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The Yongsheng Teahouse was located on the main road leading to the clock tower. The main road was crowded with people seeking refuge. It was so crowded that it was difficult to move one's feet.
The first and second floors of the teahouse were crowded with people too. It was obvious that the owner was a reasonable person, but the third floor was not open to the public.
The third floor was a small attic. One could see the Clock Tower Magic Association through the window.
The ancient bell was heavily struck. Every time it struck, it would emit a golden light. Strands of light would travel along the huge golden main shaft and be transported to the sky above the inner city. It was then transported to the barrier that enveloped this safe zone.
The golden radiance continued to strike out. It was magnificent and sacred. Perhaps the only thing that made people feel a little relieved was the protection brought by this ancient bell. Once the bell stopped ringing, once the golden energy could no longer maintain the boundary, everything would be irreversible.
"Humph, this thing will only be a decoration in the end!" The owner of the teahouse stared at the clock tower coldly through the window.
As soon as he finished the sentence, a waiter came up to him in a hurry.
"Boss Xue, Mubai is downstairs. He seems to have come here to seek refuge. There are too many people outside. He's cold and hungry," said the waiter.
"Oh, oh, it's him. Let him come up. He's lucky that he's still alive. Otherwise, it would be troublesome to explain to Mu He, "said Xue Zang.
The waiter soon brought Mubai to the attic. The attic was not huge, but it was decently decorated. It was in the style of the ancient Qin Dynasty. One could sit on the tatami mats and drink tea while watching the traffic outside the clock tower. That being said, it was currently crowded with people.
"Uncle Xue, you've taken in so many people, and even gave them food. I didn't expect you to be such a kind person," Mubai came in with a smile. He did not sound like a stranger when he spoke.
"Kid, you didn't listen to me when I told you not to go to the outer walls. Look, your Uncle Mu He and I almost thought you died there. Great, you made it back alive," Xue Zang patted Mubai on the shoulder.
"Where's my uncle? Is he alright?" asked Mubai.
"Why are you still calling him uncle? Don't blame him. Back then, Mu Zhuoyun was the head of the family. If he knew that your uncle had an illegitimate son like you, he would definitely kick up a fuss. That's why he said that you and your mother were distant relatives. "Xue Zang said earnestly.
"I … I just got used to it." Mubai's gaze wandered, but he didn't dare to reveal anything.
"I don't know where he is right now, but he's definitely fine, so don't worry. By the way, I heard from the people who came here to seek refuge that you were taken away by the Imperial Magicians. Are you alright? "asked Xue Zang.
Mubai's heart tightened.
He didn't expect Xue Zang to be so well-informed. This was going to be troublesome. If Xue Zang and Mu He were both from the Black Vatican, they would definitely be on guard!
"It has nothing to do with me. The Imperial Magicians took the guy called Fang Gu away, saying that they were looking for the Water of Kun or something. In the end, Fang Gu used the Water of Kun to refine his skeletons," Mubai calmed down and remained calm.
As a matter of fact, Mubai's heart was already pounding heavily.
"I don't really understand, but it's great that you're fine. By the way, don't you have a few classmates with you? You can ask them to come over. It's a great disaster, we should take care of them." Xue Zang's eyes rolled, but he soon put on a clueless expression.
"Oh, they went to the museum. They said that they think the Geyser Spring is related to the Water of Kun. They are on their way to verify it," said Mubai.
"The Geyser Spring, isn't that something from Bo City? Don't tell me your classmate Mofan still has the Geyser Spring?" Xue Zang squinted.
"Who knows? Anyway, when someone mentioned the relationship between the villages and Bo City, Mofan was very excited. They then went to the museum. I was too lazy to follow them around, so I came here to rest, "said Mubai with a disdainful look.
"Oh? The Imperial Magician went to the museum with them too? "asked Xue Zang.
"I don't think so, they only thought of it after they left the Imperial Magician's place … I have no idea what the Geyser Spring is for. I'll ask my uncle when he's back," said Mubai.
"Mm, mm, oh, Mubai, have a seat here, I have something to attend to," said Xue Zang.
"Sure," Mubai nodded.
Watching Xue Zang leave, Mubai felt like his heart was about to jump out from his chest.
After some time, when his emotions finally calmed down, Mubai's face was filled with pain. His eyes were red.
His heart was filled with complicated feelings. He even felt like he was going to have a mental breakdown at any second.
He really hoped that it was only his speculation. He hoped that Mofan and the others did not see anyone at the museum. It would prove that Great Deacon Hu Jin was not the Black Vatican, and that Zhang Xiaohou had made a wrong judgment.
However, if he was not the Black Vatican …
Then all of his hopes would turn into bubbles!
The execution of the decapitation plan meant that all of the higher-ups would be buried with Salan. As for the eight Undead Emperors that threatened the safety of the entire inner city, no one would be able to fight against them. The only thing that awaited the one million people in this city was a dark and boundless death. They would be swallowed up by this tide of death bit by bit … including themselves, their mothers, their classmates, and their friends.
Either way, his heart would be pierced by thousands of holes.
Even so, his instincts were urging him to make the decision, as he was still able to distinguish between good and evil!
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In a certain corner of Huiming Street, two men were wearing dark blue coats. Their faces were covered with a thick layer of cloth. It was obvious that they did not want anyone to see their faces.
"Are you sure there are no Imperial Magicians following them?" asked Great Deacon Hu Jin.
"Do you think the inner city has turned into a lone island, with the tide of undead slamming at the barrier, and the Imperial Magicians' whereabouts are still unknown, let alone the authorities that are watching us. I'm sure those kids have gone to the museum on their own. However, if they know the Geyser Spring is the Water of Kun, with the power of the Geyser Spring, the rain will lose its effect for more than a day … if the tide of undead hides for a day, half of the people will be evacuated. When that happens, our plan will … "said Xue Zang.
Great Deacon Hu Jin frowned. It was already a huge mistake for them to fail to apprehend Fang Gu. However, the Heavens were watching over them. Fang Gu had already used the Water of Kun to refine the undead. They could not retrieve it. To their surprise, Mofan and the others had discovered the secret of the Geyser Spring!
"If that idiot Yu Ang didn't fail twice, none of this would have happened!" cursed Great Deacon Hu Jin furiously.
Back in Bo City, as one of the masterminds, Great Deacon Hu Jin would never involve himself, as his identity would be exposed if he did. However, the incompetence of his subordinates had exceeded his expectations. Not only did they fail the first time in Bo City, they even lost to a Blue Deacon the second time in the Magic City!
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