Okay, Ron basically understands now. Tabitha just wants to trick Ron into going there.

“Miss Tebera, you knew there was a deep abyss rift over there, so dangerous, why didn’t you say so beforehand? This Viscount…”

After a long, drawn-out speech, it was Ron's turn to stare intently at Tabitha.

What does "fortune changes hands" mean? It depends on what you do.

"I...I..."

It wasn't until Tabitha inadvertently caught a glimpse of the smile on Ron's lips that she finally realized what was happening.

"You're still going, aren't you? Then why are you teasing me?"

Of course we have to make things difficult for her; she's a dishonest woman.

However, although Ron was somewhat tempted to go, mainly because befriending the elves would be beneficial, he could achieve his goal without going.

The difference lies in efficiency and time!

"Was it really a joke? I don't think so."

"You...you..."

She never imagined that the guy who had defeated her could be so shameless; she, Tebbisa, had certainly witnessed it firsthand.

"Alright, if I go, how can you guarantee my safety and that of my people? Don't forget, my mentor recently offended the Dragon Clan..."

"Don't worry, as long as the Viscount is willing, I will inform the Elven race to invite a legend."

Compared to asking other gods, having Ron try would be much less costly.

If Ron weren't the Pope, and without the legendary mentor Will, the situation would likely be quite different.

Ron pondered for a moment and said, "I can go with you, but I can only postpone the disappearance of the World Tree barrier. Moreover, the elves need someone to help me learn time magic."

Considering that the elves were the originators of magic, and given that Ron had little experience and resources in time magic, he decided to agree.

"Great, deal done!"

They looked at each other and smiled.

Tebbisa suddenly added, "Don't worry, Viscount, Tebbisa will go too. You're not the only one facing danger."

Could it be that Tabitha's talent can also play other roles?

The truth will be revealed in due time; Ron is in no hurry to know everything.

Tebbsa seemed to have thought of something: "By the way, Viscount, you said that the person who helped you studies time magic. Don't you have any talent for time?"

Ron looked up at the roof: "What's wrong?"

"No, it's nothing!"

Was she mistaken?

Tabitha then realized that she had misunderstood. The Phantom Stone required the power of space and time elements to be made. So who were these space and time talents?

...

With many questions in mind, Tabitha finally left the lord's manor. She sent someone to inform the elves in the Elf Forest, while she remained in Sandy Territory for the time being.

Let's see if she doesn't dig out all of Ron Lance's secrets!

Meanwhile, Ron returned to the side courtyard and looked at Vivian standing to the side.

"We might have to go to the Elf Forest for a trip, thanks to my Vivian."

"I'm glad I could help you, young master."

"By the way, when you cast the Time Rain spell, make sure you have enough elements left for cultivation. The elves' early birth is a foregone conclusion; they can't stay at home anymore."

"Young master, what is '宅' (zhái)? Is this a house?"

"this……"

"..."

He always inadvertently let slip things, but Vivian was used to it, as if Ron was always so knowledgeable.

Inside the lord's manor, a few close friends were chatting. Rita happened to be there, and someone immediately asked, "Rita, are you going?"

"My duty is to protect the Lord's safety."

"Go if you want to. I also want to visit the Elf Forest."

Ron spoke lightly, but the matter of the so-called Abyss Rift still took him seriously.

Before going, Ron felt it was necessary to increase his means of self-defense, and that he should study spatial magic again soon.

The next day, Ron was studying spatial magic in the meditation room, while Tabitha, having nothing to do, had the idea of ​​investigating Sandy Territory.

The lord's manor is legendary and difficult to enter, but by looking at the territory under his rule, one can roughly understand Ron's talent as a lord.

Before she knew it, Tabitha had developed a slight interest in Ron.

However, this was just curiosity. From the fact that she wanted to keep Ron's adventure a secret from her as soon as she arrived, it was clear that Ron was still a stranger to Tebbisa, someone she had only met a few times.

The male elven guards beside her had been sent out, leaving the magic archer behind, but Tabesa still had a maid of unfathomable strength by her side.

Due to their professional skills, archers are generally able to detect unexpected dangers in advance, which is why many continental nobles are accompanied by guards of various professions.

In Sandy Territory, as long as Phoenix is ​​there, that's fine.

"Miss, are you going out?"

"Yes."

"I'll help you get dressed, Miss."

Traveling was very complicated for nobles, with specific clothing for certain occasions, and different types of vehicles for each trip.

“Phoenix, keep it simple, and don’t be ostentatious. Remember, we are not representing the family on this trip.”

"Understood, Miss."

The only one with any connection to the elves is Tebbisa, but her imperial ducal family is aware of her arrival.

It was simple, but getting dressed and preparing still took half an hour.

The presence of a noblewoman's maid was a source of frustration for Tabitha, but she had long since grown accustomed to it.

Tabitha was satisfied with completing the preparations for a trip in such a short time, unlike someone in the lord's manor who would simply put on some clothes and set off immediately.

The difference between a great noble family and a once-impoverished noble family.

Inside the carriage, Tebissa still wore a face mask, and from the other side of the curtain, she once again observed the local customs and culture of Sandy City.

The road was wide enough that there were few traffic jams.

When she first entered Sandy City, Tabesa was quite surprised.

A tiny kingdom, a viscountry, with such grand ambitions.

However, after meeting Ron, I had a vague feeling that Ron's ambitions had nothing to do with force, but I don't know if it was just my imagination.

Tabitha always trusted her intuition.

People went about their business along the roadside, but soon a lively scene caught Tabitha's attention.

"Go and ask what happened over there?"

The coachman was an imperial knight, and his strength was not low; he was close to the master level. The difference was like heaven and earth.

This is also why Jerry pulls the carriage for a high-ranking nobleman; even knights are considered nobles.

Phoenix got out of the car: "Go and take a look!"

"Yes, Lady Phoenix."

Phoenix is ​​powerful, and her true identity is that of a retainer of the Tabitha family, who essentially raised her from childhood.

The rich history and profound heritage of aristocratic families are generally unknown to outsiders.

A short while later, Jerry returned.

"Miss, they are building a dueling arena."

Upon hearing this, Tabitha opened the carriage curtain again.

"Who builds a dueling arena in the middle of the city? That's outrageous..."

"This, your subordinate..."

"Alright, take me somewhere else! I'm done looking around, let's get out of the city and go see the so-called Sandy Scenic Area."

"..."

Ron gave the order yesterday to set up the dueling arena in the city center, purely out of malice. Who told these guys to be so unruly? However, years later, the dueling arena in the city center gradually became a regular arena, as ordinary people had less entertainment!

Moreover, with the magical shield of the arena, there was generally no major problem. From then on, commoners on the continent could often watch duels between professionals and even fights between nobles.

Due to various considerations, the initial dueling arena in Sandy City must not result in any casualties; otherwise, the consequences will be severe…

The rules are as they are; the next question is whether or not there is the capability to handle them.

Instead of going to the scenic area, Tabitha and her group stayed in a magical plant garden for a while.

The papermaking process equipment is located right next to the raw materials.

Ron doesn't primarily earn magic crystals by inventing otherworldly paper; all his equipment and machinery are exposed to the elements...

The presence of a dwarven blacksmith piqued Tabitha's interest.