[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-global-lords-my-species-can-mutate":3,"chapter-global-lords-my-species-can-mutate-global-lords-my-species-can-mutate-chapter-282":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Global Lords: My Species Can Mutate",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},639396,878,"Chapter 282 - 280: Elf Forest","global-lords-my-species-can-mutate-chapter-282",282,"\u003Cp>Following the guidance of the Heaven-Reaching Giant Sword, Lin You and his companions spent two hours to finally reach the edge of the Holy Sanctuary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On a barren yet bustling piece of land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why call it barren?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because there were no plants anywhere in this entire range.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only an empty plaza paved with bricks and stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, this place was currently crowded with many figures coming and going, voices continuously rising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking through the crowd towards the center of the plaza, there was a gigantic, straight sword stuck into the ground, standing vertically between heaven and earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed to suppress all evil, and also appeared to restrain the main Demon Plane at the center of the Holy Sanctuary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Below, several glowing, gigantic Teleportation Arrays were built, guarded by teams of the Elf Race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is this the edge of the Holy Sanctuary?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin You looked around curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, when looking from afar, it didn’t seem like much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, standing under the Heaven-Reaching Giant Sword, he could clearly feel a strong oppressive force, pressing him almost out of breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder there were only stalls and no buildings here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s said that these three swords were forged by our Dwarf ancestors and personally embedded into the ground by three Great Emperors to prevent the expansion of the Demon Plane entrance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lei Zhe explained from the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing that, Lin You suddenly understood: \"To even forge such massive swords, your Dwarf ancestors must have been really strong, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naturally.\" Lei Zhe proudly puffed his beard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Back then, our Dwarf Race was the only kingdom comparable to the Empire.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s true.\" Lin You nodded silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The combat capabilities of the Dwarf Race allowed them, upon reaching Tier Eleven, to briefly unleash Tier Twelve power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although short-lived, it was unmatched by other kingdoms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this in mind, forging these three giant swords doesn’t seem all that surprising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go, it’s almost noon, we need to quickly teleport to the Elf Imperial Capital.\" Lei Zhe said to Lin You and Mageon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then led the group through the crowd towards one of the Teleportation Arrays and began lining up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by the length of the line, it would take at least half an hour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, the Elf Forest is very popular with other races.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lei Zhe?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a voice called out in surprise nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An armored elf leading a team spotted Lei Zhe in the teleportation queue and hurried over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alren?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lei Zhe looked at the newcomer, slightly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it your turn to guard here today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This shout immediately drew the attention of the surrounding people in line from various races.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the elf called Alren didn’t mind and came directly to Lin You and his companions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, it’s my shift today. Are you heading back to the kingdom?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, we need to use your Teleportation Array, hoping not to be a bother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No bother at all, the Dwarf Race is our friend; you can use it anytime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alren’s handsome face bore a smile, then he sternly addressed the lineup, \"What are you standing there for? How can we let our esteemed guests stand in line? Arrange their teleportation immediately!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Elf Guard responded loudly, promptly clearing a path for Lin You and his group to the Teleportation Array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They ran into acquaintances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were spared the queue, giving the Dwarf Race a substantial advantage, which even Lin You couldn’t help but envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Lei Zhe seemed accustomed to this, thanked their friend, and signaled Lin You and Mageon to follow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lei Zhe, this one is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point, Alren finally noticed Lin You in the group and slightly frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, he’s a friend of our Dwarf Race, shouldn’t be a problem, right?\" Lei Zhe looked back at Lin You.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s no problem per se, it’s just that the Elf Forest doesn’t normally allow the Human Race to enter, at most just the outskirts...\" Alren seemed a bit troubled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lin You, looks like you’re being sidelined.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mageon grinned gleefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin You shrugged helplessly, well aware that the Elf Race wasn’t fond of outsiders, so he wasn’t all that surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flip of his hand, a leaf-shaped token appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This should be fine, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon seeing the token in his hand, Alren was momentarily stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then his eyes widened dramatically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An Elder Invitation Letter! Human, how did you get such a thing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Lin You in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was given by an old elf from the Divine Hall of Nature, said I should visit the Elf Forest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Divine Hall of Nature? Could it be Elder Three?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alren muttered softly, finally looking at Lin You with a different gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hierarchy within the Elf Race is extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elf King, High Priest, Elder, Steward, High Elf...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each Elder held an unparalleled status, only receiving orders from the Elf King and High Priest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since it was a token personally issued by an Elder, he naturally dared not say anything more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze toward Lin You turned respectful at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Apologies for my rudeness, I hope you won’t take offense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No worries.\" Lin You replied with a faint smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In that case, let me guide you; Elder Three is currently holding a ceremony deep within the Elf Forest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>```\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since it was an invitation from the Elder himself, it certainly must be something significant. As a High Elf, he dared not neglect such matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He said a word to the two subordinates behind him, then immediately left the team, personally leading Lin You and the rest towards the distant Teleportation Array to guide them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scene instantly drew curious glances from others nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who is that person? How come he’s walking together with elves and dwarves?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To be personally welcomed by the Elf Race, could he be some big figure?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I remember the last time I saw such a scene was when the Foxman Race’s prophet arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Foxman Race’s prophet? Wasn’t that an eleven-tier powerhouse!?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Low exclamations continued among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All eyes were closely staring at Lin You within the team.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the other elves stationed at the Teleportation Array were drawn to look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, soon enough, Lin You and the others stepped into the Teleportation Array under Alren’s guidance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a burst of dazzling white light, they vanished from everyone’s sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they stood firm again, Lin You had already appeared within a lush and verdant forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath their feet was a vast platform woven from vines, connected to all directions by trunks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wherever one looked, trunks and vines crisscrossed, birds sang, and flowers scented the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Below, various treehouse structures and streets buzzed with bustling pedestrians.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The forest had been built into a grand forest city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a magnificent city! It’s countless times larger than my Yellow Sand City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin You looked around, couldn’t help but exclaim with admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The outskirts of the Elf Forest were somewhat different from what he’d imagined; apart from elves, many other races lived here, and it was much richer than the Holy Sanctuary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone seemed to be cheerful, with smiles on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isn’t this the kind of Forest Capital he always wanted to build?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, please follow me, the ceremony should be about to start.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alren led the way ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ceremony? Has something major happened recently?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lei Zhe asked curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He often had dealings with the Elf Race, so he was quite familiar with their affairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The nearby Lin You and Mageon, upon hearing this, quickly withdrew their gaze and looked over curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, I don’t really know, I just heard that recently there have been changes in the Main Demon Plane, and the High Priest is communicating with the Mother of Nature, hoping she can send an oracle.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An oracle?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mageon and Lei Zhe murmured, their expressions turned strange as they looked at Lin You.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Alren knew that the Mother of Nature they had always believed in sent an oracle to a human, one wonders what he would think.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s the matter?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alren noticed their oddity and turned back puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s nothing.\" Lei Zhe grinned, \"We should hurry into the forest, I need to quickly get back to the Kingdom.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, I’ve heard your Kingdom is undergoing turmoil recently, Lei Zhe, you should be careful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry, even in turmoil, we won’t easily harm our kindred.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then, everyone follow me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Alren quickened his pace, leading them away from the square and towards the depths of the Elf Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his guidance, the journey became much smoother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After numerous inspections and nearly two and a half hours, they finally reached the central area of the forest where the elves lived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From afar, elves continuously gathered towards a vast ancient tree towering at the center of the Elf Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that the Elf Tree?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mageon rarely exclaimed in the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back in his tribe, he had heard the tribal elders tell tales of the Elf Tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It can be said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All elves were born from the Elf Tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This tree can absolutely be considered the most important thing for the Elf Race, the fundamental of their existence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason why outsiders are not allowed to approach is largely to ensure the Elf Tree’s safety and prevent it from being damaged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is this the Elf Tree? Such a rich life aura.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin You took a deep breath, feeling as if his entire being was purified, an indescribable comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the fatigue accumulated from battles during this period was swept away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon after.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They followed Alren, along with other elves, swiftly heading towards the Elf Tree without encountering any further hindrance from other elves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin You was filled with anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the Ten Thousand Realms collapsed, the Elf Tree could only be seen in novels, games, or movies, as a fantastical thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, now he got the chance to see a real one, his emotions naturally ran high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, he heard that currently ruling the Elf Empire is an Elf Queen whose power has reached tier twelve, also the most beautiful existence on this continent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If fortunate enough to glimpse her face, it wouldn’t be in vain the effort spent coming so far.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this thought, they soon passed through clusters of treehouses, arriving at the deepest part of the Elf Forest, underneath that great ancient tree towering proudly between heaven and earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Lin You’s regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he followed the team to the edge of a vast square beneath the Elf Tree, he did not catch sight of the Elf Queen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, he saw a group of imposing elves and a flock of Flower Spirits dancing in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were devoutly kneeling before the Elf Tree under the lead of an old elf holding a Rattan Staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Elf Tree was surrounded by light and cast a gentle glow downward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soothing everyone’s body and mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed as if the whole world became much more tranquil.\u003C\u002Fp>",1824,"2026-06-02T06:38:43.372Z",1,"novelbin.me","6838e20f5d0fe3eadaa5b37700a85e609577017db334f5b23791a09eba13c903","global-lords-my-species-can-mutate-chapter-283","global-lords-my-species-can-mutate-chapter-281",418,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fglobal-lords-my-species-can-mutate-cover.jpg"]