Chapter 1041: Qin Mu
Chapter 1041: Qin Mu
September 25, 2017
The Mystery Unveiled!
In a vast, pitch-black cave where one couldn't see their fingers in front of them, a young man cautiously leaned against a corner, his eyes wide open and ears pressed tightly against the cave wall, not daring to let his guard down for a moment.
It was clear that this young man was hiding from some pursuers.
His name was Qin Mu, a loose cultivator, and an exceptional one at that. He was ranked within the top fifty on the Dragon Tiger Rankings for loose cultivators.
Don't underestimate the top fifty; after the Coalition Against Dong Zhuo, not only had the power of the Foreigner Lords skyrocketed, but even the strength of these loose cultivators had surged.
The Dragon Tiger Rankings, once a joke in Lu Hai Kong's eyes, now featured numerous cultivators with power levels exceeding 90. The top fifteen were all above 90 in attributes, while Qin Mu, ranked 47th, had a martial power of 89.
Of course, 89 might not seem impressive to Lu Hai Kong, but Qin Mu was different from other martial artists. He possessed a unique skill.
This skill was called Earth Ear, a name that seemed ordinary, but the ability was extraordinary. As long as his ears touched the ground or even leaned against a wall, he could perceive every movement within a ten-li radius. The skill's power was evident.
With his Earth Ear skill, Qin Mu was known as 'The Uncatchable.' Yet, here he was, looking pitiful and miserable.
The cause of his current state was none other than himself. Qin Mu deeply regretted his decision. Why hadn't he just played around in some random instance instead of joining the crowd and entering this so-called 'New World'?
Indeed, the Qin Mu before their eyes was one of the hundreds who had recently entered the New World through the Enigma Gate at Shanhaiguan.
When he first entered, Qin Mu had felt quite pleased with himself, believing that his skill would allow him to thrive anywhere. He thought he could not only survive in this new, unexplored world but also make a fortune and uncover its mysteries.
Qin Mu wasn't alone in this belief; nearly all of the hundred who entered with him shared the same thought.
However, the moment they arrived, their illusions were shattered.
This world was not the idyllic paradise they had imagined, with instances and treasures everywhere. Instead, they were greeted by a blood-red sky, a scorched black land devoid of greenery beneath their feet, and a scorching heat wave that felt like it could cook them alive, reaching temperatures as high as forty degrees.
Out of the hundred, ninety-nine regretted their decision upon witnessing this scene, and many instinctively wanted to turn back.
But the moment they entered, there was no turning back. When they looked back, the mysterious stone gate had sealed shut.
However, the terror didn't end there. As they stood bewildered by the desolate and scorching hellish world before them, the 'people' of this world discovered them.
Greedy eyes peered at them from every corner, blending with the oppressive heat. Overwhelmed by the sudden fall from paradise to despair, the loose cultivators didn't immediately notice these gazes.
By the time they realized, they were already surrounded.
The ones surrounding them were human-like figures with shriveled skin, resembling skeletons wrapped in loose skin.
Qin Mu, who had been on the run from these beings for days, still felt a chill down his spine at the memory. His fear didn't stem from their appearance but from their brutal methods.
When hundreds of people first entered this world, those who were surrounded on the first day and failed to escape in time were mostly devoured.
Even though Qin Mu had killed countless people and witnessed many horrific scenes, when he saw a group of 'people' cannibalizing, he couldn't help but feel disturbed. The sight even pushed him to the brink of mental collapse over the past few days.
Although his Earth Ear had already scanned the area within several dozen li, and he knew there were no other people nearby, he still felt a sense of horror and fear.
He was well aware that his current mental state was terrible, and if it continued, even if he managed to evade everyone's pursuit, he would eventually scare himself to death.
To survive, he had to adjust his mental state.
However, just as Qin Mu was about to act on this thought, he suddenly heard some unusual sounds while leaning against the wall.
The moment he heard the sounds, Qin Mu became alert. His guard, which had slightly relaxed, was raised once more, and his attention focused entirely on the sounds that had caught his attention.
"What are you up to? I went through so much trouble to gather these people, and you ate most of them! What's left are all useless! Where's the body I want?"
"I don't want to hear any explanations. Kill all those who led the cannibalism, and remember this: if my plan fails and I can't reach that world, you won't live either!"
"Why are you still standing there? Weren't there some humans left to capture? Go and bring them to this general!"
"Pfft!"
Qin Mu was puzzled by the voices he heard. Throughout, he could only make out a single person's voice, but from their words, it seemed like they were conversing with someone. Moreover, it sounded like they had just kicked their companion, as Qin Mu recognized the sound of a heavy impact, yet he never heard the other person's voice.
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This perplexed Qin Mu, or rather, it should be said that he was terrified.
It was then that Qin Mu realized that apart from the voice, he couldn't pinpoint the location of its owner. It was as if the person didn't exist at all.
What did this mean? It meant that Qin Mu's Earth Ear was almost entirely ineffective against these two individuals!
This was extremely detrimental to Qin Mu, as in this world, Earth Ear was his only means of survival. If even Earth Ear couldn't guarantee his safety, his situation would become even more perilous.
Moreover, there was an even more terrifying fact: since he couldn't identify the location of the two individuals, it meant they could appear anywhere at any time.
Upon realizing this, Qin Mu couldn't remain seated any longer.
He suddenly felt that his current location might not be safe, and he had to move.
Although his rational mind suggested that staying put might be the best option in this situation, he couldn't overcome his inner fear, and so he began to act.
However, shortly after leaving his hiding place, Qin Mu was horrified to find someone standing before him.
In the pitch-black environment, Qin Mu couldn't make out the person's appearance, but at that moment, appearances no longer mattered. What mattered was his survival. He could sense that the person before him was an existence he couldn't possibly defeat!
Just as Qin Mu turned around, he suddenly found himself unable to move. Then, the voice he had heard earlier rang out again.
"There's a saying, isn't there? It's like finding something without any effort. I was just worrying about not having a suitable body, and you conveniently delivered one to me. I should thank you; otherwise, I wouldn't know what to do."
As these words landed, Qin Mu felt his vision darken, and he collapsed. A moment later, the person stood up again, a sinister smile on his face...
(End of Chapter)
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