Chapter 20: Little Elf Loli

Chapter 20: Little Elf Loli

"Heroes' Altar!"

Eager to return to the elf territory, Leon's anticipation grew.

The Hero Altar's construction would allow Agatha, Usmarie, Monica, and Eve to ascend to elf heroes, wielding formidable powers.

"System, can I become an elf hero?"

[The host is destined to become the ruler of the elven empire, a role of immense responsibility.]

Am I not eligible?

While he couldn't become an elf hero, Leon remained undeterred.

Agatha was his future elven queen, and the three elven legion leaders held unwavering loyalty towards him. Their elevation to elf heroes mirrored his own, in a sense.

Furthermore, the elven empire system granted him access to equipment through tasks. For instance, the sacred 'Sheep Knife' he currently wielded ensured his combat prowess matched that of an elf hero.

"This venture yielded the total of 2.4 million gold coins!"

Among other gains, the seized gold coins from the conflict thrilled Leon.

A staggering 2.4 million gold coins!

If all these were utilized for summoning elf archers, he could muster an army of 24,000 elf archers, a truly formidable force, each bearing two distinct abilities.

The imagery of ten thousand arrows darkening the skies sent shivers down his spine.

...

Leon summoned the three elven army commanders, directing, "Prepare for departure; we're returning to the territory!"

Usmarie inquired, "Your Majesty, what about these goblin sheep? Shall we bring them along to our territory as well? Their numbers are substantial, and if they collectively escape, it would pose a significant challenge."

A massive congregation of goblin sheep amassed near the fallen city wall, their count exceeding 30,000.

At first glance, the landscape appeared blanketed in white.

The collective bleating posed a headache for nearby elves.

Observing this scenario, Leon paused.

Elves preferred a tranquil existence, and relocating all these goblin sheep back to their territory might inadvertently disturb their peace.

Agatha grinned and proposed, "Your Majesty, isn't the underground realm a preexisting settlement? Aside from a substantial subterranean river, there are only three entrances and exits. If we secure these points, their escape would be prevented."

Usmarie added, "Elder Agatha, I recall that sheep feed on grass, which is absent here. Given time, they would perish from starvation."

Leon concurred with his fiancée's suggestion.

"Following Agatha's directive, place them here! The human trade group is scheduled to arrive in two days, enabling them to collect the goblin sheep directly from this location. Moreover, they can survive for two or three days without consuming grass."

Seeing that Leon had agreed, Usmarie refrained from further comments.

"Understood, Your Majesty. I will dispatch an elven squad to guard the exit of the passageway!"

The elven army swiftly assembled.

Amidst the gaze of over 30,000 goblin sheep, Leon departed the underground world alongside his elven forces.

"Hey!"

Countless goblin sheep bleated excitedly at the sight.

Though transformed into sheep by the 'evil' Elf King, they remained alive. In their minds, as long as life persisted, the opportunity to revert to their goblin forms remained viable. They believed that the dark power Leon wielded wouldn't endure indefinitely.

However, their lack of awareness was striking.

The sacred 'Sheep Knife' in Leon's possession had the ability to permanently transform creatures below the king rank into sheep. Except for Leon himself, no magical arts could reverse the transformation.

Most crucially, they were unaware that the 'evil' Elf King planned to market them to the human trade group merely to secure some gold coins.

...

Exiting the passage, Leon encountered the mountain giants guarding the entrance.

Exemplifying the most devoted of sentinels, they executed Leon's mandates meticulously.

"Your Majesty, the Great Elf King!"

The mountain giants saluted Leon with elven protocol.

Although giants and followers of the goddess of the earth, their allegiance to Leon far outshone their devotion to the earth goddess. Such was their loyalty that even in the event of a future conflict between Leon and earth goddess devotees, the mountain giants would steadfastly align with the Nature elves.

Leon acknowledged their salutation with a nod.

Accompanied by the mountain giants and the elven army, the group proceeded toward the territory.

Meanwhile, the ninth-tier underground dragon trailed behind. Observing the ten mountain giants appointed as Leon's guards, it became increasingly docile.

Escape? Impossible!

Endowed with human-like wisdom, it comprehended the situation and shunned any notion of evading the ten mountain giants' watchful eyes. It had no intention of enduring another bout of punishment or being marketed as a sheep to the human trade group by the 'evil' Elf King.

...

Back in the territory, Leon was greeted by the joyful cheers of the elves once again.

The majority of the elves stationed here were youthful, resembling vivacious and charming little children. Meanwhile, the adult elves had all joined the legions.

"Your Majesty~ Have we defeated the wicked goblins?"

A cluster of young elf children swarmed around Leon, gazing at him with their large, innocent eyes.

"Of course, haha!"

Leon extended his hand, lifting up a young elf girl with a tender voice. He inquired with a smile, "Little one, what's your name?"

The young elf girl responded, "Your Majesty, my name is Annie. In the future, I'll become an elf archer to assist you in combating bad individuals!"

"That's an admirable aspiration, but remember, hard work is key."

"Yes, Your Majesty. I will strive to become stronger!"

Leon's smile persisted as he continued, "Annie, you must understand that we are noble Nature elves. Our forebears once vanquished incredibly potent abyssal demons! On the Holy Continent, no other race stands as our equal. Even the dragon race dwelling in the Western Sea will eventually yield to us!"

"Your Majesty, Annie understands. We are noble Nature elves!"

The young elf girl nodded her head brightly.

"Excellent!"

Leon's commendation only augmented the elf child's delight.

...

Later that evening, after dinner.

Leon guided Agatha and the three elven army commanders to the forbidden sector.

"System, erect a Heroic Altar!"

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