Free Web NovelChapter 1244: Chapter 1240: A Trace of Divine Aura
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast glanced at the people still kneeling straight downstairs, and then looked at Yun Ran, its attitude becoming significantly more reverent.
To be so ruthless towards fellow humans, how could she possibly be kind to it, this Fierce Beast~
"How is the investigation going?"
Yun Ran remained in a meditation pose, her eyes closed, as the sudden voice emerged.
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast touched its heart, not startled, indicating it had become accustomed to Yun Ran’s unpredictability.
"I’ve managed to uncover some clues. Using many methods, I initially infer that this Dream Realm is based on reality.
As for the owner of this obsession, I’ve tried communicating with spiritual objects, but haven’t discovered who it is for now, however..."
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast suddenly paused, Yun Ran’s closed eyes abruptly opened.
She could clearly see the obvious uncertainty in the eyes of the Nine-headed Ferocious Beast.
"However, what?"
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast actually suspected it might be mistaken; after all, in all its years, it had never seen such a situation.
But after repeated attempts yielding the same result, excluding all interferences, the most unlikely answer became the only answer.
"I seem to perceive that this Dream Realm has a trace of divine presence, though that seems impossible..."
Unaware of the reasons Yun Ran was brought into this by the copper mirror, the Nine-headed Ferocious Beast faithfully conveyed its perception to Yun Ran.
Still baffled, even doubting its own instincts, Yun Ran’s expression slightly froze.
She suddenly recalled asking the copper mirror about the High Priest.
As a result, the copper mirror whisked her away to this place.
So, the owner of this Dream Realm is actually the mysterious High Priest!!!
A shiver ran down Yun Ran’s spine.
The ability to sustain such an enormous and incredibly real illusion, and yet, it’s merely an obsession of the High Priest.
Yun Ran at this moment dared not contemplate the sheer power of the High Priest.
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast appeared defeated, but in reality, many of its eyes were tightly fixed on Yun Ran.
Fearing Yun Ran might seal it again for failing to bring back definite news.
But its concerns were unnecessary.
Yun Ran simply waved her hand: "You’re free now, you can go out and wander. But keep in mind what should and shouldn’t be done!"
Hearing it could go out, the Nine-headed Ferocious Beast’s eyes gleamed with astonishing brilliance.
Though it may do nothing, taking a stroll, admiring the mountains, birds, and flowers is a blessing in itself.
"Rest assured, Young Master, I understand the rules. Whenever you need, just call, and I’ll return at once~"
Perhaps sealed for too long, the Nine-headed Ferocious Beast now even understood social etiquette.
Before leaving, it even knew to exchange pleasantries.
"Go ahead~"
The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast scampered away, Yun Ran ceased meditating and stood up.
Outside, the sky was thoroughly dark, opening the wooden door, the stilt building area was already deserted.
As Yun Ran emerged, someone responsible for patrolling promptly appeared from the shadows, hunched, and acting servilely.
Clearly, the people here genuinely feared her as the impostor Divine Envoy.
"Where are the people I previously brought back?"
The captives she had previously brought back were either punished to extract their value or used directly as sacrifices.
Only the ones Yun Ran brought were treated well, locked in the dungeon as per Yun Ran’s orders.
"Lord Divine Envoy, they are all securely detained. I can have them brought here immediately."
"No need, I’ll go look myself!"
The person patrolling dared not dispute, hastily nodded, and led the way.
The dungeon was far better than Yun Ran imagined, at least clean and ventilated.
Unbeknownst to Yun Ran, these dungeons were rarely used, hence their cleanliness.
Occasionally, the torches on the walls crackled, adding some sound to the environment. freeweɓnovel.cѳm
"Lord Divine Envoy, we have arrived."
Immediately, someone brought a chair for Yun Ran and presented a brazier to quickly dispel the dungeon’s chill.
The captives bound tightly were roughly dragged in front of Yun Ran.
The patrol person instinctively grabbed a whip from the nearby wall.
Just awaiting Yun Ran’s command to lash these captives fiercely.
They had previously interrogated, and these people dared attack Lord Divine Envoy midway, which is, an old fool seeking death!
"Untie their ropes."
The patrol person initially thought he might demonstrate his whipping skills.
But upon hearing these words, he was momentarily stunned, questioning if he heard wrong.
Could it be, Lord Divine Envoy wanted to spare these people?
"What? My command is ineffective now?"
Yun Ran’s tone was exceptionally calm, but to others, it felt entirely different.
Like a knife directly hovering over their necks.
"Yes, yes, yes, I shall do it at once."
A few subordinates hurriedly and somewhat flustered untied the ropes of the captives.
Once untied, they remained in place, clearly fearing these captives might misjudge the situation.
Thinking that being unbound meant they could plot against Lord Divine Envoy.
Yet their greatest concern was that if these captives were unruly and provoked Lord Divine Envoy, they would suffer with them.
Therefore, as long as Lord Divine Envoy hadn’t dismissed them, they would remain stationed there.
The captives were unwound, but in their hearts, no relief was felt; their eyes bore deep wariness and hatred.
Once their mouths were freed, one immediately hurled curses at Yun Ran.
"Kill or chop us as you wish, don’t expect any secrets from our lips!"
A single curse prompted the others to quickly join in.
"You scum of the Dark Hall, one day you’ll face retribution!"
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Yun Ran had hoped they’d reveal something insightful, yet all were simply empty threats.
Seeing Lord Divine Envoy so affronted, those few subordinates had a flash of ruthless intent.
If not for Lord Divine Envoy’s silence, they would’ve already ripped out these captives’ tongues!
