Thunder in the Rain

Boom—

Thunder roared through the dark clouds.

The rain intensified, and Linsey strained his eyes to see into the distance, but his vision was quickly blurred by the rain.

Only a quarter of an hour passed.

The dark clouds overhead rolled like giant beasts, and the thunder echoed across the sky like the wrath of a god.

A torrential downpour cascaded down, enveloping the entire city in a hazy, damp atmosphere.

In addition, the ground beneath their feet began to tremble as the forest stirred.

At this moment, the world is enduring unimaginable rage and is on the verge of falling into chaos.

"This commotion is a bit over the top..."

Linsey reached out and wiped the rain off her face.

But he was quickly soaked again, and standing on the roof in the wind and rain, he looked like a fallen leaf that could be blown away at any moment.

If we recall the forest riots we witnessed earlier at Cape Lookout.

They can also use the skills of Seventh Stage awakened being to suppress or appease.

So, what's the current situation...?

The power of heaven and earth is beyond human comprehension! Linsey could no longer see the distant scenery with his naked eyes, so he had to focus his gaze on what was in front of him.

The houses beneath our feet are situated on the banks of the Merchant River.

Accompanied by strong winds and torrential rain, the water level rose rapidly.

In the river in front of Linsey, the water level rose rapidly, but after reaching about half a meter from the riverbank, although the current became more and more violent, it did not continue to rise sharply.

"This is... interference from Source Material Skill?"

Linsey's gaze was focused on the surface of the river. He noticed the river's unusual features beneath the surging waves.

Echo Valley River, Merchant River, and Dusk Mist River.

These three rivers flow into Nine Bends City from different directions and also flow into the distance in different directions. Within Nine Bends City, highly skilled craftsmen had already worked on the waterways when the city was first built.

The three rivers converge in the city.

When the river swells from one direction, the other two channels divert the water, making the city's flood control capacity more than three times that of normal conditions! And this is especially true under today's torrential rain.

As the water flow was about to exceed the river's capacity, the effects of the craftsmanship began to take effect. The foundation stones placed under the riverbed were exerting their power, continuously accelerating the flow of the river within the city, allowing the flood to be discharged outward at an extraordinary speed.

Multiple protective measures are in effect simultaneously.

Even if the world outside the city has become a vast expanse of water, as long as the water level does not exceed the height of the city walls, which are nearly 8 meters high, the water level will remain within safe limits.

So at least within Nine Bends City, the environment is still safe.

"I knew it."

Linsey shook his head slightly; this scene confirmed his suspicions when he entered the city.

"If the Awakened Ones dare to build a city in this environment, how could they not make preparations?"

"The more troublesome thing now is the strange changes in the forest."

Thinking about it, Linsey decided to go down from the roof.

The flood poses no threat to the city, and the unrest in the forest outside will eventually return to normal under the pacification of the powerful. Linsey can now go downstairs to deal with it...

"Quiet!"

Just then, a deep and powerful roar came from the city.

This roar contained extremely powerful force.

The moment the sound erupted, the world fell silent.

The torrential rain falling around us, the thunder roaring in the sky, and the commotion in the distant forest all paled in comparison at this moment.

The area covered by Nine Bends City urban area.

The world seemed to be muted; not a single sound could be heard.

"..."

Linsey paused as she was about to step off the rooftop.

He turned his head and saw that the sound had come from the center of Nine Bends City.

The confluence of the three rivers was also the backyard of the council chamber where the organizer Mu Le Na Hu En, resided.

Splash—

In the blink of an eye.

The sound of rushing water reached Linsey's ears again.

The rain curtain around them began to beat against the rubble and streets again, and the thunder that occasionally boomed in the sky returned with renewed force.

Only outside Nine Bends City.

The commotion in the forest gradually subsided, and eventually there was no further disturbance.

To restrain the power of heaven and earth, it is indeed impossible to rely on only a Seventh Stage organizer, but he can control one of them.

However, he is different from the wizards of Lookout Point City.

The organizer's methods were completely unlike the gentle and nature-friendly soothing approach of a wizard; they were purely about suppression through force.

"..."

"It's only been ten minutes or so, why are you in such a hurry?"

Linsey frowned; he too had been involved in battles between Seventh Stage powerhouses.

Judging from past experience, the power contained in Mu Le Na Hu En's roar just now was definitely the level of Seventh Stage awakened being exerting all their strength.

Compare this to the old wizard's attitude.

This reaction is too hasty and intense; there must be a reason for it.

"It's a requirement of the organizers' capabilities, so a stable urban environment is needed. Are there other problems besides this?"

Linsey murmured softly.

He wiped the rain off his face, jumped from the roof onto the terrace, and then went back inside.

After being drenched in the heavy rain for more than ten minutes, Linsey was completely soaked.

He took off his clothes, activated the [Emblem of Ice and Fire], and created a ball of flame to dry his body before changing his clothes and returning downstairs.

"Mr. Linsey!"

As soon as Linsey came downstairs, Luo Shanna rushed towards him.

Without a word, the girl hugged the man in front of her, her voice trembling with fear:

"Mr. Linsey, is everything alright outside...?"

"..."

"Don't worry, the city lord has already resolved the matter."

Linsey answered.

With such a beautiful woman in his arms, he was naturally tempted.

But when he turned his head and saw the black water stains on the shop floor, he felt that the woman in front of him was a bit shady.

Just as Linsey was about to do something.

"Everyone!"

"Opportunity is coming our way!"

A voice pierced through the rain and echoed throughout the city; it was still the Seventh Stage organizer Mu Le Na Hu En.

But this time his voice wasn't directed at the crisis; instead, it reached the ears of every resident of Nine Bends City:

"My brave compatriots, do not panic! This torrential rain..."

It is the secrets of the forest that are extending an invitation to us! I sense the changes in the earth's veins; the ancient treasures of the forest are reappearing in the world.

Here, as the guardian of Nine Bends City, I now invite everyone with courage! Whether you are a brave warrior, a wise scholar, or a shrewd explorer.

After the rainstorm, they could all venture into the depths of the forest together.

Fear and doubt cannot defeat us who are forging a new home for humanity! Take up your swords, gather your gear, and bring your resolve.

Let's explore, discover, and conquer together!

Let our story become a legend, and let our names be remembered by posterity!

Natural anger cannot make us back down.

Even if the world changes color and the earth trembles, our determination remains unwavering. This is precisely the time to test everything we have.

Go!

Venture through ancient forests and explore uncharted caves!

You will not only find the treasure that will change your destiny, but you will also unleash the power within your heart.

Courage and wisdom will be our most reliable partners in conquering the world!