After Polo Ye left, Kanter quietly constructed a Mind Ribbon, pulling Sanders into the "group chat" as well.
As soon as the Mind Ribbon was connected, Sanders heard Nis saying, "Shouldn’t we leave now?"
Everyone silently nodded.
The arrival of Polo Ye did bring them a great shock, but it wasn’t entirely without benefits.
The immense pressure stunned the sea beasts in the surrounding area, making it difficult for them to move, and even slowed the movement of No. 03. In other words, not only did it restrain No. 03’s actions, but it also delayed the maturation time of the fruit.
This allowed everyone not to be so tired of facing the threat of the Mysterious Fruit.
However, the comprehensive coverage of the pressure also restricted their use of the Plane Corridor to leave. Forcing the use of the Plane Corridor could very likely encounter a space collapse.
"Then let’s leave first and go to Reef Island." Nis paused: "I also told Ferro before to wait for us at Reef Island."
Angel also nodded: "Alright."
Nausicaa was previously arranged by Nis to wait at Reef Island, and Cindy, who came to the Mist Belt with Ferro last time to complete tasks, was there as well. So, they had to visit Reef Island no matter what.
Furthermore, Reef Island’s location is already close to the edge of the Mist Belt, which should have left the pressure’s coverage area and allows the use of the Plane Corridor. Even if they don’t use the Plane Corridor, they can hide in the endless spatial gap if they encounter danger, which provides some guarantee for their safety.
Everyone agreed to Nis’s proposal.
Before leaving, Angel deeply bowed to the Observer and expressed sincere gratitude.
Don’t be fooled by the Observer’s apparent inaction; he actually had "Twisted Law" constantly emitting from around him. With the help of the Twisted Domain, the later attraction of the fruit faced by them was significantly reduced. Moreover, Polo Ye’s pressure was also weakened by the Twisted Domain.
Although the Twisted Domain was released unconsciously by the Observer, considered a passive act, its effect was certainly not as strong as a proactive release, it still greatly assisted Angel and others.
Moreover, if not for the Observer, Polo Ye likely wouldn’t have let them go so easily earlier.
In any case, gratitude towards the Observer is undoubtedly necessary.
The Observer wasn’t concerned about gratitude, only calmly said, "I know who you are, Angel, we will meet again."
Angel was stunned for two seconds before coming to his senses, solemnly nodded: "I will be waiting for your arrival in the Wilderness of Dreams."
The Observer’s eyes paused for a moment. His so-called "will meet again" wasn’t in the sense Angel understood, but rather he would meet Angel based on the value of the monocle after experiencing it, to make a compensatory exchange. Therefore, no matter what, he would definitely meet Angel again.
It seemed Angel misunderstood, thinking they would meet in the Wilderness of Dreams.
Wilderness of Dreams... can they meet at long distances?
Is this a space-type item that can connect over long distances?
The Observer was temporarily unclear about the principle, but he grew increasingly interested in the Wilderness of Dreams and the Mother Tree network mentioned by Angel.
The Observer did not explain to Angel that he had misunderstood, simply nodded lightly: "Do what you should, whether leaving or staying, it’s all a choice."
Only then did everyone together bow slightly and slowly moved away.
After leaving the Twisted Domain created by the Observer, the surrounding pressure immediately increased, and the distant attraction of the Mysterious Fruit was also on the rise. However, with Angel’s Domain Field, everything was still under control.
Angel took out the Gondola, and after pinpointing the direction, swiftly sliced through the stagnant air, heading into the distance.
The Observer looked at the distant Gondola and sighed softly.
Angel chose to leave, which was undoubtedly the right decision given the current danger.
However, danger also represents opportunity. The greater the danger, the greater the fortuitous chance.
The process of the Mysterious Fruit transitioning from semi-disordered to fully disordered is extremely rare even in the endless Pan-Dimensional Plane, even if Angel didn’t obtain the Mysterious Fruit, merely witnessing this scene from afar would greatly benefit Angel in his pursuit of mystical alchemy.
It’s a pity, timing was against him.
If Angel were slightly stronger, encountering this scene again, he might not flee like he did now but instead seize the chance for opportunity.
Yet, reality often doesn’t go as one wishes.
Opportunity is fleeting and rarely comes again.
For others, the Observer doesn’t feel regret, but Angel is the seed valued by Frost, who believes Angel can become a mysterious alchemist, hence why the Observer sighed for him.
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On the other side, Angel was unaware of the Observer’s inner thoughts, as he was leaning on the ship’s rail, gazing towards the direction of the laboratory.
Unless an accident occurs, they will soon leave after picking up Nausicaa and the others.
Before leaving, Angel recalled his journey in the laboratory.
This laboratory trip was hurried and unplanned, but they gained quite a bit.
Among all, what excited Angel the most wasn’t the organs attached to Soul Arms, but the large number of books replicated on the fifth floor, especially the "Dance of Metal" series journals. These were all knowledge; while broadening his scope, they also opened up perspectives and understanding of alchemy from other worlds.
It’s just a pity that there are several hunting sequences left in the laboratory. If they could be taken away together, it would be even better. They contained the logical essence of Otherworld alchemists.
Moreover, their timing of entry was quite right. No. 01 happened to be planning something big, the chase from Phantom Spirit City arrived, and even the Observer appeared. Compared to this, the entry of Angel and others into the laboratory was practically minuscule. In the future, when Lacey Association sends someone here to investigate, they’ll presumably not even notice their existence.
Even if they are discovered, there probably won’t be much consequence, as all rules were meticulously followed in the laboratory and very few things were taken. The various books and knowledge acquired by Angel were all replicated using Illusion Technique, not directly taken.
As for the organ of the Schiz juvenile, it was privately kept by No. 01 and not reported to Lacey Association; they do not know of its existence.
Therefore, even if someone from Lacey Association descends upon the Southern Domain, it’s hard to trouble them.
Moreover, this trip was justified: investigating live sacrifice.
If this gets exposed, Lacey Association would also find it difficult to handle. Members from the Extreme Sect would definitely bite them fiercely.