Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2887: 1580: Deep Within the Corridor_2

“Your Majesty, what on earth is going on?”

As the silhouette departed, Lila knitted her brows tighter still.

Lila wasn't alone in this; Fei’er, Moli, Hollis, and the rest were directing their stares in the same direction too.

The gatekeeper Deerman general's initial conduct and the guide Deerman elder's demeanor had sparked mere puzzlement, but the Deerpeople devouring food with wild abandon now utterly shattered all norms.

Yet the Deerman clan leader and fellow Deerman elders showed no surprise; they dove in themselves, treating it as utterly ordinary.

This stark discrepancy, combined with mounting eerie vibes and shadowy enigmas, rendered the place ever more baffling and shrouded in mystery.

“The situation is truly bizarre, so gathering more intel is essential.”

Leo Ray approached the table, snatching a Starfall Sect pastry; its crunchy shell crumbled at a mere touch, looking irresistibly delicious.

Still, Leo Ray refrained from tasting it in this chaotic setting; he merely mimicked the frenzy to fit in.

Noticing Leo Ray's move, the others imitated him promptly, drawing away the inquisitive eyes of nearby Deerpeople, who ceased scrutinizing the odd newcomers.

“Your Majesty, what's our next step?”

Lila gracefully lifted a goblet, yet observing the Deerpeople's sloppy toasting, she loosened up a touch.

“Recall that corridor branching right from the castle?”

Leo Ray first ordered everyone to quietly erect the soundproof barrier, then, inhaling the lush butter scent wafting from the steaming Starfall Sect pastry in front of him, gave a faint nod and remarked, “The truth likely hides there; the Grand Elder’s look revealed everything.”

“That one’s recent behavior was truly unusual, since it was just a regular path before, the last time I visited there.”

Lila pondered with a nod, then voiced her curiosity, “Could it have turned into a Treasure Vault by now? How can Your Majesty be certain the issue is there?”

Once Lila finished, puzzled looks turned toward her from the others.

With the Banquet Hall buzzing noisily and the Deerpeople engrossed in their feast anew, our discreet soundproof barrier went completely unnoticed.

“Think back to that enigmatic shadow we spotted first? It vanished last inside that corridor they deem forbidden.”

Leo Ray brushed pastry flakes from his hand and suggested, “And it headed even deeper within.”

“Your Majesty, do you mean the enigmatic shadow is luring us onward into the corridor?”

Fei’er caught on instantly and exclaimed, “So the shadow’s intent wasn’t a warning, but delivering a message?”

“That’s the sole logical conclusion.”

Leo Ray reflected on the faint whispers that had resonated nearby multiple times and pondered aloud, “Should the enigmatic shadow align with the Deerman clan leader and elders, it wouldn’t lead us to their heavily protected taboo zone.”

Leo Ray knew full well that absent any intent to communicate, those whispers never would have surfaced.

Most tellingly, after deep reflection, he deciphered the whispers' essence—the insistent “Bang Bang Ohm,” translating to “Help Us.”

This clearly indicated that the unsettling Deerman domain concealed dire secrets, potentially lethal, with those desperate pleas as irrefutable evidence.

With that in mind, Leo Ray nodded once more and added, “We’re unsure of the enigmatic shadow’s allegiance or its motive for guiding us, but this chain of events confirms it poses no threat, or it wouldn’t have shown itself.”

“Brilliant, that’s why you’re you!”

Moli munched into a Starfall Sect pastry and beamed with realization, “Then the corridor’s depths, past the sealed Reception Hall, hold the key!”

“Pink Hooded cap, why eat their food?”

Kira queried in astonishment, widening her eyes at Moli.

“If they eat it, why not me?”

Moli, relishing the flavor, flashed a grin and arched her brows, “Super tasty, top-notch grub—anyone else want a bite?”

“Not in the mood for your carefree fun.”

Leo Ray chuckled wryly, then directed the group, “Regardless, the Moon Shadow Deer People’s domain reeks of anomalies—from clan leader and elders to the gluttonous Deerpeople Nobility, all appear ensnared; uncovering the truth here is vital to winning them over.”

Hearing Leo Ray, all nodded firmly in unison.

We had assumed our trip to the Moon Shadow Deer People’s territory would proceed without hitches, particularly with their fierce hatred toward the Broken Wing King, but astonishingly, an unbelievable spectacle emerged.

“So, these wild Deerpeople appear bewitched as well.”

Moli devoured the final bite of crunchy Starfall Sect pastry, then frowned as she licked her fingers clean. “Could there be a pseudo divine hall here too, just like with the Fishmen?”

“We’ll find out shortly; for now, we just wait for the right moment.”

Leo Ray nodded to the group before glancing at the nearby Deerpeople still gorging themselves.

By now, many Deerpeople, Terry included, were belching nonstop and swaying unsteadily on their feet.

Once the Banquet’s uproar fades, that’ll be our signal to strike, given how these Deerpeople have kept devouring food without pause from the start.

As anticipated, it wasn’t long before the Deerpeople slumped everywhere, while even the servants and close guards seized the chance to feast and swiftly passed out drunk.

“Let’s begin.”

With Terry and the leading Grand Elder also sinking into profound slumber, Leo Ray’s team silently departed the Banquet Hall.

Backtracking their steps, the group swiftly reached the castle corridor’s junction.

During the journey, though they met a few Deerman guards, Leo Ray lulled them to sleep effortlessly, avoiding any real hindrances.

“Hehe, the Deerman elder warned us away from this corridor, so we absolutely must venture in and discover what’s there!”

Moli thrust out her chest and charged ahead courageously.

Naturally, Moli wasn’t reckless; faint energy swirled around her, and her wide eyes gleamed with wariness, clearly probing for magic traps.

At Moli’s side, Fei’er, Kira, and Bruce remained on high alert, carefully inspecting the path forward.

Thankfully, no magic traps or guards blocked their way; after navigating the extended castle corridor, they arrived before a firmly shut metal door.

The intense magical radiance pulsing over its surface marked it as a mighty Magic Restriction.

At this sight, Leo Ray, wearing a look of anticipation fulfilled, signaled to Fei’er and the half-step Tier 7 Magic-type Strong Persons.

What might stump others as a tough blockade presented no challenge to us in our present state.

In short order, a sharp “Crack” rang out, and the metal door gradually swung open right before their eyes.