Chapter 864: Homecoming
Chapter 864: Homecoming
Lindsey decided to head home first.
He was also prepared to cease the conflict in the City of Law and restore peace to the numerous worlds.
But he hadn't forgotten the purpose of his journey.
Especially with his current speed, crossing worlds wasn't a lengthy journey that would take years.
So, he decided to head home first.
Even dealing with the Sinner Mark along the way became an option.
Then, Lindsey realized a fact.
The City of Law was vast!
Through gathering information on the road, he learned that in the distant past, the City of Law had been repeatedly transformed by several Righteous Kings.
Today, both its area and durability far exceeded that of ordinary worlds.
This was the main reason why this land could bear the greatest battles between Eight-Stage Awakeners.
As a result, Lindsey, who could have reached the world's edge in just a few days, now faced a journey of about a month to reach the Rye Plain.
The City of Law was incredibly vast.
As he walked, Lindsey passed through some plains and saw the familiar golden rye from his childhood memories.
He casually plucked a stalk and examined it in his hand.
Golden Rye (High-Yield)
[A mutant crop with strong reproductive ability, wide adaptability, high yield, and strong disease resistance.]
[A super plant, of moderate value.]
"..."
"This is the Golden Rye I left in the past."
Lindsey was filled with emotions.
His previous speculations finally materialized at this moment, but when he opened his friends list.
Lindsey: [Nolan, are you there?]
Lindsey: [Help me.]
Lindsey: [I have a question. Is there a way to remove the Sinner Mark from a Law Guardian?]
There was no response from the other side of the friend channel.
Lindsey waited for a long time, but Ranger Nolan's mark still appeared gray.
"Sigh..."
"I hope you've just left this universe and didn't disappear mysteriously in battle."
Lindsey offered his blessings to this friend from the past.
Then, he continued his journey, heading towards his hometown.
During this month-long journey, he didn't forget to sort out the gains from the previous world.
First were two quests.
[Curiosity/Material: Time Anchor]
[This item can stabilize the wearer on the current timeline, unaffected by any temporal attributes or skills. It can also be implanted into the body to correct already occurred effects of this type.]
[A metal probe firmly piercing the river of time, unmoved by external forces.]
[A special item, of high value.]
"Immunity to temporal interference."
Lindsey nodded.
The main objective of the 'Escape the Uncontrolled Machinery' quest was to eliminate the temporal chaos, and the reward was a specialized item for such situations, which he fully understood.
Holding this item in his hand, the Time Anchor's external design was a simple metal needle.
But when grasped, it simultaneously conveyed a sense of heaviness and lightness, as if its material itself represented its magical properties.
Especially in high-stage Awakener battles.
This excellent defensive trait would surely have its moment to shine.
Moving on to the next quest reward.
[Curiosity/Material: Living Metal]
[Can replace any metal as a material for crafting equipment; can unlock extremely rare synthesis formulas under specific conditions; essential for technological advancement.]
The subtle flow of metallic particles on his fingertips felt almost alive.
An extraordinary item, its value immeasurable.
Brrrr—
Silver metal flowed on Lindsey's hand, bringing a chilling sensation.
He stared at the item, his thoughts becoming complex.
As a substitute for any metal, this single attribute was already impressive. Especially with the rare synthesis formula and the description of technological upgrades, it was a highly sought-after item.
Lindsey knew he couldn't see the rest of the content yet.
But he couldn't suppress his curiosity, placing it on the workbench.
[1 Living Metal + ??? + ??? + ??? = ???]
[1 Living Metal + ??? + ??? + ??? = ?????]
"..."
"Is this too vague?"
Lindsey touched his forehead.
[Living Metal] He could use it now, as the synthesis of metal magic patterns required this material, and he could use this item as a substitute.
But its extreme value made Lindsey reluctant to consume it directly, so he preserved the [Living Metal].
Finally, he upgraded the module.
The experience in the chaotic temporal rift was deemed akin to completing a dungeon and slaying monsters, and the [Gaming Module] also received a new upgrade.
[Loot Chest: After defeating a target, there's a chance to obtain a loot chest, which can contain materials, equipment, coins, and other items.]
Note: I don't absolutely need this equipment! But brother, you understand, the guild's main force lacks these upgrades. Next time we get equipment, it'll definitely be allocated to you. The guild's brothers are like family; you'll be taken care of.
"..."
"Isn't the [Gaming Module] a bit too utilitarian?"
Lindsey's expression was subtle.
At first, [Add Friend] was like gathering a mob to gang up on someone, the best tool for team combat. Next, [Monster Slaying and Leveling Up], even more so, using killing as motivation, constantly enhancing strength.
Now, it's good, and then there's [Loot Chest].
Lindsey's imagination ran wild, and he couldn't help but shudder.
If he had just awakened during his childhood, his memories completely overwhelmed by his past life, then upon activating this module, induced by the enhanced strength, who knows what Lindsey would become?
"This must be approached with caution."
"It's like [Hunting Materials], if it's not necessary, I must not immerse myself in this harvest."
Lindsey warned himself.
Along the way, he also encountered other Righteous One forces.
But the presence of the formidable Eight-Stage Awakened was terrifying, felt from a distance. Lindsey detoured, and no trouble was encountered on the road.
Occasionally, he tried to chat with passersby.
But most were on guard.
In the best-case scenario, they'd part ways; sometimes, Lindsey would turn around and leave, and if they couldn't catch up, he'd let it go.
Thus, Lindsey continued forward.
After some time, the familiar Forbidden Mountain Range appeared before him.
"Finally, we're here!"
In the world of the City of Law, rain fell from the sky.
Lindsey was excited, activating the [Freedom Mark], soaring over the mountain range.
Upon reaching the summit, his initial excitement froze in place, allowing the cold wind and rain to hit him, but his clothes remained dry.
His gaze pierced through the rain.
Before him, only an empty plain.
Beneath the mountain range, the river from Lindsey's memory flowed slowly across the land, but searching the surroundings revealed not even a shadow of a village.
(End of Chapter)
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