Today, the author was forced by family to look for a job because they believe staying at home is unproductive, which is why the update is so late today.
The author also intends to move out and rent a place, otherwise, they feel like an eyesore at home.
So, the update time will resume to early morning; it might sometimes get stuck in review until the morning before it can be published.
Theresa, Dan Heng, March 7th, and Stelle followed behind Gepard and the Silvermane Guards, arriving at Belobog, which was much calmer compared to the extreme weather of the blizzard outside.
City of Preservation — Belobog
“Huh, it’s actually not that cold after coming in here!”
March 7th exclaimed in surprise.
“Yeah, and you can actually see clear sunlight here.”
Dan Heng also said, arms crossed, observing the beautiful and harmonious Belobog.
“Because you are in Belobog, the last fortress of humanity.”
Hearing their words, Gepard immediately stopped, turned around, and explained to everyone.
“The last fortress?”
March 7th asked in surprise.
Gepard thought for a moment, beginning to recall the history of this town.
“Seven hundred years ago, monsters from beyond the sky, the Antimatter Legion, ignited the planet.
At that time, the land became scorched earth, with burning molten lava and boiling black smoke everywhere.”
“At the critical moment of the planet’s survival, the Eternal Freeze suddenly descended — the sweeping cold wind came without warning, burying the invading legion in snow, leaving only Belobog —”
“The final, resolute City builders established this massive city.
Under the protection of the Preservation, Qlipoth, Belobog was spared from the snowstorms, maintaining a mild and pleasant climate forever.”
Gepard said proudly and intoxicatedly; his expression of being somewhat immersed in it made everyone want to laugh.
“He speaks so strangely~”
March 7th remarked, watching Gepard, who was lost in his own world.
“That wasn’t his usual tone; he must be quoting some classic text.”
Dan Heng said flatly.
“I get it, he’s indulging himself~”
Theresa said with a giggle.
“Emm, then why is he telling us all this?”
March 7th asked curiously, not noticing that Gepard had stopped reciting and was now glaring at them.
“Because you asked!” This story is hosted at g.com.
Gepard said, glaring at March 7th with dissatisfaction.
Dan Heng closed his eyes, unable to bear watching, Stelle laughed happily, and Theresa watched the amusing scene with a smile.
As for the Silvermane Guards, they held back their laughter, not daring to laugh in front of Gepard.
“Ah, this~”
March 7th awkwardly touched her head and smiled.
However, Gepard didn’t say anything; he wasn’t that petty.
“So now you know why Belobog is unaffected by the extreme external climate.
It is precisely because of the protection of the City builders and the Amber Lord, Qlipoth, that those snowstorms can only rage outside the city walls.
This city is able to shelter the only flame of life on this planet, and it is the last fortress where humanity can exist and catch its breath.”
“So, everyone, follow me to meet the Supreme Guardian; you do not have permission to move freely for now.”
Gepard continued to lead everyone toward Qlipoth Fort, explaining to them.
Everyone knew they were newcomers and it wasn’t good to fall out with the locals, provided they didn’t go too far; after all, the Trailblazers were not weak or easily bullied.
Thus, they followed behind Gepard and moved with him.
Seeing this, Gepard secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
After all, he really had no confidence in competing with these visitors from beyond the sky, especially Theresa.
He was completely on guard against her; the feeling of that flame made Gepard’s hair stand on end.
His keen intuition, honed from fighting Fragmentum Monsters, told him that if he were hit by that strange flame, his fate would be no better than those monsters that turned to ash.
“Guard Captain Gepard, may we curiously ask you some questions?”
Dan Heng asked Gepard while walking alongside everyone.
“As long as it doesn’t involve core secrets or sensitive issues, of course, that is fine.”
Gepard said while walking.
The Silvermane Guards were intentionally or unintentionally surrounding the Trailblazers as they walked, but everyone understood that this was their first meeting, so having a sense of vigilance was natural.
After all, the Trailblazers were also very wary of the local forces here, such as whether the Supreme Guardian was easy to talk to, whether they would be backstabbed, and so on—these were all questions that needed to be considered.
“Those strange creatures we saw in the snowfield outside the city, they come from the eroded spatial Rift, right?”
Dan Heng’s words also allowed Gepard to relax his tensed heart; this was indeed not a secret.
“You actually know?
Well, that’s right, you come from beyond the sky; it’s not strange that you are more knowledgeable than us.”
“Yes, they all come from the eroded Rift.
The monsters you saw are just one type.
Among those Fragmentum Monsters, there are many more troublesome high-ranking existences.”
“For example, elemental life forms from the Rift that are made of pure flames or frost.
It is said that a long time ago there were other attributes, but fortunately, only fire and ice remain now.”
“Because of these mutated elemental Fragmentum Monsters, the number of sacrificed Silvermane Guards has surged, which has also troubled us immensely.”
Gepard said helplessly.
He was truly not lying about this; the Silvermane Guards could at most be considered slightly stronger ordinary people, relying on their ordinary material armor and battle spears, which was fine for dealing with ordinary small monsters.
Against elite-level Outer Universe Flame and Outer Universe Ice, the Silvermane Guards were far from being opponents and could only use human wave tactics to wear them down, unless he was there to demonstrate the shield of Preservation, which could reduce the number of sacrifices among the Silvermane Guards.
“The Silvermane Guards have been fighting these Fragmentum Monsters, but the situation is not optimistic.
After you all meet with the Supreme Guardian, I sincerely hope to learn more about this intelligence from you.
In return, I will also tell you some intelligence that is not considered confidential as an exchange.”
Gepard said as he walked with everyone.
Everyone nodded in agreement; they felt that exchanging intelligence was very reasonable.
“We have arrived.
This is the heart of Belobog, the headquarters of the City builders, and the Supreme Guardian is inside.”
Gepard explained to everyone.
He paused, seemingly able to tell that everyone had many questions.
“What are the City builders?”
March 7th asked, puzzled.
“They are the saviors of humanity.
Long before the arrival of the Eternal Freeze, they endured the misunderstanding and ridicule of the world and insisted on building a town here.
History has proven that their choice was undoubtedly correct.”
“And the City builders named this fortress after the Aeon of Preservation, Qlipoth.
Under their leadership, humanity resisted the offensives of external enemies and blocked the invasion of the Eternal Freeze, and even now, this city is blocking the invasion of the Rift.”
Gepard explained the contributions the City builders had made to everyone; his expression was incredibly reverent, and everyone listened to his narration politely.
It might not seem tempting right now but who knows what the future holds?
“And If you’re enjoying it, drop a Power Stone for me!”