In Yuanshen, no one understands holy relics better than me

Anyway, normal exploration will definitely see it, and I am not in a hurry to ask why.

Those lumen spars seem to grow out of the ground or rock walls, but they can be picked up with a light grip.

It is about the same weight as ordinary stones.

Xia Tian observed the glowing gravel in his hand: "Are these crystals harmful to humans? It seems to be similar to "catalyst"? "

He took out the "catalyst" and was surprised to find that the lumen spar was being absorbed by the "catalyst", and after absorbing the spar, the "catalyst" became brighter.

"That's right, the lumen stone "catalyst" and this kind of spar are actually the same thing. After our research and production, it can be used to store and absorb the energy of those spars, so as to achieve the effect of emitting light and expelling "black mud" . "

Jin Wu's detailed explanation led to a new thing.

"Black mud?" As soon as Xia Tian heard it, he knew it was not a good thing.

"Well, after the miners dug out that thing, a large amount of black mud began to grow in the entire mine. Like black magma, it continuously emerged from the ground, and people who came into contact with it would suffer from various degrees of illness."

After listening, Xia Tian looked around immediately, where the line of sight glanced, there seemed to be some shadows on the ground.

"The surrounding area may be relatively close to the exit, and the presence of black mud is relatively weak, but you must also be careful... When you are exploring, absorb as many lumen crystals as possible along the way, it must be very useful for your next exploration. "

Jin Wu is still in charge of contacting the higher-ups, and will not be exploring with him for the time being: "I'm here to wait for the upper-level transport team to bring in some equipment. You should take a look around first, and pay attention to safety!"

"Mmm!" Zhiqiong couldn't wait, ready to move.

He was held back by Jin Wu: "If there are new discoveries in the future, please be sure to inform me, and then...here are a few candies, which may sometimes bring good luck!"

"Sugar?" Xia Tian was surprised, why was he treated like a child.

"Sugar can replenish a lot of energy. Sometimes I am trapped in a mine. With this sugar, I can support myself for a while longer, waiting for rescue!"

Zhiqiong explained in this way, but immediately peeled off a grain and stuffed it into her mouth.

Peel off another one and hand it to Xia Tian's mouth.

Xia Tian swallowed it in one bite, it was very sweet.

"Eat it now, what if you will be trapped in the cave later?"

"No way! I know people around here very well!"

Zhiqiong said so, but what he was thinking in his heart was: How could he be in danger with such a powerful senior Xia Tian?

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The limited range of activities is only not far from the camp, so separate operations first to obtain the most information in a short time.

Heading south in summer, there is a strong smell of water elements in that direction, and there should be underground rivers.

There are many candles along the way, all of which seem to use lumen stones as energy sources.

If this power can be used rationally, it may trigger the industrial revolution in Tivat!

I also found some footholds, some diaries, Xia Tian glanced at a few articles, and didn't want to read them.

Most of them are tragedies.

For example, "The lumen is about to go out", "Oxygen is getting thinner", "There is only one day left of food", "When will rescue come?"... The more I look at it, the more chilling I feel.

Suddenly, from the direction of the water flow, there was a strong wind with a foul smell.

"Oh, what a stinky smell!"

In a dark corner on one side, Xia Tian saw a swamp-like area, which was constantly gushing out magma-like things.

Not surprisingly, it is the "black mud" in the mouths of Jinwu and Zhiqiong.

Xia Tian can feel that these "black mud" are very similar to the "filth" he has seen in the past, and they are all "unkind" existences.

Against the stench, he took a few steps closer, and even stepped directly on the "black mud".

The majestic filthy aura gushed out immediately.

Of course Xia Tian could resist it, but before he could react, the lumen stone catalyst in his hand burst into extremely strong brilliance.

It actually completely resisted that filth.

Not only resisting, but even suppressing.

The black mud began to converge and began to retract.

Every time Xia Tian takes a step forward, the power of the lumen stone will advance accordingly, and the black mud will retreat steadily.

In the end, it disappeared completely!

The earth returned to normal.

At the same time, the lumenite catalyst also becomes dimmed and needs to be refilled.

It is almost certain that lumen stone and black mud are opposite positions.

Could it be that there are two forces contending in the depths of the rock?

more and more curious.

The purpose of Xia Tian's trip has changed from accepting the commission to finding the truth himself.

Turned around and collected a lot of lumen spar, but no trace of "black mud" was found.

After all, Xia Tian is not a professional prospector, and he didn't get any definite information, so he had no choice but to go back to the camp first.

He heard Jin Wu's slightly anxious cry.

"Zhiqiong, Zhiqiong! Strange, where did Zhiqiong's son go..."

"what happened?"

Jin Wu shook his head helplessly: "It seems that the boy went to the depths of the mine to draw a map again on his own!"

The Xumi scholar on the side was very natural: "It's her job, isn't she familiar with the surrounding area?"

"Familiar is familiar, but no one knows if the mine has changed, and there are those black mud..." Jin Wu believes in Zhiqiong's ability, but he doesn't believe in this mine. There are too many weird and evil ways in this mine. place.

Zhiqiong is an ordinary person, and he cannot use the catalyst proficiently, and his resistance to the black mud is also very limited.

Shocked, Xia Tian hurriedly asked, "Is Zhiqiong in danger?"

"Not yet...humph, but if she keeps running around without notifying me, her ass will be in danger!"

If you are angry, Jin Wu still cares about this little sister very much, please ask Xia Tian: "Can I trouble you to find her? Tell her for me, the front is very dangerous, don't leave everyone behind rashly, and be alone People bump into..."

He waved his fist: "If any troubles are caused to drag everyone down, Sister Jinwu's fist will not show mercy."

Jin Wu is not young, about thirty or above, but occasionally has a playful side.

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Zhiqiong wanted to move forward while drawing, but Xia Tian was moving very fast, and it didn't take long for him to catch up.

Sensing a gust of air coming, Zhiqiong turned her head worriedly, seeing Senior Xia whom she admired the most, she immediately changed her smile.

"Ah, it's Senior Xia, you're here!"

"Why did you run out on your own, Jin Wu has something to ask..."

Xia Tian was about to get straight to the point to retell the story, but Zhi Qiong directly interrupted: "It's that set of safety instructions again? Sigh... I'm tired of hearing it!"

Instead, she complained first.

"I also grew up in the mine, how can I not know the danger in the mine?"

"As for those unknown things, the elders always like to use experience to judge whether it is dangerous... and then use the results to prove their own experience."

"I'm fed up with their arrogance... I believe you, the adventurer senior, are the same, right?"

"..."

I can understand Zhiqiong's mood, but Xia Tian disagrees: "It's different! Maybe I will have my own judgment, but I will still appreciate their advice and remember their various reminders! The experience of the seniors Maybe it’s not all right, but there must be merits! You can’t deny everything!”

Perhaps because he was worried that Zhiqiong would be too impetuous, Xia Tian's tone was more severe.

"Well." Zhiqiong was admonished by the respected person, and retorted somewhat disappointed: "But they always say that this place is dangerous, and there is danger there. If you listen to everything, you will stop moving forward. How many wonderful adventures will you miss?"

Adventurers may be such existences.

One after another, they went to die like fools one by one, just to mark an extra mark on the map.

Is this a difference in values?

Seeing that Senior Xia didn't make a sound, he thought he was persuaded by himself.

Zhiqiong is very happy, and does not want to have quarrels and debates with Senior Xia.

Start presenting your results right away.

"Senior, look."

Zhiqiong opened her mapping map, and within a short while, she had a rough outline: "There is a new fork in the road, here and here, there are traces of the treasure robbers..."

Xia Tian scratched his head, only a few crosses and lines, completely incomprehensible.

It seems that there is something better than the predecessors!

Zhiqiong smirked.

"Haha, I'm sorry, I'm sorry... It's just that I'm used to it, so I forget that not everyone has the intuition of a cartographer."

"The people in the General Affairs Department will definitely not understand, so..."

The tail sound is elongated, which is especially a trick.

then.

"Wait!"

In the sound of deliberate surprise, Zhiqiong took out a small photo camera from his backpack.

"If you can take a sample or take a photo, the General Affairs Department and the Adventurer's Association should be very happy, and it will be easier to understand!"

After finishing speaking, her face was a little reddish, and she whispered her wish.

"Senior...can you take a photo with me?"

Although I am eager to take risks, it is equally important to leave memories of adventures with my predecessors.

Xia Tian naturally will not refuse.

It's just that the surrounding area is too dark, relying solely on the light of the lumen stone is not enough.

A photo camera is magical, but it's not a modern digital camera.

The quality of the finished film is average, and there is no automatic P-picture or automatic fill light, so the effect of the shot is... a little scary.

If it weren't for that bright smile, I would have thought it was a photo of the trapped person...

Although the image quality is average, the photo camera also has its strengths.

That is, the film can be released immediately, such as the very popular "Polaroid" in tourist areas and previous idol meetings.

Zhiqiong looked at the photo, but his eyes were not on himself who was smiling brightly, but on the senior with a gentle face.

Fingers slide gently, sincere praise.

"Senior has such a nice smile."

Chapter 876 Katharina is dead?

After entering the layered rock abyss, Xia Tian understood that surveying is not a one-time thing, at least now after a long time of groping, he still can't figure out the direction, let alone how far the depth is.

Therefore, no matter how Zhiqiong tries to please the lobby, Xia Tian simply refuses, saying that he must return to the camp first, and only after everyone's discussion is completed can they continue to deepen.

no doubt.

Xia Tian is completely convinced of Zhiqiong's drawing skills, and also believes in her experience and judgment as an adventurer, but she is still too young, and her character is very impulsive.

Xia Tian was very strong, and he never worried about whether there would be a powerful and invincible monster, but he couldn't guarantee 100% to take Zhiqiong's safety into consideration.

After all, the enemies you will face may not be physical monsters, but like "filth", which will start to infiltrate and decompose without knowing when.

Care must be taken.

"But...Senior! I found traces of recent activities over there, maybe it's the miners who couldn't escape before!"