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The banquet began, and Tallinn took his seat with ease.

After sitting in the main seat and exchanging brief pleasantries and eating for a while, Lupe turned his attention back to Tallinn and asked, "Mr. Tallinn, what is it that you want to help us?"

"Because this world is in imminent danger." Tallinn was not annoyed by Lupe's repeated questioning.

To be honest, if Tallinn were like Lupe, faced with a stranger's sudden kindness and help, especially since the stranger claimed to be a prophet—in an ordinary world without extraordinary powers—Tallinn's first reaction would be to call the police to report a cult.

Similarly, Tarlin could sense that Lupe's guard had lowered after witnessing the techniques he had demonstrated.

While not entirely convinced of his own prophetic identity, he was at least certain that he was not just a superficial person who could only spout empty words.

Thinking it over, Tarin then said, "In the Noxian calendar, five thousand years ago, the Celestial Warriors of Shurima rose from the desert, and the people of Ixtal decided to establish a friendly and allied relationship with Shurima. However, the Ancient Lord Skarner objected, but respected the people's choice."

Tarin learned about Runeterra's timeline through related setting books. And within those books, the Noxian calendar was used.

Although not entirely accurate, it is now the most reliable timeline record officially recognized, so Tallinn used it directly.

After all, prophecy,

Upon hearing this, Lupe was slightly taken aback. Although she didn't know why Tallinn had suddenly brought it up from five thousand years ago, after a moment of recollection, Lupe nodded and then asked:

"Yes, but what does that have to do with the present?"

Tarin did not answer, but simply gestured for Lupe not to rush, and then continued, "Two thousand five hundred years ago, Icathia rebelled against the tyranny of Shurima, and the Third Void War broke out. Countless people died on the continent of Shurima, and the once-powerful Shurima Empire fell into decline. Ixtal took the opportunity to regain its independence."

Hearing this, Lupe frowned in confusion: "A third time? No... Wasn't this the first time for Icathia? If not, then how did the previous two times come about?!"

"The first time happened in Freljord, and the second time happened on Mount Targon," Tarin said unhurriedly. "Of course, these are just fragments I've seen. In some unrecorded histories, the Void may have had contact with the material realm long ago. I think the ancient lord Skarner would know more about this."

After hearing Tallinn's explanation, Lupe nodded thoughtfully.

She knew that Tallinn was showing him some verifiable, ancient information known only to a very few people.

Although Lupe cannot verify this at the moment, he knows very well that if what Tallinn said is true, then it represents a great deal.

Because some of this information was something even he, as a former Yuntar, had never known...

Seeing Lupe deep in thought, Tallinn continued:

Five hundred years after the Icathian Rebellion, Azir, the restorer of Shurima, fell during his Ascension. Fifteen hundred years later, the surviving Ascended fell and became the Darkin.

One hundred and fifty years after the Darkin War ended, Runeterra descended into warlordism, with Thane Uzul becoming king. Three hundred years after Uzul's death, the Great Collapse of Hyria occurred, and twelve years later, the Rune Wars broke out…

As he listened to Tallinn's words, Lupe's face showed a thoughtful expression.

Although Ixtal was isolated from the world, it did not mean that the Ixtalites were completely unaware of the outside world.

In fact, it's the complete opposite.

Although the vast majority of commoners, scholars, or even 99.999% of the people in Yuental believed that the outside world was just a post-apocalyptic wasteland filled with violence and conflict, the ruling class of Yuental knew very well what the outside world was really like.

Its sacred relic, the Vidarian Loom, can be used to test whether scholars are qualified to become Yuntars and weave elements to enhance the power of sacred armor. In addition, it can also allow users to see scenes thousands of miles away through the ley lines.

Or rather, growing up in a cultural environment where "the outside world is a post-apocalyptic wasteland," and then suddenly seeing that the outside world has actually developed a completely different civilization in terms of magic, knowledge, and technology. This cognitive and intellectual shock is also part of the Yuntar assessment.

In this situation, although Ishtar began to close its borders as early as 2,500 AD, it never stopped observing the outside world.

"The time intervals between many disasters are getting shorter and shorter."

Tallinn said, "And in the many fragments I have seen, almost all of these disasters will erupt simultaneously, frequently, and continuously over the next century."

"Um?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Pei realized something, and a look of astonishment flashed in her eyes.

"I see war spreading from steel fortresses, the Darkin rising from their slumber, the ice plains being torn apart by hatred, and tranquility being shattered by conflict... Even Ixtal cannot remain unscathed."

Tallinn said calmly, "I want to live a peaceful life, to enjoy this world, to enjoy the hunt, and to be with those I love and those who love me. So, I will try to unite the forces that can be united."

"And now, I need an opportunity to reach the upper echelons of Ixtal—through the invasion of that Void creature. But here I unexpectedly discovered Milio, this child who is so crucial to the future of Ixtal, so I want to help you."

After a pause, Tarin added, "Of course, you can choose to refuse. I won't press the matter further. Ultimately, I just need to spread the word about the Void Creatures, and Ishtar will naturally send Yuntars to contact me."

"So let's make a decision now: whether we stand together." Tallinn looked at Lupe, his gaze calm and unwavering.

"If you deny it, we will part ways once the messenger from Ixokhen arrives, and the beasts will not linger here. If you are willing to unite with me, then I am also willing to help Milio realize his talent and bring it to Ixokhen so that people may know about it."

Upon hearing this, Lupe took a deep breath, fully realizing the meaning behind Tallinn's question.

Then, Lupe nodded and said, "The Rune family is willing to be a part of this force."

Although Lupe still had unresolved questions after hearing what Tallinn said, it did not mean that he had lost his ability to make judgments.

The reason is simple: if we continue to waste time like this, the family may really have no future.

Located in a remote mountainous border region, lacking 'Sos' and other related magical resources for teaching and enlightenment, Milio is the only child among all the descendants of the family who can achieve elemental resonance solely through his own potential.

What Milio awakens, however, is the axiom of fire, which Lupe is unaware of—a subject that Lupe's sister, Luné, excels at.

Meanwhile, Milio was still unable to comprehend the formulas of the old primordial axioms...

In fact, even before Tarlin arrived here, Lupe had already given up on teaching, accepting in his heart that the family would decline and disappear from the once illustrious Yuen family, which had produced two Yuen Tars, into an unknown village that vanished into the border jungle of Yuen Tar.

But is Lupe really willing to accept it?

No.

In the story, when Milio awakens the power of the Healing Flame and reveals the prototype of a new primordial axiom, Lupe immediately designs and builds the Backfire, allowing Milio to embark on the road to Ixokon, thus ending the family's exile.

From frugality to luxury is easy, from luxury to frugality.

Having once stood at the pinnacle of glory and power, how could Lupe possibly accept the decline and annihilation of his family...?

It's just that there wasn't a chance.

Now, with his only chance in his life before him, Lupe couldn't be sure whether what Tarin said was true or false, but he had already witnessed the knowledge, skills, and abilities that Tarin possessed.

Lupe was willing to take the gamble.

At worst... it would simply mean maintaining the status quo called exile.

Thinking this, Lupe lowered his stance and asked kindly, "Speaking of which, I don't know where Mr. Tallinn is from?"

After talking for so long, Lupe realized more or less that Tarlin was definitely not the hunter from the nearby area that the old merchant had described.

While Ixtal's protective green wall can block most magic and human surveillance, occasionally some lucky individuals will accidentally slip through.

Compared to being able to see fragments of the past and future, Tallinn's ability to pass through the Green Wall is not so surprising.

Tallinn fell silent for a moment before saying, "Let's just say... you could call me an Ionian."

The idea that he came from another world was somewhat horrifying no matter how you looked at it, and Tallinn had no intention of adding any unnecessary trouble. Among the many city-states of Runeterra, Ionia, as a collection of Asian cities, was the only place that could evoke a trace of homesickness in Tallinn.

Upon hearing Tallinn's words, Lupe nodded thoughtfully, then glanced at the dining table and slowly extended his hand.

Accompanied by the rhythmic movement of the earthy yellow halo, the fish head on the table then aligned itself with Tallinn.

Tallinn: "..."

After a moment of silence, Tarin sighed and rubbed his temples, saying, "There's no need for that... Even in the place of origin, only some older people care about these things now."

"I see." Upon hearing this, Lupe nodded with some surprise, then shook his head and said, "Even for Yuntar, the use of Vidarion requires rigorous review. What I've seen of Ionia's traditions is only a part of it, so please don't mind any strange details."

"It's fine."

Tallinn rubbed his temples and said, "It really does make one feel exceptionally... homesick."

Seeing that Tarlin's demeanor seemed genuine, Lupe nodded to himself, somewhat confirming Tarlin's identity.

Ordinary people might not know this, but as a Yuntar, Lupe certainly does. Ionia is comparable to Ixtal in terms of antiquity and isolation. And in that magical land known as the First Land... it is rare, but not incomprehensible, for it to have given birth to such a wondrous being as the Prophet.

After all, according to Ish Oken's records, the spiritual leader there was himself a legendary and powerful prophet who passed down his memories and experiences from generation to generation.

Thinking this, Lu Pei stood up and said, "Then let's not delay, I'll use magic to contact some old friends from the past."

When Lupe spoke of old friends, a complex look flashed in his eyes. Clearly, because his family had been exiled and lost their former power, these so-called old friends were not as "friends" as Lupe described.

However, this matter concerns the Void Creatures and the future of the family, so Lupe is prepared to face anything.

Thinking this, Lupe asked, "Speaking of which, may I reveal some information about you to them?"

"Of course," Tallinn said. "We come with good intentions, there's nothing to hide."

Tallinn's composure put Lupe at ease, and he nodded in acknowledgment before leaving the banquet.

Tarlin then ate a few bites before leaving the banquet to check on Nidalee and the beasts' condition outside.

At first, Tarlin didn't take it seriously, but soon he noticed that Nidalee seemed to be acting strangely.

"What's wrong?" Tarin asked, approaching Nidalee. "You don't seem to be in a good mood?"

"Um."

Upon hearing Tarin's question, Nidalee nodded, then stared at the herd of beasts for a while, her brows furrowed with solemnity and reverence.

"Something's wrong with the herd."

"What's going on?" Tallinn asked.

"Something has infiltrated the herd," Nidalee said. "Actually, I noticed it yesterday, but we were in the process of migrating at the time. After nightfall, I did a quick count of the herd and, after confirming that no cubs had fallen behind, I didn't think much of it."

"But when we arrived at the village today and were counting the animals, I could clearly sense that there were some strange auras among them."

After hearing Nidalee's description, Tarin nodded thoughtfully, then turned his gaze to the horde of beasts.

Including Nidalee, the current pack consists of forty-one Pakarin cats, with more than twenty young and cubs. Counting them isn't difficult, but Nidalee's beast instincts sensed something was wrong, yet she couldn't find any obvious traces...

Thinking this, Tarlin raised an eyebrow.

Then, gazing at the herd, she called out loudly, "Nico? Is that you? Are you here?"

Hearing an unfamiliar name from Tarlin, Nidalee raised an eyebrow. Meanwhile, in the herd, a kitten hiding in the shadows behind its mother cat twitched its ears.

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