"'Horcruxes'? A lich-like 'soul box'? ”

Dean looked at the slightly mottled oil painting and asked subconsciously.

He felt a peculiar difference in the painting, which was somewhat similar to the rumored 'Soul Box', but Dean had not really seen the Lich.

So, not so sure.

In fact, Goldz has a history and legend of the Lich, but like the dragon, the Lich has long since disappeared into history.

And some of the rumored undead creatures that resemble the Lich are just more powerful undead creatures.

It's a zombie, or it's a skeleton.

Or simply the product of the failed and successful experiments of wizards.

Dean also doesn't know if there are lichs in other planes in the astral plane.

After all, he had only been to Ryrol in one of those many astral planes.

"Somewhat similar, but different, at least I'm sure I'm not an undead creature - undead creatures are barren, and they're all sustained by soul fire, and I don't need to!"

Gray smiled faintly, his sky-blue eyes flashing with a charming gaze, definitely not a chilling, icy soul fire.

"What about a similar place?"

Dean pondered the question.

"Just destroy this painting, and I'll die! On the contrary, as long as the painting is not destroyed, I will not die in any way—whether it is the cutting of a sharp blade, the burning of flames, the frost of ice, or the crushing of the 'domain', it has no effect! My weakness is only this painting! And that's how sincere I am expressing to you...... Again, I wouldn't mind you trying it yourself! ”

Gray said.

"Is that so?"

Dean took a deep breath and asked rhetorically.

Although before the questioning. Dean had such a guess. But when the other party explains. Still surprised.

The other party's ability is really very peculiar.

It was so strange that it amazed Dean.

However, there should also be limitations.

Otherwise, the other party would not have come to him for so-called cooperation.

Looking at the mottled surface of the painting, Dean thought silently.

As for the other party to deceive again?

Dean naturally doesn't trust the other party completely, at least due diligence is necessary.

"This painting represents your life, and from its current point of view, your 'life' is not very good!"

Dean gestured to the mottled surface of the painting.

"That's right. It made me 'immortal', but it can't withstand the ravages of time, even though I tried very hard to prevent this from becoming my weakness when making this painting - it's just that things are always unexpected and I am no exception! ”

Gray nodded, a look of gloom on his face.

Obviously, there's some story in there.

However, Dean was not interested in such stories.

He is more focused on the present.

"You want me to help you fix this painting? I'm sorry, but I can draw. But I don't think my painting can help you achieve the results you want! ”

Dean said.

From the very beginning, the other party made it clear that they were looking to cooperate with him.

So naturally, there must be something about him that is valued by the other party.

Perhaps it was the fearlessness of those crowns. Maybe it's strength, but Dean instinctively feels that there should be something else that will make the other party take such a risk.

After all, the other party's actions at the moment completely pushed themselves to the opposite side of those crowns.

And, simply because of a stranger who has met once!

No sane person would do that.

Unless there is a compelling reason.

Dean wanted to know why.

Compared with the 'sincerity' shown by the other party, Dean is more willing to find it himself.

"It's not about fixing paintings, it's about finding tools for fixing paintings!"

Gray said, and then, there was a palpable hesitation on Gray's face, apparently thinking about whether or not to say something.

Dean didn't urge, just picked up the teacup and waited quietly for the other party's answer.

The other party has a request for him.

The initiative is in his hands, and Dean will naturally not be in a hurry.

After a moment, Gray's eyes turned to Dean.

"This is one of my greatest secrets, and I want Lord Zelgan to keep it a secret - whether you agree to it or not!"

Gray said solemnly.

"We can sign a contract!"

Dean replied.

"No, no, you don't need to sign a contract, you just need your verbal consent!"

Gray waved his hand.

"Just verbal? Don't need to sign a contract? ”

Dean looked at each other in surprise.

"Seemingly useless verbal agreements are far more solid than an unbreakable contract - I hope that our future cooperation will be genuine, not so-called contractual cooperation...... It's really hard for us to get to where we should be, and it's likely that this mission will fail! And for me...... If you fail, you die! ”

Gray said with a wry smile.

Dean looked at the other party's wry smile and was noncommittal.

Dean didn't quite believe the other party's words at the moment!

Compared with the words spoken by the other party before, there are fundamentally loopholes in this words.

Verbal agreement?

Sign a contract?

As long as you are not an idiot, you know which one to choose.

As for playing to the level and combat power that it should have?

Under the constraints of the contract, Dean is more confident that he can play his due level and combat power, after all, the power of the contract is compulsory.

Although it was useless for Dean.

Or...... The other party knows this?

Such thoughts rose from the bottom of Dean's heart, and then, Dean's eyes looked at the other party.

However, there was nothing abnormal in the other party's expression.

Or is it a restriction that prevents the other party from entering into a contract?

Dean guessed.

And when this speculation appeared, Dean became more and more sure in his heart.

The other party should have some restrictions on the contract!

However, Dean didn't say it explicitly.

He just shrugged his shoulders and said, "I'm willing to keep it a secret for you!" ”

"I believe your word!"

Gray said. I'm ready to tell my secrets.

"Your Excellency Zelgaon. Have you ever seen the relics of the 'gods'? ”

But. Before speaking, Gray asked rhetorically.

"The remnants of the 'gods'? Have you ever seen the relics of a real 'god'? ”

Dean was stunned and glanced at Gray, who nodded.

And this surprised Dean again.

This is because most of the relics of the so-called 'gods' are cemeteries after the fall of the 'gods'.

'God' itself is already the pinnacle of existence.

Compared to the legendary creatures, they are even rarer and rarer.

And the creatures that can fight the 'gods' are naturally the same. Not only has strong strength, but also has a high level of wisdom.

Thus, the fall of a 'god' means that most of the other party's wealth, including believers, will be taken over by the overcomers—in fact, the divine wars recorded in several biographies that Dean has read are for believers.

The very existence of believers creates the 'power of faith'.

The magic of the 'power of faith' was something that Dean didn't appreciate.

But it will not be denied.

The one in the Dragon's Prison can be exchanged for such a big price. It is enough to prove the value of the 'power of faith'.

And because of this, 'God' is extremely difficult to kill.

Because. They can heal themselves with the 'power of faith'.

In other words, unless he dies on the spot, the 'god' should be immortal.

Died in battle, everything was accepted.

Just if you are injured, you can use the 'power of faith' to heal your wounds.

Under such a premise, the existence of relics such as 'gods' is almost impossible.

But it's not absolute!

Dean looked at Gray with a flash in his eyes.

By this time, Dean finally understood why Gray had come to him alone.

Dean was sure that if such news was known to several of the other party's subordinates, then the Quentin Crown would also know about it.

After all, the value of this news is definitely a great reward.

The subordinates of the other party were rewarded with irresistible rewards.

And as one of the other party's secrets, the other party obviously doesn't want to do this.

So, the other side should find people who have no fear of the crown, or who are not so fearful.

And the newcomers Tianwu and Mordis are excellent candidates.

And, of course, ...... He!

That's why the other party will invest in the so-called 'attention' and appear in front of him so appropriately.

"I stumbled upon this ruin! I couldn't believe where I found, but as I explored and harvested step by step, I realized that I had found the greatest treasure in my life - my immortal body, the technology of the puppet, and even the knowledge that was isolated from the investigation of my majesty were all obtained from there! ”

Gray began to tell.

"I've been there for almost twenty years, but I'm still on the periphery, and I can't get into the core at all - I was just a guy who had just stepped into the gold level, and I didn't have enough patience! So, I left, wandering the astral planes and planes, thinking that I could get to where I wanted to be without relying there, but in fact, it turned out to be nothing more than my naivety! ”

"So, I'm ready to go back there! However, I suddenly realized that even if I wanted to return there, it became very difficult - I could not leave at will under the watchful eyes of the layers! Any change in my movement will lead me to a place of no return! So, I can only wait anxiously! ”

"Your Excellency Zelgaon, do you understand such suffering? My heart felt like it was being bitten by a worm at every moment—the ruins only appeared at certain times every ten years, and each time it appeared less than ten days or so! Under such limitations, my wait became even longer until ...... This war! ”

With that, Gray's breathing became rapid.

"This war, coinciding with the appearance of the ruins, is also a time when no one will notice—but I know that I still need a helper, and you have appeared, Lord Zelgaon!"

"What a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

Dean sighed.

By this time, Dean finally understood why the other party was willing to take such a big risk and stand on the opposite side of those crowns.

PS first update ~ (to be continued......)