The Gate of the Mysterious Realm

Summary

Shi Mu requests Zhao Ping to forge a combination weapon using meteorite iron, which will enhance his combat abilities and allow him to utilize techniques from the "Red Ape Fire Scripture." Zhao Ping agrees but warns it will take at least two months. Shi Mu then heads to Uncle Ju's residence, suspecting something is wrong due to the lack of activity. Upon arrival, he finds Cai Er, a parrot, who informs him that Ju Shi has been in seclusion for a month. Shi Mu learns that Ju Shi is in a secret chamber and, with the parrot's help, opens the door to find Ju Shi dead, having likely perished during an exploration of the Necromancer Realm. The scene reveals Ju Shi's body in decay, but his left hand remains intact, hinting at some mystery surrounding his death.

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