Chapter 222: Dragon Life Experience - Weird Valley
Chapter 222: Dragon Life Experience - Weird Valley
As the dragon departed, tranquility settled over the area.
"Is the master okay?"
Mikan was visibly concerned. Attempting to mount the dragon could prove perilous.
Although knights could fly briefly in their later stages, that ability was limited to those who had achieved the Silver Moon level. Ronin did not yet possess such strength.
A fall from such a height could have dire consequences.
Rydar's expression was one of deep worry.
"The Lord's actions are certainly risky, but he must have a plan. We must trust him," he said.
Elrond whispered, "May the God of Light protect you, my lord!"
As they conversed, Kurami and the others, who had been hiding in a nearby cave, emerged, trembling.
The dragon's fiery breath had extinguished, but the air was thick with the stench of burning, an unpleasant reminder of their recent ordeal.
"I didn't expect we would survive!" exclaimed Jenny, looking at her husband. Horn clasped her hand tightly, relief evident in their eyes.
The other survivors shared similar sentiments.
Carlos's terrifying visage had cast a long shadow over their hearts, likely haunting their dreams for some time.
"Commander, where is Lord Ronin?" Tom inquired, scanning the area.
He, Rydar, Macon, Elrond, and Joffrey were the only ones outside; Ronin was nowhere to be seen.
The others also noted his absence and looked at Rydar anxiously.
"The Lord is currently attempting to tame the dragon and has ridden it northward."
This revelation shocked everyone. Merely standing before the dragon required immense bravery, let alone climbing onto its back and seeking to tame it.
"Macken, Elrond, stay here and keep watch over the cave. Do not enter rashly until we return," Rydar instructed. The possibility of other dangers lurking within made caution paramount.
"I'll head north to check on the adults," he added.
The dragons had vanished into the sky almost instantly, their faint roars suggesting they were headed north.
Despite their concerns for the Lord, the group could do nothing but guard the cave and hope for his safe return.
Meanwhile, on a northern beach, Ronin listened intently as Carlos recounted his life story.
If there were one word to describe Carlos's existence as a dragon, it would be 'miserable.'
Since hatching, Carlos had been confined within the cave, enduring over two hundred and eighty years of captivity.
For two centuries, Natalia had infused dark energy into his body via a dark altar, aiming to transform him.
Ronin was astounded by Carlos's age and the longevity of his captors, like Natalia. Given that even Meteor-level stars rarely lived beyond 130 years, and Natalia was only a Silver-level star, the longevity of these individuals was baffling.
Carlos, however, could not provide clear explanations, his knowledge limited by his imprisonment.
The daily routine of his captors had remained unchanged for years—morning sacrifices and nightly patrols.
The specifics of his captivity included occasional changes in Natalia's partners among the knights.
Ronin reflected on the history of the region. Over two centuries ago, the Orlant Empire had fallen, leading to prolonged chaos during which the Alduin and Theresia families rose to prominence.
The details of those turbulent times were scant, even in the history books of Wushan Fort, leaving Ronin to speculate about the origins of the strange cave, Carlos, and his captors.
Deciding to focus on the present, Ronin presented Carlos with a gift in return for his allegiance.
Using a unique contract scroll, he summoned Carlos's attribute panel: [Frostfire Wings·Carlos]: Level 5 (7349/7500) +
The requirements for Carlos to advance were daunting, needing thousands of energy essences to progress. Yet, seeing Carlos nearly ready to level up, Ronin chose to invest his energy essences.
As Ronin transferred his energy, Carlos's status updated: [Frostfire Wing·Carlos]: Level 6 (0/12500) +
Overwhelmed by the magnitude of energy required for further advancement, Ronin pondered his limited resources.
Meanwhile, Carlos, rejuvenated by the influx of energy, shed his old scales, a physical manifestation of his growth. "What are you doing?" Ronin asked, intrigued by the falling scales.
"When my strength increases, aged scales fall off to make way for new growth," Carlos explained, his voice filled with reverence. "Thank you for this gift, Master!"
From level five to six, the change was minor in numerical terms but monumental in effect, bypassing decades, if not centuries, of natural progression.
"This is good stuff!" Ronin exclaimed, collecting the fallen scales.
If crafted into armor, these dragon scales would offer formidable protection and immense value.
"Carlos, can I use these scales to craft armor?" Ronin inquired.
"Feel free to use them, Master!" Carlos replied generously, unattached to the discarded scales.
With newfound materials at his disposal and a dragon newly loyal, Ronin's prospects seemed ever brighter.
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