The so-called "bottom line" was the foundation for both parties to maintain tacit cooperation . Now, Ferde and the Isle of Dawn's cooperation was built on the fact that both had to face the Destruction Army . In other words, the Isle of Dawn wouldn't mess around while the humans, led by Ferde, were facing the Destruction Army .

Once the Isle of Dawn felt that Ferde was a great threat, they might possibly break this tacit agreement .

Eliard didn't believe this . "Would they really?" he asked .

Vance shrugged . "I can't be certain, but from how they treated Evelina, they really care about their so-called tradition and n.o.ble bloodline . They might even see it as a glory they must protect with their life . They're probably able to do anything if their tradition is threatened . "

Celine was also present, and she didn't believe it . "I don't think so . There are less than three million High Elves . Once war starts, even if we sacrifice 100 men for one High Elf, we'll lose one billion people and have three billion left . The High Elves, though, would be at risk of extinction . Plus, is their tradition really that important?"

"Yes, very important," a bright voice rang out . It was Elin .

She stood up on her chair, pus.h.i.+ng against the table . Her large and bright eyes were serious . Of course, to others, she looked adorable . People would want to pinch her pink cheeks .

But the Magicians present wouldn't do that . They all perked up their ears to listen to Lady Fortuna .

"Any ancient race in Firuman would place importance on tradition," Elin said seriously . "The High Elves, dragons, dwarves, and my Yabbas are all like this . Tradition is the precious experience acc.u.mulated over the years . It is the sign that guides a race's s.h.i.+p safely through the river of time . We follow these traditions to live in Firuman for longer and better… However, emphasizing tradition can be both a blessing and curse . Especially when faced with a drastic change, tradition can be the biggest obstacle . "

At the end, Elin was a bit down . She'd thought of her own race .

She'd predicted that a huge catastrophe would fall and encouraged her people to move south since the beginning . It had been useless though . They didn't want to leave the land that they'd lived in for thousands of years . They believed that their power could save them, but in the end, they almost went extinct .

Looking at everyone present, Elin said seriously, "The High Elves are difficult to deal with because they're truly powerful . Their Magician army has no match, but they're easy to deal with too . They are a very steady race; they won't make any risks . You can find something similar in history for everything they do . "

Here, Elin looked to Link . "History tells us that, when faced with an existential crisis like this, the High Elves would go past any bottom line to save themselves . During the Mana catastrophe 3000 years ago, they did that . That time, their actions forced a faction to flee into a dark region and become the Dark Elves of today . Three hundred years ago during Bryant's era, the High Elves did the same thing . At that time, Bryant had the ambition to empower humans . The so-called love wasn't everything to him . However, he gave up in the end . There were some secret things that were too terrifying . You know what the end result was: he became one of the High Elves . "

Elin finished, and the Magicians in the garden all fell silent .

After a pregnant pause, Link clapped . "What has pa.s.sed has pa.s.sed, but the future is still uncertain . We must strengthen ourselves . The fastest way to become stronger is with the Ethereal Crystal . Not only should we use it to create more Ethereal equipment for Magicians, but we can also make them for powerful Sunlight Warriors . The more Ethereal Crystals we have, the stronger we become . Any objections?"

Everyone present had witnessed the benefits to Ethereal Crystals . Coupled with Elin's willingness to help, it greatly reduced the risks . No one would refuse such an easy benefit .

"No objections," Vance said first .

"I am interested in the power of Ethereals," Alloa, Maiden of Truth, said . "Not only can they directly help us become stronger, but the Mana structures are also abnormally intriguing . It is valuable to study . Thus, the more crystals like this, the better . "

Secret Girl Eleanor smiled . "I pity those Ethereals, but since they like Firuman, we should let them stay here forever . "

Finally, Elin raised her small hand and said seriously, "The Yabbas wish to join this hunt . "

It pa.s.sed unanimously .

Link nodded . "Very good . We still have to perfect the way to catch Ethereals . It isn't mature yet . "

Perhaps due to Link's influence as lord, the people of Ferde gradually started having the habit of doing everything efficiently . Once they decided on something, they would get to it immediately without wasting any time .

Since everyone agreed now, they immediately moved from the garden to the alchemy and enchantment rooms in the Mage Tower . Everyone worked together to create a strong Ethereal catching tool .

Just as Ferde was feverishly raising their strength, Bryant returned to the Isle of Dawn . Once there, he hurried to Andwar, the High Elf palace in the heart of the island, without stopping .

The Isle of Dawn was less than 200 miles in radius . With Bryant's speed, the giant tree that rose into the clouds appeared in his vision two minutes later . This tree was truly huge . It was more than 600 feet tall, and the trunk was over 180 feet wide . The treetop was spread out like a giant green umbrella .

Emerald light shone down from between the leaves and branches . When the light reached the air, it would turn into floating b.a.l.l.s of light . These light b.a.l.l.s spread out, some entering the dirt, others scattering into even smaller b.a.l.l.s . They kept dividing until the air had a tinge of green .

This was Level-19 Natural magic!

Even a G.o.d couldn't see the mysteries of the World Tree . The High Elves' palace was under this tree .

Andwar had beautiful light purple buildings . The outer walls were covered in silver, magic veins . The ground was made of jade tiles . Along the path, there was a lamp tree every few steps, glowing softly .

The entire city was mysterious, intricate, peaceful, and serene . Here, Bryant's heart, frustrated from the visit to Ferde, gradually calmed down . He knew this was the power of the tree .

On the Isle of Dawn, every aged elf's last dream would be to accompany the mother tree of the world for eternity .

Bryant breathed out deeply . He slowed and walked down the jade path . While walking, he organized his thoughts . By the time he reached Hierdani (in Elfin, it means "pavilion of starry slumber), his heart was completely at peace .

He saw the queen at the entrance .

Barefoot, she leaned against a lamp tree . Gazing emotionlessly at Bryant, she said, "I can feel the anxiety within you . Bryant, tell me about Ferde . "

Bryant bowed and recounted everything that had happened .

The queen listened quietly . Her brows would sometimes furrow but would quickly smooth again . When Bryant finished, she sighed . "This isn't good news, but it's not the first disaster we have experienced, nor will it be the last one . Bryant, I have a secret mission for you . "

Surprised, Bryant said, "Yes . "

"Go to the Black Forest in the North and ensure that the northern army and human army have balanced power… Do you understand?"

Bryant bowed slightly . "Yes, Your Majesty . "

He knew that this simple command meant that countless lives on the continent would be lost . It wouldn't be thousands or tens of thousands . In the end, it might lead to millions, close to tens of millions .

But these lives would not be High Elves, so they didn't care .

It wasn't the first time the High Elves would do something like this, nor would it be the last time . Everything was done for the safety of the residents of this island .

Chapter 541 Maintain Balance of PowerTranslator Nyoi Bo Studio Editor Nyoi Bo StudioThe so called bottom line was the foundation for both parties to maintain tacit cooperation . Now, Ferde and the Isle of Dawn s cooperation was built on the fact that both had to face the Destruction Army . In other words, the Isle of Dawn wouldn t mess around while the humans, led by Ferde, were facing the Destruction Army . Once the Isle of Dawn felt that Ferde was a great threat, they might possibly break this tacit agreement . Eliard didn t believe this . Would they really he asked . Vance shrugged . I can t be certain, but from how they treated Evelina, they really care about their so called tradition and n.o.ble bloodline . They might even see it as a glory they must protect with their life . They re probably able to do anything if their tradition is threatened . Celine was also present, and she didn t believe it . I don t think so . There are less than three million High Elves . Once war starts, even if we sacrifice 100 men for one High Elf, we ll lose one billion people and have three billion left . The High Elves, though, would be at risk of extinction . Plus, is their tradition really that important Yes, very important, a bright voice rang out . It was Elin . She stood up on her chair, pus.h.i.+ng against the table . Her large and bright eyes were serious . Of course, to others, she looked adorable . People would want to pinch her pink cheeks . But the Magicians present wouldn t do that . They all perked up their ears to listen to Lady Fortuna . Any ancient race in Firuman would place importance on tradition, Elin said seriously . The High Elves, dragons, dwarves, and my Yabbas are all like this . Tradition is the precious experience acc.u.mulated over the years . It is the sign that guides a race s s.h.i.+p safely through the river of time . We follow these traditions to live in Firuman for longer and better However, emphasizing tradition can be both a blessing and curse . Especially when faced with a drastic change, tradition can be the biggest obstacle . At the end, Elin was a bit down . She d thought of her own race . She d predicted that a huge catastrophe would fall and encouraged her people to move south since the beginning . It had been useless though . They didn t want to leave the land that they d lived in for thousands of years . They believed that their power could save them, but in the end, they almost went extinct . Looking at everyone present, Elin said seriously, The High Elves are difficult to deal with because they re truly powerful . Their Magician army has no match, but they re easy to deal with too . They are a very steady race they won t make any risks . You can find something similar in history for everything they do . Here, Elin looked to Link . History tells us that, when faced with an existential crisis like this, the High Elves would go past any bottom line to save themselves . During the Mana catastrophe 3000 years ago, they did that . That time, their actions forced a faction to flee into a dark region and become the Dark Elves of today . Three hundred years ago during Bryant s era, the High Elves did the same thing . At that time, Bryant had the ambition to empower humans . The so called love wasn t everything to him . However, he gave up in the end . There were some secret things that were too terrifying . You know what the end result was he became one of the High Elves . Elin finished, and the Magicians in the garden all fell silent . After a pregnant pause, Link clapped . What has pa.s.sed has pa.s.sed, but the future is still uncertain . We must strengthen ourselves . The fastest way to become stronger is with the Ethereal Crystal . Not only should we use it to create more Ethereal equipment for Magicians, but we can also make them for powerful Sunlight Warriors . The more Ethereal Crystals we have, the stronger we become . Any objections Everyone present had witnessed the benefits to Ethereal Crystals . Coupled with Elin s willingness to help, it greatly reduced the risks . No one would refuse such an easy benefit . No objections, Vance said first . I am interested in the power of Ethereals, Alloa, Maiden of Truth, said . Not only can they directly help us become stronger, but the Mana structures are also abnormally intriguing . It is valuable to study . Thus, the more crystals like this, the better . Secret Girl Eleanor smiled . I pity those Ethereals, but since they like Firuman, we should let them stay here forever . Finally, Elin raised her small hand and said seriously, The Yabbas wish to join this hunt . It pa.s.sed unanimously . Link nodded . Very good . We still have to perfect the way to catch Ethereals . It isn t mature yet . Perhaps due to Link s influence as lord, the people of Ferde gradually started having the habit of doing everything efficiently . Once they decided on something, they would get to it immediately without wasting any time . Since everyone agreed now, they immediately moved from the garden to the alchemy and enchantment rooms in the Mage Tower . Everyone worked together to create a strong Ethereal catching tool . Just as Ferde was feverishly raising their strength, Bryant returned to the Isle of Dawn . Once there, he hurried to Andwar, the High Elf palace in the heart of the island, without stopping . The Isle of Dawn was less than 200 miles in radius . With Bryant s speed, the giant tree that rose into the clouds appeared in his vision two minutes later . This tree was truly huge . It was more than 600 feet tall, and the trunk was over 180 feet wide . The treetop was spread out like a giant green umbrella . Emerald light shone down from between the leaves and branches . When the light reached the air, it would turn into floating b.a.l.l.s of light . These light b.a.l.l.s spread out, some entering the dirt, others scattering into even smaller b.a.l.l.s . They kept dividing until the air had a tinge of green . This was Level 19 Natural magic Even a G.o.d couldn t see the mysteries of the World Tree . The High Elves palace was under this tree . Andwar had beautiful light purple buildings . The outer walls were covered in silver, magic veins . The ground was made of jade tiles . Along the path, there was a lamp tree every few steps, glowing softly . The entire city was mysterious, intricate, peaceful, and serene . Here, Bryant s heart, frustrated from the visit to Ferde, gradually calmed down . He knew this was the power of the tree . On the Isle of Dawn, every aged elf s last dream would be to accompany the mother tree of the world for eternity . Bryant breathed out deeply . He slowed and walked down the jade path . While walking, he organized his thoughts . By the time he reached Hierdani in Elfin, it means pavilion of starry slumber , his heart was completely at peace . He saw the queen at the entrance . Barefoot, she leaned against a lamp tree . Gazing emotionlessly at Bryant, she said, I can feel the anxiety within you . Bryant, tell me about Ferde . Bryant bowed and recounted everything that had happened . The queen listened quietly . Her brows would sometimes furrow but would quickly smooth again . When Bryant finished, she sighed . This isn t good news, but it s not the first disaster we have experienced, nor will it be the last one . Bryant, I have a secret mission for you . Surprised, Bryant said, Yes . Go to the Black Forest in the North and ensure that the northern army and human army have balanced power Do you understand Bryant bowed slightly . Yes, Your Majesty . He knew that this simple command meant that countless lives on the continent would be lost . It wouldn t be thousands or tens of thousands . In the end, it might lead to millions, close to tens of millions . But these lives would not be High Elves, so they didn t care . It wasn t the first time the High Elves would do something like this, nor would it be the last time . Everything was done for the safety of the residents of this island .