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

Chapter 422 [Omens of the Second Catastrophe] [The Land of Radiance]

Shaun paused for a moment outside the workshop, watching the dwarves skillfully wield their hammers, sparks flying everywhere.

The clanging of metal was incessant.

Their craftsmanship was superb; every weapon and piece of armor they forged radiated a unique luster, clearly indicating extremely high quality.

"The dwarves' forging skills are truly extraordinary."

Xia En sighed softly.

The dwarven craftsmanship, combined with the Rhinestone, a specialty of the Rhine Realm, and various high-end materials he harvested from the Seven Seas.

The equipment created is naturally extraordinary.

Especially for warriors like the Moon Wanderer who rely on their physical bodies to fight, it's no exaggeration to say they have an extra life.

If I had to point out any flaws...

That is……

Production is too low!

Or rather, there aren't enough dwarven artisans.

Thinking of this, Xia En stroked his chin.

"Looks like I'll have to go to the [Forge Realm] again and try to recruit more dwarves."

It has been a while since Shane last went to the [Forge Realm].

The main problem was that the trip to the Far North and the battles with the Great Yan and the Great Sin Apostles wasted too much time.

He hadn't forgotten his mission to help the Warhammer tribe retrieve the other Ancestral Totem Fragments.

Moreover, it is clear that with the recovery of the [Totem Fragment]...

The dwarves of the Warhammer tribe also grew to trust and respect Shane more and more.

At that time, we might be able to relocate the entire Warhammer tribe to the Rhine Rift for our own use.

These future plans were on my mind.

Unbeknownst to them, Xia En and Sha Jingjing arrived at the training ground of [Rhine City].

On the training ground, warriors from the Moonlit Clan and the Treant Clan were training enthusiastically.

The Moonlit Clan, equipped with new weapons, were generally not quite used to it.

After all, their conditions on Sand Island were far too harsh.

Often lacking even a decent weapon, the Moonlit Clan became more accustomed to fighting with their powerful physical bodies.

Wearing the dwarven armor inevitably made them feel somewhat restricted.

Therefore.

Xia Encai needs to retrain them.

The old methods of fighting alone or in small teams are perfectly acceptable when applied to [Sand Island].

However, in an environment like the [Rhine Realm], it is still necessary to learn the collective combat method.

Not only the Moon Wanderers, but also the warriors of the Treant race have donned new equipment.

only.

Unlike the armor of the Moon Wanderer.

The equipment that Shane provided to the tree people was a special energy absorption and storage device.

From the outside, it appears to be a crystal with magical runes.

This device is able to continuously absorb the vitality and mystical energy from the surrounding air.

It complements the tree-man's enormous size.

Its function is somewhat similar to a "solar panel," and only a race of enormous size like the Tree People can control it.

And apart from that.

On the "shoulders" of the tree people, that is, in their canopies and on their branches, are installed a series of powerful cannons.

Simply by infusing it with secret power, one can launch energy projectiles with considerable power.

It works perfectly with the previous secret energy absorption device.

In other words, this is turning the tree people into walking turrets.

It can both conquer cities and territories, and also defend its homeland.

The art style that combines treants with heavy artillery always has a slightly strange feel to it.

However, the treants are not very skilled at using the Arcane Cannon.

Just like the Moonlit Clan, who haven't fully mastered the use of firearms.

Therefore, in this regard...

Xia En also hired a special instructor to guide the training of the Moonlit Clan and the Treants.

in the crowd.

Despite trying her best to appear fierce, Fei Ya, dressed in a red and black men's suit, still couldn't hide the delicate and refined features of her face.

Feiya, holding a huge gun that seemed disproportionate to his size, was speaking to the soldiers in the training ground.

"Alright!"

The voice just fell.

The muzzle of the large gun immediately spewed out a fierce tongue of fire.

The target was the firing range not far away.

boom! boom! boom!
Gunfire erupted immediately, like a sudden storm.

Several targets on the firing range shattered instantly.

Feiya's slender body remained firmly in place, unmoved by the recoil of the gun.

The soldiers were initially silent, but then erupted in a gasp of astonishment.

"So strong!"

"Instructor Fei Ya is truly amazing!"

Whether it was the accuracy of her shooting or her control over the firearm, Faia's performance was truly astounding.

A hint of smugness appeared on Fei Ya's face, but he quickly concealed it with the most stern expression he could muster.

not difficult to see.

Feiya's aura has also improved considerably.

The gold in his eyes became more pronounced and pure, and his appearance became even more exquisite, as if he had undergone some kind of enhancement.

The overall impression is one of both elegance and danger.

This is also a change brought about by the transformation of the Seven Seas World.

However, because Feiya had only recently broken through to the sixth rank.

He is still quite a distance away from truly becoming a legendary powerhouse.

at this time.

The soldiers on the training field noticed Shane's arrival.

They all stopped what they were doing and bowed respectfully to Xia En.

"Your Holiness!"

"Your Holiness!"

Greetings rang out one after another.

Fei Ya's eyes lit up, and she quickly walked towards Xia En.

Seeing this, Xia En inexplicably felt an urge to say, "Your salt, my vinegar."

However, he only thought about it for a moment before smiling and nodding in response.

Xia En stepped forward, patted several soldiers on the shoulder, and encouraged them, "You've all worked hard. Keep training."

"There may be a few more tough battles to fight after that."

Hearing Xia En's encouragement, the soldiers' eyes immediately lit up with fighting spirit.

They responded in unison, "Yes, Your Majesty!"

At this time.

Feiya also came to Xia En.

Xia En looked at the old crew member who had followed him since Silvermoon Island and asked.

"How have you been adjusting to life in the [Rhine Realm]?"

Fei Ya nodded and said, "It's fine."

"The environment here is actually much more comfortable than at Seven Seas."

"There are also many steam-powered machines for me to study."

"Moreover, these Moon Wanderer warriors are very obedient, and the people in the city respect me very much."

Xia En said with emotion, "Thank you for your hard work."

"If you want to go back to the ship for a visit, you can tell me anytime."

Fia replied, "I will."

Xia En nodded in satisfaction, then turned and left the training ground.

He knew in his heart that although the strength of [Rhine City] was constantly improving.

But they still need to prepare more for the impending unknown disaster. Suddenly, Xia En spoke up: "By the way, Sha Jingjing, take me to see the traces of those unknown creatures."

Sha Jingjing was taken aback for a moment, then nodded: "Yes, Your Majesty."

The two quickly left Rhine City and headed towards the distant forest.

As they ventured deeper into the forest, the atmosphere around them grew increasingly eerie.

The trees are tall and dense, and sunlight can hardly penetrate through the layers of branches and leaves.

The ground was covered with a thick layer of fallen leaves, which made a rustling sound when stepped on.

Although the air was filled with vibrant life, it inexplicably gave people a somewhat uncomfortable feeling.

Not long after.

Sha Jingjing stopped and pointed to an open space in front of her.

"This is it."

Xia En stepped forward and carefully examined the ground.

On the open ground not far away, there were some huge footprints, which looked like they were left by some kind of large creature, but their shapes were completely different from those of common wild animals.

The edges of the footprints had fine cracks, as if they had been corroded by some kind of corrosive liquid.

It even faintly exudes a kind of...

The smell of decay?
"decay?"

Shane frowned immediately.

He had not forgotten that one of the apostles of the [Filthy Fate] possessed the ability to transform things into decay.

Is this just a coincidence?
Or……

Xia En crouched down and reached out to touch the edges of the footprints.

A slight stinging sensation came from his fingertips, as if something was eroding his skin.

Xia En raised an eyebrow and immediately withdrew his hand.

With his current physique, it's very difficult for ordinary secret techniques to harm him.

And this residual corrosive power in the footprints is clearly not ordinary.

Sha Jingjing also noticed Xia En's serious attitude, and her expression became solemn.

"Your Holiness, what should we do?"

Xia En stood up and gazed intently into the depths of the forest.

"Continue to send people to monitor these traces, and at the same time strengthen the defenses of [Rhine City]."

"If these creatures are really hostile to us, we must prepare in advance."

Sha Jingjing nodded solemnly and said, "Yes, Your Majesty!"

Xia En said nothing more and turned to walk towards [Rhine City].

He felt a vague unease, as if some enormous threat was approaching.

Perhaps, behind each stage of the disaster in the [Rhine Realm] lies some other hidden secret.

The entire [Rhine Realm] may undergo some changes after surviving the disaster.

……

……

[Land of Radiance]

The ancient square is bathed in light and features towering stone pillars.

There were significantly more Huijiao followers than before.

After the war ended.

The Federation fulfilled its promises to Latwen and Musa, and built churches for the Faith Church on important islands such as [Liuli Island].

Although the Federation did not elevate the Hui Church to the status of an orthodox church like the Deep Sea Church.

But after the stories of Musa and Latwen spread, the number of people who believed in Hui religion naturally increased day by day.

At least, it is no longer just a small-scale, small-scale esoteric sect like before.

As a result, the number of believers who are able to enter the Land of Radiance is constantly increasing.

Today is the day that the [Radiant Land] will hold its usual gathering.

Many of the figures in the luminous orbs were visiting the Radiant Lands for the first time, and were inevitably awestruck by the sights.

Meanwhile, the older followers of the Radiant Cult have also noticed some indescribable changes in the Radiant Land recently.

They seemed to be able to perceive more clearly the radiant power belonging to the Lord of Radiance.

One can even vaguely sense the existence of a great will within it.

This phenomenon would have been almost impossible in the original [Radiant Land].

This is actually not hard to understand.

The Land of Radiance is like a fragment of a secret realm that exists outside the Seven Seas World.

Or rather, it's a space in a crevice.

It will neither fully merge with the Seven Seas World, nor become a complete Secret Realm.

But even so.

It is also affected by the Seven Seas World.

With the "restraint" imposed by [Hui Si Ming] on [Seven Seas World] being lifted.

The power of the Lord of Radiance was also able to enter this world in greater numbers.

At this moment.

In the square, tall stone pillars cast long shadows under the sunlight, as if guarding this sacred land.

A tranquil and solemn atmosphere permeated the air, as if even the wind had become gentle.

I dare not disturb this glorious land.

The believers, appearing as orbs of light, gathered in small groups, talking in hushed tones, their faces radiating piety and reverence.

Suddenly, the ball of light in the center of the square began to tremble slightly, emitting an even more dazzling light.

The believers stopped in their tracks, their eyes fixed on the ball of light.

The light within the orb gradually coalesced, forming a blurry humanoid silhouette.

Although the outline was blurry, it exuded an undeniable sense of holiness and purity.

Immediately, someone recognized the identity of the ball of light.

"It's Lady Latiwen!"

An elderly believer said in a low voice, his voice trembling with excitement.

With the conclusion of the investiture ceremony, Latiwen instantly became the most sought-after figure within the [Cult of Light].

—Musa was originally the Archbishop of the Church of Gloriosa, a position of unparalleled prestige.

Even without this incident, Musa would still be the first person in the Hui religion.

But Lattywen's situation is different.

He was only somewhat famous among the younger generation, which stemmed from his identity as the [Radiant Container].

But now, they have the record of participating in the "final battle".

Lattiwen's status has risen dramatically, and she has suddenly become a highly anticipated and promising new generation of genius.

The new believers held their breath, their eyes fixed on the silhouette in the light.

They felt a warm power emanating from the ball of light, as if soothing their souls and dispelling their fear and unease.

"Welcome, new believers."

Lattywen's gentle voice rang out.

Immediately, the pure ball of light transformed into the appearance of a handsome young man.

Latiwen's figure gradually became clearer. He wore a pure white robe with golden patterns embroidered on the lapels, symbolizing the protection of the Lord of Light.

His face was exquisite and gentle, and his eyes seemed to contain endless brilliance, making people afraid to look directly at him yet feeling close to him.

"That's Lady Ratwen?"

"So...beautiful!"

The crowd couldn't help but gasp in surprise.

Many people did not expect that the famous Latiwen would be such a handsome young man.

But that's it.

Suddenly, a deep black light shone on the open ground not far away.

The black light was as black as ink, seemingly without any other colors mixed in.

It was like two extremes compared to Latty's pure white light.

Some believers, unaware of the situation, became inexplicably flustered.

What was that black light?

Why does it look so ominous?

But Lattywen was not surprised but delighted. Her eyes lit up and she quickly walked towards the direction of the black light.

(End of this chapter)