Divine Beast Creator-Chapter 2143 - 2144: An Unexpected Discovery

The underground water system in Liantang Town is well-developed, with many underground streams emerging from the mountain valleys near Liantang Town and converging into creeks on the surface.

Feng Yuan and his companions are headed to one of the more unique underground river exits, located within the mountain. The entrance cave is quite low, so it’s typically better to enter in summer; however, during summer, the water level rises, completely submerging the entrance in water.

Even now, to get inside, they must lie on a small boat and rely on Spirit Beasts to push the boat through the entrance without getting wet.

Upon learning this, the Fluffy Fire Wolfhound decisively decided to wait until Feng Yuan reached the destination before releasing it. Until then, it hid in Kong Qing’s space with Big Cat and the others.

Although Qi Chen said he’d borrow a small boat, in the end, Dou Yanlan and Qi Chen went together, mainly because Qi Chen was uncertain if he might overlook something, so he counted on Dou Yanlan to help fill any gaps.

Indeed, Qi Chen’s worries proved correct—as merely renting a small boat would leave them with insufficient Spirit Beasts upon arrival.

Because the cave opening isn’t very large, the boats can only accommodate two people lying side by side, and excluding Veronia in human form, there are three people.

As for the Spirit Beasts pushing the boat, Dou Yanlan had already inquired in advance. Kong Qing could assist, but only Kong Qing was available.

Although Cotton could barely manage it, being a furry Spirit Beast, with the water temperature having dropped at this time of year, Dou Yanlan preferred not to have their Spirit Beast enter the water when borrowing Spirit Beasts was possible.

So in the end, they rented three small boats and the corresponding Spirit Beast "rowers."

Seeing there were three boats, Feng Yuan was somewhat surprised and looked at the two, asking:

"This is..."

"One of them is a spare."

Understanding what Feng Yuan was curious about, Dou Yanlan hinted with her eyes and Veronia chuckled lightly, saying:

"No need to worry so much; I’m quite accommodating when it comes to friends~"

She knew what Dou Yanlan meant because in her current human form, if there were only two boats, other Spirit Beasts could enter the Spirit Beast Space and Kong Qing’s space.

However, Agunas and the others might not do so, and having Feng Yuan share a boat with Veronia in human form could possibly make either party uncomfortable.

Of course, Veronia accepted Dou Yanlan’s kindness—it wasn’t as if she couldn’t transform back to her original form, but given they already rented three boats and matching Spirit Beast "rowers," there’s naturally no reason not to use them.

Aboard the small boat, Feng Yuan gazed curiously at the growing presence of the small mountain ahead and the faintly visible cave entrance.

This site is somewhat renowned within Liantang Town, although due to the need for diving during summer—alongside the dependence on Spirit Beasts due to underwater currents—its fame doesn’t translate into many actual visitors.

This trip is mainly because Feng Yuan had nowhere else to go in the city, so he picked this location to explore.

In terms of tourism, the Tea Wood Town Area would naturally be better, but regrettably, Tea Wood Town is to the north—making it difficult to quickly reach Kui Shan Town or nearby areas if something happens.

As the entrance appeared just a small distance above the water for Feng Yuan and the others, the Spirit Beast dutifully pushing the boat from behind called out to alert everyone.

Tapping Xiao Ji to signal it to revert to its Eggshell Chicken form, Feng Yuan lay directly on the boat.

The rented boats differ from ordinary ones due to the cave entrance—all they contain is thick blankets laid inside for passengers to lie upon while entering.

Watching the overhead rocks steadily pass by, Feng Yuan, with some curiosity, borrowed Xiao Ji’s power to illuminate the small surrounding space—but soon, a brief glimpse of rock changed Feng Yuan’s expression.

Because Agunas and Veronia were sharing a boat, only Xiao Ji was by Feng Yuan’s side, making inquiries impossible.

Yet he was convinced he hadn’t mistook it—the mark just now, perhaps... could luck truly be that poor?

Feeling uneasy, Feng Yuan’s curiosity vanished, replaced with mounting worry. If not for recent events, he wouldn’t necessarily have focused on the mark. After all, Netherworld Inscriptions naturally form, making similar patterns commonplace.

However, considering recent happenings, Feng Yuan felt uneasy—even if just seeking relaxation, he couldn’t keep encountering clues related to Kui Shan Town, could he?

Despite comforting himself thus, the unease persisted.

Not that he’s afraid—even if unforeseen events lead the world to destruction, he could retrieve this world from the real Time River, but it would be too troublesome.

Moreover, as clues continuously appeared, Feng Yuan had an inexplicable feeling that these individuals weren’t necessarily causing destruction.

Yet what they were actually doing, Feng Yuan couldn’t comprehend—even given their demonstrated capabilities, they could effectively confront common Divine Beasts in any era.

Hopefully, nothing here can shake the Netherworld.

Concern crept in, as speculations linked the Netherworld Obelisk’s disturbances to Long Boduo and their recovery of the Kui Shan Town statue, despite unknown specifics.

While Feng Yuan brooded, stones nearly grazing his face receded, revealing a broader illuminated space overhead—signifying passage through the narrowest section.

After a while, Feng Yuan sat up and summoned a sphere of light, illuminating the waterborne cavern around them. The surrounding rocks weren’t far from the boat’s hull, but thanks to the "rower’s" guidance, the boat smoothly navigated the waterway without scraping the rocks.

In the back, Veronia also sat on her boat, surveying the surroundings. Given the narrow channel, the boats passed one-by-one—preventing Feng Yuan from seeing Qi Chen and the others in the rear.

Despite the distance, recalling his prior discovery, Feng Yuan couldn’t resist loudly asking Veronia and the others behind if they saw the mark.

Perhaps due to lacking illumination, Veronia and the others hadn’t seen the Netherworld Inscriptions Feng Yuan mentioned, but it was no matter—Agunas drifted back towards them effortlessly.

Although this watery corridor was tight, it posed little issue for Agunas’s own size.

The last in the fleet, Qi Chen and Dou Yanlan weren’t surprised when Agunas approached—echoes inside the cave carried Feng Yuan’s voice clearly.

As for whether the inscriptions existed?

They didn’t know either, unlike Feng Yuan, Qi Chen and Dou Yanlan’s Spirit Beasts—aside from Hao Chun Bird—had been put away, preventing them from illuminating the area.

This was also related to Qi Chen and Dou Yanlan sharing a boat, with room only for two side-by-side, making Qi Chen embarrassed about lighting up the surroundings.

Just as the fleet reached its destination, Agunas returned, appearing rather unwell.

"He really didn’t see wrong?"

Veronia was astonished, gazing at Agunas, sensing Feng Yuan probably wasn’t mistaken.

Nodding, Agunas replied:

"Yes, it truly is a Netherworld Inscription, although a lone piece and inactive—likely an artifact from long ago, this place..."

Staring at the pristine pool within the cave, Agunas had an ominous feeling—could this place also relate to Kui Shan Town?

Veronia laughed softly, saying:

"Should we say it’s luck or fate’s choice~"

"Do you suspect this concerns him?"

Agunas eyed Veronia, surprised. She shook her head, saying:

"Can’t say for sure, yet I sense this isn’t completely unrelated to him."

"A divine being’s inadvertent act can unwind the fate of myriad lives..."

"Perhaps that’s why our Mythical Era truly faded away~"