Chapter 245 Charm in unraveling the mysteries
"I... I got it..." Kevin exhaled, watching smoke sizzle from his hands and blade. A distance away lay the snake's head, now severed from its body, still twitching with residual life.
"you took days to kill it." Arya approached, swiftly dousing Kevin's hands and knives with water. More smoke hissed as the water met the heated blades. After a moment, the smoke dissipated, revealing Kevin's hands, visibly singed but rapidly healing before their eyes.
"Good fight," Robert acknowledged, joining Arya. Kevin had wrestled with the snake for about 6 minutes before finally managing to injure it significantly.
The snake's swiftness made it challenging—dodging one attack only led to another, forcing Kevin to weave through multiple evasions before he could find an opening to retaliate.
Ultimately, he vanquished the 5-meter-long creature by beheading it. Turning to Arya offering him water, Kevin inquired, "What's the name of this thing?" gesturing towards the yellow-striped snake.
And like an encyclopedia, Viana stepped in, inspecting the snake's body. "It's a yellow-striped mamba—pretty fast and packs a corrosive venom," she informed the group.
"Well, at least you don't have to say goodbye to your hands now," Keith remarked, examining Kevin's hands with concern.
He flashed her a smile, leaning closer to whisper in her ear, "Don't worry, even if my hands were gone, I'd still manage with my dick," causing her cheeks to flush.
After that, they resumed their tasks, and with Kevin now aware of his capabilities, he felt more self-assured in facing adversaries. However, luck wasn't on their side, and it took several hours before they stumbled upon another creature.
Surprisingly, they failed to find any signs of additional Shadowcrest Lupines. Instead, they stumbled upon something unexpected—an ancient-looking structure resembling a castle in ruins.
"Hey, Keyara, where did you get information about this route?" Ken queried, eyeing the remnants of the castle. They hadn't anticipated discovering man-made remnants in this dense jungle, despite the journey being relatively secure; the environment itself posed significant dangers.
Keyara gazed at the ruins, a look of curiosity spreading across her features. "I got the tip from someone, but before you ask, no, the information didn't include any mention of this thing along our route," she explained. Consulting her watch's map feature, she shook her head. "There's nothing marked on this map either."
"Does anyone here have any knowledge about archaeology shit?" Benny peered at the walls covered in black algae.
"I know a bit," Arya replied, inspecting a broken section of the wall. After a moment, she added with a puzzled expression, "But this goes beyond my expertise."
While they discussed the origins of the location, Kevin's eyes gleamed with excitement. Finally, he felt he was getting closer to uncovering some of the mysteries of Chernbog's Den, certain that this place held secrets that connected to its name.
As they delved into discussions about the origins of the location, Kevin's eyes sparkled with excitement. He sensed they were nearing the uncovering of Chernbog's Den's mysteries, confident that this place held secrets linked to its name. Perhaps they'd stumble upon a clue about treasure or something equally intriguing.
"Are we heading in?" Kevin turned to Keith, both standing to the side while the adults discussed their findings.
Stuart joined them, despite being older, as he, too, lacked much knowledge in these matters. Despite Kevin's earlier plans, he still considered himself a novice in understanding the dangers. And for Keith, Keyara, and Viana, still see her a kid.
As they stood to the side, Keith glanced at Kevin, mulling over the situation. "I'm up for it. Exploring ancient ruins sounds like an adventure. What about you, Stuart?"
Stuart hesitated, scratching his head. "I don't know, guys. This feels a bit risky."
While Zaria's eyes was burning with same excitement as Kevin as she said "It could be dangerous, but it might hold valuable information or artifacts. I'm inclined to check it out."
Viana, who had been observing the ruins, interjected, "It's intriguing, but we need to be cautious. There could be unforeseen dangers lurking inside."
Kevin's enthusiasm grew hearing them from side and said. "Let's take a peek, just a quick one. We stay together and keep an eye out for anything suspicious. Agreed?"
"This feels like an adventure!" Benny chimed in, peering at the ruins with a mix of intrigue and excitement.
But not all of them agreed to Kevin's excitement as Ken scratching his head. "I don't know, guys. These ruins might hold some secrets, but they could also be hiding danger."
Viana nodded. "True. We can't be sure what's in there. It might be better to play it safe."
Arya inspected the structure, her curiosity piqued. "I'm intrigued, but I don't think it's worth risking safety over."
Robert, usually quiet, spoke up. "I don't like the look of those walls. They seem unstable."
Kevin glanced around. "Come on, where's the sense of adventure? We've come this far. Who knows what we might discover?"
Stuart, always the cautious one, offered, "Maybe a quick peek won't hurt, but let's not get too close."
Keith, pondering the options, added, "Yeah, we can take a look, but let's stay together and be careful."
Keyara, assessing the situation, finally said, "Let's tread lightly. We'll explore it bit for now and then if not any danger or monster there we will stay camp here for night, how about that?"
Viana, being cautious, chimed in, "Count me in, but let's keep an eye out."
"Got it," Keith nodded, joining in, while Stuart eagerly joined the group. Benny and Zaria wore expressions brimming with excitement, ready for the adventure. It seemed like even if everyone else declined, they'd venture forth solo.
Arya, inspecting the walls, gave a nod of agreement, and her husband followed suit. Yelena and her silent spouse simply nodded, showing their assent.
Ken, still a touch uncertain, shrugged, "Well, if everyone else is game, I suppose a quick peek won't hurt."
With everyone on board, Keyara mounted her steed and advised, "Let's saddle up. The ruins are spacious enough for our mounts, and if things turn dicey, we'll have a quick escape."
As the group mounted their steeds and ventured toward the ancient ruins, the atmosphere brimmed with anticipation and a tinge of apprehension. The towering walls of the dilapidated structure stood as remnants of a forgotten era, draped in mystery and enigma.
Their steeds' hooves echoed through the desolate surroundings, adding a rhythm to the air fraught with curiosity. Kevin and Zaria, being the most looking forward among them, couldn't contain their excitement, exchanging animated whispers about the possible treasures hidden within the ruins.
Keyara led the way, her steed navigating the crumbling pathways with practiced ease. Her eyes scanned the weathered walls, seeking signs of danger or any hidden clues that might reveal the secrets veiled within the castle's confines.
Arya and Stuart followed suit, their gazes shifting from the walls to the towering structure ahead. The couple remained alert, their cautious approach a testament to their experience with uncharted territories.
Viana, ever watchful, kept a sharp eye on their surroundings, ready to react to any unexpected developments. Keith rode beside her, an air of both excitement and caution enveloping er as they ventured deeper into the unknown.
Ken, usually the pragmatic one, observed the ruins with a mix of curiosity and wariness. Despite his reservations, he couldn't help but feel a tinge of excitement at the prospect of discovering something unknown.
Yelena and her reserved companion, silent as ever, surveyed the ruins with a composed demeanor. Their silence seemed to speak volumes, an unspoken understanding that the old castle held secrets best left undisturbed.
As they delved deeper into the heart of the ruins, the atmosphere grew more mysterious, shadows dancing amidst the aged walls, and whispers of the past echoing in the air. The sun cast long shadows over the weathered stones, lending an eerie yet captivating ambiance to the exploration.
Keyara glanced back at the group, a determined glint in her eye. "Stay vigilant, everyone. Let's proceed cautiously and keep an eye out for anything unusual," she advised, her voice a firm reminder of the need for caution in this unknown territory.
With a nod from everyone, they continued their exploration, their steeds treading carefully along the remnants of a forgotten era, each step bringing them closer to unraveling the mysteries hidden within the ancient ruins.
As they rode through the ancient corridors of the ruins, Kevin found himself beside Zaria, their steeds pacing in sync. The young men's eyes sparkled with an undeniable enthusiasm that mirrored the fervor of their adventure.
"You seem more excited than I expected," Zaria noted, glancing at Kevin with a curious smile. "I remember you are here for profit not explorations."
Kevin nodded. "And what you think this type of things hold the most." he said looking around the surrounding and turning to her with excited eyes he continued. "treasure meaning profit and also you did mention you were in this for the treasure hunt, so you must be itching to dive into this adventure!"
Zaria nodded enthusiastically. "I've always been fascinated by the thrill of discovery, uncovering lost relics and secrets. It's like a grand puzzle waiting to be solved."
Kevin chuckled softly. "I must admit, I didn't share the same level of excitement when you mentioned it earlier. My idea of adventure mostly involved different challenges, but I'm slowly understanding the allure."
He cast a glance at the towering walls surrounding them, their weathered stones holding centuries of untold stories. "I suppose there's a certain charm in unraveling the mysteries of places like this, uncovering what history left behind."
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