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“I’ve been hearing some concerning rumors lately.”

On the third day after the Elf Festival, our inspection work was almost coming to an end. Finally, Artoria also paid attention to the news. The golden hair on her forehead rose up and down, showing that she could not calm down.

Rumors about metallic organisms.

As for why we use the word metallic organism to describe it, that's because later on, we heard some rumors one after another, such as the metallic monster, the metallic tree... Well, you heard it right, it's a big tree.

However, although the rumors are astonishing, the frequency of metallic creatures appearing is actually not many. Including the news we have secretly collected and inquired about in the past few days, there are only five or six in total.

Judging from this point, the most likely possibility is that the number of metal creatures is very rare, and coupled with their low strength, they have even reached a level that can be ignored.

But yesterday, a piece of news appeared that I couldn't ignore.

An elf with a metal body actually appeared!

This news really shocked everyone. The significance it represented was that we could no longer sit back and ignore it, but should treat it as a major incident.

That's why today, we held a special meeting regarding the incident of the emergence of metallic creatures.

"Could it be a rare biological species or something?" Seeing that everyone was silent, I tried to bring up the topic.

"Your Highness, according to the information provided by dozens of elf commanders stationed at the border all year round, they have never seen this kind of creature before." Amrudina said tactfully from the side.

Oh, as expected of Amrudina, she has thought so carefully.

"So in your opinion, what is the reason for these metal creatures to appear?" I asked with admiration.

"Yes, Your Highness, in my humble opinion, I originally thought that these metal life forms were a mutated species. After all, there are many kinds of monsters in the Elf Forest, and occasionally one or two mutated creatures appear. This kind of thing is normal, but from the metal

With the emergence of body elves, it seems that this idea is wrong. No matter how much they mutate, they will never become one of our clan."

After a pause, under our encouraging gazes, Amrudina continued.

"If we rule out this possibility, according to my humble opinion, there is only one possibility. These metal creatures are not life forms at all, but alchemical objects."

"Alchemical object?"

"Yes. Your Highness, Your Highness, you may not know that there are countless mage laboratories scattered in this vast forest. You probably also know the nature of our elves. In the past, many elven mage researchers would

Find a place where no one will disturb you and set up your own research laboratory, and conduct some strange and even taboo research. When their laboratory is abandoned due to some accidents, over time, we call these places magic ruins.

These magical relics are eroded by time, and the defense system gradually collapses. Then they are broken into and destroyed, and some unprocessed research products or semi-finished products inside will be released. "

"Has this kind of case...happened before?" Seeing Amrudina's details, I asked curiously.

"Yes, there have been many incidents caused by the release of alchemical items from ancient magic ruins, so this subordinate has the courage to judge like this."

"Artoria, what do you think?" I turned around and looked at His Majesty the King with a satisfied smile on his face.

"Amrudina said it very well, I have nothing more to add."

"It seems that you already knew it, and I was the only one who was kept in the dark." I scratched my head in confusion.

"That's because Fan doesn't know much about our elves yet." Following Artoria's words, the golden hair on her forehead pointed towards me, seeming to say in a coquettish voice, "Tangtang"

Prince, you don't even know this little thing, you should poke it.

"Artoria, your smile is a little weird, you are probably thinking of some conspiracy." I looked at the other party cautiously, and my Majesty's expressions have become more and more expressive recently.

"That's really rude, Fan. I thought of something to get the best of both worlds for you." The golden fur stood on end, as if he was angry at my rude words.

"What's the best of both worlds?" I remained vigilant. Although my king's character is upright and upright, he would never do those insidious things.

But no one stipulates that you can’t cheat your teammates openly and openly, right?

"We are currently very lacking in information on metallic creatures and have no way of starting. Fan, can you please be responsible for the investigation? Just think of it as understanding some things about the elves from the side."

"Is this what you call killing two birds with one stone? No problem. Although I'm not very good at doing this kind of thing, I think I should still be able to do it." I breathed a sigh of relief. I thought it was a big trap, but it turned out to be this kind of thing.

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"But, where do I start?"

"From two aspects, first, I think there should be records of incidents caused by magic relics in the past. I would like you to go read it and see if there have been any similar incidents in the past. Second, according to the metal

You might also be able to gain something by consulting some elven history books about the characteristics of the body."

"The first point is easy to handle, I will just search them one by one. As for the second one... Artoria, you must not be unclear about how many books are involved in the vague definition of [Elf History] you mentioned.

"I asked with a grimace.

"I know, so if you need a helper." As if she knew I was asking this question, Artoria smiled wisely.

"helper?"

"Jeruka."

"Oh, I understand, you are still the best." I clapped my palms and sighed sincerely.

That stupid incompetent maid. If there is anything else she is good at, the first is cooking, the second is intelligence ability. The third is the dominance of the Elf Royal Library.

"Are the incident books of those magical relics also stored in the Royal Library?"

"Exactly. But in which space it is placed, I am afraid only Jeluka knows."

Which space?

I noticed that there seemed to be an unfamiliar and powerful word in Artoria's words.

"It seems that Keluka will be of great use this time." I looked at Kelgate behind Artoria with a smile and winked at her.

"Your Highness, please do whatever you want to do to my sister, but don't be soft-hearted. If she complains about slacking off, I will definitely let her know what it means to be unlucky," the younger sister said murderously.

"Thank you for your work..." I wiped the sweat from my forehead. With such a strict sister, it's not easy for a dirty maid.

"We cannot relax while we are investigating the information." After looking at everyone, Arturia continued to issue orders.

"There are also two things to do. First, assume that the metal creatures are caused by magic ruins. On this basis, investigate the place where the metal creatures were first discovered, and then search the magic ruins. Second, follow up and investigate the metal creatures.

If we can capture samples of biological organisms, we may be able to open a breakthrough. Amrudina, the task of searching for the ruins will be left to you."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Artoria ordered.

"So, I'm going back to the Elf King City?" I looked helpless as I touched my chin.

"Unfortunately, the Elf Festival is over."

"If the seriousness of the situation could have been discovered earlier, Fan would have been able to catch up with the Elf Festival." Artoria also looked regretful, as if it was all her fault.

"It seems that God did this deliberately and did not allow me to participate. It doesn't matter. There will be another time, next time, right? There is still a long time." I gently held Artoria's little hand and comforted me.

"Well, Fan and I still have a lot of time." The little hand on the other side also held it tightly and warmly.

Arturia showed her resolute character and did not hesitate at all. After making the decision, she immediately took action with Caroline.

As for Amrudina, she couldn't take action immediately because she needed to wait for information and then summon a large number of people to search.

So, when she was free, she gave me a ride.

"Don't act like you are leaving, I will be back soon." Sensing Amrudina's disinterest and reluctant gaze, I consoled her.

"You are the supreme commander, and you can't let the soldiers puff up their chests when they see this."

"Amrudina was extremely ashamed for making His Highness laugh." After hearing my words, she immediately cheered up, straightened her body, and became the majestic commander again, but the disappointment in her eyes was still very high.

concentrated.

There was really nothing I could do about you, so I shook my head, stretched out my hand to Amrudina, and placed it in front of her.

As if she understood what I meant, she knelt down respectfully on one knee, gently held my hand with a pair of small hands, then placed it on her delicate and smooth face, rubbing it gently.

"His Highness's hand... is so warm... Amrudina has obviously done nothing worthy of reward... How can he... be rewarded by His Highness..." Amrudina closed her eyes intoxicated,

Whispering softly.

"That's not the case. You have worked hard during this period."

I gently bent down and followed Amrudina's caress, gently kneading her tender face like tofu, then slowly slid it up and lowered it to the top of her head, resting on her pale face.

Caressing her hair.

"Your Highness..." She exhaled hot and messy breaths and made a vague and charming voice. Instead of lying comfortably on my lap like before, Amrudina's body was shaky and she almost fell down several times.

What a cute pet that just loves to act like a spoiled brat.

I'll stop it when I see it, but it won't be good if others see it.

"Do it well, Amrudina."

"Amrudina will definitely fulfill His Highness's order to the death." Looking at my retracted hand with nostalgia, Amrudina showed a firm gaze.

"There's no need to be so exaggerated as swearing to death..." I muttered, pulled her up, patted her on the shoulder, then turned around and walked towards the teleportation station.

After more than an hour of teleporting dozens of times, including several foot trips, I finally returned to the Elven King's City after being away for more than a month.

The Elf Festival has just ended, and there are still a lot of traces of lively celebrations here. The elves still have joyful faces. It seems that they have not yet come out of the atmosphere of the Elf Festival.

Just by looking around, you can imagine the lively and festive atmosphere at that time. What a pity.
To be continued...