Chapter 296: The Moon Goddess Arrives, the Moon Hunter Knights, and the Moon Surges into the Sky River
The faintly visible dark blue runes on the wings of the snowy owl gradually dimmed as the aura of the emperor-level monster faded, and finally disappeared.
Moonlight Saint Celine and Nature Priest Fei still had shock in their eyes.
Runes are essentially formed by the compression and condensation of violent ancient magic. Before the birth of the magic network, humans could only rely on the power of runes to use magic.
It can be said that the history of runes is even older than the magic network.
And Ye Zhi's magical pet actually took advantage of the opportunity of promotion to comprehend the power of runes!
"What kind of master and servant are they?"
The shock in Fei's heart was beyond words.
The unique "magic potion" cooked by Yeats through food feasting contains extraordinary power that can be digested just a few moments after consumption.
When his magical pet was promoted to an emperor-level magical beast, it comprehended an extremely profound and ancient rune talent.
You know, runes are a field that only a few talented mages are qualified to explore, and it often takes a lifetime of hard work to get a hint of inspiration.
And now, this door to the ancient magic realm was easily opened by an owl! These could not be explained by common sense at all. Fei felt that within just one day, her worldview had been subjected to a continuous and strong impact!
"After all, he is the chosen one by the magic god..."
This thought flashed through Celine's mind and she sighed softly.
As early as in the Minerva Trial Ground, Celine had witnessed the extraordinary nature of Yeats's owl. His extraordinary magical talent was comparable to that of the legendary wizard Merlin.
Facing the rune power displayed by the Snow Owl, Celine's reaction was calmer than Faye's. After a moment's silence, she said to Ye Zhi in a serious tone, "Sir Ye Zhi, please rest assured that we will never reveal the news that your pet has mastered the rune power to the outside world."
"After all... this news is too shocking." Xilin paused for a moment and said, "It is inevitable that it will attract the attention of those outside. It is better to be cautious."
The little witch in the big pointed hat came back to her senses and found that her palms were sweating as she held the oak staff. She nodded rapidly, "Celine is right. You are a friend, and nature will keep secrets for its friends!"
Ye Zhi was actually not worried that the news that the Snow Owl had mastered the power of runes would be exposed to the outside world. After all, it was only a matter of time before the Snow Owl displayed this ability.
However, [Ancient Magic] and [Runeology] are indeed closely related. Ye Zhi plans to take Snow Owl with him first to consult Teacher Kendra or Teacher Megan and seek their opinions. Perhaps they can even teach Snow Owl one or two fifth-ring spells.
"I don't know where Teacher Candela is practicing in seclusion..."
Ye Zhi thought to herself, "Teacher Megan can be contacted. She is in the Golden Lion Kingdom. I should visit her some other day."
Ye Zhi couldn't help but look forward to Teacher Megan's expression at that time.
Although my magic talent is about the same as Teacher Candela's, my pet has a higher talent! Ye Zhi looks up at the sky... Put together, Snow Owl and I both have the talent of a magic saint!
*The expedition against the Deer-Headed Demon has come to an end, and the Snow Owl has been successfully promoted to an emperor-level monster, and has also comprehended new talents and spells.
"Talent: Ancient Runes" is one of the biggest gains of this trip. Even if the news that Snow Owl has mastered this talent is made public in the headquarters of the Mage Guild, which is full of powerful people, it will still cause a sensation.
"Blessing·Curse Seal" is a powerful sealing spell that is very effective when fighting against a wizard.
In addition, Celine expressed her willingness to teach Yeats a high-level moonlight spell, and invited Yeats to go to the Moon Well with her on the full moon night tomorrow to offer prayers and sacrifices to the Moon Goddess.
There is a great hope of receiving the blessing of the Moon Goddess on this trip. Yeats also plans to make moon cakes specifically as a feast for the Moon Goddess.
Ye Zhi stayed in the mushroom house for one night. The next morning, in a clearing in the woods, Celine demonstrated to Ye Zhi a spell called "Arc Moon Blade".
"Arc Moon Blade is to draw the moonlight to condense arc-shaped blades around your body." Xilin said, "These blades will continuously rotate around you and cut the enemies who try to approach you. At the same time, you can also launch these blades."
Three pale crescent moons surrounded Celine. As she pointed, the crescent moons swung suddenly and cut a giant tree in half.
Boom! Faye, wearing a pointed witch hat, looked on with great distress. She waved her magic wand and vines sprouted from the ground, "stitching" the broken trunk and stump together again. A beam of emerald light was emitted, bringing the giant tree back to life.
Ye Zhi: “…”
What a miracle doctor.
Celine nodded to Faye apologetically, and then said to Ye Zhi: "The "Arc Moon Blade" can also be combined with the "Moonlight Sword" to perform a combination skill called "Arc Moon". The linear Moonlight Sword can draw an arc to kill. It is very useful for enemies hiding behind obstacles."
Ye Zhi said: "Then if I use the Eclipse Pistol to release the "Arc Moon", wouldn't it be possible to make the bullet turn a corner?"
Celine: "...I haven't tried it yet. You can try it with a pistol."
Ye Zhi sighed, "You, the Moonlight Cult, should keep up with the times and invent more spells suitable for muskets!"
Xilin: "...I will tell the elders."
In fact, it wouldn't happen. Celine was worried that the old-fashioned elders would accuse her of having wild ideas.
Since Ye Zhi had been watched by the Moonlight Goddess twice, he had a good command of the "Moonlight School" spells. Under Celine's guidance, he quickly mastered the "Arc Moon Blade".
Celine was originally worried that Ye Zhi would not be able to control three arc moon blades at the same time, but she did not expect Ye Zhi to learn from his experience and quickly mastered three... four... five... Celine rubbed her eyes, looking surprised.
Six! Ye Zhi had only just started learning the "Arc Moon Blade" on the first day, and he had already mastered the advanced usage, and could control six Arc Moon Blades at the same time! The Moonlight Cult regards "three" as the number of honor, and "three" corresponds to the principle of the moon phase, so the difficulty of "Arc Moon Blade" doubles every time three moon blades are controlled at the same time.
The highest record for controlling the number of 'Arc Moon Blades' at the same time was set by a brother and sister from the Moonlight Sect. They worked together to expand the "Nine Moon Blades" that was originally considered unbreakable to the height of "Twelve Moon Blades".
When Ye Zhi first learned the Arc Moon Blade, he could control six Moon Blades at the same time, which was quite amazing in Celine's opinion.
But her expression was still noble and reserved. She encouraged Ye Zhi lightly and said that he would leave with her tonight and go to the Moon Goddess Well, and then let Ye Zhi continue to practice by himself.
Ye Zhi thought that his performance was not ideal, so he gathered the Arc Moon Blade again and looked at the pale "arc flying knives" surrounding him. He murmured, "Arc Moon Blade plus Blood Flame Sword Blade... a classic red and white knife, dealing damage while absorbing blood!"
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As night falls, the bright moonlight shines on the quiet woodland.
Yeats walked in the moonlight, following Celine, who was wearing a silver-white corseted robe and holding a box wrapped in silk.
"What's in the box?" Celine asked with interest when she saw Ye Zhi's serious expression.
"Moon cakes." Yeats answered simply.
"Moon cake?" This was the first time Celine had heard of this kind of food. "Is it some kind of fruit pie? Or bread?"
“It’s a dessert from my hometown.”
Ye Zhi said calmly: "It is shaped like a full moon, decorated with patterns, and has sweet or salty fillings, including red bean paste, jujube paste, egg yolk and other flavors."
Xilin seemed to have found something and nodded, "So, you want to use this dessert as an offering to the Moon Goddess?"
Ye Zhi thought, anyway, the Moon Goddesses in my hometown eat this, and I don’t know if it will suit the taste of the Moon Goddesses from other places.
Of course, with Yeats' master-level attainments in food feasting, the offerings cannot be said to have satisfied the Moon Goddess 100%, but it can be said that she gladly accepted them.
"Didn't you prepare any offerings?" Yeats asked.
Celine was speechless for a moment, a trace of embarrassment flushed on her noble and beautiful face. She thought to herself that she was too concerned and had been paying attention to the Moon Goddess Well, but forgot about the offerings.
She responded quickly and smiled, "With Your Excellency Ye Zhi's food accomplishments, I believe that it is enough to satisfy the Moon Goddess, so I won't embarrass myself."
Ye Zhi smiled, changed the subject, and asked humbly:
"Sir Celine, I tried to control nine arc moon blades at the same time this afternoon, and found that it was more than twice as difficult as controlling six moon blades. I tried fifty times before I succeeded once. Did I do something wrong?"
Xilin's heart trembled suddenly, and she couldn't believe her ears.
God of the Moon, it was his first time to use the Arc Moon Blade spell, and he attacked nine Moon Blades... but he actually succeeded?!
Before that pair of talented siblings broke the record, nine moon blades were already the limit of the Arc Moon Blade spell!
In Celine's opinion, Ye Zhi's talent in the Moonlight School is not inferior to her own. After all, even she can only call upon nine moon blades.
But Celine is the vessel of the Moon Goddess after all, and her talent was almost caught up by Ye Zhi. This is not worth being happy about at all!
Xilin showed an awkward but polite smile. Not wanting to ruin Ye Zhi's enthusiasm, she did not directly tell him the difficulty of the training. She said, "You did very well, but you just lack practice... I believe you will be able to control twelve moon blades at the same time soon."
Ye Zhi nodded slightly.
It seems that controlling nine moon blades is not something to be proud of. It is estimated that the number of moon blades that Celine can control is at least doubled, to more than eighteen!
Feitan: "Ha, ha, ha, ha..."
Ye Zhi heard the high-frequency delayed laughter of the fish of wisdom in his mind.
"Feitan, what are you laughing at?" Ye Zhi asked curiously.
"You, and Gray, both have great wisdom," Fetan said slowly.
Ye Zhi: “…”
Daily auspicious words (1/1).
While chatting, I could already sense the pure energy coming from the Moon Goddess Well. The moonlight floating in the woods was like silver fireflies, weaving together a holy atmosphere.
Celine's expression involuntarily became solemn.
Yeats followed her gaze and saw an ancient stone well. Beside the well stood a stone tablet with a crescent moon inlaid on the top of the tablet. In the well, moonlight was flowing. The moonlight was in liquid form, like milk, with a silvery texture compared to clear water.
"The Moon Goddess Well is the magical core of this Lune Forest, and it protects the order of this place."
Celine said softly, "Before, due to the influence of the magic of the Deer-Headed Spirit, the Moon Well was polluted. Now the source of the pollution has been removed, and the moonlight shines on the forest again... I must express my gratitude to you again, Lord Ye Zhi."
Ye Zhi nodded slightly and said, "When can I make an offering to the Moon Goddess?"
Xilin looked up at the night sky, the stars twinkled, the moon was bright, she showed her white teeth and smiled, "Please allow me to offer a prayer to the Moon God first, and then you can offer the gift of food."
Yeats saw Celine standing in front of the Moon Well, with her head bowed, her hands clasped together, and her eyes closed in prayer:
“The moon waxes and wanes; this is an eternal truth.
“Wherever the moonlight reaches, let its light shine.
“O lost one, believe.
"If you still don't believe in yourself, then let the Moon Goddess believe in you..."
Yeats listened quietly to Celine's prayer and summarized the teachings of the Lunari Sect.
Watchfulness, equality, patience... and most importantly, [belief].
The brilliance of the scorching sun is too dazzling, and humans are so small compared to it. Only in the dark night, the moon goddess uses the bright moon to show people's faith.
When Shilin's prayer ended, the moonlight divinity in the woods became more active.
Please...collect 6...9...books...!
The moonlight, without any cloud covering it, illuminates the Moonlight Well, and everything is covered in the silver moonlight.
Celine turned to look at Ye Zhi and nodded slightly.
Ye Zhi cleared his throat, opened the box, and placed a box of mooncakes with different flavors and exquisite shapes on the edge of the Moon Well.
"Moon Goddess, I offer you a gift of food."
Yeats prayed: "May you protect me, trust in the moonlight and the laws of hunting, and illuminate my way forward in the dark night..."
At this moment, something strange happened and a huge shadow temporarily blocked the moonlight.
In the sudden gust of wind, Ye Zhi's pupils contracted and he looked up at the huge figure standing on a rock.
It turned out to be a noble and beautiful white tiger, bathing in the moonlight, majestic and calm, overlooking Yeats and Celine.
Xilin was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "That is the Moonlight Goddess."
Ye Zhi: “…”
The Moonlight Goddess is Baihu? Baihu glanced at Ye Zhi lightly, and even though Ye Zhi was extremely thick-skinned, he couldn't help but cough lightly.
Upon closer inspection, it is apparent that this white tiger is not a physical entity, but rather a manifestation of divine power that exists in the divine realm.
Afterwards, the white tiger seemed to have reached some kind of consensus with Celine and suddenly pounced towards Celine.
call--
The white tiger actually penetrated directly into Celine's body.
Ye Zhi was surprised. She saw that Xilin's aura continued to rise. In just a short moment, she had reached the realm of a six-ring master! On her forehead, a bright crescent moon emblem appeared. Her eyes turned silver and shot out bright eyes like lightning and fire! Her aura was completely different from before, revealing a powerful aura of superiority.
This scene seemed familiar, and coupled with Celine's unique physique, Ye Zhi had already guessed the true identity of the visitor in front of him! Ye Zhi stuttered: "Moon, Moonlight Goddess?!"
"Celine" had a dull expression, pursed her lips, and stared at Yeats quietly with her silver-white eyes without pupils, as if she had some interest in him as a human being.
Yeats swallowed nervously, only to see "Celine" slowly walking towards him.
Then, "Celine" gently picked up a piece of mooncake from the box, brought it to her lips, and chewed it in small bites.
“…”
“…”
The two of them sat in silence, only the barely audible sound of Moon Goddess chewing echoed in the silent woodland.
The Moon Goddess' expression did not change at all. She pointed at the mooncakes in the box and looked at Ye Zhi.
"This is a mooncake, a sacrificial food I made specially for you..." Ye Zhi explained again.
The Moon Goddess took only a small bite and then put the mooncake back into the box.
Yeats's already tense nerves became even more tense.
But Celine's expression remained unchanged. She leaned over calmly and scooped up a handful of water from the Moon Goddess' Well.
The divinity in the realm of creation surged toward the spring water in her palm, giving it a layer of brighter moonlight.
The Moon Goddess glanced at Ye Zhi, holding the spring water, and slowly walked towards him.
Although she looked exactly like Celine, the oppressive feeling coming from her made Ye Zhi feel a little uneasy.
The Moon Goddess stood in front of Ye Zhi, standing tall and graceful, holding the spring water in her hand and nodding at him.
Ye Zhi was stunned, pointed at the spring water, and said, "You mean... you want me to drink this?"
The Moon Goddess nodded coldly and looked at him silently.
Ye Zhi's heart was pounding. He said, "Why don't I get a cup of water first..."
The Moon Goddess did not say anything, but just scooped up the spring water and brought it closer to his mouth. Her expression clearly did not change, but Ye Zhi could sense a clear urging in her.
Ye Zhi calmed his heartbeat, leaned his head towards the spring water in the girl's palm, and drank the sweet Moon Goddess Well.
This spring water actually contains extraordinary power like magic potion!
Ye Zhi felt a surge of pure energy rushing into his body and his eyes widened.
No... This power is more advanced than the magic potion. It does not need to go through the digestion process and can be used directly to irrigate the Tree of Life! Involuntarily, Ye Zhi drank up the well water in the Moon Goddess's palm. At the same time, he clearly felt that the professional path in his body continued to rise. With the ripples on the surface of the soul water, it officially broke through the bottleneck!
Ye Zhi's body was ablaze with brighter moonlight, and he closed his eyes to experience the joy brought by the improvement of his professional skills.
[You have been promoted to the fifth-ring 'Moon Hunter Knight'! ]
[You have mastered new talents, spells, and blessings! ]
Sau——
Xilin straightened her chest and raised her neck, as if her soul had been torn out of her body. A beam of moonlight flew out of her body and transformed into a noble and beautiful white tiger again.
The white tiger leaped lightly to the Moon Goddess Well, glanced at Ye Zhi, closed the mooncake box with one paw, picked up the mooncake box, leaped into the moonlight, and then disappeared.
Yeats saw this and felt strange.
The Moon Goddess is quite frugal and even knows how to pack!
Shilin came back to her senses, her bewildered eyes regained clarity, and she noticed something strange about Ye Zhi, and couldn't help but wonder:
"The Moon God... He personally promoted your career path?!"
The well water that the Moon Goddess had Ye Zhi drink just now had an effect similar to that of the Moon Pig Potion, successfully helping him to break through the fifth ring of knighthood and become a Moon Hunter Knight famous for his archery skills.
Yeats's expertise in archery officially surpassed his swordsmanship, and his attainments reached the quasi-master level!
Ye Zhi looked up at the bright full moon and said with emotion: "It seems that the Moon God is quite satisfied with the moon cakes..."
Xilin thought to herself that the incarnation of the Moon God did not forget to take the mooncake box with him before leaving. How satisfying! "So, you should have received the blessing of the Moon God?"
Xilin couldn't help but be curious, and said, "May I ask... what kind of blessing is it?"
Ye Zhi was also very concerned. He opened the panel and his eyes widened immediately.
A trump card that is even more powerful than "Blessing: Thousand Arrows".
The blessing of the Moon Goddess, the Moon surges across the sky!
[Moon River: This blessing can only be released on a moonlit night. You use the moonlight divinity in your body to attract the moonlight and summon a waterfall of moonlight, which is like the Milky Way falling from the sky, causing a huge range of impact and causing additional damage at the center of the fall.
Deals varying amounts of damage depending on the phase of the moon, and is most powerful during a full moon.
After this blessing is released, it must undergo a complete cycle of moon phase changes before it can be used again. 】
The power of this big move, which has a cooldown period of one month, is worthy of its cooldown period. It is like a falling river in the sky. One move of blessing is enough to destroy a city! Ye Zhi looked up at the night sky and sighed secretly.
Once this blessing is given out, no matter how Thomas plots, he will have to take the initiative to seek peace!
"My foster father's Wild Hunt blessing is less effective than the Moon Goddess's blessing. It's not that powerful..."
Ye Zhi stroked his chin and thought to himself, "Next time I see the King of the Wild Hunt, I must ask him to reward me with a useful blessing. I can't lose to the Moon God!"
Diamond Tooth complained: "The Moon Goddess is a powerful god, and the King of the Wild Hunt doesn't even have a medium level of power. You are making it too difficult for Him..."
Ye Zhi seemed to be thinking about something, and said, "We can first help the King of the Wild Hunt to increase his power, and then let Him help us in return."
Drilling teeth: "..."
The King of the Wild Hunt, also known as Yeats's Chosen One! (End of this chapter)