We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 259 Separation and Reunion

No one knows what Lyra saw or experienced at that moment.

Even Xia En was no exception.

Even he couldn't possibly stop that gaze in that instant.

Because it was merely a glance.

The owner of that gaze was [Hui Siming].

Time passed by in a second.

The eye on that heart closed.

The Giant Tree God has disappeared.

Along with it, the deep, dark rift that led to an unknown destination also disappeared.

Subsequently, the dark tide that had enveloped the City of Giant Trees began to recede, and scattered fluorescent lights once again illuminated every corner of the City of Giant Trees.

The cracks and scars on the surface of the Elf Mother Tree are quickly repaired by its vigorous vitality.

Even the internal

Thus, the fear and unease in the hearts of both elves and people from other kingdoms gradually dissipated.

Light returned to people's eyes.

Only the surviving dark elves looked bewildered and felt a deep sense of despair.

They could neither understand nor imagine that the god they worshipped would choose to run away.

"Lord, have you forsaken us?"

"what on earth is it?"

"Woooooooo..."

This sense of despair at being abandoned, coupled with the fear of facing death, finally broke some of the dark elves, causing them to break down and let out low sobs.

However, at this moment, Shane paid no attention to them or anything that was happening in the City of Giant Trees.

He only paid attention to Layla, who was standing not far away.

After being glanced at by [Hui Si Ming], Laila's face visibly paled, and her eyes became empty and lifeless.

Countless chaotic fragments seemed to flash before her eyes, and countless thoughts rose and fell.

Fortunately, her breathing remained steady and she was not in any life-threatening danger.

Xia En rushed to Leila's side immediately and caught her as she was about to fall.

Even though Lyra was not in mortal danger, a strong sense of foreboding still lingered in Shane's heart.

Because that is the [Deity of Filth]!
Even Augustine could not defeat these gods!

The last few words spoken by the Giant Tree God were not only His own will, but also represented the will of the Filthy Fate!

In other words, does the [Filthy Fate] intend to banish Laila forever?
But Lyra was clearly standing perfectly fine in the same spot.

But the more this happened, the stronger Xia En's unease became.

【秽司命】must have done something.

These covert tactics are often more troublesome and dangerous than direct combat.

"Laila, Laila!"

Shaun called Lyra's name softly.

Before long, Leila's eyes gradually regained focus.

The next moment, thick tears welled up in those bright and beautiful eyes.

Two lines of clear tears slid down her face.

Xia En was deeply shocked.

This was the first time he had seen Lyra show such a vulnerable expression since he returned to the past.

Even when she was trapped in the barrier and faced three sixth-tier powerhouses, Laila never showed the slightest weakness.

Lyra's voice was filled with helplessness and despair as she murmured, "I saw it..."

"I saw...the future!"

Xia En paused, then asked, "The future?"

What kind of future is it?

"Yes……"

Leila opened her mouth, but no sound came out.

Shane immediately understood that it wasn't that Leila didn't want to say it, but that she couldn't bring herself to say it.

The existence of the "Speechless Curse" targeting the entire Elven race in later generations, which prevented Lyra from speaking certain words, is hardly surprising.

But what kind of future scenario could make Lyra so desperate and helpless?
Is this a scene from the Great Flood?

Is this the scene when the entire Elf race was wiped out?
Or is it the footage of her death?
Lyra couldn't bring herself to say it, and Shane couldn't guess either.

But he saw a deep sadness in Leila's eyes.

just like……

Although Leila was in his arms, it felt as if she were in a very distant place.

The ominous feeling in Xia En's heart grew stronger.

But before he could speak, Lyra quickly suppressed her grief and sadness, and a smile bloomed on her face.

"I am fine."

With Shane's help, Lyra steadied herself and walked toward Suther, who was not far away.

"Sister Suther, it seems we'll need you to handle the coronation ceremony tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, Suther's beautiful eyes widened suddenly: "Lyra, what do you mean by this?"

"Didn't we already discuss this?"

"You are clearly the one most suitable to be the Elf Queen."

Lyra shook her head: "In the future I see, being the Elf Queen won't save the Elf race."

"Moreover, my continued presence would only bring disaster to this city."

As she said this, Lyra turned her head and looked at the [City of Giant Trees], which was glowing with countless fluorescent lights.

His eyes held pride, honor, and nostalgia, but also sadness and reluctance.

This is the city she built with her own hands, but in order to protect it, she has to leave.

Suther asked, puzzled, "Why do you say that?"

Leila didn't hide anything and frankly said, "That deity left some kind of coordinate on me."

"If I stay in the City of Giant Trees, a disaster like today could happen again at any time."

Suther's heart sank: "How could this be?"

Still somewhat unwilling, she said, "Perhaps we can find a way to break the curse..."

"useless."

Lyra said seriously, "That is a terrifying Outer God whose status is even above that of the Goddess of Life."

"Moreover, what He left behind was not a curse, but merely a special message."

"Just as butterflies are attracted to flowers, that Outer God can also break this information that locks onto my location."

Lyra's confidence stemmed not only from her analysis but also from her vision of the future.

In fact, she saw not just a single line of the future, but many possibilities for the future.

Of course, Lyra and the elves tried countless times among so many possibilities.

However, it failed every time.

It failed, it failed, it failed, it failed...

Recalling those future scenes, Lyra's face turned pale, and a torrent of negative emotions surged into her heart.

It nearly suffocated her.

But just then, a large hand grasped Leila's hand.

Without turning around, Lyra knew who the hand belonged to, which brought her some comfort.

But why is there no Xia En in the future she sees?

Leila sighed inwardly, but still wanted to leave Shane with the last and best impression, so she tried to remain calm and said.

"Moreover, using time-related secret techniques comes at a price."

"After that, my luck will probably turn really bad."

"With the coordinates left by that Outer God, I'll probably become the one who brings calamity, won't I?"

"For your sake, and for the sake of this [City of Giant Trees], I must leave this place."

Upon hearing this, Xia En frowned.

The one who brings disaster

This title bothered Xia En quite a bit.

Because the armored knight Ann on his ship also carried a terrible misfortune.

Last time, just because Tracy crawled into Anne's armor caused them a lot of trouble.

In Anne's account, some kingdoms were even destroyed because of her misfortune. Of course, compared to Anne's "power of calamity," Lyra's misfortune at this time was not very serious, at least not to the point of taking effect immediately.

despite this.

Xia En couldn't help but wonder if there was some unique connection between the two of them.

After processing Lyra's words, Suther finally spoke with difficulty.

"It seems you've made up your mind."

Leila said softly, "If I could, I wouldn't want to make this decision."

"There's just no other way."

"Sister Suther, from now on, the City of Giant Trees is in your hands."

Suther bowed deeply to Lyra and said in a deep voice.

“Suse will certainly live up to his mission.”

Apart from a few legendary elves in the vicinity, the residents and tourists of the City of Giant Trees were completely unaware that a conversation that would determine the fate of the city had quietly come to an end.

next moment.

Leila left with Yan Yan and Xia En.

This time, they arrived at the temple of the goddess of life.

Yan Yan said nothing and silently walked into the deepest part of the temple.

His expression shifted between conflicted and confused.

He needed some time to sort out his thoughts.

Shane and Lyra sat at the temple gate, leaning against each other, quietly gazing at the city outside.

Although the city was left in ruins after a night of chaos, with many buildings and streets destroyed and many people dying in the disaster.

But when the dark tide receded, life and vitality were revitalized in the city.

What impressed Xia En the most was the "order" shown by the City of Giant Trees during this disaster.

Even when faced with sudden danger, the elves immediately knew what they should do.

Unlike on Emerald Isle, where they completely panicked and fell into chaos once they lost the power of Elvish.

Xia En even suspected...

Even if Lyra were to be assassinated by those dark elves, the other elves would be able to handle the aftermath.

This kind of "order" is actually quite remarkable.

What amazed Shane even more than the advanced technology and unique architecture of the City of Giant Trees.

Just like in China in the previous life, most people would choose to call the police when they encountered illegal or disorderly conduct.

This is because they believe that calling the police is the most effective solution.

However, in certain regions of certain countries, or in more backward and ancient times, people would never have such awareness.

Such a sense of order must have taken decades of effort.

And this is one of Lyra's achievements.

"Laila, you've worked really hard and done a great job."

Shaun turned his head to look at Leila's face and said softly.

"None of this is your fault."

next moment.

A fragrant breeze suddenly wafted to his nose, and he felt a warm, soft, and moist sensation on his lips.

Leila actually kissed her.

The kiss was incredibly tender, yet incredibly sorrowful.

Xia En paused for a moment, then responded instinctively.

Both of them moved clumsily, and Xia En even tasted something slightly cool and salty.

Those were Leila's tears.

Shane was very curious about what Lyra had seen.

Why did this kiss feel like a farewell to him?

But he didn't ask anything in the end, he just quietly enjoyed the moment, enjoying the warmth and fragrance of the girl in his arms.

As dawn broke, the first rays of sunlight shone from the eastern horizon, illuminating the vast forest, and the darkness around them rapidly receded.

"Will we meet again?"

Lyra, who was certain they would meet again, couldn't help but ask the question.

Her confidence had been shattered by those future possibilities.

The last time they parted ways was when Leila made a promise to Shane that they would meet again in the future.

This time, however, it was Xia En who made a promise to her.

Xia En said earnestly, "We will meet again, we definitely will!"

"Even if it means reversing time and space, and becoming an enemy of the gods!"

A ray of sunlight shone in, and Shaun, who was in Leila's arms, vanished like wisps of smoke.

Along with the flames within the temple, they also vanished.

Leila sat there for a moment, her eyes regaining their resolve.

She had already seen those failed futures.

Now, she must search through countless futures for that possibility that never existed!
This day.

Queen Suther the Elf ascended the throne.

The International Congress proceeded as scheduled.

Carmen began to devote herself to the creation of magical rune weapons, while Thomas's [Steam Heart] received investment from various forces.

Edward, who attended the meeting, wore a single gold-rimmed spectacle.

If Xia En saw him now, she would probably understand why he looked familiar.

at the same time.

Unbeknownst to anyone, an elf left the City of Giant Trees and embarked on a journey from which there was no return.

……

……

The river of time flows silently.

It was as if nothing external could affect it.

Countless people come and go, turning into tiny, insignificant ripples in the long river.

Xia En opened his eyes.

And so, time began to flow again in the execution square of the City of Giant Trees.

"What happened just now?"

"By the way, where did those two outsiders go?"

The tree people snapped out of their daze, only to find that the world had undergone some indescribable changes.

Just a moment ago, it seemed like so many things happened.

Soon, the tree people's gaze fell on the center of the square.

There, a magnificent temple stands quietly.

He remained silent.

Just like when the City of Giant Trees was first established thousands of years ago.

The Elven Temple at that time also watched over each person who came to worship it in such a tranquil manner.

This invisible majesty and divinity made many tree people somewhat uneasy.

Many years ago, they were also loyal followers of the goddess of life.

Even though they have now "abandoned darkness and embraced light," they still can't help but feel a strange sense of awe.

The more crucial question is—

Why did the Elf Temple suddenly revert to its original state?

What was that strange feeling of being frozen in time just now?

Rumbling--

Suddenly, a huge roar came from afar.

Immediately afterwards, the tree people saw a dark, withered forest rise from the seabed and rush towards the execution square.

"That's... the Black Forest!"

"Iris! It's Iris!"

"Has it gone mad? It's actually mobilizing the power of the entire Black Forest!"

The tree people were astonished, especially Elder Fana, who was inexplicably panicked.

Just then, the gates of the Elven Temple opened.

(End of this chapter)