Chapter 698 - 683: Dark Night Elf
This depends on how you interpret it. If Chen Feng thinks I have other ulterior motives, he might be quite likely to ignore me from now on, and my clan members could also be implicated!
Chen Feng’s authority is immense!
As the leader of Order, even if Chen Feng is just sitting there, he still instills a sense of slight fear. And now, the gaze that is merely inquiring has turned into one of scrutiny in Mata’s eyes, which has made her inner thoughts somewhat chaotic.
"Master... I didn’t mean to deceive you... you must believe me..." Mata couldn’t bear to meet Chen Feng’s eyes, perhaps realizing that her clan might also be implicated, she turned pale and began to shiver and plead: "I originally just wanted to give you a surprise, I..."
Chen Feng looked at her gently, chuckling a little, "Mata, I’m not blaming you. Everyone has their own little secrets. You’re not just my personal asset; you’re also the clan leader among the Half-Elves and the director handling other Dimensional Creatures. You should know that what I loathe most is a useless person. As for your level issue, as long as it’s not against Order, you have the right to retain your own secrets."
Mata, with slightly reddened eyes, stared at Chen Feng’s face and prayed, "You know I would never betray you..."
Chen Feng nodded, not because he was confident in his appearance, but because Mata and the clan members were all reliant on the great tree of Order now, there was simply no possibility or reason to betray him. Besides, this matter was also related to Elwin. As her Summoned Beast, if he died, she would also lose her life; her loyalty was beyond question.
There was just one point that Chen Feng was curious about: why did Mata’s promotion have a connection with Melvin?
After a brief pause, Mata spoke, "It was the branch of the Life Tree... Elwin gave me a piece of the Life Tree’s branch."
The Life Tree.
Dark Night Elves?
Chen Feng sank into thought. As a race, the Dark Night Elves are iconic for their respect and fairness. In utilizing the powers of nature, including dark skills, they possess mastery far beyond other races, but they are very distrustful of those other races that seem weak.
It is certain that Dark Night Elves are not a depraved race, nor are they Zor Elves; the former are tree-dwelling creatures, while the latter are a group of cave-dwelling elves.
Dark Night Elves have treasures of their own, a group of trees capable of thought and movement: the Life Tree, Ancient Tree, Eternal Tree, War Ancient Tree, Wind Ancient Tree, Ancient Tree of Knowledge, and Ancient Protectors.
Some ancient trees that have existed for a long age even possess power not inferior to or even superior to legend rank.
A piece of the Life Tree’s branch.
Is it similar to a class change?
Chen Feng thought of a gaming term.
In the eyes of Dark Night Elves, the Life Tree is a magnificent divine tree capable of nurturing life; to be called the Life Tree, it must have existed for at least a thousand years. Perhaps because of long-term interaction with Dark Night Elves, the ancient trees are infused with a rich power of the night.
For some half-elves, this is a supreme treasure because, by absorbing the ancient trees’ energy, they can purify their bloodlines and transform into a pure Dark Night Elf!
Female Dark Night Elves possess the ability of Shadow Escape, where at night, when they stand still, they become automatically invisible. Besides this, after becoming Dark Night Elves, their vision will be enhanced, maintaining a wide view even at night like in the daytime.
The bloodline of purebred elves cannot be altered, but half-elves are an exception; they have part of their blood belonging to humans, thus they can undergo this wondrous transformation.
"Why did Elwin think of giving you a branch of the Life Tree?" Chen Feng asked with some puzzlement.
When asked this, Mata appeared somewhat flustered, her face turning exceedingly red, which was evidently an unusual reaction for a Gold powerhouse.
Considering Elwin’s usual state, Chen Feng said, "If it’s inconvenient, you don’t have to say it."
Mata breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly said, "Thank you... Rest assured, I am loyal to you, I can swear to the God of Elves!"
"Alright, have you completely absorbed the energy of the Life Tree? How long until the transformation is complete?" Chen Feng was not curious about their little transaction, he just wanted to know when Mata would transform into a genuine Dark Night Elf.
Once the transformation is complete, the power of Order will undoubtedly become even stronger!
Mata pondered for a while and said, "I have absorbed about two-thirds of the energy. If I absorb the rest, it won’t take more than half a year before I reach the same level as you."
As a Half-Elf whose actual age wasn’t high, Mata had an undeniable joy on her face. After all, the stronger they are, the more it proves their value, which is beneficial for both themselves and their clan!
"Is that so?" Chen Feng nodded silently; it seems Elwin has gained quite a few good things recently. A branch of the Life Tree is not something easily obtained; in the eyes of the Dark Night Elves, its value is comparable to the Fountain of Life, regularly guarded by High-tier Powerhouses.
If it weren’t for the apocalypse, humans would naturally be the sole intelligent species of this world. But with the advent of the Apocalypse and the dimensions opening, countless races have appeared in this world.
Compared to the Human World, other dimensions have their own culture and treasures!
"It seems it’s time to take a dimensional journey!" Chen Feng has already reached the legend rank. Though traveling between dimensions is generally prevented by the Dimension Wall, entering the Abyss is as easy as returning home.
However, compared to Flora’s Demon City and Saruman’s Bone Plain, Chen Feng preferred to set his destination in the Dark Elf’s domain, the Dim Region. Despite the presence of Demons, there are also Gray Dwarves, Centaurs, Vampires, and other dark natured intelligent beings.
A fish tank cannot raise big fish, as its environment limits their growth. Only in the vast ocean can there be whales, these indescribably colossal creatures.
Chen Feng feels trapped in a fish tank; although he is legend rank now, to progress further, he must face new challenges and enemies, and this land is clearly unable to fulfill his hunger for power.
But the Abyss is different. As an old existing dimension, its horrors far surpass those of the Human World. One thing Chen Feng needs to heed is that in such a long-established world, High-tier powerhouses roam, and legendary ones are as common as dogs.
One should not arrogantly think that legends are exceedingly rare; in some dark corners, there could very well be even more formidable life forms hidden.
Undoubtedly, the Abyss Travel is a challenge full of infinite possibilities, but with the power Chen Feng currently possesses, as long as he remains cautious and careful, it shouldn’t be too dangerous.
Of course, this is just a blueprint for the future. Order still has some tasks to complete; having just stabilized the surroundings, disappearing now would likely cause some unnecessary impacts on governance.
Before traveling, Chen Feng needs detailed information about the surroundings. Know yourself and know your enemies, and you will never lose a battle. Chen Feng has set many life principles for himself, and it is through such near-paranoid caution that he step by step transformed from a common person into today’s ruler of Order, the ’God’ that countless people revere.
Once such a thought arises, it’s like a fire poured with gasoline; it can’t be extinguished in a true sense. When should he choose to enter the Abyss?
This is truly an exciting yet troublesome matter!
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