LOL: Let me touch your steel

"That's right. When I saw the Yodels here surrounding me, praying to me, cheering and dancing, I suddenly realized that maybe guarding them is not a bad thing. At the very least, it can bring a little comfort to my sinful body and mind."

Varus remained silent as he listened to Balquxus' words.

sin.

The word "heavy" is a word that almost all Darkin cannot escape.

"If I said to you that I wanted you to leave here and return to Shurima with me...what would you do?"

Varus took a step forward, took a deep breath, and said with a burning gaze: "I hope we can atone for our sins together."

But after listening to Varus' words, Balkuks just sighed softly.

"Veros, I can't leave here, nor do I want to leave here. Compared to you, I may have been clear-headed for a longer time. It has been a long time since I have maintained this peaceful state."

There was a trace of sincerity in Balkux's eyes: "It's been a long time, enough for me to reflect on my life. Varus, I have been fighting for too long. So long that I don't even remember when I joined the army."

"I am more suitable for this place now. Varus, I'm sorry."

"Master Sun Priest...I'm sorry."

Although Varus could not understand Balquxus' decision, he did not feel any resentment.

As a former compatriot and comrade-in-arms, he respected Balkuks' decision.

In fact, when Varus asked that question, he already had a premonition in his heart. Now, it was just a premonition coming true.

"It doesn't matter."

Zhang Xu nodded to show his understanding.

In fact, when Zhang Xu received this mission from Azir, he did not expect to really bring back a few Darkin. Even if these Darkin gradually broke the seal and resurrected, after so much time, no one could guarantee that these Darkin could maintain their former loyalty to Shurima.

Perhaps many Darkin have chosen to fall completely.

Or maybe, like Balquhus, he doesn't want to live a life of war anymore.

His original plan was to bring back Varus, Aatrox and other Darkin in the game. As for Ibalos and the like... they were just unexpected surprises.

"Balkuks, you have spent a long time here. Do you know why we suddenly came to this magical realm? Why did the portal leading here suddenly appear in front of us?"

"Um..."

Balkux pondered for a moment and whispered, "This is a special magical world that transcends the material realm. Generally speaking, the boundary between here and the material realm is clear. Although the Yodel people may have mastered the passage to the outside world, few people actually know how to get here."

"Most of those who accidentally came here before were mortals or magicians with not-so-great magical powers. Maybe it was just luck that suddenly broke into this world."

"But... I think the High Priest may not have entered by mistake like those people. Perhaps, someone who has mastered space magic can also cause the two to intersect, so that the portal leading to here will appear in front of him."

Balkuks gave his own speculation based on his knowledge and feelings over the years of being a sacred tree.

Space magic?

If you say that I carry a time rune on me, so I have certain time attributes, then I admit it.

But space magic...

Zhang Xu's expression suddenly froze. He thought of Bad's previous actions and the three little wood spirits.

In the game, Bard can indeed open a portal to travel through the terrain...

Chapter 255 Commitment

Zhang Xu's breathing gradually became rapid. The little wood spirit that entered his body...could it really have the ability of space magic?

That's space magic!

No matter what novel it is placed in, it is a power that can be compared with the power of time.

In the entire Runeterra, Zhang Xu has never seen anyone who has truly mastered space magic... Maybe Ryze is one?

Zhang Xu really couldn’t think of anything else.

Seeing Zhang Xu's thoughtful expression, Balkuks faintly smiled: "It is my honor to be able to help the priest."

"Your words really gave me an idea."

Zhang Xu woke up from his thoughts, took a deep breath, and smiled: "Since you don't want to leave with us...why don't you tell me, is there anything else you want to do...or miss in Rune Continent?"

"I can do it for you if I can."

"There's nothing I want to do anymore... If you can, please apologize to General Aatrox for me. I can't follow him any longer."

"Also, could you please tell me, Master Priest..."

A hint of hesitation flashed across Balkux's huge eyes. After a moment, he met Zhang Xu and Varus' gaze and continued, "I hope the High Priest can tell me, what is the current situation of Shurima?"

Balkuks' words were both within Zhang Xu's expectations and beyond his expectations.

Zhang Xu took a deep breath, and a complicated look appeared in his eyes.

It was really hard to imagine what Aatrox, who once commanded the entire Celestial Legion, looked like to convince these respected Ascendants to follow him even after they had fallen into Darkin. Even now that they were sane and back to normal, they still missed him.

It is even more difficult to imagine what the scene was like in Shurima during its heyday that could make these unruly god-warriors loyal and regard it as a spiritual totem.

Balkux was obviously very concerned about the answer to this question. If there was one thing in Runeterra that he could not let go of, it must be Shurima, to which he was loyal, and the glory he once had.

Even Varus on the side seemed to be listening attentively, and it was obvious that he also cared about this matter very much.

"Shurima is... fine now. Azir has risen again, and the sun disc is once again hanging high above the Solar Empire. Despite the loss of you god-warriors, Shurima is still thriving."

"Shurima has now reestablished contact with Ixtal, and the rebellion of the Republic of Nazumang has been quelled. The upper city of Piltover outside the Shurima continent has also reached a trade cooperation with Shurima. Even the sea area of ​​​​Bilgewater is now under the control of Shurima."

"Once I find you darkin and the new ascenders, I believe that His Majesty Azir will soon be able to lead Shurima back to its peak and regain its former glory."

Sarah on the side glanced at Zhang Xu with a slightly strange look on her face.

When she was bored on the boat before, she heard Xiweier talk about Zhang Xu's deeds. As for what Zhang Xu just said...it seems that most of it is Zhang Xu's credit, right?

Really...Azir leads Shurima back to its peak?

When you are out, you know how to flatter the emperor!

"So... that's how it is."

The branches of Balkuks floated up and down, as if telling Zhang Xu that his heart was not at peace.

"Veros, I can no longer see the glory of Shurima. You must help me witness the moment when Shurima returns to glory and shines forever on the earth!"

"I will."

Varus's answer was brief but extremely firm.

Zhang Xu sighed silently. This was a man's promise, simple yet firm.

Sarah on the side was also in awe. Although she was not a man, she had seen many promises of entrusting orphans when she was a bounty hunter and sailed on the sea with her men.

Just like the scene before our eyes.

"In that case, I will call back the little Yodel and tell him that the priest has no ill intentions. I believe that after I say that, they will not embarrass you."

Balkux waved the branch and said sincerely: "But I want to remind the priest that this magical realm seems to have a different time attribute from the outside world. If possible, you should leave here as soon as possible."

"I know this."

Zhang Xu nodded. He had some understanding of this. He did not plan to stay here for too long. Although this time was nothing to them, if he stayed here for too long, after decades outside, who knows what changes would happen in the Rune Land.

At the very least, the Void Watcher is the biggest trouble.

Coupled with Bard's sudden arrival, Runeterra may not have decades of peace.

......

Looking at the sacred tree that still exuded a peaceful atmosphere and Zhang Xu with a smile on his face, Timo subconsciously clenched the blowgun in his hand.

Grandpa Shengshu had just told him that Zhang Xu meant no harm.

But he felt like something was wrong...

Why did Grandpa Shengshu stay alone with these people for such a long time?

Why did Grandpa Holy Tree suddenly appear this time?

What did they talk about?

Too many questions exist in Teemo's heart, but the attitude of the Holy Tree has already made it clear. Over a long period of time, almost all Yodel people have developed blind trust in the Holy Tree.

"Okay, I apologize for what happened before. I was wrong about you."

Although he had many doubts in his heart, Timo still apologized to Zhang Xu and others as he had said before.

But when Timo's eyes touched the smile on Zhang Xu's mouth, this legendary Yodel seemed a little embarrassed and pretended to be serious: "However, if you do anything to harm Bandle City, I will still take you down without hesitation!"

"Okay, okay, this is your Yodel territory, so of course you have the final say."

"So now, can you please invite us to your favorite tavern to drink some mead? Just consider it as an apology in action, okay?"

Zhang Xu spread his hands and treated Timo like a child.

"Huh? How did you know I like mead?"

"Well... of course it was your Holy Tree Grandpa who told me. I think you once told him in front of your Holy Tree Grandpa, and he remembered it, right?"

"Really... is that so?"

"Yeah, believe me, that's it..."

Chapter 256: We Meet Again, Vigus

Following Teemo all the way back to the interior of Bandle City, Zhang Xu and his group saw many Yodels. Just as set in the background of the game, almost all Yodels lived a leisurely and happy life.

Along the way, every Yodel that Zhang Xu saw had a smile on his face. Some younger Yodels were making cheerful noises, while the older Yodels were basically humming songs while doing their own things.

Of course, curious glances are inevitable along the way.

Outsiders rarely set foot in Bandle City. Even if someone accidentally comes here, they will generally be captured by Bandle City’s guards, forcibly expelled, or directly killed.

Just as Zhang Xu was stunned, a few little Yodels who were playing saw them. These Yodels were obviously bolder. Although the Yodels they met before were curious, they just watched from a distance and did not do much.

But after hesitating, these Yodel people came over in unison.

"Uncle Timo! Uncle Timo! We are your fans!"

One of them, a Yodel who was slightly bigger but still several dozen centimeters shorter than Teemo, came up excitedly, waving a blowgun he made in imitation of Teemo.