Chapter 709 Sra''s Divine Eye
??Patriarch Rn then turned his attention back to Orion. "Though I don''t have much at the moment, as I couldn''t gather all of my wealth, I possess something that might be valuable enough to cover the cost of the Four-eared Elves''elves'' amodation," he said with a sigh.
After briefly contemting, he stretched his right hand into his leaf-crafted attire and withdrew an orb.
The orb was about the size of a human fist, pulsating with gold, amber, and crimson hues. Delicatettice patterns adorned its surface, resembling the intricate veins of a leaf.
"This is the ''Sra''s Divine Eye,'' a divine artefact that grants the user unparalleled insight, enabling them to perceive hidden truths, unravel mysteries, and discern the true nature of people, objects, and events with uncanny uracy. The only problem is, being a divine artefact, I don''t know how to use it yet," Patriarch Rn exined as he extended his hand outward and ced the orb securely on the table for them to examine.
Orion, the Vige Chief, Stronghold Leader Zogar, and Seth eyed the orb curiously when Patriarch Rn first brought it out. However, after hearing his exnation, their eyes widened in surprise.
After Orion shared all the artefacts he had found with the warriors and the Prismerions, they were all familiar with what they were. They understood their iparable valuepared to standard weapons.
However, Orion couldn''t help but narrow his eyes at the brilliant orb. After all, he also possessed two divine artefacts and understood their immense value. "Patriarch Rn, are you certain this is a divine artefact?" Orion asked, his voice tinged with scepticism.
It seemed imusible that Patriarch Rn could give out such an artefact, given its priceless value.
"Yes, I have had it appraised by many experts to confirm its authenticity. Some were even tempted to im it for themselves, so I can assure you, it is genuine," Patriarch Rn affirmed, nodding his head firmly.
Orion nodded in response. Nevertheless, even if Patriarch Rn lied, he could have Aerialia examine the artefact and confirm its authenticity.
"Can I know how you came across a divine artefact, Patriarch Rn?" Orion asked curiously.
Regardless of whether it was a high-level or middle-level divine artefact, Orion was aware that no one could acquire one without an extraordinary encounter, so he was truly curious about how Patriarch Rn had managed to get his hands on it.
The Vige Chief, Stronghold Leader Zogar, and Stronghold Leader Zogar Seth also stared at Patriarch Rn curiously, wanting to know how he had acquired such an artefact.
Patriarch Rn nodded, "I received this artefact after trying to save a strange man a few years ago on my way to the Vige. Though he died shortly soon after, as gratitude, he gave me this divine artefact in return for safekeeping. So ever since then, I''ve kept it with me after confirming its authenticity," he responded with a sigh escaping his lips.
"Unfortunately, during one of my trips to confirm its validity and figure out how to use it, information about the artefact leaked, drawing the attention of a Grade 2 Runaway City, ''The Wandering Wolf Borough'' Runaway City. This Runaway City was responsible for destroying the trading agreements I had made the ''The Sleeping Fox'' Runaway City."
Orion, the Vige Chief, and the others frowned when they heard Patriarch Rn''s words. The Vige Chief couldn''t help but ask, "So the trading agreement wasn''t just broken because of the Kalna fruits?"
Patriarch Rn nodded in response, "Yes. Though the Kalna fruit was part of why a Grade 2 Runaway City had taken an interest in us, their main goal was the ''Sra''s Divine Eye,''" he said, gesturing towards the orb on the table. "Fortunately, they hadn''t attacked us head-on because they were unaware of where it was hidden, so they could only bide their time until they found it."
"Though it''s only a hunch, I think ''The Wandering Wolf Borough'' Runaway City shared this information with ''The Sleeping Fox'' Runaway City, which might be why theyunched a sudden attack against us out of nowhere. Fortunately, I received information about their attack in time and fled with some of the four-eared elves we could carry. If not for that, I and the entire Four-eared elves would have fallen along with our ''Four-eared Lone Rabbit'' Runaway City," Patriarch Rn added.
"So, considering that this divine artefact is the major cause of our downfall, it shouldn''t be surprising why I would willingly offer it up in exchange for the proper amodation of my entire Four-eared elven race and, most of all, prove my sincerity to the Vige and Orion''s Cities."
"So, Warrior Orion, Vige Chief Brane, do you think this payment is good enough to serve as fairpensation for the amodation of the Four-eared elves in your territory?" Patriarch Rn asked, shifting his attention towards Orion and the Vige Chief.
Though tempted to respond and hold the orb to see how a divine artefact feels, the Vige Chief remained silent, leaving the matter for Orion to handle.
However, without hesitation, Orion nodded in response. "Patriarch Rn, a divine artefact is indeed enough to serve as fair payment for the Four-eared elves'' amodation, so with this, you no longer need to worry about what has urred," he responded.
Patriarch Rn sighed. His shoulders slumped, feeling like his body had just been released from a heavy burden. "Thank you," he said.
Orion nodded in acknowledgement.
"Since we are done here, I think it''s time I meet with Captain Seig and his Lieutenant," Orion said, his gaze fixed on the Vige Chief.
"Very well, you can go with Stronghold Leader Zogar and Seth. I''ll be staying behind because there are still some matters I need to discuss with Patriarch Rn," the Vige Chief replied.
He observed as Orion briefly contemted, then nodded in understanding. Orion retrieved a cloth from his pocket and carefully wrapped the orb before rising to his feet.
Stronghold Leader Zogar and Stronghold Leader Seth nodded in acknowledgement before joining Orion as they exited the room.