Chapter 659 - 350: Upheaval in the Underdark (2)

Chapter 659: Chapter 350: Upheaval in the Underdark (2)

At this moment, a messenger hurriedly entered and whispered a few words into Brute Hammer the Second’s ear.

Upon learning from Raine about the major events happening in the Underdark, the Mountain Dwarf Kingdom fully mobilized its relations and intelligence agencies in the Underdark, soon acquiring the latest intelligence.

"Taros III personally visited the Underdark, defeated the projection of the descending Rose, and reportedly acquired a thread of divinity from Rose’s descent, while the Drow Elves were completely defeated."

"It seems Taros is soon to step into the realm of a demigod." Brute Hammer the Second sighed heavily, his face grave.

"Hmm?"

The knife and fork in Raine’s hand paused, and he looked up at Brute Hammer the Second, surprise flashing in his eyes.

Princess Dongni similarly looked up at her father, shock written on her face.

Seeing the inquisitive expressions on both Raine and his daughter Dongni, Brute Hammer the Second pondered for a moment, explaining, "You should know that after reaching the peak of legend, to progress further, one must become a demigod."

"But this requires energy of divinity as fuel to ignite the divine fire in one blow. And each time a projection of a divine being descends, it’s formed from a thread of divinity. I didn’t expect Taros III to target the Spider Queen."

"Is that why Taros III attacked the Drow Elves?" Princess Dongni couldn’t help but blink her bright eyes, asking her father.

"There might be other reasons, but I believe this is one of the main reasons." Brute Hammer the Second nodded, his expression grave, "If I’m correct, next, the Urein Empire will also attack the major clans of Gray Dwarves."

"Is the divine energy from the Spider Queen’s projection not enough?" Raine raised an eyebrow, asking.

"Not enough. Aside from accumulated experience, seizing divinity can greatly speed up this process. However, I’m puzzled why Taros III chose the Spider Queen, as the projection of weaker divine beings should logically be a more suitable target."

Upon hearing this, for some reason, Raine couldn’t help but think of the young man who obtained the Son of Qiqimaike.

If he could reasonably utilize the Isolation Divine Power, wouldn’t it be easy to surround and kill a divine being’s projection?

"Your Majesty Brute Hammer, why do you seem to hold concerns regarding Taros III’s step into becoming a demigod?" Raine couldn’t help but ask.

Although the Urein Empire acts in a brutal style, in terms of danger level, shouldn’t the Talin Association and the Black Fist Army rank first?

"Taros III is very ambitious and will definitely not be satisfied with the successes achieved in the Underdark. According to my judgment, soon, the continent will ignite with war, plunging into chaos!"

What?

Raine didn’t expect Brute Hammer the Second to be so pessimistic about the upcoming situation.

"Is there no way to stop the Urein Empire?" Princess Dongni asked.

"Almost none. Because unless someone on the continent steps into becoming a demigod faster than Taros III, perhaps then it might be possible to prevent his subsequent actions. But on the Valzeg Continent, Taros III is likely the closest person to becoming a demigod."

"Even father can’t?"

"Silly child, I’m only mid-legendary. Despite having the Divine Artifact Shattering Hammer, the Urein Empire’s Forbidden Evil Words Blade isn’t just an ordinary divine artifact. Overall, I’m at least two levels behind Taros III."

Two levels behind?

Raine immediately felt tense inside!

Even with Brute Hammer the Second’s combat powers, he’s that far behind Taros III?

An urgent sense arose in Raine’s heart.

If the continental situation really develops as Brute Hammer the Second predicts...

Oak Village, Mill Town, Dorne City, and even the Soladin Kingdom would be engulfed in war.

Recalling Uncle Gates handing over the coin pouch with his coarse big hand when leaving Oak Village, the little girl Lisa’s reluctant farewells, and Village Chief Kael’s earnest exhortations on behalf of the village.

Recalling Mill Town, sharing a dinner toast at Fireplace Bar with Reya, and confronting Wild Boar People with Fabian, along with exploring abandoned mines side-by-side.

Recalling Dorne City’s Elise taking him to buy the Obsidian Shield at the Iron Furnace Workshop, and the scene of breaking into Olsen Clan Castle to rescue Baron Olsen...

Recalling these scenes, Raine’s heart surged with hot blood.

’Need to hurry up!’

’I’m just missing the Green Dragon and Black Dragon, after which, if fusion succeeds, my combat power should exceed His Majesty Brute Hammer.’

After this spar with Brute Hammer the Second, Raine basically clarified his own combat power tier. Without magic, he’s slightly weaker than Brute Hammer the Second without using the Divine Artifact Shattering Hammer.

If he uses magic, he can essentially match Brute Hammer the Second using the Shattering Hammer’s special effects.

’First deal with the Elder Green Dragon "King of Poison Vines" Slax!’

’As long as I don’t first fuse the Multi-colored Giant Dragon Bloodline, Dragon Mother shouldn’t descend with a projection again.’ Raine pondered to himself.

Just after the spar concluded this morning, he reviewed why he had attracted Dragon Mother Tiamat’s attention, pondering for a long time before coming to two potential conclusions.

One is that the moment he fused out the Multi-colored Giant Dragon Bloodline, it triggered some kind of connection and constraint from the top-tier bloodline.

But evidently, this trigger was light; otherwise, when Dragon Mother Tiamat descended, she would have directly targeted him.

Secondly, too many Legendary Giant Dragons died in a short time, drawing Dragon Mother’s attention. After all, aside from the distant Age of Dragons, Valzeg Continent has never had a situation where three Legendary Giant Dragons die within a week!

’If it’s the second situation, acting alone wouldn’t be wise; it’s best to find some forces to participate together.’

’Right, in the description of "King of Poison Vines" Slax, it mentions repeatedly escaping the combined pursuit of Elf Queen Bessany and Great Druid Irabien? Find the Elf Alliance?’

Suddenly, this thought emerged in Raine’s mind.

’Though Reya once studied archery in the Elf Forest, it’s far from reaching the level of an Elf Empress. Better let Leonore try to help establish contact.’

...

After having lunch in the Mountain Dwarf Royal Palace, Raine proposed a farewell, and soon, he cast Teleportation Spell back to Dorne City.

Soon, he found Leonore in the corridor discussing matters with Ilgerina.

"Leonore, do you know any high-ranking members of the Elf Forest?" Without skirting around Ilgerina, Raine directly asked.

"Hmm?" Leonore’s bright lake-blue eyes looked at Raine, momentarily unsure of his purpose.

"I want to ally with the elves to kill ’King of Poison Vines’ Slax." Raine didn’t hide his intention from Leonore and Ilgerina.

"Raine, although half a day ago we successfully killed the Legendary White Dragon, the problem is, Dragon Mother has descended as a projection. If we go to kill the Elder Green Dragon Slax, wouldn’t it..."

"That’s also why I want to contact the Elf Forest." Raine smiled.

"Well...alright. I really don’t know why you’re so obsessed with killing Giant Dragons." Ilgerina shrugged, showing a helpless smile, "Leave this matter to me."

"Hmm?" Raine looked in surprise at Ilgerina, then at Leonore who was smiling silently at the side.

Wait, you’re a Drow, can you contact the high-ranking members of the Elf Forest?

It’s known that just like the relationship between Gray Dwarves and Surface Dwarves in the Underdark, the relationship between Drow and Surface Elves is quite hostile.

Though of the same origin, meeting almost always ends in a call to arms!

If the historical grievances and enmity between Gray Dwarves and Surface Dwarves can fill three thick books, then the story of Drow and Surface Elves could fill a book the height of a human.

"Mr. Raine, do you know why the Harpers Alliance is called Harpers?" Ilgerina asked with a playful smile.

"Is it because the founders liked playing the harp?"

"Correct."

"No way, could the leader of the Harpers Alliance be the Elf Empress?" Raine asked, astonished.

"That’s not the case, but it’s not far from it either; it’s Great Druid Irabien." Possibly because Raine had amazed her too many times before, this time, Ilgerina seemed quite satisfied with his reaction.

She took out a Communication Crystal Stone and asked, "Mr. Raine, when do you plan to go to the Elf Forest?"

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