Chris's Faith of Fire

By the time I realized it, I had already reached the depths of the forest.

"Oops, where are we?" I turned my head in panic, because I no longer knew where I came from while walking among the trees.

Only the scent of flowers continues to pull me deeper, deeper into the forest...

The fragrance of flowers became more and more intense. After a while, I noticed something different. The bright light in front did not look like it was between the trees. I pushed aside the branches that swept into my face. I walked forward quickly... If If any insect falls down, he might actually burn down the entire forest in panic.

Fortunately, there was an open space in front of him as expected, which reduced his pressure.

I leaned over and looked there. It looked like a garden... The strong floral fragrance must have come from here. The neatly arranged lilies and irises made me guess that someone lived here.

At this time, the little squirrel just broke into my field of vision again. It trotted all the way to the front. It didn't stop until I saw a pair of boots...it leaned against the boots.

He raised his head and took a few steps.

There stood a man with dazzling blond hair and a tall figure...with a gentle smile that was rare among fairies.

A smile that makes people feel reassured.

"Hello, are you lost?" he asked gently. Looking at him wearing gardening clothes and holding a watering can in his hand, I was sure that this male goblin was the manager of this flower garden.

Her cheeks turned red with embarrassment. She must have looked stupid for suddenly emerging from the woods before she noticed him.

"Hug, I'm sorry... it was Leafaria, the leader of the Night Clan, who brought me here. When we got to the roadside, she wanted to take Afa to drink water. By the way! Afa is a deer and her mount!"

"Huhu~" With a smile that was almost as light as breathing, the man nodded. "It turns out that you are the legendary saint."

"Ah...no, I mean, although it is...but..." I am not such a great person. I want to say this, but I can't control myself. Such a mature and gentle smile is really a thing for a girl. Big killer, just standing here I could feel the warmth on my face. Because I was too shy, I could only answer her awkwardly, "Well... my name is Crystal."

Still smiling gently, he slowly approached and stretched out his long, white palm.

"My name is Randall. I love flowers very much, especially beautiful flowers like you."

Chapter 290 285. Fairy Tribe——9

"Beautiful, beautiful flowers!" I accidentally exclaimed. I really didn't expect that a person with a gentle smile like him could talk like this. It would be great if Fami said the same thing... Forget it, he didn't come here at all. It doesn't look like that.

By the way, why do I still think of Fami at this time? He is obviously just an arrogant little devil...

After noticing my expression, Mr. Randall still put on his smile, "Yes, although I have been taking care of all kinds of flowers, this is the first time I have seen one as cute and beautiful as you."

"You're too flattering, sir..." I don't know why, even though I don't have romantic feelings for him and don't want to go any further, but now I can't refuse this obvious compliment.

He put down the watering can in his hand, and the squirrel jumped up on his shoulder nimbly. Randall stroked its head, "Oh, look at you, leading the distinguished guest astray, but you can let me see Crystal." Thank you very much for this, miss.”

Any words that were exaggerated and embarrassing came out of his mouth so naturally. The man's tall and thin body and slightly curly short golden hair looked like a handsome man that only appeared in fairy tales.

He smiled and then tapped the fence on one side with his fingers. After a while, tables and chairs floated into the air.

"Is this...magical power furniture?" I asked him, Randall still nodded with a smile.

"That's right, isn't there any outside?"

I nodded to this. No one would waste magic gems on furniture like tables and chairs. There is no point in letting things that should not be moved fly in the sky, except when moving... But if you have the ability to use this kind of furniture Will the superior nobles still fill a cart with wood when moving?I think they would rather buy a new one locally to prevent their favorite dresser from falling apart during the trip.

"Human beings are a nation that pays great attention to work efficiency. I have been to the empire once. It was probably hundreds of years ago. Do you want to hear what I have to say? Although it is a very boring topic, I have also prepared refreshments." He said I washed my hands with magic and picked up the teapot from the table. At the same time, a basket floated over, containing baked golden cookies.

This scene is almost like Alice in Wonderland...but the person who brought me here was not Mr. Rabbit but Mr. Squirrel, and I met not the Queen of Hearts but a very gentle man.

"I'd be happy to do it, but if I make Ms. Leafalia wait impatiently." I looked embarrassed.

"Don't worry." Randall pulled out the chair and asked me to sit over. "The nearest spring from here will take half a moment. I will send you back in a while."

Such perfect words are so tempting, I almost wonder if Lyfaria sent me here on purpose.

But she had absolutely no motive for doing so.

I picked up a piece of biscuit, which smelled as fresh as flowers. I felt a little embarrassed to eat in front of men, especially in front of such a handsome, polite and mature man.

……

Mr. Randall lives in this forest, not far from his house. He discovered the clearing in the forest and planted these flowers. He said that he longed for such a life.

I said that even among the elves who live leisurely, it is rare to see people who live such an emotional life like him. The elves smiled happily this time and said that he was not like this at all a long time ago.

"At that time, I was just like other young fairies, arrogant...with a prejudice against humans, and also very stubborn."

"So you went out? I remember that goblins who left Erin were considered exiles and could never come back to this island."

Jimena did tell me this, it was a rule that couldn't be broken.

"That's true, but my travels were before this rule, and I didn't continue to live in the village with such a criminal record." Taking a sip of scented tea, I realized that I had said something inappropriate.

"I'm so sorry, I shouldn't have mentioned this."

Randall shook his head, "No, I don't feel regret or sadness. You don't need to mind. Human beings are like flowers in this garden...beautiful. Although they are short-lived, the fragrance they emit will last forever." remember."

"Alas, this is the first time I heard someone from the Fairy Tribe say such a thing."

"Although we have all lived for a long time, if we don't see the world with our own eyes, we won't understand anything. I know this better than anyone else."

I nodded. His evaluation of the human race was so high that I didn’t know what to say. The discomfort I felt when being belittled by the fairies seemed to disappear in an instant.

"But Mr. Randall, you finally came back?"

"Hmm." Again, he didn't mind me asking. "It's a pity that there are too many wars. I have to find a place to stay. It's peaceful and relaxing. Although it's a bit boring, it's just right for an old man like me."

"Where..." You still look very young, I said it like this, but this sentence makes people feel very superficial just in my head. I don't want to be misunderstood by him as someone who only cares about appearance. girl.

All the fairies have excellent appearances, but he was the only one who caught my attention and made me feel like I had spent a pleasant afternoon. I wanted to express this feeling even more.

"Why don't you tell me about Miss Crystal?" Seeing that I had no more topics to talk about, he took the initiative to ask.

“You can ask about everything except age and weight~”

"Haha, of course. Human gentlemanly etiquette is also common among fairies." As if he was really amused by my words, Randall picked up the biscuit and put it into his mouth for the first time. His behavior was elegant and elegant. Polite... He didn't show his teeth until he swallowed the snack. "Where is Miss Crystal's hometown?"

"The Land of Fire, Garnet!" I didn't think twice, but at the same time I was afraid that he wouldn't know. After all, he was a fairy who had lived for a long time. Maybe he hadn't heard of this name when he went to the mainland... Our country It’s just over 200 years of history.

"That's the land of the northern continent. It's a little cold but the people are very welcoming. The specialty is Alaste beef and delicious potatoes. I like to bake them."

"Sounds great~"

"Well, it's a pity...that land is now occupied by the Demon King's army, and my sister is resisting them."

My mood also became gloomy when I talked about this. Randall did not use that kind of cheap comfort. The moment he heard it, what appeared on his face was genuine sadness.

"Losing your hometown is an extremely sad thing for anyone. It is precisely because of our hometown that we dare to venture into the world."

"You are right. In order to restore the country, I must awaken the power of the brave."

"I hope the wind will accompany you on your journey."

Chapter 291 286. Fairy Tribe——10

Mr. Randall knew how to speak, his words were generally short, and he seemed more charming as a listener than when he was the speaker.

I've been talking to myself for almost this long.

"...So, therefore, I left that guy Fami behind." I talked about the previous trip, and Mr. Randall smiled slightly.

He pinched the tea cup with his fingers and put it down gently, "It's really interesting, but I think that boy named Fami really loves you, Miss Chris."

"I don't...I run to other girls whenever I have free time." My cheeks swelled.

Randall bit into a biscuit again, and his expression became calm as if he remembered something.

"Because it is precisely because of excellence that other girls pursue you, right? The person Miss Crystal falls in love with must be someone who is excellent enough for you."

"I don't like him..." His cheeks became more and more rounded.

"Haha, but if you just give up like this, it will be really easy to be taken away by other girls. From the story just now, we can see that Fami can go through life and death for you, of course she loves you... and I think even you Even if you give up on him, he won’t give up on you.”

"Huh?" The last half of the sentence was spoken so softly that I almost couldn't hear it, but he had no intention of answering anymore.

Randall stood up and said, "We have been chatting for a while. Let me take you back. If you wait a little longer, Lyfallia will probably be impatient."

"Well!" I suddenly remembered something and turned my head, "By the way, can I come again when I have time?"

He showed his trademark gentle smile again.

"welcome any time."

Mr. Randall left after sending me out of the forest. He said it was not easy for him to meet Lifaria. How long had he lived here alone?Isn't it because you haven't seen anyone else before?

I turned around and looked at the squirrel that ran up the tree again, and the same smile appeared on my face. A charming person can make others feel good...even if they are just his guests.

It was just a holy moment when Lyfaria returned with her stag. Although she did not complain because she had a great time, it was too long.

"It seems you haven't been standing here all the time." She actually said this.

"Of course, because I don't have a life span of thousands of years, time is very precious to me."

"I deeply apologize for my rudeness. The previous spring has dried up. I took some time to investigate... However, you who have inherited the Flame Elf are eternal." As she said this, she stretched out her hand to help me get on the mount. .

I took her hand and rode on Ai Fa, "But you asked me to hand it over."

"Huh, it's just necessary for the brave awakening ceremony... If the angels are still here, we don't need to do this at all, but don't you regret it?"

"Regret is a feeling that occurs after something has happened."

She paused and changed her words, "So, aren't you afraid that you will regret it? Eternal life and strength, as well as the admiration of others." As she said this, the stag Aefa had started running again, and he was like a gust of wind. , the journey of more than ten miles is just around the corner.

Listening to the howling wind, I hesitated for a while before opening my mouth, "But in exchange for hope, my own growth...and the right to pursue love."

"Huhu." I saw her smile for the first time, "What little girls pursue is not love."

"But I'm not a little girl."

She no longer answered, but rode Aifa steadily toward the village of the Night Tribe with that calm expression.

The difference between the villages of the Black Night Clan and the White Night Clan is that their houses are at the base of giant trees instead of branches, deep in the Black Forest, which is a dozen or so far away from Eden.People here were surprised for about three seconds when they saw me, and then turned back to do their own things.

After arriving at the destination, Lyfaria took her mount aside. The elk lowered its head obediently and then strolled away.

"Actually, I just wanted to ask, your mount has no reins... I mean, Aifa, won't he run away?"

Leafaria didn't blink as if she was used to being asked questions. "Only slaves are put on the reins. For friends, even if you don't force them, they will help you willingly."

"So you had to take him to drink water just now?"

"Yes, because this is not his obligation. We are more like a symbiotic relationship."

Continuing to talk may only make one party unhappy, so I stopped asking her. My interest in this village is far greater than what she said.

I am an outsider, probably the first outsider besides the last hero. The life of the black fairies is in the form of settlements. They have several villages, but the total number of people does not exceed 1000.

It is the nature of fairies to make trees their home. Not letting themselves get close to nature may make them very uncomfortable. However, after understanding it, I found out that this is just because they rely on mana far more than humans. If they do not obtain mana from nature, They have difficulty extending their lifespan.

"I will let you live in the library, and there will be a girl who will take care of you... If you can, you can wander around as you like. I don't restrict your freedom like the White Night Clan, but essentially the girl will urge you to complete the course. In fact, Just a few words..."

After she finished speaking, she pointed to a giant tree on the side. The tree was bigger than the surrounding trees. She walked in front, and everyone saluted. After entering with a lamp, Lyfaria greeted the people inside.

"Sani, Sani!" She shouted twice before I heard the footsteps. The girl had slightly pinkish gray hair. She had a different kind of vitality compared to the others. Although her skin color was also wheat-colored, she was younger. She looks lighter, and she still looks like a young girl, because her cute round eyes look like she has not yet left the confusion of adolescence.

"Hello, elder..."

"I have brought Her Highness Saint Chris here, and you are responsible for her education... If you don't know how to teach her, please refer to the third volume of Chronicles in the library and teach her to read all the lines recorded there. Lifaria said, and Sani was startled.

"What you are doing is not in line with tradition!" she said hesitantly, to which Lyfallia just snorted again, "Not everyone has to follow tradition."

"What will happen if people from the Baiye Clan come to your door?"

"If you give that bastard Ge Oxi to me, I'll swat him back like a fly. As for the others, it's up to you. Those guys are not worth my while."

"Eh!"

Sure enough, the relationship between the fairies is very bad, it seems that it is more than just a rumor.

What Lifallia said was not a bargain, but her subsequent arrangements. Although Sani was dissatisfied, she still nodded and said, "I understand."

Of course she was very helpless. Serving the so-called Holy Lady was a thankless job, and it was a long time ago... She couldn't find any precedents, so she could only rely on the descriptions and words in a few books to formulate the curriculum.

"Um, Lyfaria... why don't you give her the information you prepared? It would be too unkind to let her do it step by step." I spoke. It was too stupid for two novices to fumble together. , I want to minimize the detours I have to take.

"Information, what do you mean?" She didn't seem to understand what I meant at all.

"About what I have to learn on the day of the ceremony, you can't possibly not know... You came here instead of Atajel in the morning... huh?" Sani's expression was strange when she mentioned Atajel. , but soon Lyfaria stood in front of me.

She blocked Sani's face, "Yes, but Atajel is not here now. He has not prepared anything..."

"How could..." I swallowed this sentence, Lifaria's face was not joking, Atajel's matter must have involved something, did he do something without me knowing?Now that I think about it, he was acting crazy when he came to talk to me last night.

I should have asked clearly, but Lifaria's expression was completely opposite to that. She waved her hand, "I brought you here today largely because of this matter. 12 days is enough...a few mantras." That's all, just let those etiquette be casual... If the Baiye clan dares to say anything, I will help you beat them until their noses are bruised and their faces are swollen."