Chapter 279: Young elders, old youngsters

Chapter 279: Young elders, old youngsters

Sofia followed Erredis through the paved roads and stairs of the Obsidian Mountain Sect. Most people looked curious about their identity, but seeing the entry permits around their necks, no one stopped them.

Are you just walking randomly? Sofia asked after a while when they were on a path with no one else in the vicinity.

Not really? The entry point inside the mountain with the most guards is at the top of the mountain, so that felt like a good place to start.

We need to get inside?

Well, I havent located anyone looking like you outside, so shes probably there. The Dragons there too.

Then Can I not just get us inside through the ground?Ñøv€l-B1n was the first platform to present this chapter.

Theres protection, a Dragon lives there, remember? Honestly Im surprised hes still not coming out, because theres no way he doesnt know Im coming.

Preparing his defenses? Sofia tried, only getting a laugh out of Erredis.

As if he could defend! Im being polite by respecting his home, but nothing he can ever do could stop me from getting in there if I want to. Lets just keep walking, see if something happens before we reach the entrance.

When they reached the highest third of the mountain, they were stopped by a single guard, human this time, looking like a young adult in a golden uniform.

[Fighter - Lv.300+]

Some guard that is! This guy could rule a kingdom on our continent if he wanted.

Sorry ladies, only inner disciples of our sect are allowed on the peak.

Oh, sorry, we did not know. Erredis started, We were told the sect leader wanted to meet us. What should we do?

He does? What business do you have with our esteemed leader?

Indeed. But are you certain a guard is in the right to know about such matters?

The guard coughed. Then puffing his chest ever so slightly, he answered, My lady, it is only normal that you wouldnt know, but I am an elder of this sect, I guard this place to protect those inside. If anything I should not handle showed up, our great sect master would come directly, so there is no need to worry about anything.

Alright, girl, tell that man what your second trial ranking is, Erredis commanded with a faint smile. The guard seemed unimpressed.

Oh, were doing this? System-enforced lie protection is nice to have, uh.

Im first, Sofia said like it was nothing.

Uh?! Boss got dethroned? That doesnt seem right The guard produced a scroll out of a storage ring, unrolled it and activated the magic within. Can you say that again, please?

Illusion and lie detection. Erredis explained telepathically.

I ranked first in the ranking spire. Im currently still number one.

Fuck me sideways, Boss really got overtaken so fast No wonder the leader would want to meet you then. Well, congratulations on your ranking, cant believe so many people get past floor 96 Give me a second. The man searched within the inner pockets of his uniform, fishing out a whistle. There was no sound when he blew into it, but Sofia could see streams of mana leaking out.

[Artisan - Lv.400+]

W- Welcome! Oh, venerable guardian. I was Inconvenienced. And could not come out to welcome you. What owes me the honor of your visit?

His forced smile pained to hide his discomfort. A bead of sweat rolled down his face as he spoke.

Guess. Erredis replied, her voice showing no emotion.

The mans expression twisted further. Despite his best efforts, he kept stuttering as he answered, I have no recollection of ever doing something worth the attention of the mighty guardian

Are you sure? she asked again, in a more playful way this time.

E- Extremely sure! I have been doing nothing of interest! Nothing at all!

Good. Whose son are you? Whats your name?

The man cleared his throat anxiously, I am Zephir, son of Vlakirr.

No way! Lak has a kid now? She never wanted one before. How old are you?

Six forty

Hmm, so young, and youre already running a place with so many people? Not bad. You can stop shaking, Im not here for you.

Zephir seemed to relax a bit, before going right back to his previous state, Then Why? Do you need this human to enter my sect? he tentatively asked, looking at Sofia.

No, but Im here because of her. You see, it seems you rescued her sibling on a floating island a few years ago.

WHAT?! the man yelled, standing up so fast he knocked down the table in front of him. He looked at erredis, then at Sofia, then at Erredis again. His expression was still uneasy, Venerable guardian, I dare not doubt your judgment but Even Patriarch Avross assured me the sibling was definitely dead I had to call in favors from my mother

Avross did? Are the years getting to him? Erredis turned to Sofia to explain, Avross is one of the oldest of our Kin, his specialties are divination and soul magic. That he couldnt find you Are you certain youre alive, Sofia?

I died quite a few times but I can say with high certainty that I am currently still alive, yes

Well, there you have it, kid, shes alive. Seems Avross was wrong, Erredis stated with a shrug.

How How could he possibly be wrong?

Just being old and powerful doesnt give us infallible truth, I trust my own opinion more, though, and Im quite sure Sofia here is who she says she is. As for how exactly Avross could have failed I suspect Godly interference.

Godly She is a Saint

Of Scripture, Erredis added.

Scrip-... That doesnt make sense," he mumbled, visibly confused. "How could such a weak God

The system seems also involved somehow, which could be the reason why, but dont sweat the details, kid. The end result is the same, we have two separated siblings to reunite, you get me? And youre lucky to be telling the truth, or I would be beating your scaly ass all the way to the other side of the moon, son of Vlakirr or not.