The Magic Empire for 20,000 years

Chapter 123 Another Legendary Warrior of the Floating City

"The Underworld" (the underground world).

Whoosh whoosh.

More than 30 members of the elven delegation and more than 20 human mages flew swiftly through the winding underground world.

"Your Majesty El-Erian, something terrible has happened!"

"A formidable enemy has appeared on the southern border of Eldoron."

"The half-dragon legion of the Emerald Mountains and a large number of monsters emerging from the ground are about to attack the southern border of Eldoron."

"The Archmage Cassandra has just sent a [Message] spell, requesting our immediate assistance!"

A high-ranking mage of the eighth ring finished his report anxiously.

Upon hearing this news, Seymour, the moon elf flying ahead, clenched his fists, a hint of anger flashing in his emerald green eyes:

"The Emerald Dragon Lord's half-dragon legion?"

"Attack now?"

"As expected, it was this green dragon that kidnapped Princess Leah!"

"When did this green dragon become so bold?"

Elian listened to Seymour's indignant words without saying a word.

He knew very well that the ancient green dragon jade was definitely not the real mastermind behind today's events!
Or rather, this green dragon is no longer the "itself" it once was...

As Helen, the great sorcerer of transformation, flew through the air, letting the fierce winds whip her golden hair, she rationally analyzed the situation:

“Your Majesty El-Erian, I believe Cassandra’s request for our reinforcements is reasonable.”

“Your Majesty, you have already pointed out Princess Lia’s location. The task of searching for Princess Lia underground can be left to His Highness Seymour and the other members of the elven delegation.”

"Eldorlon is facing an unprecedented war crisis. As the Emperor and the only legendary warrior, His Majesty must guard the border!"

The moon elf Seymour also supported the proposal, turning to Elian and saying:

“Your Majesty El-Erian, your subordinate is right.”

"Rescuing Princess Lia, the Sun Elf Crown Princess, is ultimately the responsibility of our elven race. Leave it to us."

"You can lead this group of high-level human combatants back first."

To the surprise of both the elves and the humans, Elion shook his head firmly without hesitation:

"Do not."

"I can't leave."

"I and the other human mages will go with you to the underground until we rescue Princess Lia."

"The series of events that have occurred tonight are far too bizarre. We cannot allow ourselves to be led astray by the enemy!"

Mentioning the strangeness of tonight's events, everyone's expressions immediately became more serious. They had indeed noticed many oddities and did not refute Elian's words.

Seeing that no one had any objections, El-Erian was relieved.

He knew very well:

I absolutely cannot fall for the Mind Flayer and the Mastermind's trick of luring me away from this group and letting the Elven delegation go deep underground.

Of the entire team, only he had truly seen the Mind Flayers and the Mastermind, and witnessed the fleet that had once conquered the stars. He knew the strengths and weaknesses of these enemies!
Only under his command can this team possibly fight against the monster from another dimension!

“Yes, Your Majesty El-Erian, I will inform General Saul and the others that we will not be returning.”

"Please tell them that they must strive to hold on against a powerful enemy that is invading our territory!"

Helen nodded, took out a scroll with a "Short Message Technique" to convey information, and was about to activate it.

Looking at the solemn expressions of the crowd, Elion suddenly smiled slightly and said:

"Actually, even if I don't go back, doesn't Eldoron still have another novice legendary guardian?"

Upon hearing this, both the elven delegation and the human powerhouses were taken aback.

"Wait, in your human kingdom of Eldoron, besides Your Majesty, is there another legend?"

The next moment, many people suddenly understood what Elian meant.

El-Erian held Seymour's hand with one hand and Prince Elf's hand beside him with the other:
"I'm counting on you two."

"In order to defend Eldoron, we need the strength of both of you!"

……

Eldoron Floating City.

"Report, General Thor. His Majesty El-Erian has indicated that he and other high-ranking combatants are unable to return."

General Saul had anticipated this, and his expression grew even more solemn and serious:
"It seems we can only rely on ourselves!"

The monk in charge of the report added:

"However, His Majesty El-Erian also mentioned that we should immediately go find two people..."

……

Inside the enormous underground cavity.

Elian, having finished explaining the mission, felt a little relieved. With his worries temporarily resolved, the key now was to prepare for the final battle against the Mind Flayer's mastermind.

First and foremost, necessary pre-war preparations are essential!
Elian suddenly raised his hand and patted Prince Elf's shoulder, casting a [Mental Barrier] on him.

"What is this?" Prince Elf asked, somewhat bewildered.

"【Mental Barrier】, a protective magic that safeguards your mind. It can resist charm, domination, suggestion, and mental attacks."

"Some legendary mind masters have ways to break through this barrier. But even in this case, the [Mind Barrier] can be greatly weakened, and even if it is affected, it can recover quickly."

As Elian spoke, he cast the spell on Helen, who was standing next to him.

As for Elion himself, he was always under the protection of this magic around the clock.

"Why would you want to add a protective spell to the mind?" Seymour asked.

El-Erian then analyzed:
"The enemy who abducted Princess Leah—whether or not the Emerald Dragon Lord—is likely a master of mind-body techniques, since they were able to distort Princess Leah's mind."

"Therefore, I suggest that all spellcasters, if they are able, cast spells that protect their minds..."

Many elves and human spellcasters, upon hearing Elian's words, felt that they made some sense and began to cast spells to protect their minds or those of their teammates.

Even if one doesn't master a high-level spell like [Mind Barrier], one can use mid- to low-level spells such as [Mechanized Mind], [Protect Body and Mind], and [Protect from Evil] instead.

These spells that protect the mind are effective even against mental effects that do not involve supernatural elements—such as seduction or fear of powerful enemies.

Hearing the chanting coming from behind him, Elian raised an eyebrow.

This is the most crucial step in preparing for the fight against Mind Flayer and the Mastermind!
He certainly didn't expect that a single long-lasting pre-battle buff would be enough to make him immune to the enemy's core abilities.

But it would be enough to cause some trouble for the mind flayers and weaken their influence to some extent.

"Is it necessary to be so cautious?" Prince Elf shrugged.

The sun elf prince slightly raised his chin, gazing at Elian and Seymour flying ahead.

A strange thought suddenly arose from the depths of my heart:

"Our team is here to rescue my sister, Princess Lia."

Why would I do that?

"Wouldn't it be better if Leah didn't come back?"

"In this way, I can become the king of the sun elves."

"Yes, compared to my overly impulsive older sister, I am more pragmatic and composed."

"I am more qualified to be the king who commands the ten great Sun Elf families!"

A dark malice was brewing in his heart.

Even the gentle and handsome moon elf, Seymour Moon Whisper, began to appear repulsive in Prince Elf's eyes:
"That month, the elves discovered that I was secretly planting bombs and trying to sabotage the establishment of diplomatic relations between humans and elves."

"This kind of thing must never be known to outsiders!"

"No, we can't let this moon elf go back alive..."

"Wait, what was I thinking about? I forgot again..."

Prince Elf's mind was in a tangled mess, with strange and unusual thoughts constantly emerging, only to be blocked and dissipated by an invisible force, making it difficult to fully control Elf's mind.

……

Directly beneath the main peak of the Emerald Mountains, in a large hollow deep underground.

Emerald, the Green Dragon Lord, stared intently at Princess Leah, who was bound to the chair, his eyes gleaming with azure psionic energy.

A vast and boundless spiritual energy, like a tsunami, is surging into Leah's consciousness and soul, destroying the beliefs she holds dear.

"Seven minutes have passed..."

"The progress is about halfway done."

"As expected of the crown prince of the Sun Elves, his will is even stronger than that of a novice legendary mage of the same level."

"But what's the use of that?"

"Before those humans and elves arrive, this Sun Elf crown prince will surely become one of us..."

Princess Lia felt the terrifying pain that seemed to tear her soul apart, and blood kept flowing from her ears and eyes.

Several times, she wanted to give up and faint. But she held onto a sliver of hope and persevered with an extraordinary willpower.

Even so, the Sun Elf crown prince gradually felt his consciousness becoming increasingly blurred:
"No, no, I can't fall down..."

"I can't become someone else, a monster who has lost myself..."

"I am the future King of the Elves, the leader of the entire Elf Kingdom..."

"If I lose myself and become someone else, the entire elven race will be in danger..."

In her delirious final moments, Princess Leah seemed to vaguely hear a voice coming from the depths of her soul.

Like...

The voice of El-Erian, the King of Men?

(End of this chapter)