Three days later, after secretly inspecting the three regions under Zeflin's governance—East Lake County, Shiteng County, and Nange County—Velin delivered the three books he had obtained from Lady Catherine, "General Decomposition of Ice Magic," "Ice Mana Circuit Construction," and "Ice Core Construction," to her study. He left behind a letter and quietly departed.
There were still two years until the ten-year deadline. It would not be too late to meet them again when the final evaluation came.
After leaving Jiangtaen County, Velin flew directly toward Pink Lake.
Cecilia sat on Velin's shoulder, continuing to hum a song and bringing a little joy to the brief flight.
"Velin, your trail has been discovered."
Cecilia waved her hand and captured the fleeting phantom.
Seeing the man within the phantom, Velin landed near Pink Lake and muttered to himself, "It's Theo. Looks like Uncle has something he wants from me!"
Hearing Velin's muttering, Cecilia asked curiously, "Velin, did you do something to wrong your uncle?"
"Cough, cough, cough." Velin coughed lightly before replying, "Nothing of the sort."
"Oh."
Cecilia nodded, then continued humming her beautiful song, soothing Velin's mind.
Over the past three years, the shores of Pink Lake had undergone earth-shaking changes.
The once dense forest had vanished, replaced by a large fortress.
Its walls stood eight meters high, with banners fluttering overhead.
Above the fortress, a Magic Screen shimmered with light.
More than a hundred soldiers stood on the walls in heavy armor, holding spears with stern expressions.
Before the city gate stood a Low-Silver Tier Warrior in armor, leaning on his sword at the center.
Ten High-Bronze Tier Warriors stood on each side.
Sunlight spilled over the fortress, reflecting a dazzling gleam and making it appear even more solemn and imposing.
Seeing Velin arrive, the Low-Silver Tier Warrior walked forward,