Chapter 131: Communication

Chapter 131: Communication

They could not just return in shame, that would become a laughingstock for the world. They had to do something to prove they were not incompetent. So they thought of Tirui, and the suggestion he once made about dividing Green.

This suggestion was revised. They no longer planned to divide Green, but instead, in a posture of revenge, would punish the oath-breaker—the Green Royal Family. On one hand, this would tell the world they were still powerful; on the other hand, it could indirectly win favor with the Northlands and the Dragon Riders.

They had already learned of the Northlands’ and the Dragon Riders’ impatience with the Royal Family and recognized the Royal Family’s weakness. For them to do it was the best choice. They had sufficient reasons and righteousness. For example, during the war with the Alien Races, Green did not honor the Covenant; for example, they stirred up conflict between Anya and the Northlands. This would not only recover some prestige but also improve relations with the other two sides. Most importantly, it would also save themselves.

No one expected them to be so decisive. While announcing the charges, they simultaneously raided the Royal Palace. This nearly shameless surprise attack made their operation very smooth. Before people could react, they captured King Warren and his family. It had to be said, this was a nearly perfect action.

After resting for two days, they escorted the former Green Royal Family slowly along the road back to their homeland.

…

The Royal Capital was now surprisingly calm. The Anya People’s actions against the Royal Family did not affect the Nobles here. Or rather, from top to bottom, no one here fought for the Royal Family.

These people still maintained order here, maintained everything here, just much more carefully.

Faced with huge benefits, no one knew if the Northlands and the Dragon Riders would go mad, so no one dared to act rashly. The sun rose and set as usual, and this city seemed as if nothing had happened.

The Nobles were not in a hurry. Even if the Northlands and the Dragon Riders had terrible manners, they would always leave some scraps. They just did not expect that these so-called huge benefits, in the eyes of Bran and the Dragon Riders, might also be nothing but scraps left by the Anya People. If needed, they would obtain them in their own way.

Besides, what if this was a scheme that kills two birds with one stone? So, Bran had no reaction, and the Dragon Riders also remained inactive. Perhaps a relatively neutral, non-threatening buffer zone was the best choice for the Northlands and the Dragon Riders.

…

Pachu and a few White Robes did not return with the Delegation; they came to Northland City again. Northland City now seemed somewhat empty. The residents in the city had either already moved out or were preparing to move out. After land distribution, people were helping each other, rushing to build houses one after another. Most people ate and slept at the construction sites.

Initially, some people tore down houses in the city to use the old materials to build their new homes, and Bran simply pretended not to see it. This attitude greatly encouraged people, moving from secrecy to brazenness. This was fine; leaving blank space actually made construction easier.

Bran only hoped these people were not too carried away, hoping their new houses could be built before the winter cold arrived. Although somewhat worried, Bran did not plan to stop them. He believed heaven would not starve a blind sparrow.

Pachu’s return did not surprise Bran. This person, who was persistent in exploring the secrets of Wizards, did not seem like one to give up easily. But this time, there was no preferential treatment; they were assigned to a corner in the western part of the city to live. That area was already almost a blank slate, and Pachu and the others needed to build and improve it themselves.

They gladly accepted all this, thinking it was a test, an initiation rite.

Actually, that was not the case. Bran acted out of necessity. He wanted to observe and understand these Wizards’ habits, which might be an important factor determining the initial direction of their abilities.

Bran had already met many Wizards. Perhaps because of intelligence-gathering needs, he met sensory-type Wizards the most. This also indirectly indicated that among Wizards, sensory types likely held a numerical advantage. This was not hard to understand. People initially understood the World through various senses—touch, hearing, sight. Their influence was the strongest and most common during ability formation, leading to more Wizards in this area.

Everyone, during their ability formation, is constantly influenced by their own senses. So, do all Wizards have the potential to expand in a sensory direction? Or, when sensory-type Wizards form their abilities, influences from other aspects are also key to expanding their abilities.

Just like himself, growing up in the Northlands, the pursuit of power also deeply influenced the direction of his abilities. Even among Wizards, they influence each other, just like himself and Huahua. Thinking of this, Bran felt a headache. How did a person and a cat get mixed up together? He subconsciously licked his lips.

…

Recent events all indicated that the difficult times had passed. Bran could finally relax and do things he enjoyed. For example, communication, exchanges among Wizards.

Pachu and the other White Robes, as well as Earl and the other Northland City Wizards, were all summoned to the City Manor today. Bran called everyone together just to let them get to know each other and sit together for casual discussion.

He wanted to hear more about other Wizards’ understanding of the World. He needed to learn from it, to find balance in the material and Spiritual World. He did not want to impose his worldview on others too much. On the contrary, he wanted to understand these people’s worldviews. He knew very little about many things in this World. Perhaps everything now was built on chance.

After introductions, Bran brought up the topic: “I think some abilities are initially related to fear when they form. Excessive fear creates our most urgent needs. For example—”

Here, he signaled Earl to envelop Peter with Night. Almost instantly, Peter turned into a sky full of fireflies.

Bran continued, “After observing for a while, I found Peter is very afraid of the dark. Fear helped his ability find a direction.”

This statement made Peter very unhappy. “I’m not afraid of the dark now.”

“Yes, you are not afraid of the dark anymore. When you can turn into a sky full of fireflies, you think you’ve conquered the Darkness.” Bran added promptly.

A White Robe stepped forward, forming a ball of flame in his hand, and asked, “Why not fire? Isn’t fire stronger, more reliable?”

Earl explained, “He was burned when he was young. Maybe he also fears fire.”

Bran pointed at this White Robe. “Perhaps you think fire is the most powerful, so your ability also found a direction.”

“You see, when our abilities form, there are traces to follow.” Bran thought for a moment and turned his head to Pachu. “What influenced your ability? Can you still remember?”

Pachu smiled like a child. “Sunlight. I like to squint at the sun. Since I was little, even now.”

Pachu hesitated, then asked in return, “May I ask, what influenced your ability?”

Bran thought for a moment. A piece of Dragon Gold separated from his hand, randomly changing a few shapes, and then he said, “Tools. I believe a person’s strength depends on tools. For example, swords, axes.”

Seeing the skeptical looks from everyone, Bran smiled. “Probably no one would believe my initial ability had nothing to do with killing. I was more like a craftsman. But the direction of ability Evolution is not uncontrollable, at least that’s what I think.”

This sentence made everyone’s eyes light up.

As the discussion ended, Bran concluded, “I won’t force anyone to reveal their secrets. I just hope everyone can be a bit more relaxed here and share your thoughts. This will bring great help to both you and me.”