Chapter 80: Chapter 80: Announcement and Ada's Poisoning

Chapter 80: Chapter 80: Announcement and Ada's Poisoning



Black Turtle ignored John, called Anna for help, and turned to leave.

With nothing else to do, John wandered over to the Tree of Life to observe its changes.

At this moment, the massive Tree of Life was sparsely dotted with pale yellow flowers, about a thousand in total.

According to Anna, each of these flowers would eventually grow into a elf.

When that time came, John would have a powerful new force under his command.

Buzz...

A gentle breeze stirred, and vibrant, multicolored lights flickered beneath the tree.

It was the Flower Fairy, Jean.

Surprisingly, the Tree of Life began absorbing this radiant energy, accelerating its growth.

The flowers adorning the treetop started blooming, releasing a delicate fragrance that complemented the multicolored lights.

John was astonished. The energy radiating from Jean was actually speeding up the Tree of Life's process of nurturing elves.

The Tree of Life absorbed the multicolored energy, and the flowers that had blossomed already showed signs of forming fruit.

At this rate, it wouldn't take a month before the elves were born.

"Big brother!" Jean woke up and, upon seeing John, hopped over to him with joy.

She was now wearing a light purple dress, looking like a spirit from the flowers, her eyes bright and teeth as white as snow, radiating charm.

She looked at John, her face full of joy. "Big brother, I signed an equal contract with the Tree of Life. Now I can communicate with it!"

"Is that possible?" John was surprised.

The Tree of Life was a special life form, and even though it had a soul contract with him, it couldn't actively communicate.

Even the elves born from the Tree of Life couldn't communicate with it.

John guessed that it might be because both Jean and the Tree of Life were unique plant-based life forms.

Jean nodded and continued, "Big brother, the Tree of Life told me something. It can sense the location of the Elven Spring, deep within the Eternal Forest."

"What?" This was indeed unexpected good news for him.

The Elven Spring was also a sacred relic, and besides helping the Tree of Life nurture elves, it surely had other unimaginable effects.

But the Eternal Forest was mysterious and unknown.

In his previous life, even after breaking through to the ninth tier, John hadn't dared venture into the depths of the Eternal Forest.

Retrieving the Elven Spring was impossible for now.

Moreover, rumors said that gods existed within the Eternal Forest. If those rumors were true, he would need to break through to at least the tenth tier before daring to enter the forest's depths.

[Announcement: Player Toby has posted a world announcement]

Suddenly, an announcement popped up.

[Toby: @Godslayer, the Mike White Family cordially invites you to join us. We can support you in becoming a king, reigning above tens of thousands. Name your conditions, and as long as the Mike White Family can fulfill them, we will unconditionally support you. Reply if you see this message!]

The announcement once again stirred up a storm in the world chat.

Players could also post world announcements, but each announcement cost a whopping one hundred thousand gold coins!

Even for Toby, spending so many gold coins just to send an announcement was painful.

John frowned in confusion. Why would Toby publicly reach out to him in a private message? What kind of game was he playing?

The offer to become the ruler of a nation was certainly tempting.

But John remained unimpressed.

The world of Gods would be a future disaster for humanity. Without immense power, even if you were the ruler of a nation, you would be nothing but an ant in the eyes of the gods. Moreover, John had a deep grudge against the Mike White Family, and Toby was known for his vengeful nature. There was no way this guy was acting out of goodwill—there had to be some hidden agenda.

Ignoring Toby's announcement, John sent a private message to Ritchie.

Godslayer: "Check on the recent activities of the Mike White Family."

Almost immediately, John received a reply.

Ritchie: "Boss, Toby recently organized a large group of players to attempt the City Building Order, but they failed in the end. I suspect he's looking for your help."

Attempting the City Building Order?

"You're kicking me out?" Ada gritted her teeth. This was John's territory, and it seemed she

had no other option.

"Fine!" she agreed, but then added, "If I leave, give me back the vein of the Earth."

As a princess accustomed to luxury and pride, Ada couldn't possibly bow down to John.

Moreover, with the Vein of the Earth, she could cultivate a group of strong warriors and still have a chance to restore her kingdom.

John shook his head and said, "That's impossible. You can't take the Vein of the Earth. It's the

payment for saving you and Judy."

If he hadn't taken control of the Vein of the Earth, Ada and Judy would have remained in

slumber for who knows how long.

More importantly, the Vein of the Earth had already fused with the Death Land and the Tree of

Life; she couldn't take it away even if she wanted to.

Ada took a deep breath and glared at John, her voice icy as she said, "In that case, this place

will need a new master. Judy!"

She shouted, intending for Judy to kill John and take over his territory.

Boom!

Suddenly, there was a loud explosion outside, followed by the sounds of intense fighting and

Judy's furious roar, "You bastard! You poisoned me!"

The Black Turtle had already made its move. "What have you done to Judy?" Ada's expression shifted, and she started to rush outside.

At that moment, her legs gave out beneath her, and it felt as if all her strength had been

drained away. She collapsed to the ground, her cheeks flushed, her face contorted in pain. "You're poisoned too?" John was surprised. Her condition was eerily similar to when Anna had been poisoned with the Love Flower Powder.

But he hadn't ordered the Black Turtle to use poison, and Ada hadn't come into contact with anyone else. How had she been affected?

"What... what did you do to me?" Ada stared at John, her eyes filled with terror.

A strange emotion began to well up within her, and she found herself inexplicably drawn to

John.

Love Flower Powder!

She suddenly remembered a particular poison, and her current state matched the descriptions

of the Love Flower Powder from ancient texts.

"You scoundrel!" Ada was filled with shame and anger, wishing she could kill John, but she

knew she was no match for him. Besides, she could barely muster any strength.

She struggled to her feet, leaning on the furniture for support, and made her way toward the

door, trying to escape.

John didn't stop her, caught in his own dilemma about whether or not to help her.

If poisoned by Love Flower Powder, the only cure was through a union of opposites; otherwise, death was inevitable.

Ada managed to reach the door but failed to push it open despite several attempts.

She slumped against the door, her body burning with an unbearable heat, her hands itching to tear off her clothes.

She looked at John, unable to resist swallowing hard, and felt a wild urge to throw herself at

him.

She bit down hard on her tongue, barely regaining a sliver of sanity, struggling to suppress

the overwhelming urge within her. Trembling, she said, "Godslayer, if... if you save me, all our grievances will be wiped clean."

John shook his head. "Become my woman, and I'll protect you."

"Never!" Ada gritted her teeth, refusing, "This is just a transaction between us. I'd rather die

than agree to your terms."

John was unfazed and replied, "Suit yourself. But think it over. If you die, you'll never restore

your kingdom. If you become my woman and prove yourself capable, I'll entrust you with a force to command."