Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 179

Chapter 179: Chapter179-The Royal Tomb of Kyrik
Within the pale purple magical barrier, Ymir’s tall, striking figure hovered above the ground.

Her long legs, as white as ivory, added a certain allure, as though she was a vision seen through a mist, despite her being in a spirit form.

However, Owen’s focus wasn’t on Ymir’s appearance but entirely on what she represented.

The Godslayer Staff!

Was Ymir planning to give him all the information about the Godslayer Staff?

In the original story, Ymir was the one who knew all the clues about the Godslayer Staff.

It was through her help that the original protagonist, John, managed to fully grasp and unseal the Godslayer Staff.

Owen, on the other hand, had painstakingly gathered bits of information about the Godslayer Staff from the system’s hints.

If Ymir were to reveal everything to him now, it would be an enormous advantage.

After all, Melodic Academy had agreed to help him fend off Pyrothrone Kingdom for a year under the threat of Rachel’s virginity.

But after a year, the enraged Pyrothrone Kingdom would surely come after him with a vengeance.

Melodic Academy might also secretly plot against him, not to mention other forces in Middle Earth eyeing the Supreme Order.

His situation was far from secure.

Unsealing the Godslayer Staff would be a massive shortcut, significantly boosting his combat power within that year.

As Owen’s gaze grew more surprised and expectant, Ymir reflected on her past interactions with Owen.

Finally, she made up her mind, and a ripple passed through her forehead.

A scroll imbued with a part of her spirit slowly floated toward Owen.

When Owen caught the scroll, detailed information about the Godslayer Staff immediately flooded his mind.

At the end of this information, Ymir’s voice echoed in his thoughts:

“Although you are known to others as ruthless, violent, and uncontrollable—a demon king of sorts—I know that sometimes you act out of necessity. I hope that the next time I see you, you will have nearly restored the Godslayer Staff.”

“I’m leaving now. After being away from Middle Earth for so many years, I want to return. Also, during this year, please take care of my sister Rachel for me.”

Hearing this, Owen abruptly opened his eyes and looked around.

The purple barrier had already vanished, and Ymir’s figure had disappeared without a trace.

Owen sighed in slight regret, wondering when and under what circumstances he would see her again.

“Since Rachel is your sister, I will take good care of her. As for the clues about the Godslayer Staff, I will gather them one by one,” Owen said seriously, even though Ymir was no longer there.

He then carefully examined the memory Ymir had left behind.

It contained all the clues about unsealing the remaining parts of the Godslayer Staff, and many of these clues were quite detailed.

…

Not long after, when Owen returned to where Henry and the other Middle Earth prodigies were, most of them greeted him with obsequious smiles.

“Owen, now that you’ve secured Rachel, isn’t it time to let us go?”

Owen had shown incredible daring, and none of them knew what further trouble might follow if they stayed with him.

Moreover, both Pyrothrone Kingdom and Melodic Academy were forces they didn’t dare provoke, and Owen had already created significant enmity with both.

If they didn’t seize the chance to leave now, they feared being labeled as his accomplices, with no way to avoid a terrible fate.

Seeing the eager looks on their faces, Owen slowly said, “It’s not impossible to let you go, but you have to help me with one last task. Once that’s done, you can return to Middle Earth.”

Hearing this, Henry and the others felt a glimmer of hope. Returning to Middle Earth seemed possible.

However, they also knew Owen was unpredictable, and whatever he asked them to do wouldn’t be simple, making them a bit anxious.

Henry nervously rubbed his hands together, cautiously asking, “Owen, what do you want us to do? As long as it’s within our capabilities, we’ll do our best.”

Seeing Henry and the others on edge, Owen replied nonchalantly, “Don’t worry. It’s something you can handle. I just need you to help me unseal the Godslayer Staff. Simply put, we’re going to cause some trouble in Kyrik.”

Cause trouble in Kyrik?!

Henry and the others instinctively frowned, feeling even more apprehensive.

Kyrik was one of the most powerful nations on the continent, even renowned in Middle Earth.

It was rumored to have secret dealings with several Middle Earth factions, making it far from an ordinary kingdom.

Otherwise, there wouldn’t be a teleportation array connecting Middle Earth to the continent within Kyrik’s territory.

“What’s wrong? Are you unwilling?”

Owen’s gaze swept over them, questioning their hesitation.

Henry and the others trembled, forcing themselves to nod quickly, “Willing, of course, we’re willing!”

But it didn’t seem like Owen was asking—they were orders.

If they refused, Owen wouldn’t hesitate to deal with them harshly, nor would he let them leave.

The fate of the Carolingian Kingdom princess, who had died not long ago, served as a stark warning.

Their only option now was to follow Owen down this dark path.

“Good, with your help, this task is sure to succeed!”

Owen nodded with satisfaction, then reopened the scroll Ymir had left him, carefully reviewing the clues about unsealing the Godslayer Staff in Kyrik.

As he delved deeper, even he was momentarily taken aback by what he found.

The next seal was located in the Royal Tomb of Kyrik!

This royal tomb, in the original story, was renowned as one of the four great forbidden zones on the continent, because it contained all the empire’s defensive formations and countless undead creatures.

It was a place where anyone who entered never returned.

That a fragment of the Godslayer Staff was hidden in such a dangerous place!

However, upon further reflection, Owen’s expression quickly returned to calm.

He wasn’t alone anymore; he had these prodigies from Middle Earth to use as pawns, and his own strength had reached diamond-tier level 8.

He was no longer afraid of any master-tier mage.

Even though the Royal Tomb of Kyrik was a dragon’s lair, it might still be worth the risk.

“Everyone, according to what I know, a fragment of the Godslayer Staff is now in the Royal Tomb of Kyrik. This time, I’ll need all of you to give it your all,” Owen declared.

At this, the Middle Earth prodigies erupted into panic.

“Damn, the Royal Tomb of Kyrik? That’s one of the four forbidden zones, filled with countless vicious zombies and curses. They say that once you enter, there’s no coming back!”

“Why would it be in such a dangerous place? Besides zombies and curses, there are countless traps and formations in there. This is way too dangerous!”

“….”

As Middle Earth’s prodigies, they were well-versed in the continent’s layout.

While they could freely roam most of the continent, the four forbidden zones were places even they wouldn’t dare to venture into lightly.

Fear spread quickly among them as they discussed the tomb’s many terrifying legends.

The tomb was ancient, and because almost no one had ever returned after entering, its interior remained largely a mystery.

Most of what was known came from rumors and legends.

They couldn’t say for sure what dangers lurked within, only that it was a place to be avoided at all costs.

Unlike them, Owen, having read the original story, had a fairly clear understanding of the tomb’s contents.

The zombies within were powerful, numbering in the tens of thousands, forming terrifying hordes.

Even more dangerous were the four strongest generals in Kyrik’s history, who had been turned into undead guardians of the tomb!

Additionally, within the tomb lay the Fountain of Youth’s waters and the body of Kyrik’s founding emperor!

In the original story, this emperor sought immortality through the Fountain of Youth and had this palace built, where he placed himself in a deep sleep, surrounded by countless undead to guard his tomb.

His plan was to devour the Fountain’s waters upon waking and ascend to god-tier.

However, in the original story, before he could achieve god-tier, he was stabbed to death by Leslie.

All in all, while the Royal Tomb of Kyrik was undoubtedly perilous, Owen was determined to obtain the fragment of the Godslayer Staff hidden within, no matter the danger.