Chapter 212 Chapter212-The Possibility of Escape
Howard chuckled softly, "Elder, everyone has their unique traits, and the Sealing Stone cannot stop me! Now, do we have the capability to escape?"
Anyone targeted by the rebels for forceful recruitment surely wouldn't be weak.
Having just arrived in this plane, Howard was keen on building connections to ensure a smoother journey ahead.
He had made up his mind to rescue the man and escape together.
It wasn't just about owing a favor; Howard was also considering learning something from him.
The more he could master the skills of this plane, the better he could conceal his true nature.
If Howard could swiftly adapt his combat and lifestyle habits to this plane, he might win everyone's trust without needing to marry Aurelia.
Of course, marrying Aurelia would make things even better for Howard.
"…"
After a prolonged silence, the man finally spoke again, "Escaping the dungeon is not a problem, but what after that? How do you know they don't have defenses set up outside?"
Howard confidently said, "I have a scroll that can transport us a certain distance away."
"Ah, a spatial attribute scroll. Worthy of a descendant of the Baromon Marquis bloodline. Even the Bamilrutna family, long ostracized, possesses such treasures!"
The man exclaimed in admiration, then spoke icily, "Unfortunately, there are artifacts nearby that disrupt spatial travel. Even with that scroll, it would be difficult to break free from the restriction. What awaits you then would be the encirclement of the entire rebel force!"
Hearing this, Howard's eyebrows arched slightly in surprise.
The rebel forces were indeed formidable, having even acquired artifacts capable of influencing space.
Yet, on second thought, in the Azure Sphere plane, even artifacts related to time were casually handed over to him.
Perhaps spatial artifacts were not so extraordinary.
Space reigns supreme, but time is held in higher esteem!
With this in mind, Howard instinctively reached for the Shattered Timepiece, considering that the power of time might still be of use.
Refocusing, Howard thought about building a good rapport with the man, smiling as he said, "I sensed earlier that these rebels are audacious. Their main base is actually located within Stormwind City. If we can escape the dungeon, there's a chance to flee."
"Once out, we could cause upheaval in the manor. If the disturbance is detected by Lord Stano, they will undoubtedly breach this place."
"Lord Stano? You… you're not from the Bamilrutna family?" the voice asked in surprise, "Then how do you... I see, you're the son-in-law!"
"Escaping will be as difficult as ascending to heaven! Since space is already obscured, it's hard to transmit any fluctuations."
"Even Stano, a level 90 powerhouse, would struggle to sense it, unless there is an extraordinarily terrifying disturbance within this space. It would need to be at least the power of a full-force strike from a level 80 powerhouse to shake the space."
Hearing the man's words, Howard gained another piece of knowledge.
It turns out that one needs to be around level 80 to possess the power to influence space.
With this in mind, a combination of Draconic State and Draconic Magic, along with the eruption of an SSS-level skill, should suffice to meet this requirement.
For some reason, the more Howard discussed their situation, the more he felt the likelihood of victory increase, dissipating the worries in his heart.
However, Howard failed to notice Aurelia, who was biting her lips, her eyes constantly shifting with unspoken thoughts.
"Kid… Even if your physique is special and unaffected by the Sealing Stone, escaping from here is still highly challenging. I advise you not to think about escaping."
The man continued, "Stano holds a respectable position and status. The people behind this might not dare to harm you. You might as well wait."
"Thank you for the advice, elder. However, I'm not accustomed to entrusting my safety to others, and I refuse to let Aurelia face any more threats," Howard said resolutely. "No one knows what those people might do next. I must take Aurelia and leave as soon as possible, so she no longer has to live in fear."
The voice then expressed admiration, "That tone… it's evident you truly care for this girl. At least, your words ring with sincerity, without a hint of falsehood!"
As he spoke, Howard suddenly felt Aurelia's grip on his hand tighten.
"To think, after being locked up for so long, I would encounter a couple as devoted as you... Tsk, tsk, could it be that the heavens are mocking me for never having experienced love or having children in my lifetime?"
"Enough of that... If you really wish to leave, I might be able to offer you some guidance!"
Hearing this, Howard's eyes lit up with hope. Without further concern for Aurelia's reaction, he eagerly asked, "I would be grateful for your guidance, elder."
"There is indeed a spatial restriction nearby, but such restrictions depend on certain objects. Once destroyed, they would be easily exposed, especially since Stano is not a weakling."
"Stormwind City, though not vast, is not small either. If you truly escape from the dungeon, without destroying the spatial restriction first, you'll find yourselves in an endless cycle of pursuit."
Howard immediately grasped the man's meaning.
The spatial restriction was likely a kind of formation or artifact that could be destroyed.
It wasn't a barrier cast by a powerful individual, nor was it a naturally occurring or passively created pocket space.
"Thank you, elder. Would you be willing to escape with us?"
Howard asked again, not worried that the man would be a burden.
Having been confined here for years and still possessing abundant soul power indicated his strength was not insignificant.
Once out of the dungeon, without the constraint of the Sealing Stone, he might even prove to be an ally.
"No need for that. I'm an old man; I dare not take risks like you youngsters. Having refused them so many times, attempting to escape might get me shot on sight. I'd rather live a bit longer!"
The voice paused, then added, "Of course, if you do manage to escape, remember to come back and rescue me. I can offer you a favor in return!"
"..."
Howard didn't insist further but shifted his attention to the other cells.
Of course, the dungeon was too dim for him to see anything clearly, but he spread his soul out, sweeping across the area, focusing on the fierce beasts imprisoned there.
Howard wasn't contemplating an escape solely for himself and Aurelia; facing the full force of the rebels alone was not a viable option.
Only by causing a mass breakout could they hope to find an opportunity amidst the chaos.
Given that both the Draconic State and Soul Fusion skills had limited durations, it meant that Howard's peak combat ability couldn't be sustained for long.
Without unleashing that power, he was roughly equivalent to a level 60 in strength, certainly not a match for a major force.
If the humans were still alive, then the likelihood of the beasts' survival was high.
Other people might not be able to communicate with the beasts, but Howard possessed the Supreme Artifact, which came with the beast whisperer effect!
The power of the Supreme Artifact was finally making itself known.
Regardless of its lower level and basic attributes, its unique effects were invaluable.
Could any Diamond-grade or even Epic-grade equipment, even at level 100, boast such an effect?
Howard wasn't concerned that his ability to communicate with beasts would cause any issues.
What he worried about was the difference in power systems between him and this plane.
Now that he knew the systems weren't too dissimilar, as long as he could skillfully use the jade-crafted equipment, there wasn't much to fear.
Thus, his other abilities could also be utilized effectively.
"Elder, having been here for so long, do you know the interval at which they visit the dungeon?"
Howard asked again.
"They come about every five or six days," the man replied with a sneer. "They claim to want to persuade us to join them, but in reality, they lack patience. Many have been starved to death by them. Only I, with my superior strength, have managed to endure, along with those physically robust beasts."
"…"
Hearing this, Howard couldn't help but curl his lips, feeling as if he was somehow being insulted.
"They were here just yesterday, so there won't be any issues for a short while, unless they bring in new captives. So, whatever plan you have in mind, feel free to execute it."
Curiosity filled the man's voice.
Truth be told, he had seen many people brought here, but never had he seen anyone resist.
Naturally, he was curious; otherwise, he wouldn't have shared so much with Howard.
No matter how high one's level, unless reaching level 90 and touching the Power of Law, one cannot transcend human needs and must eat to replenish energy.
He spent so much effort speaking, wanting to see what action Howard would take.
He also hoped that Howard could escape the cage, find Stano, and rescue him!
No one wishes to be trapped forever.
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