Chapter 710: Died and Mutated
Chapter 710: Died and Mutated
'How is it, Ely?' Elena asked as Elysia had just closed the line of cross-dimensional communication.
'Four days have passed on Earth, and nothing significant has happened. Erina-san is also in good condition. It's just that I became a little annoyed because there was a delay of two years before we were thrown into this world. To this body.' Elysia wiped her nonexistent sweat.
'Yeah, that's a big question that remains unanswered. Who sent us here, and why did that entity give us this much power? Is it possible that Alisha is part of us but merged into you, Ely?' Elena wondered as she examined Elysia up and down.
'Mhm... I was wondering too...' Elysia put her hand on her upper chest. She felt that she had some traits of her past self, but there were some new mysterious traits. Those were probably from Alisha, which was why her attitude was feminine, and she acted like nothing was wrong.
'Let time answer all our questions, Ely. Maybe, now is not the right time for us to know. If that entity wants us to save the world with this power, then that's what we will do. I reckon that entity has good intentions. However, that does not reduce the possibility of specific intent.' Elena patted Elysia's back and looked at Oceanid. "We are going to the Elven Continent now. The other side is still in a normal situation."
"All right." Oceanid gave a slight nod and immediately controlled the Gravy Ark to the west.
Their journey to Eshvelenora Woodland only took two hours. Currently, they were hovering one kilometer above a beautiful forest city while enjoying the scenery.
Despite the calm atmosphere, a hint of restlessness could be seen among the citizen. Thousands of elves were already standing outside the city area. A big altar floated several tens of meters above the elven palace.
"The situation on the Elven Continent is quite peaceful. We haven't found a single battle mark in the sealed area in the eastern region. The elves are still standing guard around that dangerous area on alert. However, why would Elven Empress Ashera Nirvalen want to lead a large brigade to the east? They even wanted to bring the elf's ultimate weapon, Heavenly Valhalla." Elysia asked as she looked down. She then looked to each individual in her group for an answer.
"That floating altar with a monument is Heavenly Valhalla? That Elven Empress will go with more than three thousand elves ready for war!" Sylvia reported the results of her observations.
"Perhaps, they have a crisis, an emergency situation in the eastern region urging the Elven Empress to prepare a large force. We might be missing something. Let's go down to find out more. This continent is similar to Fairy Continent, and that golden talisman doesn't provide accurate reports here." Elena gave a gesture to Oceanid to lead everyone down to the floating altar.
"Hmm, Heavenly Valhalla, huh... If the elves decide to send that ultimate weapon, then the situation will be for the worst." Lifa frowned.
"Fairy Empress Yralissa Quifiel might send the fairy's ultimate weapon if we didn't come to their aid. What would the fairy's ultimate weapon look like, if I may ask?" Yuuki asked curiously.
"It is the Celestial Lotus. A dangerous giant lotus flower with great destructive power." Elysia spoke in a whisper-like voice and covered her mouth with her hand.
"O-oh~" Yuuki and the girls nodded in understanding.
"Prepare for a big battle! We're going to take back the four forest cities that have collapsed and been contaminated! We're leaving in an hour!" An elf clad in blue-and-white armor shouted while holding his greatsword's hilt.
"Yes, Emperor Uevareth Krissalor!" Several elves replied respectfully. They then continued their work to prepare for the departure of their ultimate weapon.
A long blonde-haired female elf flew from below and landed in Heavenly Valhalla. She was only wearing a revealing turquoise dress, but her face looked annoyed and angry. "Uevareth Krissalor! These are my troops. Don't try to order my elves around!"
"Hmph, we are now in an emergency where four forest cities in my territory have been destroyed due to three hidden, sealed areas collapsing simultaneously. Reinforcements are urgently needed as I have already sent orders to withdraw and evacuate to the territory's borders. The defense forces in Ylsthas City will receive defense support from the remaining troops of the four cities that have fallen, but how long will they last while waiting for reinforcements?" Nevareth snorted and folded his arms with a frown.
"You came here to ask for our help, so please keep your attitude from my bottom line. We will still go to the eastern border even if you don't come here." Ashera wore an arrogant expression.
"How much time would you need if it were just you and your troops? Six hours? Eight hours? Not to mention the travel time to the eastern border. The troops of six thousand elves won't last until tomorrow, you stupid bitch." Nevareth frowned and pursed his lips.
"How bold of you to insult me when you come for my help. And again, isn't that all your fault? Your failure of defense strategy. Do you think you are strong enough to be arrogant in front of me, blue ball?" Ashera smirked at the disdain. She spread her arms as if she was ready to launch an attack to teach this presumptuous Elven Emperor a valuable lesson.
"Blue, blue ball?" Nevareth's expression became grim all of a sudden. He was fond of blue, and his appearance was colored by a lot of blue, but that simple nickname could easily trigger his wrath.
The surrounding elves could feel an invisible pressure from the two Emperor-level elves fighting. They trembled and were pushed away due to the aura clash.
"Hmm, you're in an emergency situation, and you still have time for a feud?" A long golden-haired Goddess appeared casually between the two Emperor-level elves and patted their face with a leaf.
*Swoosh!*
The aura clash faded suddenly. Ashera and Uevareth took a few steps back to take a safe distance due to the sudden arrival of the unknown.
They narrowed their eyes to identify who had just patted their face with a leaf. Upon closer inspection, they widened their eyes when they realized that it was the Goddess of Light. They had met her once, and it couldn't be wrong.
"Elven Empress Ashera Nirvalen, Elven Emperor Uevareth Krissalor, I would like to report the situation here now. Dear elves, you may continue preparations for your return." Rhea came over with instructions to the surrounding elves.
Nell flew near her head, and everyone else followed her from behind.
The elves were stunned to appreciate each unique beauty of the divine group that came out of nowhere.
After a few seconds, they snapped out of consciousness and immediately saluted and returned to prepare for their departure. Several tens of elves continued to transport some supplies to Heavenly Valhalla. Hundreds of others took care of weaponry and many more.
Ashera glanced at Uevareth briefly. She immediately gave a polite bow of respect before the Goddess of Light and the other divine beings.
She then reported everything in a brief explanation. "I'm Ashera Nirvalen to report. A few hours ago, three sealed areas around the Alyhodorei Forest collapsed simultaneously and released tens of thousands of cursed monsters. Four forest cities were destroyed, and thousands of elves were evacuated to the central region's eastern border. The monsters continued to head west. About six thousand elves troops were ready to fight in Ylsthas Woodland for the great battle. However, about twelve thousand civilian elves were taking shelter there, including refugees. We're going there as reinforcements. Emperor Uevareth Krissalor came to hasten our preparations. Still, he acted like we were his subject which offended me greatly when he came for reinforcements."
"We understand. Whatever the reason, a critical situation is brewing. Many elves are waiting for help and reinforcements. You have one hour to prepare for Heavenly Valhalla's departure, and we will assist you at the eastern border later. Therefore, we would like to hear the real situation at the scene. On our way from the Fairy Continent, we didn't find any fighting signs. Everything was still peaceful, as if no battle had taken place. So, why do you say that four forest cities were destroyed and three sealed areas collapsed?" Nell flapped her wings and pointed her hands at the two Emperor-level elves.
"What does this mean, Emperor Uevareth Krissalor?" Ashera frowned and stared intently at the light blue-haired man at the side.
"The real scene is not easily visible to the naked eyes, but the damage has already been done from underground. The battle had already taken place, but we didn't manage to get the upper hand even after three hours of intense battle. The black curse liquid monsters destroyed the four forest cities around Alyhodorei Forest. Three underground sealed areas have collapsed. You can only see the real thing if you are less than a hundred meters from the location. Invisible foreign energy envelopes the area and makes everyone seem to see the forest is still in good condition." Uevareth folded his arms and explained the situation with a heavy expression.
"How many lives have fallen?" Elysia suddenly asked with a pale face. She didn't want to hear the tragedy, but she had to know to judge how serious the situation was.
"One thousand and two hundred elves have died and mutated into undead monsters. That's why I ordered to withdraw and evacuate all the citizens of the four forest cities to the western border of my territory. My forces and the remaining troops are now preparing for an all-out war on the eastern border. I, Uevareth Krissalor, sincerely hope for your reinforcements, o the almighty divine divinity." Uevareth knelt like a knight to the ruler.
"Died and mutated?" Elysia gasped in surprise and turned even paler. There were so many casualties, and the situation became even more severe than she thought.