To Miochi’s surprise, Zhang Chen’s strength had significantly improved after absorbing the previous pink crystal.
Despite a busy night, he did not feel faint.
At this moment, Mio’ke and Mio’yin also returned, followed by rows of maids holding chests filled with jewelry.
They weren't sure which pink crystals were genuinely useful, so they brought all the jewelry resembling pink crystals they could find throughout the kingdom.
“Master, do you have what you need here?”
Mio’ke asked with concern, looking at Zhang Chen, who was weak and his clothes soaked with sweat.
“That one over there, the fifth, the white box… the fifteenth green box… the twenty-seventh multicolored necklace…”
Zhang Chen, relying on his senses, named the locations one after another.
Subsequently, these jewels were brought before him.
There weren’t many pink crystals, mostly fragmented pieces combined with other jewelry.
These jewels appeared to be priceless, but compared to them, the elves valued Zhang Chen’s intentions more.
Since Zhang Chen needed them, they immediately and without hesitation dismantled and destroyed the jewelry, took out the pink crystals, and placed them into Zhang Chen’s hands.
The previous reverence the elves had for Zhang Chen stemmed merely from ancient legends and the demands of the Elf Queen.
However, after this night, the situation had changed dramatically.
In just one night, Zhang Chen had resolved the energy crystal core deficiency that had plagued the Enchanting Elf clan for hundreds of years, while also significantly enhancing their abilities.
This had won the admiration of all elves.
This was the true divine being, not only possessing powerful martial prowess but, more importantly, bestowing blessings upon his followers.
Such a divine being naturally deserved love and heartfelt worship.
Whoosh!
Zhang Chen held the scattered pink crystals in his hand and instantly absorbed them into his body.
Simultaneously, another surge of power erupted from his energy core.
This slightly improved Zhang Chen’s complexion.
While it seemed Zhang Chen was growing stronger by absorbing the energy from the pink crystals, in reality, the absorption allowed his spiritual body and physical body to achieve better synergy.
In terms of sheer energy, Zhang Chen, who possessed almost all the creation and destruction meteorites, had an inexhaustible supply.
“Thank you, True God!”
Aimei’er got out of bed and knelt before Zhang Chen.
Her face no longer held its usual seductive charm and flirtatiousness, but a complete and utter submissiveness.
“Get up. You are all free. Charm can be a weapon, or a useful tool, but it is absolutely not the only skill you rely on for survival.”
Zhang Chen said with a smile.
“Praise the True God, Aimei’er is willing to be your servant to repay you. The Enchanting Elf clan swears to fight for you until the last person!”
Aimei’er said with genuine emotion.
“No, I don’t want you to die. I want you to live well, to procreate, and to let more people remember what truly happened in this world.”
Zhang Chen said with a smile.
The fact that the True God Sect had fallen to the point where only Tang Xueyao remained was difficult for him to accept.
Even if the True God Sect had indeed degenerated and corrupted and needed to be outlawed, history should have provided an objective evaluation and record of it, rather than a one-sided vilification, or even labeling it as an evil cult.
Thinking of this, Zhang Chen became even more enraged.
“How are things on your end?”
Zhang Chen connected with Tang Xueyao and the Netherworld Mushroom through his consciousness.
“We have successfully taken over Twin Peaks City. The prophet from River Valley City, along with the cat-eared folk, have assisted me with management.”
“Our True God Sect’s forces have grown again. I will seize this opportunity to spread our doctrine, so that more people can truly understand the True God Sect and bathe in your divine grace as soon as possible!”
Tang Xueyao’s voice was filled with excitement.
“Things are fine on my end. I’ve followed the river to Archway City. The next stop is the Royal City. There’s no one worth fighting, which makes me feel a bit bored… Sigh… Achoo…”
Netherworld Mushroom said listlessly.
“Mm, be careful. This world actually has the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion, and they are currently acting as guardians of world peace.”
“They have already sent people to the Elf Kingdom, preparing to counter the Mother Goddess Cult.”
“Given their meddlesome nature, they will likely also go to protect the Empire. Keep a close watch.”
Zhang Chen instructed.
“The Black-Tailed Swallow Legion? We… have actually attracted the attention of such a powerful organization?!”
Tang Xueyao didn’t know whether to feel excited or dejected.
Being targeted by the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion meant her strength had grown to the point where the world’s strongest organization paid attention, which was a good sign.
However, targets of the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion had almost all disappeared.
The title of the world’s strongest organization was not given lightly.
The True God Sect, just as it was gaining momentum, had to face such a formidable enemy, which made Tang Xueyao somewhat uneasy.
“The Black-Tailed Swallow Legion? That organization full of righteousness, but unfortunate and pitiable?”
Upon hearing the name, Netherworld Mushroom’s tone was undeniably laced with disdain.
It’s important to know that the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion was never that impressive during the apocalypse back then.
Previously, when the Supreme Being led the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion, they were briefly glorious, but it was the Supreme Being who was powerful; the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion always played a supporting role.
Later, when the Supreme Being abandoned the mission to end the apocalypse, the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion further declined.
Eventually, it was reduced to the strength of a second-rate organization.
It was unbelievable that such an organization had managed to survive to this day, and even become the world’s strongest organization?!
It was utterly preposterous!
“I’m quite curious who the leader of the Black-Tailed Swallow Legion is!”
Zhang Chen’s mind conjured the beautiful image of Angelina.
“It’s fine, I’ll just capture one to find out.”
“However, Master, with the current energy situation, I’m afraid I can only reach the city gates of the Royal City. It’s a bit awkward…”
Netherworld Mushroom cautiously tried to request more energy.
It had been trapped in the laboratory before because the external energy was too scarce, preventing it from moving freely.
Its current ability to roam everywhere was entirely dependent on Zhang Chen’s energy supply.
However, Zhang Chen’s Elf Kingdom was too far from the Empire’s Royal City, and there was significant energy loss during transmission, which restricted Netherworld Mushroom’s movement range.
“Your problem is yours to solve. I cannot leave here temporarily.”
“Once I deal with the Mother Goddess Cult’s puppet army, your energy supply will expand.”
Zhang Chen stated.
“Oh… Alright, Master…”
Netherworld Mushroom ended the communication and turned to look at the thousand elite soldiers behind it.
“Since Master cannot provide me with energy, I can only reduce consumption. It’s all your fault!”