MMB Chapter 1417 - 45: Sanctuary of the Spirit Realm
Chapter 1417 - 45: Sanctuary of the Spirit Realm
Within the council hall of the Frost Snow Phoenix Tree, as Alagina’s group left the room, the space was left with only Valentina and the other leaders of the Six Clans, except for Clan Chief Dal.Valentina quietly watched the Phoenix King Sword resting on the huge throne before her, feeling that it was subtly calling to her. She couldn’t help but extend her hand, wanting to grasp the sword’s handle.
Unlike the dagger shape of the Moon Princess and the thrusting sword shape of the Ice Prince Sword, the Phoenix King Sword’s design was more formal. Visually, it looks more like a ceremonial sword, yet the cold it emits could easily dismiss such a notion.
"That Alagina obviously has a discontent with our Lord Phoenix, which to the men of Sardinia Female Country is akin to a hatred for taking a husband. It’s unlikely to end well. Today, she endured it because she needed something from us, but once she gains power, do you think she can endure forever? Especially since Lord Phoenix’s husband is still..."
Hamilia of the Grey Bird Species had always viewed Alagina unfavorably. As soon as the opposing party left the room, she couldn’t wait to speak to Valentina. At the same time, her gaze subtly moved towards the massive Slime Baline sitting behind her, dissatisfied with Baline’s earlier hidden support for the opposite side.
Baline ignored her, and Dalilulu coughed, hurriedly interrupting Hamilia’s impending words while looking at Valentina’s silhouette,
"Ahem... Miss Valentina, it’s nice to see you again. Earlier, when Sister Ilois came over, we were thinking about visiting you later, but you came up yourself first..."
Hearing Dalilulu’s words from behind, Valentina’s action of wanting to grasp the Phoenix King Sword’s handle paused slightly. She turned to face the leaders of the Six Clans, only to find their expressions varied.
Although Dalilulu is of the Troll Species, she is actually meticulous despite her rough exterior. She may have long known about the current situation of Valentina’s husband being missing and unknown whether dead or alive. Therefore, when Valentina came in as a wife to question Alagina for evidence, her response seemed somewhat hesitant.
Seemingly in fear that this matter would prompt the recently awoken Phoenix to break free from the Wutong Tree and the Six Clans to seek Fisher, which is something the Six Clans never want to see, they had not anticipated how outlandish their companions’ remarks would be, appearing to completely disregard this issue.
Except Hamilia; everyone knows she lacks a sharp mind. But what about Baline? Dalilulu couldn’t understand if it was because he was too old, causing his mind to degrade?
It’s crucial to know that through thousands of years from the fall of the Phoenixes to the present, the Six Clans have always held loyalty and honor towards the Phoenix, hoping one day they might return and lead the Six Clans to re-emerge in the Northern Realm. This was the reason they contributed the Seal four and a half years ago, assisting Fisher and Valentina’s group.
For the past four and a half years, they have been pulling the remaining bloodlines of the Six Clans who were struggling through the years towards the Wutong Tree, worried all the while that this last remaining Phoenix would shirk from her responsibilities.
Strictly speaking, the leaders of the Six Clans were aware of Valentina’s prior status as a Human. She may now have her bloodline elevated, but it doesn’t mean she isn’t the "Valentina" she was.
She lacks the guidance of the Phoenix and grew up in the Turand Family, a place that devours one whole, still being an acquired Phoenix...
What if she came to the Wutong Tree merely to heal her legs, at most just helping the Six Clans drive away the curse.
If she’s indifferent to the restoration of Frost Snow Phoenix Tree, only thinking about escaping the Northern Realm to other places, far from the Turand Family, what then?
In that case, all the expectation and assistance the Six Clans have given her over these years would be for naught...
But seeing Dalilulu’s hesitant expression, Hamilia only realized later that she might have misspoken. Valentina could only smile wryly, saying,
"Everyone, please don’t worry that I’ll abandon the Wutong Tree. Although I became a Phoenix later, I’ve indeed met the Moon Princess, received her teachings, and I owe much to your ancestors’ dedication for what I have today... I am the Phoenix; henceforth, the Wutong Tree is also my homeland, and each of you are those who’ve made promises with me..."
"...I apologize, Miss Valentina, but we had to confirm this matter. After all, that woman... I mean Heidlin. Miss Valentina, please do not mind, we say whatever we have. Truth be told, she has some opinions about us over the years. She might think we are like the Turand Family, merely using you for our purposes. Compared to staying at the Wutong Tree leading us towards a bygone life, she hopes more for you to find your own life and freedom..."
Dalilulu pursed his lips, looking at Snow Fox Clan Patriarch Dal who returned from outside the door, saying,
"Because of this, Cocolia has argued with her multiple times. Now, she even had Sister Ilois tell you about Mr. Fisher’s disappearance just as you awoke. We really worry you might make a wrong choice by leaving the Frost Snow Phoenix Tree...
"Miss Valentina, you’ve been asleep for a long time and are unaware of the current world situation. Nowadays, Nali is in its prime, its influence spreading like tentacles to every country and continent, including the Northern Realm. A revived Phoenix in such a deeply-rooted place in the Northern Realm is an intolerable thorn for them and the Turand Family, especially given your past enmity with the Turand Family...