Hidden injury healed
After getting up with the help of his companions, Ximu discovered that there were two overlapping magic circles flashing beneath him.
Because they were located too marginally, most of the light even extended into the air, creating a chilling beauty that seemed to be dancing in the air.
"...He's the best fighter among us, so why are there so many problems?"
Morina looked at her unhappyly. Although she said so, she did not remove the magic circle immediately.
The green that clears the mind and concentrates the spirit and the gold that nourishes the soul complement each other, and warm and abundant power continuously flows towards Ximu. In the calmness, there is a desperate determination, as if he has not even considered whether his magic power will be exhausted.
And at several important energy flow points in the magic circle, there are many familiar ornaments placed.
After looking carefully, Ximu quickly recognized that these were all things on Ruixia's body.
In addition to these, of the three mechanical beasts that came up with them, for some reason, only one was still alive, and the other two had fallen down with their limbs spread out, and it was obvious that some parts had been removed.
"Ah...that."
Following her gaze, Molina waved her hand, then leaned her body tiredly and leaned on Ximu's shoulder very rudely.
"Logically, after my flurry of attacks, anyone still breathing should have woken up immediately, but you didn't react at all, just staring blankly at the sky... Look how scared our little brother Ruixia was. Not only did he immediately use all his mental protection items, but he also quickly took out the energy cores of both Mechamons to recharge them - if you don't wake up soon, I'm afraid the last one won't be saved!"
As she spoke, she gave the black-haired boy a teasing smile, but the latter was obviously still in a worried state and had no time to pay attention to anything else.
"All these items I have on me have worn out on the journey. If I don't recharge them, I'm afraid they won't have enough energy and won't be useful... Thank goodness you're finally awake."
This time was different from before. No matter how they called out to Xi Mu, there was no response, which really scared them.
Feeling the warmth of Morina leaning on his shoulder, Ximu looked at Ruixia beside him and apologized again: "...I'm sorry."
They haven't even officially entered the academy yet, but they've already suffered such a huge loss because of her... From now on, she will definitely protect them well.
"Come to think of it, have we been dragged into some kind of illusion again this time?"
Upon hearing this, Ximu did not answer Ruixia immediately, but after a moment, he shook his head slightly.
Seeing that she was indeed getting better, Morina retracted the magic circle and subconsciously reached out to check her again.
But this time, Ximu did not let her control him like before, but stopped her just as gently.
"What's the matter? Why won't you let me see it?"
"Because... I'm already well."
After saying that, Ximu touched her earlobe and took off the diamond-shaped earring that was obviously damaged.
The originally beautiful transparent crystal had shattered and cracked, and the aqua-green light had long since disappeared - and it was at this moment that Ximu quickly thought of a more reasonable explanation.
"Thanks to its gentle care along the way, my previous hidden injuries have almost healed."
"Why?!"
The priestess girl, who was originally planning to have a good argument with her about the compensation for the magic weapon, instantly forgot her words, blinked her eyes, and then made a tone that was obviously not very convinced.
"Given your previous condition, even if our head priest came in person, he might not be able to restore you to your original state. I gave you a magical weapon, not a holy weapon. How could it be possible..."
Before she could finish her words, Molina felt someone gently pat her other shoulder.
Looking at Ximu and Ruixia who were on the same side of her, she was shocked, sat up straight, and turned her head away hurriedly.
——It’s Ximu!
She didn't know when there was an identical Xi Mu beside her!
Molina gasped in shock, turned around and was about to shout, but found that there was an extra Ximu standing behind Ruixia!
The young man was obviously more composed than her. After a brief pause, he figured out the key and asked the original Xi Mu beside him: "...clone?"
Ximu nodded, and then without knowing how to do anything, the two lifelike figures suddenly dissipated and disappeared like smoke.
"You can actually use magic?!"
I know that Ximu has been subject to great restrictions all along and has not been able to exert his full strength, but given his physical condition, it is already very difficult for him to maintain that speed.
Morina had given her the magic weapon originally just hoping to relieve her pain as much as possible. Now that she had actually recovered to the point where she could use magic, although she was certainly a little suspicious, she was still more happy.
Realizing that Ruixia was staring at him, Ximu knew what he was worried about and spread out his hands so that he could see his condition more clearly.
There were no twitches, no spasms, no uncontrollable tremors of pain.
"I didn't force myself...I'm really fine."
"Then, those previous incurable injuries..."
Just like before, before he could finish, Ximu drew out his short knife and gestured towards the empty space at his feet: "Just now I heard you say there's something wrong with this place... Is this place okay?"
It took a moment to realize what she was asking. Ruixia checked it out and nodded to indicate that it was fine here.
Then, Ximu swung his hand back and casually threw the dagger in his hand onto the brick ground.
——Click.
The blade instantly sank into the ground, and several winding cracks appeared around it, showing how amazing the force of this casual blow was.
After pulling it out effortlessly, Ximu smiled at Ruixia.
Although the arc was not big, Ruixia could actually read some confidence and complacency in the faint smile.
For some reason, after waking up from the coma this time, Ximu seemed to become a little different from before.
"Oh, gods, I never thought a magical instrument imbued with the blessing runes of the God of Life could be so miraculous... My goodness, how are you going to thank me for such a great favor? And you even broke it! - I'm telling you, this isn't something money can solve. After we get out of here, you must volunteer for me at the Temple of Life for three months!"
Not sure if she really believed it, but Morina started planning for the future as usual, without asking too many questions about the rationality of this medical miracle.
"This is borrowed. If it breaks, I have to return it."
Xi Mu didn't refuse and carefully put the earrings away: "Don't worry, no one can hurt you with me here."
Every time, Morina always shouts the loudest, but once she is attacked by all kinds of direct balls, she is still the first to be shy.
"Ahem, ahem... Oh, that's quite exciting..."
People become very busy when they are embarrassed. She coughed and her eyes were wandering. Fortunately, Ruixia came over to talk to Ximu at this time and didn't have time to laugh at her.
"Okay, then you guys just rest here for a while. I'll plan the route, and we'll go in from here first."
Because Ximu suddenly became ill earlier, Ruixia had to stop the work at hand - now that her companions were safe, she naturally had to focus on how to move forward.
Ximu nodded, then sat obediently next to Molina.
Seeing that she was meditating to restore her magic power - what a good excuse to refuse to communicate with others - Ximu also sat cross-legged, gathering magic power bit by bit, and began the magic training that she used to do every day.
There was no other way. The previous situation where even using a scroll would backfire did not allow her to continue this good habit... Now that she had some free time, it would be a good idea to familiarize herself with and consolidate it first.
And...she actually understood it in her heart.
What I said just now only seems reasonable on the surface, but if you really look into it, there are still many problems.
But unlike the old man they met before, the reason why Ruixia and Morina did not ask any more questions was mainly because they cared more about her than getting to the bottom of the matter.
That's fine.
The less they know, the further they are from unknown dangers.
Thinking of this, Ximu opened his eyes and looked up, but his gaze did not fall on any specific place. Instead, he looked through layers of buildings and looked at a place that was unknown where it was, but actually existed.
She could clearly feel—
The "gaze" cast at her from the void did not seem to disappear.
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After Ruixia's diligent analysis, they spent nearly an hour on the platform of just over ten meters, and finally, while avoiding all uncertainties, they walked into the indoor space that was integrated with the rock wall with difficulty.
The light inside was average, but fortunately there were many candles lit, which made the scene inside quite clear.
This is obviously the supply area that the old man mentioned earlier.
The interior was vast, with numerous wooden boxes stacked in various categories, likely housing food, clothing, and other daily necessities. Looking further out, a prominent cooking area could be seen. A path extended to the other side; its purpose was currently unknown, but judging by the clothes hangers and sheets hung to dry, it was likely a laundry area.
"Wow... this bread looks pretty fresh."
"Don't touch it."
Seeing that Morina was trying to reach out to take the food from the basket beside her, Ruixia quickly turned back to stop her.
"It's just like outside. What you see with your naked eyes doesn't match the actual energy field at all. It's best not to move around."
“…Okay.”
The young priest listened to the advice, quickly withdrew his hands, and stood obediently beside Xi Mu.
"Look, the screen shows that there should be a huge collapse in the ground here, but..."
The other two looked in the direction Ruixia pointed, and saw that the place was flat and intact, without any sign of danger at all.
"Want to give it a try?"
Ximu's tone was calm, as if he was just asking whether to take the left foot or the right foot first.
"Stop it."
Although she was not asked to go in person, Ruixia turned and looked at the last mechanical beast they had left.
After receiving the order, the giant toad leaped up, and then—
Landed steadily on the ground.
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