Cataclysm King

Chapter 381 "Qianji Puppet Divine Sect"

The sound of gurgling water echoed deep in the wet rock wall, and the boat floated leisurely in the underground river.

Reni knew that if he wanted to get the [Grey Mist Relic], this was his last chance.

People from the Black Knife Organization would use this relic as bait, but not the S-class wanted criminal in front of him.

This may be the last time I see this relic.

He didn't know Ji Xun, and all the information came only from the bounty hunters' union's rewards.

In my memory, this person who was chosen had many crimes. It seemed that he had attacked and killed many great nobles, and was directly related to some conspiracies.
Looking horizontally and vertically, the only thing written on the wanted list is the word "violent".

In addition to the one-kill-four battle he had experienced before, Reni also witnessed the ruthless methods of this S wanted criminal.

It's even better than the description on the wanted poster.

But Reni also calmed down.

His failure was that when he was young, he was only obsessed with technical research, had little interest in political honors, and underestimated the bloody struggle within the family.

What's more, he also has a bad feeling in his heart. The filth and filth of the Xishen clan should be shown to outsiders.

Other family members are equally talented and amazing.

This also means cutthroat competition.

In particular, I like to tinker with some "new puppets" with weird functions.

At the same time, it also represents the strongest person in the Xishen family, who has all the rights and resources at the same time.

Fortunately, he survived the catastrophe and managed to survive until now.

Ji Xun listened with interest to the story told by the boatman in front of him.

The process is less important.

If nothing else happens, Reni will most likely become the new generation of power in the family.

The Royal Court of Oran has been in exile for more than two hundred years. Although Reni's family of drama gods has also fallen into decline, it is an ancient family inherited from the Talon Dynasty after all. The heritage of the family is still beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

However, there is more than one candidate within the family.

One of Rainey's biological brothers was one.

For countless years, only one person in each generation can inherit the highest honor of "The King's Four Knights".

Defeated unjustly.

In front of him, Lenny, who has been hiding in the darkness for decades, has long lost his edge and doesn't mind telling outsiders about his stupid experiences.

What happened is that the beautiful fiancée’s true identity is actually her brother’s lover. She deliberately approached, fascinated Reni, and stole all his research results. In the end, it lost all value and was poisoned.

After all, that was decades ago.

He suddenly changed the topic and said: "But unfortunately, the most important secret of our drama family is in this [Grey Mist Relic]. There is a fatal hidden danger for the advancement of card masters in our lineage, that It's just that mental power is prone to distortion. Only by multitasking can you control more puppets. However, this secret method of mental splitting often leads to some uncontrollable distortions, and the higher the level, the greater the probability of distortion. Relics are used to deal with hidden dangers of distortion."

He was very familiar with Catalina, and had witnessed the overt and covert struggles within the Lionheart family before.

The royal court itself also acquiesced in this competition.

No matter in terms of puppetry skills or training, he can be regarded as a rare talent that can only be seen in a hundred years.

The competition within the world's top aristocracy is unimaginably cruel.

Lennie lost his health, his inheritance, and everything.

No matter what he thought, his brother still acted cruelly.

The king doesn't care how the knight is selected, but the guardian knight he needs must be the strongest one.

But his tone couldn't hide his self-mockery, and he said: "Geraint's talent is indeed not bad. He has also learned everything passed down by his family, and his fighting ability and scheming are far beyond mine. I originally didn't have much interest in the honor of the Four Knights. .”

Rennie was born into a family that studied puppetry and sleight of hand.

He stated why he had to get the photo.

But after he learned that Reni was Domingo's uncle, he actually guessed most of the plot.

The descendants of this ancient family inherit the talents of their ancestors in their blood.

If I want to say it, I can only say that Reni was indeed a little less Machiavellian when he was young.

He has shown extraordinary talent since he was a child.

There are only four "King's Four Horsemen" in each generation, but behind them are actually four huge families.

When Ji Xun heard this seemingly bloody plot, there were no surprises in the whole process.

Lovers, poisoning, and frame-up are simply standard scripts for internal struggles among nobles.

There is no possibility of snatching it by force, but all unnecessary thoughts have been given up, and I can only choose to be honest.

In layman's terms, this is a technical geek with very low emotional intelligence.

As he spoke, Reni sighed and paused, but did not continue.

The outcome is that Rainey failed in the competition.

Before the heir to the family head was decided, the heirs of the Lionheart family stabbed each other and many died.

"Oh? Can you still handle mental aberrations?"

When Ji Xun heard Reni's description of the purpose of this relic, he immediately became interested.

It doesn't seem like it can only be used for soul searching and interrogation, as the old woman said before.

Obviously there is a more important role.

"Yes."

Reni knew that if he concealed it, it would be impossible to get the relic.

Only by confessing candidly will arouse the other party's interest, and perhaps there will be room for negotiation.

What's more, he no longer belongs to the drama god family, and everything in that family has nothing to do with him.

He did not hide anything and said directly: "You should know that puppet masters need to multi-task to control puppets and perform different tricks. Over time, the inner personality is easy to split. Originally this was a good thing for us magicians, but this can greatly It greatly increases the number and efficiency of our control of puppets. But the fact is that during the splitting process, some uncontrollable personalities will appear, such as some dark evil personalities, and often, these personalities will not be restrained by reason, which will eventually lead to the emergence of uncontrollable personalities. Reason collapses and distorts, and you become a madman."

"That's it"

Ji Xun's expression remained unchanged as he listened, but there was a hint of amusement in his eyes.

Others may not be able to understand the problem expressed by Reni, but Ji Xunke understands it very well and murmurs in his heart: "I was just wondering how a magician can control so many puppets. That's it."

Not only did he know the danger of disintegration, but he had almost been deformed before.

However, he found a way to restrain himself, which was to learn the secret visualization method of "Kongyue Shenxiang", and use strong mental power and will to restrain those split personalities.

Although the problem of division has not been eradicated.

But he also thinks this is good.

He can accept whoever he is.

As for this kind of mental aberration, the drama family seems to have its own method.

"The effect of [Grey Mist Relic] is to strip away part of a person's memory and cognition."

Reni explained the method and said: "So once mental distortion occurs, the relic can be used to directly peel off the uncontrolled split personality. Although this will cause people to lose some memories and abilities, the good news is that You can survive and continue to advance. This is the method that the Opera God family has used for countless years. However, before the seventh level, magicians rarely encounter this problem, so that relic is rarely used."

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Ji Xun also understood this method.

If you have an uncontrolled personality, use relics to peel it off.

It's like having a tumor on your body, just cut it off.

It is a good method.

And Ji Xun also understood what the relic this guy was looking for was.

It was the memory that the ancestors of their Xishen family had stripped away and left in their relics!
According to Reni, those who can deform are almost all seventh-level and above, the most talented people in the history of the drama god family.

In other words, the fragments of consciousness in this relic may be various lost "super-level secret techniques"!
You must know that those fragments of consciousness are, in a sense, similar to "skill cards". With the right method, they can even be directly digested into one's own understanding.

That's it!

Ji Xun suddenly became very interested in this relic and said with a smile: "So, Domingo wants to find you because he wants to obtain the fragments of consciousness inside?"

"Ah."

Reni had nothing to hide, and he also guessed that Ji Xun could think of this, and said: "It was just that there was no seventh level in Donghuang before. The legendary level that can control the puppet army is enough to bear the title of "The King's Four Knights" Now that he has a good name, he doesn't need the consciousness fragments of his ancestors in [Gray Mist Relics], but now that people from the southern continent are coming, Wang Ting is also in danger. Pride will be shattered to pieces and even destroyed, so they thought of me as a useless person."

After taking a breath, Reni seemed to recall some unpleasant past, with a hint of self-mockery in his eyes, and said: "After all, I was the only one in the world who had been searched for the soul by this relic and survived. In other words, I was the only one. Know how to use this relic properly."

The drama god clan did not inherit the usage of this relic.

Because it’s useless to say it.

Only those who can withstand the backlash of soul searching for relics are qualified to touch the "distorted consciousness fragments" stripped off by their ancestors.

So the method of use is hidden in [Gray Mist Relic].

After Ji Xun heard these words, he deduced it in his mind and found no flaws.

He asked: "Is this why you are looking for this relic?"

"Yes."

Reni nodded and said bluntly: "For you, this relic can at best be used as a soul-searching tool. For me, this is the inheritance of the magician lineage. So I would like to take the liberty to ask, if It is possible to part with love."

Although the fragments of consciousness were stripped away by distortion, those memories contained genuine super-level secrets.

Moreover, the God-player clan has been trapped in the Eastern Wasteland for three thousand years, and many secret techniques have been lost.

Those fragments in the relic are genuine super-level secrets of the [Magician] path.

More importantly, the understanding of laws, spiritual power, and magic!

Those are valuable experiences that cannot be recorded in classics.

They are all priceless treasures.

Its true value is known only to Reni, who has spied on it once!

If it is true as Reni said, this catastrophic object is really dispensable to Ji Xun.

After all, there are no other substitutes on the market for the soul-searching effect.

But the problem is the "M" signature on the back of this relic.

Thinking of this, he asked seemingly casually: "I'm curious, where did this relic come from?"

Reni didn't know why he asked like this, but the question was irrelevant, so he said directly: "This is an exclusive treasure that has been passed down by the Xishen family. As far as I know, it has been at least since the Tarun period."

As he spoke, he pondered Ji Xun's tone and realized that the other party might know something. After all, he did not hide it and said: "According to the ancient books in the family, this relic belongs to the founding emperor of Talun, the great Lanlingster. Given by the Emperor.”

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Ji Xun didn't respond. The king's four knights are the emperor's closest guards, so it makes sense that there are relics of Emperor Lanlingst.

Renee seemed to know only so much in front of him.

Ji Xun didn't ask any more questions and said, "It's okay to make a deal. But, what can you offer?"

Hearing this, Reni breathed a sigh of relief: "Your Excellency's strength far exceeds mine, and has even reached a level beyond my comprehension. I think the bargaining chips I can offer may not be enough for you."

It’s good to be able to talk.

He did not answer, but asked tactfully: "If you like something, just tell me. As long as I can show it, I will not refuse."

This is actually said very wisely.

Use retreat to advance.

In fact, he left a way for himself.

Because in the face of absolute strength, the weak have no qualifications.

In other words, if the opponent wants to grab it, he can't do anything about it.

But as soon as the words are spoken, let the other party choose the chips, which forms the basis of the deal.

All masters have their own arrogance, and Reni can see it. Although the S wanted criminal in front of him is a bit more ruthless in murdering people, he still seems to have his own principles.

"Oh?"

Ji Xun raised his eyebrows as he listened.

Of course, this guy's little thoughts were not hidden from him.

It seems that the losses suffered back then have taught Mr. Rainey a huge lesson over the years.

Since the other party said it was a random choice, Ji Xun was not polite and asked directly: "What is the magical and mysterious method practiced by your lineage of dramatists?"

"This"

Reni looked stern when he heard this.

As soon as I got there, I asked myself what chips were the most valuable.

But although he felt slightly bitter, he was not surprised.

He had carefully observed the previous battles. Others could not see the mystery of this person's methods, but he knew that this person was proficient in at least several magical arts.

The idea of ​​using the secret technique of his own magician lineage is also expected.

Reni's thoughts raced rapidly in his mind, and he answered directly: "One of the fifty-two demon gods' forbidden arts, the "Qianji Puppet Divine Gate". This is a secret art that combines puppetry, sleight of hand, and mind control. There are three categories: Qianji, Puppet and Shenmen."

Ji Xun's eyes flashed and he said calmly: "Tell me carefully and listen."

He had been curious about the secret techniques of the magician lineage before.

Originally, he was thinking that when he had the opportunity to kill Domingo, he could get a glimpse of the secrets of the drama god's lineage.

Unexpectedly, there seems to be other ways to obtain it now.

Reni had already realized the transaction, and said bluntly: "The original golden version is in the hands of the "players" of the past generations. I only have the part of the secret that I understand. Of course, if you think highly of my humble skills, I will also hand over some of my sleight-of-hand experience over the years as a bargaining chip. "

He knew very well that at this time, he could only make his bargaining chip as valuable as possible to have the possibility of negotiation.

There is no point in hiding someone who is much stronger than yourself.

What's more, in his opinion, the other party most likely just wants to understand the methods of the magician lineage.

After all, there are too many mysteries in the magician lineage, and not everyone can master them.

After hearing this, Ji Xun nodded with satisfaction, "Yeah. If that's the case, we can talk about it."

Reni frowned and thought to himself: Is it just possible to talk?
Ji Xun didn't want the other party to be suspicious, so he revealed his bargaining chip: "I also need a sixth-level professional card of the magician lineage. The best is the original template. If you can provide it, I can agree to exchange it and let you hold it. A relic for a while.”

He didn't know what the other party had in his hands.

But after all, the family inheritance of the drama god has not been cut off from generation to generation, so let’s talk from a higher place first.

I think even if there is no original template, other improved versions will work.

However, as soon as this condition was stated, the other party was really in trouble.

Reni looked embarrassed and said: "Original template? Sorry, that kind of thing has always been hidden in the treasury of the drama god family, and I don't have it in my hands."

Hearing this, Ji Xun also expressed regret and said casually: "Then contact me when you have it."

Just thinking about some fragments of secret techniques is not enough to exchange for the inheritance in the relics.

And he also saw that Reni was obviously hiding something.

It wasn't him who was anxious. Ji Xun felt that he should push the other party.

Seeing that the deal collapsed, Reni had a very ugly look in his eyes.

This was his only chance, and he didn't want to lose it.

"and many more."

Reni's expression struggled for a moment, as if he had made a difficult decision: "Although I don't have the sixth-level professional card template of the magician sequence, I have this."

As he spoke, he took out a scarlet card.

Ji Xun watched this guy's performance the whole time.

The juggler is also a performer, so I didn't see anything unusual.

But the thing in his hand is really a good thing.

【Thousand Hands Trick】

Quality: dark gold

Detailed explanation: Art Path '7 of Hearts·Juggler' sixth-level professional bloody card; original template; after incorporating high-tech materials of no less than gold quality, the finished professional card can be refined; fusion requires super skills and mental power. Successful integration will lead to a huge increase in career attributes and the exclusive career entry 'Thousand Hands';
Ji Xun looked at the bloody card and was surprised: Is there really an original template?

You must know that a card master who can integrate professional cards of this level is absolutely very powerful.

In other words, this might have been analyzed from the corpse of a legendary strongman?
If Domingo hadn't died, Ji Xun would have suspected that this was Domingo's fusion professional card.

Soon, Reni also revealed the origin of this card: "This is my grandfather's bloody card."

Ji Xun was stunned when he heard this, and asked: "The bloody card of the puppet master "Cunning Puppet" Yami two hundred years ago? "

Two hundred years ago, the Oran Dynasty collapsed, and all four of the king's knights died in battle.

Ji Xun also didn't expect that after two hundred years, he would actually see the bloody card of the legendary strongman.

"Ah."

Renido was reluctant to give up and explained: "This was originally a professional card that I planned to fuse back then. However, my body has been corroded by toxins, and it is no longer possible to fuse such a card."

Not only that, it is also a memorable thing.

It represents the item that he was once rewarded as the "number one genius" of the drama god family.

Reni doesn't have a good impression of the current drama family, but he still has respect for his family ancestors.

After all, it was the inheritance of those ancestors that allowed him to glimpse the ultimate secret of the puppet.

When Ji Xun saw this, he didn't feel any more embarrassed, "Okay!"

This professional card is indeed ideal for him.

"???"

When Reni heard that the other party agreed, his expression was startled, but he felt a sense of disbelief.

Did you really agree like this?
To be honest, the two chips I took out were far less valuable than the things in the photos.

He was ready to risk all his wealth.

I didn't expect that the other party would agree so readily.

Ji Xun casually threw the photo over and said, "Tangxi, take it first. However, I will be with you during the period of your enlightenment."

I don't intend to embarrass the other party, this is one of them.

Value and so on are all subjective judgments.

He got what he wanted, and the deal was worth it.

The second is that Ji Xun is also very interested in the inheritance in the relics.

But he also saw the evil side of this relic.

It’s not okay to try it yourself.

It would be best to have someone do it for me now.

Reni thought about it for a moment and guessed what Ji Xun was thinking.

But this was part of the deal, and he took it for granted.

Looking at the photo in his hand, Rennie couldn't hide his complicated expression.

You once thought about risking your life to get the relic, but you actually achieved it like this?
It really feels like a dream.

What's more, having such a strong man by your side makes you safer.

Once you have something in hand, at least you don't have to worry about when the enemy will chase you.

"it is good!"

Reni thought of this, agreed, rowed the boat and continued deeper into the dark passage.

Ji Xun didn't ask the other party where he was taking him, and he wasn't worried either.

After a while, the boat did not go to the ground, but followed the underground river to the outlet of a dark sewer.

Reni put away the mechanical folding boat, and the two of them followed the stormwater pipe deep.

After walking for another half an hour, Ji Xun suddenly heard the rustling of voices.

After crossing a small bridge made of scrap wooden boards and metal parts, Ji Xun saw a camp made of dilapidated wooden houses and tents.

There is a faint light illuminating it.

It was not a large scale, it looked like there were hundreds of people.

Most of them wore cloaks and gas masks, and were mysterious.

Ji Xun observed it and sensed some guys with strong auras.

Rennie introduced: "This is a wanted criminal camp, and everyone calls it 'Rat Camp'. I also live here most of the time."

As he said that, he apologized slightly: "The environment is a little bit harsh, I hope you don't mind. After all, I think this is the safest place in the Thieves City."

Ji Xun took a look and didn't care at all: "Of course."

He also thought it was appropriate to have pipelines extending in all directions.

(End of this chapter)