Frilian: Starting by inheriting the title of the Southern Hero

Chapter 21 First Encounter with Mahat

Faced with Kraft's question, or rather, his interrogation, Lynn remained calm:

"How could I not care?"

"Then why did you act so ruthlessly?"

Kraft pressed for an answer.

"Because I knew you would make a move."

"Based on intuition?"

"By sight."

Lynn said, "I can see what's going to happen next."

The old elf paused for a moment, a glint of light flashing in his eyes, and immediately understood: "You can foresee the future?"

"That's right."

Lynn admitted it readily, "Although I can only predict it for ten seconds."

Before making his move, more than a dozen images of Kraft saving people flashed through his mind; the old man even had a timeline where he kicked the sword away with his foot.

Upon hearing this, Duncan's expression instantly turned somewhat unpleasant.

Predict it in ten seconds!

For the average person, ten seconds is just the time it takes to drink some water or space out.

But in a duel between mages, ten seconds is enough to kill an opponent a hundred times over.

From the flow of magic and the construction of spells to the deployment of defenses, every step takes only a few seconds.

If you could know your opponent's move ten seconds in advance...

That wasn't a fight, that was cheating.

"No wonder..."

Duncan muttered to himself, "No wonder you can avoid all the blind spots, no wonder you choose to throw from that distance."

All the irrationality suddenly made sense.

"As far as I know, there is no magic in the human magic system that can peer into the river of time."

Kraft's face showed an unusual seriousness. "This is the power of the goddess."

"Kraft, do you know Shurahat the All-Knowing and the Hero of the South?"

Lynn suddenly asked.

"I haven't heard much about him. I only learned about the Southern Hero after traveling with you."

Kraft replied, "Are they all new celebrities who have emerged in the last few centuries?"

"..."

Lynn rubbed his temples. "Looks like you've been living in seclusion for a long time."

"It's just that we haven't really interacted with people for over a thousand years."

Kraft thought for a moment before answering.

"It's hard to imagine what elves' concept of time is like."

Lynn couldn't help but complain.

Chatting with this living fossil always gives you the illusion of flipping through a thick history book.

"Huh? Wait a minute!"

Ellie, who hadn't gotten a chance to speak until now, suddenly leaned close to Lynn. "You can foresee the future? Doesn't that make you invincible? Who could beat you!"

This girl's thought process is always so simple and direct.

"You're overthinking it."

Lynn pushed away the head that was leaning in. "If the person standing in front of you is an absolute powerhouse, knowing the future will only make you start to despair ten seconds earlier."

Just like Mahathir's goldification.

That is a conceptual curse that ignores space and defense.

If you only have ten seconds of free precognitive ability, even if you foresee turning into gold, you will be powerless to change it.

This is why he only dared to set foot on this land after obtaining the talent of the Curse-Breaking Body.

"That's enough small talk."

Duncan straightened his slightly disheveled mage robes, regaining the dignity of a court mage.

"Now that you've won, go ahead. Vido Village is at the northernmost tip of Golden Township, so be careful."

Thank you.

"But don't die."

Duncan said seriously.

"Um."

Lynn nodded emphatically.

Then he looked at Kraft, "Could you come with me?"

"it is good."

Kraft did not hesitate at all.

"Me too! Me too!"

Ellie raised her hand, ready to lean in.

Lynn reached out and pressed the girl's head down, turning her around so she was facing Duncan's cabin.

"You stay."

"ha?"

Ellie forced her head back, her cheeks puffed out like a pufferfish. "Why should I?! I'm the captain! What kind of team members go on dangerous missions while the captain just watches from the sidelines?!"

"An ordinary person like you who doesn't even have magic power is completely powerless against Mahat."

Lynn pointed to the deathly golden expanse, "I don't have time to deal with Mahat and take care of you at the same time."

"you!"

Ellie's face flushed red with anger, and tears welled up in her eyes. "You look down on people! I clearly... I clearly helped you too!"

At that moment, a large, kind hand landed on her head.

Ellie froze, then looked up.

Kraft crouched down, bringing his eyes level with hers.

"Ellie".

Kraft's voice was soft and gentle, "A hero is not just someone who charges into battle."

Ellie sniffed. "Then what can I do?"

"Staying here is also a form of fighting."

"But……"

"If you go in, Lynn will have to focus on protecting you. If he gets distracted, he might die."

As Kraft spoke, he took a small wooden carving from his pocket and put it into Allie's hand.

This small wooden carving is the same one that was given to Philon.

"Keep this safe for me."

Kraft smiled. "This is something very important to me. If I don't come back, no one will pray to the goddess for me."

Holding the still-warm wooden carving, Ellie finally couldn't hold back her tears, which streamed down her face. "Then...you must come back! This captain won't allow you to leave the team without permission!"

"Yes, Captain."

Kraft stood up and ruffled her hair.

Watching this scene, Lynn couldn't help but admire the old elf's skill in coaxing children.

The food we've been eating for thousands of years has definitely paid off.

"Old man."

Lynn looked at Duncan and said, "I'm leaving this girl in your care. Don't let her run around. She can only go three meals a day without eating."

Duncan smiled and stroked his beard, saying, "Don't worry."

"Laofen, please keep an eye on her."

Lynn then spoke to the girl with the bun hairstyle next to her.

"it is good."

Raofen brandished her staff. "I'll be keeping an eye on her."

Everything is arranged.

Lynn and Kraft exchanged a glance, then turned and walked toward the desolate downhill path.

……

In front of the wooden house of the barrier manager.

Ellie clutched the wooden carving tightly until the two figures completely disappeared into the distance, then wiped her face and turned to look at the solemn-faced court mage beside her.

"Old man! When is dinner served?"

Duncan's temple throbbed twice. "...I'll go start a fire."

……

Not long after, Lynn and Kraft entered the Golden City.

The Great Barrier of the Golden Lands is designed to protect against demons, but it cannot completely defend against humans, especially against monks like Kraft.

The streets, houses, fountains, and carriages parked along the roadside here are all golden.

The setting sun shone on these golden creations, reflecting a dazzling luster.

It was breathtakingly beautiful, yet also eerily desolate.

"What terrifying magic."

Kraft looked at a group of statues in the square ahead and couldn't help but say.

Those were several children playing, their faces still showing happy expressions.

Lynn walked up to a golden statue, which was of a fruit vendor holding a golden apple and calling out to customers.

Are they still alive?

Kraft asked.

"To live."

Lynn said.

After Frilian removes the gold coating from this place, everyone will return to normal, it's just like traveling 50 years.

"Where is Mahat?"

Kraft asked.

"The lord's manor."

Lynn pointed to the castle at the highest point of the city, but quickly changed his mind, saying, "No, he's already here."

He looked toward the end of the street as he spoke.

There, a figure dressed in a dark green suit was slowly walking towards them.

He had long, purplish-red hair, large curved horns on either side of his forehead, and wore gloves on his hands, his posture as elegant as if he were taking a stroll.

Seven Bengxian, Mahat.

That immense magical power made the surrounding air feel incredibly heavy.

"What a rare guest."

Mahat stopped ten meters away, a gentle smile on his face. "Welcome, both of you. I am Mahat, the magic advisor of the Gluck family."

"Xiao Ma, I'm here to take care of some business. If you know what's good for you, just shut up and watch from the side."

Lynn remained calm and composed.