sonovelo Chapter 284: The Swarm Invades!
Chapter 284: The Swarm Invades!
At the peak of the snow mountain, within the ice cave.
Crystal Winslow had just returned here.
She had inquired at the Snow Wolf Clan’s stationed area for a long time, but no one ever informed her of a way to leave the Snow Kingdom, so she had to return helplessly to the Snow Maiden’s residence.
At this moment, the Snow Maiden still appeared in a languid posture, leisurely reclining on the ice bed.
Upon seeing Crystal Winslow return, she lazily propped herself up and glanced at her:
"Back already?"
"I thought you would take the opportunity to escape the Snow Kingdom."
Crystal Winslow merely gave the Snow Maiden a silent glance, then walked to the side without responding.
The Snow Maiden, who seemed outwardly like a shut-in uninterested in worldly matters, actually maintained a clear grasp over the situation in the Snow Kingdom and even further lands.
If not for this, she wouldn’t have been able to firmly hold the position of the Snow Kingdom’s ruler, standing alongside the Frost Serpent.
Seeing Crystal Winslow’s indifferent attitude, the Snow Maiden instead leaped down from the ice bed, moved towards her, eyes gleaming with curiosity:
"Little Crystal, since you’ve already found out that Draconia is safe, you should be at ease now, right?"
"How about... you tell me about that Aster Grant now?"
Upon hearing the name "Aster Grant," Crystal Winslow was stunned and then abruptly turned her head, looking at the Snow Maiden with a face full of shock.
She clearly remembered she had never mentioned Aster Grant’s name in front of the Snow Maiden—
How did she know?
The Snow Maiden, seeing this, chuckled softly and directly explained:
"You were calling out that name repeatedly while you were unconscious."
Hearing this explanation, Crystal Winslow’s cheeks instantly turned red.
Did I...
really do something so embarrassing unconsciously?
However, before she could recover from her embarrassment, the Snow Maiden’s next sentence left her utterly frozen:
"Moreover, I also discovered that my friend Lilith’s man... is also named Aster Grant."
"I’m really curious about what sort of magic this person holds to captivate both of you."
The Snow Maiden underestimated the impact of her words.
"Man?"
Crystal Winslow was completely shocked by these two words, her mind going blank.
She never imagined that while she was unconscious for a period, the person she silently cared for...
had already become someone else’s "man."
She opened her mouth, her throat feeling dry, hesitated for a long time, and then softly asked:
"Lilith... who is she?"
The Snow Maiden observed Crystal Winslow’s reaction, secretly delighted—
Her scheme had succeeded.
She intentionally said this to make Crystal Winslow completely give up.
With this human girl’s talent, if she could be cultivated in the unique environment of the Snow Kingdom under her careful guidance, given time....
Perhaps she could cultivate her to the Totem Level.
By then, the security of the Snow Kingdom would greatly increase.
Moreover, the Snow Maiden could clearly feel that Crystal Winslow was not someone who would betray benevolence with animosity.
On the contrary, she always remembered the life-saving grace in her heart—
From her reluctance but still patiently narrating various stories when the Snow Maiden asked, it was evident.
This made her the perfect candidate as a Guardian!
The Snow Maiden sneaked a glance at Crystal Winslow.
Besides valuing her talent, her biggest goal was actually to reduce a potential love rival for her dear friend.
After all, no matter what, Crystal Winslow was from the Human Race, sharing the same race as Aster Grant, which naturally gave her an advantage.
On the other hand, her friend Lilith was the Progenitor of the Vampires, this situation...
Could not be ignored.
"The Progenitor of the Vampires, you should have seen her, right?"
The Snow Maiden casually added.
Crystal Winslow suddenly remembered the fleeting glimpse of that figure in the Divine Realm.
But... how did Aster Grant end up with her?
In that moment, she longed to immediately find Aster Grant to ask everything clearly.
However... what identity should she use to ask?
Thinking of this, she suddenly felt drained of energy, lowering her eyes sorrowfully.
Seeing this, the Snow Maiden seized the opportunity to speak, her tone carrying a hint of suggestion:
"Little Crystal, now that it’s confirmed Draconia is safe, and the person you like..."
"is already with someone else."
"Now, should you be willing to stay obediently in the Snow Kingdom?"
She couldn’t help but show a hint of a triumphant smile, as if she had already seen Crystal Winslow nodding in agreement.
However—
"I’m sorry, Snow Maiden." Crystal Winslow raised her head, "I still wish to return to Draconia."
Hearing this, the Snow Maiden’s face immediately darkened.
She said nothing, silently turning to walk to the side.
Miscalculated!
This woman...
Is truly stubborn!
However, at this moment—
A figure, pure white as snow, resembling an ice sculpture, suddenly appeared in the cave, silently yet bringing a piercing chill.
Seeing this figure, the Snow Maiden’s expression instantly became extremely serious.
This was the Guardian of the Snow Kingdom.
Under normal conditions, the Guardian would never reveal themselves in front of her.
Once they appear, it means something extremely critical has happened inside the Snow Kingdom.
"What happened?" the Snow Maiden asked in a deep voice.
Crystal Winslow, too, immediately sensed the change in atmosphere, instantly focusing her gaze on this suddenly appearing Guardian.
"Snow Maiden, the Snow Kingdom is currently facing a massive invasion by unknown creatures."
"Invasion?"
The Snow Maiden’s pupils slightly trembled.
This term would actually appear in the Snow Kingdom—
This extremely cold territory that even the Demon Clan is reluctant to easily step into.
The Snow Kingdom has little strategic value, and the Frost Serpent’s vicious beasts occupy the territory, even the Demon Clan would weigh carefully.
But now...
"What’s the specific situation?"
The Guardian did not elaborate, merely waved their hand.
The next moment, a clear image appeared in the air:
Countless hideously shaped, dark-carapaced Swarm creatures were sweeping over the snowfield like a tide, melting ice and snow, extinguishing all life wherever they passed.
The Snow Maiden’s face suddenly changed.
Even though it was just an image, she could clearly feel the terror of this Swarm.
In the image, all visible insects were astonishingly all...
Commander Level!
And their numbers reached tens of thousands!
Within them, there were even a few exceptionally large ones, with auras clearly reaching the Monarch Level among the Swarm.
And this was only a part of it.
Beyond the image...
Who knows how many more of these creatures are coming.
Almost instantly, the Snow Maiden realized the severity of the situation—
These creatures could annihilate the entire Snow Kingdom!
"Immediately notify the Snow Wolf Clan, full-scale battle preparations!"
Crystal Winslow also realized the urgency of the Snow Kingdom’s situation, she immediately stepped forward:
"I’ll go as well!"
The Snow Maiden turned to look at her.
With the strength at Monarch Level, at least self-preservation should be possible.
"Okay."
The next moment, a cold and authoritative voice, penetrated through the snowstorm, spread across the entire Snow Wolf Clan settlement:
"All citizens, prepare for battle immediately—the Snow Kingdom is under foreign invasion!"
"All citizens, prepare for battle immediately—the Snow Kingdom is under foreign invasion!"
...
Seraphina, who was eagerly listening to stories beside Aster Grant, upon hearing this voice, immediately straightened up, her face changing dramatically.
"Aster Grant, stay right here! Absolutely do not leave!"
After speaking, she left without hesitation.
Almost at the same time, Aster Grant’s spiritual link was filled with a hurried reminder from Lilith:
"Aster Grant, something’s not right! The Snow Maiden personally issued a full-scale alert, which means the situation is extremely serious."
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