Chapter 554: [ DAWN Treader (2) ]

Allen ignored their fear and smiled; “You might not be a real member now but you might become one so you need to learn it earlier. This is not like a Martial Sect or organization you were in before, where you can use your companions and comrades as a stepping stone for your growth. We fly, we fly together—we fall, we fall together.”

“Do something contrary to our beliefs, and I will be the one burrowing you down six meters deep in the ground.”

“… …” Silence pervaded the entire room, all of them hanged their heads and stared down at the ground.

“As a member of the DAWN, only remember one thing. The thing that I can't endure is Betrayal. I hate betrayal the most." Allen’s eyes narrowed and his expression was dawn by a dim shadow. "In fact, nobody likes to be wronged or betrayed. Me, I hate them. Betrayal. That is a mistake paid with death for me. Whoever betrayed me once will never become my friend again."

“… …”

“And I hope that you won’t do such a stupid thing…” He blandly said, "We can't stop being afraid that someday, somebody will betray us. And so the only thing I want from my friends, from all of you… is loyalty. Nobody betrays me and in return, I won't betray anyone."

"I am full-hearted to all my friends. I won't allow any betrayal! I detest it!"

"This is my philosophy. This is also DAWN’s Philosophy… and blood,"

Time passed very slowly. Even in such cold weather, beads of perspiration formed on their foreheads but no one dared to interrupt and instead perked up their ears and listened with utmost veneration.

“Don’t bring your old virtues now in here. Don’t think I will not know it, all of you, whatever you do, think and scheme, all will be seen by me, clear as a book. If you do something untoward to your comrades or even the organization itself, you will be seen as a traitor and will be punished accordingly and worst, eliminated.”

“What I want you to do is look out on your comrades and members like they’re your own real family. Care for them and their lives like they are yours. They are your brothers, your sisters, your dearest friends. What I want is not an empty organization but a family where all of you knows how to support and care for every member. If one was bullied by others, all of you will step out and rush to beat them up. Whoever they are, touching one of us is like slapping all of us. That is what I want all of you to do!”

“Simple as that…”

“However, you also need to watch out and not raise your ego too high. I warn you this, I may be a demon and a monster but I don’t bully others if they don’t start it to me. I want you to learn that as well. As the saying goes ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,’ respect old and young, like how you want them to respect you. However, kill those who cheated you… and show no mercy. As long as you are in the right, the entire organization will move to support you. That is the most important value of our organization…” Allen grinned. A dazzling smile appeared on her beautiful, pale face. It was a pure smile, full of contentment.

“From here on out, you are all the children of the organization though, in Sect terms, still just outer members… but I’m confident that you will rise up and become the pillars of our organization soon.” Allen showed a faint smile. The chilling air around them turned warm, and a comfortable air seemed to have gently caressed their bodies, lifting their emotions as well as feelings.

The world seemed to stand still as everyone’s attention rested on Allen.

Everyone’s eyes turned sharp. These are eyes that showed strong resolve.

Allen got up slowly and looked at the face of everyone. “Don’t let me down…” His tone was gentle, as though trying to placate a quiet child.

“… …” A weighty silence filled the air. And Allen thought that the air was trembling. No, it was actually trembling.

“YES!! We thank the young lord for this opportunity! We will not dare disappoint the young lord for his benevolence!!”

“YES!!”

“All Hail the Young Lord!!”

“All Hail the Young Lord!!”

“All Hail the Young Lord!!”

Following Yang Qingyu’s voice, the other people echo in unison. All their voices were full of strength and no matter how many people tried; nobody would be able to stop their diamond-solid determination as well as excitement. This is a new life! A new beginning!

The dark mood in front of Allen has disappeared without a trace. All the people present were deeply moved and very excited by Allen’s words and promises.

Family!

All members are family!

Although it was a bit awkward and still difficult to get used to but to have some reliable on your side, that you can trust and depend on, who would refuse it? No matter whether it was Righteous Sect or the Evil Sect, there’s no one you can fully trust. In this world where power makes right, every people tried to outclassed other people and where even the closest person around you can’t be truly be trusted, such pure relationship was what every people desired.

Thus, with their new family, their voices reverberate in the throne hall.

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The Despair Grieving Mountain was a favorite cultivation spot for members of the aristocratic clans and disciples of the various Sect. Naturally, it was also the Heaven and Hell for the risk-takers.

“There are only low-level demonic beasts in the outskirts. Let's head in deeper.” Qin Han remarked.

Demonic beasts below the 4th level were useless for his cultivation. It was extremely tough to hunt demonic beasts of the 4th level and above, not to mention, flying-type demonic beasts.

The group started sprinting towards the depths of the Mountain, drawing to the attention and excitement from other members. Seeing them like this, Si Mulan can only sigh helplessly. She didn’t expect for her to actually meet several acquaintances, even those from her current Sect.

Qin Han, Second Son of the Qin Family—a relative to her Si Family. Since they were children, she had seen Qin Han and played with him along with the other children—though, not long later, Qin Han’s talent was fancied by the Fire Lotus Buddha Sect and was invited, leading him to enter it. Ever since then, she rarely seen him…much less talk with him. Thus, even with their close blood relation, a considerable distance was between them.

A few hours after her arrival in this Dimension, Si Mulan had undergone dozens of battles immediately.

And for some reason, all the monsters were extremely powerful…!

She was almost burned out—if not for the fact that due to her taking lecture from her master, Allen, making her stronger than her real level and giving her an ability to jump levels to fight, she would have a die dozen times already. Of course, there were also those close calls, no, it should be said that she was already on the brink of death if not for the items and weapons Allen had given her beforehand.

Now, Si Mulan was extremely worried. Among the life-saving things Allen had given her, more than half has already been used. Could she really hold up till the end…?

The only saving grace for her was that…

Si Mulan sighed as she took the D-Com, or so it called by Allen. She really doesn’t know what use it has…

The screen was still pitch black, no power whatsoever…

It was more like just a piece of metal for her.

What can this do…?

However, Allen had told her to never lose it and this thing can also be used to locate his position. If she could find her Master; Allen, surely, nothing would go wrong! With her master beside her, even the strongest monster is like a dog. Feeling his warmth and presence close by can give people security and a reliable feeling that nothing could go wrong!

Haahh… from what I know about the Despair Grieving Mountain, although danger exists but it was not to this level. There were also Monsters that were only at the Apprentice Level, where one can use them to slowly increase one’s power. However, what Apprentice Level…? She hasn’t even yet to see a Grand Master Level Monster—all of which she had seen and encountered was far above Spirit Realm…!

What the hell is this place…?

It seemed like Bu Fanyi had been saying the truth before. They must have come at the wrong time.

The Despair Grieving Mountain was different from what it was before…completely different…!!

"… Yes, I've been watching for three days and three nights here. Yesterday, at three in the morning, I finally discovered something fishy. If my speculations aren't wrong, then today in the evening we'll see it again."

"All right, let's all wait here till the evening. Feng Xi, Lu Tong, you both are responsible for warning us. Others just settle down and rest so you'll be at your peak condition when we enter."

“Okay!”

Si Mulan didn't say much, just voiced her decision.

Entering this Dimension was just the beginning—the real test would be the time they started living in this kind of world. But carelessness wasn't about to become an issue. Every person here was one of the best in every Sect, and so none of them dared to be negligent.

However, this mountain in front of their eyes was somewhat high-leveled and was beyond what they ever imagined. Also, judging by the fact that the monsters found in this place are all high-level monsters as well as wonderful mind-blowing treasures, this certainly wasn't an average secret world.

…Night, for which everyone was waiting, slowly descended…

The clock hand slowly edged toward three o'clock bit by bit, raising everyone's expectations with each passing second.

Crackle. The moon was like a silver plate that hung in the distant sky. The cool moonlight scattered down, covering the entire mountain range with a faint layer of silver yarn. This layer was unusually beautiful under the dark sky, appearing exceptionally obscure and mysterious.

There was a faint bonfire that was rising within the lush, green forest. The red-colored firelight was extremely eye-catching in the deep dark woods. Si Mulan stays at the corner of the group who was slowly preparing to make camp for the night.

No cave found so all they could do was make a camp in the center of a dark forest—pretty dumb reason but no other option.

“Haaa,” Fiddling at the D-Com, Si Mulan can’t help but sigh in helplessness. What does this thing do…?

Master, how can I use this to find you…?

Rooooaaarrr—!!

Awwwoooohhh—!!

Menacing sounds and howls echoed in every direction, causing one to feel restless. Although they were considered elites of elites in their respective Sect, still, with the level of monsters they had encountered up until now, even an idiot would know that someone was up in this time’s event!

Can they even survive till the end…?

Forget about finding treasures… even surviving is already a difficult chore of itself…!

“What is that? Some kind of lucky charm from your mysterious master…?” As Si Mulan was lost in thought, suddenly a voice rang out. Raising her head, Si Mulan was startled.

Bu Fanyi smiled mischievously as she sits down on her right.

“Senior Sister…” Si Mulan stared at Bu Fanyi, stunned.

Bu Fanyi smiled, “Really, I never thought I would meet you here, Junior Sister Mulan. I had always wanted to talk to you but couldn’t just find a good opportunity. Though, being with another Sect, much less the Fire Lotus Buddha Sect is indeed a bit unexpected…” she muttered, shrugging her petite shoulders.

“That’s just how dangerous the Mountain seems to be… Senior Sister,” Si Mulan smiled wryly.

“But Junior Sister Mulan, I see that thing quite often… is the one who gave it to you, your master…? That mysterious young lord…?”

“… …” Si Mulan frowned. “What does Senior Sister wanted from master…?” She moved away a bit. This girl, could it be…

Bu Fanyi smiled bitterly, obviously knowing what Si Mulan was thinking as of this moment; “Actually… I wanted to talk with him but… you see, there’s too little opportunity for him to go out of his palace and whenever he did, he always has someone with him… especially that servant-like girl with him. That girl was extremely scary, I couldn’t approach him and introduce myself…” Ha ha ha, Bu Fanyi laughed awkwardly…

Servant…? Ah, Miss Laura… Si Mulan recalled Laura’s appearance and couldn’t help but nod her head in understanding. Although she was Allen’s direct disciple but actually even for her, she has a hard time being with Laura, who was extremely cold and aloof even to her.

Since she can’t…how would it be possible for other people…?

Approaching Allen with that woman is like approaching a lion cub with its mother around him, ready to take a bite of you the moment you came closer!

“Junior Sister, if we ever meet your master, can you…”

“Kyaa!!”

Bu Fanyi’s face turned beet red, finding it shameful to voice out her request. But as she was about to speak her desire, the D-Com in Si Mulan’s hands suddenly vibrated, startling her. Because of shock, she accidentally throws the phone which started shaking as if convulsing.

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