Liu Xinxin never expected it.
The prophet, a highly esteemed and influential elder of the Elf Race, surprisingly did not reside at the top of the Life Divine Tree.
Instead, they lived in an inconspicuous corner.
The robust trunk of the Life Divine Tree resembled a grand road.
Where the branches divided, there stood a small wooden cabin.
There were some flowers and grasses by the cabin, making it a tranquil and pleasant place.
After the guard brought Liu Xinxin here, they left on their own.
Liu Xinxin glanced in the direction of the small wooden cabin and started walking over.
But after taking a few steps, she suddenly heard a kind and gentle voice coming from her rear left, "Young lady, in the Human Race, whether in terms of level or profession, you must be among the top tier, right?"
Hmm?
Liu Xinxin was stunned and turned her head to look.
Only then did she notice an elderly elf woman among the flowers, watering them with a small spade.
Although she was already old, as a member of the Elf Race, it was still evident how beautiful she must have been in her youth.
"Are you the prophet?" Liu Xinxin asked.
"I am," the elderly woman stood up and casually said, "Let’s sit over there and chat. It doesn’t matter if the water bucket spills; there’s a Spiritual Spring on this Elf Divine Tree that can replenish anytime. Don’t worry about it."
A water bucket?
Liu Xinxin was a bit puzzled, thinking the elderly woman was asking her to be careful.
So Liu Xinxin sidestepped to let the elderly woman pass.
Unexpectedly, just as she did that, she accidentally knocked over a small wooden bucket behind her feet.
The small wooden bucket toppled, spilling water all over the ground.
Liu Xinxin was dumbfounded.
She excelled at data calculation and preferred seeing to believing, rather than hearing.
But what was this now?
Foreseeing the future?
This elf prophet is amazing!
"You... you can foresee the future?" Liu Xinxin asked in astonishment.
The elderly woman merely chuckled.
And said, "The future? The future is elusive, but the wonder lies in it. If I didn’t remind you, would you still have bumped into the bucket? Would the predetermined future still come true?"
Honestly, it’s a bit abstract.
"Come, sit here, young lady," the elderly woman pointed to a few small wooden stools beside her and said.
Liu Xinxin obliged.
The elderly woman sat facing Liu Xinxin.
Once seated, she introduced herself, "My name is Hayley, and I am the prophet of the Elf Race. What is your name, young lady?"
Liu Xinxin," Liu Xinxin replied truthfully.
In her mind, though, she was thinking, didn’t you already know?
But at the same time.
She remembered!
This Hayley was not only the prophet of the Elf Race but also the grand elder of the Elf Council!
A genuine figure of prominence within the Elf Race!
Hayley poured Liu Xinxin a cup of water.
Then she said:
"Elf High Priest, this profession exists within the Elf Race, but their abilities are far inferior to your Human Race’s transformed professionals."
"This matter concerns the life and death of the Elf Race; hence, the entire race is summoned."
"That child Tina should have already informed you, though with her personality, she likely didn’t say it outright."
"It is understandable you are curious about the details of the event."
...
Without Liu Xinxin having to state it explicitly, Hayley had already guessed Liu Xinxin’s thoughts thoroughly.
Liu Xinxin nodded and said, "I do want to know what exactly happened. Following the Elf Queen to battle tomorrow? If the Elf Queen personally takes part in the battle, it’s certainly not a small affair."
It concerns the life and death of the Elf Race, which is not an overstatement.
Hayley nodded.
She continued:
"That child Tina was born over five hundred years ago as a highborn elf from the Life Divine Tree. The Human Race back then, and the Human Race after the world became data-driven like you, were different in some ways. I hold no prejudice against humans, but that child Tina, having gone through a few unequal transactions with humanity, so even though you’ve transformed into an Elf Race professional, the impure elf bloodline will still be criticized by Tina; this is understandable."
Having explained the Elf Queen’s bias towards the Human Race.
Hayley continued, "The Elf Race is dependent on the Life Divine Tree, but eight hundred years ago, before Tina was born, the Elf Race split into two factions."
One faction advocated for peace, quietly living within the Elf Race territory.
The other faction was belligerent, believing in invading Human Race territory to expand the Elf Race’s influence.
This story sounds cliché, but it is indeed the case.
The two factions eventually went through a great war.
The defeated faction was expelled from the Elf Race territory.
"Without the nourishment of the Life Divine Tree, the expelled Elf Race began to degenerate, falling into Dark Elves, no longer worshiping the Goddess of Life."
"But the remaining Elf Race did not fare well either. The two great sources for the Elf Race: one is the Life Divine Tree, and the other is the Magic Stone."
"The expelled Dark Elves stole the Magic Stone needed to sustain the Life Divine Tree’s growth."
"The Magic Stone has no use for the Dark Elves, and over the years, the Life Divine Tree has gradually withered."
"As the Elf Queen, Tina’s lifelong dream has been to retrieve the Magic Stone, to rejuvenate the Life Divine Tree."
"Otherwise, the Elf Race won’t last a hundred years."
...
Liu Xinxin’s face changed drastically upon hearing this.
She knew this was part of the task, the plot.
But she didn’t expect it to be this serious!
So she quickly asked, "What exactly is happening this time?"
Hayley smiled and said, "Tina, in order to retrieve the Magic Stone, is taking a huge risk, challenging the Dark Elves. Tomorrow at noon, the Dark Elf Queen Sillor will lead the Dark Elves to confront us."
This will be the first direct clash between Natural Elves and Dark Elves!
The stakes are the Life Divine Tree and the Magic Stone!
The true life-and-death survival of a race!
Whether it’s the Natural Elves or the Dark Elves, they know that the Life Divine Tree and the Magic Stone are indispensable!
Only the winning side will have the right to command the two sacred elf relics.
This battle sounds extremely grim, but Liu Xinxin’s expression was rather peculiar.
Dark Elves, doesn’t this align perfectly with Lu Ran’s abilities?
If a fight were to happen, Lu Ran could take down the Dark Elf Queen with just a glance!
Although she didn’t know how powerful the Dark Elf Queen was, just taking Tina as an example, Tina was the Lv. 100 highest boss of the Elf Race!
The Dark Elf Queen is likely of a similar caliber; if Lu Ran can take her down, that would make him the world’s number one companion pet!
Simultaneously, Lu Ran could directly control the entire Dark Elf tribe and retrieve the Magic Stone.
By then, Tina might even be willing to give the Elf Wings to Lu Ran!
A perfect ending for everyone!
Thinking of this, Liu Xinxin looked up at Hayley.
Took a deep breath, and said, "You are the prophet of the Elf Race, presumably having some insight into what’s to come."
Hayley pondered and said, "It’s unclear, indescribable, but if you have your own ideas, I can lend you a hand."
With that said.
She reached out and took out an Octagonal Crystal Badge.
And said, "This is the identity badge of the Elf Special Envoy. For Humans, possession of this gives them the authority to enter the Elf Race territory, which is what you Human professionals call the territory dungeon access."
Just as expected!
This Hayley indeed had some resources!
"Understood, with this Elf Race crisis, we will surely turn danger into safety!"
Receiving the identity badge of the Elf Special Envoy, Liu Xinxin earnestly declared.
She had originally been worried about pulling Lu Ran into the situation, never expecting the matter to be resolved so easily!
And Lu Ran, in this wave, could also take off with glory!