A Mortal’s Medicinal Elixirs

Chapter 84 The Path to the Underworld

Shane, a highly skilled diviner with an excellent reputation in Howard City, was wealthy and well- connected. He was a man of high standing. Yet, despite his success, he was dissatisfied with his current situation. His goal was to secure everlasting prosperity for his descendants, so he had set his sights on finding the perfect geomancy burial site for himself.

In pursuit of his objective, he had spent three years traveling extensively, searching for promising burial grounds. His perseverance had finally paid off when he stumbled upon a genuine dragon den just a month

ago!

Given the elusive nature of these mythical creatures, genuine dragon dens were exceptionally rare and challenging to locate. Throughout history, only individuals of great wealth, such as nobles and high- ranking officials, managed to uncover these prized locations.

Shane was thrilled and promptly arranged to purchase the entire mountain range to construct his tomb there for the benefit of future generations. However, he never anticipated that on the second day of excavation, an abyss was unearthed just ten meters away! Suddenly, a black fog emerged and rose to the sky, while a fierce storm with thunder and lightning raged for several hours before eventually subsiding. He became aware that something was amiss and resolved to divine the situation. The results of his divination struck terror deep into his core, revealing that the hole he had uncovered was the Path to the Underworld! Throughout history, the opening of this path had always been accompanied by chaos and calamity.

Shane was filled with dread upon realizing the magnitude of the calamity he had brought onto himself, and he could not bring himself to confide in anyone. Instead, he hoped to postpone the inevitable disaster for as long as possible. However, when his divination revealed that a noble individual would come to his aid, he took a significant risk and sought out William. After hearing Shane’s plight, William remained silent, lost in thought.

The jade pendant’s inheritance went far beyond just witchcraft formations. It also contained miscellaneous writings that provided detailed information about the Path to the Underworld. This path was typically a barrier that formed due to the accumulated resentment following many deaths at a particular location over a short period. Essentially, it was like a gateway to hell or the underworld. Once this path was opened, demonic creatures frequently took advantage of the opportunity to sow chaos and destruction in the world.

Over the years, a Path to the Underworld would form whenever a significant conflict or upheaval occurred in the Kingdom of Igneus. Such a phenomenon occurred during the Yellow Turban Rebellion in Corynthea Dynasty, the epidemic in Perou, the war involving the Crusades, and the Cuwhan Rebellion, among other events. When a new dynasty was established, the first thing they would typically do was seal off the Path to the Underworld and restore peace to the world. Unfortunately, Shane had likely accidentally unsealed the Path to the Underworld and caused a catastrophic disaster.

Observing William’s silence, Shane promptly asked, “Do you have a solution, Mr. Barrett?”

With a furrowed brow, William responded, “Sealing the Path to the Underworld demands the mobilization of the entire nation and the cooperation of many capable individuals. What could I possibly do?”

Shane’s face went pale as he insisted, “But according to the divination, you might have a solution.”

William sneered. “Your divination skills are not quite up to par.”

Shane let out a soft sigh. “It seems that my fate is sealed after all”

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Chapter 84 The Path to the Underworld

After a brief silence, William asked, “Where can the Path to the Underworld be found?”

Shane provided a detailed response. “In Norham. To be exact, it’s located south of Mount New Norham.”

After a brief pause, William said, “I can provide you with a solution, but I do not wish to be implicated in the aftermath. Your success or failure rests solely on your fate.”

Shane’s face lit up with excitement as he eagerly asked. “Please tell me, sir!”

“To suppress the Path to the Underworld, you need to obtain a relic from a sage of any of the three philosophical schools of thought. Once you have acquired it, I

“Sir, how long can it

a hundred years without any problems as long as no one intentionally destroys it. What happens after a century

Shane stood up promptly and bowed deeply to William, expressing his gratitude. “Thank your guidance,

you for

fee. It

“Of course.”

check for three million

back, William left as soon as he accepted the check. He had no intention of getting involved in the matter of the Path to the Underworld, as even the slightest misstep could result

sin.

to the Path to the

call from Elsa, who informed him that she and Colleen were on their way to Justford. He had planned to bring them along to Justford, but due to his rushed departure, it had not been possible. Therefore, he had contacted Elsa the previous day and requested them to come

and Colleen from the train station. Subsequently, they drove straight to One Prosperity. The

It was his first time visiting the place, and he found the surroundings quite pleasing, living up to its name of One Prosperity. Elsa was in awe upon seeing the

Limsey will be living here from now on. It would be a waste if it

remains vacant.”

we couldn’t live in such a big house. The maintenance

The maintenance cost has already been

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save on that. Plus, it’s easier for a house to be in good condition if people live there.”

is too big. It

already signed the contract. You’ll live here if I say

pause, she offered, “Then… Perhaps my mom and I could stay temporarily and help you look

because you’ll start school in

had a plan for Elsa, who used to study at Bernard Music School but had taken a leave of absence due to her mother’s unemployment. The plan was for Elsa to return to school soon

present as well. Sheldon, the mayor

William! Finally, you’re here. I’ve been waiting for you for half a day,” Sheldon said with a

a few drinks while we wait. He then retrieved a bottle of aged white wine, and its fragrant aroma filled the room as soon as he opened it.

lit up as he exclaimed, “This wine has such a wonderful

and replied, “It’s a hundred–year–old anthentic brew and absolutely pure. It’s not

took the bottle from Brandon’s hand and exclaimed, “Let me pour

the rim but not spilling over. The three men lifted their glasses and downed almost half the contents

Laste.

a great wine! It must be worth several hundred bottles of century–old brew, right?”