Under the blessing, powerful Transcendents merely felt a sense of ease, while weaker ones genuinely experienced their strength increasing.
Once the silent city came back to life, Velin walked down the steps.
Along the way, he saw many people heading up the mountain. Judging by their attire, most were outsiders, and he even spotted several Dark Elves.
Upon entering the city district, a fragrant scent wafted over.
Following the aroma, Velin unconsciously arrived before a small stall.
A Forest Elf was intently preparing food, while several customers waited in line nearby.
"How much?"
Velin pointed to the pastries depicted on the hanging leaf and asked.
"One silver coin."
A child stood on tiptoe and answered brightly.
"Give me five." Velin took out five silver coins, arranging them one after another on the wooden board as he spoke to the boy.
The little boy stretched his arms as far as he could. After taking the five silver coins, he brought out a wooden token and held it up to Velin with some difficulty. "This is for you."
As Velin took the token, he noticed that the holy emblem of the Moon God Church was engraved on the boy's right breast.
After memorizing the emblem's design, Velin took the token and joined the line at the back.
As for Kyle and Xuemya, they went to an open-air restaurant instead, spending ten gold coins to order three bottles of wine as they waited again.
Before long, a Moon Elf girl bought a pastry and then came to stand behind Velin with her token.
"Uncle, where are you from?"
Hearing that form of address, Velin could not help turning around. Looking at the curious Moon Elf, he said, "If you want to know where someone is from, shouldn't you introduce yourself first?"
"Forget it