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If that's the case, such a simple task doesn't require them; anyone could do it. However, the Rhine Tower still gives off an eerie feeling, not due to its appearance but from a deep-seated fear rooted in bloodlines. It sends shivers down the spine, as if chilling one to the bone.
Returning to the matter at hand, hovering in the car and observing the Rhine Tower isn't a viable option. According to the mission instructions, there is an entrance at the top of the Rhine Tower that resembles a ruin.
"There are no other entrances; both entry and exit are along this route, as stated in the guide. So don't panic. Inside is pitch black, filled with many mazes. The mazes will shift automatically, functioning like a magical mechanical matrix. We need to stick together; no one should lag behind. Remember the last mission?"
"We fell into a trap because of a mechanism. The predecessors mentioned in this book also got separated after entering due to their large numbers. How could they get lost on a straight path? Later, they realized that this tunnel was a trap; once someone entered, they would naturally enter a phase of disarray. To be precise, this mechanism seemed to have a life of its own, operating like magic. Only by finding the right point to break through would the correct exit appear. They spent nearly three months trapped in these ruins before finally escaping. So looking at the history of this guidebook..."
"It has been around for at least thirty years, right? For it to serve as a specialized textbook, it must hold significant value. However, I never believed this book was just a solitary copy; there should be many duplicated versions out there. It doesn't specify who exactly entered during that time, but it clearly indicates that the danger level is higher than that of the Mushroom Mission," Freyr said as he held the book and slowly read from the notes on the last page.
"Well, I have no recollection of that mission at all; I didn't participate. So I'm sorry, but don't expect my usual wisdom to help you this time," Ross chimed in.
"Alright then, you can act as a regular member this time. We’ll move together; being in a group provides safety since humans are social creatures," Freyr continued. "During this time, let's make sure we have our weapons ready. Each person has three months' worth of food supplies on them; that's quite sufficient for insurance. In such situations, rationing can help us last over six months. The solidified freshwater tablets and compressed food reserves are more effective," Freyr added as others nodded in agreement and busied themselves with preparations. Each person had different thoughts and unique weapons, so gathering everything might not yield significant results.
The vehicle finally ascended to the top of the tower. This time they prepared thoroughly, rummaging through their gear for quite some time and almost taking everything they could carry. If it weren't for this vehicle being stored in such an inconvenient place within their rings, they might have even considered bringing it along.
After all, this vehicle's advantage was its ability to hover and move seamlessly over treacherous cliffs. He didn't dwell on such matters too much; it was indeed necessary to walk steadily on solid ground for true exploration. Relying solely on a hovering vehicle to record everything wouldn't count as completing the mission.
"Are we ready? Let's get out," Freyr asked next.
"Yes, ready!"
"Ready!"
The team responded with scattered murmurs, and then one by one, they disembarked. Each person was fully armed, with Duan Shuai hoisting his Submachine Gun on his shoulder, gripping it firmly as he moved forward.
"Alright, let's set off," Freyr commanded, the first to shoulder a Signal Gun. He ordered the group to push open the Ruins Gate and immediately fired three shots inside.
Clearly, there would be no creatures residing within, nor did any bats or similar beings emerge.
After the outside team stood for a while, a gust of wind surged in. The signal flare ignited instantly, and Freyr had already calibrated the Wristwatch on his wrist. This was the main control hub connecting to Ansebo. Their mission was rather special; Hilbert had lent him this device, which he would need to return afterward since it wasn't something to be trifled with.
"Let's go."
Freyr and the others donned their Color Adjustment Glasses, which could adjust color discrepancies, allowing them to see even in darkness. However, in particularly dark areas, the Color Adjustment Glasses would become completely ineffective.
After all, without light, the glasses were useless. The burning signal flare provided illumination that could be uncomfortable for the eyes; at that moment, the glasses proved their worth.
As the eight of them entered the ruins, it felt like dozens of deer were thumping around in their hearts. They wondered if there would be any dangers inside. But once they stepped in, all those thoughts faded away—there was no danger at all; it felt quite ordinary, akin to walking through a mountain tunnel.
"Everyone, keep in mind that once we enter here, the straight paths will change on their own; it's imperceptible to the naked eye. Our perception abilities should also be diminished here; there must be some force somewhere sealing our capabilities," Freyr explained.
"Yes, Commander," someone replied from behind without sensing anything amiss.
They continued deeper along the path, discovering that the interior was far more complex than anticipated. However, not long after they began walking, someone suddenly exclaimed in surprise—it was Ross.
"What happened?" Freyr turned around and realized only he and Ross remained.
"Uh, Commander, it seems we've fallen into that so-called trap. Can we find a way out?" The one asking this was surprisingly Ross, who spoke with a hint of fear.
"What’s wrong with you? We're still alive, aren't we? There's nothing to worry about. We'll find a way out. Let's keep going; perhaps all paths lead in one direction. As long as we believe, we can reach the source. Besides, we won't be facing them alone; their strength is reliable." Freyr said with a smile as he patted Ross on the shoulder, only to notice that Ross was trembling all over.
"No, no, no. I just have this feeling that something else is going to happen, Commander. Are we going to be locked in here? Is your Rhein really real?" Ross asked anxiously.
"Rhein? You mean that Ancient Wild Beast? What's gotten into you?" Freyr chuckled upon hearing this.
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