The Second Elite Hero

"However, we need to head back first." Huang Long looked at the heroes and troops before him and smiled.

"Didn't we just come from the base? Why are we going back again?" The Warglaives of Azzinoth in Demon Hunter Yudian's hands spun continuously, whistling through the air. Hearing Huang Long's words, he could not help asking in confusion.

"Of course we're going back because there's something to do!" Huang Long rolled his eyes at Demon Hunter Yudian. Though he knew Yudian could not see him, he still made the gesture.

"Yes, Master!"

"Yes, Master!" Archer Captain Ina, Huntress Captain Elisa, and the other elves were not as casual as Demon Hunter Yudian. They did not dare defy their master Huang Long's wishes, much less joke around.

"Alright, let's set off!" Huang Long said with a smile. Ignoring Demon Hunter Yudian, who was still muttering under his breath, he led everyone away.

As Archer Captain Ina passed by Demon Hunter Yudian, she saw that he had no intention of moving and could not help reminding him.

"Lord Yudian, you should hurry too. If you don't leave soon, Master will get angry."

Feeling that almost everyone around him had left, Demon Hunter Yudian let out a faint sigh. He seemed rather displeased by Huang Long's habit of always keeping them in suspense.

"What's with him? He's always like this. I might as well have stayed beneath the Ancient Tree of Life, drinking Moon Well water and waiting for them, right?" Demon Hunter Yudian said indignantly, clearly still harboring some resentment.

"Pfft!" It was the first time Ina had seen Yudian throw such a childish tantrum. Even as reserved as she was, she could not help laughing out loud.

"Alright, Ina, let's go too, before our Master Huang Long gets angry again." Hearing Archer Captain Ina's laughter, Demon Hunter Yudian's lips curled slightly. He immediately took her hand and headed in the direction Huang Long and the others had gone, utterly ignoring the fact that Ina's shy face had turned crimson.

Huang Long and the elves arrived beside the Altar of Elders in the base. After calling Lucy over, he had the elves carry up the Tong Ape that had been beaten half to death.

The pitiful Tong Ape had not only been defeated and crippled, but had remained in a half-dead state for so long because of the miraculous effects of the Moon Well water. If it had been given a choice, it probably would have preferred death. The agony of such endless torment was simply too dreadful to witness.

"Elisa, do it. Kill this Tong Ape, and take this chance to gain some insight. Raise your realm sooner." Looking at the half-conscious Tong Ape, a trace of pity flashed through Huang Long's heart, but he quickly forcefully suppressed it.

In this world, Huang Long knew that he absolutely could not be merciful. Even if he showed mercy, it could only be toward his subordinates. Otherwise, he would never survive in this world. Therefore, Huang Long had to harden his heart and do things he would never have dared do before. Like now—he was essentially raising livestock, only to draw his blade when he needed it and mercilessly turn it into a bundle of experience.

"Yes, Master!" Huntress Captain Elisa replied. Although she had only recently arrived in this world and knew very little about the monster before her, she showed no hesitation upon hearing Huang Long's order. She directly fired the dart in her hand, burying it in the Tong Ape's neck and finally ending its life.

Buzz! Golden light flashed from the huntresses and Huntress Captain Elisa, flickering repeatedly. Four huntresses reached Level 4, while another actually reached Level 5. Huntress Captain Elisa herself leaped directly to Level 6. By previous standards, such speed was simply an unbelievable legend. The rate of advancement was utterly shocking.

However, a rational analysis made it understandable. The huntresses had already been Level when they were created, while Elisa, as their captain, had been Level from the moment she appeared. Moreover, they had killed a Level 7 magical beast. That was equivalent to killing more than a dozen Level 6 magical beasts or over a hundred Level 5 magical beasts. Viewed that way, it was not too exaggerated that most of the huntresses had risen two levels at once.

The one who had risen to Level 5 must have possessed exceptionally powerful talent, which was why she had advanced levels at once. As for Huntress Captain Elisa, as a hero, her talent was undoubtedly top-tier. She had likewise advanced levels, stepping directly into Level 6 and securing a place among the heroes under Huang Long's command.

After checking Huntress Captain Elisa's attributes, the smile on Huang Long's face fully blossomed.

Name: Elisa

Race: Night Elf faction

Level: 6

Skills: None

Reaching Level 6 in one go was truly an unexpected delight for Huang Long. He realized that he had indeed underestimated these ordinary heroes. Although he had always valued Ina, compared with elite hero classes like the Demon Hunter—genuine hero professions—there was still a gap. Huang Long had to admit that.

But now, Huang Long discovered that these ordinary heroes' talents were no weaker than those of the ancient heroes. They might even grow stronger with each generation, displaying even greater potential.

They still had shortcomings in some areas. For example, their hero skills were neither as powerful nor as numerous as those of elite heroes. However, those weaknesses could be remedied later, so they were not truly a problem.

Still, it was not too late to realize this now.

But all that could wait. The most important thing now was summoning the next hero. Huang Long had already made a preliminary decision in his heart and settled on his choice for the next hero.

"Hero Soul detected. Collect it?" The Warcraft Elf System's voice rang out beside Huang Long's ear once more.

"Yes, collect it." Huang Long nodded, and the smile returned to his face.

"A Level 7 Hero Soul has been collected. This is a required item for summoning the second hero. Required: one. Possessed: one." The Warcraft Elf System's voice sounded beside Huang Long's ear again, making his smile bloom even wider.

"Altar of Elders, activate!" Huang Long shouted softly. At once, the Altar of Elders' status panel appeared before him.

Altar of Elders: The most mysterious location within the Night Elf faction. Powerful Night Elf heroes from ancient times slumber within. This is the spiritual pillar of all elves in the Night Elf faction.

Current Level: 2. Can summon two heroes. One has already been summoned.

Demon Hunter Yudian: Demon Hunters are dark warriors rejected by Night Elf society. Long ago, they made a pact with dark powers, vowing to fight the forces of chaos to the end with their terrifying strength. They blinded themselves, gaining the ability to quickly detect demons. Wielding weapons infused with powerful magic, they hunt demons. Although Demon Hunters may be considered the strongest warriors of the Night Elf faction, their selfless sacrifices are not understood by their own people.

Available for summoning: Priestess of the Moon Tyrande, Keeper of the Grove Farien, Warden Maiev Shadowsong, Dark Ranger Sylvanas Windrunner.

Summoning the second hero requires one Level 7 Hero Soul. One Level 7 Hero Soul already possessed. Requirements met. Summoning available.

"Summon Priestess of the Moon Tyrande!" Upon seeing this, Huang Long did not hesitate for a moment before voicing the answer in his heart.

"Since huntress units have already appeared, the priestess who serves as the holy maiden of the Moon Temple naturally cannot be absent. Besides, all the units appearing so far are ranged units. The archers are, and the huntresses are as well. As their true leader, she possesses the skill most beloved by all ranged units—Trueshot Aura."

Trueshot Aura: Increases the attack power of all allied ranged troops near the Priestess of the Moon.

Possessing this skill meant that as long as the Night Elf faction produced units such as archers, it absolutely needed to produce the Priestess of the Moon hero class as well. Otherwise, the Night Elf faction's troops would have no great advantage in ranged combat. Moreover, Night Elf troops were famously fragile. A hero only needed to slash them a couple of times to kill them; even if they did not die, they would be close to it.

However, with the Priestess of the Moon's Trueshot Aura, these problems would be greatly improved. Once their damage against enemies increased, the enemies would die much faster. As for his own troop losses, Huang Long was still confident. After all, the thing he was best at was this kind of positional warfare, and it was also his favorite way to show off.

Whether as a fan of the Night Elf faction or as a lord now leading his own army into battle, choosing Priestess of the Moon Tyrande was the best possible choice for his second hero if he wanted his army's strength to rapidly increase in a short time. Therefore, Huang Long chose her without the slightest hesitation.

"Host confirms the selection to summon hero Priestess of the Moon Tyrande. One Level 7 Hero Soul will be consumed!"

As the Warcraft Elf System's voice faded, a beam of golden light flashed from the Altar of Elders.