Zhang Tian looked at Wu Tianzhen, speaking unhurriedly.
"We went in before you did, I imagine you know that."
"Later, we helped the expert team continuously resolve the dangers inside. Otherwise, do you think there was only a single white-haired zombie there?"
"Afterward, in the final tomb chamber, we left through the pillars first, and then we didn't know what happened."
Zhang Tian briefly recounted the events.
"What? There were mechanisms inside the pillars?"
Wang Banyue and Wu Tianzhen exchanged glances, surprise evident in their eyes.
Why hadn't they found them before? And how had Zhang Tian and his group discovered them?
Despite his deep curiosity, Wu Tianzhen felt it was impolite to ask further after interrupting once.
"Do you have any more questions?"
Zhang Tian asked with a smile.
Wu Tianzhen shook his head.
"No, Young Master Zhang. Please continue."
Wu Tianzhen spoke, his mind still reeling.
The person who had entered first and cracked the mechanisms was indeed Zhang Tian.
Wu Tianzhen had been unsure before, but now that it was confirmed, he felt a profound sense of shock.
Meanwhile, Wang Banyue's mouth hung open, stunned into silence for a long time.
At this moment, Zhang Tian began discussing matters with Hu Bayi.
"For a 'Jishi Di' to form a 'Gui Ku,' it takes over a thousand years. This place, after a thousand years, should also be able to form a 'Gui Ku.'"
Zhang Tian said softly.
"Young Master Zhang, what is a 'Gui Ku'?"
Wu Tianzhen asked again.
"A 'Gui Ku' is a place where many people have died and immense resentment has accumulated. Once the resentment reaches a certain level, it forms an independent world."
As Zhang Tian spoke, he recalled two 'Gui Ku' he had entered.
One was in the Greater Khingan Range, and the second was in Loulan.
The entire Loulan was a giant 'Gui Ku.'
Since Wu Tianzhen had always stayed in Beili, he naturally hadn't experienced these.
"It doesn't sound that terrifying, Young Master Zhang. Does this thing have any specific functions?"
Wang Banyue appeared nonchalant, his attitude a mix of belief and doubt.
Before Zhang Tian could reply, Zhang Qilin slowly spoke.
Only then did Wu Tianzhen's gaze fall upon Zhang Qilin.
Zhang Qilin was still in his original attire, though his face seemed to have gained a touch more color.
"A 'Gui Ku' not only affects its surroundings but also shapes the 'Tiandi Quishi' (heaven and earth trends)."
He said, leaving Wu Tianzhen and Fatty speechless.
"Damn it, you silent type. You're better off not speaking. Good heavens, once you open your mouth, you confuse Fatty. What kind of trends?"
Wang Banyue was frustrated. Zhang Qilin's words were too profound for him to comprehend.
Hu Bayi spoke.
"Simply put, these lost souls will devour the national fortune of the entire Fujian Kingdom. Natural disasters will also occur continuously, such as tsunamis, earthquakes, and island submersion."
"Without the 'Long Mai' (dragon脉) of national fortune, the fall of a nation is only a matter of time."
Hu Bayi explained clearly and concisely.
With such a simple explanation, the two naturally understood.
"Then, Brother Hu, according to what you're saying, if we don't do anything, won't this Fujian Kingdom be destroyed in a few years?"
Wang Banyue's voice was filled with excitement.
Who wouldn't want to see those uncivilized individuals perish?
If the nation truly fell, Wang Banyue would definitely sing a song of joy.
"It depends on the national fortune. It's not enough to destroy them yet. However, if we go there and dig up their 'Long Mai,' it's possible their national fortune will be depleted within two hundred years."
Hu Bayi stated.
His voice was not loud but carried a hint of ferocity.
After all, excavating a 'Long Mai' was as heinous as digging up someone's ancestral grave, no, perhaps even more so.
One targets an individual family, while the other targets an entire nation.
"Good heavens, so that's how it can be done."
"Tianzhen, damn it, since we've decided to go, why not do something big? Dig up their ancestral graves, no, dig up their 'Long Mai.'"
Wang Banyue gesticulated, his face flushed with excitement.
His mind was already conjuring images of Fujian Kingdom sinking into the sea.
Yes, it would undoubtedly be the most beautiful scenery in the world.
"Don't get too excited. The 'Long Mai' of Fujian Kingdom began to wither over a decade ago. It won't be easy to find it now."
"Moreover, when we go this time, we still need to wait for Fatty to finish refining his artifacts. So, you can go back and prepare."
Zhang Tian spoke again.
Wu Tianzhen nodded and said no more.
Then, amidst Wang Banyue's excited chatter, the two departed the courtyard.
After they left, Hu Bayi looked at Zhang Tian.
"Boss, we've already deduced the location of this 'Long Mai,' but I suspect there might be some discrepancies."
"Also, Fujian Kingdom is said to have some myths and legends. Should we prepare for that?"
Hu Bayi's voice was low.
Zhang Qilin also looked over.
In Zhang Qilin's eyes, Fujian Kingdom was likely just another simple dungeon.
Of course, Zhang Tian felt the same way. It could be said that anyone in Zhang Tian's team who had faced death felt the same.
However, to be cautious, Zhang Tian still said.
"For the overall safety of the team, we can prepare. Fujian Kingdom might have heavy Yin energy, so let's bring more items to ward off evil."
Zhang Tian mused.
Whether it was Onmyoji or Yamata no Orochi, they were all filled with Yin energy.
And Onmyoji was merely a weakened version of Chinese Taoism, thus less powerful than Taoists.
"Boss, if we prepare, and with Fatty's armor, perhaps Fujian Kingdom will be the easiest tomb we've ever entered."
Hu Bayi's voice also lightened considerably.
Zhang Tian nodded as well.
"This will likely be the easiest tomb we've ever entered. Let's see if we can bring back more things then."
Zhang Tian said. Hu Bayi nodded and then returned to prepare.
Zhang Qilin, meanwhile, rose and headed towards his room, clearly having his own matters to attend to.
Zhang Tian did not disturb him further.
Time passed quickly.
Five days later.
The gate of Zhang Tian's courtyard was suddenly pounded upon, the impact echoing incessantly.
Zhang Tian and Hu Bayi emerged from the house, exchanging glances.
The person outside seemed agitated, the knocking growing faster.
"Boss, they're probably looking for you."
Hu Bayi looked at Zhang Tian.
He didn't know many people in Beili, and in times of trouble, they wouldn't typically seek him out.
Zhang Tian nodded, unhurriedly opening the courtyard gate.
"Creak."
With a creak, the courtyard gate opened.
The next moment, a figure plopped to the ground.
Perhaps due to the force of his haste, the gate opening suddenly caused him to lose his balance and fall.
"Damn it, my gold tooth."
Seeing his chipped gold tooth, Da Jin Ya hastily picked it up, looking heartbroken.
Zhang Tian and Hu Bayi were puzzled.
Why had Da Jin Ya suddenly appeared here, and why did he seem so anxious?
"The, the curse has come true!"
Suddenly, Da Jin Ya exclaimed excitedly. Zhang Tian and Hu Bayi instantly felt a chill run down their spines. Had it finally come true?