30: Chapter 30 Hidden Dungeon? Plot Progression!

People?

That's right, there are people, and it's different!

In the original game, the people who entered this Secret Realm were the protagonist Tang Liu and Tang Xiaowu.

After all, in the game, this Secret Realm was the prerequisite for unlocking the Wu Clan storyline.

It was impossible for his own NPC status, as the Heir of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion, to enter this Secret Realm.

Therefore, the strategy guide in his mind couldn't possibly have content related to the Heir of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion entering the Secret Realm.

But this isn't a game; it's reality.

And in reality, it makes the most sense for him, the Heir of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion, to enter the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion's Secret Realm.

So, is this a logic patch applied after the game transformed into reality?

Thinking about it this way, it seems to answer why this Secret Realm is completely different from the one in the original game.

Thinking of this, the shock and uncertainty in Chen Shanzhi's eyes began to gradually dissipate.

However, he faintly felt that his logic just now wasn't rigorous; he seemed to have missed something.

So he sat down at the wooden table and reviewed it again.

Then, he thought of the point he had previously overlooked.

That is, if this situation was caused by him having the Bloodline of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion.

Then, why did his deceased father's description of this Secret Realm, after entering and coming out, match the instance in the game?

Therefore, there must be another necessary condition for this situation to occur.

That is, Tang Xiaowu, the Saintess of the Witch Clan, must enter together with him, the Heir of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion.

Only then would the situation he is currently facing be triggered.

"So, why would such a specific requirement appear?" Chen Shanzhi was somewhat puzzled.

But there were too few clues right now, and he couldn't figure out why.

However, he had a faint hunch that these two trigger conditions were very important.

Perhaps they were the key information to leaving this Secret Realm.

It's just that for this to happen, it had to be said, was bad news for him.

Because this meant that all the game strategy guides in his mind were basically declared void in this Secret Realm.

He didn't know where the BOSS was, didn't know what traps this Secret Realm had, and even less did he know what the conditions for clearing this Secret Realm were.

Is it to successfully form an alliance?

Or is it to obtain the first three turns of the "Nine-Turn Golden Body Art of the Witch God"?

The most critical thing is, if he fails, will it just be teleported out like previous Secret Realms?

If not, does that mean after failure, he will... die here?

Thinking of this, a solemn look appeared on Chen Shanzhi's face.

But a moment later, he suppressed this solemnity.

Since this is the Secret Realm of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion, it is ultimately an Opportunity left for descendants, so it definitely cannot be a dead end.

When the car reaches the mountain, there will be a road; when the boat reaches the bridge, it will naturally go straight.

As long as he breaks this situation, presumably the rewards he can get should be more than the rewards in the game.

After all, this counts as a hidden instance, right?

And it's a Secret Realm at the Life Fire Realm Rank that appeared early on.

So looking at it this way, it's not all bad.

Thinking of this, Chen Shanzhi began to analyze the information he currently possessed in his mind one by one.

According to the memory, the current Dynasty is called the Great Zhou Dynasty.

The so-called Great Zhou Dynasty is actually the previous Dynasty.

It existed for over a thousand years and is a Dynasty with a long history.

It's just that the last few emperors were foolish and incompetent, exhausting the Dynasty's Luck.

A few decades ago, it was overthrown by the current Holy Emperor, thereby establishing the Great Jiang Dynasty.

And as the absolute main force in conquering this empire, the Marquis of Zhenguo, whose Chen family directly leaped over the Dragon gate, became an equal to the three great clans that had existed for thousands of years.

From then on, the three great clans were changed to the four great clans.

So, is the plot of this Secret Realm currently in the era of the previous Dynasty?

As for the specific time, based on the limited information available, Chen Shanzhi could not deduce it.

Furthermore, regarding the memory just now, Chen Shanzhi had another very puzzling point.

That is, this so-called Third Prince.

As the Heir of the Zhenguo Marquis Mansion, Chen Shanzhi naturally knew more information than ordinary people.

And whether in the game or in his own memories as the Heir, it seems there was never any mention of a person called the Third Prince of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

There was even less mention of an alliance between the Great Zhou Dynasty and the Wu Clan.

So what this Secret Realm is showing is either a fabricated event, or...

A hint of worry appeared in Chen Shanzhi's eyes.

Or, it is an event buried by history.

And looking at the situation, it is very likely related to his Zhenguo Marquis Mansion.

Chen Shanzhi rubbed his temples; if it really was a secret, then the difficulty of this Secret Realm might not be small.

Taking a deep breath, Chen Shanzhi stopped thinking about these things.

Because based on the limited information, this is all he could infer for now.

Chen Shanzhi looked up and scanned his surroundings, confirming that he was indeed the only one in the room.

This point was within his expectations.

Since he had been assigned an identity, then Tang Xiaowu, as the Saintess of the Witch Clan, must also have a corresponding identity in this plot.

Since his identity is a Commander here to seek an alliance with the Wu Clan.

Then, as the Saintess of the Witch Clan, could her identity in this plot be a pivotal figure on the Wu Clan's side?

If so, then she must have more intelligence about this Secret Realm in her hands.

Therefore, the top priority is that he must find her first.

However, he still needs to be careful about one thing: he must first determine if there is a plot involving opposing factions in this Secret Realm.

Don't let him run over to find her, only for her goal to be to chop him down directly.

That would be like sending a meat bun to a dog.

But according to his memory, he is an envoy from the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Although the Great Zhou was in a state of misery because of the foolish ruler, and the Dynasty's Luck was extremely weak.

But a lean camel is bigger than a horse; surely this Wu Clan wouldn't dare to kill him, an envoy of the Great Zhou, right?

So in all likelihood, this is still a Secret Realm that requires the two to cooperate.

Although the two had a small misunderstanding outside just now, in this unfamiliar Secret Realm, they are natural allies.

So he still needs to find Tang Xiaowu first and pool their intelligence.

See what her identity is and what her mission is, so that the two can cooperate well.

Chen Shanzhi tapped his fingers on the tabletop, his brain running at high speed.

Only when the two join forces and share information can they take the initiative in this completely unfamiliar plot.

And...

Chen Shanzhi touched his chin.

If they could stage a scenario of relying on each other for survival and fighting side-by-side in this Secret Realm.

Then the speed of their emotional warmth would definitely be much faster than outside.

After all, it's the suspension bridge effect; those who know, know.

Just as Chen Shanzhi was calculating how to find Tang Xiaowu.

"Bang, bang, bang."

A steady and powerful knock on the door suddenly sounded.

Chen Shanzhi's eyes narrowed, and in an instant, he entered the state of this Commander role.

He straightened his clothes, hung a perfectly appropriate serious look on his face, and said in a deep voice:

"Come in."

The door was pushed open.

A soldier wearing the standard armor of the Great Zhou walked in and bowed to Chen Shanzhi:

"Commander Chen, the Supervising Officer requests your presence; he says there is an important matter to discuss."

"Supervising Officer?"

Chen Shanzhi narrowed his eyes slightly.

Good fellow, this configuration is quite complete.

But since it's an envoy group, having a Commander and a Supervising Officer is reasonable.

It's just that in the ancient military system, the position of Supervising Officer often represents the extension of imperial power and is also the easiest existence to ruin things.

However, as a prince, even if he is his trusted aide, he couldn't completely trust him.

In order to avoid a situation where he has the final say in this team.

Assigning a Supervising Officer is also standard procedure.

After all, the royal family always emphasizes the way of balance.

So they will always let the people below check and balance each other.

It's just that in his memory, this Supervising Officer in the team for this diplomatic mission was a bit too bossy.

So he doesn't know what role this Supervising Officer plays in this Secret Realm.

Is he that kind of dog-headed teammate who has no brains and only knows how to bark?

Or is he that kind of villain character who seems arrogant and brainless, but likes to stab people in the back?

However, guessing blindly is useless; he still has to go and see for himself to know.

Furthermore, he came to find him not long after he woke up.

It seems that this Secret Realm has started to actively advance the plot.

It's just that coming to find him late at night...

Chen Shanzhi sneered in his heart: "This Supervising Officer, I'm afraid there really is a problem."

However, since he's already here, is he afraid of you?

"Understood, lead the way."

Chen Shanzhi nodded without any hesitation.

Although the strategy guide in his mind is gone, as an ESFP, what he likes most is this feeling of acting.

He walked to the door and took a deep breath.

Then he followed the soldier's footsteps.