Chapter 112

The five days of rest that Zich gave them felt like a dream to Hans and Snoc. Although some people had picked a fight with them on the first day, Zich had helped them and nothing else happened after the incident. They still had plenty of time and money, and the place they were in was a world-class tourist site. And like that, Hans and Snoc spent the next couple of days enjoying themselves.

Thus, even when Zich ordered them to follow him to an ancient ruin under the city, they did so happily. One could say the ancient ruin was the number one contributor for creating Violuwin. People had originally flocked to the city to look at the ancient ruin, which was found by accident. Then, services and businesses gathered at the location to make money out of these visitors, and these businesses encouraged more people to come to the city. It thereby created a chain of events that created the renowned tourist city, Violuwin.

You guys also toured this place, right?

Hans and Snoc nodded. The ruin was fantastical enough for them to spend two out of their five free days in it. The three of them mixed in with the group of ordinary tourists and went inside. And as soon as they passed through the entrance, they saw a passage made from stone blocks.

When and who do you think made this? And for what reason?

I dont know. We looked at it for two days, but dont you think it looks somehow different each time? Snoc and Hans murmured from the back, and Zich scanned the passage; before his regression, the only site Zich had explored in Violuwin was this place.

Let me see. Im sure the path

Zich tried to swim through his dark cloud of memories, but his memory was foggy.

I mean, even when I had information about this place, I didnt use it.

Zich was informed about the existence of Tornium and the directions to its location. However, at that time, he had simply broken or torn down everything in his way to find it.

I should go where I can think of for now.

The passage was dark, and the only light sources available were the torches attached to the walls. But the tourists seemed to enjoy this darkness and wandered around the passage. However, Zich knew that he couldnt walk through the entire ruin. The ruin was structured like a maze, and if he made one wrong turn, he could possibly never see the light of day. People disappeared inside this ruin every year.

Zich continued to walk while trying to recall his memories. A rope with a wooden sign hanging on it soon blocked their path.

[Please Do Not Enter]

Zich immediately ignored the sign and lifted the rope to go under it. Hans and Snoc no longer questioned Zichs behavior and followed him. The passage that continued beyond the line was completely dark. There were some holders to place torches in, but it seemed like the holders hadnt been cleaned for a long time as they were all rusty and full of dirt.

After pouring mana into their eyes, Zich and his companions entered the dark passage. The passages structure wasnt different from the outside and simply had a lot more dust. After walking in the front for a bit, Zich admitted calmly, Im lost.

Zich wondered if he should just break everything like he did before the regression. After all, he remembered the directions only faintly.

Nah. I can find it slowly. Zich decided to relax a little. Although he didnt know the directions to the hidden passage, he remembered what it looked like. He was sure that he would be able to recognize it from sight. It wasnt easy to find a specific place in a ruin that was built like a maze; however, one of Zichs companions had a natural affinity to the earth.

You remember the path we walked, right, Snoc?

Yes! I can draw a map immediately. Right, Nowem?

Koo! Nowem raised his feet like hands and squeaked confidently. Thanks to Snoc and Nowem, Zich didnt have to worry about getting lost.

Heh, it was a great idea to bring them.

It was very comfortable to have a servant with an automatic map function. Zich wanted to compliment himself for persuading Sam to bring Snoc with him.

Still, I probably wont be able to find my destination within just a day or two.

If the scale and structure of the ancient ruin were that simple, Violuwin would have already figured out the layout by now.

I should look for it slowly, and when its time to meet with Lyla, I should go out.

Then, after he finished his date with Lyla, he could look for the sword again.

Sssk!

Huh? Zich stopped his footsteps after hearing a strange sound. It seemed as if Hans and Snoc heard it too.

Clang!

Hans took out his sword and put his guard up. Snoc placed Nowem on his shoulder and freed both of his hands. It was an instant reaction as a result of Zichs training and everything they had experienced so far. Zich was pleased to see both of his servants great progress and searched for the area where he heard the noise.

Sssssk!

They didnt have to put much effort to locate the source of the sound, since the sound rang out again. A wall was pushed back as if it was a reverse door.

Did someone touch something?

Hans and Snoc shook their heads. Zich glanced at the space that had appeared between the walls. A dark passage continued beyond it.

This is not a place that I know of.

But still, Zich was curious about what was past the opening that suddenly appeared.

Should I try going in?

Lets go. Zich followed his curiosity and went through the opening. Hans and Snoc were both reluctant, but they followed Zich. Not long after they entered it

Sssssssk!

They heard the sound again, and the door closed. The three turned around. A dead-end now blocked them from going back.

Will it open again?

We can break it if it doesnt.

But its a ruin. Wont it be heartbreaking if we break it?

When they saw the blocked path, the first thought that came up inside Hans and Snocs mind was to destroy it. Zich really seemed to be rubbing off on them. And they headed towards the door again.

Sssssssk!

Contrary to their worries, the door opened again.

I think it automatically opens when people are nearby. Snoc was happy about this, but Zich found this statement questionable. The pathway to Tornium was also a hidden pathway like this. However, it was not a path where the door automatically opened when people were standing nearby.

Hey, stand back a bit.

The three of them took several steps back.

Sssssssk!

The door closed again.

It really does seem like it responds to