Chapter 631: Chapter 631: A Touch of Sadness, As If Everything Was Staged
"Bastard! Don't go!"
Ke Lan pounded the ground in frustration. If only she were stronger, more powerful, the outcome wouldn't be like this.
She rushed to Olivia's side and saw a deep, abyssal black mist shrouding Olivia's face. The mist then merged into her body. The Evil God hadn't lied; Olivia was truly corrupted by the abyssal power.
"I won't let anything happen to you," Ke Lan said firmly.
If before she felt despair, after merging with the pet dragon, she discovered she still had room to grow, the power to slay the Evil God.
"I'm fine," Olivia said weakly.
"Not bad," Lin Fan nodded in satisfaction. "What did Ak mean by merging just now? That power was many times stronger than Ke Lan's own."
"I'm not sure. Ask him, he'll know," the Pope said.
Lin Fan knew his thinking was correct. Ke Lan had great potential. As long as she continued to grow, she would definitely meet his requirements. As for when the God of Darkness would appear, it didn't matter anymore.
Just not now.
It was too early.
The three big shots gathered together.
"How was my performance?"
Archimonde smiled. For an abyssal lord, a smile was often a sinister one. There was no joy in it. In fact, his current smile made him look rather foolish.
The Pope said, "Some parts weren't very good. We almost had a problem."
"Hmm?" Archimonde narrowed his eyes. The Pope was getting a bit arrogant. When he was first summoned, the Pope had been very humble. Since meeting Lin Fan and signing the contract, his attitude had become somewhat unpleasant.
The Pope continued, "If I hadn't reacted quickly, let's see how you would have wrapped things up."
"Don't argue. Ak performed very well. He achieved what I wanted to see," Lin Fan said with a smile, patting Ak's shoulder in gratitude.
If it weren't for their selfless dedication…
He wouldn't know when Ke Lan would grow to this level.
Therefore…
Regardless of the outcome…
He was very satisfied for now.
Hearing Lin Fan's words, the Pope's expression instantly changed. "Indeed, worthy of the Abyssal Lord Archimonde. No one else could have performed to such an extent."
In the past…
Archimonde might have felt that the Pope was indeed good with words.
But now…
He had long seen through the Pope.
Lin Fan asked, "Ak, what was that about my daughter merging with the dragon at the end?"
Archimonde explained, "It's something from ancient times. Back then, there was a special type of dragon among the dragon race, one that possessed all elemental attributes. They could form contracts with humans. When the compatibility reached a certain level, they could merge with the dragon, generating a powerful force. The dragon with Ke Lan is still too weak. When it grows up, it will be incredibly powerful."
"Oh, I see," Lin Fan said.
The Pope changed the subject. "The current situation is a bit complicated. I think this play will have to continue for a long time. Finally, I want to ask, why did you tell Ke Lan three years?"
He wanted to ask Archimonde.
He found that this guy always liked to add his own flair.
Making a big deal out of nothing.
His idea was simple.
Defeat, retreat. That's it.
Archimonde smiled. "Pressure becomes motivation. Three years should be enough time for Ke Lan to grow."
"That makes sense." The Pope had to admit that the Abyssal Lord's arbitrary actions were acceptable. He could only acknowledge that it was the right thing to do.
Who were they doing all this for?
For Lin Fan, of course.
A strong person has friends everywhere.
As long as you don't fall, everyone wants to be your true brother…
Although it sounded a bit realistic…
It was the truth.
Perhaps Archimonde and the Pope were willing to befriend Lin Fan because they were attracted to his charisma. As for what kind of charisma, maybe it was because Lin Fan was handsome.
Thinking about it carefully…
It was a possibility.
The battle at the church against the Evil God had passed.
The impact was significant.
The heroes who participated in that battle were all defeated. They had no power to resist the Evil God. But strangely, no one died in that battle.
This was the most fortunate thing.
Some said it was because of the girl with the dragon's power that they weren't killed by the Evil God.
Others said…
That the dragon warrior was very powerful and had injured the Evil God in the end.
As the situation developed…
Things became even more mysterious.
Ke Lan became famous on the continent. When people learned that this powerful warrior was of common birth, they were truly shocked, as if they hadn't expected it. At the same time, many people found it inspiring.
Who said commoners couldn't produce strong individuals?
This was solid proof.
It was just a pity they didn't know that the common-born warrior they spoke of had a father they couldn't even imagine.
The Norla Family.
Several apothecaries examined Olivia. These apothecaries were renowned masters on the continent. Faced with Olivia's condition, they all shook their heads, saying there was nothing they could do.
They truly couldn't dispel the abyssal aura within her.
Just like the Evil God had said.
Three years.
Only three years.
Ke Lan was disappointed. The hope she once had plummeted with the apothecaries' confirmation.
"I won't let anything happen to you." Ke Lan held Olivia's hand, her expression firm, as if she had made up her mind.
Olivia smiled. She didn't want Ke Lan to worry about her. "It's okay. I'm fine now."
Sylph suggested, "Why not come with me to the Elf Kingdom? I think the Water of Life can definitely dispel this aura."
Tia added, "I think we can try."
Ke Lan, upon hearing this, felt it might actually work. Olivia knew it was impossible. If the remnants of the Evil God within her were so easily dispelled, then the Evil God wouldn't be the Evil God.
But she knew she couldn't refuse, so she went with them.
They arrived at the Elf Kingdom and borrowed the Water of Life. They watched Olivia expectantly, only to be disappointed. It had no effect. After consuming the Water of Life, Olivia seemed to be in pain, as if suffering some kind of backlash.
Seeing her companions worried for her, Olivia kept a smile on her face. She hoped her smile would reassure them. I'm fine. It's not as bad as you think. Even if I only have three years, it's okay. It's good that we met.
Archimonde, now playing the role of the Evil God, hadn't returned to the abyss. In the Pope's words, it was, You are not suitable to return to the abyss now. You need to stay here.
Find a harsh and terrifying place as your base of operations.
Tell everyone your location.
Just wait for Ke Lan to gradually become stronger, and when she reaches a certain level, she will come to you for a great battle.
If you're elusive, who knows where you are.
Archimonde wanted to crush the Pope's head.
Damn it.
You dog!
I am an Abyssal Lord. I have many things to do in the abyss. You want me to stay here for three years? Do you know how much this will affect my standing in the abyss?
After all, I still have to conquer more territory.
But when he saw Lin Fan's gaze, he silently nodded in agreement. He could only say… Okay, no problem.
It's only three years.
As long as you, Lin Fan, ask, thirty years is not a problem. After all, we are best friends.
The Village.
Lin Fan stayed in the village, living an ordinary life.
Ke Lan returned.
Although Ke Lan was the same as usual, with a smile on her face, Lin Fan could see that she wasn't happy inside. It seemed she was anxious about her companion.
At the dinner table…
"Dad, I might not be able to come back for three years," Ke Lan said, looking down at her food.
Lin Fan asked, "Did something happen?"
"No, it's just that the academy wants me to go to another empire's academy for an exchange program. I need to go for a long time," Ke Lan lied, not wanting to worry her father.
"Oh, that's good. It's okay. If you have things to do, go ahead and do them. I'm fine here. I can take good care of myself," Lin Fan said.
He felt sorry for his daughter, but there was nothing he could do. He had to leave after completing his mission. He couldn't stay with her forever. He could only let her grow stronger so he could leave with peace of mind.
"Dad, I'm sorry. I haven't spent much time with you." Ke Lan's eyes reddened. She thought about how her father had cared for her when she was young. Growing up, she wanted to succeed in her studies and then give her father a good life, staying by his side. But until now… she hadn't done it. Instead, she had to stay away from home.
She might not even see her father for several years.
She felt she hadn't done enough.
Suddenly…
A warm hand rested on her head.
"Ke Lan, focus on your own things. You have friends, people who believe in you. Don't let anyone down," Lin Fan comforted Ke Lan. He almost wanted to tell her, Child, why don't you stop cultivating? Your father will watch you grow old for a hundred years. If you continue cultivating like this, you will live a very long time, and your father really doesn't have that much time to accompany you.
That dream messed with your father's mind, making me forget many people.
This can't happen again.
So…
Get stronger.
Ke Lan said, "Yes, I know. I'll work hard. I won't disappoint anyone who believes in me. But I need to be away for a long time, and I'm afraid you'll be lonely."
Lin Fan smiled. "It's okay. The villagers are all here with me. Come back when you're done, and I'll prepare your favorite food."
"Okay."
Ke Lan was strong. No matter what difficulties she faced, she had never cried. But now… she really wanted to cry. In her eyes, she hadn't let anyone down, except for the father who raised her.
Lin Fan wasn't a good actor, but he could remain calm. In this calm demeanor, everything felt so real.
Director: The Pope.
Financier: Lin Fan.
Child!!!
The true mastermind behind it all is your father, and you're still in the dark. It really gives one a touch of sadness.
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