After making the decision, everyone turned back and hurried in the direction of the ice castle.
At the same time, Tony also told his two Chinese teammates about their encounter with the God Lamentation Wall and their next move through the team channel.
"God Lamentation Wall? Ice castle? Okay, see you later! Looking at the weather now, there will probably be a snowstorm later. Be careful. "
Yeye replied in the team channel.
After reading his message, Tony could not help but look up at the sky.
The sky was still dark, but the rolling clouds seemed to have thickened. Flashing lightning could be seen vaguely in the clouds, bringing with it deafening echoes.
On the Snowy Mountain, the howling of the wind seemed to have become louder. Tony was also keenly aware that the game system's magic concentration and abyssal pollution level monitoring indicators were slowly increasing.
Tony frowned and felt an inexplicable sense of oppression.
"Everyone, hurry up. A snowstorm might be coming."
Aldos looked at the sky and said in a deep voice with a solemn expression.
The group nodded and began to rush toward the main peak of the Snowy Mountain.
The ice castle was located on the main peak of the Snowy Mountain. It was two mountains away from the group.
Looking from the direction of the God Lamentation Wall, one could only see the mountain peak covered in snow in the distance.
The appearance of the God Lamentation Wall made everyone feel a little disappointed. The gradually worsening weather also cast a layer of haze over this operation.
For safety reasons, even the magic gathering core was handed over to Tony in the end.
Aldos even specially instructed him to ignore the others and run with the magic gathering core if he really encountered danger.
Tony wanted to decline tactfully, but in the end, he only received a few determined gazes and Aldos' almost pleading words.
"Lord Tony, you are the hope of this operation. As long as we can send the magic gathering core to Dawn Stronghold, even if we have to sacrifice ourselves, it will be worth it."
Facing everyone's expectant gazes, Tony finally accepted.
He had mixed feelings and felt inexplicably uncomfortable. At the same time, he made up his mind to do his best to bring everyone back.
The journey started again. No one spoke. Everyone lined up and moved forward quietly. Only the howling of the wind was getting louder and louder.
Gradually, the temperature began to drop significantly, and snowflakes began to appear in the air, dancing wildly in the wind.
Finally, after traveling for about two hours, they arrived at the foot of Snowfill Peak.
The wind whistled, and the snowflakes became denser. When the feather-sized snow crystals hit one's face, it actually gave one a faint feeling of pain.
On the ground, the snow piled up like white sand was blown up again by the raging wind, forming wisps of white "mist". If it weren't for the fact that they were all professionals, they probably wouldn't have been able to maintain their balance.
Fortunately, the group had taken a shortcut according to the map. When they arrived at Snow Peak, they were not at the foot of the mountain, but at the mountainside.
Standing on the mountainside, Tony raised his head to look at the peak. The peak was covered in white snow. Perhaps it was because he had taken a shortcut, but the peak was not as tall as he had imagined. It was just that the raging wind and snow had covered the peak, making it difficult to see clearly.
After a short rest, the group set off again. However, it was a long and tiring journey. Coupled with the worsening weather, everyone's speed was much slower than before.
"Everyone, be careful. Don't fall behind. The snowstorm is not necessarily a bad thing. If the weather worsens, the fallen creatures may also hide!"
Ados cheered everyone on.
Braving the increasing snowstorm, the group began to climb the mountain.
As if to prove Ados' words, although the weather was getting worse, as the group continued to move forward, they were lucky not to encounter even a single monster.
It was just that in the wind and snow, faint roars could occasionally be heard from afar, which made them tense up involuntarily.
However, although the process was difficult, they were professionals after all. There were no monsters blocking the way. The group followed the stairs that had long been covered in snow and reached the peak in less than an hour.
"We're here."
Mirail breathed a sigh of relief.
The temperature at the peak seemed to have dropped even lower. Even as a professional, her voice was trembling because of the cold. Her face was a little pale, and a layer of ice crystals had already condensed on her eyebrows.
Tony raised his head, and what greeted his eyes was a huge triumphal stone door.
A line of unique words was engraved on the triumphant stone gate. Tony understood it with the help of the game system. It was the continental language for "ice castle."
Behind the stone gate, everything was misty and could not be seen clearly.
"It's a magic barrier! It's actually still running! "
Mirail said in surprise.
"If the Wall of God's Detective is still running, it's normal that the magic barrier is still running."
Ados said.
After that, he said to the group again,
"Everyone, pay attention. Be prepared for battle. We may encounter some terrifying fellows next!"
The team members listened and nodded, their eyes serious.
They gripped the weapons in their hands tightly and raised their spirits to 120%.
"I'll go first and observe the situation first. If I don't come out after 10 seconds, it means we're in danger. Mr. Ados, take the energy-gathering core first."
Looking at the stone gate shrouded in fog, Tony, who was already at the peak of Dark Iron, said.
Ados hesitated for a moment and slowly shook his head.
"No, Mr. Tony, you can communicate with the other Chosen Ones. Your safety is the most important."
"Ados is right. Your safety is the most important. The energy-gathering core is also with you."
Mirail and Ramis also said.
"That's right. I'll go. I'm a Heavy Armor Warrior. It's safer."
Warrior Bolles raised the axe in his hand and chuckled.
Faced with the group's resolute rejection, Tony opened his mouth and finally gave up.
Ados patted Bolles' shoulder and silently chanted a spell to add a protective spell to him.
"Be careful."
He reminded.
"Don't worry!"
Boris chuckled.
Immediately after, he took a deep breath, focused his gaze, carried the axe, and stepped in …
Seeing his figure disappear into the stone gate, the group held their breaths and held their weapons tightly. They looked in the direction of the stone gate and waited without turning away.
"One second … Two seconds …"
Tony secretly counted down in his heart.
Time passed second by second. However, the stone gate remained the same. The wind howled and snow fell like goose feathers.
The group was getting more and more nervous.
Finally, just as the time was about to expire, the fog in the stone gate suddenly churned. Bolles' muscular figure suddenly walked out, unharmed.
The group heaved a sigh of relief and hurriedly went up to him.
"How is it?"
"There's no one inside, nor are there any monsters. However … there should have been a dangerous battle. I can see some scratches and bloodstains. It should have been a long time ago."
Bolles said.
The group was stunned and looked at each other. Finally, their gazes focused on Tony and Ados.
Tony and Ados looked at each other and nodded.
"Let's go! Let's go in! "
Ados said.
Following his order, the group of people who were already prepared moved and entered the stone gate together.
Tony walked in the middle. The moment he stepped through the stone gate, the surrounding scene changed drastically.
The howling wind stopped, the thunder stopped, and the feather-like snow also stopped. The rolling clouds in the sky seemed to have become the background without any sound effects.
What entered their eyes was no longer a snow-covered mountain range. Instead, it was a majestic group of buildings that formed a castle.
However, most of the buildings in this group of buildings had collapsed. The scene was a mess. There were many traces of battle on the ground. There were also some broken staffs and swords.
On the broken walls, there were claw marks and black bloodstains left behind by monsters. It looked like a long time had passed.
And at the end of the group of buildings, there was a tall tower that pierced the clouds.
Unlike the other buildings made of gray boulders, this tower was icy blue. It was majestic and beautiful.
"It's the Ice Tower! The Ice Castle is the Wizard Tower of the legendary Wizard Ace. It's also the core of the entire Ice Castle! The control center of the God Lamenting Wall is probably there! We have to hurry there! "
Ados looked into the distance and said in a deep voice.
Then, he looked around and reminded the group, "Be careful.
There was a battle here. I'm afraid there are still monsters left! "
Everyone nodded when they heard this.
Following the path of the ruined castle, the escort group was on full alert as they moved toward the Ice Tower.
The interior of the Ice Castle was very quiet. Only the sound of heavy breathing and slow footsteps could be heard.
Tony walked in the middle of the group. As he moved forward, he looked around cautiously from the corner of his eyes. He was ready to fight at any time.
However, as the group moved forward, the entire Ice Castle seemed to be dead silent. There were no traces of life.
Only the half-dead Snow Pine trees on the road vaguely brought a deep greenery to this once holy land of Wizards.
Finally, after about half an hour, the group finally arrived at the bottom of the Ice Tower.
Unlike the view from afar, the group could only see the actual situation of the Ice Tower from up close. This huge Wizard Tower had a radius of about a hundred meters. It was also covered in scars. It had obviously been baptized by battle.
On the ground, there were scattered weapons and tattered Wizard Robes. Occasionally, there were bits and pieces of bones.
The door of the Ice Tower was tightly shut. The surroundings were dead silent. Looking at the tall Wizard Tower, the group felt an indescribable pressure.
Their minds were tense like never before. The peace along the way did not make them relax. Instead, it made them more vigilant.
"Are we going in?"
Millaire looked at his teammates and asked.
Aldos nodded. He was about to answer when he suddenly had a thought. He turned to look at the door of the Ice Tower.
The somewhat dilapidated door made a rumbling sound as it slowly opened.
Aldos' gaze turned serious. He gripped his weapon tightly and hurriedly called for the group to hide.
The group did not hesitate. They followed him and hid behind a huge rock at the side.
After the group hid, the stone door slowly opened.
A young man, who looked to be about twenty-four or twenty-five years old, wearing a gorgeous green Wizard Robe, walked out. He was a little thin but had a handsome face and bright eyes.
His gaze swept across the surroundings and finally focused on the huge rock that the group was hiding behind.
Then, the young Wizard snorted and said, "Don't hide anymore.
"Don't hide anymore. Come out. I can already sense you."
The group's heart skipped a beat. They subconsciously looked at the leader, Aldos, but found that the old Wizard's eyes were wide open. He was staring straight at the young man at the entrance of the Ice Tower.
His lips moved. His expression was a mixture of excitement, sadness, joy, and nervousness …
"Still not coming out?!"
The young man frowned. He raised the delicate magic staff in his hand and pointed it at where the group was.
Tony's heart skipped a beat. He was about to reply when he saw Aldos suddenly stand up.
He looked at the young man with a complicated gaze. His voice trembled.
"Adrian …"
Looking at Aldos, the young Wizard was also stunned.
The magic staff in his hand fell to the ground with a clatter. His gaze was agitated, and his voice trembled.
"Father?"
…
The icy-blue prisms were beautiful, shining with a dazzling light. The crystal clear chandelier hung high, emitting a soft magical light.
If it were not for the broken magic cube devices on the ground, the cracked walls, and the magic altar full of claw marks, this would probably be a luxurious and magnificent magic research room.
This was the interior of the Ice Tower.
The young Wizard knelt in front of the cracked fireplace, chanting a spell to light up the magic fireplace.
In front of the fireplace, Tony and the rest sat around a crystal table. Their gazes were curiously looking around, and also between Aldos and the young man.
Aldos was also sitting in front of the crystal table. He leaned on his old magic staff and looked at the young man who walked back from the fireplace. His gaze was unprecedentedly gentle.
"Everyone, let me introduce … This is my proud son, Adrian, who was called a magical genius by Sir Simeon!"
He proudly introduced Adrian to the group.
Then, Aldos looked at his son, his gaze filled with longing and resentment.
"Adrian, have you been here for the past few years? How have you been living these past few years? Where are the others? Since you're alive … why don't you go back? Don't you know I've been worried about you?! "
His voice was a little incoherent, as if he was very agitated.
Hearing Aldos' words, the young man lowered his head slightly, his gaze filled with guilt.
He sighed and said, "Father, I'm sorry.
Three years ago, the Ice Tower met with a disaster. All the high-ranked Wizards went crazy. Even my mentor, Sir Ace, turned into a monster. Only a few survivors and I remained sane … "
"Before they went completely crazy, my mentor passed the control of the Ice Tower to me and ordered me to seal the Ice Tower …"
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