Frillian in the Elden Ring

"not necessarily."

"President, have you noticed? It has power, completely different from a weak phantom."

Unfortunately, the observation was fleeting, and the white shadow either disappeared or hid deep inside. Now that I couldn't find any trace of it, I had to give up and focus on cleaning up the battlefield in front of me.

The excavation manager also shared information: some workers had reported seeing strange apparitions, but nothing was ever done about them.

All that remains are just a few words and rumors.

Although Fulilian was extremely curious and eager to begin digging immediately, Volame insisted on eliminating the kingdom's hidden dangers first. In that case, she had no choice but to give up. Facing the demon threat was one of the few reasons she could give up her desire to explore the maze. She had to crush those guys first.

Get revenge first.

He must take care of the blood debt of the elves slaughtered in the north.

The little incident did not affect the atmosphere of celebration. The excavation team believed that they would have to enter the tomb to explore sooner or later, and they would eventually find out what strange things were inside.

The group repaired the fortifications in an orderly manner, treated the wounded, took turns to rest and receive reinforcements, and did not forget to deal with the dying monsters. The scene finally became peaceful.

During this period, many nobles came after hearing the news. After all, it was hard not to pay attention to such a big commotion in the Tomb of the Lonely King.

They saw someone they knew.

Everyone was familiar with Wayne, a renowned figure in the aristocratic world, and he served as a perfect bridge for communication. The two sides engaged in a cheerful discussion, creating the atmosphere of a salon banquet. He wouldn't have been so enthusiastic before, but today he had a different goal:

By introducing Fulilian, Lehman and Volame to test each other.

The perception coverage of three top magicians is strong, each one is stronger than the other. Even the demons who are experts in disguise can't escape. If you dare to come, you will be exposed on the spot.

But the enemy chose the most effective method:

Not coming.

The demon commander was cautious, forgoing the opportunity to launch a probing attack and avoiding counter-detection. As a result, the foursome gained nothing, so they simply focused on socializing.

"Thanks to your help, otherwise there would have been heavy losses around the Lingluo King's Tomb."

"I will apply to His Majesty for honors. You all deserve this commendation, including your contribution in killing the great demon in the canyon."

"Requesting an audience? Your Majesty has been in seclusion for a long time and may not be available..."

The nobles tried their best to win him over.

Compared to topics about the royal family, they actually prefer to show what their family can bring to the association, or simply chat with Fulilian.

It was obvious that there was not a united consensus within the kingdom that openly opposed magic. Most of the far-sighted nobles realized that the trend was overwhelming and planned to establish relations with the Magic Association in advance in order to free ride.

Therefore, they were even willing to lower their dignity to compliment a minor like Volame.

"Thank you."

The red-haired girl just nodded in response, but in fact she felt nothing at all. This level of praise was meaningless and was not as good as a word of encouragement from her master.

However, her performance became a plus point in the eyes of the nobles.

Although he was young, Volame did not have the common problems of children of his age. On the contrary, he was humble, brave and wise. He responded to everyone in a dignified manner and did not become arrogant because of flattery.

To some pampered nobles, she was the experienced wizard who had truly seen the world and experienced life and death.

He is the chosen one now and will hold great power in the future.

Anyone with the necessary skills could see that Volame's potential meant he would be the future heir. The Association's two main pillars, Celia and Fulilian, were not interested in government affairs. The former, unable to find a suitable apprentice, repeatedly inquired about other people's children. The latter's protectiveness was evident in her words.

The support and training provided by the two magicians of the Age of Gods ensured her future success.

It never hurts to make friends early, just think of it as a way to show your face.

The nobles welcomed the team arranged by Celia very much, which covered all three generations, including old, middle-aged and young people. There were familiar faces, the backbone generation, and future successors, making them perfect partners for establishing diplomatic relations.

Although the ancestor of magic may not have thought too much about it, I still give a thumbs up to the old man.

late at night.

The party continued until the moonlight deepened, and then everyone gradually retired, though there was certainly some singing and dancing. In their excitement, the nobles even called in orchestras and theater troupes, transforming what was once a battlefield by day into an amusement park by night.

By the secluded campfire, Volame yawned after finishing his travel log.

"Children need more sleep to grow."

Fulilian came over and handed me a glass of milk, which felt warm in my hands.

"Master, you haven't grown taller because you've lost sleep?"

"Stop talking nonsense!"

She solemnly declared that her power had already given her the form of an adult elf, and it was sealed for safety reasons. Her petite size was just a byproduct.

"By the way, you didn't find any clues about the demons?"

"Yes, the enemy is very cautious. So the plan remains unchanged. We still have to make a special trip. Leman, who also represents the association, and I will go to meet with King Ander V. You and Wayne will stay behind to contact the local nobles and advance the maze exploration. Let's split up."

After much thought, I think the original plan is better. In the absence of sufficient information, we have to try it step by step.

Keep the most dangerous ones for yourself.

According to estimates, the infiltrated kingdom's high-level officials must have set a trap, and it was strategic for the skilled and courageous Fulilian to take the initiative to step on it, not to mention that she had the support of the magic assassin.

The demons must have corresponding methods, no matter what, the truth will be revealed when the time comes.

"...Don't worry about the palace, Volame. I didn't bring you here to immerse yourself in some conspiracy. Exploration is what's most important. Our only remaining goal is the Tomb of the Fallen King. How have you been along this journey?"

"Great, this is the adventure I want."

"Yes, this is actually my first time going on a long-distance adventure with everyone. Suddenly, the world feels quite big and vast."

"The master always exudes a sense of not being understood."

Fulilian smiled and touched the red-haired girl's head. As expected, Volame was extremely sensitive. Her feelings came from her experiences in different worlds, and she had left indelible memories in both worlds.

After finishing the matter of the Tomb of the Broken King, it's time to go back. There is also the Eternal City to explore there.

"Aren't you going to sleep? Planning to stargaze all night?"

Facing Fulilian's question, Volame lay down and nodded, gazing at the bright starry sky, feeling more relaxed than ever before.

Just stay up late.

At this point, her body is not at the level where she will become tired if she doesn't get enough sleep. Not to mention that magic power itself can enhance her physical fitness to a certain extent, the blessing of Da Luen alone is enough to make a person as strong as an ox.

It would be better to spend some free time with your apprentice.

The two of them lay flat on their backs, head to head, resting their hands on their heads as they gazed at the upside-down Milky Way. The world seemed to become silent.

The breeze blew up the red and white hair, and they could hear each other's breathing. They could not see the bustle of the party out of the corner of their eyes, and their vision was only of the stars.

"I suddenly realized something: while adventure is great, I'd rather experience slaying monsters, helping others clear paths, gathering materials, and so on. It's adventure in peace, savoring the afterglow of tranquility."

"But the massacre in the canyon village reminds me that there are no ordinary adventures in this era. Everyone is caught up in the war and is bound to face a life-and-death struggle."

“Maybe there was some rural tranquility in the central and southern regions.”

"Now we are the ones lobbying to bring it to war. It doesn't matter whether it's right or wrong. We are all helpless."

"..."

With their hearing ability, they could hear Wayne and Lehman's eloquent words instigating the nobles to send troops if they wanted to. In fact, the series of events had also touched them, and they were quite interested and were seriously considering it.

Apart from the issue of the king's attitude, the nobles had basically reached a consensus on fighting against the demons.

The so-called controversy over whether to promote magic or not is not a topic in front of it.

War is what matters most.

The human camp at least agrees that the demons must be annihilated and is planning a large-scale counterattack that will involve all parties.

The association is one of the lobbying tools, bringing with it the interests of the northern countries. This matter was promoted by Celie, who looks forward to a grand symphony of war.

Volame, who was in the middle of it, couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

"One day, I'll be on the front lines against the demons again, right? I'm looking forward to it, but I'm also afraid."

"Don't overthink it, kid. Who wouldn't be afraid of a life-or-death duel? I'm just as wary of the powerful demons."

A trace of sadness crept across Fulilian's brow. "But we will create the adventure you desire within a peaceful setting. Children are one of the reasons for fighting."

"Ah."

The red-haired girl smiled and nodded.

She knew her master wasn't the type to stir up trouble, preferring to remain immersed in research, but he was being pushed forward by the times. He had become more proactive now, perhaps because of the change in his environment.

"Master, you can say that because you've seen the development of Elf Village, right? Maybe it should be called Elf Town now."

"Yes, I have you and the children in this town to protect."

"Then I hope the people in the royal city can be rescued as well."

Volame stared at the towering buildings on the horizon. "My intuition tells me it's dangerous."

"you guessed right."

"Although it's dangerous, can I go with you? At least it will give me some extra fighting power."

Fulilian shook her head and said meaningfully, "We can maximize our effectiveness by going to different battlefields. If the phantom monster is high-level, we should split up the two versatile players and deal with them separately. Furthermore, the Royal City is even more dangerous. I may not be able to protect you. Let's not get involved for now."

"Master, you've already thought about it, right?"

"Well, you and I have both compatibility and mutual restraint. Assigning us different combat positions can cover more situations and prevent the demon clan's conspiracy from being caught in one fell swoop."

The master and disciple looked at each other and guessed the possibility of a clone.

The realm of magical combat is filled with bizarre abilities, requiring constant imagination, bold speculation, and careful verification. Now that clues point to the ability to replicate, let's assume this for now.

Fulilian doesn't believe that truly powerful forces can be copied, they are all unique.

Therefore, it is most appropriate to let Volame and Wayne as a countermeasure, and she has laid a backup plan. If worst comes to worst, she can fly back in her real body, which is enough insurance.

The royal city is more important.

She and Lehman were responsible for the toughest nuts to crack.

If the Labyrinth Kingdom doesn't achieve a victory, the other nations that are watching will probably remain passive.

"But what if a copy of you appears?"

After thinking about it, Volame muttered with a headache: "I can't beat Master. Even if I am strong, I will definitely not be able to match your clone."

"You don't need to worry about anything right now. Rest well and enjoy the peace and quiet of the present moment. Don't worry, just remember that I can protect you."

"Just take it as it is. Then I want to rest my head on Master's body and be coaxed to sleep."

"You're so old..."

The red-haired girl sat up, her big eyes sparkling, she pouted and pulled the corner of Fulilian's clothes hard.

Unable to resist his coquettish advance, she had no choice but to nod, knelt on the ground and patted her thighs, so Volame smiled and rested her head on them, feeling the warmth gradually making her breathing smoother, and the tip of her nose seemed to be lingering with fragrance, as if she was lying in the middle of a field of flowers.

The silver-haired girl gently pinched the little guy's face.

Just now, the apprentice commented that he looked too young, and now he doesn't look like a little adult. Should she blame him for not being dignified enough? But the child is already precocious enough to worry about.

So Fulilian was willing to comfort her, saying that Volame, who had been traveling for many days, needed a good rest.

Ok?

Feeling a strange gaze, she suddenly looked towards the tomb of King Lingluo. A white shadow flashed by again, hiding so deep that she could not find it for a while.

Seeing this, the silver-haired girl's expression became more solemn. This maze was strange and tight.

However, they could not turn a blind eye to the demons, so they had to temporarily hand over the exploration to their apprentices and the army. The adventurers, plus the experienced and reliable archaeological team, estimated that a maze journey would take at least a week.

It’s enough for me to go to the royal city and back.

Therefore, no matter in terms of time or strategy, the royal family must be given priority. To put it another way, if the situation gets serious, we should simply take the initiative to send support.

What's more, there are several trigger magics on Volame.

After thinking about it, Fulilian felt relieved a little, and her hand stroking the child's cheek became softer.

"Have you thought about it?"

"What do you mean?"

"Usually at times like this, the master must have carefully calculated his tactics and made backup plans, right?"

She smiled faintly. "I'd say we should just adapt to the situation. We have the confidence to do so."

"Young people should not be too impetuous."