The Gambler (6)
At the center of the oasis lake, the battle was exceptionally perilous.
But to the Divine Princess, the two evil ghosts were not the main threat—the great tree at the center of the lake was the most dangerous opponent.
A strand of multicolored light pierced straight through the Divine Princess's arm, instantly boring through flesh and blood. Indeed, the countless rays radiating from the great tree's crown were the truly terrifying ones. The two evil ghosts merely served as an additional distraction.
One strand, two strands... At some point, the black hair over her forehead had turned white. The light of thought radiating from the Divine Princess had also dimmed considerably.
At that moment, a figure suddenly emerged from thin air above the great tree's crown. It was Wolfeid, the dark-skinned mature woman who had returned.
The multicolored rays from the crown abruptly stopped. As for the two evil ghosts, they suddenly quieted down as well, leaving only the Divine Princess breathing faintly.
"Your life has already entered its countdown. Why not spend it enjoying a final moment of peace?" Wolfeid said with a faint smile. "An afternoon, a cup of clear tea, and a book. How does that sound?"
"Hand over the core."
"What can you do?" Wolfeid shook her head. "Why not listen to my suggestion... Of course, I have another, even better suggestion."
The Divine Princess remained expressionless.
Wolfeid said, "How about I extend your life for you?"
The Divine Princess's brows drew together slightly.
"Look." Wolfeid spread her hands. "You... how were you created? I believe that after several hundred years, you should know the answer... At the very least, you should have your suspicions, right?"
The Divine Princess remained silent.
"You were created, and within your limited lifespans, your only purpose was