Volume 2: Empire Chapter 85: Moon Lake
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The ancestors of the tribes in the Western Territory all came from the Grasslands of the Ancients. At that time, under the selfless irrigation and nourishment of the World Tree, the Grasslands of the Ancients had the most fertile land in the entire Western Territory. Therefore, the World Tree became the totem of the hearts of the tribes in the Western Territory, and was worshiped and protected.
The grasslands of our ancestors became a brilliant civilization in ancient times.
However, the ancient grassland civilization nurtured by the World Tree lagged behind the five ancient civilizations. In the ancient war that affected the entire world, the ancient grasslands were involved. The grassland tribes were slaughtered and the World Tree was burned and destroyed.
Thousands of years have passed, and only the stump and some branches scattered on the grassland are left of the world tree that once blocked out the sun. They are called the World Tree Relics.
The World Tree Main Relics is located in the middle of the Ancestors' Grassland. It is the stump of the World Tree, with a maximum diameter of 1,500 meters and a maximum height of 600 meters. The outer layer of bark petrified to form a circle of rings, surrounding a lake in the middle.
The lake has a beautiful name, Moon Lake, because at night the shadow of the moon on the lake is very large, and when the moon is full, it can occupy one-third of the lake surface. Looking down from the crater at night, it is easy to be intoxicated by the beautiful moon shadow.
The overflowing lake water formed more than ten waterfalls of varying sizes around the crater. Some were trickling streams; some were surging streams as wide as a hundred meters; and some gushed out from the cracks in the rocks like a dragon's breath.
The waterfalls converge into a river that flows into the distance, with grassland barbarian tribes scattered on both sides of the river.
In the barbarian tribes, whether they are elves, orcs, halflings, goblins, dwarves... they still abide by the duties passed down by their ancestors and guard the World Tree.
However, the remaining power of the World Tree is constantly weakening.
When the World Tree truly dies, the ancient grassland it created will also be buried by wind and sand.
When the survivors guarding here accepted the reality and prepared to accompany the World Tree on its final journey, the carrier eagle brought a message from the East.
A fierce war song who traveled around the world returned, bringing with her a method to revive the World Tree, and awakened part of the World Tree's power through a World Tree relic.
Now that part of the power of the World Tree has transformed into an ancient tree man, and is walking towards the remains of the World Tree Master...
Ancient tree man!
They were extraordinary creatures that lived in symbiosis with the World Tree, but since the World Tree was destroyed, all the ancient tree people also died.
Have ancient tree people really been awakened?
Is the World Tree saved?
The news swept through all the tribes near the World Tree Lord's ruins like a tide. Members of all tribes walked out of their tents or caves, vying to guess the authenticity of the news.
After all, our ancestors once tried to revive the World Tree, but all failed without exception. Is this news true or false?
But more and more carrier eagles flew from the east, and all the news they brought confirmed that the ancient tree man really existed and was coming here.
Its footsteps are heavy and steady, and its lush branches and leaves are full of vitality. It is a true ancient tree man, a healthy ancient tree man.
The spirits that revived it are coming together.
Her name is Qingkong, a fierce war song among the grassland elves. When she was young, she left the grassland of the ancestors to find a way to revive the world tree. Now she is back, she has become the chief of the Yuesong tribe, bringing hope to the grassland of the ancestors.
Then more and more elves came riding fast horses. The horses were so tired that they fell to the ground and foamed at the mouth. The elves were so tired that they almost fainted, but their excitement made them excitedly tell what they saw.
It's the ancient tree man!
It really is the ancient tree man!
It is coming here, coming here with the elf clear sky!
The whole grassland was boiling.
The tribal leaders immediately sent out their most powerful warriors to protect the ancient tree people. The small groups of cavalry gathered into a large cavalry tide and rushed towards the east.
All the remaining people are ready to welcome the ancient tree man and the elf clear sky.
In the following days, barbarian tribes from far away gathered towards the World Tree Ruins, and tents were added one after another on the grass. Everyone waited nervously, even the dwarves who loved drinking and having fun stood in the open space all day looking towards the east.
The sky was filled with the densest flock of hawks on the grasslands of the ancestors, and cavalrymen came one after another to report the news. Although they all brought the same news, people still listened to the news they and other tribes got.
Where did the ancient tree people go?
How strong and beautiful is it? How many branches, how many knots, how many branches, how many leaves does it have?
Every piece of news can cause people to talk for a long time.
In addition to discussing the ancient tree people, the elven clear sky is also a major topic among the tribe.
When did she leave the ancient grasslands? Which fierce war song tribe was she born into? What did she experience during her travels? How powerful is she?
The days pass by one by one in anticipation.
One morning, there were no more hawks flying across the sky, and no more cavalrymen galloping back. Silence enveloped the grassland.
People who realized something spontaneously rode their mounts and gathered towards the east. Everyone stood up straight and looked towards the direction where the sun was rising. No one used magic or skills to increase their vision. All of them greeted the arrival of hope with the most pious attitude.
Soon the ground began to shake, and a large group of cavalry appeared from the horizon of the grassland. Under the scorching sun, a tall tree could be seen, surrounded by cavalry and walking towards this side.
It's the ancient tree man!
It really is the ancient tree man!
It's coming this way!
A horn was blown, and then trumpeters from all the tribes took out their horns and blew triumphal tunes.
The long sound formed a wave that spanned thousands of years...
Qingkong rode on a camel and walked beside the ancient tree man. The leading cavalry spread out to the two wings, letting them be at the front of the team.
Not far ahead was the welcoming team. Different races were riding different mounts: horses, camels, pack animals, direwolves, velociraptor lizards... The team stretched to both sides with no end in sight.
Behind the welcoming team was the towering crater of the World Tree Lord's ruins. The sun shone on the gray mountain walls, and silver waterfalls flowed down.
Seeing this scenery again, Qingkong couldn't help but be moved by its grandeur, wondering what the World Tree looked like in the past.
The ancient tree man never stopped, and walked towards the crater. Wherever he passed, the barbarians automatically made way for him and bowed their heads to salute him. The ancient tree man did not stop for anyone, and every step he took brought up large pieces of soil, which was full of new grass sprouts.
Qingkong stopped her camel in front of an old elf on horseback. She lifted her hood to reveal her face, revealing the pattern on her cheeks, and then saluted the old elf: "The World Tree blesses you, High Priest Golan. I am the elf Qingkong, the chief of the Fierce War Song Moon Song Tribe. The ceremony to revive the World Tree is about to begin. Please lead the Fierce War Song with the priests and chiefs to maintain order."
High Priest Golan wore a crown of thorns, which represented his status as a high priest. His skin was like dry bark. His eyes were covered with a layer of cloudy film, and he observed the fierce war song elf in front of him with another vision.
"Child, the Fierce War Song is at your disposal. What do you need us to do?"
Qingkong looked at the ancient tree man who had gone far away, and said to High Priest Golan: "The revival of the World Tree will form a tide in Moon Lake. At that time, the World Tree cannot control the mountain torrents. It is too dangerous for so many people to gather here. They must be evacuated to a place far away from the river and the crater."
High Priest Golan ordered the elves behind him to evacuate the barbarians gathered here by the Fierce War Song Organization away from the crater.
Then he asked Qingkong: "Is there anything else you want us to do?"
"When the World Tree revives, it will expel the mysterious energy that has penetrated into its roots. This mysterious energy will transform into monsters that attack the newly grown branches of the World Tree. The Fierce Battle Song can walk on the surface of Moon Lake and is responsible for destroying all the monsters expelled by the World Tree's roots.
Those monsters are very powerful, try to pick powerful and fierce battle songs. "
High Priest Golan sent elves to notify all tribes of the Fierce War Song and send their best warriors into Moon Lake to prepare for battle.
"Chief Qingkong, other barbarians also have very powerful warriors. They must also hope to participate in this great ceremony and bring glory to their tribes."
Qingkong knew that the honor of protecting the World Tree could not be monopolized by the Fierce War Song.
The revival of the World Tree means that the scattered barbarians in the West will gradually unite together. After these warriors participate in protecting the World Tree, they will form the Moonlight Knights and become the guards of the Moonlight Court.
High Priest Golan was able to think of what would happen in the future so quickly, and he is worthy of being the wise man of the Fierce War Song.
Qingkong said indifferently: "Of course, the stronger the power to protect the young branches of the World Tree, the better. I have been away from the Ancient Grassland for too long and am already unfamiliar with this place. I will leave the selection of warriors to you."
"Please rest assured, Chief Qingkong."
Qingkong led her team forward and followed the ancient tree man to climb up the crater.
Surrounded by craters, the surface of Moon Lake is smooth and clean without a single ripple. A huge spring in the middle of the lake gushes upward, but the surface of the lake seems to be still, with ripples that disappear after a few ripples.
The roots of the ancient tree man could easily penetrate into the rocks, and the steep mountain wall did not cause any obstacles for it. It walked along the mountain wall to the top of the mountain, came to the lake, and walked into the lake without stopping.
The ancient tree man who entered Moon Lake did not sink. Instead, he walked steadily on the lake surface with his feet full of roots, as if there was something supporting him underneath the lake surface. He walked towards the spring, and ripples rose under his feet and quickly disappeared.
At this time, Fierce War Song and other barbarian warriors appeared from all directions of the crater, holding weapons in their hands and looking at the ancient tree people walking on the lake.
Behind Qingkong, the half-orc Kelhain was breathing rapidly, holding the knife in both hands. His excitement made him unable to control his muscles, and the knife was shaking violently in his hand.
"I never thought that I would be able to participate in this battle. If I can survive to the end, I must bring this honor to my mother and take her away from the tribe and back to her hometown."
The sheriff jumped out of Jennifer's pocket and turned into an ocelot. He dipped his front paws in the lake water, then quickly took them back with disdain, and said to Qingkong with resentment: "Miss Qingkong, you know cats hate water the most. Can I wait for you on the shore? Anyway, my fighting power is nothing to you."
Qingkong stepped into the lake. Her ferocious war song bloodline allowed her to walk on this special lake.
She walked towards the center of the lake and said to the sheriff, "The revival of the World Tree will surely bring down blessings. Whoever kills more monsters will receive more blessings, and will also receive a participation award on the shore."
Hearing that he could receive the blessing of the World Tree, the sheriff's lazy body instantly straightened up. With his claws exposed, he bared his teeth and said, "Ms. Qingkong, wait for me..."
But as soon as the sheriff put his claws into the water, he immediately retracted them. A cat's fear of water is not so easy to overcome.
At this time, Jennifer took out a pendant and put it around the sheriff's neck: "This is a prop made by Miss Qingkong, called 'Lingbo', which allows you to walk on the water."
The sheriff, wearing the pendant, stretched out his claws toward the lake again. This time, his claws did not go into the water, but stepped on the water surface. Seeing that he could really walk on the water, the sheriff rushed forward and chased after the clear sky.
He knew that following Qingkong would not only be safe but also allow him to get big profits.
Jennifer took out another "Lingbo" pendant and gave it to Kalhain: "This is made for you by Miss Qingkong."
"Thank you Miss Qingkong, thank you Miss Jennifer." Kalhain took the pendant and put it around his neck. He tried it again and found that he could really step on the lake, so he quickly chased after Qingkong.
Jennifer took out another "Lingbo" pendant and looked at Modesty.
Modesti held the scimitar and said with a smile: "You don't have to give me this thing, I am also a fierce war song."
After saying that, Modesti walked forward directly on the lake.
Jennifer put the Lingbo pendant on herself and quickly caught up with the team.
In other directions, the elves of the fierce war songs entered the Moon Lake one after another. The warriors of other barbarian tribes walked on the surface of the lake if they had spells and props, and those who didn't had stayed on the shore.
Soon, every warrior took up a position on the surface and shore of Moon Lake. Outside the crater, the barbarians retreated to a distance and silently prayed for the World Tree.
The ancient tree man walked to the location of the Moon Lake spring, and a force instantly pulled him underwater. The surging spring water stopped surging at this moment and formed a downward vortex.
The vortex was flowing rapidly, and a bottomless black hole appeared in the center of the vortex. The black hole grew larger and larger, and soon expanded into a hole with a diameter of ten meters.
Looking down from above, you can see a little green flashing in the dark underground space.
Qingkong said to the warriors around him: "After I go down, the mysterious energy will float up and be discharged. Your task is to guard this cave entrance and do your best to prevent the monsters from rushing in.
The young branches of the World Tree are very fragile. If you want them to grow, you must not let them get hurt..."
After saying that, Qingkong jumped into the black hole, leaving the sheriff dumbfounded at the entrance of the hole.
