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As the group continued to move forward, the trees around them gradually became sparse, and the view suddenly became clear. A huge city appeared before everyone's eyes - or rather, it was a towering tree with a trunk as thick as a mountain and branches and leaves spread out like a canopy, blocking out the sky and the sun. The entire city was built on this giant tree, with tree houses scattered around, vine-woven bridges connecting various platforms, and elves lightly shuttling between them, like a dream painting.

"The City of Morning Dew."

There was undisguised pride in Elvis' voice.

"It has more than 100,000 permanent residents and is one of the cities in Yonghui Forest."

Lin Ji looked up and sighed. This city is completely different from any building on Kaiyang Star. It seems to be integrated with nature, full of vitality and spirituality. The outer wall of the tree house is covered with vines and flowers. When the breeze blows, the petals fall, like a never-ending snow.

Xiao Ningxue's eyes were drawn to a tall tower in the center of the city. The tower was silver-white, with a huge crystal inlaid on the top, shining brightly in the sun.

"That is……"

"Tower of Morning Dew."

Elvis followed her gaze and explained.

"It is the magical hub of our city and the place where the elders hold meetings."

Daoyan said softly.

“The folk customs here seem to be very simple.”

Indeed, the elves we met along the way all had peaceful faces and friendly smiles in their eyes. They were dressed simply but elegantly, with exquisite patterns embroidered on their robes, and their gestures revealed a sense of calmness and nobility. When they saw Elvis, many elves stopped and saluted him with obvious respect in their eyes.

A young elf girl came over with a basket of fresh fruits, and her face flushed when she saw Elvis.

"Master Elvis, welcome back!"

She shyly held out the fruit.

"This is the moon dew fruit that I picked this morning. Please enjoy it with your friends."

Elvis took it gently and thanked her. The girl ran away happily, her silver bell-like laughter echoing in the forest.

Yun Shitian picked up a Moon Dew Fruit and took a bite.

"It tastes good and can replenish spiritual energy."

Elvis laughed.

"The Moon Dew Fruit grows in a place with abundant magic power, so it is naturally a little special."

Elvis led everyone to climb up along the thick tree roots. The surface of the tree roots was as smooth as a mirror, but it was not slippery at all. Instead, it had a strange friction that made people feel like walking on flat ground. The vine-woven stairs meandered upwards, dotted with glowing crystals on both sides, providing sufficient lighting even in places without sunlight.

"These crystals..."

Xiao Ningxue gently touched a suspended crystal and felt the pure energy fluctuations within it.

"It's a gift from the Light Core."

Elvis explained.

"They absorb the energy of the photonuclear core and provide us with light at night."

As they went deeper, the whole picture of the city gradually emerged. The tree houses were connected by vine bridges, and the elf children were chasing and playing on the bridges, with crisp and pleasant laughter. The market was filled with all kinds of goods: exquisite handicrafts, fragrant herbs, glittering gems... The vendors enthusiastically solicited customers, but there was no noise or dispute at all.

An old elf was playing the harp, and the melodious music echoed in the air, making people feel relaxed and happy. Several elves sat around him, closed their eyes and listened, with quiet joy on their faces.

“People here don’t seem to have any troubles.”

Daoyan sighed softly.

Elvis shook his head.

"That's not the case. We also have disputes and sufferings, but we know how to enjoy the beauty of life better."

Lin Ji watched all this, feeling a lot of emotion in his heart. Compared with the current Kaiyang Star, this place is like a paradise, full of peace and tranquility. But he also understands that behind such beauty, there must be unknown hardships and challenges.

"arrive."

Elvis stopped in front of a spacious tree house. The tree house was built on a thick branch. It looked simple but unique. There was a wind chime hanging at the door, which made pleasant sounds when the breeze blew.

“Welcome to my home.”

He pushed open the carved wooden door and made an inviting gesture.

"Please come in and treat this place as your home."

Everyone followed him into the house. The furnishings in the house were simple and elegant, with exquisite patterns carved on the wooden furniture, and several pots of exotic flowers and plants placed on the windowsill, emitting a faint fragrance. One wall was covered with various staffs and scrolls, showing the owner's identity as a wizard.

Elvis waved his hand, and several cups of fragrant tea appeared out of thin air on the table.

"This is moonlight tea specially made by the elves. It helps to restore energy."

Lin Ji picked up the teacup, took a sip, and immediately felt a warm current flowing through his body. He put down the teacup and said sincerely.

"Thank you for your hospitality, Elvis."

Elvis smiled.

"You saved my life. This is just a small thing."

He looked around at the crowd.

"You guys take a rest first, I'll go arrange dinner. Let's celebrate tonight."

Looking at his departing figure, Lin Ji exchanged glances with his companions. This strange world, this wonderful city, this enthusiastic elf... everything is full of unknowns and possibilities.

……

The afterglow of the setting sun shines through the window of the tree house onto the long table, coating the exquisite silver tableware with a warm golden color. The Elvis family's dining room is spacious and elegant, with several magical paintings depicting forest scenes hanging on the walls. The leaves in the paintings sway gently in the breeze, as if the real nature is sealed in the frame.

The long table was filled with the unique delicacies of the elves: fragrant moonlight bread, crystal fruits cultivated by magic, slow-roasted forest venison, and elf honey wine served in emerald vessels. Each dish was as exquisite as a work of art, with good color, aroma and taste.

"Please help yourself."

Elvis raised the crystal glass, the pale golden mead in the glass gleaming in the light.

"These are the traditional elven delicacies that I specially asked the kitchen to prepare."

Yun Shitian couldn't wait to cut a piece of venison and put it into his mouth, his eyes suddenly lit up.

“The meat is incredibly tender and has an indescribable fragrance.”

"That's the smell of moongrass."

Elvis explained with a smile.

“We add this herb, which blooms only on moonlit nights, at the very end of the cooking process.”

Feng Tianze had a special liking for a plate of fiery red barbecue. He ate with his mouth full of oil and did not forget to comment on it.

"This is spicy enough! It tastes much better than the food on Kaiyang Star."

Lin Ji smiled as he watched his companions enjoying the food, but he was thinking about more important things. When the dinner was halfway through, he put down his cutlery and looked directly at Elvis.

"Elvis."

Lin Ji's voice was calm and direct.

"I want to obtain a larger piece of land in Aetheris as a territory. Is there any way to do that?"

The laughter and chatter in the restaurant suddenly stopped, and everyone turned their eyes to Elvis.

The elven wizard's expression became obviously embarrassed. His slender fingers unconsciously stroked the edge of the crystal cup, and his emerald eyes flickered with complex light.

"This……"

Elvis hesitated for a moment.

"Lin Ji, although you are powerful, you are not elves after all. It is very difficult to gain territory in Yonghui Forest."