Chapter 448 The Secret Observation Methods of the Amethyst Dragon, Good Fortune Arrives
A week has passed since Yseramas moved into Crimson City.
During this time, most of the dragons in the core circle of the Kingdom of Aura had already learned of the arrival of this elder member of their race.
Outside of the dragon race, news of his existence did not spread, and to the vast majority of his people, he remained an unknown and mysterious figure.
This legendary dragon, awakened from its slumber, has shown great interest in the kingdom established by the Red Iron Dragon.
He changed his form, sometimes transforming into an elegant humanoid scholar, and sometimes into other inconspicuous creatures, leisurely strolling through the streets and alleys of Crimson Flame Royal City, observing the daily operation of the royal city.
Galus did not impose any restrictions on Iseramas's activities, nor did he send any subordinates to track or monitor them.
He granted this legendary fellow clansman, who was residing there, complete freedom.
After all, if the other party really wanted to do something bad, his subordinates couldn't stop them, so it was better to be more magnanimous.
At this moment, the Amethyst Dragon is not within the royal city area.
Galos was not worried.
Yseraath is an old dragon through and through, and has successfully passed through the old age slumber stage.
The wisdom and temperament he accumulated over the long years were enough to control the instincts in the blood of dragons.
In addition, Galos had dealings with the old Golden Dragon Ovis.
Although the golden dragon was usually a bit flamboyant and exaggerated in his words and deeds, his reliability and sense of responsibility at the crucial moment left a good impression on Galos.
This had some impact on Galos.
He subconsciously felt that dragons that had lived through many years and entered old age were more trustworthy in terms of mental maturity and behavioral reliability than young and vigorous dragons.
He speculated:
Yseramas is not in the capital at the moment; perhaps he has gone to search for or observe his descendants who have been scattered here.
"Ennus, have you seen your father?"
Galos contacted the Amethyst Dragon Lion via telegram.
In addition, he had already informed the other party of Yseramas's basic information.
"Your Majesty, we have not yet officially met."
"He might be... hiding in the shadows, quietly observing my every move."
Ennus answered with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation.
The Gem Dragon race is known for its neutrality; they typically dislike getting involved in worldly disputes and prefer a life away from trouble.
So here's the question.
Throughout their long lives, how do they please themselves in their daily lives, or rather, what unique interests do they have?
The answer is recorded in the Dragon's Legacy.
Most gem dragons possess an instinctive "observer" behavior.
They are keen to hide in some unknown corner, conceal their presence, and then quietly observe the natural development of a certain event or a series of events for a long time.
It could be the love, hate, and grudges between intelligent beings;
It could also be a grand and sweeping war between national powers;
Or perhaps it's the legendary rise of a hero;
...Different individual gem dragons often have their own unique preferences for the objects they observe.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured."
Ennus's voice pulled Garos back to reality. "I will show my best performance under his observation, strive to win his favor, awaken the fatherly love in this old dragon's heart, and make him more willing to stay in the Kingdom of Aura for a long time."
He said excitedly.
This is not only for the benefit of the kingdom, to live up to His Majesty the Emperor's expectations, but also for his own sake.
He has been stuck at level 20 for some time. Although he has dragon blood, he is not as naturally gifted as a pure-blooded true dragon. Whether he can reliably break through to the legendary realm is still unknown.
His adoptive father might be able to help him out.
Galos was about to say a few words of praise to encourage him.
Just then, the Phoenix Angela sent an urgent message.
Galos remained silent for a few seconds.
Knowing the situation, after replying to the Phoenix's report, he turned to the Amethyst Dragon Lion and said, "Your idea and determination are correct."
“However, Yseramas is not currently near your territory, so you don’t need to be too nervous and can be more relaxed.”
Ennus was clearly taken aback upon hearing this.
After regaining his composure, he said, "Even so, I cannot relax in the slightest and must always maintain peak condition."
"Who knows if my dragon father might suddenly appear in the shadows to observe us at some unexpected moment?"
On the other end of the communication route, within its territory, the amethyst dragon-lion raised its majestic head, straightened its strong chest, and its gaze became deep and sharp, creating an image of wisdom and might.
In order to enhance his authority, he once deliberately remained silent and successfully played the role of a deep and aloof person.
For the experienced Ennus, adopting a calm and dignified demeanor was a piece of cake.
After some time, the sun gradually rose.
Time quietly passed to noon.
Under the bright sunshine, the dazzling sunlight poured down from the sky, coating the Dragon Ridge Mountains with a layer of shimmering gold.
The Red Iron Dragon Emperor, who was undergoing intense training on the back of the Dragon's Back Mountain, was bathed in the blazing light.
The air around him churned with heat due to the high temperature, and the battle-hardened markings covering his body seemed to glow faintly under the direct sunlight. His dragon scales appeared indestructible, shimmering with a metallic luster.
Just then, the clear, melodious cries of birds came from afar, breaking the silence of the mountains.
Galos paused his movements, raised his dragon head, and looked in the direction of the sound.
In the field of vision, a total of four figures were approaching from a distance.
Flying at the forefront was none other than Angela, the magnificent phoenix, her entire body ablaze with inextinguishable flames.
Behind her, on the left and right, followed two eagle-beast leaders under her command. They had sharp eyes and were alert. And in the middle, firmly guarded by these two eagle-beast leaders, was a rather magnificent-looking falcon with deep purple feathers.
Angie led the team in a brief aerial maneuver.
Then, she gracefully folded her wings and landed on the open ground in front of the red iron dragon.
"My beautiful and mighty Majesty, your aura is growing ever stronger, and your body is becoming even more majestic and imposing."
Angela lowered her graceful neck and praised her sincerely.
She then turned her burning head to look at the purple falcon that had been unusually docile since landing.
"This is the guy who sneaked into my territory a few days ago, trying to blend into my flock of birds."
"Its disguise was quite sophisticated, but it ultimately couldn't escape my eyes."
"After I found it, it claimed to know you. I couldn't tell if it was true or not, so I brought it here for you to decide."
Red Iron Dragon's gaze swept over the docile falcon.
His massive dragon head nodded slightly and said, "Yes, this is indeed a misunderstanding. Angela, you did very well and were very alert."
After giving his brief approval, he asked the Phoenix, "However, I am a little curious."
"How did you see through its disguise? It didn't seem to have any obvious flaws."
Upon hearing this question, the purple falcon that had remained silent quietly turned its head and listened intently.
Upon hearing this, Anqiya immediately puffed out her chest proudly.
"Its biggest weakness lies in its reaction!"
"This is the first time it has ever seen me in person, and seen such a beautiful phoenix!"
"But not only did it not faint from excitement at my unparalleled beauty and radiance, it didn't even show the slightest bit of shock or infatuation!"
Her voice rose a few decibels as she said with certainty, "Heh, how could that be?"
"Any bird that sees me for the first time, even a beast of low intelligence, will instinctively fall for me!"
"Its calmness suggests it has something to hide and is up to no good!"
The purple falcon remained silent, but upon closer inspection, one could sense it subtly twitching its feathers.
It never imagined that its disguise would be exposed in this way.
Galos was speechless for a moment after hearing this reason.
A few seconds later, he spoke again, saying to the phoenix, "Hmm... your beauty is indeed unparalleled in the world."
“You did a great job this time, you were very perceptive in identifying the problem. You can step back now, I'll handle this.”
Angela was overjoyed to receive the emperor's personal praise.
She spread her magnificent fiery wings, then led the two eagle-beast leaders into flight, their figures quickly merging into the vast blue sky and white clouds, disappearing from sight.
After the phoenix departed.
Red Iron Dragon slowly shifted his gaze completely to the lone purple falcon that remained in place.
The falcon blinked, its face displaying a wide range of expressions in an extremely human-like manner.
A moment of awkwardness flashed through her, but it was quickly replaced by a composed demeanor.
The next moment, a soft light of transformation shimmered from the falcon.
Its shape began to twist and change, smoothly stretching and reshaping...
In the blink of an eye, the falcon that was standing there disappeared, and in its place stood the legendary amethyst dragon.
Yseramas shook off the purple scales on his body, as if trying to shake off the lingering feeling of his previous form.
He raised his head and looked at the red iron dragon in front of him. There was no trace of embarrassment or anger in his eyes at being captured.
It was as if he wasn't the one who had been escorted all the way here.
Galos, who was watching this scene, was the first to break the silence.
“My lords are very dedicated. Even an unidentified ‘falcon’ will be delivered to me with great care to ensure the safety of the kingdom.”
"I wonder if the scenery of my Kingdom of Aura looks quite different from that of a bird?"
He asked with a slightly mischievous tone.
Upon hearing this, the amethyst dragon Yseramas showed no embarrassment.
Following Galos's words, he readily admitted to his previous actions.
It turns out that he had previously transformed into a falcon and quietly infiltrated the airspace and flocks of birds under the jurisdiction of the phoenix Angela.
With his superb disguise skills and mind control, he managed to blend in perfectly with a group of birds, falcons, eagles, and other ferocious beasts and monsters in just two or three days.
However, Angela noticed the falcon that the amethyst dragon had transformed into.
Although she couldn't figure out its true form, she could tell that it wasn't a normal falcon, so she ordered it to be captured.
Iseramas, being new to the area, did not want to cause too much of a commotion or unnecessary misunderstandings in his new home.
He surrendered without resistance and claimed to know the Red Iron Dragon Emperor, which led to the scene where he was escorted all the way to Garoth.
"Your kingdom is vast and magnificent, with countless beautiful sights to admire."
"Although I only observed for a few days, I have already seen many unique landscapes and gained a lot."
"As for transforming into a bird... well, that's just my own hobby."
He paused slightly at this point, then asked Garos, "You should know that most of us Gem Dragons prefer to quietly observe the workings of the world, right?"
Garros nodded and replied, "It's mentioned briefly in the Dragon's Legacy."
Yseramas immediately straightened his expression, which became solemn and focused.
He solemnly replied, "That's right, and I'm no exception."
"However, compared to many of my fellow gem dragons who are content with simply watching from a distance, I have my own insights and pursuits regarding observation."
“I especially believe that true observation is not a superficial glimpse into the distance, or a detached record-keeping.”
"To truly understand the social structure of a group and to grasp the essence and subtleties of a way of life, observers must be willing to set aside their own preconceived notions and mindsets and truly and thoroughly immerse themselves in them."
“Observers should become part of them, experiencing it from the perspective of a participant, not a bystander.”
"How can one discern the subtle changes in airflow when an eagle flaps its wings, merely from a high vantage point? How can one appreciate the focus and strategy with which they search for prey? And how can one comprehend the rich information conveyed by their simple calls?"
"Only by immersing our minds in their forms and experiencing the world through their senses can we capture the details hidden beneath the surface."
"This is my way of observing."
When he spoke, his expression was serious and earnest, his tone was rhythmic and his words were well-reasoned and supported by evidence.
If it weren't for the prior knowledge that this guy had left behind a dragon-lion offspring in the Wilderness of Sel, and the understanding that the scope of his observational methods was far broader than he himself described, Garros would almost have been convinced by his philosophical and practical remarks.
This amethyst dragon's hobbies are clearly beyond the normal range.
"Could it be that I possess some trait that I'm unaware of, which specifically attracts those unique and eccentric individuals among the dragons?"
Hong Tielong sighed softly in his heart.
He has met and come into contact with quite a few dragons.
However, so far, it seems that only the words and actions of the golden dragon Karus are in line with the traditional image of a golden dragon, which makes him quite gratified.
The other dragons, however, all possessed some peculiar characteristics that he hadn't expected.
Galos was momentarily unsure whether it was his own problem.
He immediately gave up on the pointless debate with the old dragon, who had his own complete set of logic, and found the old dragon quite interesting.
"I see. It was my lord who disturbed your secret observation."
He went along with what the other person said and joked.
Upon hearing this, Yseramas showed no embarrassment; instead, he nodded solemnly.
“Indeed, I was just about to observe the interaction patterns between bird patrols when your loyal subordinate invited me here.”
"However, this also proves the extraordinary nature of your lord, who was able to see through my disguise. You should know that even legendary beings may not be able to detect me."
As he spoke, he looked at the red iron dragon.
The amethyst dragon invited, "When you need to relax, perhaps you could try joining me to experience the pleasure of secretly observing all things in the world."
"Believe me, there is a lot of unexpected joy in this."
Galos politely declined, saying, "Thank you for your kind offer, but I am not interested in it."
The amethyst dragon Yseramas shook his head slightly.
He said, "Have you tried it? How can you be sure you're not interested if you haven't truly immersed yourself in it?"
"If you set aside your status and look at the world from a different perspective, you might find joy in it."
That makes some sense.
But Galos still shook his head, having no intention of trying it for the time being.
He looked at the amethyst dragon, changed the subject, and asked, "Isramas, do you specialize in the mind warlock path?"
The amethyst dragon nodded slightly: "Yes."
Galos took a few steps back, facing the Amethyst Dragon directly, and said, "Do me a favor and use a mental attack on me. I want to test my tolerance to mental attacks. Don't hold back, just treat me as an enemy and attack me."
The amethyst dragon Yseramas looked at Garros with a strange expression, sizing him up from head to toe.
Throughout his life, he had witnessed all sorts of strange requests, but he rarely encountered one who actively asked others to mentally attack him like this.
However, he quickly agreed, saying, "No problem, it's just a small matter."
Let's begin.
As soon as he finished speaking, Ysera's dragon eyes suddenly became deep, as if vortexes were forming within them.
Immediately afterwards, he used the signature skill of a mind mage.
Mind Blast!
boom!
Without warning, it was as if a bomb had exploded in Hong Tielong's mind.
However, apart from the invisible flames flickering slightly, the Red Iron Dragon did not experience any negative effects.
Seeing Garos's composed demeanor, the Amethyst Dragon was slightly taken aback. Then, the amethyst crystals on his body lit up with an even brighter light, and he became serious.
Mental tearing, the spear of will, the stripping of mind
Yseramas effortlessly employed a variety of mental skills specializing in attacking, disrupting, and tormenting the opponent's mind, constructing and activating them before unleashing them upon the red iron dragon.
These attacks are invisible and intangible, yet extremely dangerous.
They are enough to destroy the morale of an army in an instant, or drive a mentally unstable legend insane.
However, under the relentless mental attacks of the Amethyst Dragon, the Red Iron Dragon remained as calm and composed as a rock. However, with each mental attack, the blood vessels in his eyes became more prominent, and his manic flames burned even more fiercely.
"There should be a limit to my immunity from psychological attacks."
"After reaching a certain point, I might lose my mind and go straight into a state of complete madness."
"In addition, things that a mind mage creates directly using psionic energy, such as illusory illusions and spirit crystal minions, will still affect me. I am mainly exempt from those effects that directly affect me."
Galos seemed to be deep in thought.
His mental defenses aren't perfect, but in any case, they are now almost a natural counter to mind mages, especially those who primarily study offensive skills and aim to attack the mind of their targets.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Yseramas's dragon face was starting to tense up.
He didn't use his trump card, but the series of attacks he just launched were not perfunctory; they were all carefully constructed skills that were enough to trouble or even damage a legendary opponent of the same level.
However, the opposing team, Red Iron Dragon, maintained a composed and relaxed demeanor throughout, seemingly "not bad" and "having some feel for the game, but not much."
This really undermines the confidence of a veteran spiritualist.
"alright."
Just as Yseramas was pondering whether to increase the intensity, Garros suddenly called a halt. He looked up and gazed into the distance, towards the direction of the Crimson City.
Upon hearing this, Yseramas secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He exclaimed from the bottom of his heart, "Your mental defenses have finally reached their limit? That's amazing."
"Although I didn't use any killer moves, my attack just now was no joke. The fact that you've been able to withstand it until now far exceeds my expectations."
Galos shook his head slightly.
"The limit? It's probably still a bit short."
"Today's test was very fruitful. If we have time in the future, we can find another opportunity to continue."
At this point, Hong Tielong paused, his gaze sharpening: "As for now, I have a guest who has arrived and I need to greet her personally. I have been waiting for her for quite some time."
(End of this chapter)
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