was not something he could easily solve at present.
Thus, the only option was to find a way to relocate the rest of the people on Ozuric Island.
"Even you cannot resolve it?"
Zidong felt somewhat incredulous; even such a mighty Rogel had no assurance, making it harder to imagine what the source of pollution in the Five Great Seas could be.
Nevertheless, since Rogel had already spoken, he could only sigh and prepare to discuss and act with the others.
However, before leaving, Zidong still asked Rogel a question.
"Captain Rogel... what about the other ships that left the Five Great Seas with you back then?"
Zidong asked.
Actually, he already had some answers in his heart.
To this, Rogel did not conceal: "Some are still alive."
But they are in an extremely distant sea region... The rest of this thought, Rogel did not say out loud.
The transmission via the Penance Strait was highly random; being placed in the nearby Yudona Sea was already considered lucky.
"I see." Zidong nodded, not asking further.
Such a result was already considered good.
At least the purpose of the Fire Seed Ship was accomplished.
Since this was the case, they should pursue their own paths.
The Five Great Seas were indeed their homeland, but since they could not save the current situation, staying here would be waiting for death.
Rogel’s appearance was already a miracle for them...
"Where are you going next?" Lina held Rogel’s hand and asked.
"To the Mysterious Rift." Rogel turned to her, smiled, and said, "It’s the place I previously dived into; Old Man Yao Ding is inside, and it’s so beautiful."
"How about you come along?"
"Sure." Lina’s eyes lit up, blinking, and she hugged Rogel’s arm.
"Ah?" Noemi listened with envy, "Captain, I want to go too!"
Upon hearing her words, Rogel secretly glared at her.
How could this girl have no sense, wanting to join in on everything fun!
Then, Rogel pretended not to hear, and the Black Tide rose, enveloping him and Lina as they disappeared.
"Damn, the captain is so annoying!"
Noemi felt so angry that her ears stood up and her tail stiffened.
But soon, she seemed to recall something, her brow furrowed slightly.
...
Things are not what they used to be.
Previously, Rogel needed to rely on the Gelin to reach certain places, but now he could reach them with a few leaps.
Arriving above the ocean where the Mysterious Rift was located.
The scene here was still no different from other sea regions.
It was the same endless rainy weather, surging waves, filthy polluted seas, and monsters weaving in between.
Rogel, with Lina, slowly closed his eyes, and upon reopening them, they were already within the Purification Rift below.
Lina also opened her eyes.
"So beautiful."
She looked around at everything with some delight.
At this moment, Rogel smiled slightly too.
Under the isolation of the Yao Dings, the Purification Rift was barely connected to the outside world, and the rift itself was very sturdy.
So, while the outside world seemed like a hellish purgatory, the Purification Rift still maintained its former tranquility and peace.
Countless Yao Ding embryos still floated in the air, swaying slightly, emitting light.
After releasing spiritual power, Rogel quickly found the location of an acquaintance, leading Lina to a mushroom house.
"Whew... whew..."
The mushroom house emitted faint snoring sounds.
Rogel smiled inwardly, stepped forward, and gently knocked on the door.
After a few knocks, the old Medicine Ding in the middle of a deep sleep furrowed its brow and then turned over to continue sleeping.
But soon, it suddenly opened its eyes.
Wait, something’s not right! Where did the knocking sound come from?!
Old Medicine Ding was startled, leaping up and cautiously moving to the door.
"It’s me, Old Medicine Ding, open the door."
Rogel said.
However, although the Old Medicine Ding inside the door found the voice somewhat familiar, it couldn’t remember for a moment and remained vigilant: "Nonsense! I think you’re more likely one of those outside monsters trying to deceive this old timer, but you’re still too green!"
"Just wait, I’ll get something to get rid of you!"
Upon hearing Old Medicine Ding’s words, Lina couldn’t help but laugh.
Rogel, on the other hand, shook his head helplessly and said, "...The crisp and vibrant, full of life and mischief of pharmaceutical trickster, I am Rogel."
