## Chapter 315: The Dashing Lightness Skill
Breaking through the thick Bone Wall formed by Burning Skeletons, the tall and gaunt Ghoul Lord was already close at hand. The dazzling red light flickering within its Skull eye sockets stared straight at me. Its left hand, shaped like a blade, swung down, hacking directly at my neck.
With a slight parry from my right hand, the Bone Blade struck my arm, leaving a shallow Bloodstain. In the fiercely flickering red light in the Ghoul Lord's eye sockets, I slightly bared my fangs, my five fingers pressed together like a bayonet, and stabbed straight towards its abdomen. My nails pierced its abdomen, emitting a dull tearing sound, passing through the shriveled belly without resistance. The Ghoul Lord's upper body truly lived up to its name, Hollow One; its stomach was completely empty, containing nothing at all. Continuing to penetrate deeper, I finally touched a hard cylindrical object. Hmm, it was probably its spine. Applying a little force, there was a crisp sound of Bone breaking. My palm, covered in shredded Meat, emerged from its Back.
"Hiss—"
The Ghoul Lord, which shouldn't have a Pain Sensation, also let out a Wail. Its upper body leaned back slightly, and its Throat suddenly swelled up like a toad. Having experienced this countless times, how could I not know what it wanted to do? Although it wouldn't cause much Damage to me, still...
Your breath stinks, you bastard!!!
I pulled out my left hand without hesitation and ducked down. The Poison Gas sprayed from the Ghoul Lord's mouth brushed past my Back, narrowly missing me. I felt a chill down my Back, as if I could also smell that nauseating stench.
An elbow strike knocked the Ghoul Lord's entire Upper Body in front of me off balance. Eh, a Corpse is a Corpse. It can still move without hindrance even with a broken spine. However, if it weren't like this, I wouldn't have been able to completely break its spine. These roundabout Rules are really frustrating.
Taking advantage of the situation, I added a Savage Frenzy to the Ghoul Lord's Body. A faint red Glow immediately Enveloped me. The Ghoul Lord fell in response. Too lazy to look at it again, my body, flickering with Light, suddenly accelerated, looking like a red Shadow. With a flash of red Light, I had already appeared In Front of the next Ghoul Lord. Savage Frenzy, truly a super useful Skill...
After taking care of the remaining four Ghoul Lords, Tia, who had been showing off her Strength under the Protection of the Ghost Wolves, had also mostly cleared out the Burning Skeletons. She was walking towards me with a charming smile.
"Come, Comrade, let us celebrate this victory with a warm embrace."
I opened my arms and approached Tia with ill intentions. The little girl first looked at me with curious Eyes. When I got within about four or five meters, she suddenly let out a "Woo~~" sound. Like avoiding a snake or scorpion, she quickly retreated a few steps, finally realizing my bad intentions.
"No, no, I don't want to hug you. You stink, Fanfan. I absolutely won't let you hug me until you wash up."
So, if I wash up, I can hug you however I want? I rolled my Eyes. It seems I really need to remind Old Man Saklon to teach this silly girl some knowledge about men and women when I have time.
"What kind of talk is that? We are Comrades! Can this little bit of stench sever the Bond between us who have faced life and death together? You are too heartless."
I continued to stretch out my Body, which was covered in the Ghoul Lord's stench, and chased after Tia with a chuckle.
"Woo~~"
Tia was momentarily stunned by my words, torn between the stench and our Friendship as Comrades. It wasn't until I was about to get close that she shrieked in sudden Realization.
"What are you talking about? That has nothing to do with anything! Nobody says that facing life and death together means you have to hug! Fanfan, you're so bad. You actually tried to Swindle me."
Tch, was I seen through? I spat, stopping my Footsteps helplessly. Eh, eh, it's actually quite fun to tease this girl.
"Fanfan, be a good boy and take a bath."
Tia hid behind the Wall, shrinking into it, only poking out half of her cute little Head. She looked at me wobblingly, her Gaze filled with the vigilance of a Rabbit.
"Yes, yes, let's stop here for today. Let's get some good Rest."
I pointed to a hiding spot not far away and set up my Tent, planning to take a good bath inside. Otherwise, Tia might really not come within five meters of me again.
Tia responded and also took out a pink Small Tent, setting it up far away from me. It seemed she still had lingering shadows from my previous Action.
"Come, my lovely Saintess Highness, let's have a hug." A lewd Voice came from inside the set-up Tent.
"How long are you going to keep using that joke?! Ahhhhhhh... Exorcism, Exorcism Exorcism Exorcism...!!!!!"
Continuous White Light leaked from the Tent entrance. A Shadow flew out from the Tent entrance, bounced off the ground dozens of meters away, and thrashed around like a puppet with its Bones removed. It twitched all over and stopped moving. The future Savior, the great Hero King Druid Wu Fan, thus passed away...
Hey, hey!!
After some rustling, I finally got rid of the stench completely. I stretched, my Body limp as I lay on the Table, gnawing on a piece of Jerky with my teeth clacking weakly. The Little Ghost, still angry, had her Back to me, holding a Chipped Diamond in her two small hands, gnawing on it with great enjoyment at a very high Speed, taking small bites. No matter how you looked at it, her way of eating was no different from a squirrel's. The Diamond in her hand emitted a squeaking Wail, disappearing at a speed visible to the naked Eye.
Although I've said it countless times, I still have to marvel at how good this Little Ghost's Teeth are. Also, I have to thank you for your mercy these past few days, otherwise, there might not be a person named Wu Fan in this world anymore, woo~~
Footsteps approached. The Little Ghost's ears perked up sensitively. Holding the half-eaten Diamond, her small Head looked around vigilantly. I say, are you really a squirrel? Hurry up and show me your Tail?
"Don't think about seducing other women."
The Little Ghost grinned with her cute Corner of the mouth, showing me her excellent Teeth, and then quickly drilled into my Necklace.
"Fanfan, can I come in?" After a while, Tia's Voice sounded from outside.
I responded. A small Head poked through the Tent entrance. Her little nose sniffed, and after confirming, Tia walked in.
"Is something wrong?" I yawned, asking lazily.
"Hehe..., Fanfan, I made Meat Soup. Do you want to eat together?" Tia held her small hands behind her Back, showing her signature innocent smile.
"Oh, that's good."
My Eyes lit up. I was just thinking of filling my stomach with something warm, and I was too lazy to make it myself. I didn't expect it to be delivered automatically. The Power of the Protagonist's Halo is truly terrifying. I was completely shocked.
"Wow, Fanfan, you expanded your Tent with Space Magic, right?"
Tia's Eyes widened as she looked around, noticing that the Space inside was nearly ten times larger than it appeared. She couldn't help but exclaim.
"Yes. What about it?"
Seeing that Tia was amazed but not surprised at all, I knew they must also be researching Space Magic, and their progress seemed to be not much slower than Fara's.
Speaking of the origin of this Tent, Doug gave it to me when I first arrived in Diablo. I had always been reluctant to throw it away. Velas took it to wash it repeatedly and repaired it for a while, sewing and patching. In the skillful hands of Velas, the originally pigsty-like Tent was completely renewed. Then, Fara expanded it. Of course, as Rogue's Number One Stingy, he naturally wouldn't do it for free. Of course, as Rogue's Third Stingy, I naturally wouldn't let him earn too much.
At Tia's warm invitation, I walked out of the Tent. A fragrant smell immediately hit my nose. My shifty Eyes darted around. It turned out Tia had made a Campfire in Front of her own Tent entrance, and a steaming Iron Pot of Meat Soup was boiling on it.
"Fanfan, don't you think these past few days have been strange?" Tia giggled, watching me wolf down a large piece of Fragrant Meat and then flip my tongue from being scalded.
"Yes. The Enemies are all Ghoul Lords and Burning Skeletons. We haven't seen any other Monsters."
I stared intently at the steaming Meat chunks in the bowl, my Inner Heart fiercely struggling whether it was safer to wait for it to cool down or fill my stomach while it was hot. Finally, I sighed deeply, two lines of clear tears flowing from my tiger-like Eyes, making the most difficult choice of my life. With a solemn Expression, I stuffed the entire piece of Stewed Meat, which seemed to still be steaming hot, into my mouth. Woo woo~~, so hot, so hot, so fragrant, so fragrant. I couldn't tell if it was hot or fragrant anymore.
"So Fanfan, you noticed it too, hehe..."
Seeing my exaggerated way of eating, Tia rolled around laughing.
"So what does that mean?"
I took a gulp of Cold Water and finally came back to life temporarily.
"Dummy, it means there's a Ghoul Lord **Boss** likely ahead." Tia carefully used a long spoon to scoop a few pieces of Fragrant Meat into my bowl.
"Oh, is that so?"
My Gaze returned to the steaming bowl, and my Inner Heart continued to struggle.
"A **Boss**! It's very likely a Minor Boss Rank Monster, or even Demon Lord Rank."
Seeing my indifferent Appearance, Tia's nose immediately became crooked with anger. Really, she didn't know if this person's mind was attracted by Food or if he truly didn't care about such a terrifying Existence. A Mini-Boss! That's a Monster that only the Elders in the Village can deal with, and now we're encountering it in this disadvantageous Terrain with narrow Space.
"Mm, understood."
I responded casually, making the difficult choice again, stuffing the scalding Stewed Meat into my mouth. When it came to Experience, Tia was still lacking. I had already noticed this point a few days ago. Her Information was too outdated.
"Hmph hmph hmph~~, Fanfan, you idiot, I'm not giving you any more! Eh~? Eh eh eh~~?? It's gone, woo~~~~"
Tia puffed out her small mouth and angrily snatched the pot away. She glanced inside inadvertently and immediately let out a Wail. It turned out she had been taking care of me the whole time and forgot to eat herself. Now there was only some leftover Soup in the pot.
"So full, so full. Well then, good night, my little Tia." I patted my belly contentedly, completely ignoring Tia, who was puffing out her small mouth in anger and making empty gestures with the long spoon at my Back. I waved and crawled into the Tent.
The next day, the combination of Ghoul Lords and Burning Skeletons continued along the way. I didn't mind. I didn't have to worry about being electrocuted into an afro by Steel Scarabs, didn't have to worry about being roasted into an African black by the Vampire Lord, and even less about being knocked dizzy by Sand Maggots and then judged to be Tier 2 brain-damaged. The only downside was that the Ghoul Lords were really too smelly. Why couldn't they be as fragrant as last night's Stewed Meat? I was very puzzled.
Tia, that Little Jinx, truly spoke things into Existence. After dealing with a batch of Ghoul Lord + Burning Skeleton combinations, we passed through a long Passage. Just as we were wondering why it was so quiet along the way, our Eyes suddenly lit up, and our Footsteps stopped involuntarily.
"Things really do come true when you say them."
I sighed and looked at Tia helplessly.
At the exit of the Passage, down the Stairs, was a huge Tomb Chamber, estimated to be at least ten thousand square meters in area. On it, dense, fiery red Burning Skeletons formed a Sea of Bones. A few thousand? Or tens of thousands? It was impossible to count. Among them were many tall Chieftains and even Elites. On the other side of the Passage, at the Entrance of the Tomb Chamber, stood a dozen huge Ghoul Lords. One of them was exceptionally tall, more than twice the size of a normal Ghoul Lord. Its purplish-red giant Body emitted a strong oppressive Aura.
Minor Boss Level Ghoul Lord. The most formidable Enemy, finally appeared.
"Woo woo~~, what should we do? It seems this Quest can't be completed. I should have brought more of my clansmen." Tia wailed, holding her Head.
"Is there no other way around?"
Looking at Tia's pitiful Expression, for some reason, I just wanted to bully her. Perhaps it was because she usually had such a cheerful and optimistic Appearance, and it was rare for her to show such a Weakness.
"Woo woo~~, there isn't. I haven't been here before either. I only knew there was such a Passage from the Map." Tia shook her Head, hugging it tightly like a Mole.
"Oh dear. What should we do now? If we don't complete the Quest and go back like this, we'll definitely be laughed at by others." I continued to sigh, pretending to be helpless.
"Woo woo~~, stop talking, stop talking, Fanfan, you Bad Guy." Tia simply hugged her Head and shrank into the Corner's shadow, wailing intermittently, her Figure becoming smaller and smaller...
"Alright, alright. I'm not playing with you anymore. Leave everything to me. You have to be good and stay here." I finally couldn't help but laugh out loud. I stroked her Head repeatedly.
"Eh eh?"
Tia looked up, staring at me in surprise.
"Leaving two Ghost Wolves here should be enough, right? Don't act recklessly, okay?" As my Gaze met hers, I only saw my Back View getting further and further away.
"Idiot, what are you doing? You're the one who shouldn't act recklessly!"
Tia shrieked in alarm, about to chase after me, but the Ghost Wolf beside her suddenly stepped forward and blocked her. She could only watch my tall Figure standing on the Stairs, looking down at the countless Sea of Skeletons below like a King.
With a "Swish" sound, the Burning Skeletons below finally reacted. Their mandibles opened and closed, the red light in their eye sockets flickered a few times, and then suddenly erupted. Countless Skeletons immediately surged up the Stairs. The clattering of their Bones sounded like the uniform Footsteps of thousands of heavy Knights, echoing throughout the entire Tomb Chamber, making one's heart tremble before the Battle even began.
It's over, we've been discovered. It's a fight to the Death now.
Tia froze, a look of Despair flashing across her Eyes. But in just a moment, that bright smile reappeared, though with an added layer of Strength. Gently stroking the Staff in her hand, she raised her Head and strode past the Ghost Wolf. The determination in her Gaze made the Ghost Wolf pause, and it didn't continue to block her.
"Eh, you guys are so annoying." Looking at the surging Skeletons below, I yawned.
All this way, I actually quite enjoyed the happiness of cooperating with Tia. After all, I had struggled alone for a long time, and occasionally I hoped someone could stand by my side, acting as my arm. Although Light Snow could also play such a Role, it was still just a Wolf.
So, I'm sorry for hiding my Strength.
" Light Snow , prepare."
Looking at the Skeletons gradually approaching my field of vision, I narrowed my Eyes slightly. I waved gently, and Light Snow , standing behind me, immediately stepped forward two steps, extending her Claws and hooking them tightly into the ground. Her mouth, as large as a washbasin, opened to more than 180 degrees. Layers of storm-like Aura erupted from within.
"Boom—"
A pure White Light Pillar shot out from the large mouth, piercing through the entire Sea of Skeletons and hitting the group of Ghoul Lords on the opposite side. Three Ghoul Lords standing in the front were thrown more than ten meters into Mid-air by the explosive airflow like Junk, and then fell as chunks of Meat.
Tch, didn't hit the Mini-Boss? What a shame. I pouted.
The entire scene suddenly fell silent. Even the Burning Skeletons, which had been rushing forward with a reckless momentum just now, froze in Mid-air. They turned their Heads and stared blankly at the four-meter-wide empty Space that extended in a straight line from the exit on this side, through the entire Tomb Chamber, to the Entrance on the opposite side. A moment ago, their brothers were "alive" and standing on it. The next moment, they had already turned into a pile of Crushed Bones falling from the sky.
Tia, who had seen everything, stared at the artificial empty Space and also froze. The Staff in her hand fell to the ground unnoticed. The two Ghost Wolves that followed behind glanced at her lightly, as if saying, what are you so anxious about? Look, this is our Strength.
"Hiss—"
The Mini-Boss Ghoul Lord, which was half a head taller than ordinary Ghoul Lords, roared towards the sky. Only then did the Burning Skeletons react—yes, as long as the Ghoul Lords were there, they wouldn't die. The Skeletons, having emerged from Fear, immediately regained their Spirit and surged forward again.
"Oh oh, the Presence is quite good."
I laughed and gave instructions to Light Snow and the others. With a light shout, I immediately transformed into Werewolf State.
Hmph hmph, let me show you the Divine Skill I've newly practiced! I jumped down from the Stairs. Amidst Tia's stunned gasp, I stepped on the Head of a Burning Skeleton.
Hey!
With a push of my foot, I stepped on the Head beneath me and leaped high again. My Gaze swept over the Sea of Skeletons below, looking for which Skull's Head was rounder and more comfortable to step on.
That's right, this is the Lightness Skill I had been diligently practicing in the Rogue Camp, using the Tents in the Camp area. The number of Tents I collapsed during this time was countless. Not only was I chased by those Aunties and Aunties with Iron Pots and Cleavers throughout half of the Rogue Encampment, but I was also invited by Akara to drink Tea for a whole day. The bitterness and Sweat involved were enough to make even a Fallen shed tears and cry out "Confidante".
How about it, doesn't it look cool? (Teacher Kashya's teaching time: Actually, this Technique is completely impractical. Besides Tents, what other Monster will stand there stupidly and let an idiot like you step on it?) I haven't named it yet. What should I call it? Floating on Water? Traceless Snow Tread? Roving Waves Microstep?
In a flash, I had leaped over more than half of the Tomb Chamber. The Mini-Boss on the opposite side became clear. Oh? Its Name is "Ancient Soulless Card". Tch tch, how vulgar. Let me take your neck.
Just as I was feeling smug, the Skull's Head I was stepping on suddenly softened and collapsed. My Body immediately fell into the Sea of Skeletons. Wh-what's going on? The thought flashed through my mind.
Damn it, this Skeleton is calcium deficient.
The surroundings darkened. Skeletons covered the sky and earth, surrounding me. Some even stepped on their companions, pressing down from above. It seemed they planned to crush me to Death even if they couldn't hack me to Death.
Tsk tsk. Is it that easy? You guys can't even break my defense. However, being piled up by a large group of Skeleton scum is indeed unlucky.
The next moment, an Ice Lotus bloomed from the mountain of Skeletons. Sorceress Cold Element Tier 2 Skill - Frost Nova.
"Exorcism—"
After the Ice Lotus, a slow and majestic Voice came from within. A White Barrier was seen opening from below and expanding. The piled-up Skeletons were immediately shaken away by the White Barrier, revealing a large empty Space. I, in the center of the empty Space, slowly stood up, patted the Dirt off my Body, and leaped up, continuing my Lightness Skill journey.
Cleric First Tier Skill - Exorcism. I was hit by a blow from the Little Ghost yesterday, and I didn't expect to be able to imitate it and vent it today. It seems to be the Bane of these Skeletons.
With several consecutive leaps, I had crossed the Sea of Skeletons below the Tomb Chamber and appeared opposite the Ghoul Lords. I grinned at the Mini-Boss. It seems the Melee Capability of this type of Monster isn't very high. This can be seen from its undisguised panicked Gaze.
"Hiss—"
Several Ghoul Lords surrounded me, blocking my path, seemingly trying to Protect their boss, Ancient Soulless Card... Damn it, this Name is so awkward. Let's just call it Brother Card. And our Brother Card took the opportunity to throw a black Light ball at me. This Light ball is quite famous; it can be used to Resurrect Skeletons or Damage Enemies. When used by Brother Card, it can even Resurrect ordinary Ghoul Lords. It seems this Battle will be endless if I don't take care of Brother Card first.
Enduring the impact of the black Light ball, I casually touched a nearby Ghoul Lord with Savage Frenzy. Using the Speed boost, I instantly passed through their Encirclement. Now they've become Helpers blocking the pursuing Skeletons behind me. How ironic.
I've already met Brother Card one-on-one. He's quite straightforward, roaring like a true man, throwing another black Light ball, and then howling as he lunged at me. Don't rush, don't rush, let's have a good chat. It's so uncivilized to constantly yell about fighting and killing.
I shifted my Body, dodging the black Light ball, and quickly switched Weapons. A Weakening Ward appeared above its Head. Uh, the effect doesn't seem good. Let's look at the Mini-Boss Level Stats: Extra Strong, Magic Resistance, Lightning Enchanted. Damn it, can't you be a little weaker?
I crouched like a cat and flashed to Brother Card's feet. Looking up, I realized its height. It was a full four or five meters tall. Let alone now, even in Werebear Form, I could only reach its chest. Coupled with its gaunt Figure, standing by the roadside, it would be hard to tell if it wasn't a utility pole.
Originally, for Lightning Enchanted Monsters, it's best to avoid Melee Capability and use Magic Attack for safety. But Brother Card also had the Magic Resistance Stat. Alright, if one plan fails, I have another. I'll shoot it with my Bow and Arrow. Unexpectedly, Brother Card was also prepared, casting Extra Strong again. It was like a Hedgehog, making it impossible to attack.