[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree":3,"chapter-elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-1012":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Elf Kingdom: Game of the World Tree",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1155663,1499,"Chapter 1012 - 698: Elf_2","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-1012",1012,"\u003Cp>At the end of the road, in the very center of the basin, also the highest point in the entire city, a towering temple can be vaguely seen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The appearance of the temple is exactly the same as those temples before renovation in Milovia and Feilengcui, with a central column of divine magic barrier rising into the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is a true Elf City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aside from its run-down appearance and the thick city walls, it’s no different from Milovia or Feilengcui.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The city is somewhat deserted, with few pedestrians on the streets, most of whom move hurriedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of the houses along the streets have their doors firmly shut, though lit windows can be seen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, the city is not without residents, but most are hiding in their homes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Around the city walls, it’s a rare hustle, with many humanoid monsters in tattered armor hurriedly climbing the walls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s as if preparations for war are underway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This reminds Cyber of the claw marks he saw earlier on the city walls, and the mention of the black tide by the elder creature named Gando...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gando glanced at the sky, where the lightning had disappeared completely, leaving only the increasingly heavy dark clouds illuminated by divine magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze was solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The black tide is coming, everyone hurry home, those off duty take a break before rotating shifts on the walls.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned and addressed the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he glanced at Cyber again, speaking to the thin monster beside Cyber:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dore, take this untainted one home to hide for a while, and after the black tide passes, I’ll take him to the temple to see Lord Aurora.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, he scrutinized the thin monster, his gaze lingering hesitantly on the increasingly severe pus sores on him, then he said in a deep voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do not participate in the defense, spend time with Aister.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thin monster, Dore, paused for a moment and then slowly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gando withdrew his gaze, but before turning away, he hesitated slightly and suddenly tossed a dagger shimmering with silver light to Cyber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cyber was taken aback, instinctively catching it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a dagger engraved with complex magic runes, seemingly made of Mithril. Cyber habitually identified it, surprised to find it evaluated as a purple epic silver-level dagger, with purification effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Keep this for self-defense. When necessary...do not hesitate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gando said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Self-defense? Hesitate?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cyber was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn’t it supposed to be safe in the city?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gando said no more, instead turning towards the temple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others also hurriedly departed, soon leaving Cyber and Dore alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cyber opened his mouth, wanting to say he wished to go to the temple too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Based on past experience, temples are the most information-rich places.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though uncertain of which True God these elf-like monsters worship, Cyber’s observations suggest it’s unlikely to be an Evil God.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not an Evil God, then it’s fine. After all, he is a Chosen One and won’t reveal any information about the Goddess. The best option now is to investigate the temple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But, seeing the cold gaze and powerful aura of the monster Dore beside him, Cyber ultimately refrained from speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Follow me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monster Dore said hoarsely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then took the lead down the street.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cyber hesitated for a moment, eventually catching up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lightning had ceased in the sky, but the clouds were boiling more fiercely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Howling winds began to gust through the city, like wailing ghosts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint fog began to seep through the city, and despite the glow of the divine magic barrier, visibility decreased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sense of unease began to spread within Cyber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shivered, subconsciously quickening his pace, only feeling slightly relieved once he tightly followed behind Dore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After an indeterminate time, Dore finally stopped before a dilapidated elf building. Cyber noticed that the light shining from the windows of this house was markedly brighter than others around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dore walked to the door, a moment of gentleness passing through his eyes amidst the tumors, as he gently tapped the door with his sharpened nails.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Knock... Knock... Knock...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who is it?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A crisp, tender voice came from inside the door, tinged with fear, like a frightened little rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aister, it’s me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dore said hoarsely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, although hoarse, it carried an unprecedented gentleness that made Cyber glance at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second, accompanied by the sound of creaking, the door opened a crack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Light streamed through, and Cyber seemed to see a pair of ice-blue eyes, shimmering brightly under the light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, those glistening big eyes suddenly became brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door was suddenly pulled open from within, and a petite figure darted out like a joyful fawn, charging into Dore’s embrace, accompanied by a cry of surprise:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daddy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice was sweet and clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the petite figure that rushed out, Cyber widened his eyes, slightly opened his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a young girl, like a human child of eleven or twelve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was wearing an ill-fitting old robe and was barefoot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike Dore, whose body was covered with bulges and growths, she had delicate skin akin to Cyber, with a side profile that was exquisite and cute, water-blue hair draped behind her, youthful and vibrant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like an Angel descended from heaven.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light from inside the house shone on her and Dore, forming a striking contrast between the beautiful girl and the hideous monster, creating a strong visual impact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And seeing the girl’s pointy ears, Cyber’s gaze sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elf!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t help but murmur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elf!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This girl, who called the monstrous Dore father, was actually a young Elf!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, judging from the hair color and eye color, she was one of the rare Frost Tribe Elves of Elf Forest!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Cyber couldn’t help but closely scrutinize Dore, finally noticing that his dry and sparse hair was faint water-blue, and his murky eyes shared the same luster as the girl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He... is probably an Elf too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And also a Frost Tribe Elf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point, Cyber had no more doubts in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without a doubt, these terrifying monsters’ true identity was as he suspected...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were all Elves!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flash of realization crossed through his mind, suddenly recalling a story he once heard from the Flame Tribe Elves of Feilengcui...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The primary Elf Tribe that resided in the coastal city of Milovia was the Frost Clan!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this thought, Cyber suddenly gazed sharply at the two, his expression uncertain and perplexed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could they be those missing Elves from Milovia?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Elf Girl in Dore’s arms was brimming with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, monster Dore’s expression was somewhat flustered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He instinctively reached out to push the girl away, but hesitated, wiped his hands on himself, and wrapped the horrific-looking hands with strips of cloth before gently pushing the girl out of his embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aister... Don’t touch me, dirty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was hoarse and gentle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daddy’s not dirty! Daddy worked hard hunting!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl’s voice said adorably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, she poised to leap at him again, like a playful fawn bouncing through the forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this time, Dore evaded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He ruffled the girl’s hair with his hands wrapped in cloth, speaking hoarsely and gently:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come... inside, it’s... unsafe outside.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mhm mhm, Aister listens to Daddy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Elf Girl nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, she turned her head, curiously looking at Cyber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Cyber realized that the other half of the girl’s face was also covered with layers of growths, like burns, marring an otherwise exquisite face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He jumped in fright, but looking into the girl’s pure, unblemished eyes, and the glimmering light within them, he felt a faint pang of sorrow rise in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a deep breath and flashed a friendly smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dore pointed towards Cyber.\u003C\u002Fp>",1288,"2026-06-03T12:38:50.465Z","2026-06-03T12:38:59.385Z",1,"novelbin.me","47588f17ea758545a7de36d5381690782b01712f49a683ec479432f93d62da64","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-1013","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-1011",1431,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Felf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-cover.jpg"]