Recording Crystal

Glug glug.

When Bai Xiaowen returned to reality from the boundless sea of illusions, the first thing he felt was an intense hunger.

"Mm... How long was I out?"

Bai Xiaowen rubbed his temples.

"Your Meditation has finally ended."

The Ancient Tree Spirit appeared once more and circled Bai Xiaowen. The wind chimes hanging outside the treehouse immediately rang, their tinkling carrying far into the distance.

Before long, a group of people rushed into the Wisdom Treehouse.

The Elven Queen Froya was first, followed by several leaders of Elvenkind. Bai Xiaowen was surprised to see the female elf Dorothy Goldenleaf, whom he had not seen for several days.

"Prophet... Your Meditation lasted an entire day and night. Including the time you spent studying the ancient books, you have gone eight days without eating."

The Elven Queen waved her hand, and someone behind her brought over a tray bearing bread and clear water.

Bai Xiaowen was genuinely hungry. He grabbed the bread and took a huge bite, silently grumbling to himself: Why isn't this Oak Fruit...

Watching Bai Xiaowen eat the bread, the Elven Queen smiled and said, "Just as the guards reported, the Prophet does not like eating Oak Fruit. Ordinary food from the human kingdoms suits him better."

Bai Xiaowen: "..."

The Elven Queen then asked, "Prophet, forgive my boldness, but... have you discovered the cause of the Earthquake in Amusha Forest?"

Bai Xiaowen nodded. "I have some leads, but they still need further verification."

After a pause, Bai Xiaowen cut off the Elven Queen before she could speak. "Your Majesty, I'm sorry, but I can't directly reveal the answer I saw just yet. However, I will reveal the truth behind the Earthquake in Amusha Forest to all the nations through my actions."

The special side quest, "The Prophet's