"Adventurer, the image you are showing me is different from what that group showed me." The old man noticed many differences.
"Yea. It's different because when the eclipse light hit the chamber, the real inscription was shown. It looked like it was hidden and would only be shown during the eclipse" Wang Cai did not tell the whole truth as the old man's identity was still unknown to him.
Even in his previous life, no one found out who he is.
"I see… These characters are very old, but I can still read something. The text says that to find the stars, you need to feel the stars. When the Moon and the Sun are together, the mystery will be revealed. I think what you have is only a part of the clues, there is still the other piece or more than one left. It's hard to know"
"I see…" Wang Cai was already expecting this.
The group that did the quest in the previous life took more than five years within the game to complete the quest because of their carelessness at the beginning.
If the Astral Sphere hadn't been taken by him, the group would take the item and left, without looking for more clues in the temple. So they were forced to go back there, but the eclipse had already passed.
So they went back to the temple and discovered the secret chamber. Unfortunately, the camera didn't reveal the clues because only light from the solar eclipse could.
The solar eclipse would only happen after almost ten years again, but the lunar eclipse is almost a year from now.
Wang Cai knew this and did not make the same mistake.
The next location was the secret chamber that would show the next clue, as the lunar eclipse would happen less than a year into the game.
That is, a little more than three or four months outside of the game.
Until then, he needs to get stronger.
"Adventurer, these clues you showed seem to be from something I read a long time ago. Wait a minute." The old man went to his personal library on the second floor of the store before returning with about five books.
Most of them were about myths and legends from the Southern Continent and the World.
"According to legends, several thousand years ago, there was a group of mighty warriors called the Astral Worshipers. They could use the power of the sun, moon, and stars. Depending on the time of day, the powers used were different. But one day, they encountered an extremely powerful creature that could destroy the world called Ullnmog, the Destroyer of Worlds. This creature was considered a deity for an evil sect called the Ancient God Sect. During the battle, the sky turned dark and heavy rain began, it was as if it was a warning to the world that the mighty warriors of the Astral Worshipers would be defeated, but before that could happen, the group used their last strengths to summon a replica of the sun, moon, and stars to defeat the Ullnmog, the Destroyer of Worlds. Unfortunately, they were unable to fully defeat this creature, as its worshipers partially sealed its remaining soul in a dagger before it received the final blow. The dagger was never found. After that day the Astral Worshipers disappeared from the world." The old man read the story described in the book.
There wasn't much written, but it was enough for Wang Cai to understand things he didn't.
The history of the Astral Gladiator was a mystery to him as there was nothing written about it on the forums. He assumed that not even the players found information about it.
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"Quest: Finding the Astral Worshipers' Legacy(1): You've found the information you need to continue searching for the legacy of ancient warriors who almost defeated the evil creature. Follow the clues to find the legacy and unleash that power to the world again."
Requirement: Hear the story about the Astral Worshipers. Rank: E
(The quest!!!! I really got the quest!!!!) Wang Cai was very happy to see the system message. He was waiting for this to happen, but he didn't know when.
(Ancient God Sect… It looks like it's related to that new region, the Ancient God's Tomb Ruins. The final boss of this quest was never defeated as the poison always killed many players. Fortunately, this time, I have the recipe for the Anti-Poison Potion and it will increase the chances of beating this boss. There is also a 50 player dungeon and a 200 player raid. It's a good opportunity to pay a visit there later) Wang Cai finally started connecting things about his class.
"Adventurer, if you can find out more information about these ancient warriors, I wish you could share it with the kingdom. That way, we will have more strength to defend the kingdom from rival kingdoms" The old man asked.
"Old man, who are you?" He finally asked the question.
The impression was that this old man was not simple.
"My name is Priston Silvermour, a retired old man and antique shop salesman." The old man revealed his name, but for Wang Cai, the name had another meaning.
"But also known as the former king of Agoria Kingdom. What would a retired king be doing in a place like this?" Wang Cai knew this name very well because it appeared in many quests related to the kingdom's royal family.
"I'm just retired and living my life casually like an old man. Kingdom administration matters are something my son, his wife, and kids need to take care of. I just need to rest and sleep."
"Then why would you want the information about the Astral Worshipers?"
"Despite being retired, I am still a member of the royal family and I must protect the kingdom. So I need to do what I can to keep the peace here. Adventurer, let's make a deal"
"What kind of deal?"
"I know you're working for General Beno, as I was the one who recommended you to him when you took that Dungeon Certificate. He only accepted you as a member of the investigation team not only because you are a person of good character but also due to my recommendation. But that has nothing to do with the deal. What I'm going to say now is related. I know my grandson is creating connections with the rival kingdom to gain more power, but this is a dangerous thing as they have malicious intentions toward the kingdom. The reason I want you to share information is to increase the chances of discovering more clues to finding the ancient powers of the kingdom. If you accept this agreement, I can give you a big property within the kingdom and a title of nobility." The old man spoke solemnly on the matter.
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