"Dong, dong, dong..."The heavy, chaotic footsteps, like the drumbeats of the grim reaper, echoed from directly above, striking Veridian's heartstrings with each blow.There were multiple people coming, well-equipped, and they knew the terrain like the back of their hands.The butchers under the bone-white hand!Deep within Verdian's pupils, data streams flowed silently, his brain instantly entering a state of hyper-speed operation.[Ding! You are analyzing enemy situation, [Tactical Analysis] skill level +15!][Ding! You are facing a crisis of multiple enemies surrounding you, [Crisis Awareness] skill has been unlocked, skill level +20!]The walls of the cell were smooth, with only two gates for entry and exit, offering no other way out.A classic scenario of catching a fish in a jar.With his current strength, to confront three people head-on would be extremely difficult.But who said he was going to confront them head-on?Veridian's glancing gaze fell upon Lillith beside him.This

The Blackbone's screech,like a duck having its neck squeezed, abruptly ceased.The entire alchemy laboratory fell into a deathly silence.Veridian did not turn back, not even to confirm whether the Blackbone was dead or alive.His gaze, like that of the most devout follower staring at a miracle, fixed intently on the "treasure" piled high in the secret room."Mr. Chef," Lilith's voice came from behind, laced with a hint of satisfied laziness. She stuck out her pink tongue and licked the corner of her mouth, even though there were no traces of blood, "That 'snack' tasted quite good, though a bit stale. The meat was a bit tough, and it grated my teeth when I chewed."She hopped over to Verdian, curiously examining the bottles and jars scattered throughout the room. Her small nose twitched continuously."What are all these? They smell even sweeter than the 'snack' we had just now!""These," Verdian kept his excitement in check,but his voice remained elegant and steady, "are the top 'seas