"Have the mycelium larvae been removed from your body?" Kael hesitated for a moment, then walked to Vai. In a situation where they were all formal wizards, he subconsciously preferred to stay with Vai, who was also an apprentice.
nearby.
Vai didn't say anything, just nodded silently.
Although Kael thought Vai's reaction was a bit strange, he didn't think much about it and asked casually: "Didn't I say it was difficult to clean up before? How come it was done all of a sudden?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Kael felt that something was wrong in the atmosphere, because he inadvertently turned his attention to Doakes, who was standing opposite.
Doakes was seen clenching his fists and covering his mouth, turning his face sideways, his shoulders shaking. He looked like he was...snickering secretly?
Kael looked to the other side in confusion, but Angel had no expression on his face. He just looked at himself with a look full of meaning.
The atmosphere was so weird that Kael was suddenly at a loss. He turned around to ask Vai, but when he turned around, he discovered that Vai, who had been silent before, was looking at the dark void with his head raised at 45 degrees.
Through the light source above the arena, you can faintly see that his eyes are slightly moist, as if there is water in them.
Vai is...crying?
When Kael was wondering if he was wrong, the voice of the Black Earl suddenly came over.
"You will still play in the end, but you will be replaced in the next game."
The Black Earl's tone did not imply any discussion, and Kael naturally did not dare to refuse. As for who should be replaced, it didn't take much thinking to know that only Vai could take the role.
Could it be that the reason why Vai cried was because he resisted the duel?
If this is the case, then there is actually no need to worry. Master Chao Dimension has already communicated with him the method of each battle before. For example, the previous duel between him and Fen Mo was planned by Angel.
So, if you just need to explain the battle strategy to Vai, you won't resist, right?
Kael tentatively asked his guess in a tactful way.
In response to this, the Black Earl did not speak, but just sneered. Vai seemed to have not heard anything at all, like a lost soul, with dull eyes, looking into the distance.
At this time, Angel gave the answer in the psychic belt: "There is no need to communicate strategies. Just like before, Vai will have his own plan."
Kael: "Don't we need to communicate strategies? But..."
Kael wanted to say, wasn't Vai very resistant? But when the words came to his lips, he still didn't say them out, and instead said: "But, the remaining two apprentices on the opposite side look difficult to deal with...
…”
Whether it's the giant demon elephant whose appearance is unclear, or the shepherd leaning on the black-faced sheep, they both look much stronger than Pink Momo. Especially the demon elephant, with its thick blood, is far better than Kael.
The threat can be felt from a distance. As for the Shepherd, although it is not clear how strong he is, the Black Earl has clearly said that he is a "Rhythm Apprentice".
As long as you are a Cadence apprentice, even if you are not the strongest Water Rhythm, you must not underestimate him.
Angel reassured: "Don't worry, the ghost's ability was actually quite restrained by Vai before. Didn't Vai also rely on himself to turn defeat into victory? Believe in Vai, he will have his own strategy. Moreover, compared to
Starting from the duel with the ghost, Vai will have a duel at the end. At least he can know who his opponent is, which also gives him more time to think about the layout."
Because there are only two apprentices on the opposite side, no matter who Kael faces next, the remaining one will definitely be Vai's opponent.
Of course, this premise is that Kael must win the next duel. Otherwise, Vai will have to face a round-robin battle between two opponents.
However, Angel said this, and he was actually certain that Kael would definitely win. After all, the trump card he gave Kael has now revealed a nightmare mark. If the remaining trump cards are used against one person in a row,
If he couldn't do it, how could Angel have the nerve to call him his trump card?
When Kael thought about it, he felt that it was right. If he dealt with the demon elephant, then Vai only had to think about how to deal with the shepherd; and vice versa.
In this way, Vai can know who his opponent is in advance and gives him a long time to prepare. Just as Lord Chao Dimension said, believe Vai, he will definitely have his own strategy.
Thinking of this, Kael nodded: "I understand."
Angel smiled and said, "As long as you understand."
After a pause, Angel suddenly added: "Besides, even if Vai loses, won't you still be able to play?"
The rules of this duel are different from those in the Sky Tower. The winner can choose to let his teammates go up at any time and rest by himself. There is no problem in going up again after he has had enough rest. The loser will be eliminated directly and will not be eligible to go up again.
Therefore, as long as Kael wins the next game, even if Vai loses the next game, Kael still has a chance to play again and regain the chance of victory.
Angel blinked at Kael with an expression of "I'm optimistic about you."
Kael was stunned for a moment. Although there was nothing wrong with what Master Chao Dimension said,... one second he said, 'Believe in Vai', and the next second he suddenly said these words, which made Kael
I don’t know what to reply, and besides, is Lord Chao Dimension optimistic about Vai or not?
Kael didn't ask, but Angel read his eyes.
Is he optimistic about Vai or not? This question is difficult for Angel himself to answer. After all, he doesn’t know whether the Black Count will also prepare trump cards for Vai, and whether Vai’s layout can really achieve a sure win.
degree.
In terms of winning rate, he was more optimistic about Kael, because Kael had the trump card he gave him. Therefore, rather than being optimistic about Vai or Kael, Angel was more optimistic about himself.
Without further explanation, Angel smiled and said, "You performed well in the duel, keep up the good work."
After saying this, Angel was ready to end the short conversation.
However, Kael grabbed the last moment and asked the deepest doubt in his heart: "Sir, Vai seemed to be crying just now...it's a bit strange, what happened to him?"
Angel paused for a second before replying: "Well, I think you'd better not ask now. After you leave here and return to the Sandworm Market, you can ask Doakes alone. Hmm...
…If you are still interested in this issue by then.”
Angel gave an ambiguous answer with deep meaning.
Although Kael is still confused, he has never paid much attention to other things except the ruins information. Since Master Chao Dimension said so, maybe there is something unspeakable in it? If that is the case, Kael
I still think it’s better not to ask for a deeper explanation.
After chatting, Kael's original excitement due to victory has gradually calmed down. Moreover, Kael will only have to deal with one more person later, which makes Kael's psychological burden lighter again.
Soon after, the voice of the wise master sounds, and the duel will begin again.
Kael still took the stage first. Not long after he took the stage, a melodious field tune came to his ears.
Kael raised his head and looked to the opposite side. In the backlight, a man with long green hair wearing a goat demon mask walked leisurely onto the arena while humming a whistle.
His steps were relaxed and leisurely, as if he was strolling through his own backyard. Combined with his loose robes and his long green hair, it was even more leisurely.
If there was no mask, I would probably look even more lazy.
While Kael was thinking this, his opponent stood still more than ten meters away, stopped humming, and then took off the Goatman mask from his face.
Guiying has also taken off a mask before, but Guiying took off his mask more like a way to create momentum. He only took off half of it to give people a daydream, and then put it back on. The atmosphere was full, but it had no real effect.
And this person who took off the mask really took off the mask and revealed his true face. Under the mask, there was a young man who was not handsome, but felt gentle and elegant, and matched the temperament of his body very well.
After he took off the mask of the Goat Demon, the mask automatically became smaller and was pinned to his waist.
Only then did the other party raise his eyes to look at Kael. He gently turned the piccolo in his hand and bowed gracefully: "Shepherd, please give me some advice."
Kael thought for a moment and said softly: "Traveller."
The shepherd was slightly startled, then said with a smile: "Your name is Traveler? It is closely related to my name."
Kael frowned. The names Traveler and Shepherd should have nothing to do with each other, right? Kael was cursing in his heart, but he remained silent on his face.
When the shepherd saw that Kael didn't answer, he wasn't angry. He still said gently: "Our hearts are not where we are."
Before Kael understood what the shepherd meant, the shepherd spontaneously explained: "The traveler's heart is in the distance. And the shepherd's heart is also in the distance, in the wind-swept woods, in the
On the coast with white sand and floating waves, in the fertile soil with fertile water and grass, and... on the star field with endless brilliance."
Kael was stunned by this series of arias, and it took him a while to recover: "You are not like a shepherd, more like a bard."
The shepherd smiled and said: "Actually, they are both the same. A shepherd herds the sheep he leads in his hand; a poet herds the sheep galloping in his heart."
Every word the shepherd said would make people feel embarrassed when spoken by other people. But for some reason, the shepherd said it with an elegant rhythm, as if these words should have come from his mouth.
It won't make people feel uncomfortable, it will just feel noble and pleasant.
If on a moonlit night, with a harp in hand, strolling leisurely in the courtyard, and a pregnant girl hears the shepherd's chant, she will most likely fall into despair on the spot.
Facing such an elegant opponent, Kael suddenly felt a little embarrassed and didn't know what to answer better.
If he doesn't speak, he seems to be on a lower level than the other person. But if he does speak, and his words are inappropriate, he seems to be inferior in comparison.
This sudden spiritual dilemma made Kael feel uncomfortable.
Kael's thoughts seemed to be seen by the shepherd. On the contrary, the shepherd smiled gently and came to the rescue: "The traveler's footsteps never stop. I must have seen a lot of scenery, right?"
Kael subconsciously replied: "I like exploring ruins."
Shepherd: "Sure enough, travelers all have their own hobbies and goals, and they keep moving forward for such goals. I'm so envious. Although my heart is far away, my body still stays where I am."
Kael: "Why?"
The shepherd paused for a second and said with a smile: "Because I have to shepherd sheep."
After the shepherd finished speaking, the voice of the wise master sounded at the right time: "The gossip can stop, the duel begins."
Although the Wise Lord had already announced the start of the duel, neither Shepherd nor Kael took action immediately.
The shepherd spun the flute around, then grabbed it and said, "I don't really like fighting, I prefer playing the flute. Do you have any music you want to listen to?"
Kael did not speak, but stretched out his hand and gently drew a crack in the space beside him.
The crack slowly grew larger until it could accommodate one person. At this time, from the crack... it should be called a crack now, a tall figure walked out of the crack.
The visitor is bathed in the luster of metal, and his whole body is filled with mechanical beauty.
"Alchemy puppet." The shepherd raised his eyebrows.
Kael did not say a word, nor did he let the alchemy puppet come forward, but looked at the shepherd warily.
The shepherd shrugged: "Since you didn't answer, let me just play a song... Do you like to listen to the sound of the wind?"
The moment the words fell, the shepherd raised his hand and brought the flute to his mouth, and a melodious tune sounded.
Along with the melody comes a gentle wind that wraps around the shepherd.
The shepherd rode the wind and was suspended in mid-air.
At this time, the shepherd put down his piccolo and looked at Kael: "The rhythm of the wind is a hymn played for travelers."
When Kael was confused, the shepherd's tune sounded again. This time, the surrounding wind was no longer gentle, but began to gradually become thicker.
There seemed to be wisps of mist and thick and light rain clouds all around. Blown by the heavy wind, the dense clouds turned into dark colors, and the wisps continued to circle.
In front of Kael's eyes, there seemed to be a long road covered with thunder and lightning, storm winds and dark clouds.
At this time, Kael seemed to understand a little bit what the shepherd meant by "a carol for travelers".
This is a travel epic that belongs to travelers and a long song played for travelers.
For everyone who embarks on a journey, the road ahead will not be smooth sailing, with ups and downs. It is a bumpy road full of unknowns, a road of thorns, and a road shrouded in heavy rain and strong winds.
The role played by the shepherd at this time is the heavy rain and strong wind that block the travelers. Passing through is a carol; falling here is a death knell!
It has to be said that the shepherd's "momentum building" is much stronger than that of the previous ghost.
If "building momentum" can be divided into internal and external aspects, Ghost Shadow only has superficial external effects, while Shepherd has both internal and external aspects.
Under this kind of momentum, even Kael almost "fell".
——Being treated so seriously by the shepherd, Kael suddenly had the urge to give up using extraneous means and alchemy puppets. He wanted to be like Vai, using his own abilities to fight and win.
However, this is just a thought.
Kael understands the situation clearly. If he really gives up extraneous measures, the chance of winning will not be too great. At this critical moment, if he loses the duel because of his willfulness, he himself will feel guilty.
What's more, compared to any "real battle", Kael is more looking forward to going to the legacy after the victory.
Exploring ruins is more interesting than anything else.
Thinking of this, Kael stopped thinking and concentrated on dealing with this battle that he absolutely could not lose.