Witch

Just as Mia said.

When near the central area of Dead Water Swamp.

The strange trees are no longer dense, and the wooden planks used for walking also come to an end here.

A large swamp lake occupies the central area.

There are still a large number of "carnivorous wetland plants" hidden beneath the lake, making swimming impossible.

In the very center of the swamp lake stands a dark Gothic-style building, which is the [Witch Academy], the place where Witchcraft Apprentice report on their work.

In addition to reporting on work.

Every week, a public lesson is held at the academy, which all apprentices must attend.

Mia led them around to a place that resembled a swamp dock.

A small wooden boat, submerged in water, covered in moss, and teeming with frogs, is moored here.

Let alone two people sitting on it, Han Dong even felt that if he pushed the wooden boat out alone, it would sink in no time.

Is this boat safe to ride in?

"A small tip will suffice."

Mia took two Copper Coin out of her pocket and gently placed them at the bow of the boat.

One can see wet water plants and vines emerging from the water's surface.

They climbed up the hull and slowly built a medium-sized swamp fisherman on the boat... The fisherman's appearance also plugged the hole in the hull.

"Let's get on the boat."

Under the dim moonlight.

Traveling by boat through quiet, deserted swamp lakes with swamp fishermen and Witchcraft Apprentice is truly a unique experience.

The lake is so vast that at the current rowing speed, it would take at least 20 minutes to the Witch Academy.

"Want to eat?"

Mia pulled a bag of snacks from her waist, which was filled with exotic dried octopus, dried bat meat, snake meat strips, and dried jellyfish skin.

"No..."

When Han Dong smelled this strange odor, he actually experienced a slight intestinal peristalsis.

"I usually don't share such high-end food with others... so I'll just eat it myself."

Mia ate with great relish, occasionally licking her fingers.

"By the way! You should be participating in the [Knight Training Camp] qualifiers in three days, right?" Mia, with a curled octopus-like tentacle still hanging from the corner of her mouth, suddenly looked up and asked.

"Um..."

"Great! I've signed up too. Let's go together then... It should be just the two of us freshmen participating this year, so we can look out for each other."

We'll see.

As the wooden boat gradually approached the center, Han Dong realized that this dark Gothic-style "Witch Academy" was built on a small island with shallow water.

"Come with me... Professor Kailonya should be receiving our distinguished guests in the reception room or office."

Led by Mia, they entered the strangely styled school area.

However, after searching, the school area was completely deserted.

"That's strange. Where did they go?"

"Where does the witch Kailonya live?" Han Dong asked.

"The Top Zone of the Witch Academy is the teacher's private residence... However, the teacher usually doesn't bring guests up there. Unless... the guest the teacher is receiving is not an ordinary guest."

Could it be that we're meeting with the "Great Plague Lord" today?!

The relationship between the Great Plague Lord and the witches was well known to the group of Witchcraft Apprentice living in the swamp... Thinking of this, Mia became somewhat excited.

"Hmm... take me upstairs, I'll wait at the door."

"Good."

Go up the spiral staircase.

The closer you get to the top floor, the stronger the stench of fish eyes becomes.

When they arrived at the door of the "Witch's House," to their surprise... the door, adorned with a skull pendant, was ajar.

The wrinkled human head hanging on the door suddenly spoke in a hoarse voice, "Mia... what are you doing here? Who is this person?!"

"Teacher! He is a disciple of Mr. Black and White, and he has come to see you with a letter!"

"Looking for me? I'm very busy today... I can't see anyone."

Han Dong immediately replied, "Hello, Teacher Kailonya! I'm here to see the [Great Plague Lord]... You all go ahead with your work, I'll wait outside."

The wrinkled human head hanging on the door remained silent in response to Han Dong's reply.

A moment later, the Wooden Gate slowly opened... signaling the two to enter the house.

"Let's go... the teacher has allowed us to go in."

Mia led Han Dong into the Witch's Home.

A giant animal pelt was used as a carpet, and various specimens of insects, fish, and amphibians were hung on the walls.

In addition, on the exhibition stand in the hall, there are various glass bottle samples soaked in alcohol or pickles, as well as various animal eyeballs, whips, wings and some strange aquatic Egg Body.

Just then.

Moglenni, the Great Plague Lord, emerged from the inner bedroom while fastening his belt.

Immediately following.

First, a wisp of black, almost liquid-like vapor wafted out of the room.

The witch in charge of the Dead Water Swamp and witch training, Kailonya Mason, slowly walked out.

This Mysticism Department deputy director, second only to Mr. Black and White, was completely different from the hunchbacked old witch with a huge hooked nose that Han Dong had imagined.

A long dress woven from multiple layers of black tulle;

A graceful yet curvaceous figure

Applying a heavy purplish-black eyeshadow,

Wearing two skull earrings inlaid with gemstones,

He has lip piercings, tongue piercings, and nose piercings—he has them all.

Beautiful and alluring, mysterious and strange, this is the ruler of the Dead Water Swamp.

"So it was you..."

The Great Plague Lord immediately recognized the disciple of the Mr. Black and White.

Last time, thanks to Han Dong's help in deciphering the treasure map of Dragonbone Wasteland, the Plague Knights obtained an important treasure that improved the team's overall level.

The Great Plague Lord's prejudice against Han Dong for possessing "superpowers" was thus greatly reduced.

Upon meeting, Han Dong immediately handed over the letter of introduction.

Little did anyone know, the Great Plague Lord didn't even look at it, and casually sat down on the leather sofa next to the fireplace.

"There's no need for this kind of referral letter... Just say what you need me for. If it's related to the 'plague,' I can teach you some practical application techniques."

Since you are a disciple of Black and White, you are also considered half of my student.

Just as Han Dong smiled and prepared to ask a question.

With a wave of her hand, the witch placed four strange cups of tea, emanating a purple aura, on the table, gesturing for everyone to sit down and chat.

"Kailonya, Teacher Kaironya."

Han Dong deliberately found a seat directly facing the Great Plague Lord and sat down.

Who knew?

The witch sat directly on the Great Plague Lord legs, leaning against its solid chest... completely ignoring the gazes of these younger ones.

This intimate behavior made Mia blush slightly, and she picked up her teacup, trying to avoid eye contact.

"Ask away."

"Yes... I came here to ask about ' Plague Variant ' and minoring in another Destiny profession."

"Um?"

Han Dong's question immediately drew the witch's attention.

Mia, holding her teacup, stared blankly at her classmate.