The Witcher: Start with the Lord Marrying a Wife.

Chapter 576 Origin Resonance
"This is where I belong, and this is my destiny!" David whispered, his voice cold and resolute. "I will no longer run away; I will write a new legend with my blood and my faith!"

As these words were spoken, countless green sword-shaped substances, formed from the condensation of active essence, shot out from the tip of the staff, like a thousand sharp arrows aimed directly at the energy core of the Emerald Vine Python!

These intertwined and irregularly arranged marks, symbolizing the continuation and deprivation of life, unfolded rapidly and ultimately locked onto the opponent's vital points—

In an instant, the opponent's body trembled violently, and spiderweb-like cracks appeared on the surface of countless emerald green scales, even revealing crimson spots and a rotten, dead appearance.

But it still struggled frantically, using its last frantic spore spews to disrupt the spatial structure of vision, only to find that the illusion had been completely rewritten into a new battlefield dominated by David...

Fern leaves and petals fluttered and fell from the sky, shimmering and dazzling in the sunlight, injecting a glimmer of hope into the desperate battle.

At this very moment, amidst the resonant rhythm of heaven and earth, a name leaped onto everyone's lips:
"A person who truly possesses the will of a guardian!"

Inside the projection core, the air suddenly condensed, and the corrosive, acrid odor seemed to be tightened by an invisible giant hand, suddenly shrinking into a twisted black shadow.

Under David's fierce rune attack, the enormous jade vine python let out a shrill roar, its body trembling violently. Cracks spread rapidly like a spider web, and a faint dark green light burst forth from the broken scales, as if a dead spirit was struggling and twisting in the abyss.

The vine python's thick, massive body seemed to be forcibly drawn in by an invisible force. That force did not flow into David, but instead penetrated the corrosive vines that were wrapped around Liliana's chest.

The vines glowed faintly, their green light shimmering with the rhythmic ripples of life, slowly flowing into her body like a torrent.

Suddenly, a strong and pure life force rose into the air, penetrating decay and death, and rendering the entire space a warm and bright green, like a newly blossoming spring morning.

Deep in the soil, those massive, intertwined aerial roots stretched out like the spine of a giant snake. They seemed to sense the shock brought about by this reversal of the sacrificial ritual, and slowly released crystal-clear droplets of essence with a faint golden-green hue in the darkness.

“This…this is the Mother Tree…the power of origin…” David murmured softly. He was enveloped by a surge of intense heat, as if his skin had merged with the earth’s veins. With each breath, he was absorbing the most primal, purest, and most boundless life essence of heaven and earth.

Liliana's face gradually changed from ashen to a soft pink. She slightly opened her eyes, which sparkled with the vitality that had just been revived.

She breathed softly, each breath becoming steady and powerful—she had been pulled back from the brink of death and reborn from the shadow of "sacrifice"!

“David…I…I feel it…” Her voice was soft, yet it carried an indomitable and unwavering strength that shook the very core of one’s being. “This power…it is not just salvation, but also a blessing bestowed upon us by the Mother Tree.”

David held her tightly, feeling not only anger surging within him, but also an unprecedented calmness and determination—

Because that primordial energy is gradually filling all the wounds that he has suffered from long-term depletion, yet he refuses to give up on repairing.

Within his body, primordial runes quietly lit up, unlike when they erupted earlier, they nourished and strengthened every meridian and every inch of his skin like flowing water.

The earth around the projection core began to tremble violently, the atmosphere became vast and turbulent, and layers of thin mist gradually rose, transforming the entire space into a dreamlike forest palace. The large amount of toxins that had once been intricately intertwined and terrifyingly entangled into a thorny cage now dissolved into tiny, tender green leaves, rapidly purified and decomposed by the warm and generous power of the earth.

The vine python hissed in agony, but it could no longer resist this force that reversed its fate. The life energy that was being gradually extracted was being returned to Liliana through the corrosive vines that were binding the remaining parts of her body. At the same time, as part of the "sacrifice" ritual, it triggered a high-level resonance that had been dormant deep within the core of the World Tree projection, releasing an even greater torrent of elements between the roots of the earth!

At this moment, the earth's veins seemed to come alive. Those colossal systems that stretched hundreds or thousands of meters underground, interwoven into a network, poured out a continuous stream of energy. This not only nourished the two of them, but also triggered a great awakening that transcended the level of individual existence and pointed directly to the essence of the world's rhythm!

David felt as if his blood was filled with forest dew, and every cell was jubilant.

His eyes were resolute and filled with awe: "This is the second chance given to us by the mother tree, a redemption in the cycle of life."

At the same time, he vaguely sensed that the secrets hidden in the runes were gradually unfolding.

Previously, I only vaguely grasped the basics of everything, but now it is becoming clear: the so-called "life imprint" is not only an attack method, but also a new type of skill system that can reverse the enemy's elemental structure and feed its energy back to oneself or an important guardian, thereby creating a two-way resonance feedback!
This means that in the future, he will no longer simply fight with force, but will be able to transform enemy attacks into an indispensable force for his own growth and even to protect his allies by integrating with the laws of nature!
This path is arduous and long, yet it carries infinite possibilities and hope, which is one of the highest revelations that the World Tree Trials wanted to convey to him!

At this moment, surrounded by the vibrant greenery of new life, the weariness on Liliana's face has been replaced by determination. She weakly reaches out from her bosom to touch David's cheek, and as their eyes meet, they silently convey their trust and endless vows for the future.

Within the projection core, the life-giving energy that surged like a tide continued to flow. The verdant light pierced through decay and darkness, transforming into countless tiny green leaves that drifted down, each seemingly carrying the deepest secrets and blessings of the earth.

David stood on this land filled with spiritual energy, surrounded by a warm and vast life force, like a great tree standing tall in the eye of a storm, rooted in the boundless fertile soil.

His chest heaved violently at that moment, and with each breath he could feel the pure energy rising from his roots penetrating his lungs and transforming into a life pulse from the inside out.

Fine beads of sweat on his forehead reflected a green glow, like dewdrops refracting the morning sun. His cheeks were slightly flushed from the intense mental fluctuations, but his eyes shone with an unbreakable fire of will.

Deep within the sea of ​​consciousness, the mental barrier known as the "seventh-ring bottleneck" finally developed rare cracks under the impact of this vast vitality—

Imperceptible yet resilient cracks spread out like spider silk.

The mental shackles that once weighed heavily on him like cast iron are now gradually breaking and loosening with the new power implanted in them.

“Finally… it’s starting to crack…” David murmured softly, feeling his mental energy undergoing an unprecedented explosion in both quality and quantity.

With a clear and intensely sharp mind, every fluctuation of consciousness brings forth new inspiration and power.

He knew that this meant the distant and mysterious gate to the legendary "Seventh Ring" realm was slowly opening for him.

At the same time, Liliana's body in his arms also underwent an amazing transformation.

At first, her deathly pale face gradually turned a soft, vibrant pink, and her breathing became steady and rhythmic, like a new bud awakening in spring after hibernation. She slowly opened her eyes, and those eyes, which had been dull and lifeless due to exhaustion, now shone with a clear and bright light, like a spring in a deep forest reflecting the stars;
The old wounds and bruises on her skin gradually faded without leaving a trace. Even more surprisingly, her body structure seemed to have undergone some mysterious change.

The curves are more elegant and fluid, and the aura of potential and spirituality is even stronger, which makes people think of the unique mysterious charm of the elves when they awakened in ancient legends.

"These... are the feedback from the source of life after it transformed and reshaped her."

David gazed at the serene and peaceful yet powerfully promising new life emanating from her face, and a sense of awe and appreciation welled up within him.

"This is a blessing after suffering, a blessing in disguise, and the most precious gift that fate has given us."

The two stood in the center of a natural stage formed by intertwined roots, and at that moment they formed a deep resonance and breath control state with each other.

They seemed to become part of the natural rhythm, no longer solitary individuals, but undying allies joining hands to face even greater challenges in the future.

The surrounding environment also changed with their inner rhythm: the sound of the wind echoed softly, like a gentle murmur; the fragrance of the earth mixed with the sound of grass and trees breaking, creating a pleasant rhythm.
A light drizzle fell intermittently on the leaves, each drop reflecting a brilliant green light, adding a touch of sacred solemnity to this awakening.

Every molecule in the air seems to be full of life rhythm, resonating with the most primitive, purest, and most enduring aria of nature.

David gently gripped the staff, and a warm power flowed through his body. He closed his eyes and calmed his mind, completely immersed in this unprecedented feeling of fullness and exhilaration: "My body, my spirit, my entire being are undergoing evolution. I will transform this power into an unyielding belief in protecting the future and all precious existence."

Liliana glanced at him, a tired but determined smile appearing on her lips: "You broke through the bottleneck, and I returned from the brink of death. We are each other's greatest support."

The road may be long, but as long as we hold onto hope, there is no obstacle we cannot overcome.

Their gazes met, revealing an unspoken understanding that they were prepared for the ultimate challenges ahead and that they needed to support each other and share all the miracles and trials bestowed by the Mother Tree.

And all of this is just the beginning of a brand new chapter in the journey!

The greenery between heaven and earth seemed to be activated, and the vitality of the earth surrounding the projection core became even more intense, carrying an aura of endless breadth and profound depth.

David and Liliana closed their eyes and regulated their breathing, their life energy gradually merging with the natural rhythms of the outside world, like two ancient trees silently taking root and growing.

As his chest rose and fell, primordial runes quietly emerged, unfolding intricate patterns within his sea of ​​consciousness, like countless life veins converging into a stream.

However, at that very moment, the land containing the World Tree's primordial energy underwent a subtle distortion—

First, a gentle, breeze-like tremor quietly seeped into the air, then the space seemed to be slowly gripped by an invisible hand, and then quickly stretched into a lake surface covered with ripples.

David opened his eyes and felt the scene before him suddenly change, as if a dreamlike mirror had shattered and reformed.

He looked around and saw that the once lush and verdant land had suddenly sunk, and a strong and ancient aura rushed towards him. It was the mark of time left behind by the ancient elves, the secret sealed deep within this land for thousands of years.

"This...this is..." he murmured to himself, but before he could finish speaking, he and Liliana were swept up by an invisible wave.

The surrounding environment changed drastically, as if they had been dragged into a completely new torrent of time and space—

In the flickering light, the two were suddenly placed in a vast battlefield filled with a chilling and deadly atmosphere.

The sky was dark and gloomy, with thick clouds hanging low and pressing down on the earth. Gusts of cold wind swirled up dust and sand mixed with withered leaves, which then blew against our faces.

The air was thick with the smell of gunpowder and decay, along with the harsh clatter of cold metal.

This was far from the warm and gentle World Tree projection they were familiar with; it was the scene of an ancient elven war in full swing, a battle for life and death!

As far as the eye could see, on the open battlefield beyond the dense forest, were several elven soldiers clad in silver armor and wearing elaborately decorated helmets. They held longbows, staffs, and sharp swords, and every movement was filled with elegance yet a fierce killing intent.

Their expressions were resolute and their movements swift and agile. Each swing of their swords or the release of elemental energy brought forth a dazzling light that pierced the air.

These warriors are not ordinary soldiers, but rather inheritors of mysterious bloodlines and extraordinary talents. They protect their homeland with their bodies, and every moment is filled with a tapestry of blood and glory.

"They...they really came back to life?" Liliana's voice trembled, yet held an unconcealed awe. "This is...the ancient elven war..."

Upon hearing this, David felt a surge of heat rising in his chest. The power he had drawn from the roots of the mother tree resonated in a strange way at this moment, strongly echoing the fluctuations of this history.

His pupils contracted slightly, but he dared not blink and stared intently—he was not just an observer, but rather someone who had become a part of it!

The surrounding forest was lush but many parts were scorched and withered, some branches lay across the ground like sharp traps, and the lingering scent of burning embers drifted in the wind.

Scattered across the land were fragments of mottled weapons and broken armor, and the blood of countless fallen soldiers stained the grass and soil red, yet they still fought valiantly against the invasion. The ferocity of this war was beyond imagination.

Just then, a deafening roar came from the depths of the dense forest, and a huge, dark green beast slowly appeared. It was a familiar giant vine creature, but now it was even more ferocious and monstrous. Its huge mouth spewed venom and corrosive light, forcing the nearby defending troops to retreat step by step.

(End of this chapter)