Gathering of Members, Grown-up Little Girl

(Sorry, something came up at home, so the update is late. Oh well, I'll keep it up, there will be plenty of updates today.)

Chat Group.

Omniscient Li: "Is everyone ready?"

Little Fairy Yan Lingji: "(*^▽^*), I'm ready."

Zhao Meili: "Add one."

Moon-Worshipping Cult Leader: "Add one."

Li Xunhuan: "Add one."

Invincible Urchin Gu Santong: "Add one."

Ming Yanwei: "Waaah, I'm so envious! I can't go there. I'm in the Main God Space right now, and I can't do anything except chat."

Angel Yan: "Are you out of points?"

Ming Yanwei: "I urgently needed to improve my strength recently, and I accidentally used it all up. Sigh, I don't know when I'll be able to get rid of the Main God Space. I have no freedom at all, it's so annoying. Baby is so sad. jpg"

Chen Nan: "The Main God Space is indeed somewhat strange."

Omniscient Li: "It's alright if you can't come, just be careful."

Ming Yanwei: "(^_·)☆, thank you so much, group owner. I will wait for your instructions in the Chat Group and follow your arrangements."

Little Fairy Yan Lingji: "You little flatterer."

Ming Yanwei: "Hehehe."

Goddess Leona: "Haha, how could I miss out on something this fun?"

Tushan Yaya: "I'll join too."

One by one, everyone logged on. Except for a few people such as Ming Yanwei, Xin Yuehu Daji, Zi Shou who were unable to come due to special circumstances, the others all said they would arrive on time.

The Barbarian King, in particular, expressed his warm welcome to everyone's arrival.

Valoran, Freljord Plateau.

At this Valoran, two years had passed since the Barbarian King unified Freljord. In these two years, the Barbarian King led his army to conquer the north and south, completely unifying the entire Freljord Plateau.

In order to better rule the Freljord Plateau, the Barbarian King adopted a strategy of migration and intermingling to change the living habits of the countless tribes, large and small, on the Freljord Plateau.

Because of the harsh environment of the Freljord Plateau, most areas are unsuitable for human habitation. Therefore, the Barbarian King relocated 70% of the population to the vicinity of the Flame Mountain, establishing the unprecedented Freljord Royal City on the Freljord Plateau.

The remaining 30% of the population migrated to the eastern coastal region, where they established Saint Colonia, the first coastal city in the Kingdom of Freljord.

Meanwhile, the continent of Valoran has been in turmoil for the past two years, with the war between Demacia and Noxus becoming increasingly fierce, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. Moreover, while fighting against Demacia, Noxus has not given up its desire for other lands.

A month ago, a large number of ships began to converge in the Noxus Delta, and tens of thousands of troops came from all directions of the Empire, waiting for the general's orders along the coast. A war against Ionia was about to break out.

Ionia remained completely unaware of Noxus's relentless pressure.

Until two weeks ago, Noxus troops suddenly landed in Ionia.

Unstoppable momentum!

Tens of thousands of Noxus easily tore through Ionia's outer defenses and marched towards Ionia's Holy City.

For a time, Ionia was in complete chaos.

In the heart of Valoran, scientists in Piltover worked day and night to study magical science. Ancient alchemy, under a new mindset, sparked wondrous innovations, giving birth to countless unprecedented Hextech products that shaped Valoran's future.

The south of Valoran remains peaceful, and ancient Shurima continues its silent slumber.

Freljord Royal City.

The royal city stretches for dozens of miles, surrounded by a sacred lake on three sides, and facing south on the other.

Because of the Flame Mountain, the Morgana, have been transformed, and the land, which had been dormant for countless years, has been revitalized with unprecedented vitality.

In just two years, the vast ice plains centered on the Flame Mountain have been transformed into a rich and beautiful sacred land.

New shoots emerge from the fertile black soil, their lush green covering the former white snow and ice.

Of course, not all places experienced such changes. The land within a two-hundred-mile radius of the Flame Mountain was scorched into barren wasteland by the intense heat of the flames. The former ice and snow were vaporized, and the fertile and vibrant land was baked dry, turning into gravel.

The vast desert, ice fields, and oases create an eerie harmony.

And because of the Flame Mountain, although this place has become a lifeless desert, it has also attracted many outsiders.

They lived at the foot of the Flame Mountain, forming the famous Flame Town in Valoran.

Flame Town primarily produces Flame Stone, a type of stone unique to the Flame Mountain. These stones provide special bonuses to mages practicing Fire Demon and can also serve as an energy source for Hextech. Furthermore, Flame Stone possess a unique characteristic not found in other magic crystals—activity.

Because of the properties of fire, the power of the Flame Stone can be easily guided and utilized, unlike other crystals which are much more difficult to guide.

Furthermore, and most importantly, the energy of the Flame Stone can be reused.

Simply placing the Flame Stone in sunlight allows it to automatically replenish its power. Although this replenishment is extremely weak, its wondrous nature excites countless mages and alchemists in Valoran, for they see the possibility of limitless energy.

Compared to the immense power of nature, any magic crystal is insignificant.

The fact that the Flame Stone can absorb the sun's power to replenish itself is something that is beyond the comprehension of ordinary magicians.

As Li Hao listened to the Barbarian King's story, he couldn't help but marvel at how time truly is the greatest weapon in the world, and the most incredible force in Human World.

Who could have imagined that the world would change so much in just two years?

Freljord, in particular, has undergone a complete transformation.

As for the Flame Mountain, Li Hao smiled but didn't say anything.

Yes, this group admin foresaw everything that's happening now. It's definitely not a case of someone being so focused on showing off that they forgot to put out the fire. There's absolutely no mistake about that.

While the two were talking, the others arrived one after another.

"Big Brother Group Leader."

Yan Lingji transmigrated and jumped directly onto Li Hao, her face practically beaming with joy.

"Haha, group owner, long time no see." Gu Santong laughed as usual, with a nonchalant attitude.

"Hello, group leader." Li Xunhuan was dressed in formal attire, looking less naive and more mature and composed than before.

The Moon-Worshipping Cult Leader: "You all arrived very quickly."

Ip Man: "It's been a long time since we last met. All of you in the group are even more impressive than before. Congratulations!"

Gu Santong laughed and said, "Brother Ye has been rarely seen in the group lately."

Ip Man shook his head and sighed, "The situation has changed, and I really don't have the energy to chat in groups too much."

As they chatted and laughed, Lu Xueqi, Biyou, Daji, Angel Yan, Tony Stark, and others arrived one after another.

Tony Stark was dressed in a well-tailored black suit, wearing striking sunglasses, and his hair was so neatly combed that even an ant couldn't crawl on it. His mere appearance immediately drew everyone's attention.

For no other reason than it's special!

Although the people present came from Heavens and Myriad Worlds, none of them had ever dressed as flamboyantly as Tony Stark.

Gu Santong laughed loudly, "Tony Stark, are you going on a blind date?"

Tony Stark spread his hands and smiled, "Haven't you felt the irresistible charm of this scientist?"

Leona made a vomiting gesture, as if she had swallowed a fly, and said disgustedly, "Please, I beg you, spare us. Do you want to disgust us to death and then inherit our loan?"

Tony Stark quickly waved his hand and said, "No, I'm dirt poor, I can't possibly inherit your loan. But you really are Leona, you seem to have suddenly grown up?"

Tony Stark took off his sunglasses and looked at Leona with great interest.

When Leona first joined the Chat Group, she was only about eleven or twelve years old. Now, she has grown into a young woman of fifteen or sixteen.

Leona stood with her hands on her hips, her eyes, as clear as a lake, staring at Tushan Yaya in a wide-eyed stare-off game.

While the two were playing around, more people arrived.

It was Little Dragon Maiden and a girl dressed in white as snow.

The girl was about fifteen or sixteen years old, and standing next to Little Dragon Maiden, they looked like sisters.

Both were equally aloof, dressed in snow-white robes, and possessed the same refined elegance.

Their appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention.

Qiao Feng asked curiously, "Eh, who is this?"

The Little Dragon Maiden's lips curled slightly, like a spring breeze bringing boundless spring light to the land. She smiled without saying a word, while the girl in white smiled at everyone, also remaining silent.

Little Yan Lingji jumped down from Li Hao and came to the girl's side to compare their heights.

Yan Lingji is around thirteen or fourteen years old. Although she is not short among her peers, she is still half a head shorter than a girl who looks fifteen or sixteen.

She pouted her cherry-red lips and said with dissatisfaction, "What? The Xiao Nannan has grown up. I'm really not happy."

"Is she Xiao Nannan?"

The others also realized what was happening, and apart from the newcomers who joined the group later, they all looked at the Xiao Nannan in astonishment.

The Xiao Nannan smiled and said, "Hello, uncles and aunties."

The moment the Xiao Nannan opened her mouth, the room fell into a deathly silence.

The group looked at each other in bewilderment.

Uncle, Aunt!

Wait, are we that old?

When Li Hao saw this, he almost couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Has this Xiao Nannan been corrupted by Little Dragon Maiden?

Logically speaking, given Little Dragon Maiden's personality, she should have developed a cold and aloof demeanor, like an immortal. How did she become a little cunning and scheming?

Yan Lingji pouted, her face practically screaming "I'm unhappy!"

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