Chapter 1: Return

The scene before them completely exceeded the adventurers' understanding, and they screamed as they tried to escape. However, Li Lin merely extended his hand, instantly rooting these individuals to the ground as if their feet had taken root, rendering them unable to move even a little.

Ahhhhh!

However ... ... ?

As he spoke, Li Lin turned around and gazed at the desolate fields outside the window

I want to return to the capital of the Magic Kingdom to see what remains there now

A thousand years have passed, and now making a comeback holds little significance—though I would like to say this, I have not yet given up

Angela, do you not regret it? By following me here, you can no longer return to your own world

How is it possible for such feelings of desire to arise? Are you all thinking with your lower heads?

However, after all this time has passed, I am still unclear about the current situation across the entire Morning Breeze Continent. Nevertheless ...

No problem, Master

The encounter between the two of them is quite intriguing. At that time, Li Lin was only ten years old. Due to the powerful magic emanating from his soul, he caught the attention of Angela, who initially intended to take Li Lin as her servant. However, as a being from Earth, Angela completely underestimated the formidable power of magic from another world. As a result, not only was she unable to make Li Lin her subordinate, but she also inadvertently allowed him to harness the power of the beast contract to subdue her.

Faced with this suddenly appearing man, the adventurers couldn't help but feel tense immediately. Fortunately, this young man seemed somewhat disoriented, and when dealing with such a person, it is naturally essential to subdue him first.

What happened

"Go die, you worthless piece of trash; just your breathing alone pollutes the air"

In the face of the warriors' complaints, others also displayed similar expressions. After all, although as adventurers one should have such awareness before embarking on an exploration, it is difficult not to harbor fantasies and expectations when it comes to a castle from a thousand years ago belonging to the magical empire. Moreover, this castle is located deep in a desolate wilderness, and even this group of battle-hardened adventurers had to exert considerable effort to find it. Having invested so much effort, with some even getting injured, the result was that they could not gain even the slightest benefit. Regardless of who it is, it is challenging to remain calm in such a situation.

Although Li Lin has lost most of his magical power due to continuous traversals, with his current strength, dealing with these adventurers remains effortless.

However, Li Lin had not yet fully awakened when he felt a cold sensation on his neck.

Faced with the low threats of the thief, Li Lin was momentarily stunned, and only then did he let out a helpless sigh

Faced with the girl's mockery, the thief not only refrained from retorting, but instead, he surprisingly removed the dagger that was originally held against Li Lin's neck. This action left the adventurers somewhat astonished, but in the next moment, they were utterly dumbfounded—because the thief showed no hesitation whatsoever and plunged that dagger into his own head.

Sensing the unusual atmosphere before him, the warrior drew his longsword and watched Li Lin with vigilance

Noticing that Li Lin's emotions were somewhat off, the girl curiously gazed at him. Meanwhile, Li Lin closed his eyes, let out a deep breath, and forcibly suppressed the turmoil within himself

A piercing scream erupted from the soldier's mouth, as he felt as if a sharp blade had been inserted into his brain, causing a relentless turmoil of pain. In the face of the soldier's suffering, Li Lin not only showed no compassion; on the contrary, his expression gradually darkened. Finally, with an angry low shout, the soldier, who had been in excruciating pain, immediately ceased his screams and collapsed to the ground—along with his bloodied and shattered head.

The transmission was very successful

However, in the face of the murderous intent of the group of adventurers before him, Li Lin showed no fear

It was at that moment that Li Lin discovered the existence of a higher life form known as vampires in this world

The adventurers had not yet realized who he was speaking to when suddenly, a tender and sweet voice appeared out of nowhere, leaving everyone momentarily stunned. Following the direction of the voice, they saw a young girl standing not far away. She appeared to be no more than twelve or thirteen years old. Dressed in a luxurious feathered gown, meticulously wrapped around her petite frame, her silvery hair cascaded down to her waist. Her delicate and charming features, along with her fair and tender skin, made her look more like a beautifully crafted doll. What left everyone feeling alarmed, however, were the girl's bright red eyes, resembling blood.

Start from the beginning and search again. A castle like this must have secret passages and hidden chambers

Angela Christie

The leading warrior stared at the ruins before him with some irritation, complaining discontentedly

As for the vampires, Li Lin's feelings were quite complex. It was his first time seeing a race that could simultaneously embody the elegance of elves and the brutality of barbarians. These two extreme and incongruous traits were vividly displayed in the vampire race. To his surprise, Angela seemed to have no anger, regret, or even murderous intent regarding her subjugation. On the contrary, the moment she saw the contract magic, Angela appeared like a child who had discovered a new toy, almost eagerly signing the magical contract. Her seemingly voluntary act of submission naturally aroused Li Lin's suspicion. Although he had never truly encountered the vampire race, based on his past experiences, such powerful non-humans were generally quite cunning.

The adventurers looked around in astonishment, and then they saw Li Lin slowly rising from the center of the hall

Then what? I have spent enough time in that world, which feels to me like a woman who has been violated by men thousands of times, utterly devoid of allure. I am thoroughly familiar with everything in that world, and there is no longer any sense of novelty. In contrast, the world you inhabit, my master, is like a pure maiden, still holding many delightful prospects to look forward to

Soon, amidst Li Lin's chanting, two fire serpents appeared out of thin air. Immediately, two more adventurers fell to the ground amidst their screams, turning into charred remains

Indeed, Angela's willingness to stay by Li Lin's side stems not only from her keen interest in Li Lin's identity as a magician from another world but also from her anticipation and curiosity about this fresh, unknown realm. Especially when Angela learned that Li Lin might have the chance to return to his own world, she employed various means, persistently urging him to take her away from this world. As for the journey to the Morning Breeze Continent, Li Lin adopted a permissive attitude towards this contractee he had fortuitously acquired on Earth. Since she herself was willing to leave this world, Li Lin certainly had no reason to object. He even taught Angela the language of his world. Although this girl was not as powerful as Li Lin, the magic system she practiced, known as "black magic," possessed its own unique strengths and capabilities.

Who exactly are you? Answer me!

What has this world, a thousand years later, truly become

What is the matter, my master

Perhaps realizing that his attitude affected the morale of the team, the soldier took a deep breath and issued the command once again

So, what should we do next, my lord? Should we explore this unknown world for you? Or should we seize a piece of land as a symbol of your resurgence?

She is not human, and is also the only known existence outside of humanity that Li Lin recognizes in the world of Earth

Then, let us take a look

At this moment, she was gazing at the adventurers before her with a hint of mockery, and then slightly raised her delicate eyebrows

In response to Li Lin's inquiry, Angela revealed a faintly enigmatic smile

There is no way.

Li Lin furrowed his brows and replied in a low voice

This damned ghost place has nothing at all

The girl revealed a hint of joyful smile at the corner of her mouth, walked to Li Lin's side, and grasped his strong and powerful hand.

He could not help but feel anger. Just a moment ago, Li Lin used a soul-reading spell to observe the memories of that warrior, but he was astonished to discover that this continent, although still the same, had advanced a full thousand years from the era he belonged to. In other words, Li Lin was now in the Morning Wind Continent a thousand years later. The Magic Empire had long since become a legend. In other words, Li Lin was now in the Morning Wind Continent a thousand years later. The Magic Empire had long since become a legend

In the face of this sudden abnormal situation, everyone was on high alert, standing back to back, vigilantly watching their surroundings to defend against any danger that might arise from any direction. At this moment, they felt a twinge of regret for their recklessness, as this was a relic from a thousand years ago, which meant it was from the era of the Magic Empire. For these ordinary adventurers, magic was something unattainable. Moreover, in the present day, a millennium later, the number of magicians had become extremely scarce, making it impossible for these adventurers to afford their services. Thus, confronted with the activation of such magic, everyone was filled with dread. They had no idea what would happen next, and some were even imagining whether a mouth would suddenly emerge from the floor, ready to swallow them all.

We might as well have come for nothing

Li Lin's gaze became profound

Strange, a monster!!!

Yes

At this moment, the only survivor in the adventure team was the warrior captain. He trembled as he gazed at the horrific scenes before him. Faced with Li Lin, who was slowly approaching, he displayed an expression of fear, as if he had encountered a demon from the depths of the abyss. As he looked at the pale-faced warrior, who was shaking uncontrollably, Li Lin maintained his calm and indifferent demeanor. He murmured to himself, and then, with his right hand glowing with golden light, he grasped the warrior's head firmly. As he looked at the pale-faced warrior, who was shaking uncontrollably, Li Lin still wore that calm and indifferent expression. He murmured to himself, and then, with his right hand glowing with golden light, he grasped the warrior's head firmly.

When this group of adventurers learned about an abandoned castle in the wilderness, they were particularly delighted, hoping to reap abundant rewards from it. However, things did not go as planned; not to mention any legendary magical weapons or artifacts, they didn't even manage to find a single coin. The castle, which once appeared grand and imposing, and was even rumored by locals to be a "place absolutely not to approach, a cursed land," had long since turned into ruins under the erosion of time and weather. Those adventurers, who had fought off wild wolves, feral dogs, and magical beasts, finally arrived at this ruin, yet they found not even the slightest reward. The castle, which once appeared grand and imposing, and was even rumored by locals to be a "place absolutely not to approach, a cursed land," had long since turned into ruins under the erosion of time and weather. Those adventurers, who had fought off wild wolves, feral dogs, and magical beasts, finally arrived at this ruin, yet they found not even the slightest reward.

After finally waking up from the haze of space, Li Lin easily sensed the magical power that had filled the continent for the first time in eighteen years. Unlike the world he had previously inhabited, which was devoid of magical strength, Li Lin was certain that he had returned to his own world

It must be said that after learning this news, Li Lin was extremely angry. He had exerted so much effort to return to his original world. However, he never expected that fate would play such a cruel joke on him. One thousand years? Not to mention the Magic Empire, even the yellow flowers would have long since withered.

Angela, the work has begun

Who are you

The light gradually faded, and the castle once again returned to tranquility

I never expected that, eighteen years later, the first words I would hear upon my return would be a threat. It seems that this journey of mine is destined to be fraught with difficulties.

However, Li Lin was once one of the most powerful wizards of the Magic Empire. Soon, he stabilized his emotions and recounted the events that had transpired to the girl before him. After listening to Li Lin's description, the girl narrowed her blood-red eyes, appearing somewhat excited.

Just as everyone was listening to the orders, preparing to muster their spirits and resume the search, suddenly, the entire castle began to shake uncontrollably, and a faint light started to emerge

Regardless of anything else, I have already decided on the first destination

I never expected that the little girl before me would utter such unexpected words, which left the adventurers feeling shocked and angry. However, at this moment, the girl had her gaze fixed firmly on the thief lurking behind Li Lin, threatening him with a dagger. Her bright red eyes shone even more brilliantly. The thief, under the girl's intense scrutiny, stood there motionless, his expression gradually becoming vacant, as if he had turned into a fool. Upon noticing the thief's vacant eyes, the girl let out a low, cold laugh. The thief, under the girl's intense scrutiny, stood there motionless, his expression gradually becoming vacant, as if he had turned into a fool. Upon noticing the thief's vacant eyes, the girl let out a low, cold laugh.

is ... ...

You little rascal

Feeling the soft touch in his palm, Li Lin couldn't help but scrutinize the girl in front of him once again

Whatever the case may be, this world is quite novel for me

Calm and indifferent, yet interspersed with a hint of unsettling unease

With one more person, there is always one more share of strength

What on earth is this ... ... about

However, Li Lin later discovered that his assumptions were completely wrong

Do not move recklessly, otherwise I will cut your throat