Xingtetsu: You are not included in Elio's script!

Chapter 653

In a corner of the Garden of Life, Wan Di and Bai E stood side by side, and the atmosphere was a little solemn.

"Take more care of yourself, savior. You never mention your hometown except when you introduce yourself."

Bai E smiled bitterly, a trace of loneliness flashed in his eyes, "Oh... because there is really nothing to say, Aili Mishe is just a small village, it no longer exists because of the war, the only occasion I can see it is in my dreams, and..."

Wan Di asked, "Anything else?"

Bai'e took a deep breath, as if recalling the painful past, "In the Trial of the Spear of Scourge."

Wan Di nodded slightly, as if he had expected it, "As expected."

Bai'e's voice was trembling. "Yes, I saw it. The burning Aili Mishe. My relatives, friends, and people of the same clan...all fell into the sea of ​​fire."

"There was a half-bloody sun hanging in the sky, just like that time, the murderer killed Xi Lian in front of me."

"But this time, I saw its appearance clearly, the black cloak, the strange mask, the broken giant sword that exuded an ominous aura... In the trial, I fought with that guy. But after so long, even though I fought, grew, and became stronger with determination... I still couldn't defeat it."

"Hatred blinded you, and you almost got lost in that trial."

Bai'e looked at Wan Di gratefully, "Yes... so I sincerely thank you, Maidemos."

Wan Di snorted coldly, "Humph, I finally learned etiquette. It's not too late."

Bai Er turned and asked curiously, "What about you, Wan Di? What did you see in that trial... and what is your fear?"

"First, the word fear does not exist in the dictionary of the Xuanfeng people. Then, I saw Ohma, and... my former comrades-in-arms, Hephissyn, Perdiccas, Leon, Ptolemy, and Puceta... Since I returned from the Underworld, those five have always been by my side, but because I have never been crowned as king, those five have never been canonized... and no one knows their glory."

Bai Er frowned slightly. "It's really complicated. It's hard for me to give you useful advice for your situation. Maybe... you can talk to more people, such as the Great Craftsman. The people of Hatonus should have experienced similar difficulties. And your teacher, Craterus..."

Just then, Tibao ran over, panting, with a panicked look on his face, "Little enemy - something bad is happening! It's not good!"

Seeing this, Bai E hurriedly asked, "Teacher Tibao? What happened to make you so panicked?"

Tibao said anxiously, "Go and save her, Tining, Tining... was kidnapped by Craterus!"

Upon hearing this, everyone rushed to the center of the Creation Vortex without delay. They saw Craterus holding Tining hostage, but he did not do any further harm to Tining, so Tining was not seriously injured for the time being.

Wan Di's eyes were sharp, he glared at Craterus and asked loudly, "Craterus! What's going on?"

Craterus was slightly startled when he saw Wan Die, and then he said, "Ah, Maidemos... I didn't expect that I was the first to expose my weakness... Hehe."

Wan Di turned to look at Aglaiya, "Aglaiya! Give me an explanation."

Aglaya looked calm and spoke methodically, "This man used force to hold Tinin hostage and forced her to bring him to the center of the Creation Vortex. Then, he boldly stepped into the trial of the Spear of Scourge. Of course, he ended up in failure."

Ten Thousand Enemies turned his gaze to Craterus again and asked seriously, "Is what she said true? Why did you do this?"

Craterus was excited and said loudly, "Because I don't want to wait any longer. Your hesitation is despairing. If you want to escape the fate of becoming a king, then run away. There will always be someone who will stand up, fill the gap in the dispute, and lead our people back home."

Wan Di's face was filled with disappointment, and he accused bitterly, "My teacher, how could time have made you so ignorant! Haven't you seen clearly yet? The reason why I am hesitant is precisely your recklessness and impulsiveness that is ingrained in your bones and blood."

Aglaya also looked at Craterus and asked, "Craterus, do you really think you are qualified to interfere in the trial and blaspheme the oracle? In your eyes, the mission of the Golden People is just a joke?"

Craterus did not back down, but responded sharply, "Do you want to know what you look like to the Xuanfeng people, Aglaia? A hypocrite... an ambitious person! The Oracle of Creation and the Journey to the Fire are just excuses you use to seize power."

Ten thousand enemies were furious and shouted, "Shut up, Craterus! Do you know what you are saying?"

Craterus continued to vent his dissatisfaction, "Do you want to defend this woman, Maidemos? In the past thousand years, how many wars have been ignited and how many city-states have killed each other around her and the oracles they preached? Even if the so-called creation really exists, will there be a place for the Xuanfeng people in the new world?"

Ti Ning listened to all this quietly, feeling mixed emotions.

Aglaia interrupted Craterus, "Have you finished your speech? According to the agreement reached between the Golden Race and the Senate, those who trespass into the vortex of creation do not need to be tried by the parliament. I can decide their fate at my own discretion. Craterus, your behavior is unforgivable. I hereby pronounce the verdict..."

"Aya! Wait a minute!" Tibao hurriedly spoke up to stop them, "We... have a suggestion. Someone has to step up and resolve this conflict between the city-states."

Tinin also spoke slowly, "Sir Craterus did not use violence to harm us. We can feel that his anxiety comes from his concern for the future of his people."

Tibao pleaded earnestly, "Please, Aglaya, please listen to our ideas first."

Aglaya nodded slightly, "I'm listening."

Tinin looked at Craterus and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Craterus. We have been busy interpreting the fragments of the prophecy all day long, but have ignored those who are not favored by the oracle. Although your accusation is harsh, it is reasonable. We want to gain your trust and the trust of the Xuanfeng people. I think the best way is to take you to witness the source of the prophecy with your own eyes."

Craterus looked doubtful, "How are you going to make me see something that is not there?"

Tinin patiently explained, "You have heard about the stranger, right? For some reason, she has established a connection with Oronis and can completely recreate the scenery of the past. We will ask for her help. Tomorrow, in the Temple of Janusapolis in the Abyss of Fate... Craterus, we are willing to show you that long-lost memory without reservation."

Craterus was silent for a moment, then finally said, "That sounds fair. I accept the offer."

Aglaya did not let down his guard. "But before that, you will be deprived of your freedom of action. This is my bottom line. There is no possibility of compromise."

Craterus sneered, "Oh, this isn't the first time I've been someone else's prisoner. It's up to you, demigod."

Wan Di looked at Craterus, his heart full of confusion and pain, "My Master...why did you do this?"

Craterus sighed, looking dejected. "I'm sorry, young master... I can't stand it any longer. Ever since your father died, my clansmen and I have been waiting for the opportunity to revive Xuanfeng. We placed all our hopes on you, but we haven't received a response yet."

Wan Di shook his head helplessly, "The obsession of returning home has become the root of our tribe's illness! You are so wise, I don't believe you can't see the simple truth."

"You are very clear-headed, and that's why you are so lonely. A smart person can only choose to sink into the secular world. If you can really lead your people to break this bloody fate, prove it to me again, Maidemos, just like you did back then..."

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