What a convenient thing!
The tribal chief of the elves had been worried about the rugged path ahead and the uncertain destination.
But with a wave of Zhang Chen's hand, someone had already reached their destination.
"Wait... wait for me!"
The chief quickly tidied up the map, and after directing all the other tribesmen through the teleportation gate, she left without a trace of reluctance.
On the other side of the teleportation gate was a vast sea of flowers.
A gentle breeze carried wisps of fragrance.
"This is... Wind Whisper Flower? A magical flower that enhances elven abilities. It's rare to encounter even one, but here there are entire flower fields?!"
The elven chief was utterly shocked by the sight before her.
The elves behind her were well-behaved, standing obediently behind the chief, their faces full of enjoyment as they breathed in the fragrance of the Wind Whisper Flowers.
In contrast, the cat-eared trio behind Zhang Chen seemed rather mischievous.
Miaoyin and Miaoshan had already rushed into the flower fields and started rolling around.
They seemed to particularly like the pollen of these flowers.
Miaoke was also trying hard to control herself and stood behind Zhang Chen, but her tail was wagging rapidly, and she could barely suppress her inner urge.
"If you like them, go play too. There's nothing else going on right now. Just be careful not to trample the flower fields!"
Zhang Chen saw through Miaoke's little thoughts and said with a smile.
One must let them release their energy when it's time, lest they become pent up.
"Thank you, Master. Don't worry, our bodies are very light and soft, we won't trample the flower fields. We'll show you when we stay overnight!"
Miaoke said, and then she quickly jumped into the flower fields, rolling and playing with her two sisters with laughter.
"Wind Whisper Flower, Tree of Life, Elven Kingdom..."
The elven chief murmured, looking in the direction of the end of the flower field.
There stood a giant tree reaching into the clouds.
Its massive roots gripped the ground firmly, and its thick trunk seemed to support the entire sky, giving it the feeling of a pillar of life.
Its canopy was hidden in the clouds, and only on a clear day could one behold its vast majesty.
At the foot of the giant tree, one could vaguely see clusters of colorful buildings.
The majestic palaces looked like mere toys stacked up against the backdrop of the giant tree.
"It seems the location you gave me was a bit off, but it's alright. We've had the good fortune to reach the Elven Kingdom!"
Zhang Chen said with a smile.
He too was full of curiosity about the elven city.
What kind of civilization would be nurtured beneath such a grand and immense Tree of Life?
On the other side.
Inside a dark, tall tower.
A group of men and women in tuxedos sat around a conference table.
A bloody logo hung on the wall in the center of the conference hall.
"Many things have happened in the world recently, mostly disputes over national interests. We don't need to concern ourselves with these. However, I recently received news that the Qinglin Empire is being infiltrated by a dark force."
"It seems the True God Cult is making a comeback!"
A plump man said.
"The Qinglin Empire? The True God Cult? Hah, this declining empire and this declining cult are indeed a perfect match!"
"The True God Cult still has members? I thought they were wiped out over a decade ago. It's quite surprising, like cockroaches that just won't die!"
"Even if the True God Cult isn't wiped out, there are only a few weaklings left, and they can't stir up much trouble. If these so-called True God Cultists have captured two cities, it's possible that Li Ran of the Qinglin Empire wants to use this opportunity to rebel. His desire for power is too strong; I wouldn't be surprised if he did anything."
"Exactly. In comparison, there's one thing that deserves our serious attention!"
A man wearing an eyepatch spoke with a sinister look, projecting a map onto the conference table.
"This is the Tree of Life in the Elven Kingdom, and it is also the largest habitat for elves worldwide."
"Scouts have detected a powerful force gathering in the eastern and southern directions of the Elven Kingdom, with the likely target being an assault on the kingdom."
"Elves possess extraordinary innate abilities. If they were completely controlled by any organization or force, it could threaten the peace of the entire world. This is something we, the Black Swan Legion, cannot stand idly by and watch."
The one-eyed man said lightly, lightly sweeping his finger across the map, simulating the advance routes of the two forces, with their intersection point being the Elven Kingdom.
"Whether it's from the perspective of maintaining world safety or protecting these rare, endangered species, we need to help them overcome this crisis."
"I wonder who would be suitable to send this time. After all, my personnel are all in the Western Hemisphere mediating national disputes, and everyone else is trying their best to contain the sudden surge of monster rampages worldwide. We are truly short-handed."
A woman with golden, wavy hair and a voluptuous figure, her black-stockinged legs crossed, said casually.
"Hmm... the simultaneous unrest of monsters worldwide is indeed somewhat unusual. It's as if some ancient and mysterious creature has awakened."
"The last time they were so agitated was two hundred years ago, when the Doom Centipede emerged from the underground world."
"It's possible that the one this time will be even more terrifying than the Doom Centipede."
The one-eyed man frowned and nodded in agreement.
Everyone present was the strongest existence in the Black Swan Legion, as well as the strongest human organization in the world.
Each person here was powerful enough to contend with an entire nation.
The Black Swan Legion had now donned the heroic mantle of ending the apocalypse and was playing the role of maintaining world security.
"Since everyone is tied up, let's let the candidates step forward. Consider it an opportunity to test them!"
The one-eyed man suggested.
"Agreed!"
"Support!"
"We don't have time anyway, so let the newcomers get some practice!"
"Is this level of challenge a bit too simple? When I joined the organization, it was much harder than this."
"Alas, the newcomers are indeed worse off with each generation. World security still relies on us old guys."
Everyone chimed in, their faces filled with disdain and mockery for the newcomers.
After all, those sitting here were the strongest in the world, and they had the qualifications and strength to do so.
"Alright then, I'll assign the tasks!"
"Qingluan, Bailu, the two of you will be responsible for resolving the issue of the Elven Kingdom."
"Kim Jae-seok, Noda Douichi, the two of you will investigate the matter of the True God Cult's disturbances in the Rock City and Green Pine City regions, and by the way, eliminate the remnants of the True God Cult."
The one-eyed man said into the microphone.
On the other side, dozens of young people were seated in the candidate hall.
Upon hearing the one-eyed man's words, four people slowly stood up, their eyes filled with a longing for future battles.