All-Out War

"Mr. Aha... what do you need me to do?"

Since it was 'assistance', Han Dong naturally needed to clarify what he needed to do.

Of course, the best-case scenario is that Mr. Aha is excessively strong.

Han Dong could simply stand by and do nothing, perhaps picking up trash.

"Just do your best... The better you do, the happier I'll be."

Mr. Aha's words contain several layers of meaning.

After all, the rewards for the Hidden Event didn't specify the exact amount of intimacy increase... It seems the more you help, the more intimacy you'll gain.

"OK..."

Han Dong didn't hide his methods much.

As waves of malevolent energy and ash particles appeared, the two containment agents emerged together.

[The Hex spirit - Chen Li]

[The Purgatory Monk - Togu Gonzalez]

"You even know Summoning! Aha!"

Mr. Aha stared wide-eyed at the two summoned creatures, whose styles and attributes were completely different, seemingly very interested in Han Dong's ability.

Another difference is...

This time, Togu appeared quite different from before.

Even Han Dong himself was taken aback.

After all, Togu himself didn't like to talk much, and he would only come out when he was being beaten.

In the months following the end of the training camp, Han Dong kept his promise.

Secretly, Togu followed Winry to the [Underground Forge Citadel], where he endured the hammering of iron and the baptism of lava day and night.

Until a month ago, Togu actually asked to go back to prison to "rest".

Togu has reappeared recently.

Compared to the training camp period, there is a clear difference... This month of seclusion seems to have used all the "Affliction" I had endured before for my own growth.

This is the fundamental reason why Toku, as Contained Object, is marked as "unique".

The bronze skin surface had an added Metallic Sheen, and some iron chains were even embedded in the skin.

Centered on Togu, the aura of power emanating from him became even stronger.

The extreme Affliction he experienced during the battle with the Great Lord Stuart, and the hellish training in the Underground Forge Citadel, were both forms of Affliction training for Togu.

The torn skin is reconstructed in the lava, forming stronger skin tissue.

The shattered bones fused into the iron chains, becoming even harder.

The torn muscle splits into more muscle fibers that connect, making it stronger.

All sins, repentance, grief, and Affliction are expressed in all of us in a clear and concrete form.

Sometimes it takes the form of blessing and grace, and sometimes it takes the form of punishment and corruption.

We will continue our journey along this path of cruelty and devotion, in search of the Miracle. - The Codex of Hellish Monks

During Togu's childhood.

Chen Li, who lives next door, also secretly went to see him several times.

Although their cultivation directions are completely different, they can deeply feel a kind of 'gap'... Togu, this person has a unique will that drives him to grow continuously.

If Chen Li slacks off even slightly, she will be left far behind.

"Aha, let's go!"

To be honest, last time I came I only secretly stole the [Demon Blade]... I didn't have time to come inside the General's Mansion, so I have no idea what's hidden inside.

However, our goal is simple.

The goal is to uncover the secrets of the General's Mansion... What are your thoughts?

Han Dong briefly explained his reasoning:

"... This general's family may have been pursuing and learning evil magic and sorcery from the very beginning, so that they could strengthen their bodies and keep their appearance forever."

When these hanged shop assistants were given the power of knife skills and ghost stories, a portion of their life force was also drained away, becoming the property of the Mistress.

Or perhaps, life was drawn into the Huai Tree, and through its roots connected to the main building, it was transmitted to the deceased general and his four sons, bringing them back to life.

The real secret of the General's Mansion lies in Pathway this family learned this Wicked Arts and Sorcery.

Perhaps deep within the main mansion lies the source of Wicked Arts and Sorcery.

Perhaps it's a book.

Perhaps it is a secret underground chamber with a long history.

Perhaps they are objects that are difficult to describe in words.

Mr. Aha gave a stiff, slightly goofy smile:

"That's what I think too... Let's get going!"

The Mistress outside is no simpleton. If we don't find the root of the problem quickly, your friends might be in danger.

"Hmm... I estimate that the general who died and his four sons are probably in the room where the evil magic is hidden... Finding them will lead to the root of the problem."

Just as they were about to leave their current room and explore the General's Mansion.

Wow~

The sliding door to the room opened.

Han Dong recalled that when he first arrived here, he unexpectedly caught a glimpse of a naked crawling creature hurriedly leaving.

This crawling creature is likely a patrol officer from within the government compound.

A large number of evil creatures clad in samurai armor kept pouring into the room.

Snap snap snap...

At the same time, the sound of clapping hands could be heard continuously coming from the paper door behind them leading to the outer corridor.

Numerous Blood Handprint appeared on the paper door.

Flanking from both the front and back.

But Han Dong showed no fear whatsoever.

"Togu... do it!"

Clang...

Faced with this situation of being surrounded by a large number of enemies, Togu immediately pulled out a lava chain more than three meters long from his palm and launched a sweeping area attack.

Han Dong used the "Lesser Demon Eye" to find an opening, not intending to be trapped in one place for too long.

A battle is about to break out inside the General's Mansion.

In the courtyard of the mansion.

A bizarre battle is also underway.

In a short time, Mia was forced to unleash the [Demon Blade]. Through multiple curses, the Demon Blade was tightly bound to Mia's hands to prevent the weapon from slipping out of her hands and being stolen during the battle.

Even Though the forehead has a large number of compound eyes to assist in observation,

Even Though the four spider legs on its back assisting in movement,

Even Though Mia secretly mastered a rather formidable swordsmanship, and could fully wield the demon sword in conjunction with the curse...

However... Mia couldn't gain the upper hand at all.

Bang!

Blades clashed.

While the Female Ghost in front of her was still exchanging blows with her, an identical Mistress slowly materialized from the side, swiftly slashing at her with fierce swordsmanship.

More importantly, the Female Ghost herself has the attribute of being 'elusive and unpredictable', making it difficult to accurately pinpoint the opponent's location... If she overdoes her attacks or gets greedy with her strikes, Mia will fall into danger.

With Abel and the Wenli the Blacksmith assisting from the side.

At the same time, more and more Female Ghost appeared, formed from the cold air within the pool.

Abel once tried to approach the pond and directly damage the Huai Tree...

Countless female faces formed in the pool of water, and many arms grew out to grab and tear at Abel.

Moreover, the closer Abel got to the Huai Tree, the stronger his suicidal thoughts became.

In a flash, Abel seemed to see something terrifying through the bark of the Crooked Neck Tree, and could only retreat for the time being.