The Wizard: From Zero-Ring Wizard to Almighty Lord.

Chapter 265 The World Tree and the Creator

Chapter 265

The capital of the Crystal Rock Empire, this villa is located in a wealthy area, surrounded by lush trees, fragrant flowers, and melodious birdsong, like a paradise on earth.

The little river in the garden flows gently, exuding a leisurely and tranquil atmosphere.

The environment here is truly refreshing.

However, despite the enchanting scenery outside, Evelyn and Lynn had no desire to enjoy this leisurely atmosphere.

The two were sitting in the lobby on the first floor of the villa, talking in hushed tones, the atmosphere slightly heavy.

"Are you really so heartless as to hand over your Feathered Serpent God bloodline?"

Lynn looked on with a hint of surprise, clearly not expecting Evelyn to so readily agree to the demands of the Golden Throne.

Evelyn had finally refined the Feathered Serpent God's bloodline to the critical point. With a little more time to cultivate, she would be able to break through to the Golden Throne realm and truly enter the domain of the powerful.

However, if she were to offer her bloodline to the divine tree as required by the Golden Throne, she would never be able to break through to the level of a Golden Alchemist.

That golden throne, so close yet so far, will likely forever remain an unattainable regret.

However, Evelyn simply smiled, her long legs crossed, a hint of beauty hidden beneath her skirt, but it quickly disappeared.

She rested her chin on her hand, her gaze leisurely fixed on Lynn, seemingly watching him with amusement, and asked slowly:
"Otherwise what? My Lord Layton, with so many Golden Thrones present, if I don't agree, will I be forced to agree?"

Her voice was soft and somewhat playful, as if concealing a certain helplessness within her.

"It would be better to agree willingly and exchange it for some resources. At least, I can preserve the legacy of the Feathered Serpent Society. Those Golden Thrones, those 'uncles,' are utterly disgusting, but I'm afraid we'll still have to rely on them as the Feathered Serpent Society's backers in the future..."

Lynn frowned slightly, a subtle hint of embarrassment and self-reproach flashing in her eyes.

After all, Evelyn had not originally planned to come here, but rather to go into seclusion and focus on breaking through to the level of a Gold Alchemist.

But after Lynn's repeated persuasion, they hurriedly arrived here.

Lynn's purpose in coming here was not simply to comply with Evelyn's decision, but more to take this opportunity to collect information on the Golden Alchemist in preparation for the moment when his true form descends.

However, no one expected things to turn out this way.

Although those golden thrones verbally agreed to Evelyn's two conditions.

But then he turned around and asked her to "voluntarily" contribute the bloodline of the feathered serpent god.

Lynn knew very well that they most likely obtained the secret between the divine tree and the bloodline of the feathered serpent god from the prisoners of the Creation Society, and that's how they came up with this idea.

Lynn was unsure whether these golden thrones could truly be used to trace the location of the mysterious World Tree through the bloodline of Quetzalcoatl and the divine tree.

However, the current situation inevitably made him feel a little guilty.

After all, if he hadn't insisted on bringing Evelyn along, things might not have turned out this way.

Evelyn, on the other hand, seems much more carefree right now.

She smiled slightly, her red lips curving into a half-smile as she looked at Lynn, her tone gentle yet tinged with a hint of teasing:
"Lord Layton, don't blame yourself too much. I'm not blaming you. After all, it was my own decision."

She paused, blinked, and her smile deepened:

"Of course... if you really feel guilty, then how about... letting this little lady taste your 'compensation'?"

"After all, those 'uncle' thrones all said... as long as I have a child, the Feathered Serpent Society will be under their protection... so, for the sake of the Feathered Serpent Society, Lord Layton... you must grant my request."

Before she finished speaking, Evelyn's soft red lips parted slightly, and her pink tongue gently licked her fingertips.

The movements were extremely simple, yet beneath her stunning beauty, they seemed to exude a captivating allure that could sway the soul.

Lynn coughed twice, his gaze shifting slightly, then he stood up decisively and said:
"Ahem... I've recently encountered some problems in my cultivation, so I need to calm down first."

After saying that, without waiting for Evelyn's reply, he quickly left and made his escape.

He wasn't indifferent to Evelyn, but for now, it was just an alter ego present.

Such matters... are best left to the "real person" to handle.

Watching Lynn's retreating figure, Evelyn's star-like eyes dimmed slightly for a moment.

She may seem carefree, but how could she possibly remain completely unmoved after losing the chance to ascend to the Golden Throne?
Golden Alchemist, Golden Totem...

That was the goal she pursued throughout her life, and the key she wanted to use to revive the Feathered Serpent Society.

But now, that goal will forever remain a dream.

"Actually, I did have a chance to escape back then... If I were alone, I might have had a sliver of hope..."

She thought to herself, a bitter smile with a hint of resentment curving her lips.

"But if he did that, he would surely die..."

In the stillness, Evelyn slowly leaned back in her chair, stretched, her figure graceful and beautiful.

Unfortunately, no one witnessed this scene.

She licked her lips, whispered to herself, a hint of affection welling up in the depths of her eyes:
"However... in order to save you, Lord Layton... you won't be able to escape."

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What happened inside the Golden Hall of the Alchemist Alliance did not cause the slightest ripple to the outside world.

After all, apart from Lynn and Evelyn, everyone attending the meeting was at the Golden Throne level.

No Golden Throne ruler would readily publicize such a disgraceful secret involving immense injustice.

Thus, the capital of the Crystal Rock Empire, and indeed the entire continent, remained peaceful.

No one knew that the power struggle between the highest levels had already quietly come to an end.

At this moment, the biggest news sweeping the world is still the glorious victory achieved by the Duchy of Cuilan and the Feathered Serpent Society in joining forces to severely damage the Genesis Society and capture its core members alive.

This news was undoubtedly a shot in the arm for the Duchy of Cuilan, enough to quickly stabilize the turbulent situation within the country.
This is also an inspiration and encouragement to countries that are still in a state of stability. Even a powerful organization like the Genesis Society is not invincible.

Even the usually composed Crystal Rock Empire took the opportunity to announce a three-day national celebration, demonstrating its confidence and stance in confronting the Creation Society.

This is both an external stance and an internal declaration:

Darkness is not to be feared; victory will ultimately belong to the side of light.

However, amidst this atmosphere of national celebration, a series of "major news" seemed to be quietly spreading in the shadows:

For example, Karen, the heir to the Skyward Wings, "announced" that she was going on a journey to cultivate in seclusion, with no return date in sight;
For example, Evelyn, the leader of the Feathered Serpent Society who is now at the height of her power, has decided to stay in the Crystal Rock Empire and suspend her plans to return to the Duchy.
For example, the Balrog King of the Golden Throne voluntarily went to the Duchy of Emerald to safeguard its security...

Each of these messages carries significant weight, yet none have been officially announced or become trending topics.

They are like undercurrents hidden beneath the surface of water, unnoticed by most people.

On the surface, however, people are still immersed in the celebration of "the Feathered Serpent Society's great victory over the Creation Society" and "the Alchemist Alliance's ironclad unity".

In the aftermath of this victory, the Feathered Serpent will send alchemists to the Crystal Rock Empire.

Apart from Lynn, Evelyn, and a few wizard apprentices under Lynn's command, the rest have all returned to the Duchy of Turquoise.

Evelyn knew that the Feathered Serpent Order now considered the Duchy as its foundation, and she was currently in the Crystal Rock Empire, which made her uneasy. Therefore, she ordered the alchemists to return as soon as possible to solidify the Feathered Serpent Order's rule.

On the contrary, Lynn had other plans.

This opportunity to come to the Crystal Rock Empire was truly rare, so he simply dispersed his wizard apprentices to infiltrate various parts of the city, explore the terrain, familiarize themselves with the environment, and quietly lay the groundwork for the future arrival of his "true self".

After all, Evelyn's feathered serpent bloodline was forced to be offered up. Although she didn't say much, Lynn knew perfectly well that he was involved in all of this, and he couldn't escape or avoid it.

All of this will eventually come to an end.

Moreover, those alchemists are now attempting to use the bloodline of Quetzalcoatl and the power of the Divine Tree to open a path to the World Tree.

If the guidance is successful, it will not only be an opportunity for the Alchemist Alliance to launch a counterattack against the Genesis Society headquarters, but also an opportunity for Lynn himself to descend.

At that time, all causes and effects will be brought to a head.

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Time slowly passed, and the Alchemist Alliance's plan regarding the "Divine Tree" and the "Feathered Serpent God's Bloodline" was finally officially put on the agenda.

In the heart of the Alchemist Alliance, a newly constructed secret location has quietly taken shape.

This place is surrounded by high walls and is heavily guarded. Only the Golden Throne and a very few people who are personally recognized and absolutely trusted by the Crystal Rock Throne are qualified to enter this place.

Inside the secret base, the outer perimeter is heavily guarded and includes training grounds, patrolled by alchemists and mechanical guards.

The real core is a flat and fertile land.

The land was empty except for a small, lush green tree standing quietly in the very center.

That was a sapling of the divine tree.

Lynn accompanied Evelyn here to prepare for today's "bloodline nourishment" ritual.

Accompanying them was a special being, the Golden Throne - Extreme Cold Ice Phoenix.

He was a man with long, flowing hair. Because of the totem, he had a cold and aloof demeanor, and his words and actions carried an innate sense of detachment.

But at this moment, he managed a rare, stiff, and forced smile as he stood with the two of them in front of the sacred tree.

Evelyn raised a section of her flawless white arm, and with the gentle touch of her other hand's jade-like fingers, she did so without hesitation.

Tick ​​tock!

Tick ​​tock!

Crystal-clear blood dripped slowly from her slender, snow-white arm, like the purest gemstone in the world, quietly landing on the branches of the sacred tree.

With each drop of blood, the divine tree swayed gently, its branches and leaves trembling as if greedily devouring the sacred object.

Its branches gradually increased, and its leaf buds began to unfold, full of vitality.

The expression on the Extreme Cold Ice Phoenix's face finally revealed a hint of genuine joy.

Lynn's gaze, however, fell on Evelyn beside him.

Her body was trembling slightly, and her originally rosy complexion had turned pale.

He instinctively reached out and gently embraced her slender waist, silently providing her with support.

The entire process lasted a long time, until Evelyn's breath became weak and her face turned as pale as paper, at which point today's bloodline nourishment came to an end.

Three days later, the next nourishment will begin again. In such a short time, Evelyn can only barely recover a few percent of her original health. If this continues, it will inevitably lead to problems with her foundation.

In the heart of this secret place, the sacred tree is slowly awakening.

The price, however, is the most precious part of Evelyn's bloodline, the "golden potential."

Just as the Alchemist Alliance was devoting all its efforts to cultivating the Divine Tree, the Creation Society unexpectedly fell silent.

This is so unusual it's almost bizarre.

It should be noted that this time, the Feathered Serpent Society and the Duchy of Emerald Orchid not only slapped the Creation Society in the face, but also delivered a resounding slap to its face in public!

Never before has an operation ended in such a failure.

Let alone disrupting a country, the Genesis Society poured its heart and soul, and invested a lot of manpower and resources into this operation, but in the end it couldn't even conquer a single province.

The real impact was limited to a few viscountries at most.

Even more astonishing is that all the core members of this operation were captured!

The Alchemist Alliance seized the opportunity to publicize the victory extensively, spreading the news almost throughout the entire continent.

For those countries still struggling in chaos and despair, this is undoubtedly a shot in the arm, greatly boosting their morale and confidence in resisting the Creator Society.

Within the Genesis Church, this news was like a heavy hammer blow, slamming into the faces of all its believers, leaving them contorted in rage and delirious!
The direct consequence of this humiliation was that it alarmed that high and mighty being.

The Creator.

That person who is always mysterious and unpredictable, and who never easily interferes with specific actions.

Now, he's actually taking action himself!

It should be noted that the Genesis Society's daily operations, even its extreme combat plans, are organized by elders like Klaus or other core members.

But the true mission of that creator goes far beyond worldly affairs.

He sits atop the very foundation of the Creation Society: the World Tree.

The World Tree is the root of the Creation Society and the key to what they call the "New Era".

Only when the World Tree has fully grown can the Creation Council fulfill its great ideal of "shattering the old era and building a new world".

But now, even he has to personally take action, all for that failed operation against the Duchy of Cuilan.

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At this moment, in a dreamlike void.

There is no distinction between heaven and earth, no up, down, left, or right, and no concept of the passage of time.

It seemed to belong to no world and be unbound by any laws.

The air was filled with dreamlike, indescribable colors; purple, pink, deep blue, and chaotic hues intertwined to create a mesmerizing glow, flowing slowly like the tide.

In the depths of this dreamlike, surging void, a giant tree stands silently.

It was a colossal tree that seemed to float on the ground, its trunk reaching through heaven and earth, its branches and leaves stretching out like countless veins, extending into the unknown distance.

It is both unreal and incredibly vivid.

It is, indeed, the World Tree.

However, at the location of the World Tree, there was a figure, who was none other than the Creator of the Creation Society.

However, the Creator, who is seen as omnipotent by the believers of the Creation Society, is now frowning, facing an unsolvable problem.

(End of this chapter)