Chapter 2298 - 98: Crow's Prophecy I_2

Fang Hong couldn't help but think that perhaps this was precisely why Miss Sicape and Mr. Kroid found him peculiar. Invokers akin to the pioneers of the past had become increasingly rare in this era. The notion of Free Summoners endeavoring to enter the Second World seemed as far-fetched as a pipe dream.

Not to mention individuals, even guilds like Tabopolis had become fewer, with only one or two examples in the past decade. Yet at least people still had some hope back then; after the Super Competitive League further constricted the survival space for Free Summoners, such possibilities became almost nonexistent. Just a glance at the current predicament of the Oak Knights and one would understand.

Perhaps it is precisely because of this that the decision by the Super Competitive League this time will cause such a stir among Free Summoners.

Even if the hope is slim, there is still a glimmer of chance, but if this possibility is completely cut off, the outcome might feel desperate and suffocating to ordinary summoners. Even though this opportunity might have nothing to do with most people, they can still feel a penetrating chill.

The unrest in the Southern Region is uncertain as to how long it will last, even though in the northern Kingdom, the integration between the Descendants of Flor and the Rainbow Alliance doesn't seem smooth sailing.

Thinking of this, Fang Hong couldn't help but look at Shaya walking ahead. The latter also fell back a step, came to his side, and spoke without turning her head: "Don't look at your title of Dragon's Alchemist being widely known. But actually, in the Northern Territory, your experiences in Dolifen are more legendary. After all, most people have heard of that story, some have even personally experienced that Phantom Realm."

Fang Hong believed this remark, as one of the three major 'instances' of Colin Ishurian, with rich rewards and a story so intricate and strange, any capable summoner in the Northern Territory would likely choose to go.

However, that Phantom Realm has already been dispelled by him, and the so-called 'instance' no longer exists. He was not sure whether he would become an enemy of the Northern Territory summoners due to this, yet did not expect others to regard it as legend.

Shaya was not surprised by his words: "Indeed there are those few who think that way, but they are in the minority. The rewards of Dolifen's Phantom Realm were abundant, but merely at the level of ordinary adventures. The Adventurers' Association has numerous tasks, why would they care about this one Phantom Realm? And those who can become summoners, most have a sense of justice in their hearts—perhaps you don't understand the enormity of what you accomplished in Dolifen as it benefited the entire Northern Territory. Knowing thirty years is not far away, many people's kin and friends in the surrounding regions of Dolifen were trapped in that past fire disaster."

She paused: "The survivors of that time, though aged, have not passed away yet. The past calamity may still linger in their memories; when someone personally dispels that Phantom Realm and quells the resentment of lost souls, you can imagine how those connected with it would perceive everything. The native's responses have genuinely reflected back to the Invokers who stayed here, almost all being beneficiaries of your actions."

Fang Hong felt a bit embarrassed due to the praise; back then, they simply aimed to escape. Su Changfeng had mentioned similar things to him, but he didn't expect it to be so exaggerated.

However, he did recall the events in Fanric, where people from Elpaxin almost clashed with the Royal Household's Praetor because of him, which was revealing. The beauty of human kindness in its gratitude allows the Seed of Fire to be preserved, giving him a small sense of pride for his past choice.

Shaya turned her head back to look at him: "But more importantly, many bards are willing to sing of your stories, because unknown sources claimed the Phantom Realm of Dolifen was proven to be connected with the Dragon Witch and the Holy Sword Galapeya. People are adamant about it, they heard that even survivors of the event came out to testify – many clues led to Traveler's Rest, as you once stayed there, and there are visitors to this day seeking 'legendary deeds' due to its fame."

Upon hearing this, Fang Hong couldn't help but think of Mazak and the chairman of the Black Goat Commerce Association, regarding those called survivors of that year, apart from Knight Diket, only these two were left. The survivor testifying—the implications point to the former owner of Traveler's Rest?

But what is the intention in emphasizing their experiences in Dolifen? Increasing the reputation of the Seven Seas Travel Group among the summoners and natives should hold no significance, especially since according to his understanding, Mazak doesn't seem passionate about this pursuit.

"Because your story in Dolifen is widely spread in the Northern Territory, it has granted you significant fame among the people," Shaya's words seemed to confirm his thoughts, "I can discern your identity as there are those reasons involved. But you needn't worry too much, that's because we've encountered you twice consecutively, and having seen your prowess, the people from Silver Forest Spear outside may not recognize you."

Fang Hong lightly nodded, having anticipated such reasons, he wasn't overly tense from the beginning.