Adrian could not bear to see the full destruction of Neo Alfheim. His best friend also needs to help his master. It seems that whatever weapon pierced Elder Willow has been dipped in the poison. Thankfully, it only made his regeneration weak and healing magic ineffective on him or else he would be dead by now. .
The elves that served Makiling went with other evacuees to the next city that is safe. Reinforcements from the empire did arrive but the city is already in chaos and disarray. The mission to subjugate the monsters that entered the city became a rescue mission instead.
The empire soldiers entered the city but could only form a defensive perimeter at the outskirts of the city. They could not easily go to the heart of the city because the giant living sludge is there. One could easily see that there should be no one safe from that monster.
“Everyone, you must leave the city in under 40 hours. We shall bombard the city with a destructive spell. The emperor has decreed that the city of Neo Alfheim has to be erased from the map. All evacuees must head to the next city for treatment and aid. No one is permitted to return to the city at all cost.” A female human that looks like a knight commander decreed.
The hearts of the evacuees sunk when they heard that announcement as all of their hard work went down the drain. They could not save their livelihood especially the local businesses. They are basically bankrupt and would need to live off their relatives if they even have one outside of Neo Alfheim.
Some adults would have to slave away in mines or doing dirty jobs. The children who no longer have parents would go to orphanages. Some of the teens that can fight will become adventurers or they might go the wrong path.
This day is especially a truth bombshell to players. This is their first incident in which a major city actually got destroyed. Adrian can see that this game simulated reality as wars always led to death and destruction. Some would say that this was not a war because monsters are the one that led the city to destruction but Adrian knows the truth.
Adrian knows that those hiding in the shadows can no longer hide and move sneakily. The next war with the dark gods might not be far ahead. The scariest thing in his mind is that some of the dark gods are sealed in the main world. The inhabitants of Pandemonium are scattered enough as it is and now an unseen threat is added to the mix.
Adrian beckoned Levin Cloud to come with him instead of going to the next city. Elder Willow might be targeted if they just go to a normal city. Adrian feared that a nurse or priest in the next city is an enemy and kill Elder Willow when they are not guarding him.
Even Elder Willow could not be healed by normal priests so Adrian decided to bring the two to Alfheim. He cannot do it himself as he cannot perform interdimensional travel as he is not yet capable. Adrian guided Levin Cloud with Elder Willow in tow to the spatial fracture that he used to reach Neo Alfheim.
“Wait here. I need to speak to the elders about what happened to Neo Alfheim. I would also find a way to send both of you to Alfheim so do not worry. I will be back in a jiffy.” Adrian stated.
“Can’t you take us with you to the Paradox Planes?” Levin Cloud asked as even he is worried they might get jumped by monsters.
“I would if you guys can even survived there. There is no way both of you can last there as it is inhabitable to normal people. Why do you think that the Daemos chose the Paradox Planes to hide? Find a suitable nearby hiding spot as I will immediately ask for help.” Adrian replied as he entered the spatial fracture.
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Adrian hurriedly went to Ascalor’s abode and even used Teleportation to shorten the time drastically. He just barged his way into Ascalor’s home via the entrance as he cannot access it via direct teleportation. Since Ascalor is a spatial magic user, it is expected that direct teleportation will not be useable in his own home.
“Old man! We have a problem!” Adrian shouted as he barged inside Ascalor’s backyard.
Adrian suddenly stopped when he saw there were other guests in Ascalor’s house. The guests are actually individuals that Adrian knows of. In a meeting with the other elders are the Undead King Arthur, the Elder Dryad Danaya and a man that has lion ears and a mane.
“Sorry for the interruption! Please continue” Adrian stated as he bowed and waited in a corner.
The Daemos elders did not mind Adrian’s reaction because they can see messengers from the Daemos Corps waiting for them to finish the meeting. The Undead King did not mind because he also dotes on Adrian because he is his son’s friend. Elder Danaya is even waving at Adrian. The lion beastman though looks unamused but Adrian did not care.
“Do you have any other question that you would like to point out?” Ascalor asked the three visitors.
“The faekin are not opposed to your proposal but a gift of sincerity must be properly established. We want the Heart of the Forest.” Elder Dryad Danaya stated while bringing out her dignity and elegance.
“The Undead are not opposed to the idea. We owe much to the Daemos and we will gladly join you without compensation. The God of Death wishes to establish footing on the main world Nebulon but the envoy has yet to revive the church. Still even without the church, the undead will join the cause.” The Undead King Arthur stated while he radiate his kingly aura.
“I am not opposed to the idea but our race has already settled on our current home. Though what would make me change my mind is if you can help me unite all of my people.” The lion beastman stated loud and clear.
“That is a tall order even for us King of the Wild, Leones. You do know that we must not interfere much with the order of things due to our duty.” Bronx stated while crossing his arms.
“Interfere what a load of bull. You suggesting getting the council back together is interfering to the maximum degree so do not give me this no interfering nonsense.” The King of the Wild Leones rebutted.
“What we mean to say is that we the Daemos Elders cannot interfere. The Champion of the Twin Gods on the other hand is another discussion.” Koronn stated as he smiled towards Adrian.
Adrian wanted to protest but he must act in moderation because bigshots are present. Adrian wondered how Danaya and Leones could step foot on the Paradox Planes. He did not doubt the Undead King Arthur for being able to step foot because he is technically a living dead. The atmospheric difference and whatnot does not affect him in anyway.
Adrian used his evil eye and he saw that Danaya and Leones is covered by something like a veil of energy reminiscent of spatial magic. It seems whatever is cast on them lets them become immune to the changes in the surroundings.
“I must learn that magic!” Adrian thought as he still listened in on the conversation. .
“The Champion of the Twin Gods? Do you mean that brat over there?! I bet he would not be able to help even if he could come to our world. I mean look at him. He is lankier than my five year old son.” The King of the Wild Leones stated while giving a hearty laugh.
“You should never judge a demon by its cover King Leones. Even your eldest will use all her strength to defeat that brat.” Ascalor stated with a smile.
“Anyway since the champion came rushing to his elders then it must be important. Why don’t we hear his report? I bet it must be super important.” The King of the Wild Leones stated in a snarky manner.
The elders then all looked at Adrian simultaneously.
“Okay. NO PRESSURE.” Adrian thought as he stepped closer to all the elders.
“So the reason that I bolted hurriedly and like a madman is that the holy churches have fallen. Simultaneous attacks in all main headquarters of the holy churches have been made. The Church of Life is the one that took a big hit as the tree of life is dying and Neo Alfheim is being infested by monsters.” Adrian stated without even stuttering.
The look of disbelief can be seen on the Daemos Elders and even the visitors. Ascalor immediately called upon the messenger if what Adrian said is true and sure enough it was. The Daemos planted on the each of the churches all submitted the same statement as Adrian. Some of them are even heavily injured.
“So maybe I can ask for a favor. A really big favor from Elder Danaya.” Adrian stated but no one is listening to him as they are busy assessing the first information that he stated.
“What do they want? Why did they attack the holy churches?” Ascalor muttered.
“Apparently they want to take the fragment of something. What was it called again? Byadoora…Byuduo. Ah! Byagoona. An elder of the Church of Life said that they wanted to get the fragment for the medallion of Byagoona.” Adrian stated and then the faces of the Daemos elders became heavy.
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