100: Chapter 100: Invitations from All Sides, Departure for Holy Light City

The aftershocks of the server-wide announcement had not yet dissipated.

In the world channel, messages like "Big Shot Lin Zhe is awesome" and "Little Archon Lin, please show mercy" were still being spammed frantically.

But at the entrance of Luofeng Village, a new commotion had already arrived.

"Report—!"

A patrolling player rushed all the way to the bottom of the mound, his face full of excitement.

"Big Shot Lin! Another envoy has arrived!"

Just as he finished speaking, a gold-patterned carriage from the Human Empire had already pulled over on the eastern official road.

The carriage door opened, and out stepped the veteran official from the Ministry of Rites, Wang Su.

He was even more respectful this time than the last, holding a crimson-gold invitation with both hands and bowing before he was even ten steps from the mound.

"By order of Her Majesty the Queen, I have come specifically to deliver this invitation."

"We invite Mr. Lin to Holy Light City to attend the imperial state banquet."

"Additionally, the remnants of the noble rebellion in the city have not been fully cleared. Her Majesty hopes Mr. Lin will grace us with his presence and deal with those blind fools along the way."

After Wang Su finished speaking, he held the invitation high.

The surrounding players' ears instantly perked up.

"A state banquet in Holy Light City?"

"The Queen is officially inviting Big Shot Lin to the imperial capital!"

Lin Chen, holding the dragon egg, gave a snort in his milky voice.

"She certainly knows how to pick her timing."

Lin Zhe raised his hand, and the invitation automatically flew into his palm.

Before everyone could process this, the northern sky suddenly darkened.

Roar—!

A low dragon's roar pressed down as a crimson dragon shadow swept across the sky.

It was another envoy from the Dragon Race.

Only this time, it wasn't to deliver an egg, but an invitation.

Chi Lie knelt on one knee after landing, offering a dragon-hide war invitation with a crimson scale pattern with both hands.

"By order of Her Majesty the Dragon Emperor, we once again invite Mr. Lin to the Dragon Domain."

"The fires of rebellion have not been extinguished; the Dragon Domain still requires your assistance, sir."

"Her Majesty the Dragon Emperor said that as long as you nod, all the mines, storehouses, and paths of the Dragon Domain will be opened wide for you and Luofeng Village."

With that one sentence, the stakes were raised to the maximum.

The surrounding players instantly exploded with excitement again.

"The Dragon Race is urging him again!"

"They can't wait for Big Shot Lin to head over there right now!"

Just as Chi Lie stepped aside, a white light descended from the sky.

A white-robed priest from the Heavenly Realm arrived treading on holy light, keeping his posture extremely low, not even daring to raise his head too high.

"By the will of the Temple of Light and the Saintess, we respectfully invite Mr. Lin to visit the temple as a guest."

"The Saintess is willing to bestow the Blessing of Light upon Mr. Lin and the little princess, and also hopes to further discuss subsequent cooperation with Luofeng Village."

As he spoke, he presented a silver-white invitation.

Lin Chen blinked.

"The way they talk now is much more pleasant than before."

While the players were enjoying themselves, the sea breeze at the western entrance of the village suddenly grew heavier.

Even though Luofeng Village was far from the sea, a salty, moist vapor appeared in the air.

Following that, a Sea Race envoy draped in a blue scale-patterned robe walked up slowly, holding a crystal invitation in his hands.

"By order of the Sea Race of the Endless Sea, we respectfully invite Mr. Lin to visit the sea realm."

"The Sea Emperor has decreed that if Mr. Lin is willing to visit the Sea Palace, the Sea Race will welcome him with the highest etiquette."

At this, even Xing Jianwan raised an eyebrow.

"Even the Sea Race has come."

The world channel was completely dumbfounded.

"The Human Empire, Dragon Race, Heavenly Realm, and Sea Race—all of them are fighting over him?"

"Is this still a Novice Area NPC?"

"Big Shot Lin is about to leave the village and become a god!"

On the mound, the invitations hung in mid-air, each glowing with a different light.

Lin Zhe glanced at them without immediately expressing his stance.

Ling Xi, holding Lin Yueyao, said softly, "The Dragon Domain is in a hurry, the Heavenly Realm is showing goodwill, and the Sea Race has also proactively sent an invitation... Whichever step we take now will affect many factions."

Xing Jianwan stood to the side, her voice crisp.

"Going to the Human Empire first is the most stable option."

"Su Ninghua just cleared a round of nobles, but the remnants are still acting up."

"Besides, it's time to interface with the Human Empire's expansion pack content. The officials have already sent over the Elf storyline; the Human storyline can't be delayed forever."

Lin Chen immediately nodded.

"That's right."

"Let's first deal with the ones who are closest and acting up the most."

Ling Xi gave a soft hum of agreement.

"And Holy Light City is, after all, more suitable as an initial foothold."

Lin Zhe didn't say much, merely looking at the crimson-gold imperial invitation and speaking calmly.

"We'll go to Holy Light City first."

The decision was made with a single sentence.

Joy instantly spread across Wang Su's face, and he hurriedly bowed again.

"This old official will return immediately to report to Her Majesty!"

Although Chi Lie was somewhat disappointed, he didn't dare say more, only lowering his head and saying, "The Dragon Domain awaits Mr. Lin at any time."

The Heavenly Realm priest and the Sea Race envoy also bowed and stepped aside at the same time.

Once the decision was made, Luofeng Village immediately sprang into action.

Lin Zhe looked at Lin Chen.

"While I'm away, the Novice Area is under your charge."

Lin Chen immediately sat up straight, his small face very serious.

"Don't worry, Dad."

"Anyone who dares to cause trouble, I'll ban them directly."

Lin Zhe then looked at Lin Yueyao.

The little girl was holding her scepter, her deer-like eyes bright. Hearing her name, she responded in a milky voice.

"Here."

The surrounding players' hearts were about to melt.

Lin Zhe raised his hand and gently touched her small face.

"The Elf District, secret realms, materials, and class advancements—you'll keep an eye on all of them."

Lin Yueyao immediately waved her scepter, her face very serious.

"Bad people, not allowed in."

Lin Chen chuckled from the side.

"Little sister manages the secret realms, and I manage the entire server's Novice Area. It's perfect."

After arranging things for the two little ones, Lin Zhe looked at Qing Yu.

Qing Yu immediately took a step forward, the moon goddess longbow on her back glowing with a faint orange light.

"Big Shot Lin, I'm here."

"Select two hundred people from the guard."

"High level, steady hands, and tight-lipped."

Qing Yu's eyes lit up, and she responded with a cupped-fist salute.

"Yes!"

"I'll have them ready for you within half a day!"

She turned around and sent a message directly to the guard channel.

"Two hundred slots for the escort!"

"Escorting Big Shot Lin out of the Novice Area to Holy Light City!"

"Level 19 priority. Archers, Warriors, Priests, and Mages are all needed. Don't apply if your gear is poor!"

As soon as the message went out, the guard channel instantly boiled over.

"I'm going too!"

"I'm a Warrior with a full set of blue gear!"

"Take me along; it'll be worth it even if I die!"

Before long, the number of applicants went off the charts.

Xing Jianwan looked at the list of names refreshing frantically and said calmly, "I'm going with you."

She said it as if it had been decided long ago.

Lin Zhe nodded.

Needless to say, Ling Xi moved a bit closer while holding Lin Yueyao, her voice soft yet firm.

"I'm going too."

"The Human Empire might not be peaceful; it's better if I'm by your side."

Lin Zhe gave an affirmative hum.

And so, the escort lineup was set.

Lin Zhe.

Xing Jianwan.

Ling Xi.

Plus the two hundred top players Qing Yu selected from the Luofeng Guard.

The moment the news spread, the entire server exploded.

[world channel]

"What?! Big Shot Lin is leaving the Novice Area?"

"And the first stop is Holy Light City!"

"Holy crap! A major storyline is about to start!"

"Quick, go camp at the Holy Light City teleportation array!"

"Whoever sees Big Shot Lin first, post a screenshot!"

"I'm already on my way!"

For a time, it wasn't just Luofeng Village.

Even the players around Holy Light City went crazy.

Countless people stood guard by the teleportation array, the city gates, and the main streets, just waiting to catch a glimpse at the first opportunity.

The official backend was also in a state of chaos.

"The number of people in the Holy Light City teleportation zone is skyrocketing!"

"People are already camping out in advance!"

"The forum heat is rising again!"

Zhou Ming looked at the backend data, unable to close his mouth from a wide grin.

"Good."

"Keep pushing the hype."

"Once Mr. Lin leaves the Novice Area, the Human Empire storyline will be completely revitalized."

As the night deepened.

Luofeng Village didn't quiet down at all.

Players were giving gifts at the village entrance, the guard was assembling, Qing Yu was personally screening people, Xing Jianwan went to organize the supplies needed for the journey, and Ling Xi, while holding Lin Yueyao, was briefing Lin Chen on things to watch out for in the Elf District and secret realms.

It was busy but not chaotic.

Meanwhile, Lin Zhe stood at the village entrance, quietly watching the official road leading to the outside world in the distance.

The Novice Area was now completely in his grasp.

Further ahead was Holy Light City, the Human Empire, and a larger continental chessboard.

The night wind blew the corners of his clothes.

The corners of Lin Zhe's mouth curled up slightly.

"It's time to move forward."

Not far away, the white light from the teleportation array suddenly connected into a single sheet.

More players were frantically rushing toward Holy Light City.