The Star Seer, a mysterious and exceedingly rare profession on the Vistoria Continent, is also known as the Star Seer.
It is considered rare because their numbers are pitifully few compared to ordinary mages and swordsmen.
Star Seers can receive revelations about the future or answers to specific questions from the gods they worship.
The clarity and completeness of these revelations depend on the Seer’s own strength and the deity they believe in.
Each god offers different kinds of revelations, tailored to their preferences.
Some gods favor vague and exaggerated prophecies of the future…
While others are straightforward, revealing all future predictions openly—the Seer’s own ability determines how much they can comprehend.
Among the elven delegation currently in the Okam Empire was such an important Star Seer.
Though she did not directly take part in planning or executing strategies, her prophecies about the future influenced Karo Mama and the other elves’ decisions.
It was her counsel that led the elves to refuse any further cooperation with the Storm Revolutionary Army.
Her name was Jennifer Derby.
“Jennifer, are you serious?”
Winnie asked.
“Did the Elf King God give any more specific instructions? What exactly does this great disaster refer to…”
Jennifer’s face grew solemn as she replied, “I’m only a second-tier Star Seer. I can only see three seconds into the future…”
“But I did see it… our people will die, some will be captured, and the culprit…”
She paused, unwilling to continue.
Winnie Kanasha couldn’t wait any longer, and the other elves behind her wore curious expressions.
“Who is the culprit?”
At that moment, Karo Mama gently patted Winnie’s head and said softly, “Don’t ask. Too many people knowing will change the future…”
This was said not only to Winnie but to the other elves as well.
“All right, everyone disperse. Remember, what was said here must remain secret, or we’ll have huge trouble…”
Faced with Karo Mama’s warning, all the elves nodded firmly.
They all understood how dangerous life was on human territory. Though humans appeared calm on the surface…
What happened behind their backs was another matter entirely.
After the other elves had left, Jennifer pulled Winnie aside and whispered in her ear, “The culprits are from the Storm Revolutionary Army and the Glorious Restoration Church.”
“Ah?”
Winnie jumped in fright, her entire body tensing.
She asked in disbelief, “How… how could that be? Aren’t we allies now?”
“Even if we don’t take part in this operation… why would they target us? Are they afraid we might leak information?”
Winnie Kanasha was about to go out and confront someone.
“No, if that’s the reason, we have to make things clear… Or if necessary, we’ll join this time. Willis—I won’t let them get away with this!”
“Winnie!”
Karo Mama’s tone turned stern as she stopped her and pulled her back.
“Don’t be impulsive. This isn’t as simple as you think.”
“Karo Mama?”
Winnie clenched her fists and asked, “If it’s not because of that, then why would they target us? Jennifer, are you sure you didn’t misinterpret?”
“No, I can’t be wrong.” Jennifer shook her head firmly.
“Even though I’m only a second-tier Star Seer, I will never forget the Elf King God’s revelations. I’m certain.”
“Then… why?”
Winnie Kanasha bit her lip, feeling danger lurking everywhere around her.
Humans couldn’t be trusted. Her mother had warned her countless times before she left.
Winnie had kept this warning close to her heart, but she never imagined things could be so bad.
“What other reason could there be…” Jennifer snorted coldly.
“We and humans are different races. Without cooperation, to them, we are just another valuable asset.”
This world has no eternal friends—only eternal interests.
Especially when the alliance was only bound by the Water of the Sacred Tree, a mysterious relic none of them had ever truly seen.
“What should we do now?”
A flicker of determination appeared in Winnie Kanasha’s eyes.
“How about we strike first before they know about your abilities, Jennifer?”
“Child, you mean… take them out?”
“Yes!”
Faced with Winnie’s resolute decision, Karo Mama was stunned.
The gentle, innocent elf she once knew had become so ruthless and decisive.
That night’s trauma must have affected her deeply…
Karo Mama sighed in her heart and said, “No… even if it’s a preemptive strike, this is still human territory.”
“Only a small portion of the Storm Revolutionary Army and Glorious Restoration Church are here. If word gets out, we will face multiple layers of pursuit from the Empire and these factions.”
“Besides, they haven’t broken the alliance yet. If we elves launch a unilateral attack on our allies without cause, it will damage our reputation and future cooperation.”
Karo Mama’s concerns were valid, but if they didn’t break ties now, their situation would only worsen.
“Although I don’t agree with Winnie’s idea, it seems this may be the only option left, doesn’t it?”
Suddenly, Jennifer supported Winnie’s plan.
“If the Water of the Sacred Tree is somewhere here, by dealing with them, we not only complete the mission but also survive this crisis… As long as we leave the Okam Empire stealthily afterward.”
“As for reputation… right now, the Tree of Life matters more. Even if we have to bear the blame later, we can carry that burden!”
Jennifer’s words sounded easy, but all three knew it would be a matter of life and death.
At this moment, the elves could no longer think about living peacefully or avoiding trouble.
First, they were living right under the noses of the Glorious Restoration Church and the Revolutionary Army, in places they themselves had arranged for concealment.
Second, the Empire’s Inquisitors and City Defense Army were secretly searching for them. Without the Revolutionary Army’s cover, the elves would be arrested quickly once outside.
“This is the only way. The safety of our people is more important than our reputation.”
Karo Mama sighed.
“Use the commotion here to attract the Empire and Revolutionary Army’s attention, then scatter and escape…”
By this point, the decision seemed settled.
Still, Winnie couldn’t help but ask Jennifer, “Jennifer, are you really sure?”
“All of this depends on your revelation being true. If it doesn’t happen, we’re risking everything for nothing…”
At this moment, Jennifer herself was not 100% confident.
After all, it concerned their people’s lives and future standing. One wrong move would make reputation trivial compared to endangering their kin or losing the Water of the Sacred Tree…
No prophecy before had ever made Jennifer doubt herself so deeply.
“Then… I’ll pray again. If the Elf King God delivers the same result, we’ll proceed with the plan?”
“All right! That’s safer. Meanwhile, we prepare.”
Karo Mama nodded in agreement.
At the same time, Victoria, hiding outside the camp, glanced at the sky and had to hurry back with the intelligence she had gathered.
It wouldn’t be long before Willis had to set out.
As a Royal Knight, she had to be present.
As the midday sun tilted, outside the Caoque Imperial Palace, the orderly ranks and carriages were ready.
The Empire Princess was about to depart.
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