The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse-Chapter 889 - 716, please pass to Gold and Silver Island (5000 words, two-in-one).
Shi Yali noticed the other personโs gaze and looked back puzzledly, "Whatโs wrong?" ๐๐ฟ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐จ๐๐๐.๐๐ ๐
Xi Liguiโs brows were still furrowed, "Do you miss him that much?"
"Miss who? What did I just say?" Shi Yali was a bit confused.
"You said you wanted to visit the Island Lordโs Mansion tonight to chat with Wu Heng," Xi Ligui stated directly.
Shi Yaliโs eyes widened slightly, and after a pause, she responded, "Yes, donโt you feel like thereโs nothing new happening on the island without him? When he was here, there were exhibitions, stage plays, and now thereโs nothing new."
Xi Ligui still squinted at her.
Although that was what she said, it always felt like Shi Yaliโs attitude towards Wu Heng was somewhat improper.
Still, she said, "Shi Yali, I think thereโs something off about you."
Shi Yali stood up, walked to a nearby counter, and brewed some tea, "Whatโs off?"
"Itโs odd, you wouldnโt have fallen for him, have you?"
Shi Yali carried her tea back, leaned against the armrest of Xi Liguiโs chair, and placed a hand on her shoulder, "Donโt worry, sister knows your feelings for him, I wonโt snatch him away from you."
Xi Ligui gave her a look, "What feelings, nonsense."
"How about we go to the Island Lordโs Mansion tonight? Weโve got nothing else to do at home anyway," Shi Yali continued.
Xi Ligui frowned in thought and then shook her head, "Letโs wait a couple more days. Itโs not good to visit too often, and Mini said those communication gadgets donโt always receive messages straight away. Even if we go, he might not get our message."
"Alright, youโre the Steward, what you say goes," Shi Yali shrugged.
"Thereโs always a show at the opera house, just go watch one by yourself."
"Theyโre all old shows, not worth watching." Shi Yali took a sip of her tea and muttered softly, "Why hasnโt he returned yet."
"He should be back soon," Xi Ligui said as she picked up her own cup, "Go pour me a cup of water."
"Quite demanding," Shi Yali muttered as she took her cup and walked away.
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The train doors opened, and Wu Heng stepped out with his skeleton attendants.
He breathed deeply facing the sea.
The moist air filled his lungs and brought a refreshing sensation.
Gold and Silver Island was indeed the best.
Even the ports of Netalee City couldnโt match the feeling of being on Gold and Silver Island.
The Three Ghosts were released and they walked toward the city.
"Have we returned to Gold and Silver Island?" Glenda asked.
"Weโre back," Wu Heng replied.
"Yay, weโre home!" Xiao Xiao cheered.
Bella floated nearby, adding, "Gold and Silver Island looks better, like a living city."
"Thatโs right, and no need to worry about bad guys."
The Three Ghosts floated above, feeling the sentiment of a long journey concluded.
Glenda floated down slightly and asked, "How are things over in Lundham City?"
"Spoke with Wen Mansha yesterday, she said weโve already taken over two cities."
Wu Heng also kept a close watch on the situation in Lundham City.
But the battle showed a one-sided trend, with the Skeleton Army pushing forward relentlessly while the Yeko Kingdomโs army retreated continuously.
Under the onslaught of the Skeleton Army, two cities and several surrounding villages and towns had already been captured.
If it werenโt for the battle lines being stretched too thin, fearing a flanking assault on Lundham City, they might have captured even more cities.
Skeletons combined with modern weaponry showed tremendous combat effectiveness.
Fierce firepower, fast movements, no need for baggage trains or rest.
They marched overnight, immediately engaging in battle.
It felt like a blitzkrieg.
This combination and style of warfare were completely unseen and unacceptable to the people of this world.
They could only retreat step by step.
"Maybe, without you wanting it, Wen Mansha has done it for you," Glenda remarked.
Wu Heng glanced at her, "Are you talking about taking over a kingdom by force?"
"Yeah, when the kingdom is conquered, the population base increases. Then by spreading your fame through newspapers, itโs sufficient for you to level up," Glenda continued.
If there really was a kingdom that large, there indeed wouldnโt be any worry about not being able to level up.
But the Yeko Kingdomโs territory was vast, with various forces mixed in.
It wasnโt as simple as one might think.
"Letโs see," Wu Heng said.
"But I must say, skeletons are indeed good at fighting," Glenda remarked.
They continued walking and chatting, entering the bustling streets.
Some residents gathered by the roadside chatting, discussing the situation in Netalee City.
The fleets of various trade associations had arrived at the port of Netalee City.
Various pieces of intelligence and news spread to the surrounding cities and islands via some ships.
It had also become a hot topic on Gold and Silver Island.
"I heard the association wants to replace the Royal Family."
"Who said that? Based on the timing, the associationโs people havenโt reached the main city yet, and besides, the association doesnโt interfere with the internal affairs of kingdoms. They canโt just replace the Royal Family randomly."
"The outsiders are all saying, colluding with the Evil Cult to kill the investigative team from headquarters, the Royal Family is definitely changing."
"I heard that the current Prince is from the Evil Cult, they switched the child in earlier years."
"Thatโs too far-fetched. The information I got is that the kingdomโs ministers are secretly members of the Evil Cult, controlling the prince, turning him into a puppet."
"Arenโt they saying the Royal Family performed a living sacrifice to seek ways to prolong life?"
"Which one is true?"
Wu Heng and the Three Ghosts slowed their pace to listen.
Listening to the discussion stirred their brows.
Where did all this information come from, with so many versions?
Moreover, currently, they only obtained intelligence about the Crown Prince collaborating with the sect through Wenshiโhow did it stretch to living sacrifices for prolonging life?
This span was a bit too far.
Listening to the increasingly absurd rumors, some even started saying that Wu Heng was the old Kingโs illegitimate son and also had a claim to the throne.
