This unidentified relic has only been fed twice since its inception. The first time was with the Exploration Bureau, and it consumed a very ordinary, unintelligent, and mindless rat monster.

At that time, there was no information exchange; it simply ate, and it still felt unsatisfied.

The second time is now, it ate a stitched monster that effectively targeted Jiang Mansion and followed Mr. Rose.

The relic was satisfied and even actively shared information about the monster.

This bold speculation led Luo Di to wonder if the relic might possess a certain consciousness.

Because it encountered something delicious, it actively provided information to help Luo Di, its master, seek similar "food."

However, the information provided was rather abstract,

neither a tangible text message nor an image screen.

The fog actively entered Luo Di's nasal cavity, followed the optic nerve to the eye area, and directly performed a shadow play on the retina.

The fog formed a little figure taken to some internal building; various surgical tools repeatedly worked, enlarging its ordinary flesh by filling, stretching, reconstructing, sewing, etc.

Moreover, there was a peculiar process that seemed to require a syringe-like device to extract a certain substance from the little figure and then re-inject another processed substance.

To ensure success, the body also required special metal modifications.

Although the fog's performance was abstract, Luo Di could roughly see the key points within.

"The Human Body Exhibition possesses a special human alchemy process that can transform an ordinary monster several times over and can specialize in certain abilities.

These stitched monsters brought by Mr. Rose are clearly tailored for Jiang Mansion, not only comparable to zombies in physique and strength but also capable of absorbing Yin energy through special metallic properties.

It seems Mr. Rose has long set his sights on Jiang Mansion, always preparing.

This attack is not a real assault but a test.

Mr. Rose wants to test the effectiveness of the creation against zombies; his presence is more for [observation], not truly intending to act.

Observing the performance of stitched monsters, examining Jiang Mansion's general condition, determining the best time to attack.

Also, they should have taken many killed zombies back for further enhancement.

Once fully prepared, the real raid is likely to happen. At that time, even if Mr. Jiang doesn't seek them out, the enemy would come directly to him."

The lady nodded affirmatively, "Yes... My maids stand almost no chance against such things; the enemy presumably began plotting immediately after learning of the master's bodily destruction.

If it really is as you said, Jiang Mansion is truly doomed."

Yet Luo Di conceived a peculiar idea, a certain desire within him drove this idea to swift action.

"No rush, my relic seems to really enjoy the taste of stitched monsters... I have an idea! Is the Human Body Exhibition open to the public?"

"Yes."

"Lady, would you be willing to accompany me there?"

"Ah?"

...

The next morning.

Luo Di didn't stay overnight in the lady's boudoir; regardless of circumstances, it's not appropriate, he returned to his room at midnight on a pretext.

The coffin lid opens.

As his head emerges from the soil, breathing in the outside Yin energy, Luo Di feels an inexplicable comfort.

It seems even more comfortable than when he slept on a soft mattress, inhaling fresh air.

This time upon waking, Uncle Neck's face does not appear, but his presence is felt; he stands in the front yard, quietly waiting, seemingly holding something.

"Uncle Neck."

"Luo Di, you're finally awake; this is roast duck rice prepared according to human preferences. Eat well, then accompany me to see the master."

Uncle Neck's face tries to force a smile; unlike previous interactions, he now regards Luo Di as an esteemed guest.

"Delicious."

Luo Di didn't expect to taste such authentic flavor here; during his meal, another person arrived.

Uncle Neck was slightly startled, immediately bowing, "Lady, why are you here?"

"I will accompany you shortly to meet the master."

Today, Lady Linglong wears a carved red cloth shoe, eyes beneath the red cloth observe Luo Di in the room, seemingly determined.

As time passes equivalent to a stick of incense,

Central Mansion,

Uncle Neck, Luo Di, and Lady Linglong are all present.

Before them, curtains no longer obscure; the master sits on the Golden Toad chair, seemingly having recently changed to a new human body.

Four maids surround him, applying brewed herbal medicine to the body's surface, then securing it with bandages.

"Luo Di, special human, member of Vortex Town... The lady tells me you came here to repair a soul-damaged weapon.

Though you weren't implicated, you willingly assisted during the attack on Jiang Mansion, saving the lady's life.

In light of your help, we will not pursue your secret infiltration. We will also assist in weapon repair, with materials provided by our mansion, and the lady overseeing the repair work herself."

"Thank you, Master!"

"Cough cough... The Human Body Exhibition, in the past, I would have spared no effort to eradicate it from every corner."

But my current state is very poor; I still can't find a suitable body."

As soon as he finishes speaking,

the master, previously sitting on the Golden Toad, wrapping bandages, suddenly comes to Luo Di, his pus-oozing hand reaching out to the shoulder.

At this moment, Luo Di suddenly speaks: "Master, I am willing to infiltrate the Human Body Exhibition on your behalf, bringing back internal intelligence. Including their ongoing human alchemy work and zombie countermeasure information."

"Human alchemy, who told you about this?"

"Before saving the lady yesterday, I killed a stitched monster on the road. Through my biological analysis methods, I learned about the production process."

The master's hand temporarily stopped, slowly moving behind.

"...Will your organization help?"

"To be honest, Master, I'm out here privately.

Vortex Town is reforming education and drafting Outer Realm strategies, and due to its absolute neutrality, it won't interfere with any corner organizations.

I'm merely an ordinary student there, unable to make decisions. However, Teacher Gust has a good relationship with me, willing to offer external support."

"Gust? That tongue of his?"

"Yes... Gust can effectively provide scent concealment and disguising. My infiltration of Jiang Mansion relied on such disguise.

I believe I could use a similar method, disguise as a regular visitor, and head to the Human Body Exhibition.

Additionally, the lady can offer wax makeup, enhancing the disguise, ensuring smoother infiltration actions.

I plan to go with the lady, bringing back vital intelligence for Jiang Mansion."

"Lady?"

Linglong immediately responds: "Reporting to the master, with my wax makeup joined with Mr. Gust's scent elimination and transformation, we should achieve a perfect disguise.

If we fully infiltrate, maybe we can secretly deploy 'Corpse' within."

"Hm... Let me think about it."

The master instinctively strokes his beard, though his new body doesn't have one.

His eyes, exuding black aura, sweep across Luo Di and the lady, sensing something amiss.

"Willingness to support Jiang Mansion is commendable; if this succeeds, aiding me in conquering the exhibition, I will not only share its relics with you but also bestow upon you a Luminous Pearl from the mansion."

However, infiltrating the exhibition isn't easy.

If you're discovered, it'll be very dangerous. Here's what we'll do! Uncle Neck will also participate, accompanying you both."

"Master! If I go, there will hardly be anyone managing the mansion... If trouble arises!"

"I'm not dead yet... If he personally comes, isn't it good? Do take care of the lady and this young man with ideas."

"Yes, Master."

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