Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2713 1490: Curtain Call and Silence (Part 2)

"Thank you, Your Majesty. This has been my lifelong dream, and I've eagerly anticipated hearing these very words."

Excitement filled the wrinkled features of Frank's elderly face as he offered a profound bow to Leo Ray.

Once Leo Ray assisted Frank to his feet, he turned his gaze toward the fighters who were recuperating and tidying up the battlefield, directing them to transport the desiccated trees—once Shuert and his companions in Treant form—back to the Treant Forest without any damage.

Even though these withered trees were enormously large, handling them posed no challenge for our formidable fighters.

Right when Leo Ray finished organizing matters, Old Gary approached unsteadily, his skull hiding any facial expression, yet his slumped posture revealed his evident dejection.

"Your Majesty of the Humans, please examine this."

Old Gary displayed a gemstone about the size of a fist, his tone heavy with sorrow; its surface appeared gray and lackluster, devoid of any shine.

At the sight, Leo Ray quickly understood that this had to be Yo-Yo.

Sure enough, checking the Attribute Column confirmed Leo Ray's guess.

"Old sir, Yo-Yo's role in this battle was priceless; she pierced the enveloping darkness right when it mattered most, delivering the light of triumph to us."

Leo Ray gave a gentle tap on the other's fractured, visible shoulder plate and added, "Beyond that, she led me to rouse you; no one here will ever overlook her deeds."

"Your Majesty of the Humans speaks too generously; it was you who truly led us to conquer. We witnessed it all—your valor and insight have etched themselves into our memories, daring to confront demons isn't a feat anyone can claim."

Old Gary gave a strong nod, then glanced at the dim [Stone of God] clutched in his skeletal grip and went on, "Yet this young one upheld the honor of the Broken Valley Alliance without fail; she enabled us to realize our enduring aspiration!"

With those words, the azure glow in Old Gary's eye sockets fixed on Leo Ray, and he continued, "Your Majesty of the Humans, I have a bold favor to ask: would you protect her?"

"Old leader, what are you implying?"

These words brought a puzzled expression to Leo Ray's features without warning.

While the [Stone of God] held great significance for him, Leo Ray had noticed the deep bond between Old Gary and Yo-Yo, akin to grandfather and granddaughter, so how could he strip this solitary elder of his final family tie?

Furthermore, with Old Gary still present, possessing the [Stone of God] made little practical difference.

"Your Majesty of the Humans, since my defeat long ago, the bond with Yo-Yo has been broken on my end, leaving her without an owner now, and upon revival, she will undoubtedly serve Your Majesty of the Humans."

Old Gary spoke with unwavering resolve, then emphasized, "Additionally, only Your Majesty of the Humans can unlock Yo-Yo's full potential. As her grandfather, I wish to secure a worthy future for her. I beg you, Your Majesty of the Humans, do not turn me down!"

Upon finishing, Old Gary extended the [Stone of God] toward Leo Ray using his bony fingers.

"Old leader, in that case, I will gratefully receive it."

As the weight transferred from the skeletal hands, Leo Ray chose not to protest anymore and took hold of the [Stone of God].

"Lord, Yo-Yo isn't fully dormant but in a half-resting state, much like Little Moon and the others back then, so awakening should come shortly."

Little Jie's diminutive Elf form descended from Leo Ray's shoulder, paused to sense it, then announced.

"That's excellent news; I look forward to her quick recovery."

Soon after Leo Ray tucked the [Stone of God] close to his chest, Loris and Sina arrived.

"Your Majesty of the Humans, we've combed through the entire chamber, ensuring no threats escaped."

Sina inclined her head to Leo Ray while reporting: "That said, a massive array was found buried in the chamber's depths, originating the colossal Black Fog column, and our spellcasters are currently dismantling it."

"You've all worked tirelessly; thank you. Breaking it will swiftly clear the Black Fog poison from this region."

Leo Ray drew in a steady breath and declared firmly, "We can't afford delays—let's head there now."

Following that, guided by the pair of commanders, Leo Ray proceeded with the pink-hooded individual, Frank, Sheila, and the other Stone Spirits to aid in dismantling the array.

Nearby, though the vast formation resembled a dark artery sprawled across the shadowy chamber's interior, it was rapidly dismantled and erased entirely through our collective efforts.

After the array's destruction, illumination from the magical orbs flooded the once pitch-black chamber. Leo Ray promptly guided everyone outside to purge the lingering hazes beyond the city walls, which harbored leftover witch demons and undead.

In the midst of this, Leo Ray detailed the dual realms inside the city along with strategies against the witch demon chief and the demons, prompting Loris, Sina, and the rest to express awe and direct gazes of profound admiration at him.

Amid countless dire perils, no one foresaw that Your Majesty of the Humans would deliver victory's light once more. In their shoes, any of them might have perished far earlier against that demon, possibly without even glimpsing its form.

Outside the city, thousands of robust fighters and troops from the Broken Valley Alliance clashed intensely, rapidly forcing the defiant witch demons to wail in agony while undead toppled in droves.

At the same time, the surrounding black fog faded away swiftly, granting this territory its first glimpse of azure skies and radiant sun in ages.

Freed from the black fog's veil, Ice Stone City emerged on Leo Ray's command, hastening the annihilation of the foe's stragglers.

Across the expansive field of battle, undead strongholds and ramparts crumbled one by one, kicking up clouds of debris.

When evening descended, calm settled over the battlefield at last, and even the warped Forest White Giant City, distorted by spatial forces, was utterly demolished by the space specialists under the pink-hooded leader.

Positioned at Ice Stone City's entrance, Leo Ray surveyed the scene ahead, a wave of reverence washing over him.

Moonlight gleamed brightly across the ground, draping all in a tranquil silver sheen, calm and restful. The ruined barriers lingered, but the deep-seated dread and hopelessness had vanished.

"Your Majesty of the Humans, we've achieved total victory at last!"

Laughter boomed cheerfully as Loris drew near, trailed by Sina, old Gary, and more.

With the conflict resolved, just one issue lingered: relocating the Broken Valley Alliance's forces.

"Of course, we'll reconstruct everything right here. I'll supply every necessary aid for the Broken Valley Alliance's troops,"

Leo Ray responded decisively, taking the initiative to declare.

"Include me as well. The Broken Valley Alliance's comrades earned tremendous honors this round; the Rainforest Fortress Alliance pledges complete support!"

Loris thumped his sturdy chest affirmatively.

"The Desert Alliance too, since this territory can reclaim its former glory."

Sina expressed her endorsement promptly.

"My thanks to you all! Words can't convey my appreciation!"

These statements stirred overwhelming joy in old Gary and the Broken Valley Alliance's other officers.

"That said, the Rainforest Fortress Alliance prefers to handle this discreetly."

Loris mentioned with some reluctance, directing it to old Gary and the group: "It could spark misconceptions otherwise, so I seek your comprehension."

After speaking, Loris caught Sina's look, quiet yet hinting at concurrence.

Witnessing this, Leo Ray grasped the situation instantly.

In the end, old Gary and his allies bore a striking resemblance to the undead, and as embodiments of shadow and prohibition, the undead faced universal disdain among the Ten Thousand Clans.

Added to that, the witch demons had perpetrated numerous atrocities, often raiding transient powerhouses from the Ten Thousand Clans.

This clearly implied that, whether in prestige or elsewhere, associating too closely with the Broken Valley Alliance's might could invite avoidable complications.

Thus, for Loris and Sina as heads of their alliances, such worries were expected, particularly confronting mightier second-rank forces, the strain was palpable.

At these words, old Gary and the Broken Valley Alliance's powerhouses stayed mute briefly, descending into quiet.