Dawn broke, and with it came the next mission:
Save the city from the Elf King candidate's evil veil. Aid the second princess of the elves to claim the throne.
The All-Realm Key shimmered, opening the passage into the Elf Realm. A barrier surrounded the land, but a barren passage allowed entry. Masks from my Infinite Ring concealed our identities. I told my companions, "Support me from the shadows. I will act alone."
Inside the Elf King's Castle
I shifted my class through the profile panel:
- Vampire King Class: I transformed into a bat, knocking out an elf soldier.
- Witch King Class: I reshaped my aura, appearing human-like, hiding my legend level.
I entered the chamber of the Second Princess.
"Forgive my intrusion," I said. "I am here to help you claim the throne."
She narrowed her eyes. "Proof. Why should I trust you?"
I explained, "The First Prince's subordinate is evil. If he wins, chaos will follow. He will be manipulated. Trust me, and I will aid you."
She hesitated, then nodded. "Swear loyalty. My messenger and I alone know this truth. Become my subordinate."
I bowed. "I will. And I have a plan that will work."
She sighed. "It is hard to believe, but I will trust you. Seven days is a long wait, but I know your burden."
Meanwhile, in the First Prince's Chamber
The First Prince admired his reflection. "Three hundred years, and I still look beautiful."
A strange figure appeared. "Someone intruded into the castle, entering the Second Princess's chamber. No aura of higher class. Likely an assassin."
The First Prince dismissed it. "No. She has a mysterious messenger. He is not strong enough to defeat breakthrough level. Do not concern yourself."
The figure smirked silently. You have fame, money, women… but they will be mine. Then vanished.
Back in the Shadows
I used the mask to hide my aura, shifting between classes:
- Vampire King to patrol as a bat.
- Monster King to heighten my beast instincts, sensing ambushes.
I reunited with my companions. Together, we registered at a luxurious underground inn, paid with labyrinth coins. The room had five beds, but I added another, placing them side by side.
Night fell. My companions initiated dual cultivation once more, their pact-bound bodies entwined with mine. Power surged through us, leveling skills and strengthening bonds.
Thus, the Elf Realm arc begins. The Second Princess places her trust in Dransart, while shadows stir in the First Prince's chamber. The veil of corruption spreads, and the path to Catastrophic Hero grows ever more perilous.