Don't assume that the Tree of Life has hidden the newborn fruit well. In fact, Emerald noticed it when the fruit grew to the size of a palm.
As an elf, she was born with a certain sensitivity to the appearance of her own kind, and as the queen of the elves, she was naturally more sensitive in this regard than ordinary elves.
However, when she first discovered it, Jade didn't think much of it. It wasn't until one day, on a whim, she decided to go and take a look that she realized something was wrong.
As soon as she takes even a small step upwards towards the Tree of Life, many branches seem to casually gather around her, deliberately blocking her path.
This kind of thing... it's obviously very abnormal!
Especially after that, she tentatively walked towards the fruit several times, and each time she was stopped without fail, she became more and more certain that this newborn elf was somewhat strange.
Although she still couldn't figure out what the problem was, it has to be said that Jade has plenty of patience.
— Remain still and wait for further developments!
And sure enough, she got what she was waiting for!
On the day the fruit ripened, she sensed something unusual—the aura of the Tree of Life inside was far too strong!
If she hadn't been able to sense a trace of elven presence within it, the entire fruit would have been almost indistinguishable from the Tree of Life.
Moreover, on this day, she discovered that the Thunderbird, which had not returned for a long time, had actually flown back today!
The Thunderbirds that flew back were nothing like the ones Old John and his men brought back. Now, the Thunderbirds had a wingspan of five or six meters, enough to blot out the sky.
The Thunderbird naturally realized that its size was no longer comparable to before; it was too large and would inevitably attract attention. Therefore, it stopped far away from them and did not approach.
However, despite Thunderbird's caution and the Tree of Life's efforts to conceal its presence, Emerald, who was constantly watching, still noticed Thunderbird's existence.
She even took some time to make sure Thunderbird had returned.
It was precisely because they were certain that the Thunderbird had returned silently, coupled with the strange nature of the fruit...
Emerald suddenly had a bold idea—the Tree of Life wanted to run away!
As for where they'll go after they run away...
Without a doubt, they're definitely going to find Xu Ling!
Go find Xu Ling —
In an instant, Jade's eyes lit up.
Isn't this a case of different paths leading to the same destination? Perfect timing, she's also going to find Xu Ling!
And so, a plan quietly took shape in her mind.
Pretending not to have found any trace of the Thunderbird, Emerald held back for the time being, waiting for the night to fall.
Sure enough, her wait was worthwhile; she actually caught the mother tree trying to sneak away!
"How about it? Let's go together?" Before Bilodis could answer, Emerald couldn't help but ask again.
However, this follow-up question clearly revealed her urgency. Bilodis's eyes flickered, and she crossed her arms like Emerald, "Where are you going?"
She'll never admit it anyway!
Jade: "Stop pretending, you know the truth!"
"I don't know~" Bilodis continued to feign ignorance, "I told you, I just wanted the Thunderbird to take me for a spin in the sky."
In short, she clung to this excuse!
No matter what, she was determined to keep the jade. What if the two of them just packed up and left, and Old John and the others got into danger?!
Moreover, Jade had solemnly promised Xu Ling, so how could she break her promise?
If you really insist on making her leave... humph! Fine, she won't leave either!
In the darkness, a flicker of determination crossed Bilodis's eyes, but thankfully, Emerald didn't catch it. Therefore, she had no idea that she had completely lost any chance to exploit.
Since Bilodis remained unchanged, still pretending not to know what she was talking about, Emerald was racking her brains trying to figure out how to get Bilodis to open up.
She knew perfectly well that if she directly asked to go with her to find Xu Ling, Bilodis would absolutely refuse.
So how could she subtly get Bibilodis to reveal her true intentions?
Jade lowered her eyelids slightly, looking somewhat embarrassed.
Damn it, she couldn't think of any good way to do this!
At that moment, Bilodis, who hadn't received a reply, was secretly delighted. She deliberately yawned widely and rubbed her eyes. "Alright, it's getting late. I know it's rare for Thunderbird to come back. How about this? Let's have Thunderbird take us for a ride tomorrow!"
After saying this to herself, she turned around, ignoring Emerald who was still standing there in a daze, and jumped down decisively. "I'm leaving now~ I have to meet with Old John and the others tomorrow!"
The lingering notes still echoed in the air, but her figure had already been completely swallowed by the night.
Emerald hurriedly took two steps forward and looked down, but she had already lost all trace of Bilodis. When she reluctantly accepted this reality and turned around, she found that Thunderbird, who had been silent all along, had also taken the opportunity to escape!
hateful!
Left alone in the same spot, Emerald finally couldn't help but curse under her breath.
How could we just watch the opportunity slip away?
If Bilodis refuses, she can try to talk to Thunderbird!
Now look what's happened, they've all run away!
A gust of wind blew in from somewhere, and Emerald, standing alone in the darkness, felt a strange sense of desolation.
That night, a certain elf couldn't sleep a wink.
Although not sleeping didn't have a big effect on the elf, Emerald was still visibly haggard the next day.
After all, the problem that was troubling her still hadn't been effectively resolved.
—Emerald was still troubled, wondering how she could justifiably leave the barren land!
You can't sneak out!
I tried to go with Bilodis, but I failed!
Or... how about we try telling the truth?
Although Jade thought this way, she still had some inexplicable hesitation.
She wasn't stupid. Her previous behavior had practically written all her thoughts on her face, so there was no reason why Bilodis hadn't noticed anything!
But······
Then again, how will you know if you don't try?
In the end, Jade was still reluctant to give up and decided to give it a try!
Then--
"No! Absolutely not!" As expected, Bilodi refused without any hesitation. "You promised Lingling you would protect this place, how can you go back on your word?"
She grew angrier the more she talked, and Bilodis's accusing gaze was practically blinding.
"You promised Lingling!" she repeated over and over, sticking to that statement and refusing to budge an inch.
There is absolutely no room for maneuver!
Although Jade had a premonition that this would happen, hearing it with her own ears still left her feeling extremely frustrated.
"Isn't there any other way?" she couldn't help but murmur to herself.
However, Bilodis still overheard it.
"No! It just won't work!" Bilodis decisively shattered her last sliver of hope once again.
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