Chapter Nine, Farewell to the Freedom Ship

The guard looked around and, noticing that no one was paying attention to them, gently said: "You know, kid, the existence of Purgatory Island is a great secret of the Empire. The best way to keep a secret is to have as few people as possible know about it. So aside from those on the Freedom, no one knows about Purgatory Island, and of course, no other ships will come here."

Gong Hao roared silently in his heart

Lancelot was very satisfied with his response, and the force of the drug increased a few more degrees, causing Gong Hao to grimace in pain

A guard immediately smiled and said, "Alright, I understand, little one. Thank you so much. So, how long can these leaves be used?"

This time he came prepared and easily won the favor of the guards

After that incident of killing the terror wolf, Gong Hao gradually began to learn how to confront his fears. As he continued to fight, he started to understand how to remain calm in intense battles and how to achieve the greatest victory at the least cost.

Gong Haowang watched as the Freedom gradually disappeared at the seaside, a hint of melancholy, a trace of anger, and a touch of pain appearing in his eyes

Lancelot stood before the iron cage, holding the potion

A month has quickly passed

Gong Hao replied, "Dying with a pursuit is certainly different from dying out of passive resignation"

It seems you are quite busy. You have to manage the plants in Area 13, take notes at the library, deliver lists to me, help other servants with their tasks, and even cultivate your fighting spirit... You even have to go to the port to deliver goods. You really can't seem to sit still

However, Gong Hao did not cease his training because of this. On the contrary, he continued to prepare meals for Lancelot every day, and then trained himself according to the methods Lancelot taught him. The greatest talent for becoming an outstanding warrior is hard work, which is what Lancelot told him, and Gong Hao has always adhered to this principle

Is it true? The guard's eyes widened.

Can you deliver leaves to us every month

How are some energy crystals? I can do many things with them. However, I cannot freely use the crystals on the island

If you can provide us with satisfactory goods next month, then this will be merely a trivial matter

Today, before that ferocious dog tore his throat apart, he finally felt the fighting spirit within his body, which had always been somewhat uncooperative, suddenly surge towards his arm as per his command. In an instant, his hand not only gained immense strength, but a faint luster also appeared on his arm

In that moment of life and death

Saying this, he turned and entered the small wooden cabin

When Gong Hao first arrived by boat, he heard no shortage of complaints from the guards, who said that the air of the Sea of Death was foul enough to suffocate a person

I can give it a try. I came to Purgatory Island two months ago, and I remember you from the Liberty. You are good people who took care of me, so I want to repay you

Gong Hao did not let the rigorous training by the lakeside this month affect his work; he has not forgotten the meaning and purpose behind all of this.

He would never administer medication to him before Gong Hao walked out by himself

Returning to the Freedom, Gong Hao felt a sense of emotion in his heart

Gong Hao continued, "Then I will strive to come over every month from now on, but I do not know if it will always be you who comes. You know I do not wish to give them to others, but once the leaves are picked, they can never be returned to that tree"

For Lancelot, it was indeed rare to see a young man willing to endure such hardships and unafraid of threats. One time, he asked Gong Hao: "Isn't the purpose of your training in combat energy to avoid dying in the jaws of a venomous python? Yet now you are risking your life to fight these magical beasts? You must know that each of them is stronger than you, and you win each time by a combination of luck and peril. If one day you find yourself trapped in a cage and unable to escape... I think you would be better off not practicing at all; at least you wouldn't have to worry about the fate of death for this month."

Tomorrow ... . ... Tomorrow marks the day when the Freedom ship arrives

His strength is increasing, and his appetite is also improving

My scar has faded? Today, while looking at the surface of the lake, Gong Hao inadvertently glanced at his face and noticed that the scar on his face had become increasingly faint

Even the most arduous training cannot delay work

You know that I once worked as a servant at the Baron Harden's residence. The Baron told me that as long as one works hard, there will always be rewards. Therefore, I worked diligently, hoping that you gentlemen would regard me with a different perspective

In the blink of an eye, another month has passed

A guard took the leaves, inhaled deeply, and exclaimed: "Oh, my goodness, I never thought I could breathe fresh air in the Sea of Death. The alchemist is truly remarkable.

Good boy, as a reward for you, what do you want next month? We can bring it to you

Several guards hurriedly gathered the leaves

Several guards felt a surge of joy in their hearts: "Are you really saying that? Kid."

Gong Hao set down his suitcase and said to the guard, "My lord."

Gong Hao took out a few leaves from his body: "I happen to have some with me; you can give them a try"

Thank you for your advice, esteemed guests. I believe that perhaps by the time you visit again, I will have some additional small gifts to present to you

Finally succeeded

I assure you

However, all the adventures and hardships have finally borne fruit. Now lying on the ground, he can even clearly feel the internal energy circulating within his body, replenishing the stamina he had completely exhausted.

By tomorrow, Andrew will bring over another group of servants and will also send away another batch of people

The ship Freedom has docked this time, but the black-robed mage Eddoris did not come. Instead, the golden-armored warrior Chaklai is still accompanying the ship.

"It is far better to strive than to sit idly and wait for regret," Gong Hao replied with utmost respect.

If possible, he truly wished to abandon the search for that secret and simply leave by boat

At that moment, Gong Hao could no longer hear what Lancelot was saying. He was completely exhausted, lying in the cage, feeling that even moving a finger was a difficult task.

Ah ! ! ! ''

Although Lancelot was unwilling to teach him anything new, Gong Hao discovered that as long as he followed the methods taught by Lancelot, the fighting energy within him became increasingly powerful and refined

Because this road is his own choice

It is fortunate that the existence of fighting spirit is quite effective; one only needs to sleep for a night, and upon waking the next day, one feels invigorated.

Unfortunately, it is ultimately just a dream

Thinking of this, he bowed to Lancelot: "My Lord Lancelot, I may have to go to the port to deliver goods tomorrow, so I won't be able to come."

"What is it?" The complaining guard glared at Gong Hao

Let me remind you one last time: what you are facing are merely the most primitive magical beasts. Their intelligence is low, and they attack purely based on instinct. Apart from pouncing and biting, they have almost no other means of attack. This is the true reason you can achieve victory despite being weaker... I noticed that later on, you began to adopt a targeted strategy against m.hetushu.com, understanding how to observe their actions and making timely evasions. It seems that your training in blocking and dodging has not been in vain. However, advanced magical beasts possess relative intelligence, and their methods of attack are more varied. Some can even use innate spells, making them more difficult to deal with... I noticed that later on, you began to adopt a targeted strategy against m.hetushu.com, understanding how to observe their actions and making timely evasions. It seems that your training in blocking and dodging has not been in vain. However, advanced magical beasts possess relative intelligence, and their methods of attack are more varied. Some can even use innate spells, making them more difficult to deal with... Therefore, when dealing with the spotted poisonous python, you must still be very cautious. Even though it has had most of its abilities sealed, it still retains a certain level of intelligence. If you dare to underestimate it, you will still face death.

The vessel set sail, carrying its cargo, departing as it arrived

At this point, Lancelot suddenly sighed: "In fact, magical beasts are always just beasts. No matter how intelligent a magical beast may be, it can never be smarter than a human. Therefore, it is only humans who are the most formidable opponents. Young man, take care of yourself."

Gazing slowly at the sky, Gong Hao let out a long sigh, and a few tears fell from the corners of his eyes

The blood rain fell in torrents all around him, that vivid shade of red rippling with the boundless power within him

With a fierce roar, the youth in the large iron cage tore the savage dog in the cage in half

Even his throat bore a terrifying scar, as his trachea was nearly severed at that time

Lancelot's tone was filled with sarcasm

Another guard interrupted Gong Hao's train of thought: "Kid, considering that you have helped us, let me give you some advice. You must have worked very hard to survive for two months on Purgatory Island, right? Listen to me, never believe the nonsense of those alchemists, and do not let your laziness get you taken away by that devil Andrew to his so-called other places. Work diligently, and no matter how tough it gets, you must endure, understand?"

Apart from the Liberty, no other ship can reach Purgatory Island. However, the Liberty is not responsible for taking people away.

They must be found

For the sake of their own noses, several guards did not hesitate to reveal a small piece of "confidential information"

Upon witnessing this scene, Lancelot said with satisfaction: "Very well, congratulations. You have now mastered the most fundamental method of utilizing fighting spirit. From today onward, your task is to cultivate and refine your use of it. As for the rest, I will not teach you any further."

A guard immediately said: "Of course, it is always us."

Taking care of a servant? Is such a thing possible? Several guards exchanged glances, wondering who was responsible for it. However, since it is the case, that is all the better.

There is nothing remarkable about this *qi* book; the existence of fighting energy not only provides warriors with formidable combat power but also strengthens the human body and enhances recovery abilities. You have been training for nearly a month, and the fighting energy within you is taking shape. If you cannot even heal these minor scars, then wouldn't we warriors be left to wait for death as soon as we are injured

Gong Hao could not recall how many life-and-death moments he had experienced in the past few days. In just eighteen days, it felt as if he had fought a war for eighteen years

One cannot comprehend the application of fighting spirit merely through experiencing a life-and-death situation.

For twenty years, they have continuously sent people to the island, yet not a single boat has taken anyone away.

The continuous days of intensive training have gradually caused that beautiful, charming, golden-haired boy, who resembled a doll and made all women covet him, to disappear, replaced by a new strong youth

Studying martial skills in the Alchemy Castle indeed has its benefits, as injuries can be healed immediately. Although Lancelot has quite a few grievances about this: "A servant is not worth the price of a healing potion; if it weren't for my need for a good cook... all of these are my personal belongings"

Gong Hao lowered his head and said, "Alright, I understand. Thank you, my lord"

Gong Hao immediately whispered, "Could you please speak a little more quietly? These leaves are not easy to come by; they are all magical plants. As it happens, I am the servant responsible for overseeing such plants, which is why I was able to obtain some. If others find out and they all come asking me for them... you all know, that would put me in a very difficult position"

His entire body, from the front of his chest to his back, was covered in marks from the bites and scratches of beasts.

Thank you, my lord. In fact, I have no other requests; I only hope that you gentlemen can bring some local specialties from your hometown in the future. You must know that Purgatory Island has very little in terms of enjoyable food or entertainment

"Hey, you wretched servants, hurry up and bring everything up!" a guard shouted loudly at the servants. He turned to his companion beside him and said, "I really don't want to spend even a second in this foul-smelling place. I truly don't understand how these people manage to live here."

The most important thing is how to attempt to resolve conflicts with fighting spirit in battle, rather than relying on brute force

Gong Haoli politely stated: "It is like this, every person on Purgatory Island carries a type of leaf. This leaf has a very good scent-absorbing effect. You know that scent is actually a type of air particle. As long as you carry one of these leaves, it can keep you away from foul odors for a period of time"

It has been two months since arriving at Hell Island

They are right here on this island, certainly in some place on the island

As the month approached its end, Lancelot decided in advance to no longer assist Gong Hao in obtaining the venom of the spotted flower python, for the moment Gong Hao mastered the use of fighting energy, he was already capable of subduing the venomous python.

They have always existed

"Will no other ships enter Hell Island?" Gong Hao's question was entirely justified

Gong Hao sighed

At the very beginning, fear loomed like an overwhelming mountain, causing Gong Hao to completely forget about using his fighting spirit to defeat his opponent, instead relying on brute strength to contend with the adversary. It was in this manner that he killed the fearsome wolf, smashing its head to pieces with his fists, while the wolf's claws deeply slashed into his lower abdomen

It is precisely this sheen that hardens his skin, rendering it impervious even to the sharp fangs that could originally pierce through his bones, which ultimately only made a large hole on the surface. Meanwhile, he seized the hind legs of the ferocious dog and tore it apart.

After Chuckle led the newcomers off the ship, Gong Hao and the other servants began to carry the large boxes containing the puppet warriors onto the ship one by one. These boxes were extremely heavy, causing significant physical strain on the young men. Fortunately, after cultivating his fighting spirit, Gong Hao had greatly increased his strength and was able to carry a box by himself onto the ship

Gong Hao felt that his words were somewhat insincere; he could even sense that Lancelot liked him. Perhaps it was the arrogance of being in a superior position that made him reluctant to acknowledge this. Otherwise, he would not have ultimately agreed to teach Gong Hao the use of Qi and repeatedly provided him with this beneficial remedy

A scar has appeared on his handsome face, which was left by an attack from a terror wolf

Then we also guarantee

If you can manage to get it, we will definitely not treat you unfairly

Of course, one must understand that this is Hell Island, and it is impossible for everything to be under strict surveillance. " Gong Hao said as he glanced around, then gently added, " I have heard that some items can fetch a high price.

Time indeed passes swiftly

It can last for a maximum of one month, after which it will wither away

It is a straightforward reason, but not every effort yields the desired result

Lancelot indeed did not act to save him, just as he had claimed, even in the most perilous moments for Gong Hao