Dimensional Keeper: All My Skills Are at Level 100-Chapter 865: Hidden Sound Valley

Behind him walked another man, thin and wiry, his sharp eyes constantly scanning his surroundings like a hawk looking for prey.

However, leading them was a woman who immediately commanded attention. She had a tall, curvaceous figure, and her bright red dress wrapped tightly around her body, accentuating her plump curves and hourglass waist. Her skin was smooth and fair, her lips vividly red like burning embers, and her eyes sparkled with intelligence and charm, carrying a strange allure that was difficult to ignore.

Yet her choice of footwear—a pair of crimson shoes that seemed almost ceremonial—was strangely out of place, giving her an even more mysterious presence.

She came to a halt at the mouth of the valley, her gaze sweeping over the dark entrance with eyes like still water. Her voice, calm yet faintly melodious, carried a trace of commanding authority, "Jamie, are you sure there is a Human-Faced Scorpion in this Hidden Sound Valley?"

The thin young man, Jamie, was the first to answer, his posture straight and tone respectful as if afraid of offending the woman before him.

Facing Senior Sister Nell, whose red skirt swayed lightly in the cold wind, he spoke with cautious deference, "Senior Sister Nell, please be assured. This information is absolutely true. Elder James himself confirmed it. There is indeed a Human-Faced Scorpion in this Hidden Sound Valley."

His eyes then darted toward the black-robed youth beside him, seeking confirmation, and he added quickly, "Right, Junior Brother Kole?"

The black-robed young man, Kole, stiffened slightly at the mention of Nell’s name, showing clear signs of nervousness. Despite his pale, almost emotionless face, there was no hiding his unease before her. He bowed slightly and responded in a careful voice, "Senior Sister Nell, Jamie speaks the truth. Elder James personally said that within this vast Secret Domain, this Hidden Sound Valley is the only known habitat of the Human-Faced Scorpions."

He hesitated briefly, as if choosing his next words carefully, then continued, "But Elder James also warned us that the Hidden Sound Valley is filled with these poisonous beasts, and among them, there might even be Human-Faced Scorpions at the seventh, eighth... or even ninth level of the Legend Rank."

"A Human-Faced Scorpion of the ninth level of Legend Rank?" Nell’s slender brows arched slightly, her bright red lips parting as she spoke, her tone calm but thoughtful. For a fleeting moment, the strange allure in her eyes was replaced with a trace of wariness. Yet it lasted only a breath before confidence returned to her expression. "If such a creature really exists among them, then it will be troublesome to deal with. However... we may still have a chance."

Jamie immediately smiled in a sycophantic manner, his eyes flashing with both admiration and nervousness. "Yes, yes, Senior Sister Nell is not only stunningly beautiful but also possesses profound martial prowess. Even a Human-Faced Scorpion in the late Legend Rank would surely be nothing before you." His words, overly flattering, drew an exasperated look from Nell, who rolled her eyes with a mixture of impatience and amusement.

She waved a hand dismissively and said, her voice carrying a subtle authority, "Enough of your nonsense. The Human-Faced Scorpion is a rare mutant of the scorpion beast race. According to ancient records, a fully matured one could rival a Mythic Rank expert. That’s why it is considered one of the rarest and most terrifying venomous creatures, and why it has been deemed extinct in the outside world."

Her gaze swept over Jamie and Kole, her tone sharpening slightly, "If what Elder James said is true and the Human-Faced Scorpion truly exists here, then we must be cautious. But this is also an opportunity. If we manage to capture or subdue one of these scorpions, it will serve as a great asset for us, and with it, we could secure a solid place within the Void Soul Tower."

Both Jamie and Kole nodded earnestly at her words, their eyes brightening with ambition. For experts like them, a beast of such rarity and power wasn’t just a trophy—it was a stepping stone to prestige and influence within one of the greatest powers in the domain.

From a distance, hidden in the gray mist, Max quietly observed the trio, their voices faint but clear to his enhanced senses. His expression remained calm, but inwardly, his thoughts stirred. ’A ninth-level Legend Rank Human-Faced Scorpion?’ Such a creature would be dangerous even for him, but the rewards... the rewards could be unimaginable.

The thin young man quickly nodded, his tone flattering and submissive as he said, "Senior Sister Nell is right. We will all listen to you, isn’t that so, Junior Brother Kole?" He smiled nervously, trying to keep up with Nell’s pace of confidence and authority.

The black-robed young man, Kole, responded with a single word but with conviction, "Yes." His expression remained calm, yet his eyes gleamed faintly with ambition. 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

Nell gave an approving nod, her eyes lingering briefly on Kole before speaking again, "Junior Brother Kole, you are the most outstanding disciple the Void Soul Tower has seen in a hundred years. If you can capture a Human-Faced Scorpion, your strength and influence will soar, and your future prospects will be limitless." Her voice was smooth, yet it carried an edge of command, one that promised reward but demanded effort.

Kole bowed his head slightly, suppressing the excitement that flashed in his otherwise calm face. "Thank you for your compliment, Senior Sister Nell. If I truly manage to obtain the Human-Faced Scorpion, I will surely offer my gratitude to you, Senior Sister." His tone was humble, but his clenched fists betrayed the fire of ambition within him.

Nell didn’t say more. She simply nodded again and turned toward the valley entrance. "Let’s go."

With those words, she stepped into the Hidden Sound Valley, her red skirt and graceful figure disappearing into the dense, swirling black air. Kole and Jamie, the thin young man, quickly followed behind her, their silhouettes swallowed by the heavy yin mist until they vanished entirely from sight.