mtlumby2d Chapter 128 Finding Xiao Bao's Mother
Chapter 128 Finding Xiao Bao's Mother
Upon hearing Huan Yuechu's words, the other companions also perked up and began to carefully observe the patterns of these mechanical puppets' movements.
At that moment, Xiao Bao in the team displayed a wit and keenness beyond his years.
Although he is still young, he is very clever and quick-witted.
After careful observation, he finally made a discovery—it turned out that after each round of attacks, these mechanical puppets would pause for a moment.
Then, without prior arrangement, they all converged on the flower bushes on the left and gathered their energy there.
"Sister, look! That could very well be where the central hub is located!"
Xiao Bao excitedly pointed to the flower bushes on the left and shouted at the top of his lungs.
Huan Yue looked up at the sound and her gaze instantly locked onto that direction.
Immediately afterward, she seized the opportunity, and with a swift movement, rushed towards the flower bushes on the left like an arrow released from a bow.
Just as she cautiously approached the vibrant, fragrant flowerbed...
Suddenly, a bottomless vortex appeared beneath my feet without warning!
The vortex was like a ferocious maw, radiating a powerful suction force, and it looked as if she was about to be mercilessly swallowed up.
In the blink of an eye, her face tightened, she gripped the sword tightly with both hands, and with all her might, she plunged it into the hard ground.
The sword was deeply embedded in the earth, as if it had taken root and firmly fixed her body in place.
Immediately afterwards, using the sword for support, she leaped upwards with all her might, and like a bolt of lightning, she plunged into the flower bushes.
Upon entering the flowerbed, she took a closer look and indeed discovered a core device shimmering with a mysterious blue light hidden deep within the flowers.
This core device is like a dazzling sapphire, radiating a breathtaking light.
Without the slightest hesitation, she raised her sword and slashed fiercely at the core device.
In an instant, a cold light flashed, accompanied by a crisp cracking sound, and the core device shattered.
As the core device shattered, the numerous puppets, which had been baring their fangs and displaying a menacing aura, instantly ceased all movement, as if their souls had been ripped out, collapsing to the ground and turning into a pile of lifeless scrap metal.
Seeing that the puppet had been successfully destroyed, the group, who had been on tenterhooks, finally breathed a long sigh of relief, and their tense nerves relaxed a little.
However, before they could fully recover from the tension, the surrounding scenery underwent another dramatic change.
In the blink of an eye, they found themselves in an ancient and solemn palace.
The palace is magnificent, with exquisite patterns and mysterious runes carved on the walls, magnificent crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, and smooth marble floors.
In the very center of the palace stands a colossal statue, tens of meters tall.
This statue is incredibly lifelike and depicts an exceptionally beautiful woman.
The woman wore a long, snow-white dress, with a graceful figure, beautiful face, and elegant and refined temperament.
"Mother?" Xiao Bao stared wide-eyed at the statue in front of him in astonishment, and involuntarily took a step and ran quickly toward the statue.
Seeing this, Huan Yue was about to speak up to stop them.
But after carefully observing her surroundings, she found no signs of danger and let Xiao Bao run toward the statue.
Xiao Bao, like a nimble little deer, quickly ran to the huge statue.
He stared wide-eyed at the mysterious statue with curiosity.
Then, she carefully reached out her little hand and gently touched the cold base of the statue.
Just then, something unexpected happened!
Suddenly, a dazzling light shot out from the statue's previously empty and lifeless eyes.
The beam of light streaked across the sky like lightning, shining directly onto a tightly closed door in the corner of the palace.
As the light shone through, the door began to slowly open, as if by magic.
A chilling aura seeped out from the crack in the door, as if it came from the deepest hell, sending shivers down one's spine.
Everyone instantly became alert, gripping their weapons tightly and staring intently at the gradually opening door.
Huan Yuechu took a deep breath, steadied herself, and then stepped forward.
Her light footsteps landed on the ground without making a sound.
The others followed closely behind, carefully maintaining a certain distance.
When they finally arrived at the door, they discovered that the door led to the outside world.
However, where does this passage lead? No one knows.
Huan Yuechu turned around and looked at Xiao Bao behind her. The little guy was looking around excitedly.
Then, she glanced at everyone and said with a firm gaze.
“Now that we’ve come this far, there’s no reason to turn back. Whatever awaits us ahead, we must see it for ourselves.” With that, she stepped into the passage without hesitation.
Seeing this, everyone stopped hesitating and followed Huan Yuechu closely.
The passage was unusually narrow and winding, with walls covered in moss and cobwebs, giving it a sinister and terrifying feel.
The group navigated through the maze of turns, making their way through with difficulty.
After an unknown amount of time, the view suddenly opened up before me.
However... what appeared before them was a dilapidated little house.
The hut looked dilapidated, with most of the thatch on the roof falling off and the windows broken and incomplete, as if it could collapse at any moment.
The little house looked weathered by time, with peeling and crumbling walls and a roof that seemed ready to collapse at any moment.
Moreover, it is surrounded by lush wild grass and dense thorns, as if it has become one with nature.
However, despite the dilapidated and desolate appearance of the house, the child's face was filled with undisguised excitement.
Without hesitation, he strode forward and walked straight into the house.
Curious, Huan Yuechu and the others following behind quickened their pace to keep up.
Upon entering the house, a strong, pungent, musty smell hits you, making you instinctively cover your mouth and nose.
The room was dimly lit and covered with thick dust and cobwebs.
Just then, a series of intermittent coughs came from deep within the cabin.
Hearing this sound, the already happy child became even more cheerful, shouting loudly.
"Mother! Mother!"
Then it sped away like an arrow released from a bow.
Looking in the direction the child was running, you could see a haggard-looking woman lying half-reclined on a simple bed.
When she saw her child, her eyes instantly welled up with tears, which flowed uncontrollably.
The woman reached out her trembling hands and hugged the rushing child tightly, unwilling to let go for a long time.