Free Web NovelChapter 264: Sacred City of GoldenVeil
[Arwen’s Loyalty increased by 1%]
[Arwen’s Opinion increased by 1]
Ethan stopped pressing forward the moment those system screens flickered into view, simply keeping his hand resting on the warm, soft swell of her huge tits without going any further.
Fortunately, the gates to the noble ring had been sealed earlier. He hadn’t wanted any interruptions, so there was no risk of anyone witnessing the scene.
Arwen’s body visibly relaxed when she realized Ethan had given her space.
As for his hand still cupping her bare breast, his fingers sinking gently into the warm, pliant flesh, and the huge, stiff bulge in his pants nestled snugly between the soft, plump cheeks of her ass, she could only find it strange how comfortable she felt with both...
Soon enough, something else diverted her attention, and her eyes drifted back to the tree.
Suddenly, Arwen’s eyes widened.
That Tree of Life had a developed ego!
Well, every Tree of Life had an ego, in a way. But not every ego was a fully developed one. Generally, they were closer to mere animal instincts.
This tree, however, had a truly complete and intelligent ego!
A slight vibration rippled through the leaves, and Arwen smiled. "This is a very interesting tree... comparable to the lineage of the first tree in the history of the elves, the one that was burned by the green skins in the past..."
She paused for a brief moment, then giggled.
"Fufufu~ she’s been watching you ever since you acquired her, and she thinks you’re quite worthy of being her daddy..."
"Daddy?" Ethan blinked, confusion washing over his face. freeωebnovēl.c૦m
"Well, I’m her mother... do you wish to abandon your offspring now?" Arwen’s green eyes narrowed, and she shifted on Ethan’s lap.
Her delicate fingers slid up to rest on his shoulders, while her full, soft breasts mashed against his chest, the warm mounds flattening into pillowy cushions against the young lord’s firm torso.
Her stiff nipples dragged faintly across the fabric of his shirt, sending a subtle shiver down her spine.
"I’d be quite disappointed if my proud ’future husband’ were a scoundrel human who runs away from his obligations."
She paused briefly, then spoke in a playful tone.
"Her spirit will be able to take physical form once she reaches maturity..."
A teasing glint flashed in her green eyes.
"You are not going to tell me that you want to take her as your wife too, and have her call you ’daddy’ for another reason, are you? I don’t remember humans being that naughty..."
Ethan shuddered at those words.
Well, it was his own fault, since he had been acting like a pervert.
’Uh... I just hope she isn’t a loli...’
That was the only thought crossing Ethan’s mind. freewebnøvel.coɱ
His gaze shifted, settling on the tree as he slowly reached out toward its trunk.
Ethan’s left hand rested against the tree’s rough bark, his eyes closing the moment he felt its mana begin to flow through his fingers.
A warm current ran through his palm, rising slowly up his arm and spreading across his chest, as if the tree itself were recognizing him.
A gentle smile formed on his lips as the tingling sensation intensified.
It wasn’t just mana flowing between them; it was as if the tree’s very feelings were being poured directly into his mind.
Unlike Arwen, Ethan couldn’t hear her voice. Still, it was impossible not to sense the joy she radiated, each pulse of mana coursing through his palm carrying a pure emotion.
[You have received the blessing of the Tree of Life of Goldenveil!]
[Name: Blessing of the Tree of Life of Goldenveil
Description: The semi-divine blessing of a healthy and powerful Tree of Life. The blessing will remain active as long as the tree lives.
While the blessing remains active, the host and all members of their family will receive 100% immunity to poisons.
The effects of the Tree of Life’s blessing will grow stronger as it matures and gains power.
Effects: +100% XP bonus, +100% immunity to curses and poisons, +150% healing and regeneration rate for aura, mana, wounds, and diseases.]
"Ah... I can already tell I’m going to like you," Ethan sighed, slowly opening his eyes.
His satisfaction only grew as his gaze swept over the avalanche of notifications that had materialized after the tree’s birth.
[A Tree of Life has been planted in Goldenveil!
- The name of your capital has been changed: Goldenveil → Sacred City of Goldenveil
- +1,000 prestige
- Relations with the Elven Confederation improved! Neutral → Friendly
- High-level talents will be more likely to be born in Goldenveil.
- No child born in Goldenveil will have a talent lower than Rank C.
- Talents lower than Rank C living in Goldenveil will receive small monthly improvements to their talent until they reach Rank C.
- Those advancing to the third stage or higher can receive direct assistance from the Tree of Life during their critical stages.
- Talents have a small annual chance to advance to the next level of talent if they live in Goldenveil. The chance for talent improvement in children is much higher.
- The percentage of elves arriving in Goldenveil each month increases!]
[Congratulations, your noble title has been promoted! Lower Count → Intermediate Count
- +5 premium gacha tickets
- +20 common gacha tickets]
[Goldenveil’s prosperity has increased! Good → Prosperous!]
[Goldenveil’s attractiveness has increased! Good → Extremely Attractive!]
[Name: Sacred City of GoldenVeil
Type: Large Village
Population: 6,003
Population Loyalty: 91%
Houses: 1,325 (1,311 occupied)
Prosperity: Prosperous
Attractiveness: Extremely Attractive
Population Growth: +127/Week (Increase attractiveness and prosperity to gain more residents)
Lord: Ethan GoldenVeil
Knights: 0
Average Level: 0
Guard: 500 Soldiers
Average Level: 38
Guard Loyalty: 95%
’The Divine Wall of GoldenVeil’ Status: 3,120,990/3,120,990
Treasury: 370,000 gold coins (-1,805/month)
Upgrade requirements: 1,325/2,500 houses, 6,003/10,000 inhabitants, 10,000 gold coins, Lord at Viscount level or higher]
Ethan had to hold himself back from bursting into an excited laugh.
His heart pounded hard in his chest, and a broad smile kept escaping the corners of his lips as he reread each line.
Truly worthy of an SSS-Rank item!
With that, he was certain that, at least in terms of Aura and mana density, only the great capitals of the wealthy central empires could compare to Goldenveil.
Thinking about how many warriors at the peak of the second stage with talent above Rank C already lived in Goldenveil, his excitement only grew.
With the city’s absurd magical density, and now that it stood as sacred ground, anyone at Rank B would be almost guaranteed to reach the third stage, while those at Rank C would have far better chances.
