Chapter 867 - 819: Leviathan’s Sacrifice
——System Prompt: ... You have received an additional reward of either "Gru’s Heroic Legacy" or "Elf Kingdom’s Baron Title", please make your choice?
A noble title and Gru’s inheritance, one is a common commodity parading the streets in a carriage, the other is the legendary three-in-one Divine Skill I’ve waited so painstakingly for. My choice doesn’t require a second thought!
——System Prompt: You chose Gru’s Heroic Legacy as your additional reward!
The minister nodded: "Truly a warrior, compared to the luxury of a noble title, you chose to continue fighting, I genuinely admire that!"
A group of officials applauded. Amidst the applause, a secretary holding a green, glowing wooden box solemnly walked forward. The minister, with equal solemnity, personally handed the box to Da Fei: "Warrior, you probably know that Gru’s inheritance is divided into three parts, held separately by the Elf Clan, the Human Race, and the Dwarf Clan. Only by gaining the recognition of all kingdoms and collecting all three parts of the inheritance can the power of the World Guardian, this glorious and great profession, be fully realized. I wish you continued success!"
World Guardian! Although the name sounds a bit old-fashioned, I must say, it’s awesome! Da Fei said joyously, "Thank you for the encouragement, my lord!"
The minister nodded in satisfaction: "Also, you successfully eliminated the hidden threats in the World Tree and prevented the Demons from destroying the World Space. You will receive a reward for that too. But since you are a Lord now, there is a Lord reward choice as well, which is rewarded by the World Tree to make your territory more fertile. If you don’t need the Lord reward, then it’s a personal reward, and we will reward you with warrior equipment and gold coins."
——System Prompt: You completed the "Gradually Collapsing World Tree Space" mission, and you will receive either a personal reward or a territory reward, please make your choice?
Another choice between two! I have so many Divine Artifacts already, how can I even consider equipment? Even if it were a Divine Artifact, I wouldn’t be interested.
Da Fei laughed heartily: "I choose the territory reward!"
The minister replied with satisfaction: "Very well! As expected of our reliable Lord! We will initiate the World Tree to specially supply nutrients to the lands under the warrior’s jurisdiction. However, the World Tree is still slowly awakening, and the effects won’t be visible in the short term."
Da Fei laughed: "Don’t worry, my lord. Managing territory can’t be rushed."
The minister couldn’t help but heave a sigh of relief: "Now there is only one last thing, when the warrior’s Flying was teleported underground by the kingdom initially. If the warrior needs it, we will arrange for free manpower to teleport it back to Elorin."
Da Fei chuckled: "Then please have my lord arrange for it to be teleported out."
The minister laughed: "Is the warrior afraid leaving the ship here might be unsafe?"
Oh crap! How did you guess what I was thinking right away! Da Fei shook his head with a laugh: "Of course not, it’s all about sailing the ship out to trade and get construction funds."
The minister laughed: "Alright then, the Mage Group will arrive shortly. Please prepare for teleportation. We are busy with government affairs, so we won’t linger any longer."
Anlicia and Da Fei hurriedly said: "Farewell to you, my lords!"
As the Teleportation Array flashed blindingly, a group of officials vanished, leaving behind an observer who seemed to have more to say.
Da Fei said in surprise: "My lord?"
The observer said seriously: "First, congratulations to Lord City Lord for officially obtaining the Guardian of Radiant City title. But what I have to say now is not good news. This Leviathan that has just begun to appear restless has prompted the kingdom high-ups to develop an emergency plan. Once this Leviathan makes a move to absorb the World Tree’s Divine Power, the kingdom will spare no effort—even praying for Divine Descent—to eliminate or expel it! However, by then, Lord City Lord’s city might be in ruins, so please be prepared for it."
Damn it! Advising me to be prepared for city destruction again, can’t you stop scaring me?
Da Fei felt a massive headache: "Isn’t there someone proficient in the language of the Sea Race communicating with the Leviathan?"
The observer sighed: "The brutality and ruthlessness of Leviathan is acknowledged worldwide, let alone when it is protecting its offspring, especially since the World Tree’s Divine Power is an excellent nutrient for the offspring! Although the master has been tirelessly communicating, another lord does not want her to continue facing risks and might urgently take her away. In short—"
At this point, the observer’s expression was grave: "Once the situation spirals out of control, I hope Lord City Lord can think of a way! Of course, even if there is no way, there is no responsibility on Lord City Lord, as such a mighty and brutal Divine Beast is not something we mortals can contend with...."
——System Prompt: You received the kingdom merit task "Leviathan’s Potential Threat"
——Task Hint: Leviathan poses a serious potential threat to the World Tree, please find a way to eliminate the threat!
Da Fei felt utterly defeated! Damn it, they really dare to issue such a task! Do I have any trick at all to deal with this? This is a Leviathan, a Divine Beast! I’ve seen its damage before; it can deal tens of thousands in basic damage in a single strike to instantly kill a boss monster!
For my boss-level units, their basic damage is only around 100 or so, even compared to the Leviathan’s tens of thousands of damage, it’s not even enough to fill the gaps of its teeth! It’s completely impossible for me to tackle it head-on, right?
At this moment, a crisp and clear voice sounded: "My lords, perhaps I have a method!"
Everyone turned their heads and saw the Sea God Priestess Heliana hastily approaching, surrounded by a group of black-clad bodyguards. It had only been a short time since they last met, but her face now showed evident fatigue, completely lacking the serenity and composure she had during her earlier singing.
Even the Sea God Priestess can’t handle Leviathan! Da Fei now realized how severe the Leviathan problem truly was. Perhaps the mere task "Leviathan’s Anger" wasn’t of the highest class, but bringing her to the World Tree was simply courting disaster! Perhaps, after using her to repel the Demon Army, soon it would be his turn to spit out the benefits he had consumed.
At this moment, everyone hurriedly greeted, "Greetings, Lord!"
Da Fei got straight to the point, "Please feel free to let me know if there’s anything you need me to do, my Lord!"
Heliana spoke in a somber tone, "Lord City Lord, you are aware of Leviathan’s situation. I am not confident that I can stabilize her for much longer. After all, Leviathan is one of the two divine beasts specifically created by the God on the 7th day of creation, and even the Sea God must show her a measure of deference. She’s been quiet enough to listen to me sing for all these days, which is already giving me enough face, but she will certainly have a moment of boredom and frustration. Thus, I have an immature proposal!"
Da Fei immediately replied, "Go ahead without worry!"
Heliana solemnly said, "I’ve heard that you’re soon heading to the Eastern World, where Nagas are rampant. They have offerings specifically for the Sea God, which Leviathan also likes. Find a way to snatch those offerings back, the more the better. As long as you are willing to go, I will immediately tell Leviathan, and should it please her, it could stabilize her for a longer period and thus secure the World Tree for a longer time."
Da Fei was taken aback, "Naga offerings? Where are they?"
Heliana firmly replied, "Under the sea! The underwater Divine Temple!"
—Ah, spit! Da Fei spat out old blood! Does this mean my God-level Navigation Skill diving move must shine here?
Da Fei felt an ache in his heart, "What if I can’t do it?"
Heliana gravely said, "Then it would be deceiving Leviathan, and Leviathan’s wrath would be even more unbearable! However, in either case, your Radiant City would be hard to preserve. Please consider carefully."
At this time, Deirdre spoke up, "Master, Deirdre, and your Artillery Emperor Army have all successfully transformed into Sea Demons, so we are certainly committed to completing this mission for you."
Heliana also nodded, "Indeed, seeing that Lord City Lord is actually cultivating a Sea Demon troop is why I propose this plan. I wouldn’t even suggest it to an ordinary person."
Da Fei sighed heavily. The stronger and more impressive I become, the more annoying and absurd the problems I face, and I always feel my power is insufficient! Alright! I’m taking the plunge.
Da Fei made his decision, gritting his teeth, "Alright! I’ll go grab the offerings, my Lord should inform Leviathan and reassure her to await my return—of course, please give me more time, since it will take at least a few months round trip."
Heliana nodded, "Very well, I’ll go inform Leviathan now."
The observer also heaved a huge sigh of relief, "Since Lord City Lord has come up with a solution, it couldn’t be better!"
Damn! This is saving the kingdom’s tree. How could I not seize the opportunity to extort the NPCs?
Da Fei hurriedly said, "My Lord, since I’m about to collect offerings in the Eastern World, could you intercede with the Military Department to provide some support in equipment and troops? I’m doing this for the World Tree, after all!"
The observer nodded, "Lord City Lord’s request is reasonable; I’ll report to the Military Department right away!" He disappeared immediately after speaking, via the teleportation array.
At that moment, Heliana’s beautiful yet exhausted singing voice once again echoed over the city, as she resumed negotiations with Leviathan.
Da Fei then opened a green glowing wooden box rewarded by the minister. Inside, a softly glowing golden leaf lay quietly.
—Gru’s Inheritance (Upper Part): Using this inheritance, you will gain partial power of the World Guardian profession.
—World Guardian (Upper Part): With every level up, the hero’s attack +1. Special skill: Divine Archer Training.
—Divine Archer Training: The hero has a certain probability to train human archer units and Elf Clan shooter units into Divine Archers. Divine Archers have damage +2, range +10%, and accuracy +50% on top of the original troop base.
At this moment, Da Fei’s jaw hit the floor in shock! Divine Archer Training! Basic damage and range are one thing, but this accuracy increase of 50% is a divine skill for hitting moving targets! With this skill, even Flying Soldiers wouldn’t dare to hover in front of Divine Archers!
No need to say more, I’m learning it!
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