CHAPTER 661: CHAPTER 406: TURN THE TABLES

That evening, a sandstorm swept across the Four Winds Plains at the southern end of the Queldorei Continent.

Thalys, upon hearing the news of his teacher’s remains, rushed back from the Four Winds Plains in a flurry.

He dashed into Orelana’s study, neglecting formalities, and asked, "Are the teacher’s remains truly within the seal of the Heath Mountains?"

In the study, Lu Heng, Orelana, Fiona, and other high-ranking members of the Elf Clan were discussing the next plan.

Orelana, upon seeing the teacher return, stood up to comfort him: "Don’t be too anxious. The current intelligence suggests that there is an elf’s remains within the seal beneath the Heath Mountains. It’s highly likely to be Commander Santos, but we cannot confirm the authenticity of the news yet."

Since the seal is located under Xiling City, which is built around the Moon Well in the Heath Mountains, there’s no way to confirm if the remains of the previous generation Elf Sword Saint, Santos, are inside the seal unless it’s opened.

Although confirmation is not possible, Thalys had already convinced himself: "There must be no mistake; Teacher Santos entered the Moon Well of the Heath Mountains to clear the Abyss Pollution Source and never returned. He must still be in there."

Now, upon receiving this news, a strong determination arose within him.

"I must retrieve the teacher’s remains and let him return to nature," Thalys expressed solemnly.

Everyone present sensed the firmness in his tone.

This was a student’s remembrance and respect for his mentor, something impossible to oppose.

However, opening the seal isn’t so easy.

It was a seal set by the previous Elf King Talnas and the Arcane Army. Unless the three statues of the Anti-Demon Alliance Commanders are retrieved to activate the seal, it’s difficult to open it.

Moreover, there’s an even bigger problem to face now.

The Moon Well in Xiling City was sealed because it was contaminated by the Abyss. After three hundred years, this Abyss Pollution Source likely hasn’t disappeared with time and is probably still present.

Once the seal is opened, the Abyss Pollution Source inside will inevitably gush out. If the spread of the pollution source can’t be stopped, the situation might spiral out of control.

Everyone understands how risky this venture is, but Thalys holds such a high position among the elves that not even Queen Orelana easily opposes him.

After contemplating for a moment, she said, "This matter involves too many implications; it requires careful deliberation."

Though she said this, the Abyss Battlefield has already been opened, leaving little time to delay.

At this moment, the Golden Tree outside the courtyard grew vines, weaving them into the form of Forester Seren.

This is a doppelgänger magic from the Natural Magic system, not much combat prowess, but it can be seen as the embodiment of Seren’s will.

The vine-woven Seren walked into the study, joining the discussion: "I’ve already learned of the situation. We all respect Commander Santos, but opening the seal now is too dangerous; even if we plan to open it, meticulous planning is needed."

Among the elves, only Seren’s status and position could challenge Thalys now.

Thalys, not rashly reckless, pondered for a moment and said, "I understand the crisis at hand and agree meticulous planning is necessary, but I still insist on opening the seal."

Seren followed up with, "Are you confident in handling the Abyss Pollution Source that might surge forth once the seal is opened?"

"This..." Thalys indeed lacked confidence.

In truth, Thalys excelled in swordsmanship, in direct confrontation with demons.

In terms of pollution purification, Seren was actually more proficient.

Seren posed another challenge: "If the Bone Sovereign appears after we open the seal and takes the remains of Commander Santos, what then?"

With a clenched right fist, Thalys declared with determination, "Even at the cost of my life, I will not let the teacher’s remains fall into the hands of an Evil God."

Seren responded, "Putting your life on the line means... you actually aren’t confident, just driven by passion and courage."

Thalys found himself unable to refute.

This time they’re facing an Evil Demigod; if the three commanders of the elves were present, they might have the power to oppose them.

With the Abyss invading the Queldorei Continent, pure Moon Wells have become increasingly scarce, and the magic spring water available to elves has decreased, reducing the average magic level of the elves significantly.

Compared to the times of the three commanders, the elves’ strength has greatly diminished.

So, when Seren posed this question, Thalys could only hang his head in silent contemplation.

Thalys is no longer at an impulsive, reckless age; he has witnessed the three-century transformation of the elves, growing from an elf knight who lost his teacher and homeland into an Elf Sword Saint now bearing the fate of the entire elf civilization.

After calmly thinking, he asked, "So, are you all against opening the seal?"

The high-ranking elves present fell silent; silence didn’t necessarily mean opposition but rather a lack of certainty, unable to make a decision for the moment.

Thalys sighed, although he harbored this determination in his heart, rationality reminded him that doing so was indeed dangerous and could possibly doom the elven roots.

Hearing his barely audible sigh, Lu Heng considered for a moment and asked, "May I share my thoughts?"

After all, this matter concerned the elf clan’s fate, and as a summons, Lu Heng’s human positioning couldn’t allow him to decide for them.

Orelana nodded and replied, "Of course, please go ahead."

Lu Heng walked up to the sand table, gazed at the Heath Mountain Range and Xiling City above it, and began saying:

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