Chapter 007 Awakening (II)

Although Rose smiled generously, a discerning observer could still detect a hint of shyness on her face

The mercenaries jumped down one after another, and Ryan turned to them and said softly: "Step lightly, do not damage the magical crystals on the ground. Even a piece the size of a fingernail is worth more than the lives of you bunch of bastards"

It should be a burial accompaniment. During the ancient magical era, there were no wars; it is said that they were very kind. It seems this rumor is indeed true. Even when royal family members passed away, the burial offerings consisted mainly of numerous animals, and there were no instances of humans being buried as accompaniments.

"No problem," Bode sighed. "Such a perfect graveyard, so many magical crystals. It's a pity that our crystal solution is insufficient; otherwise, we could consume it all. Perhaps we could buy a small kingdom with it."

Before the metal opening that had been chiseled out lay an expanse of pitch-black void. Ryan retrieved a luminous crystal used as a light source from behind and threw it forward with all his strength. The light emitted by this luminous crystal was not very bright, and when cast into the vast darkness, its glow appeared exceedingly faint

Bode patted the other person's left shoulder and said, "Then congratulations to both of you."

The opening created could only accommodate two people side by side. Ryan and Bode stood at the edge of the opening, watching as the small light source fell downward, plummeting as if a long time had passed. Finally, the crystal dropped to the ground, producing a crisp sound as it shattered into several pieces. Immediately afterward, the sound-activated shadowless lights in the basement began to illuminate one by one. The sudden soft light caused the eyes of the two, who were accustomed to the darkness, to sting painfully. They thought it was some kind of attack and screamed in terror, instinctively rolling and crawling backward. Soon after, the sound-activated shadowless lights in the basement lit up one by one, and the sudden soft light caused the eyes of the two, who were accustomed to the darkness, to sting painfully. They thought it was some kind of attack and screamed in terror, instinctively rolling and crawling backward.

People are inherently greedy. Bode shook his head and sighed, accompanied by his subordinates, who were carrying various containers. They began to decompose the building materials and glass on the ground. First, they placed a conical metal tube on the glass, then poured a light white liquid into it using a funnel. At the same time, they started to slowly move the metal tube across the glass, allowing the liquid to flow out from the tiny hole at the end of the tube, gradually corroding the building materials and glass on the ground. They first placed a conical metal tube on the glass, then poured a light white liquid into it using a funnel. At the same time, they started to slowly move the metal tube across the glass, allowing the liquid to flow out from the tiny hole at the end of the tube, gradually corroding the building materials and glass on the ground.

This should be the tomb of a royal member from ancient times, it is so luxurious. Everywhere there are white magical crystals. Additionally, there is a holy light magic circle above, it is truly marvelous, I cannot even see my own shadow, indeed under the holy light, no darkness can exist.

Ryan and Bode stood at the edge of the cave entrance, having grown accustomed to the light of the shadowless lamp. The entrance they stood at was approximately two meters above the basement floor. Looking out, they saw numerous towering glass troughs and a pristine, beautiful glass material floor that had remained unchanged for ten thousand years

While a group of indigenous people were shouting and making wild guesses at the animals in the breeding tank, Rose's voice came from ahead: "Ryan, come here, there is something strange in this place"

The temperature in other places is quite normal; why is it so cold here?" Ryan exhaled a puff of mist: "What is the identity of the woman inside here?

What animals are contained in these crystal tubes? I have never seen them before

Bode laughed and said, "If you truly dare to stay here, the souls of the ancient ancestors will awaken, gradually occupy your body, and extinguish your soul. Do you think you can compare your willpower to that of an ancient ancestor who is proficient in various forms of magic?"

Bode shrugged and said: "I know this is absurd, but there must be a reason why the words of our ancestors have been passed down. However, the circumstances may vary from place to place. Your Excellency Ryan, you are from the Kingdom of Kate, perhaps such situations do not occur there"

Ryan and Bode happily exchanged a punch. As an alchemist, Bode's physical strength was certainly no match for Ryan's, causing him to grimace in pain, yet he was still immensely happy. After more than three months of effort, the reward was finally at hand

Extremely dangerous? Is this woman still alive! Ryan gasped in shock, turned back on his path, and kicked the person who was speaking the loudest. Then, suppressing his voice, he said fiercely: "The situation has changed. If anyone wants to live, shut your mouth right now."

"Eternal Sun God, my heavens, this tomb is actually still alive." Ryan stood in the shadow of the metal wall opening, extending his hands outward to let the light of the shadowless lamp shine on his palms: "A radiance like that of the sun, yet devoid of any warmth; this must be the legendary holy light. Bode, do you think if we stay here for a long time, we might live for four or five hundred years like the servants of the Sun God?"

Ryan chuckled, "Be content. If you use up all the potions from your mercenary group and exchange the magical crystals you take away for money, even if it's only three portions, it would be enough to support a large estate for several hundred years."

Ryan was about to express his gratitude when the previously lively mercenary called out: "Captain, this is not the time to flaunt your relationship with the vice-captain. Quickly tell us what we should do; I can't wait to clear out everything here, every single item is money."

Ryan chuckled, "Of course, of course"

"Of course not, I have never heard such sayings or rumors in my hometown," Bod said. "I have already discussed with Rose that once this matter is successful and we obtain the wealth we deserve, everyone will share the money. Rose and I will return to our hometown, buy a piece of land, build a manor, and then get married. At that time, everyone and the books will have to come to our wedding"

A group of men laughed heartily, not only showing no anger but instead feeling extremely happy, valuing this even more than their own lives, which is a good thing. The more valuable it is, the more money they will receive afterward. After all, they risk their lives as mercenaries for money. One of the more spirited individuals asked, "Captain, after we finish this contract and earn money, can we go home and enjoy life? And what about your relationship with Deputy Captain Rose..."

Ah, I truly wish to live in such an era

"Danger, extreme danger," Rose said, trembling. "The appearance of such a color indicates that the woman in this glass tank is undoubtedly a powerful servant of the Sun God."

Ryan shrugged: "I was just joking. Now, it's your turn, Rose."

Bode and Ryan stood sideways, each leaning against the wall, leaving a small space for Rose to squeeze in. She glanced ahead, took out a thumb-sized green crystal from her pocket, and stabbed the sharp tip into her left forearm. Vivid red blood flowed into the solid crystal, covering the green, and the entire crystal emitted a bewitching crimson glow

Decomposing ancient magical crystals using a crystal solution is a laborious task that tests one's patience. Bode understands that this type of crystal, which was the most common building material during the age of magic, has become the best shield in the present era. It is lightweight, impact-resistant, and fireproof, while also exhibiting terrifying resistance to the elemental powers of spellcasters. Any warrior takes pride in possessing a magical crystal shield. Even spellcasters have a complex relationship with the magical crystal shield. They despise this crystal shield that renders their abilities ineffective, yet conversely, it can protect them from harm inflicted by other spellcasters. Lightweight, impact-resistant, fireproof, and possessing terrifying resistance to the elemental powers of spellcasters, any warrior takes pride in possessing a magical crystal shield. Even spellcasters have a complex relationship with the magical crystal shield. They despise this crystal shield that renders their abilities ineffective, yet conversely, it can protect them from harm inflicted by other spellcasters.

The twenty or so men around immediately assumed a solemn expression as if facing a formidable enemy

Ryan and several mercenaries hurried over and discovered an oversized crystal tank, with Rose standing in front, her face filled with astonishment

After a few seconds, both of their eyes felt much more comfortable. They wiped their tears while standing up, noticing that their subordinates around them had expressions that suggested they wanted to laugh but dared not to, creating an atmosphere of great awkwardness. Ryan assumed a commanding demeanor and declared, "Whoever dares to laugh will have half of their pay deducted."

Rose shook her head: "I don't know, but..." She raised her left hand, and the green light in her palm illuminated the cultivation tank, instantly transforming into a bright red color akin to fresh blood

Ryan laughed and said, "There is no such saying; the people from your hometown really love to joke around"

"It's connected! It's connected!" The excited voices echoed in the tunnel

Rose's face turned somewhat pale due to the pain. She sighed, moved her fingers a bit, and then raised her left hand. A beam of light, faintly green, emanated from her palm, casting onto the glass-tiled floor. She carefully controlled the light to sweep across every visible area of the basement. After half an hour, she brought her fingers together in her palm, cutting off the green beam, and said breathlessly: "I haven't found any traps for the time being; I cannot see the areas that are out of my reach."

Everyone disperse, if you see anything unfamiliar or valuable, move it out. Additionally, if you encounter the ancient ancestor's eternal bed, steer clear and do not touch it. We have made a promise to His Excellency James Bond, and we must fulfill it. After Ryan finished speaking, he turned to Bode and said: The division of the magical crystals will be handled by your mercenary group.

"Good, good!" Ryan lifted Rose and jumped down first. A distance of two meters is hardly considered a height for mercenaries like them; even the alchemist, known for his frail physique, found no difficulty with this two-meter height and the surrounding area.

Rose said to Ryan, "I will go check elsewhere for any traps"

"This is more like it," Ryan snorted, leading the way to the edge of the cave entrance, while Rose followed behind, covering her mouth and laughing softly.

The alchemist Bode smiled and said: "My lord Ryan, I advise you not to think about marriage for the next year or two. In our hometown, there is a peculiar saying: if one violates the territory and dignity of the deceased, they will transform into malevolent spirits, stealing the affection of the offender's partner, causing them to turn against each other and become strangers. Therefore, it is best for you to refrain from marriage for now, and wait two or three more years until the curse has lifted before considering it again"

Ryan nodded, then began to survey the surroundings with the other mercenaries. This was the underground research facility of the New Humanity, and being a medical institution, most of the items were predominantly white. This aligned perfectly with the aesthetic values of the time; in the eyes of these natives, white was the most prestigious color, used extensively only by the royalty. The area they entered was the nursery, where the glass floor was chosen to be milky white for aesthetic purposes. This was very much in line with the aesthetic values of the time; in the eyes of these natives, white was the most prestigious color, used extensively only by the royalty. The area they entered was the nursery, where the glass floor was chosen to be milky white for aesthetic purposes.

The new humans approach their work with utmost seriousness. The sealed products they produce are claimed to be absolutely airtight, and in fact, they are. Even after ten thousand years, the preservatives in the cultivation tanks show no signs of evaporation whatsoever

Of course you haven't seen them; you are not from ancient times. What did they do with these animals by putting them in crystal tubes

As Ryan approached the oversized crystal tank, he felt a noticeable drop in the air temperature. Getting closer, he discovered that the surface of the tank was covered in frost. He reached out and wiped away the ice shards on the surface, revealing that the liquid inside had frozen. Within it, there was a vague silhouette of a figure, which, judging by the outline, appeared to be a woman with long hair.