264: Chapter 264 Hannibal of the Snake Realm is Having a Cure!

Not long after An Ke and his group entered the main path's fork, they were blocked by a lake.

Though called a lake, it resembled an underground river more.

The water had flooded the ground, so to cross, they had to enter the lake.

Or, they could climb along the cave wall.

However, due to the dampness, the cave wall was slippery, making it easy to lose footing.

Coupled with the lack of footholds, climbing along the cave wall was highly impractical.

This meant that to continue forward, they must enter the water.

An Ke looked at the lake water before him. The water itself was murky, and with the poor lighting,

it was impossible to see what was in the water or what dangers lurked beneath.

However, An Ke wasn't too concerned about this.

What concerned him was that the Giant Centipede had no knowledge of this lake.

He couldn't help but raise an eyebrow and asked the centipede:

"Didn't you say there was a waterfall over here before?"

If that's the case, isn't it normal to have water?

"There is indeed a waterfall."

The Giant Centipede answered An Ke, each taking turns to speak.

"But precisely because of this huge cliff waterfall, water shouldn't accumulate this much."

"The reason for the water pooling now is as if the cliff has been blocked."

That's how this pond formed."

"Who knows what kind of creature could have such capability."

"..."

As the Giant Centipedes spoke, their fear was palpable.

An Ke slightly furrowed his brow and stroked his chin.

Only now did he fully understand the Giant Centipede's words.

In other words, there is a cliff next to this cave that leads deep underground...

Hence the rapid current and the formation of the waterfall.

And now, for some unknown reason, this cliff opening has been blocked, causing the water to accumulate and form this lake?

What creature could have blocked the cliff?

Was it intentional? Or accidental?

At that moment.

"Giao!" A'Giao came to the lake's edge, tested the water with its paw, and then exclaimed.

As a panda, it really disliked water.

Especially this water of unknown depth and safety?

"Leader, are we going to cross from here?"

"What if there are fierce aquatic beasts inside?

Like Dunkleosteus, crocodiles, giant Pythons, Giant Scorpions, and such.

On land, we can still put up a fight, but in the water, we'd get our asses handed to us."

A'Giao voiced its concern.

Beside them, the Old Crocodile Couple and the Python couldn't help but stare at A'Giao.

Their expressions were odd.

Old Crocodile said disdainfully, "Fellow Daoist A'Giao, do you even hear what you're saying?"

"Hehe! A'Giao, actually, we're not only fierce attackers in water, we're no slouches on land either.

Want to spar with This mother to see how ferocious a crocodile can be on land?"

Only then did A'Giao realize.

Right! The very aquatic beasts it was worried about, aren't there several right in the team?

With the Old Crocodile Couple and the Python's physique, in the water, it should be other creatures feeling scared and giving them a wide berth, right?

A'Giao felt awkward for a moment and let out a dry chuckle.

The speaker might have been careless, but the listeners were attentive.

When Aman heard A'Giao mention the possibility of giant Pythons in the water, its eyes lit up.

For it, giant Pythons weren't companions, but delicacies!

Thinking of this, Aman immediately wriggled over to An Ke.

It volunteered proactively: "Boss, this humble one is willing to go into the water to scout and check for dangers below."

An Ke looked at Aman's eagerness and couldn't help but feel surprised.

Is this guy being so diligent?

After thinking for a moment, An Ke waved his hand, indicating they would set out together tomorrow.

This was also for safety's sake.

The difficulty of this cave dungeon was S-rank. The dangers it held sometimes even baffled An Ke.

Like those floating glowing particles from yesterday.

So, letting Aman scout alone was a bit risky.

If an accident happened, support might not arrive in time.

"Boss, this humble one will be fine." The Python still wanted to try.

"It's mainly because this humble one hasn't eaten a giant Python for several days, and the craving is acting up."

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the other animals were strange, but none said anything.

After all, they were used to it by now.

Only Old Crocodile sighed with emotion: "Aman, being your kin must truly be unfortunate."

Jin Gang shouted: "Youth knows no price, ancestors melt in the mouth."

An Ke shook his head with a laugh.

Has this guy Aman really become the "Hannibal" of the snake world?

Seeing the urgency in the Python's eyes, An Ke nodded.

"Alright then!"

"But act within your limits. If you sense any danger, come back immediately."

The Python chuckled, "Don't worry, boss."

"This humble one still wants to continue serving at your beck and call. I definitely won't let anything happen to myself."

An Ke couldn't help but smile. This snake really knew how to talk.

Back then, it was still a traitor.

But gradually, it had become a member of the team.

After some thought, An Ke nodded and said, "In that case, while you're looking for Pythons, also investigate the situation of this body of water."

"As you command, boss!"

Seeing this, the Python excitedly accepted the order and left.

At the same time, it kept praying in its heart.

Hoping to encounter its own kind.

Watching the Python slither into the water and disappear without a trace.

With hardly a ripple appearing on the water's surface, Old Crocodile couldn't help but remark:

"Seems this body of water is quite deep."

"Perfect, this Old Crocodile will go down to see if there are any fish."

"Hehe, if there are, we can taste grilled fish from this lake water and refresh my crocodile life achievements."

Since following An Ke, the Old Crocodile Couple had rarely stayed in the water.

Seeing a body of water, they were actually a bit excited too.

An Ke didn't stop them. If they stayed nearby, there shouldn't be any danger.

Even if they encountered danger, support could arrive promptly.

"Everyone, our journey for today ends here.

We'll continue traveling tomorrow."

Saying this, he took out the Camp from his Portable Space and set up Camp beside the water.

Currently, it was probably evening outside the cave. It was time to rest and recuperate.

An Ke began distributing food to the animals.

The wild people ate their food while urging Jin Gang for more stories.

Thus, Jin Gang and A'Giao once again performed as storytellers, one bird spouting nonsense and weaving tales, the other bear playing the straight man.

The atmosphere in the Camp remained harmonious and joyful.

And half an hour later.

On Aman's side.

It swam around in the water, frowning: "There are almost no animals in this body of water."

Along the way, the Python hadn't seen a single fish.

This disappointed it somewhat.

If there aren't even fish, could there be Pythons?

"Looks like it'll be several more days without giant Python meat..."

Just as Aman silently lamented.

Suddenly, a "Brother!" broke the silence.

Followed by another voice exclaiming in surprise:

"This Python is so strong, so handsome!"

"Yes, yes!"

Upon hearing this, Aman immediately turned its head to look towards the source of the voices.

It saw, to the left, many Pythons poking their heads out of the water.

There were at least twenty of them.

They were all smiling at Aman.

Aman's snake eyes lit up brightly...