Elf Kingdom: Game of the World Tree-Chapter 1147 - 762: Situation and Rumors (Part 2)

This is Zelolan, the capital of Fengyue Free Territory, the first choice for refugees since the demon invasion.

Unlike the turmoil in the southern Empire, this city, which was said to have suffered the ravages of war a year ago, now looks so peaceful and safe.

"Once we land, we’ll be safe. I’ve heard Zelolan is lacking manpower; as long as we can find a temporary job here, we can survive..."

A refugee sighed.

"But... what if the demons reach here? It’s not that far from the south, is it? The demons move so fast... I think I’ll wait until we reach the Northern Territory before disembarking."

Another refugee said worriedly.

However, after hearing his words, most of the refugees sneered:

"Reach Fengyue Territory? Hey..."

"Why? Won’t they?"

The worried refugee was puzzled.

A refugee planning to convert to the Life Goddess shook his head and laughed:

"Friend, you’re worrying too much. Now that the demons are invading, I’m afraid there’s no place safer than Fengyue Territory and Elf Forest in the entire Segis World."

"Why?"

The worried refugee asked.

"Of course, because this is the sphere of influence of the Life Church, protected by the great Life Goddess, the demons absolutely dare not come, especially the Elf Forest! But unfortunately... only elves and half-elves can settle in the Elf Forest. For us, the best choice is Fengyue Free Territory."

A refugee said.

Upon hearing him, many people nodded in agreement.

With the outbreak of the divine war, as demons invade Segis World, a large number of refugees flee from the southern Empire to Fengyue Territory, primarily because the Life Goddess supports Fengyue Territory.

Although information spread isn’t smooth for most people, as the name of the Life Goddess spread, many of His deeds have become well known throughout the Empire.

For example... He is the only True God walking the land of the whole Segis World now.

For example, His immense hatred for evil power, having repeatedly annihilated terrifyingly powerful Evil Gods.

Moreover, even without mentioning the Life Goddess’s might, the renowned Elf Mercenaries loyal to the Life Goddess have already made a name across the continent...

Not to mention, on the current southern border battlefield, their figures fighting alongside demons can often be seen.

And just as the refugees were conversing, suddenly, someone frowned and said:

"Speaking of, I heard a rumor recently; I don’t know whether it’s true or false..."

"What rumor?"

The others asked curiously.

The person hesitated for a moment and said:

"Rumor has it... the Life Goddess was sealed by the Demon Gods in battle..."

Upon hearing his words, the others burst out laughing:

"Hahaha! The Life Goddess sealed? How is that possible?"

"Friend, where did you hear this ridiculous news?"

The speaker hesitated for a moment, scratching his head:

"I don’t know if it’s true or false; I heard it from the Underworld."

"The Underworld?"

The others were quite surprised.

The speaker nodded, explaining:

"Yes, my hometown is South Castle, where there’s a passage to the Underworld. I heard this news from the Dark City State Alliance caravan... a lot of people over there are saying this now."

"Nonsense! I heard the Dark City State Alliance had a war with Elf Forest before; this news must be fake, let alone... the Life Goddess is staying fine in Elf Forest, how could he be fighting with the Abyss Demon Gods?"

Someone shook his head.

"Then I don’t know."

The speaker shrugged.

Then, he furrowed his brow and said:

"It’s just... with the Life Goddess being so powerful and hating evil so much, why hasn’t he acted even though demons are invading the heart of Fertile Plain?"

"Isn’t that normal? After all, the Southern Territory doesn’t worship the Life Goddess."

Someone said.

"But Fengye Territory didn’t worship the Life Goddess before either."

The speaker sighed.

After hearing him, people around looked at each other, falling into deep thought.

Many refugees showed expressions of uncertainty.

Only a few refugees who converted to the Life Church were still dissatisfied:

"Rumors! It’s all rumors! The Life Goddess is merciful and powerful, what you said is blasphemy!"

"I’m just stating the facts."

"Hey, you’re clearly using rumors to incite panic!"

The two sides started arguing, and soon the argument escalated into a quarrel, eventually turning into a scuffle.

On the deck, there was chaos.

The chaotic scene drew the attention of the crew members on surrounding ships, with many whistling and watching the commotion.

Even the crew on a large sailing ship, which many other ships avoided due to its hoisted red flag, looked over out of curiosity.

On the deck of the sailing ship, a knight in armor glanced at the chaotic vessel, slightly frowning.

He shook his head, shifted his gaze, and looked ahead.

The ship was slowly entering the port, and people on the shore were already there to guide it in.

Until the ship gave a slight tremor, the plank was lowered, the anchor dropped into the water, and the sailors used ropes to anchor it securely.

"Lord Finn, we have arrived."

The crew member said respectfully.

The knight was none other than Finn, who had risen from a common hunter to an Intermediate Knight during the liberation war in Fengyue Territory.

After demons invaded the Segis World and war broke out in the south of the Holy Mania Empire, he was sent to the southern part of the empire to gather intelligence, returning this time aboard the Amway Chamber of Commerce’s Fengyue Territory branch’s ship with the refugees to report.

He nodded to the crew member, lightly jumped onto the dock, and then boarded a carriage that was already parked beside the pier:

"To Wells Castle."

...

After a year of recuperation and rebuilding, Zelolan City had returned to prosperity.

Passing through the city’s newly renovated, straight streets, the carriage stopped in front of a solemn and imposing castle.

This was the Wells family’s castle, also the residence of Sophia, the current governor of the Fengyue Free Territory.

Stepping down from the carriage and entering the castle, Finn stated his identity and was finally led by the castle steward to the office of Lady Sophia, the governor of the Fengyue Free Territory.

"Lady Sophia, Lord Finn has arrived."

The guard at the door announced.

Sophia was seated behind her desk, handling administrative duties.

The youthful innocence in her features had long faded; compared to a year ago, she appeared more mature.

Upon hearing the announcement, she rubbed her temples and put down the quill pen.

Then she looked towards Finn at the door and smiled, saying:

"Please come in, Lord Finn."

Finn came before Sophia and bowed respectfully.

Sophia looked him over from head to toe and got straight to the point:

"Lord Finn, how is the war in the south of the Holy Maniya Empire now?"

Finn’s expression became solemn, and his gaze turned somewhat serious.

He sighed and said:

"Lady Sophia, it’s dire... The situation there is becoming increasingly severe."

"If I had to describe it with one word, I could only use ’decay’ to express it."

At his words, Sophia’s expression became slightly serious.

She sat up straight and asked:

"Has the Eternal Church taken any action?"

"They have, the Eternal Church and the Empire have both sent their main forces, however... there are just too many demons."

Finn sighed.

Saying this, he glanced at the map behind Sophia and said in a deep voice:

"Based on my observations, I’m afraid that within two months, the demons may attack our Fengyue Free Territory."

"So soon?!"

Sophia’s expression showed surprise.

Finn nodded:

"Lady Sophia, the demons are moving faster and are more powerful than we imagined... Our territory’s current strength is very weak, and if the demons attack, we may find it difficult to resist... We must notify the Elf Forest and request help from our Elf partners."

Hearing this, Sophia fell into contemplation.

After a moment, she slowly nodded:

"I will report this to the church for consideration."

After speaking, she glanced at Finn, noticing his hesitation to speak.

Sophia felt a stirring in her heart:

"Lord Finn, is there anything else you wish to say?"

Finn hesitated for a moment, then nodded:

"Lady Sophia."

"While in the south, I heard some rumors regarding Her Majesty the Goddess, and they are intensifying..."