Hollow Knight: Hallownest

The completion of the Black Egg Temple caused panic among the residents who returned to the Crossroads. After all, anyone who suddenly found a huge skull next to his or her home would feel uneasy, not to mention the unspeakable palpitations when getting close. All these signs made them suspect that this was the source of the riots, and they gathered to protest. Even though the sentinels on duty claimed that this was built by the White King himself, not many of the protesting residents dispersed.

It was not until the White King arrived in person and assured in the name of Holy Nest that this was not the source of the disaster, but rather an effort to prevent it from happening again, that the resentment in the hearts of the residents of Crossroads was mostly dissipated.

"Hey, hey, have you noticed any changes in the king?"

"Nonsense, anyone with a discerning eye can see that it's just a bunch of fluffy green moss on his head. Hey, let me tell you, this is a business opportunity. I plan to launch a clothing line called 'Learn to Dress Like the King'!"

"What the hell are you talking about learning how to dress? I mean the aura of the king himself. Don't you find it... a little strangely familiar?"

"...You're talking about bug language?"

Residents walking on the crossroads have recently discovered one thing: they can always see the king when they pass by the Temple of the Black Egg. The frequency is quite high. The number of times they have seen him in these few days alone is more than in most of their lives combined.

In addition, some heartworms also found that there was always a ball of moss following the king. Sometimes when they were close, they could hear the latter making strange gurgling sounds, as if it was communicating with the king. From time to time, they could hear loud rumbling noises, which was really strange.

Inside the Temple of the Black Egg.

"The air here is too thick, Worm, you are a little impatient."

In the darkness, a large ball of bright green light was flickering with a special rhythm. The ground in front of him rose up with a bang, and then a stone pillar carved with mysterious patterns rose from the ground and stood upright in the same place. In an instant, it was swallowed up by the ink, and its shape was difficult to see.

The caster was Wuen, but because his real body was too large, he had to use the moss to transform himself.

"It has to be urgent. Other things can be delayed, but this matter must be accelerated."

Seeing the green light fading, the White King walked closer to the stone pillar and touched the pillar with one hand. The white light flowed, enveloping the entire stone pillar.

The next moment, the stone pillar suddenly shattered into dust, and dust scattered all over the ground, but the mysterious patterns on the pillar were not affected at all. It seemed as if it was carved into that piece of space, floating and flickering, until the White King left and walked forward with the moss, then it dimmed and merged with the darkness.

"During this period of time, I noticed that the strong aura suddenly disappeared. Was it you who did it?"

The White King lowered his eyes, and a ripple appeared in his calm pupils.

"Not exactly. It cost me a lot, and I'm not sure how long I can keep her. Maybe one year, five years, ten years..."

“It is possible that I will return to this land in the next moment.”

Wu En was speechless for a moment. Only the rumbling sound continued to echo in the empty temple, and it took a long time for it to stop.

"Although the magic circle can help you seal her into a deep sleep, I never thought that you would use such a large amount of void matter as the basis for the seal. Although it repels light, it also suppresses the life of the stone pillar, and the auxiliary effect will be greatly reduced."

"No problem. I just want to be safe. Your seal is just the icing on the cake."

"...Anyway, I have done the best I can, and I hope you will abide by the agreement between us."

After saying this, the pair of pupils that were shining green under the moss darkened completely, and also turned into ashes and disappeared into the Black Egg Temple, leaving only the White King wandering around in it, with a halo flashing with every step and muttering to himself.

"Soon, very soon."

......

Bumblebee naturally didn't mind knocking out a few more rude guys, since he had already taken action before. However, the attack he imagined did not come, and what he heard again were a few screams from behind him.

And a rather provocative greeting.

"Hello, Sister Wasp!"

Mo Rong quickly dealt with a few sentries, and when he looked up, he saw Bumblebee looking back at him and waving to say hello.

Very good, the sound is very energetic!

Worth criticizing!

Bumblebee turned his head away, clenched and unclenched his fists, and ran forward faster, feeling embarrassed and angry, trying to shake off the annoying guy behind him.

Why should I look back?!

Of course he couldn't get rid of him. Although Mo Rong hadn't been in the City of Tears for a long time, he was much more familiar with the place than a newcomer. He jumped to Bumblebee's side in two or three moves.

"Sister Wasp, we are so destined to be together. Why did you come to the City of Tears?"

Seeing Bumblebee lowering his head and not saying anything, just walking forward, Mo Rong almost couldn't help laughing at his bullied look.

"Hiss... Could it be that you came here specifically to see me? We just parted not long ago... But you don't have to be embarrassed, Wasp sister. After all, even if I met a bug like me, I would inevitably admire you."

Snapped!

Bumblebee couldn't help it after hearing this. He turned around and glared at Mo Rong, then threw the newly bought map to his face. His movements were smooth and neat.

She knew that if she didn't stop Mo Rong's unscrupulous remarks, she would probably hear some shameful and greasy words.

You should probably shut up now.

"Sister Wasp, you could have been a little gentler when handing over a love letter."

Miscalculated.

Mo Rong took off the paper stuck on the mask and glanced at it roughly, then moved his eyes upwards, feeling a little confused.

"Are you going to Canglu?"

Bumblebee yanked the map back unceremoniously and snorted.

"Otherwise, I'm not as narcissistic as a certain bug, wandering around outside all day long."

"I wasn't just wandering around. The road ahead is long and arduous. Otherwise, how could I tell at a glance that you were going to Canglv? But..."

Mo Rong's tone was still puzzled, and he asked curiously, "Why are you going there?"

"What do you tube."

Bumblebee walked out of the city and just said hello to Mo Rong. She didn't want to waste too much time on this.

She has a more important mission.

"I've been to Canglu, maybe I can help you with some advice~"

"unnecessary!"

Bumblebee let out a cry, and although her steps were firm, she actually wanted to turn around and ask something in her heart.

Although he knew that the Queen had stationed in Canglv, if Canglv was a vast and complicated area, he might waste a lot of time looking for it.

Although he thought so, and perhaps because the experience of the last competition had aroused the girl's competitive spirit, Bumblebee never asked the question, still holding on to hope.

Mo Rong is just an ordinary ranger, how could he know the location of the queen?

Yes, he certainly doesn't know...

Suddenly, a long voice came from behind.

"I know where the queen is~"