Therefore, the number of life forms that have developed a liking for Su Xi has increased once again.
It will take about 150 days to accumulate the Faith Power needed to reach level 92. Although it's much faster than at the beginning, it's probably close to the limit.
Because the number of fanatics increases very slowly, after so much time, the number has only increased by a little over a thousand. Most of them went from neither liking nor disliking to slightly liking...
That day, Su Xi was leaning against the Holy Tree, lost in thought.
She had very little to do this month, so she spent most of it collecting special items that could trigger the [Guixu] talent, wanting to better understand the experiences her 'self' had gone through.
The result was that nothing was gained.
Today, which happens to be Elf race festival, the Hall of Service will once again pray to the Holy Tree.
The Holy Tree remained unresponsive for months, causing Nicola to lose sleep and appetite, and making her tremble all over when she walked, as if she were about to collapse from exhaustion at any moment.
After meeting Iksil last time, I planned to respond to Nicola when I got back, but I was too busy and forgot, which has left Nicola worried ever since.
Soon, the Elf race began their festival rituals.
Originally, the most important person in this ceremony was Su Xi, or rather, all the festivals of the Elf race were presided over by the Holy Maiden after she took office, but Su Xi was too good at running around.
Sometimes even the Empress couldn't find Su Xi when she wanted to.
Therefore, Nicola is still the one who presides over the festivals within the Elf race.
The Holy Tree at the beginning of creation...
You are the source of our life...
Your love has nurtured us...
...?~
Your green leaves shelter us from the wind and rain...
Your fruit nourishes our bodies...
Shelter, growth, power...
All of this is thanks to you...
...?~
May the blessings of the Holy Tree endure forever...
May the legend of the elves live on...
May the harmony and tranquility of the forest always be with you...
...?~
Su Xi felt drowsy listening to the Elf race songs.
Because the Elf race prayer sounds were activated, a large number of faith sounds entered Su Xi's consciousness through prayer. She had to expend a lot of mental energy to process them, which is why she seemed drowsy.
"It seems Nicola isn't the only elf who suspects the Holy Tree's absence; many noble elves are speculating..."
It seems I have to come out and demonstrate some miracles, otherwise these elves will live in constant fear, which is quite miserable.
Su Xi yawned and chose to return to the body of the Holy Tree.
Listening to the prayers of Nicola, Little Ai, Irina, and Ellie, the Holy Tree Priestess, Su Xi also felt a surge of power within her body.
This is the power of faith.
Su Xi's eyes widened as the Faith Power required for the upgrade surged instantly.
My level instantly jumped to 92!
By the way, in the eyes of the Elf race, the Holy Tree and Su Xi are two people. The Faith Power generated when they pray will definitely accumulate in the body of the Holy Tree. Only when they merge with the Holy Tree can they turn this Faith Power into their own.
"I didn't expect such a pleasant surprise."
Su Xi thought happily.
Meanwhile, the singing outside continued. Nicola's body was already swaying precariously. Prolonged insomnia and anxiety had made the Elf High Priestess look haggard.
...?
The Holy Tree at the beginning of creation...
May your green leaves always flourish...
May your roots remain strong forever...
We will remember your greatness and kindness forever.
After singing the last verse, Nicola finally couldn't hold on any longer and almost collapsed to the ground.
The three Sacred Tree Priest hurriedly supported Nicola's body.
Many of the Elf race below were puzzled and alarmed. In the midst of the festive season, the elves showed signs of fear and confusion.
Everyone was wondering why High Priestess Nicola looked so dejected and exhausted during the festival, wondering if there was something wrong with the Holy Tree that they didn't know about.
The noble elves thus confirmed their thoughts.
Even Nicola has turned into this horrible state; the Holy Tree may have truly abandoned them.
Seeing this, Empress Bai Ya was at a loss and could only purse her lips, hoping for a miracle.
"Holy Tree... Holy Tree... Have you abandoned us...?"
Nicola's panda eyes, filled with pessimism and despair, stared at the Holy Tree.
Su Xi felt extremely guilty upon seeing this.
Although the other party is an NPC, she will not treat them all as tools like Yuan Yi did.
After all, these NPCs were created by Yuan Yi with just a few simple actions, and they came too easily to evoke any feelings of cherishing them. But for Su Xi, these NPCs were people with their own thoughts, who had given her tasks and rewards, and were no different from humans.
After all, Nicola wanted the Holy Tree Leaf back after seeing her pick it up from Beatrix, out of concern for the Elf race. Is an NPC who cares so much about their race even still an NPC...?
Hopefully, after being taught by Iksil, Yuan Yi will be able to change her mind a little.
After letting out a sigh, Su Xi activated [World Tree's Protection], and a faint green aura rose up, Nicola.
The three Sacred Tree Priest were surprised and released their hands from Nicola, watching as the emerald green aura enveloped Nicola.
The vibrant life force invigorated Nicola, and a surge of joy welled up within her. "Holy Tree... Holy Tree... You haven't abandoned us!! You haven't abandoned us!"
Then her eyes rolled back and she fainted.
The extreme emotional swings took a toll on Nicola's body.
Su Xi could only treat her physical problems; her mental health issues could only be addressed through proper rest.
Soon, Su Xi controlled the expansion of the emerald green aura.
Instantly, a gentle, warm breeze formed, lingering melodiously over the Elven Empire.
The breath of the wind, the breath of life, the breath of blessings...
Wandering through the streets and alleys of Bannory, past wind chimes, past ocarinas, past bagpipes...
All the sounds played out a folk song from our hometown.
The pure, pristine sounds of nature touched all the spirits, soothing their inner anxieties and unease.
Let them calm down from their panic and anxiety.
The spirits that hear these sounds will receive the blessing of the World Tree's Protection, and their bodies will be strengthened in various aspects as a result.
The NPCs who receive the blessing will not know the name of the blessing; they will only assume it is the power of the Holy Tree. However, the Elf race players participating in the festival here will see it differently.
"[The World Tree's Protection]? Uh... when did our Holy Tree become the World Tree?"
"Wait, the [Su's Blessing] and [World Tree's Protection] on me have merged! Holy crap! My super rare Your Highness Su's Blessing!!!! Ahhh, Your Highness Su's Super Fan Certificate is gone!! Waaah..."
Amidst the joyful elven horde, some Elf race players burst into tears.
(I'm out of the dark room again, congratulations! Coca-Cola (?′▽`)??)