The Dark Magician

Chapter 55: The Dark Magician

Zhao Hai and the other two returned to the castle and immediately instructed Meg to make preparations. They needed to leave for Purcell Duchy within the next two days, and they would be taking everyone along with them.

Fortunately, the preparations were relatively simple. They didn't have many belongings since they had everything they needed in the space. Moreover, the slaves had been living in the space for some time, so they didn't require much preparation either. Informing them of the plan was sufficient.

Two days later, after spending some time in the space, the slaves entered it once again. However, this time, Zhao Hai didn't join them. He had to hurry outside with Green.

During their previous trip, only Green had gone alone. As an expert, he could move swiftly by using Battle Qi to increase his speed. With Zhao Hai accompanying him this time, their speed naturally couldn't match the previous one.

Fortunately, Zhao Hai had collected many undead creatures before they entered the space. He released them now, and he and Green sat on the back of an undead creature to expedite their journey. Although their speed couldn't compare to Green's previous solo journey, they were still able to maintain a steady pace. The undead creatures were tireless and could continue walking like perpetual motion machines as long as they were given a direction.

Sometimes, Zhao Hai would also summon Merine to join them. Since they didn't have many people, only a little over a hundred, but they had a thousand undead creatures in Zhao Hai's warehouse. It was more than enough to accommodate everyone.

The Black Wasteland was indeed vast, but with the undead creatures moving at a speed comparable to a galloping horse, they managed to catch up to it in three days of continuous travel. They finally arrived at the outskirts of the Black Wasteland.

In the past three days, the undead creatures maintained a fast pace, walking day and night. The continuous journey through the barren black earth and boundless black soil made Zhao Hai feel exhausted.

Green also felt relieved. Although he didn't have to walk this time, the unchanging scenery for a millennium was taxing on him. In the past three days, their conversations became fewer and fewer. Especially recently, they had been sitting in silence, gazing at the boundless black soil as if their souls were being sucked into it.

It was easy to imagine the impact it had on a person when suddenly, in such a situation, they were presented with a glimpse of green. Even if it was just a small patch of green, it made a huge difference.

Zhao Hai cheered and ran ahead, and Green's expression also relaxed. He smiled and said to Zhao Hai, "Young Master, are you surprised? The mountain here is unexpectedly high and steep."

Zhao Hai nodded, and Green continued, "Actually, it's not that strange. Iron Mountain is a ring-shaped mountain range that fluctuates greatly. However, this part of the mountain, even if it's not the highest point, is definitely not the lowest. In comparison, it's probably higher than the castle."

Zhao Hai nodded, looking at the wide canyon in the distance. That was the only entrance and exit to the Black Wasteland. As long as they passed through there, they would be within the boundaries of Purcell Duchy.

Green pointed at the canyon and said, "That place has a pleasant-sounding name, the 'Flowing Molten Iron Canyon.' It means that the iron in Iron Mountain flows out from there. However, Iron Mountain doesn't produce iron, and slowly, no one remembers the original name. Now it's called 'Forgotten Valley.' Once we pass through the valley, we'll see a fortress. It was built by Purcell Duchy and is called the 'Black Mountain Stopper.' Its purpose is to prevent large-scale beast disasters from the Black Wasteland. Sometimes, Magic Beasts from the Forgotten Valley run into Purcell Duchy. Strangely enough, these Magic Beasts never leave the Black Wasteland. They seem to recognize this place and never take a step outside. As a result, the area gradually became a paradise for adventurers. Although they no longer venture into the Carrion Swamp, they still come to Iron Mountain to capture or hunt Mountain Magic Beasts. Therefore, there are many adventurers in that area."

Zhao Hai nodded and asked, "What if they suspect us? What if we get discovered?"

Green smiled and said, "Young Master, don't worry. When we reach the Forgotten Valley, we'll directly enter the mountain. I'll go to the Black Mountain Stopper first and arrange for two sets of clothes. You can disguise yourself as a Dark Magician with the help of these undead creatures."

Dark Magicians were a group of people who specialized in studying dark magic, such as darkness magic, poison attribute magic, and blood attribute magic. In this world, Dark Magicians were not well-liked due to their association with dark magic. People generally avoided them, and if annoyed, they could be vengeful. Green's plan was to disguise Zhao Hai as a Dark Magician to deter others from getting too close and discovering their true identities.

Zhao Hai knew that his knowledge of this world was limited, so he agreed and said, "Grandpa Green, you take care of the arrangements. I haven't spent much time outside, and I'm not familiar with the situation out there. I'll rely on you to guide me."

Green nodded, understanding that the success of their plan was crucial for the survival of the Buda Family. They had to sell their radishes while hiding their true status. If they were discovered, it would spell big trouble for the family.

Green was genuinely concerned that Zhao Hai might act rashly. Buda Family was currently like a small mouse on the streets of Aksu Empire. Any sudden changes would attract the ruthless attacks of others. That was why Green had been cautious. If it weren't for the fact that Zhao Hai had replaced Adam, he wouldn't have dared to bring Zhao Hai out even if it cost him his life.

Now Green hoped that Zhao Hai could go out, as he was the one who would eventually rule the entire Buda Family. He needed to understand this world better. Green wanted to use this opportunity to help Zhao Hai familiarize himself with the world.

However, Green was also paving the way for Zhao Hai. He knew he wasn't getting any younger and understood that Zhao Hai needed to grow. Even if something were to happen to him in the future, he wanted Zhao Hai to be able to support the entire Buda Family on his own, giving him peace of mind.