Chapter: Chapter 317: Gabriel’s Method
Chapter 317: Gabriel’s Method
“This is an order.” Seeing Mia still hesitating, Nobody Does Human Things immediately put on a serious expression, his voice becoming much sterner, which made Mia shiver.
“Yes! Understood!”
Mia stood tall, fists clenched to her chest, and subconsciously gave Nobody Does Human Things a non-standard military salute.
“My lord, I will swear to protect this Space Ring with my life.” Her pretty face, slightly flushed, was full of seriousness and solemnity; there was no need to question if her words would stand the test of time.
“Just don’t get yourself killed, I can’t resurrect you…” Nobody Does Human Things muttered, not paying much attention to Mia’s oath, assuming she was simply expressing gratitude and excitement upon receiving the Space Ring.
After all, for these soldier NPCs.
A Space Ring was already a very precious item.
The Emerald Fortress’s military road was very wide, so wide that four carriages could even drive side-by-side. The towers in the distance were black silhouettes against the moonlight, and around them, various Foreigners walked and talked with their retinues, passing by them.
Mia followed closely behind Nobody Does Human Things. She wore the Space Ring on her middle finger, her gentle gaze fixed on the figure ahead. Starlight fell into her pale blue eyes, like stubborn sparks shining in the dying embers.
The aroma of food permeated the air. Unknowingly, they had arrived at the food preparation area of the Emerald Fortress. Torches illuminated the surroundings brightly, and soldiers were performing rough dances not far away.
“Do you want to eat Roasted Beef?” Nobody Does Human Things held a meal box in each hand. Although his tone was questioning, he handed one directly to Mia.
Mia looked at the large portion of Roasted Beef in her hand.
The tender prairie beef was reddish-brown, clearly well-seasoned. It was adorned with some potatoes and coriander, and rich gravy flowed among the rice, with the aroma of meat wafting under her nose.
Ever since the King of Winter arrived at the Emerald Fortress.
The fortress’s meals had become progressively better.
Mia disliked coriander. Its strong flavor, although masking the gamey smell of beef, would irritate her sensitive nose.
However, this time she did not refuse.
She smiled, accepted the large bowl of Roasted Beef rice, thanked him softly, and then began to eat heartily.
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It was still dark when the King of Winter summoned Gabriel. She sat up and looked out the window. The sky was a hazy gray, with dark silhouettes of distant mountains. All was silent around.
“Does this man even sleep?”
Gabriel sighed helplessly. Although she was one of the Church of Light’s top combat forces, she was still very accustomed to a normal life.
Eating normally, sleeping normally.
Not constantly busy with her eyes wide open, not sleeping at all.
She rubbed her eyes and walked out of her room, her body staggering slightly in the cold early morning before dawn. A Dragon Blood warhorse with a snow-white coat was quietly grazing by the house. It was the mount assigned to her by the King of Winter, named “Snow Refiner.”
The King of Winter was currently riding a Dragon Blood warhorse with a jet-black coat. He wore bright silver armor carved with dragon patterns and luxurious brown mink gloves. A large red cape on his back trailed to the warhorse’s waist, making him look heroic and majestic.
His cape always seemed this way, a vibrant red like flames.
As if it were brand new.
“Does the Saintess of the Church of Light also have morning grumpiness?” Xi Wei’s voice carried a hint of amusement. He did not turn around, but it seemed he had already heard her impatience from her footsteps.
“A Saintess is also a person, and people have emotions.”
Gabriel stroked Snow Refiner’s bright silver mane. It was a horse with great temperament. Its gray coat was like the winter sea, and its silver-white mane always reminded Gabriel of moonlight on a summer night.
She mounted the horse, gently flicked the reins, and arrived beside the King of Winter.
The two Dragon Blood warhorses were clearly close, already nuzzling each other, exchanging glances and whispers.
“So, Your Majesty King, what is it you need me for so early in the morning?”
The cold wind blowing in her face sobered Gabriel up a bit. The Emerald Fortress was closer to the Northern Territory, colder than Karari’s Royal City, especially during the transition between day and night, as if winter had arrived early.
“We’ll talk as we go.” Xi Wei’s breath plumed in the cold air.
“Some matters may only be solvable by you. After all, everyone in your Church of Light is a master at slaying Undead.”
Gabriel did not reply to the compliment. She rode her horse behind the King of Winter.
The two of them rode out of the city gate along the Emerald Fortress’s military road, galloping towards the Emerald Forest. Only when they reached a low hillside did the King of Winter gradually slow his horse.
At this moment, the Emerald Fortress was far behind them.
It was square.
Like a dark, Gloomy matchbox.
The faint morning light illuminated the direction the King of Winter was facing.
In the distance, the World Tree soared into the clouds, like a giant pillar connecting heaven and earth. Unfortunately, its lush crown had long since withered, leaving only solitary branches emitting a faint golden light.
“Your Majesty King, is it necessary to come this far to discuss matters?” Gabriel rode her horse to Xi Wei’s front, her silver-white hair obscuring his view of the World Tree. The beautiful Saintess of the church parted her ruby lips slightly, her tone a mix of humor and teasing. “Or, do you want to take this opportunity to do something to me alone?”
“You know nothing!” Xi Wei rolled his eyes.
“Blood Ravens have already appeared above the Emerald Fortress. Those are things Undead use to scout information. If they overhear what we’re discussing, they’ll be prepared in advance, and our efforts will be in vain.”
“I see,” Gabriel pursed her lips and smiled.
“However, any other actions you take in the Emerald Fortress later will also be known to the Undead. Coming out to discuss this now is just like drinking poison to quench thirst.”
“I know that,” Xi Wei pouted. “That’s why I’m looking for you. Do you have any methods to kill a Legendary Ghost Dragon? Although Angus will attack the Emerald Fortress, the Moonlight Sacred Well’s effect on the Undead might be minimal.”
Speaking of business, Gabriel’s expression also became serious. She rubbed her chin with her fair fingers, her golden eyes flickering slightly as various complex information flashed through her mind.
“There is a method, but with only a forty percent chance of success. Even if it can’t be killed, it can be heavily wounded.”
Gabriel looked up again, meeting the King of Winter’s ocean-blue eyes.
In those eyes, she saw not only herself but also immense Killing Intent and the King of Winter’s wild ambition.
“However,” she paused, a playful smile gracing her lips.
“This method requires the help of the Elves… I’m afraid they might not be too willing to help you…”
“After all, when you signed the contract before, you didn’t give the Elven Empress a very good look, my King.”
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