[{"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-452":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},1153953,1499,"Chapter 452 - 434: Divine Grace Town","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-452",452,"\u003Cp>\"So this is Divine Grace Town?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow, it’s quite beautiful, reminds me of the Shire from ’The Lord of the Rings.’\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the beautiful town ahead, Box Lunch and the others who followed Lily here were amazed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a delicate, small yet elegant and peaceful town situated in the forest, nestled against a stretch of mountains, with a stream like a silver ribbon running through it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of the buildings here were made of wood and stone, low and well-spaced; low wooden fences surrounded the front and back of the houses, with green trees, shrubs, and flowering vines inside, showing a vibrant life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The town was bustling with people, all of whom, like Lily and her companions, were elf-blooded humans and appeared very young, even the oldest looked no more than thirty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They wore simple coarse cloth shirts and busied themselves, but when they saw Lily and the others, they all enthusiastically greeted them:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yo! Lily, you’re back!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lily, good afternoon!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lily, did you find the Mandala Magic Flower?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Lily and the others happily replied,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We found it, we found it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You actually found it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The townspeople’s eyes lit up,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s great, doesn’t that mean the elder’s illness can be cured?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the initial joy, they quickly noticed Box Lunch and the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the five players had changed their attire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though still in gear, they had put on wide hooded cloaks over their clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These were pre-prepared, originally meant to conceal their identities in the Human World.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The town’s residents curiously eyed them and looked at Lily with puzzled expressions:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lily, who are they...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These are our esteemed guests! Thanks to their assistance, we obtained the Mandala Magic Flower!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily answered with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the story the players had requested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After interacting with Lily and the others, the players had realized that this Half-plane was not simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Half-plane had no nation, instead, it was governed by a church known as the Creation God Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And although the church also revered elves as the Divine Race, upon learning that the legends of the church depicted the Creator God as a being of life and nature, the players became wary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like Eve, they too did not believe this referred to the World Tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, after discussion, they decided to conceal their identities for now and gather more information from the elder of Divine Grace Town before deciding on their next move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still need to take the esteemed guests to see the elder, so I can’t chat with everyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily waved to the curious townspeople and then led the players further into the town.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players followed Lily, walking through the town.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They looked around curiously as they walked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, in the chat channel, they exchanged thoughts silently:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, have you noticed that everyone in this town looks really young?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not just young, but really weak too. I thought Lily and her people were already quite weak, but it turns out they are among the stronger ones. Many NPCs here aren’t even professionals.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, at first I thought the NPCs we encountered were just young, but it seems the entire town’s residents are young. No wonder there aren’t any powerful individuals.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s so off, is it a design error or intentional?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Curious, they couldn’t help but ask Lily:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lily, I see the town’s residents all look so young, where are the elders?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elders?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily seemed puzzled, then asked in a strange manner:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Weren’t those who greeted us all elders?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those who greeted us?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players were taken aback, then remembered the residents they had seen earlier, who appeared to be no more than thirty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their expressions turned a bit odd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lily, if you don’t mind me asking, how old are you all?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Lu asked curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Lily replied,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m already fifteen years old today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fifteen?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, that means their appearances and ages matched?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players were a bit surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had thought that with a hint of elf blood, these humans would also be ageless like elves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t there anyone over thirty in the town?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Optimist asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily gave him a strange look, then shook her head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir, we are just ordinary humans and don’t have as long lifespans as the Divine Race. Our average lifespan is only up to thirty years.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thir... thirty years...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players’ mouths dropped open in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Are these people really so short-lived?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And just as they were shocked, a cool and familiar voice echoed in their minds:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is perfectly normal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The life potential of beings in this plane depletes quickly, so the lifespan of any creature here is only one-third of the normal level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was Eve, observing them secretly, who explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing Eve’s words, the players nodded in comprehension:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then it’s really tragic for those living in this Half-plane.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A bit pitiable... especially since they think it’s normal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, it’s just a game, no need to get so invested.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But still, even in a game, it’s quite pitiable...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And now, I understand why there are no ancient trees in the forest. I suppose the plants here also have rapidly depleting life potential, greatly shortening their lifespan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That must be it, otherwise, the forest floor wouldn’t have such a thick layer of dead leaves and humus.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players shook their heads as they secretly conversed with each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And soon, with Lily leading the way, they arrived at the elder’s courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a small courtyard filled with blooming flowers and lush greenery, elegant and distinctive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as they arrived, Lily excitedly shouted:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder! We’re back! And we found the Mandala Magic Flower!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A moment later, one of the vines on the wooden fence of the courtyard gently pulled aside, opening a path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Vine Technique?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Lu raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the gate open, Lily led the players into the yard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She thought for a moment, then slightly bowed and said apologetically:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Honored members of the Divine Race, I will first take the Mandala Magic Flower to the elder and report your esteemed purpose. Please wait in the living room for a moment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players nodded lightly, indicating they understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing their nods, Lily ran inside with the Mandala Flower towards an inner room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players entered the living room that Lily had gestured to before leaving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The living room wasn’t large, but it was fully furnished, with all items made from handcrafted wood, giving off a unique woody fragrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Additionally, in the center of the living room, the players noticed a rough statue of a deity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The statue was not tall, appearing in human form, wearing a large hood that covered half its face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players curiously glanced at it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, a weak and tired voice suddenly came from behind them:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cough, cough, this is a statue of the Creator God I carved based on ancient descriptions...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Creator God?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players were a bit surprised and then turned around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily was assisting a human male who appeared to be in his thirties at the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This male wore a large robe and, although he appeared only thirty, his hair was completely white.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The players curiously looked at him, and he returned their gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Lily’s respectful attitude, his identity was already evident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man gave them a gentle smile and then said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Should I address you esteemed beings as members of the Divine Race, or should I call you—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elves?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1247,"2026-06-03T12:38:19.556Z","2026-06-03T12:38:27.253Z",1,"novelbin.me","4c2f9aaef1f6b1d78c84a00d1a109347e4b2888fe119e57cd581f8c251119891","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-453","elf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-chapter-451",1431,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Felf-kingdom-game-of-the-world-tree-cover.jpg"]