Game of the World Tree

On the bustling wharf, people were crowded.

Large and small boats moored in the river bay, flags fluttering.

From time to time, new sailboats can be seen coming from afar, entering the port, and slowly approaching the mooring.

Most of the sailboats come from the lower reaches of the river. Whenever a boat docks, there will be a large number of passengers pushing and shouting to board the pier.

Most of them were carrying luggage and were uneasy, and they were all refugees.

On the shore, the city's guards have already settled in the pier to maintain order.

Suddenly, a sailboat flying a red flag came slowly from afar, and the golden scepter symbol stood out on the red flag.

As the sailboat approached, the surrounding sailboats avoided to both sides to make way for it.

Seeing this scene, a refugee on an imperial sailboat couldn't help but cast his gaze and asked the crew:

"Which family's ship is that, and why are all the ships making way for it?"

The crewman glanced at the red flag on the sailboat, then looked at the iris logo on the boat, and said:

"Friend, this is the first time to come to Maple Moon to lead freely, right?"

"The red flag and the golden scepter are the sailboats directly under the executive officer."

After listening to the sailor's words, the refugee suddenly realized:

"Executive...Is that the Sophia-sama?"

"That's right, it's Lady Sophia."

Said the crew with respect.

After speaking, he pointed to the iris on the boat and added:

"See that iris? If I'm not mistaken, this sailboat should also cooperate with the Amway Chamber of Commerce. Because that is the logo of the Amway Chamber of Commerce.

"Amway Chamber of Commerce?"

The refugee was stunned for a while, then looked surprised:

"Is that the legendary big chamber of commerce that is headquartered in the Forest of the Elf, and the Sauron Chamber of Commerce is on the same level, and it has been turned upside down in the underground market of the Kingdom of Ayres?"

"Yes, but don't underestimate their chamber of commerce. The elf mercenaries of their chamber of commerce are quite powerful."

The crew exclaimed.

The refugee nodded in agreement:

"I have also heard the names of the elf mercenaries of the Amway Chamber of Commerce. It is said that they are quite active on the battlefield in the south. As long as you buy the statue of the goddess of life they sell, you can summon them..."

When it came to the southern battlefield, the expressions of the refugees gradually became lost, and even the eyes of the crew members who chatted with them became a little worried:

"Southern battlefield... I heard that the southern border region has been lost across the board..."

After listening to the crew's words, the refugee sighed:

"It's more than the southern border. It is said that the demons have established a stable plane channel, more and more demons have invaded, and even a terrifying demigod demon monarch has appeared!"

"Hi... the demigod demon monarch?!"

Hearing the conversation between the two, some other refugees took a deep breath.

"Yeah... I just escaped from the south. It is said that several legendary professionals have fallen into His hands."

The refugees who spoke were frightened and authentic.

Hearing his words, the people around were worried.

There are also many people who look fortunate and breathe a sigh of relief:

"Fortunately, we pulled out in time. It's only been a few months since the southern border region fell. If we wait any longer, the entire southern part of the empire will be occupied by demons..."

When it comes to the war in the south, it seems that the chatterbox is opened, and many people show fear:

"Demon...that's really a group of terrifying beings. I saw them tear the captured humans to shreds with my own eyes!"

"Hey, it's good to be torn into pieces... It is said that many of the people who were caught by them have become rations."

"Have you seen the land polluted by the power of the abyss? It's terrible... Wherever the demons passed, the ground turned black, and even the river water turned black and gray. I saw someone take a sip of water, and the whole person was It just rotted away."

"Hey...that's too scary..."

"That's why it's called the end of the world! The devil's invasion, this is the end of the world! I heard that the purpose of the devil is to destroy the whole world!"

"The Eternal Lord is above! When will such a day end... Does the church care?"

"Hey, the church has already sent out the Knights of Judgement, but it is said that the Knights of Judgement and the Empire's army were all defeated by the devil's attack, and even the Pope was furious... Now, the Empire is gathering all forces to resist..."

"Hmph, a group of rice buckets, I know that the church has long since fallen. The priests and bishops only know how to collude with the nobles and oppress the commoners. The Knights of Judgment do not know how much waste is mixed in. It is strange to win the war, eternity. The church... is no longer the church that protects the believers!"

Some refugees said angrily.

The expressions of the people around changed:

"What nonsense?"

"It's just stating the facts. As far as I know, if the bishops and nobles on the southern frontier hadn't concealed the fact that the town was occupied by demons, the demons would not have been able to stand firm in Seggs so quickly! This matter... ...It is said to have spread in the center of the empire."

refugee said.

After finishing speaking, he glanced at the pier in front of him again, and looked at the prosperous city on the pier, with a look of longing:

"It's still better for Fengyue to freely lead it! It is said that... Mrs. Sophia deprived the title of all nobles in the territory, and the entire territory is becoming more and more prosperous under the guidance of the Church of Life..."

"I have decided to go to the Temple of Life to pray and become an official believer of life after I go ashore..."

After listening to his words, the other refugees couldn't help but look at the city on the shore with hope.

This is Zeroland, the capital of the Maple Moon Free Territory, and the first choice for refugees to flee since the demon invasion.

Unlike the troubled south of the empire, this city, which was said to have been ravaged by war a year ago, seems so peaceful and safe at this moment.

"Let's go ashore. Once we're ashore, we'll be safe. I heard that Zerolan is short of manpower right now. As long as we can find a short-term job here, we can survive..."

Some refugees sighed.

"But... what if the demons come here? It's not too far from the south, right? The demons are so fast... I still plan to wait until the northern lead before disembarking."

Refugees also expressed concern.

However, after listening to his words, most refugees scoffed:

"Hit Fengyue collar? Hey..."

"What? Isn't it?"

Worried refugees have some doubts.

The refugee who was going to convert to the Goddess of Life shook his head and said with a smile:

"My friend, this is why you are too worried. Now that the demons are invading, I am afraid that there is no place in the entire Seggs world that is safer than the Maple Moon Territory and the Elf Forest."

"why?"

asked the worried refugee.

"Of course, it's because this is the sphere of influence of the Church of Life. The great Goddess of Life is personally guarding it. Demons will never dare to come, especially the forest of elves! But unfortunately... the forest of elves only has elves and half Only the elves can settle down, and for us, the best choice is to freely lead the maple moon."

A refugee said.

After listening to his words, many people nodded in agreement.

With the outbreak of the war of gods and demons, the demons invaded the world of Saigus, and a large number of refugees fled from the southern part of the empire to the Maple Moon Territory. The biggest reason for this is that behind the Maple Moon Territory is the support of the Goddess of Life.

Although the flow of information is not smooth for most people, with the spread of the name of the Goddess of Life, many deeds about her have long been known in the empire.

For example... He is the only true God who walks on the earth in the entire Seggs world now.

For example, he hates evil forces extremely, and has destroyed the terrifying evil gods many times.

Moreover, even if the power of the Goddess of Life is not mentioned, the famous elf mercenaries who are loyal to the Goddess of Life have already resounded on the mainland...

Not to mention anything else, it's just that they can be seen fighting demons from time to time on the battlefield on the southern border.

While the refugees were communicating, suddenly, someone frowned and said:

"Speaking of... I heard a rumor some time ago, I don't know if it's true or not..."

"What rumor?"

Others asked curiously.

The man hesitated for a moment and said:

"It is rumored that... the goddess of life was sealed by the demon gods in the battle with the demon gods..."

After hearing his words, the others laughed:

"Hahaha! The Goddess of Life has been sealed up? How is this possible?"

"Friend, where did you hear this ridiculous news?"

The speaker hesitated for a moment and scratched his head:

"I don't know if it's true or false, it's the news I heard from the underground world."

"Underground world?"

Others were amazed.

The speaker nodded and explained:

"Yes, my hometown is Nanbao, where there is a passage to the underground world. I heard the news from the caravan of the Dark City-State Alliance... Now many people there are saying this."

"Nonsense! I heard that the Dark City-State Alliance once fought a war with the Forest of Elves. This news must be false, not to mention... The Goddess of Life is staying well in the Forest of Elves, how could it possibly be with the Demon God in the abyss? fight?"

Someone shook his head.

"I do not know then."

The speaker spread his hands.

Then he frowned again and said:

"It's just... The Goddess of Life is so powerful and hates evil existences so much. Why is it that the demons are about to invade the hinterland of the Abundant Plains, and He hasn't made a move yet?"

"It's normal, after all, the southern leader does not believe in the goddess of life."

someone said.

"But the Maple Leaf Leaders did not believe in the goddess of life before."

The speaker sighed.

After listening to his words, the people around looked at each other and fell into contemplation.

Many refugees showed expressions of surprise.

Only a few refugees who converted to the Church of Life were still dissatisfied:

"Rumours! These are all rumors! The goddess of life is kind and powerful, all these words you said are blasphemous!"

"I'm just talking about things."

"Hey, you are obviously using rumors to cause panic!"

The two sides quarreled, and quickly evolved from a quarrel to a quarrel, and then scuffled together.

There was chaos on the deck.

The chaotic scene attracted the attention of the crew on the surrounding ships, and many people whistled and watched the excitement.

Even the sailboat with a red flag that was avoided by many ships, many crew members looked over curiously.

On the deck of the sailboat, a knight in armor looked at the chaotic sailboat and frowned slightly.

He shook his head, turned his eyes away, and looked forward.

The ship has slowly entered the port, and someone on the shore has come to greet him.

Until the hull shook slightly, the pedals were lowered, the anchor went into the water, and the sailors used ropes to completely fix the boat.

"Lord Finn, here we are."

Said the crew respectfully.

The knight is none other than Finn, who jumped from an ordinary hunter to an intermediate knight during the Maple Moon Land Liberation War.

After the demons invaded the world of Saiggs and the war broke out in the southern part of the Holy Mania Empire, he was sent to the southern part of the empire to inquire about the situation.

I saw him nodding to the crew, jumping on the pier with a slight jump, and then boarding a carriage that had already been parked by the pier:

"Go to Wells Castle."

...

After a year of recuperation, the city of Zeroland has returned to prosperity again.

Passing through the straight, renovated streets of the city, the carriage stopped in front of a stately castle.

This is the castle of the Wells family and the residence of Sophia, the current Maple Moon Free Lord.

After getting off the carriage, entering the castle, and showing his identity, Fein finally came to the office of Ms. Sophia, the governor of Maple Moon Freedom, under the leadership of the castle deacon.

"Lord Sophia, Lord Finn has arrived."

The Guardian at the door reports.

Sophia is sitting behind her desk, dealing with government affairs.

The tenderness between her brows and eyes has long since faded, and she looks more mature than a year ago.

Hearing the announcement, she rubbed her temples and put down the quill.

Then, looking at Fein at the door, he smiled and said:

"Come in, Your Excellency Finn."

Fein came to Sophia and bowed respectfully.

And Sophia looked at him from top to bottom, and straight to the point:

"Lord Fein, the southern part of the Holy Mannia Empire, how is the war now?"

Fein's expression was solemn, and his eyes were a little dignified.

He sighed and said:

"Lord Sophia, it's serious... Now the situation there is getting worse."

"If I had to describe it in one word, it would be 'erosion'."

After listening to his words, Sophia was slightly solemn.

She sat up straight and asked:

"Isn't the Eternal Church in action?"

"It's in action. The Eternal Church and the Empire have sent the main army, but... there are too many demons."

Finn sighed.

After speaking, he glanced at the map behind Sophia and said solemnly:

"According to what I have observed, I am afraid that within two months, the demons may attack our Maple Moon Freeland."

"It's so fast?!"

Sophia looked surprised.

Fein nodded:

"Lord Sophia, the demon's movements are faster and stronger than we imagined... The strength of our territory is still very weak. If the demon attacks, it may be difficult for us to contend with it... We must inform the Forest of Spirits and request The help of the elf friends."

Sophia listened, thoughtfully.

After a while, she nodded slowly:

"I will report the matter to the church for consideration."

After she finished speaking, she glanced at Fein and found that the other party hesitated.

Sophia's heart moved:

"Lord Fein, is there anything else you want to say?"

Fein hesitated for a moment, then nodded:

"Lord Sophia."

"When I was in the south, I heard some rumors about the goddess's crown, and there was an intensifying trend..."