Chapter 500 - Began To Explore, Taking The Initiative To Seek A Beating

Gary and the others saw the crown of the tree burst into flames. It was like a huge torch. They immediately asked with concern, "High Priest, are you okay?"

"I'm fine, the array has been removed!"

Linus's voice could be heard from within the flames, his tone calm with a hint of surprise.

When the flames subsided, the lush canopy was reduced to ashes, leaving only Linus standing on the tree trunk.

As a Fire Elf, Linus was very familiar with fire spells. It could even be said that he was quite proficient. However, he had never seen such fierce flames before in his life.

Linus sighed silently, "If the Fire Elf King back then possess such flames that could directly incinerate magic spells, then the history of the Elf Race would have been different! Vincent's growth during this period of time is really terrifying! He is so different from before! If the elves who believe in him can become stronger, then it is a good thing that he is an elf god!"

Linus braced himself and turned his head to look down.

Gary raised his head to ask Linus, "High Priest, can we go up now?"

Linus spoke in a strict tone, "I'll go down and take a look first. If there's no danger, I'll send you a signal! But if you don't receive any news from me, you must immediately rush to Serene Spring City and inform Vincent of everything that had happened here. Do you understand?"

Gary and the others looked at Linus worriedly and nodded silently.

They wanted to stop Linus and enter the tree hole together.

However, after experiencing so many dangerous situations along the way, they knew that Linus's decision was the safest one.

Linus retracted his gaze and looked at the dark tree hole. He took a deep breath and jumped down.

After a long descent, Linus suddenly felt his feet touch the ground. Fortunately, he was strong enough to land steadily.

"Flames, rise!"

Linus took out a feather arrow and summoned a ball of flame on the tip of the arrow. He used it as a torch, illuminating the surrounding space.

Linus soon realized that he was standing on a small platform. He saw a flight of stairs not far in front of him.

After checking for a long time, Linus did not find any danger, so he took out his longbow from his storage ring and shot the flaming arrow out of the hole.

As the flames rose into the air, Gary and the others saw the safety signal Linus had sent, so they immediately climbed up the tree and jumped into the hole.

However, their strengths were far inferior to Linus. They fell down one after another, forming an elf mountain in front of Linus.

Linus took out another arrow and lit it up. He looked at his subordinates who were lying on the ground. They were crying in pain. He smiled and said, "Everyone, please rest and recover. Once you feel better, we will continue to explore!"

Everyone struggled to get up from the ground before answering in unison, "Yes!"

…

Serene Spring City.

Vincent strolled around the city and returned to the City Lord's mansion in the evening. He was ready to go to the room that Melissa had prepared for him to rest.

Just as Vincent walked into the backyard, Sophia walked over to him.

"Sir Vincent, City Lord Melissa needs to go into seclusion for a period of time, so she wants to ask you to be in charge of the government affairs in Serene Spring City during this period of time!"

Vincent frowned slightly and asked, "Melissa isn't having any problems, right? She can change her faith slowly. There's no need to rush!"

Sophia shook her head and smiled, "Don't worry, Sir Vincent. We've found a way to convert her faith. We're going into seclusion to try it out!"

Vincent continued to ask, "Oh, what is it?"

After all, the conversion was related to Melissa's safety and the inheritance of the Elf Kings. Vincent did not dare to be careless.

Moreover, if Melissa and Sophia's method was feasible, it could be used as a way out for the other Dark Elves who needed to change their faith!

Sophia said, "I used to be the High Priest of Serene Spring City. When I was renovating the temple, I accidentally discovered that the temple of Gajero was built on the ruins of the former Elf King's temple. I found an ancient elf book in the ruins! The ancient book recorded instructions on how to change faith by communicating with divinity without the Elf King. However, it required a certain amount of time and a special ceremony. So, Melissa wanted to go into seclusion to try it out!"

Vincent nodded and said, "Well, tell Melissa to pay attention to her safety. If this method works, we can share it with more Dark Elves!"

"Yes!"

Sophia nodded slightly, turned around and left.

Vincent proceeded to walk toward his room. When he arrived at the small courtyard, he saw Kurt standing in front of his door, waiting for him.

Vincent smiled and walked up to ask Kurt, "Kurt, what's the matter?"

Kurt saw Vincent and quickly said, "Mr. Vincent, Miss Angelina asked me to tell you that the City Lords of cities near Devil Flame City have already told the surrounding cities about the ruins of Bright Moon City. Many city lords and family representatives have gone to Devil Flame City, requesting to visit the ruins of Bright Moon City. Moreover, the feedback received is very good. Many Dark Elves have decided to resist the demons!"

Vincent smiled and praised, "Good, this is really good news!"

Kurt smiled and said, "Actually, I still have one more thing I want to trouble Mr. Vincent with!"

Vincent said straightforwardly, "Feel free to say it!"

Kurt hesitated for a while and said, "After I evolved all the parts of my body, my combat strength has greatly improved, but until now, there hasn't been a suitable battle to help me summarize all the data in my body, so I hope that Mr. Vincent can help me with this small favor!"

Vincent frowned and asked in return, "Are you planning to ask me to be your sparring partner?"

Kurt shook his head and said, "I'm not asking you to just be my sparring partner. I want you to do your best! Only when facing the ultimate attack, can I calculate my own limit!"

Vincent thought for a moment, nodded, and said, "Okay, I can help you. I also want to see how much you have evolved after using so many Dragon Race's materials to level up. If the effect is good, I will help you to collect more materials and help you improve in the future!"

Kurt immediately nodded and said, "Thank you, Mr. Vincent!"

Vincent was stunned when he heard his reply. He asked curiously, "Are you excited? Do you have your own emotions?"

Kurt looked up at Vincent in surprise. His face was no different from a human's and there was no expression on his face at all. However, his eyes were full of confusion.

He replied, "I don't know either. I just feel that you are currently shouldering a lot of heavy responsibilities. To be able to agree to my request during such a busy time is truly rare. It makes me very happy, and I really cherish it!"

Vincent took two steps back. He nodded and said, "It is indeed an emotion that a normal creature should have. It seems that not only can you form your own thoughts, but you can also have your own personality!"

Kurt displayed a strong curiosity and could not help but ask, "Personality, what is personality?"

Vincent thought for a moment and said, "You can tell a person's personality based on their preferences. When your independent thinking allows you to summarize your own preferences and bottom line, this will be equivalent to you forming your own personality. At that time, although your body is still a machine, you will have a real soul and become a completely independent individual. It is just like when I receive this divine spark that allowed me to become an Elf God"

Kurt suddenly frowned and asked, "Personality… Is it equivalent to becoming an adult and having my own thoughts and ideas?"

Vincent thought for a while before nodding and saying, "You can look at it that way!"

Kurt was very excited and said, "Then I will definitely work hard to have my own personality. Now, please help me test the data, Mr. Vincent!"

Vincent looked at his own door. It seemed that it was impossible for him to rest early on that day. He sighed lightly and said with a smile, "Alright, let's go outside the city. We don't want to disturb the residents!"

Kurt followed behind Vincent. The two of them walked out of the city gate of Serene Spring City and arrived at the wilderness outside the city.

Vincent stretched his arms and said to Kurt, "I've fought with the Dragon Race before, so I know more about the various methods of the Dragon Race. You don't have to worry about my safety later. Just use your full strength!"

Kurt nodded and said, "Okay, then Mr. Vincent, please be careful!"

At the same time, illusory scales appeared all over his body. It covered his entire body like a mech covered in solid metal.

Vincent looked at the rainbow patterns on the illusory dragon scales. He nodded and said, "Dragon patterns are one of the talents of the Dragon Race. They can withstand powerful physical and magical attacks. It seems that I really can't underestimate you today!"

Vincent pulled out his Return Journey of the Dead. Flames began to flicker all over his body. He started to spiritualize.

When Vincent turned into a burning man completely, the twelve flaming wings on his back slowly spread open. With a gentle flap, Vincent flew into the air.

Vincent said condescendingly, "Whatever ability you have, just use it!"

Kurt, who was on the ground, nodded and began to run forward rapidly. He leaped and jumped into the air. He shot toward Vincent like a missile.

Vincent did not show any mercy. He held the hilt of his knife with both hands and slashed down with all his strength.

Kurt, who was flying upward, was unable to dodge at all. He could only raise his arms and use the illusory dragon scales around his body as a shield.

"Boom!"

Sparks flew out in all directions. Kurt smashed toward the ground at an even faster speed, stirring up a wave of dust.

By the time the dust settled, the bottom-half of Kurt's body had long been buried in the dirt, leaving the other half of his body above ground.. He looked up at Vincent in the sky.