Chapter 421 272. New Face (8K)
After Darkus walked out, the sky had become dark, but he felt that the sky and the earth were vast in an instant. He was so dizzy just now, but... he still felt like he was in the clouds In the fog.
Although Marist provided a lot of information, Darkus always wondered what was wrong. It seemed that... some key information was missing, and the situation in the Frostfall Zone was more complicated than he thought.
"Have you remembered everything?" Darkus rubbed his head and walked lazily on the boulevard. As he walked, he suddenly asked Ren, who was following him.
"My lord, everything has been recorded, although it is a bit confusing." Ren said softly, following Darkus.
"Go back and study it. When you have time, you can summarize it and you can feel the effectiveness and ineffectiveness of these messages." No matter what, Darkus was ready to join the game.
"Sir..."
"Huh?" Darkus stopped. He knew that Ren had something to say to him.
"At the Asuryan Temple a while ago..." Renn stopped there and looked at the Asuryan Temple standing in the distance, and said with a look of embarrassment.
"What's wrong? It's not your character to be hesitant. If you want to say something, just say it. If you don't want to say something, don't speak." Darkus turned around and looked at the hesitant Ren and said.
"That day, when you walked out of the temple, we seemed to have entered a collective illusion..." After Ren glanced at Dacus, he gritted his teeth and told Dacus about the scene he saw in the illusion that day.
Darkus nodded. He always felt that he had undergone some changes in the recent period, but it didn't seem to have happened. It was quite magical. The reason was actually here. Listening to what Ren said, he felt that Asuryan had blessed him, but it didn't seem like he had. Ruzhu?
Darkus was not angry that he only found out about the incident more than a month later. As a ruler, what he was most worried about was the information cocoon surrounding him. But he could understand why his companions chose to do this, including Maranur and Drusala, the two closest people around him, who chose to hide it from him, or it couldn't be said to be hiding it, but a kind of self-disclosure. The test is like the collective illusion that Ren said.
After all, this is too nonsense, just as Darkus himself felt. Did Asuryan bless him? Or not, it was just a collective illusion, or maybe he walked too fast that day and interrupted Asuryan's reading? Just like Malekith ran out of the Holy Fire when he reached 95% progress?
When Asuryan gave Darkus a bad job, Darkeus also unknowingly gave Asuryan a bad job?
"They were right in choosing not to tell me, and you, as the leader of the Huangqi Shadow Hunters, were right in choosing to tell me. Don't feel any psychological burden." Darkus, who was not angry at all, in turn comforted Ren, who was standing there uneasy. , he gave a definition to this matter, which can be regarded as turning the story over. He knew what it meant just as his companions understood it, and he knew their companions' worries and trepidations.
After finishing speaking, Darkus no longer paid attention to Ren, but looked at the surrounding scenery and thought about who was in the Asuryan Temple that day. Kaia was there, but from Marist's attitude towards him, he judged that Kaia, as Enil, had also entered a self-test, defining this matter as an illusion.
Elves are creatures with rich emotions and senses. According to Darkus, elves usually show joy and anger on their faces, otherwise they would not be loved by Slaanesh. The so-called expressionless and paralyzed politicians do not exist among the elves. Malekith is a chatterbox. Malekith is emo because he has no one to talk to. .
Normally, Druchi would cultivate his energy, because those powerful people didn't want to expose their flaws in that intrigue environment, but this is also a kind of self-examination, and it's a bit of a show-off for himself. At the critical moment, he should be unable to control it, or he should control it. Can't live. Even Newkel's Qi-nurturing Kung Fu, which is indifferent to emotions and anger, is not that amazing, but it is easy to be fooled when you don't understand it.
If Marist, who has Aenarion blood, knew what happened in the Asuryan Temple, he would definitely not be like now. There would definitely be some subtle reaction between communicating with Darkus, but there was no such thing.
To Darkus, this definition is more like a paradox or a stereotype. He could feel that the relationship between him and Kaia was very delicate. He could feel that Kaia wanted to get closer to him for various reasons, but his identity and worries restricted Kaia.
"As the leader of the Huangqi Shadow Hunters, you should do something." Darkus suddenly said after thinking about this.
"Sir?" Renn showed a surprised expression, but he did not dare to express his inner speculation.
"Next, we still have a long way to go in Elsin Alvin. We don't need you to be responsible for diplomatic affairs such as foreign visits for the time being. It's time to expand the Huangqi Shadow Hunt." Darkus ordered, looking at him Coming to Rennes has many functions. For example, while serving as a painter... No, he is also responsible for diplomacy and intelligence work. As for assassination? Let's let it go first. His approach is to be open and close, and what he pays attention to is being upright. No matter what others think, this is what he thinks.
Darkus doesn't need to be assassinated, and besides, Ren can't figure out who he needs to be assassinated. He was not really prepared to send Ren to the Dark Land to talk to those Zar dwarves. It was not the time to go, and he would have to bring an army with him.
"You can consult Colonia for technical issues, you can ask Genevieve for personnel selection issues, we can use Egileth's intelligence on Nagaroth and Ulthuan, and Elsin Alvin's We need to develop it ourselves for future use. As for Kaia, don’t move!” Darkus ordered again.
"Yes, sir!" Renn's eyes showed a hint of surprise, and he nodded.
"By the way, how's Belloda doing lately?" Darkus started walking around again and started chatting with Ren.
"She's still like that recently. She occasionally tries to contact her relatives and friends. As for that side..." "
That's not what I'm asking about. I'm asking about your brother." Darkus knew that Ren had misunderstood this time. he explained patiently.
Darkus was not worried and Belloda informed Finubar in Marienburg that he was in Lauren Loren and asked Finubal to come quickly. Anyway, they will bump into each other sooner or later, there is no difference. But it is difficult to fight when they bump into each other in Lauren Loren. The reason why he brought Belloda with him is that Belloda has a relationship with Finubar, and he can stand up at the critical moment. one time.
As for Belodar telling Ulthuan what happened at the Temple of Asuryan? Isn't this funny? Belloda has been tagged by Ulthuan. Once a person is tagged, the people around him will try to understand the motivation of the tagged person through the bonus of the tag. The same is true for the elves.
If Belloda told the Asurs of Ulthuan about this, what would the Asurs think of her being labeled a traitor? Can you believe her? In the eyes of the Asurs, she was just crazy for telling such a bad joke.
"Sir, she..."
"You can tell your brother that the most important thing about her is that she has a relationship with the diplomatic leader of Asul. This is one of the reasons why I chose to bring her here. I need to talk to that person. Talk.
This is one of the main reasons why I chose to come to Elsin Alvin at this time. As for the follow-up... To be honest, I don’t know because there have been too many changes. If she can be trusted, I want her to serve as Stormweaver High Priest of Chapeiuto, you know the reason." Darkus was still strolling, talking about business in a chatting tone.
It is said to be a private matter, but it is actually a business matter. This is how feudal politics is, without conflict.
If Belloda is really as reliable as Darkus thinks, he doesn't mind letting Belloda do the same job as before in the Twilight Fortress. It's just a longer flight. After all, the Slann Demon Priest has to meditate. , but it would be pointless to reveal to Ulthuan the departure time of Druchi's round-trip fleet.
In Darkus' view, Finubar was first an outstanding diplomat and then an outstanding statesman. He is definitely not what he wants to see an outstanding politician and diplomat inherit the Phoenix Throne. Under Finubar's skillful operation, the connection between the ten kingdoms of Ulthuan will become closer.
This means that the elves will shed more blood, and Druchi will also have greater variables when he comes to rule Ulthuan. Doesn't this make himself uncomfortable?
Just like what he had thought about before, Darkus doesn't want to play one versus ten. Although he will try his best to squeeze Druchi's war potential, he doesn't want to fight or prolong the war at all. This is why he chooses to do this here. One of the main reasons why he came to the old world during the window period was to have a chance encounter with Finubar.
From the perspective of Darkus, the Chosen of Tzeentch who is not the Chosen of Tzeentch, the changes are infinite. At the end of the day, Imrik brought the Kingdom of Caledor to defect to Druch, and that is also possible. Reverse operation.
Moreover, Darkus has no way to promise anything to Imrik now. Who asked him to discover something extraordinary on Albien Island. Sorry, those stone-like dragon eggs are useful to him. He could also give the dragon egg to Imric and ask the dragon-taming ancestor to help negotiate a settlement, but what about the distribution rights of the dragon egg next? Isn't this a danger to raising tigers? There will be endless troubles.
As time went by, Darkos's power of thinking became more intense. Why did he have to win over Imric? Instead of attacking Finubar in turn, preventing Finubar from achieving great diplomatic success in the historical line, the reason why Finubar was selected as the Phoenix King was not because Finubar was blessed by Asuryan and instead succeeded to the throne. Later, he was cursed by Asuyan, otherwise why would he be so crazy at the end of his life? The character of Mo Zheng has changed.
Finubar was chosen as the Phoenix King because of his great diplomatic success in Elzin Alvin, but that was only part of the reason. The other is the support of the Kaihai Faction, such as the Jade Sea Family on the Tai brothers and mothers side, as well as the support of the families related to maritime trade in the Kingdom of Iris and Cosqui. He is the talker promoted by the Kaihai Faction.
Just like the Tai brothers' grandfather said, the Phoenix King's Court is in Lothern of the Kingdom of Itaine, but the Kingdom of Itaine has never produced a Phoenix King. It was destined that Finubar would become the talker of the Kaihai Sect before Finubar was born. The Kaihai Faction had already laid out the plan before Finubar was born.
If Finubal changes the direction of the Sea Opening Faction under the influence of Darkus, or if Finubal's death declares the failure of the Sea Opening Faction, then who will be the next Phoenix King?
The Tyriolan family of the Sulfrui Kingdom has already given birth to several Phoenix Kings. As the saying goes, the kings and kings take turns, and the Phoenix King takes turns, so it should be the turn of Caledor Kingdom. Once Imric becomes the next Phoenix King, it will be interesting and the fun will be great. Which of the ten kingdoms of Ulthuan will support Imrik then?
What if Finubar, under the influence of Darkus, returns to Ulthuan and supports Darkus? Even trying to persuade Imric to become the Phoenix King? Wouldn't the fun be even greater?
Then Belloda can play a greater role, such as smuggling luxury goods, and the fleets of both sides pass by and pretend not to see it. Maybe when the real moment comes, thanks to Darkus being the incarnation of Marcelan and the influence of Finubar, the two sides will be unable to fight at sea, and the whole drama will be like surrendering. Of course, this is only for now. Keus was just thinking about it, it seemed a bit wishful thinking.
"Your Takaia family will return to the Kingdom of Charis sooner or later. In my opinion, there is nothing wrong with establishing close ties with the neighboring Kingdom of Cosqui, unless the Kingdom of Charis has a better partner.
You know me , I always insist on letting things take their own course, after all, we have the strength! It depends on what your brother thinks. As long as your brother likes it, I agree, just like you and Elmir." Darkus felt that he He has returned to his old profession, otherwise how can we say that he and Maranur are brothers. They both like to act as moon elders to others...
Dakuus knows that the Osuangui circle is very chaotic, and Finubar likes Belloda. Belloda loves the captain of the White Lion Guard Ke Hein, and Ke Hein loves Marin. Marlene and Alicia are sisters and the aunts of the Tai brothers. It highlights a mess, and he doesn't want to get involved in these things, so it's fine to let nature take its course.
"Sir, I understand." Ren, who was following Darkus, nodded again. After saying that, he suddenly thought of something, and then said, "Sir..."
"Cradin is in a bad state recently. He seems to like Fucked an Enil?"
"Oh?" Darkus stopped, the burning soul of gossip in his eyes making Renn speechless.
"He took a ride on an Enil when he was fighting in the Golden Pool. He has been asking me to find out about that Enil recently."
"Then what?!" Darkus urged.
"I asked Kaia. According to Cradin's description, the Enir is probably from a city-state relative of the Cloudwalker family." "What about his sister? Where's Ilanya?"
Just like the relationship between people. Just like tagging each other, Darkus also tags each other. In his opinion, the twin siblings are too different. Yilanya is a bit like a traditional Druchi, and is very good at Druchi's tricks.
And very measured. At least in this group, Ilanya knows what should be touched, what should not be touched, and what should be said... But Kradin is different, more like a very rare existence in Druch society, He could feel that Cradin's label and definition for himself was that of a soldier, a pure soldier.
"His sister also came to me and asked me for help."
"I'll think of a way." Darkus took over the matter. Although he didn't know how Talos was doing now, he was kind to Yun. The Walker family, and he doesn’t need anything from the Yunwalker family in return, maybe he can give it a try.
After Ren took out the recorded information, Druchi and his team studied it all night, but Mao didn't study it either. He said everything, causing the information to become even more confusing. Colonia even brought up everything about Queza. After all, there is currently no information about Stone Hammer, so we still need to conduct on-site visits and investigations to find clues and conclusions.
Darkus has always maintained his old tradition, showing off his best and fighting the lion against the rabbit. Anyway, the trade agreement was drawn up, and what needed to be rested was also rested. Within a month, the spellcasters also absorbed the knowledge left by Hoss.
Marist made a very bad move in Darkus' opinion. She sent Kaia to the Frostfall Zone to accompany Darkus, but the investigator was not Kaia, let alone Darkus, but He is Lord Lindyalok of Frostfall.
Darkus knew why Marist chose to do this, but he ignored Marist. His purpose was very clear, and the decision-making power for some things at that time did not lie with Lindia, who he had never met yet. On Locke.
Fortunately, Marist acted as a human being. In order to thank Darkus for his help to Lauren Loren and the friendship between Enil and Druch, she gave Darkus a luminous herb. , it seems that he is holding a grass in his hand, but this grass is a magic item, Lauren Loren's treasure, and contains the essence of Lauren Loren.
Of course, it goes without saying that the functions of these natural treasures are mediocre in providing energy and health, let alone restoring vitality. Of course, the more important thing is that Marist lent it to Darkus. She will have to return it after this matter is settled. She also needs to use this magic item to maintain the minimum vitality of the tree people in the sun area.
What was really useful was the cloak that Marist gave to Darkus, but it was useless...
This cloak seems to be woven from the light of stars. The unknown fabric is a deep night sky, covered with countless tiny star patterns, as if studded with diamonds. Every inch of the surface exudes a slight sparkle, and the stars complement each other, as if the stars in the sky are condensed on the cloak. Whether it is day or night, it exudes a mysterious and gorgeous light.
Darkus tried on the cloak. The cloak swayed gently in the breeze, and the stars shone like bright gems embedded in it. As the stars twinkle, the color of the fabric changes unpredictably, sometimes as dark as the night, sometimes as bright as the stars.
The entire cloak seemed to carry the mystery and vastness of the starry sky. When Darkus wore the cloak, he felt like he was surrounded by starlight, as if he was wearing stars. He could even pick the stars with one hand in the next second! Of course... this is just his imagination, this magical cloak is not that amazing yet.
Darkus did not thank Marist because he knew where the cloak came from. He can play Borrow Flowers and Offer to Buddhas, and there is no reason why Marist can't play. In essence, they are both the same type of elves. Eighty percent of this was brought out by the demigod Salil thousands of years ago from the sanctuary belonging to the ancient saint Axel Belin under Tal Litanel. After all, he was an ancient saint who was associated with the night sky and stars. Holy.
And this starlight cloak happened to correspond to the ability of the ancient saint Axel Belin. Darkus had no reason to thank Marist. In his opinion, it was returned to its original owner.
It is said to be useless because although this cloak can swallow arrows or resist magic, there is a probability, and it is too dazzling, whether it is on the battlefield or in ordinary adventures... In Darkus' opinion, maybe It can be worn on a daily basis, especially on some important occasions about him, not the kind that takes the spotlight, such as when he gets married...
Similarly, Darkus ignored Marist, as he thought, this was just a kind of Little cleverness, he was going to show Marist what great cleverness was once again. When he gets to the Frostfall area, he will definitely give Marist a big job! Big fun!
Darkus, who was riding on the back of the big guy, turned his head and glanced at Kaia, who had completely relaxed. He knew that Kaia had not had a good time in the Sun Zone. He could feel that Kaia was suffering. , has been suffering.
A woodland kin has been calling, condemning, and instigating the woodland kin to unite through peaceful means to ask the queen to abolish the high council that excludes the woodland kin, or to allow the woodland kin to gain seats in the high council.
Darkus did not want to comment on this matter, and just like he had positioned himself before, he did not belong to Lauren Loren, he was an outsider. In his opinion, his goal has been achieved, which is good now. Besides, the people who signed the trade agreement with him are city-state relatives, not forest relatives.
As for Kaia, Darkus couldn't say anything. He could understand what Kaia was struggling with. As an outsider, he didn't want to persuade Kaia. Anyway, he always had a place for Kaia here. If it didn't work, he would Come to the new world and be a druch, as long as he has a bite to eat, he will not be hungry for Kaiya, who will be of great help to him and has excellent senses.
Darkus glanced at Alyssa again, but his attention was more on Kukulkan. Kukulkan was slumped like a snake in the bag that Alyssa had previously held the egg of Quanguo. Kukulkan was not listless at all, but did not wake up a few times after leaving Jinchi. He knew that this was related to Lauren Loren's weakness.
The people were still the same. All the elves around Darkus were dispatched without reservation. Together with the 100 Aenir allocated to Kaia by Marist, the team suddenly expanded to more than 350 elves, and many were prepared. Things, such as moonflowers and other plants that can prevent plague.
Not far from Tal Litanel along the ancient road dating back six thousand years, the huge team stopped. Darkus rode the big guy out of the team and looked at the Enils crossing the ancient road.
"My friend, it's been a long time since we last saw each other." Darkus jumped off the big guy's back in a friendly manner and walked towards the leader Enil. He did not mention the keyword Jinchi.
"Yes, long time no see."
Enil stood in front of Darkus, who was tall and had sharp bones on his face without any soft edges, full of sadness and loneliness. Wearing a green cloak with a hood, there are exquisite silver rings hanging on the links, and there are bows and arrows and a quiver on the back.
There is a delicate bag woven with something similar to spider silk on the right waist. What is even more peculiar is that there is a delicate bag outside, wrapping it like a matryoshka doll. On the left waist is a sheathed Enil. Glaive. Disturbing violet eyes looked at him from the close-fitting helmet, and a pair of stag antlers-like decorations extended from the exquisite helmet, highlighting Aenir's demeanor.
The person standing in front of Darkus was none other than Talos, who fought side by side with him on the Golden Pond. He knew that Talos was there for a reason. Just when he was still thinking, Talos interrupted.
"I gave up everything, and now I have become an abandoned wanderer. Fortunately, my friends are still willing to stay with me." Talos sighed first, and then a sad smile appeared on the face behind the helmet. said.
Darkus knew that things had not reached that point yet, far from it. Although Talos has lost the right to inherit the title of Lord of the Cloudwalker family to a certain extent, this is not absolute. As long as Talos is willing to stand out sooner or later, such as making up for his mistakes in the whole game, it will not reach this point at all. Maybe …This is more about Talos’ self-exile.
And the companions behind Talos... Darkus tilted his head and looked over. Good guys, they were all familiar faces he saw in the wilderness of Hawkheath. He saw the curse that had spoken to him from the commanding heights that day. By. He turned his head and glanced at Cradin again. When he saw Cradin's happy expression, he understood that the war dancers who fought on the same cold lizard chariot with Cradin that day must also be among them. He showed a knowing expression. After smiling, he turned his head again and extended his hand to the group of Enils to say hello in a friendly manner.
The Enils were a little surprised, but more at a loss. Then they reacted and responded to Darkus.
After doing all this, Darkus looked at the depressed Talos in front of him again.
However, Talos didn't say anything this time. He took a step back, took off his backpack from his shoulders, spread a piece of cloth on the ancient road, then put the package on the cloth and religiously unwrapped it like a matryoshka. Hold the package gently in your arms.
Darkus also took a step back. One of his eyebrows was lowered and the other was raised. He could see clearly at this moment that it was spider silk. It was clearly hair. As for whose hair it was, he didn't know. You don't have to think hard to know whose it is. He took a step back because he was worried that Talos would do something cruel, such as Ivan's skull...
"In this package is everything I love and everything I have lost." Talos said sadly after finishing everything.
Darkus breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Talos did not cut out a skull, but only took out a huge gem from the package.
"Her soul is gone. According to Aenir's custom, the soul after death must return to the gem to enjoy eternal tranquility, or be reincarnated into a tree spirit." Talos whispered, and the gem in his hand reflected a deep light. .
"I want to find her soul and let her find peace. This is the only thing I can do for her." Talos adjusted his posture and regarded the gem in his hand as a treasure. He held the gem carefully with both hands, as if the gem carried everything about him. He knelt on the ground on one knee, raised his head and looked at Darkus and said.
"I would like to dedicate all my loyalty to you and ask you to help me find her soul. I am willing to do my best and spare no effort to repay you. I only ask for your guidance and assistance." Talos's words revealed his love for her. The admiration and trust of Darkus.
During this time, Talos was eager to recover Ivan's soul. He ignored his father's dissuasion and searched for clues in various ways. Alone in a quiet area, he performed a series of rituals and prayers, calling on the gods for help.
Talos was trapped in despair and longing. He burned with inner passion and tried to get some hints or clues to recover Aivan's lost soul through prayer sacrifices. During this process, he did not gradually enter a transcendent state, but became a little dazed. Perhaps he had the power of destiny with Darkus when he was in the Golden Pool. The phone was connected, and a moon goddess told him through the barrier to find Darkus.
Talos's father, Galstra, also saw Darkus in the Golden Pond that day. During this time, what happened in Tal Litanel was also constantly reported back to the Shower Area. He thought for a long time and considered a lot. He knew that if Talos continued to do this, he would only fall into it and eventually become crazy or fall into the embrace of chaos.
Galenstra wanted Talos to change his lifestyle, and perhaps find Ivan's soul so that his son would no longer fall into obsession, instead of like he is now. And he can live long enough for his son to return to Lauren Loren.
Under the gaze of the elves, Darkus did not agree immediately. He did not look at Talos who was kneeling there on one knee. He paced on the ancient road with his hands behind his back, thinking.
Darkus found that he could not agree to Talos. After all, he did not know where Ivan's soul had gone. It was too chaotic that day. In his opinion, Ivan's soul was probably sacrificed to Slaanesh by Shalaxi. , or report to the Pale Queen, but this probability is very low. He thought again of those jars from the desert. Ivan's soul was sucked away by the jars and went to the south?
If it's okay with the Pale Queen, Darkos might have the face to get it back. It would be okay if he went to the south. After all, he would have to go there sooner or later to meet that person, but what if... he went to Slaanesh? He went to the Demon Realm of Chaos to ask Slaanesh face to face? This...this is extremely Tzeentch.
"I always think that we are friends, and I don't need your allegiance. I can't guarantee that I can help you. I can only say that I will try my best! And you probably have the answer in your mind." Darkus stood He said seriously to the side of Talos. He wanted to reach out and help Talos up, but he retracted his hand again. It was not the reason why he could not agree to Talos, but the reason why Talos was holding Talos in his hand. Talk about extremely precious gems.
"Thank you for your sincerity, my... friend, but I will still dedicate all my loyalty to you as I swore! This does not conflict with us being friends." Ta was still kneeling there. Ross said solemnly.
Darkus nodded without saying anything. He put one hand behind his back and snapped his fingers in mid-air.
The number of people going to the Frostfall Zone increased again, from the previous three hundred and five to four hundred. The team continued to set off, heading towards the bridge from the Sun Zone to the Frostfall Zone.
Sorry, an old man gave me new inspiration yesterday_(:з」∠)_If
you can’t have a harem, you can be a moon elder
(end of this chapter)