The Second Year

The brief conversation between the Divine Marquis and Zhang Chen ended. Because the matters they had discussed were enough to shake the world, the locations chosen by the Divine Marquis had all undergone the highest level of security measures, making outside surveillance impossible.

"For the remaining two years, I will not interfere with your actions. I know that at some point, you will certainly head to that unexplored four-star dangerous region in the Prison Realm. Before you go, come report to my residence. There are several things I need to tell you then."

"Alright, Master."

After Zhang Chen expressed his thanks, the Divine Marquis had already left the park.

Zhang Chen was in no hurry. He walked alone through the quiet park beneath the night sky, pondering the matter of the Tengu mentioned by the Divine Marquis. The more he thought about it, the more something felt wrong.

"The Tengu's involvement must be for one reason. He hates evil to the bone and never forgives even the slightest grievance. He must want me to die by his own hand rather than at Faceless's hands. But that alone would not be enough to make him confront Nyarlathotep. I wonder what methods Qing Gui used. Still, this is good. At least until I rescue her, the Tengu is on our side."

Wang Yizhi, who had not spoken a single word for nearly half a year, unexpectedly transmitted her voice to Zhang Chen at that moment.

"Yi Zhi, what's wrong? Has your consciousness recovered?" Zhang Chen asked joyfully.

"Tonight may be our final conversation before you rescue my true body. You did well before this. I will soon tell you about the plan for the coming year, and you must at least ensure that you achieve the objectives. You have your own plans