novelonline Chapter 3784 The Last 2 Hours
Chapter 3784 The Last 2 Hours
Chapter 3784 The Last Twelve Hours
Luvia blinked:
"Okay, I admit your arrangement is more suitable."
However, I must clarify that I didn't think of Lacia as that kind of girl; I just thought your presence would make her feel better. So, go as soon as possible. However, Adelina's strength surprised me; I thought she would say she wanted to return to the Yodel Palace.
“Adelina has remained strong ever since she gained her ‘astounding wisdom’ in the Vistalin.
Shad was about to leave, but before dropping the glass slipper, he asked again:
"Can divination and healing methods be used to treat Queen Diana?"
"Bella and I consulted the oracle, which is why we were certain that any treatment for ordinary people would be ineffective for Queen Diana's current injuries. If there really is a solution, it would probably have to rely on special divination."
But you know my bottom line. I won't use this divination method for anything other than the chosen one, unless it's something truly exceptional, but this time it's clearly not exceptional.
"In that case, we can only hope that a purely healing-type Ring of Fate will appear in the battle of destiny. As long as it does not involve spirit or elements, it is a usable means."
Luvia offered another perspective:
"Or perhaps it relies on the power of the chosen ones. The power of the chosen ones is usually very magical. It's so complicated to treat a non-fatal injury of an ordinary person. It sounds more troublesome than planning to defeat an ancient evil spirit."
“If Queen Diana did not have royal status, from a pharmacological perspective, Father Augustus could have provided assistance.”
Xia De already had an idea in mind:
"Didn't the Prophet Association say they owed me a favor? When the story of fate ends, I'll ask the association to think of a way to help."
Luvia raised an eyebrow:
"If you can truly help Mr. Zarathustra become the chosen one, the Association might actually help you. But you'll most likely lose, so the Association's chances of agreeing to help in that case are slim."
"But what if I add this? I'll say I found it on this island."
Shad took out the gold button with the ouroboros symbol that he had obtained during his first exploration of the mountaintop ruins. It had been left on the mountaintop by Chanem Rhodes, the former president of the Prophet's Guild.
"Although this was not awarded to me by the association, I am returning it to them. In addition, they owe me a favor this time, so the association should be willing to communicate with the church to provide some treatment for Queen Diana without violating any rules."
Luvia thought for a moment:
"That's a good idea, but it would mean you'd waste the goodwill you've worked so hard to build, and you'd also lose this button that's so valuable as a keepsake."
"But I can't really watch Lacia and Adelina be sad, can I?"
Luvia smiled:
"When you meet Laceya later, you can reveal this plan. Comfort her well and don't let her bad mood affect tomorrow night's decisive battle."
So Shad returned to the chaotic Tobesk under the cover of darkness. He had originally planned to visit the priest and the doctor, but it was too late, so he had to give up.
By the time he returned to Fatumunst from the distant northern capital, it was already past midnight. Adelina was still awake, chatting with Dorothy in her cabin, clutching a pillow. Shad went to comfort the little princess, while the very understanding Adelina told Shad to go and rest.
“You have important things to do tomorrow night. I’m fine, Shad.”
With tears in her eyes, the little princess said that Adelina had overcome her deepest fears in Vistalin, and that she was already a very strong girl.
And so the chaotic night passed. When Shad woke up in the hotel early Friday morning, he was even wondering if Lacia and Margaret on the ship would have a falling out over the incident.
While having breakfast at the hotel, Shad expressed his concerns, but Luvia reassured him:
“Lacia and Adelina know that this has nothing to do with Margaret, or even strictly speaking, with Lion Ryan. If you are really worried, I will talk to them. It is my responsibility, so you don’t need to worry about this anymore.”
From 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., these are the last twelve hours before the decisive battle.
After breakfast, Shad went to the local association as usual to "report," meaning that he was still on the island and out of danger. He tried to appear as if he hadn't noticed the crisis and was still looking forward to sightseeing on the island.
In reality, anxiety and unease permeated the entire building of the Time Wheel City branch of the Prophet's Association. The prophets were clearly almost certain that tonight would be the time for the seventh act to begin, but these diviners who knew their fate could do nothing more at this moment.
Even the old man Zarathustra only told Shad to be careful today. When Shad and Luvia left the association, he suddenly had the idea to do a divination for Shad. After a simple shuffle and cut of the cards, Shad randomly drew a card from the old man Zarathustra's deck.
The card was the upright "Wheel of Fortune." At such a crucial moment, Shad drew this card, and even the old oracle, who had performed countless divinations throughout his life, could not give the correct interpretation.
After leaving the association, Luvia told Shad:
"This means that a significant turning point is about to occur for you. Whether this turning point will bring good or bad is up to your own choice."
Shad didn't waste the last twelve hours; he had already brought the relics he had prepared for this final battle to the ship. Considering that he had obtained the "lucky bullet" the night before, he also brought the [Gun of Kindness], which was usually not used in major battles, from home.
He also made sure to find Priest Augustus and Dr. Schneider. Perhaps it was good luck, but when he arrived at the priest's underground potion workshop outside the church, the doctor happened to be there as well.
"Friday night, yes, that's today."
Shad gave a specific time, and neither the priest nor the doctor was too surprised. The old priest opened a drawer and handed Shad a bronze curved horn. The horn was imbued with a strong element of miracles. This was the "horn of doom" that the priest had mentioned before. It could forcibly summon Mr. Snake when blown, but it would also make the snake stronger.
The old priest is temporarily unable to use his powers, so he cannot go to the front lines to help this time, but he said he could go to the island with the doctor to do some other things.
As for the doctor, although Shad hasn't assigned him any tasks yet, the doctor knows he can play a significant role:
"I will appear on the island tonight with the priest. Since we don't know what will happen, you don't need to worry about us. If my power is truly needed, I will definitely appear."
He then thought of how he often got lost during major events in the past:
"The terrain of the snow-capped mountains is complex. We'll have Priest Augustus lead the way."
The old priest laughed, and Shad added:
"You need to be careful tonight; this enemy is no ordinary one."
"Detective, you're the one who should be most wary."
After returning to the Radiant Messenger, Shad visited the witches who were busily preparing and reviewed the agreed-upon plans with them once again. The Dragon Scale Amulets and Star Dewdrops had already been distributed; that was all Shad could do for logistical support.
Seeing that he was also somewhat uneasy but still wanted to calm everyone down, at ten o'clock in the morning, Luvia arranged for Shad to go out and deal with the Infinite Serpents that had appeared on the path next to the nearby village.
The elders have notified all the people in the villages on the island to take refuge in Kyle-Todd Town by this evening. The church has sent people and witch followers to assist in this evacuation, so ensuring road safety is very important.
The church also vaguely realized that tonight might be the start of Act VII, so the City Hall of Time Wheel had issued a notice sealing off all roads leading out of the city and instructing tourists on the island to stay in the city tonight. Time Wheel City and Kyle Todd Town were not under martial law tonight, but 99 percent of the island's population would be gathered in these two locations.
After Shad left, Luvia continued chatting with Bella in the banquet hall. Little Leona had already gone to Emilia's side at the elven camp, while Ellie carried Mia around Luvia. The cat and the little unicorn both knew that Shad would definitely come to find Luvia first when he returned.
The banquet hall is now crowded with people. Some of the witches are making preparations in their rooms or laboratories, while others are here discussing more detailed plans for their operation with their respective followers.
Galina, who returned from Topske this morning, was not far from Luvia and Bella. The Great Witch of Balance was discussing the distribution plan of the fake Ring of Fate with Sylvie.
"Everyone has already learned the Fallen Moon Rebirth Song shared by the Music Cult. It sounds best when thirteen people play it together, so to prevent not having enough people, I made sure that everyone who could learn it learned it. Galina, Tifa, and Agelina have all mastered it."
Bella told Luvia that although they were unsure of the exact effect of the music, both fortune tellers were certain that it was very important to Shad.
Luvia's gaze swept across the banquet hall, finally settling on Ellie, who was munching on an apple:
"Did Ellie learn it?"
"hold head high?"
Upon hearing its name, the little unicorn immediately raised its head and looked at them curiously. Bella hesitated.
“No, not really. Well, I’ll have Matilda teach Ellie the music, since Ellie has a human form after all. But I really can’t teach Mia. I can hardly imagine a cat singing or playing the piano unless you give Mia shapeshifting abilities too.”
Luvia laughed:
“Shad would prefer that. Cough cough, I mean, just let Ellie learn it, not Mia. Everyone remember to bring your instruments when you go out tonight, and come to me immediately upon receiving a signal. Playing ‘The Fallen Moon Rebirth’ is the most important task tonight. Although I hope we won’t need it, but…”
The girl with purple eyes paused for a moment, then revealed an expression that seemed to see through everything:
"So that's how it is. That's why she's not in Act Six."
"Luvia, what are you thinking about?"
The Countess of Moon Bay inquired, her purple eyes looking at her with a smile:
“Bella, the performance on the Pilgrim's Path can be done many times, right?”
"Yes, and it can take place before the final act."
"Then why can't there be multiple performances of other acts besides the Pilgrim's Path?"