Chapter 2265 Arch-Guarding Ceremony <TOC> Chapter 2267 Stepping into the Depths of the Forest
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“You are not qualified.”
Parlysania’s words were definitive, and Angel initially thought it involved issues of class rigidity or other secrets. However, after listening to Parlysania’s further explanations, he realized the reason was quite simple: insufficient strength.
Parlysania and Nemeti were born in the same era, their birthplace being the Lost Forest. Thus, they knew each other from their time as sprites.
However, due to differences in talent and subsequent experiences, their strengths ended up vastly different.
Yet, this disparity in strength did not affect their friendship, evident from Parlysania’s continued residence in the Lost Forest.
Moreover, Parlysania once lived at the heart of the Lost Forest for a long time.
But six hundred years ago, Nemeti suddenly informed Parlysania that it would enter seclusion to reach a higher realm. Parlysania naturally supported Nemeti’s decision. However, as Nemeti entered seclusion, a majestic aura spread from its location.
The Lost Forest already had a powerful aura, and at that time, Parlysania could ignore it through its own strength. But now, as the pressure increased daily without end, Parlysania began to struggle.
Parlysania couldn’t consult Nemeti, who was in seclusion, and had to endure on its own.
After enduring for more than three hundred years, Parlysania finally retreated, unable to withstand the increasingly terrifying pressure, and moved from the core of the Lost Forest to its current location.
Parlysania knew that the aura Nemeti emitted was a result of surpassing a certain limit of strength, which would naturally radiate.
Although Nemeti could contain its aura, doing so was mentally exhausting.
Therefore, Nemeti chose to live alone in the Lost Forest, away from the hustle and bustle, because it didn’t have to consciously control its pressure, avoiding trouble for its kin.
Parlysania’s self-deprecating remark about “not being qualified” stemmed from its realization: if it couldn’t withstand even the unintentional aura emitted by Nemeti, what right did it have to stay in the center of the Lost Forest?
As for Angel.
In Parlysania’s view, Angel’s strength was much weaker than its own, making him even less qualified to enter.
After hearing Parlysania’s words, Angel wasn’t upset. He calmly said, “Your point isn’t wrong. In terms of energy levels, I am indeed not your equal.”
“But wizards are a group adept at creating miracles. If the energy level isn’t sufficient, it can be compensated for through various other means.”
“Tulalala~,” Parlysania scoffed, “Are you saying that with your so-called wizard methods, you can overcome the pressure from Highness Nemeti?”
“I don’t need to overcome the pressure, nor can I. I just need to be able to move freely within it.”
Parlysania noticed Angel’s calm demeanor. Such calmness wasn’t unusual on any other day, but maintaining such composure here and now spoke volumes of Angel’s absolute confidence.
At least, Angel was confident he could do as he said, meaning he had a way to move under Nemeti’s pressure.
Since Parlysania lived in the Lost Forest, it was familiar with the concept of a savior. It also knew that wizards had many methods at their disposal. Mr. Feng’s ability to save the Tidal Realm from a great disaster wasn’t because his power surpassed the world itself, but because he had many extraordinary methods.
So, while Parlysania scoffed outwardly, it was somewhat convinced inwardly that Angel, as a wizard, might indeed have some means to move freely under the pressure.
“Even if you can withstand the pressure, I won’t allow you to proceed further.”
When Parlysania spoke, the determination in its gaze was as tangible as reality itself.
Though it didn’t explicitly say so, Parlysania’s stance was clear: if Angel wished to enter the heart of the Lost Forest, he must first overcome this guardian.
“I’ll say it once more, out of respect for your shared lineage with Kalomaches, you may leave now, and I will act as if this never happened,” Parlysania stated.
“Why can’t you consider Toby’s connection and let us through?” Angel retorted. “How do you know that Highness Nemeti wouldn’t want to see us? After all, Toby is also of Kalomaches’ kin, isn’t he?”
Parlysania understood Angel’s point. If this were six hundred years ago, Parlysania wouldn’t have obstructed Angel, but now, with Nemeti in seclusion, Parlysania wouldn’t allow anyone to disturb her.
Angel noticed that although Parlysania didn’t respond, its unwavering gaze conveyed a steadfast refusal to budge.
Moreover, Angel believed that if he refused to leave, a fierce battle would inevitably ensue.
And the opponent would naturally be Parlysania.
Angel’s willingness to approach Parlysania with Toby indicated that he was not afraid to engage in battle with Parlysania.
However, he also had to consider Nemeti’s stance.
In Parlysania’s narrative, it shared a close relationship with Nemeti. However, this was merely its own account, possibly exaggerating subjective emotions, making it hard to discern the truth. Nonetheless, the undeniable fact that Nemeti allowed Parlysania to reside in the Lost Forest spoke volumes about their deep connection.
If Angel were to fight Parlysania, how would Nemeti view it? Moreover, given Parlysania’s resolute attitude, the confrontation might even escalate to a deathmatch. After all, as an elemental creature, Parlysania could resort to self-destruction to stop Angel, which would be irreversible.
Therefore, Angel did not wish for conflict.
“Have you made your decision?” Parlysania, observing Angel’s silence, slightly raised its voice.
After a moment of contemplation, Angel said, “Before I answer that question, may I ask you a few of my own?”
Parlysania paused, unsure of Angel’s intentions but didn’t refuse. Having lived in solitude for centuries, it actually longed for interaction with other beings. If Angel’s visit wasn’t for Nemeti, Parlysania would be more inclined to converse.
“You may, but I won’t answer questions I don’t wish to.”
“Of course, I respect your wishes,” Angel paused before asking his first question: “If Highness Nemeti’s consciousness wasn’t fully dormant and she was aware of my presence, do you think she would agree to see me?”
Parlysania remained silent. In its heart, it leaned towards “yes,” considering Nemeti’s profound relationship with Mr. Feng. Angel, following in Feng’s footsteps, and Toby, being a kin left by Feng——Kalomaches, these connections alone would likely prompt Nemeti to meet with Angel.
Seeing Parlysania’s silence, Angel didn’t mind and proceeded with the second question: “The same question as before, but with a premise set six hundred years ago, not now. Do you think Highness Nemeti would have agreed to see me then?”
After a long silence, Parlysania nodded: “Possibly.”
Angel’s smile hinted at his satisfaction; essentially, his two questions were the same. He aimed to discern the primary reason behind Parlysania’s resistance. At the same time, he hoped to encourage Parlysania to consider the situation from Nemeti’s perspective rather than its own.
Angel continued, “Next question, if I were to venture deeper into the Lost Forest, do you think it would disturb Highness Nemeti’s seclusion?”
Parlysania promptly replied, “Certainly.”
“And what about you? If you were to go deeper into the Lost Forest, would you disturb Highness Nemeti’s seclusion?”
Parlysania hesitated for a moment before saying, “It shouldn’t be a problem. I’ve been in the depths of the Lost Forest for three hundred years, and I’ve never disturbed Highness Nemeti.”
Upon hearing this answer, Angel slightly smiled and said, “Then, would it disturb Highness Nemeti if you and I entered the depths of the Lost Forest together?”
“Us, together?” Parlysania furrowed its brows and did not answer directly but instead asked, “What exactly are you trying to say?”
Angel didn’t beat around the bush and directly stated, “I know the reason you don’t allow me into the Lost Forest is because you don’t trust me, fearing that I might disturb Highness Nemeti’s seclusion.”
“Then, how about I go with you? I’ll stay with you the whole time, from start to finish, without doing anything.”
“What do you think about that?”
Parlysania pondered for a moment. Angel actually saw through it; indeed, it didn’t trust Angel. However, if Angel stayed by its side the entire time, it seemed it could accept that.
Yet, even if Angel followed it into the depths of the Lost Forest, Parlysania was certain it would never lead Angel to the place where Highness Nemeti was in seclusion.
So, Parlysania was a bit puzzled, “What’s the point of doing this?”
Angel replied, “What’s the point? Think about the first question I asked you.”
The first question… If Highness Nemeti was not in deep slumber and sensed my presence, do you think Highness Nemeti would meet me?
Parlysania said, “…You want Highness Nemeti to sense your presence?”
Angel nodded, “Exactly as I said before. If I enter the depths of the Lost Forest, I will follow you and not disturb Highness Nemeti’s seclusion. But if she senses my presence on her own and is willing to meet me, you can’t stop her, right?”
This was Angel’s plan, and all of this was predicated on the fact that although Highness Nemeti was in seclusion, she still reacted to the outside world.
Angel was also somewhat confident about this.
Previously, Lush Groot clearly stated that when it advanced to a monarch three hundred years ago, it had invited Highness Nemeti to the celebration. Although Highness Nemeti did not meet Lush Groot directly, she sent a message of congratulations.
This showed that although Highness Nemeti was in seclusion, she was not completely detached from worldly affairs.
Therefore, Angel judged that if he, as an “outsider,” intruded into Highness Nemeti’s alert zone, namely the depths of the Lost Forest, Highness Nemeti would definitely sense his presence.
As long as Highness Nemeti paid attention to him, Angel was confident that Highness Nemeti would come to meet him.
After thinking it over, Parlysania felt that Angel’s proposal was actually quite good, but it still hesitated, “Letting Highness Nemeti sense your presence itself is a disturbance to Highness Nemeti’s seclusion.”
Angel responded, “By that logic, your long stay at the core of the Lost Forest was also a disturbance to Highness Nemeti’s seclusion, wasn’t it? Double standards won’t do.”
At this point, Parlysania had nothing to say, but it still didn’t make a decision right away.
Seeing this, Angel murmured with a seemingly helpless tone, “Is it really good to make decisions for others under the guise of concern? Are you really sure that when Highness Nemeti wakes up from her seclusion and finds out that you drove me and Toby away, she will agree with your actions?”
Parlysania took what Angel said to heart.
It felt that everything Angel said seemed right, but doing so seemed to contradict its initial steadfastness. What was its initial steadfastness again?
Parlysania felt it had been led into a circle by Angel.
Finally, it sighed deeply, “Alright, I acknowledge what you’ve said.”
Angel quickly put away his previous grievances and said with a smile, “Shall we go now?”
Parlysania waved its branches and replied, “Although I agree with your point of view, to do as you suggest, the premise is that we enter the depths of the Lost Forest together. But as I said before, I don’t have the qualifications to enter.”
“I can grant you the qualifications,” Angel said. “I can take you in.”
Parlysania was somewhat incredulous: “Can you really take me into the depths of the Lost Forest?”
“Really, I have a spell that can make the oppressive pressure ignore your presence.”
Parlysania asked, “You’re not going to revoke this spell once I enter the Lost Forest and drive me out, are you?”
“I won’t. I can make a vow,” Angel assured.
Parlysania looked deeply at Angel and said, “Alright, I believe you. Let’s skip the vow, but if we really enter the depths of the Lost Forest, you cannot leave my sight at will.”
“Of course,” Angel smiled.
…
After the plan was confirmed, Parlysania did not dawdle and directly emerged from the ground.
At this moment, Toby once again understood why Angel had said that Parlysania’s true body was definitely not small.
Parlysania pulled out hundreds of meters of roots from the earth, and these roots were not just one or two; they were like world-ending serpents, showing off their presence with a menacing air.
As these roots emerged from the ground, the entire land trembled and churned as if a dragon were turning over beneath it.
Once all the roots were pulled out of the ground, Parlysania’s form began to change drastically. First, its size shrank, and then its roots began to entangle slowly, eventually forming two alien “legs” that supported Parlysania’s standing and walking.
When everything was finished, Parlysania had transformed into a tree person about three meters tall.
Moreover, similar to Lush Groot before, after transforming into a tree person, the wrinkles on Parlysania’s trunk visibly decreased, and with colorful paint traces on its trunk, it looked not only much younger but also somewhat whimsical.
The transformed tree person Parlysania looked at Angel: “Let’s go, I’ll take you to the depths of the Lost Forest.”
Chapter 2265 Arch-Guarding Ceremony <TOC> Chapter 2267 Stepping into the Depths of the Forest