I'm really not a Sanctuary Warlock.

Golden blood gushed from countless wounds, pooling on the ground.

But it is still alive.

Its pupils stared directly at the collapsing projection of the abyss.

The three remaining eyes projected on it were also looking at it.

“Interesting cub.” The Lord of the Abyss’s voice grew much weaker. “Another day… I will come to see you in person.”

The crack has completely closed.

The dark red light vanished completely.

The projection, as if its support had been removed, shattered into countless dark red specks of light, which drifted in the morning breeze.

Lynn breathed a sigh of relief and plopped down on the ground.

"Hold."

Anna did not correct his choice of words.

Her legs went weak.

In the large pit in the center of the square, the enormous body of the Sky-Splittered Winged Vulture began to shrink.

The golden light flashed, and it transformed back into the appearance of the white-haired little boy.

Olivier lay on his back at the bottom of the pit, his clothes almost completely intact, but strangely, all his wounds were healing at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The kingdom's will is still healing everything for him.

The chariot landed. Queen Eleanor stepped down, her long dress trailing among the rubble. She walked to the edge of the pit and looked down at her son.

"well done."

She smiled and extended her hand.

Olivier stretched out his little hand and was pulled up by the Queen.

He stumbled and fell into the Queen's arms, burying his head in the crook of her neck.

"I want to sleep," the little boy said softly.

"Okay, I'll go back and sleep."

The Queen straightened up, holding the child, and turned to look at Eve.

“Watchman.” Her voice regained its previous authority. “The cleanup of Holy Song City is entrusted to you. The King needs to rest.”

Eve knelt on one knee and lowered her head.

"As ordered."

The queen withdrew her gaze, and carrying the sleeping Olivier, boarded the chariot.

Eight scaled magical beasts spread their wings and took to the sky, while the chariot disappeared into the horizon.

Chapter 155 Rest

Eve remained kneeling for a long time.

She only stood up slowly after the chariot had completely disappeared on the horizon, and then staggered a step.

Lynn instinctively reached out to help her, but Eve managed to steady herself on her own.

Anna had already taken off her outer robe and walked over to drape it over Eve's shoulders.

"Wear this first."

Eve took the robe, didn't say thank you, but nodded.

“The obelisk is broken, but the other three nodes are still functioning.” Eve wrapped her robe tighter around herself, her voice returning to its usual coldness. “If it’s not dealt with promptly, the remaining abyssal energy will spread outwards and pollute the underground water veins.”

"Leave the node matters to Burning Fire; let's head back to the base first."

……

When they returned to the base, the atmosphere in the hideout was completely different from before.

In the corridors, rooms, and corners, everywhere were ordinary people weeping bitterly. Some knelt on the ground to thank the gods, some clung tightly to the people around them, and some simply squatted in the corners, silently shedding tears.

Lynn walked through them.

A little boy grabbed his trouser leg.

Lynn lowered his head.

The little boy was about five or six years old. His face was dirty and his eyes were red and swollen, but he was trying to smile.

"Thank you, big brother."

Lynn squatted down and rubbed his head.

"You're welcome."

He stood up and continued walking forward.

After taking a couple of steps, he noticed Anna looking at him.

"what?"

"It's nothing." Anna looked away, a slight smile playing on her lips. "Let's go."

Nora was waiting for them in the conference room.

Her table was covered with hastily drawn maps, the ink still wet.

Sain stood behind her, holding a stack of old files that he had dug up from somewhere.

“The main body of the obelisk has been destroyed, but the three outer energy nodes are still active.” Nora got straight to the point, pointing to three locations on the map. “If left unattended, they will begin to corrode the surrounding foundation and water sources within two to three days.”

"Are there still people from the other side at these nodes?" Lynn asked.

"After the news of the bishop's death spread, the remaining members of the church basically fled."

The nodes themselves pose no combat risk; the main challenge is clearing them out, which requires manpower.

"Sealing off the area, evacuating residents, dismantling the magic array, cleaning up the remaining abyssal matter... none of these are easy tasks."

"Ranhuo currently has fewer than forty people available, and they are already struggling to keep the stronghold running and protect the civilians..."

"Then let's hire people."

Everyone looked at Eve.

"After what happened today, there should be no shortage of people in this city willing to help."

Nora paused, taken aback.

“You’re right.” Nora stood up. “I’ll immediately send people to all the shelters to report the situation and organize volunteers.”

Nora didn't say anything more. She quickly tidied up the map on the table, called Sain, and walked out.

As she reached the door, she paused and looked back at the three people inside the room.

Thank you.

Then she turned and walked out.

After the door closed, only three people remained in the room.

Eve sat against the wall with her eyes closed.

Anna looked at Lynn and found him standing by the window, lost in thought.

What are you thinking about?

Lynn snapped out of her daze.

"I wonder what Lisa is doing."

Anna's expression softened: "Go ahead."

Aren't you coming along?

"I'll treat Eve first."

Lynn nodded and went out the door.

The crying in the corridor had gradually subsided. Some people were discussing what to do next, while others were asking each other about their families.

Lynn found Lisa on the other side of the hiding place.

The moment she saw Lynn, her eyes were filled with joy.

Where is Princess Anna?

"She's fine, she's with Eve."

Lisa's shoulders visibly relaxed a little.

She was silent for a few seconds, then whispered, "Thank you for your hard work."

"You've worked hard too." Lynn glanced back at the area behind her. "Is no one causing trouble?"

"Two men got into an argument over the distribution of food."

How did you handle it?

“I drew my sword and placed it between them.”

"and then?"

"And then there was no more argument."

Lynn smiled and patted her head.

“Come on, Anna wants you to come over.”

"Then who will guard this place?"

"The people who started the fire will come and take over; Nora has already made the arrangements."

Lisa hesitated for a moment, then finally drew her longsword and followed Lynn's footsteps.

The two walked side by side down the dimly lit corridor. Lynn briefly recounted the arrival of the chariot, the transformation of the little boy into the Sky-Splittered Winged Eagle, and the fierce battle against the projection of the Lord of the Abyss.

The more Lisa listened, the more interesting her facial expressions became.

"The new king of Toussaint... is only four years old?"

She remained silent for a while.

"Sometimes I really feel that nothing in this world is normal."

"Including me?" Lynn looked at her with a smile.

“You’re the most abnormal one,” Lisa said without changing her expression.

When the two returned to the meeting room, Anna was dozing off on a bench against the wall.

Lynn's footsteps made her open her eyes.

“Lisa.” Anna’s lips curved into a smile.

“Your Highness.” Lisa walked over and stopped in front of her, her gaze quickly sweeping over Anna’s entire body. Only after confirming that there were no new injuries did she lower her head slightly. “You’ve had a long journey.”

"It's not as hard as you've worked." Anna moved to the side and patted the empty seat. "Sit down."

Lisa hesitated for a moment, then finally sat down.

Lynn also found a seat opposite him, leaned back, and stared blankly at the ceiling.

None of the three spoke.

For the past few days, they have been fighting, traveling, and fighting again.

The taut string can finally be loosened.

The silence lasted for about a minute.

"Where's Eve?" Lynn asked curiously.

“I’ve had someone take her to her room,” Anna said. “She needs to rest.”

"Her condition just now..." Lynn hesitated, choosing his words carefully, "...can it be reversed?"