I don't want to be an elf!

After all that talking and bringing out the precious spirit crystals, isn't it all for this promise?

Without further ado, Tohka Yatogami got straight to the point and stated her requirements.

“My request is the same as William’s: I want you to liberate the Gold Fairies,” Tohka Yatogami said earnestly. “From now on, all Gold Fairies will no longer belong to anyone and will truly integrate into the floating continent archipelago, just like all other races.”

Surprisingly, Swan did not readily agree to the request.

He hesitated for a long time, frowning as he pondered deeply.

Although he desperately wanted the Spirit Crystal, he wasn't even sure if he could successfully analyze its creation process.

Even if he succeeds and can apply the method of refining spirit crystals to the Star God fragments, he still cannot be sure whether the [Soul Crystals] he creates by simply copying the method will have any practical use.

If he agrees to Tohka Yatogami's request, but the final result is unsatisfactory, it would mean that he would not only lose the opportunity to counterattack on the ground, but would also lose the Golden Fairy used to protect the floating continent.

It's a gamble.

“As you know, the Golden Fairy is an important weapon for protecting the floating continent archipelago,” Swan said slowly. “Until we can confirm that the analysis results can be used on the Star God Fragment and that the refined Soul Crystal has practical use, I cannot grant your request.”

“While I personally would love to agree, the Golden Fairy is something this guy created, and I have no control over it,” Black Candle Master said regretfully. “However, to be fair, I understand his concerns. How about you lend us the Spirit Crystals first so we can study them?”

"I don't know why, but I always feel like I'd be at a disadvantage if I agreed," Tohka Yatogami said, frowning.

"How could that be? I don't want your spirit crystals, I just want to use them for research." Swan immediately explained, "If I and this giant piece of junk don't figure anything out, I'll just return it to you. You haven't lost anything, have you?"

"Hmm...that's true..."

After all, this item card has already been used and cannot be put back into the inventory.

Rather than keeping it myself, I'd rather hand it over to these two to study and see if they can come up with anything of value.

Even if nothing comes of it, she can still get the spirit crystal back and use it herself.

"With Tohka in my hands, well, there's probably nothing in this world that can stop me."

With this thought in mind, Tohka Yatogami no longer hesitated.

With a wave of his hand, the spirit crystal that had just disappeared reappeared in his hand.

"Then, I'll leave it to you."

Tohka Yatogami tossed the spirit crystal in her hand to Shiwan and said solemnly.

"Remember our agreement. If you break it, I know where you live!"

Chapter 46 The Good News Brought by Tohka

Tohka Yatogami did not want to comment on what happened 500 years ago.

Perhaps the human kings and the pope of the church hesitated and argued when making the decision to betray the creator, and the heroes who knew about this also showed great courage and determination in their battle against the gods.

But whatever their reasons, their behavior is shameful.

The Star God created humanity, but humanity betrayed its creator in order to survive.

Perhaps, from the very beginning, humanity should never have existed in this world.

Although she sympathized with the fate of the star goddess named Eluk and couldn't say she approved of the choices humanity had made, the past could not be changed; all she could change was the future of this world.

Whether it's simply to complete the tasks assigned by the system or for the future of Nephren and the others, this deal is a must.

He handed over Kurumi Tokisaki's spirit crystal to Swan, who expressed his gratitude profusely. Not wanting to delay for a moment, he immediately pushed Kurokawa's wheelchair into the castle on the second floating island to begin the reverse analysis experiment.

Meanwhile, Yatogami Tohka boarded an airship to return from the second floating island to the fourth fairy warehouse.

Two days later, she finally ended her journey and returned to the Fourth Fairy Warehouse.

"Tohka!"

"Yay, yay, I'm finally back."

"You made us worry for so long!"

The floating island where the Fourth Fairy Warehouse is located, the dock.

As soon as she disembarked, Yatogami Tohka saw a group of people who had been waiting there for a long time, and they surrounded her, asking her how she was doing.

Nephren hugged her tightly and buried her head in her chest without saying a word, to express her longing for her after so long apart.

Clearly, those who knew Tohka Yatogami's true nature were very uneasy about her being alone outside for so long.

Now that everyone has finally seen her return safe and sound, they can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"I told you before that you don't need to worry about Tohka."

Seeing that Yatogami Tohka had returned safely, William said in a tone that suggested he knew it would happen, "You people worry too much. See? She's back perfectly fine."

Two days ago, he returned home after meeting with Swan.

But instead of warm greetings, he was met with a series of questioning voices.

After all, Tohka Yatogami left with him, and now only William has returned, while Tohka Yatogami is nowhere to be seen, which has made everyone very anxious.

Although he repeatedly assured everyone that nothing would happen and that Tohka Yatogami would be back soon, he still couldn't calm everyone down.

Especially since they knew that Yatogami Tohka was not a Golden Fairy and had been summoned by the Great Sage.

They only had a bad feeling.

To be honest, William also regretted not coming back with Yatogami Tohka.

But after meeting and talking with Swan, his mind was filled with jumbled thoughts, and he completely forgot about her.

The current Swan is quite different from the Swan he knew, and leaving her alone in the Sage's Abode is definitely not a good idea.

Although he appeared calm and composed, reassuring everyone, he was actually somewhat flustered.

Fortunately, she finally returned today, two days later.

Finally free from everyone's nagging, his expression clearly relaxed a lot.

"Sorry for making you worry."

Yatogami Tohka patted the back of Nephren's head and said proudly, "However, I have good news to announce."

Upon hearing her words, everyone looked puzzled.

Only William's eyelids twitched uneasily.

What good news can this guy bring back from the Sage's Abode?

Although it might be a bit harsh to say this, William didn't have high expectations for Tohka Yatogami's abilities.

He, a former aspiring hero, Swann's old friend, and Black Candle Lord's sworn brother, had not been able to obtain any tangible benefits from them, let alone Yatogami Tohka.

But judging from her demeanor, she seemed to have genuinely brought some good news; she didn't appear to be lying...

William put aside his worries for the moment and continued to listen to what good news she had brought back.

"If things go smoothly, the Golden Fairies will truly be free and won't need to fight as weapons anymore!" Tohka Yatogami said happily. "Not only will you not have to go to the battlefield, but you can also go wherever you want, just like the other beastmen!"

Hearing Yatogami Tohka's inspiring words, the Gold Fairies looked puzzled.

free?

No need for combat?

Like other orc races?

Just as the golden fairies were wondering where the basis for these words came from, William, who had just breathed a sigh of relief, now felt his heart leap into his throat again.

After talking with Swann, he realized how deep this guy's obsession with returning to the ground was, and that's why he would never give up the Golden Fairy, the only weapon that could fulfill his ideal.

William couldn't fathom what Yatogami Tohka had discussed with him that led Swann to back down.

No, perhaps it shouldn't be discussed...

"You, you wouldn't...?"

William's Adam's apple bobbed violently, and he asked in a trembling voice, "You didn't, you didn't, kill Swan, did you?"

"That's really rude of me. I'm not the kind of person who would resort to violence at the slightest provocation, okay?"

Tohka Yatogami glared at him and said angrily, "I talked to him properly, I definitely didn't force him!"

"It's fine if it doesn't, it's fine if it doesn't."

Upon learning that Swann, who had survived for five hundred years, had not met with an unexpected downfall, William's pale face finally regained some color.

Although William and Swann did not reach an agreement and their positions were almost opposite, they did not become enemies.

He knew the situation facing the floating continent islands and could understand Swan's obsession with counterattacking the ground and returning to his homeland, but from William's own perspective, he could not support Swan no matter what.

He still wanted to protect the Golden Fairy.

However, after learning a great deal about the Golden Fairy from Swann and Black Candle, he no longer intended to follow his previous plan.

This time, he originally planned to wait for Yatogami Tohka to return before making new plans with her.

But if this guy kills Swann, then everything will truly be beyond repair.

Fortunately, Tohka Yatogami did not act rashly.

Otherwise, William would really have to consider running away with a bunch of golden fairies and Nigoran overnight.

With a huge weight lifted from his heart, William finally breathed a sigh of relief, no longer needing to flee with his entire family.

Then, curiosity inevitably arose in my heart.

If Tohka Yatogami really persuaded Shiwan through conversation, then what exactly did they talk about?

It's worth noting that even William, Swann's former close friend, personally negotiated with him, but he didn't budge an inch on the matter of the Golden Fairy.

What bargaining chip did Yatogami Tohka offer to make that stubborn old man back down and agree to give the Golden Fairy the same status as the other beastmen?

"Tohka, could you tell everyone what exactly happened?"

After everyone calmed down a bit, William spoke up: "This is no small matter. Everyone needs to know what agreement you and Swan reached to feel at ease."

"Yes, of course, I'll tell you what happened."

Tohka Yatogami nodded.

"But before that, let's go home first."

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