Chapter 10: There’s No Doubt, It’s Her!

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

As they emerged from the snake’s stomach, the entire cobra collapsed and petrified, causing the ground to shake.

The large disc in their possession fit perfectly into the groove next to the door, indicating that it was the key to the entrance.

“It seems we’re about to face a terrifying monster that we can’t escape from, or perhaps it’s time for us to learn how to fake blindness,” Bai Han remarked.

“What do you mean? Why would we need to pretend to be blind?” Lin Yuwei asked.

Bai Han showed her the disc, and from her backpack, she could see that it was the key to the wall’s groove. Upon closer inspection, however, she noticed the pattern on the disc, which immediately reminded her of something ominous.

The disc was adorned with numerous snake-shaped hairs and empty eyes on its face, making it seem as if they would be turned into stone if they looked into its eyes for even a second.

Moreover, its mouth housed extremely sharp, poisonous fangs, and a tail dragged behind it. It was none other than the infamous Medusa from ancient Greek mythology.

“Are you saying we’ll encounter that kind of creature here? Won’t we just be helpless in front of it? Even in ancient Greek mythology, Bellerophon almost failed to defeat it!” Lin Yuwei exclaimed.

“Don’t forget, that’s just a myth. We don’t know how myths translate to reality, but I do know that mythological creatures are made of flesh and blood, and they can be defeated, Besides, there’s no way out now. Didn’t you notice what’s behind us? There are many twisted and petrified trees surrounding us.” Bai Han said.

As they spoke, both of them turned around simultaneously. Petrified and twisted forests of all kinds surrounded them, indicating that this mission was a one-way trip.

The two of them took a deep breath and quickly checked their current attributes. Once they confirmed that everything was in order, they inserted the yellow disc into the groove.

As the disc entered the groove, the surroundings began to shake violently. The door in front of them slowly opened like an automatic sensor door. However, the situation turned worse as soon as the door opened. A terrifying cold aura came out of the door, something a normal person couldn’t possibly withstand.

The two of them stood at the entrance for a long time, not daring to take a step forward. They had no idea what was waiting for them inside. They could hear the sound of a snake hissing and sticking out its tongue, and they could see countless petrified humans attempting to out of the door.

Many people had already tried to escape but were petrified and slowly deteriorated before they could make it out of the place.

If they failed, they would likely end up like the others, becoming a statue and a reminder of everything that had happened there.

As they stepped inside, the sound of tongues sticking out grew increasingly prominent.

“Hiss hiss~!”

The buildings and objects around them, though petrified and lifeless, seemed to possess a strange energy. Petrified snakes lay entrenched on the ground, casting fearful glances at the intruders. It appeared that Medusa spared none of her own kind.

Soon, they arrived at a vast amphitheater, encircled by petrified humans brandishing shields and weapons. Among them were Spartan warriors and Athenian mercenaries garbed in human attire.

Lin Yuwei retrieved her bow and trained it on the petrified humans, anticipating any attempt to break through the barrier and attack them.

.

However, much to her surprise, her actions inadvertently aligned with Medusa’s intentions.

“Be careful and stay apart!” she warned her companion.

Medusa charged toward Lin Yuwei with a Spartan spear, but just as she was about to strike, Bai Han forcefully shoved her to the side, causing her to collide with a nearby stone pillar.

“Hissssss~!”

The sound of Medusa’s terrifying scream echoed throughout the entire theater!

[Ding! Mission updated!]

[Now, an alternative mission has appeared!]

[Kill Medusa or find a way to escape her grasp and locate the next exit.]

In other words, they could choose to bypass Medusa entirely and focus on finding the intersection. The only question was, where was it located within this vast theater?

Medusa’s system attributes appeared.

[Monster: Medusa]

[HP: 3000]

[Level: 10]

[Attack Power: 350]

[Skill 1: Petrification Beam. By activating the evil spirit within her, Medusa’s eyes can not only petrify opponents through direct gaze, but also shoot a Petrification Beam that can petrify them regardless of eye contact. The effect lasts for 30 seconds after a 10-second charge-up

period.]

[Skill 2: Thunderstorm. Medusa can use the greatsword in her hand to release Thunderstorm. Thunderstorm damage is magic damage. Those affected by Thunderstorm will have their movement speed reduced. Those affected by Thunderstorm at least twice will have their petrification speed reduced to five seconds.]

[Skill 3: Teleport. Able to teleport within a 500-yard radius. Cooldown: 10 seconds]

[Killing Skill 1: If Medusa appears behind the target or directly grasps them in front of the chest, her one-hit killing effect will be triggered. If she appears behind the target, her greatsword will pierce through their body and crush them completely. If she grabs them in front of the chest, they will be petrified forever!]

Medusa’s skills were extensive, spanning two to three pages, and defeating her would likely require the cooperation of two people. With only seven Golden Fruits remaining, Bai Han had to use them to match Medusa’s speed and strength.

Meanwhile, Lin Yuwei had to find a secure hiding spot and accurately shoot at Medusa’s body during the 10-second cooldown period of her teleport ability to deal damage.

Unexpectedly, their thinking was too simplistic as they failed to consider the true purpose of the “onlookers.” Once permanently petrified, the victims weren’t just dead stone.