Chapter 313: Thunder in the Rain
Chapter 313: Thunder in the Rain
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A deafening thunderclap reverberated through the dark clouds.
The rain intensified, and Lindsey gazed into the distance, but his vision quickly blurred in the downpour.
Just a quarter of an hour had passed.
The clouds above roiled like a colossal beast, and the thunder echoed the wrath of the gods across the horizon.
Torrential rain poured down, engulfing the entire city in chaos and humidity.
Moreover, the ground beneath their feet began to tremble due to the forest's unrest.
At this moment, the world seemed to bear an unimaginable fury, constantly teetering on the brink of chaos.
"This commotion is a bit over the top..."
Lindsey wiped the rainwater from his face.
But it was quickly drenched again, and he stood on the rooftop, buffeted by the raging wind and rain, like a leaf about to be blown away.
If the forest anomaly witnessed in Lookout City could be suppressed or calmed using the skills of a Seventh Stage Awakener...
The current scene was beyond comprehension!
Lindsey's naked eye could no longer discern the distant landscape, so he focused his gaze on what was before him.
The houses below were situated along the Commerce River.
With the raging wind and rain, the water level was rapidly rising.
In the river in front of Lindsey, the water level was quickly ascending, but after reaching a point half a meter below the embankment, although the current became more ferocious, it didn't continue to surge.
"Is this... due to the interference of Essence Skills?"
Lindsey's gaze focused on the river's surface, and beneath the churning waves, he sensed something peculiar about the riverbed.
Echo Valley River, Commerce River, and Twilight River.
These three rivers flowed into Nine Bays City from different directions and also flowed out towards the distance. When Nine Bays City was first established, highly skilled artisans had worked on the riverbeds.
The three rivers converged within the city.
When the water level rose in one direction, the other two riverbeds would divert the flow, and the city's flood control capacity was more than three times that of a normal situation! Especially under today's heavy downpour.
As the water volume was about to exceed the riverbed's limit, the effects of the skills also came into play. The foundation stones beneath the riverbeds were exerting their power, constantly accelerating the flow of water within the city, discharging the floodwaters at an extraordinary pace.
Multiple protective measures took effect simultaneously.
Even though the outside world had transformed into a floodland, as long as the water level didn't surpass the nearly 8-meter-high city walls, the environment within Nine Bays City would remain safe.
"I knew it."
Lindsey shook his head slightly, and this scene confirmed his speculation upon entering the city.
"How could Awakened individuals build a city in such conditions without making preparations?"
"The more troublesome issue right now is the forest anomaly."
Lindsey contemplated as he prepared to descend from the rooftop.
The flood posed no threat to the city, and the forest unrest would eventually return to normal under the pacification of powerful individuals. Lindsey could now go downstairs to handle matters...
"Silence!"
At that moment, a deep and powerful roar reverberated from within the city.
This angry bellow was filled with immense strength.
In the instant the sound burst forth, the world fell into complete silence.
Whether it was the pouring rain around them, the thundering in the sky, or the distant forest unrest, all paled in comparison.
Within the area covered by the Nine Bays City district, the world seemed to have pressed a mute button, and not a single sound could be heard.
"..."
Lindsey, who was about to descend from the rooftop, paused.
He turned his head to look, and the source of the sound burst was right in the center of Nine Bays City.
It was the location where the three rivers converged and where the Organizer, Mulerahue, resided—the backyard of the Town Hall.
(End of Chapter)The sound of rushing water once again filled Lindsey's ears as he snapped out of his daze.
The rain outside continued to pound on the pebbles and streets, and occasional thunderclaps echoed through the sky.
However, outside Nine Bays City, the forest's turmoil gradually subsided, and eventually, all became quiet.
To curb the might of nature, relying solely on a Seventh Stage Organizer was indeed challenging. But he could control one aspect of it.
However, unlike the wizard in Lookout City, this Organizer's method was not gentle or nature-friendly. It was pure forceful suppression.
"..."
"But it's only been over ten minutes, why the rush?"
Lindsey furrowed his brows, having witnessed the battles of Seventh Stage powerhouses before.
Based on his past experiences, he could tell that the roar from Muleran Huen just now contained an immense amount of power, an all-out effort.
Comparing this to the attitude of the old wizard...
This reaction was too hasty and intense. There was definitely something more to it.
"It's the Organizer's ability requirement, so a stable situation within the city is needed. Is there any other issue?"
Lindsey muttered to himself.
Wiping the rain from his face, he jumped off the roof back onto the terrace and then re-entered the house.
After being soaked in the heavy rain outside for over ten minutes, Lindsey was completely drenched.
He took off his clothes, activated the [Ice and Fire Insignia], and enveloped himself in flames to dry off before changing back into his original outfit and heading downstairs.
"Mr. Lindsey!"
As soon as Lindsey went downstairs, Rosanna rushed towards him.
The girl hugged the man in front of her without saying a word, her voice trembling with fear:
"Mr. Lindsey, outside... will it be alright?"
"..."
"Don't worry, the Mayor has taken care of it."
Lindsey replied.
Holding such a beauty in his arms, he couldn't help but feel moved.
But when he turned around and saw the dark water on the shop floor, he felt the woman before him was somewhat foolish.
Just as Lindsey was about to do something...
"Everyone!"
"The opportunity is knocking at your door!"
Another voice pierced through the rain, resonating throughout the entire city. It was the Seventh Stage Organizer, Muleran Huen, again.
But this time, his voice wasn't about the crisis. Instead, it penetrated the ears of every resident in Nine Bays City:
"My brave fellow citizens, do not panic!
This torrential downpour,
Is the secret invitation from the ancient forest! I sense the changes in the forest veins, and the old forest treasures are resurfacing.
Here, as the guardian of Nine Bays City, I invite every courageous soul! Whether you are a valiant warrior, a wise scholar, or an agile explorer.
Together, let's venture into the depths of the forest after the rain.
Fear and doubts cannot defeat us, the pioneers of a new human homeland! Take up your swords, prepare your gear, and bring your resolve.
Let's explore, discover, and conquer together!
Let our stories become legends, and let our names be remembered by future generations!"
Nature's wrath cannot make us retreat.
Even if the sky darkens and the earth quakes, our determination remains unshaken. This is the time to test our mettle.
Go forth!
Venture into the ancient forest and explore the unknown caves!
You will not only find fate-altering treasures but also awaken the power within yourselves.
Courage and wisdom will be our most reliable allies in conquering the world!"
(Chapter End)
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