Elden Ring, but with Wind Spirit Moon Shadow

Chapter 450 Blazing Dawn
This day was an exceptionally special day for the border region.

This is a day worthy of being engraved on stone and passed down through the ages.

On this day, people discovered a brighter, warmer light emanating from the canopy of the golden tree.

That was the glorious sun, and the blazing dawn.
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In Rodel, the royal city of the Golden Tree, the streets, which should have been bustling with people, were deserted.

Only Melina sat sideways on Toret's back, slowly traversing the desolate royal city, which resembled the falling leaves of a golden tree, searching for familiar memories everywhere.

On both sides of the road, the residents who still lived in the city wandered around in a daze, while the golden-armored Rhodes knights repeatedly performed the action of maintaining their equipment.

But they all ignored Melina and Torret as if they hadn't seen them at all.

Melina and Torret turned their heads back and forth in perfect unison, slowly connecting this familiar yet unfamiliar capital city with their memories.

Upon arriving at the main road, Melina looked up and saw the Queen's boudoir high above the royal city.

Through the boudoir that offered a view of Rodel at any moment, Melina seemed to see Marika's figure.

She is a queen, a goddess... but also a very unfit mother.

Melina smiled slightly and continued to urge Torret to move forward.

During her time in Rodel, Melina had obtained the answers she sought.

Those things that used to bother her and trouble her have vanished.

Actually, the memories that Melina regained weren't anything special.

Many of these things were things I had already come across through various means beforehand, so they weren't surprising.

But for Melina, the very act of regaining her memories brought her great joy.

From then on, there were no more mysteries or secrets surrounding her, and she was able to interact with Bai Shi as her complete self.

Suddenly, Melina felt something and immediately looked up at the sky.

A light gradually shone through the branches and leaves of that magnificent, enormous golden tree.

The residents, who had been wandering like zombies, finally raised their heads, temporarily shaking off their daze, and searched for the light in the sky.

At first, they thought the golden tree was shining again, and that the lost blessing was about to return.

But Melina saw it more clearly than they did, and the moment she looked up, she recognized it—it was the sun's rays.

Moreover, it wasn't some distant and powerful ancient deity; the light felt incredibly familiar and warm to her.

That was a light that belonged only to Bai Shi.

Upon realizing this, Melina felt an indescribable joy.

Has Bai Shi finally reached such a level?

In this way, their dreams will surely come true.

A beautiful era that brings peace to the border regions and allows life to flourish again.

Taking Torret's reins, Melina turned around and drove through the gradually gathering residents, heading towards the outskirts of the city.

She was leaving this place that held her memories and returning to Bai Shi's side.

Along the roadsides of Melina, more and more residents of the royal city became aware of this strange phenomenon.

Whether they were nobles or knights, they all stopped their repetitive actions and looked up at the sky.

Behind the towering golden trees, the sun shines with unparalleled brilliance.

And so they could no longer look away.
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Beneath the golden tree, Montgomery remained silently waiting beside the throne.

He naturally noticed this strange phenomenon immediately and felt a deep unease about it.

Montgomery didn't know what was going on, only that this strange phenomenon was definitely related to Bai Shi.

But... what exactly happened?

Was it the powerful sun that bestowed upon Bai Shi's power? Or had He returned to the borderland once more?

From a certain moment onward, Bai Shi, who used to be extremely active on the border, suddenly began to disappear without a trace.

Bai Shi, who had been unstoppable before, suddenly fell silent, and even Stoneville, who had a huge army, stopped making any moves.

This should have been a good thing for Montgomery.

Especially after learning that her father was about to return to the border area, she felt that all she had to do was wait and hope would come.

The great king is returning to his loyal borderlands, and the light of the golden tree will soon return once more.

But as the return drew closer, Montgomery became increasingly worried.

What troubled Montgomery was not what he could see, but what he could not see.

Several unusual phenomena related to the sun also occurred, all without his knowledge.

It was as if, on the other side of the border, some undercurrent, completely unknown to him, was constantly surging.

What ultimately caused Montgomery's attitude to completely change to worry was the actions of Stonewell, who had been silent for a long time.

Even though they already knew about Ge Fulei's return, they turned around and began to actively promote his return, never intending to launch an attack on the plateau.

So Montgomery immediately understood Bai Shi's domineering thoughts and ambitions.

He believed he could defeat the 'First King' fair and square and then plunder everything as the victor.

Prestige, army, land... and most importantly, the throne.

If Bai Shi were still the same person he knew in the past, then Menggete might not have been so alarmed.

Because although he knew Bai Shi was very strong, he was still no match for a true king.

However, it is clear that Bai Shi has enough confidence and resources to make such a choice.

Perhaps in places beyond Montgomery's sight, Bai Shi has once again experienced a growth beyond his imagination.

Turning his gaze away from the sunlight, Montgomery sighed and looked back at the golden tree that rejected everything.

This last king, who had never hesitated about his choice, was now somewhat bewildered.

What should he do to continue protecting the golden tree?
In the cool, clear waters of Lake Lienia, the magicians from the magic academy stood at the best spots they could find for stargazing, tilting their heads back.

From their position, they can see very clearly.

In the sky, something even more dazzling than the golden tree appeared.

The magicians stood there, mesmerized, their hands raised, fingertips pointing like sunflowers toward the blazing dawn.

That mesmerizing light was so perfect that it sent shivers down one's spine.

So what is it?

The desire to explore that had been lost in the long river of time has been rekindled.

"?".

They wanted to learn about the sun.

Instead of wearing her signature Witch Shimmer Stone Shield, Ms. Serenity carefully felt the gentle light with her own eyes.

Through the connection with the golden amber, she clearly sensed the immense power of that star space.

"Truly worthy of being my disciple..."

"This life, which transcends the stars, truly makes me proud."

Serian pouted, a strand of hair twirling between her fingertips.

"But isn't that a bit of an exaggeration?"

Her apprentice's hard work brings her joy, but sometimes it also makes her doubt herself.

While she was still striving to become a star, Bai Shi had already become such a powerful sun. She, as a teacher, also needs to step up her game.
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Lani, who had just emerged from the amber, stood at the edge of the Great Archives, her gaze piercing through the many obstacles to look at the blazing sun.

Moonlight spilled down, draping over her body and condensing into her clothes along with her fiery red hair.

A smile appeared on Lani's face; the timing was perfect.

I almost missed this important moment.

The fact that a new god has ascended to the throne is so exciting.

Bai Shi has forged his own path.

That was a different, glorious path from hers, and it even illuminated her path.

The sun is the light of day, and the moon is the gentleness of night.

And this light filled her world with love and hope.

Walking back to her mother's side, Lani gently embraced her, just as she had done countless times in her childhood.

"Mother, you don't need to worry about me anymore..."

Lani took out a treasured key and walked to a certain place in the Great Archives.

A delicate little box was taken out, and Lani gently brushed off the dust and opened it with the key.

Pick up the large ring, shaped like a dark full moon, from the soft cushion.

This was originally a ring that Rena La prepared for Lani, a cold contract ring given to her partner.

This ring was once engraved with a warning by Laine:

No one may take this item.

'All the loneliness beyond the darkness belongs only to me.'

Looking at the words she had left behind, Lani smiled and reached out her hand.

Unexpectedly, she met someone who made her so determined to change her mind.

My fingertips gently brushed across the inner band of the ring, erasing all the words engraved upon it and replacing them with new vows…
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Stoneville was bustling with noise, and the whole city was cheering.

The Silver Knights traveled throughout the city, spreading the good news at the behest of the authorities.

But long before them, believers in the sun had already raised their arms in praise of the sun's light.

Each battle group fighting for Bai Shi was also bathed in light and blessed.

A tide of faith in the sun surged forth, and various prayers arose along with the faith, demonstrating the power of the sun.
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The sunlight pierced through the shadows and fell upon the dark, shadowy land.

The soldiers' weariness and confusion completely disappeared, as if they had rediscovered their faith.

Surrounded by soldiers and knights, Messermo looked surprised, then smiled with delight.

His choice was right; Bai Shi did indeed succeed, a success beyond imagination.

That is a god who truly exists for the people.

The future of the border area is no longer a concern.
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Among the ruins of various tribal peoples, Elena and Liliana were surrounded by tiny points of light, all of which were elves they had rescued.

Looking at the radiant sun, the two of them opened their arms in delight and praised it.

The firefly-like sprites, though they understood nothing, danced joyfully.
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In the spirit world, Xia Duo had already made preparations to leave with the help of the two birds.

Looking at the hazy light that pierced through the spirit world, Xia Duo couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation.

Once we get back to the border area, I really hope I can offer some help...

Becoming a sun witch who spreads the belief in the sun seems like a good idea.
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The Beast of Elden in the Golden Tree, the Mother of Fingers hiding in the underground starry sky...

All the gods were in awe of the newborn god, the blazing dawn.

Only Gefulei, far above the foggy sea, saw the dazzling light and was unaware of what had happened on the border.

He had no idea what the future held for him, and just stroked his beard in confusion.
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Under the Gate of God, Malenia's eyebrows twitched, and she regained consciousness.

She opened her eyes, and light filled her vision.

But then, Marlenia sensed something was amiss.

Open her eyes...? This is not an action she should be taking.

She reached out her hand to her face, and before she could even touch it to her eyes to confirm, she could clearly see her intact fingertips.

Marlenia sat up in surprise and looked at her body.

Her blind eyes, her mutilated limbs, her body covered in decaying wounds...

Marlenia could see again, and her body was whole again; she was sitting naked on the cold ground.

She turned to look beside her and saw that Michaela's body had also been repaired and she was sleeping soundly next to her.

Marlenia looked at Bai Shi, who was sitting casually beside her, and realized that all of this was a miracle born from his power.

However, she noticed that Bai Shi's eyes showed no joy of victory, only calmness.

Yet, a light emanating from the soul shone through those faded eyes.

Like... a god.

But that light was not merciless; on the contrary, it was incredibly benevolent.

Bai Shi looked at Marlenia, who seemed somewhat at a loss, and didn't rush to say anything.

He knew, of course, that the other person was full of doubts, but he just wanted to enjoy the view a little longer.

In the past, Malenia's mutilated body possessed a kind of incomplete beauty reminiscent of the Venus de Milo, inspiring both astonishment and regret.

Now, the flawless body is the embodiment of Aphrodite, the goddess of beauty, perfect and without flaw.

Even when naked, she exudes divinity, as beautiful as a work of art.

However, Bai Shi had no interest whatsoever in looking at Marlenia's body; he was merely admiring it.

After all, he was the victor, and even if he really wanted to do something, the other party couldn't resist.

Besides, he was the one who healed this body.

Having become a deity, Bai Shi is capable of many things.

If it were a direct confrontation with his true form, then Bai Shi felt that the Beast of Elden might not be such a formidable foe.

Regardless of how skillfully the force is applied now, the force required to make a brick fly is certainly considerable.

Especially when it comes to corruption, a chronic disease that is targeted by the sun, it solves everything at once.

Bai Shi snapped his fingers lightly, and the light wove into clothing, which he then draped over Marlenia.

Bai Shi couldn't help but sigh, "Old Ma's family has really good genes; they're all handsome men and beautiful women."

Although Montgomery and Montgomery are children of bad omens, they also possess extraordinary qualities.

Except for Xiao Ge, a descendant of the deceased, who has aged somewhat, she still retains her charm and was even able to pass herself off as a woman when she was young.

Especially Michaela and Malenia, born from the self-fertilization of Marika and Rdagan, are pure golden children, with genuine divine blood.

Marlenia, still wrapped in her clothes, hesitated for a moment before finally asking Bai Shi with a puzzled look:
"Why...why don't you kill us?"

"On the contrary, it healed my congenital defect and restored my brother's body?"

Bai Shi looked at Marlenia's face, sighed softly, and said:
"I could just kill you all..."

“But death is far more merciful than proving me right to you.”

Sitting in front of Marlenia, Bai Shi still gave them a chance to live.

(End of this chapter)