Chapter 493 - Golia Tribe Conference

Gaven had a little trick up his sleeve regarding this matter.He could have mentioned it earlier, before this.

But at that time, the Golia Tribe still harbored illusions about Mesnoel and had not truly hit rock bottom; speaking out wouldn’t have maximized his benefits.

He had originally planned to wait until Mesnoel crushed their hopes and then use this matter as a favor for the Golia Tribe.

Unexpectedly, Mesnoel really had its unique aspects which caused his little plan to stall.

Luna said in surprise, "So you had this intention, but you’re oversimplifying the Corruption Power, especially since the erosion of living tissue and plants is not exactly the same.

Plants have a certain neutralizing ability, even capable of utilizing a portion of the corruption for themselves.

But it’s not the same for animals; they can only expel it through necrosis.

Plants can survive and even regenerate after casting off a part of themselves.

But it’s not so for animals; hastily extracting Corruption Power from their bodies not only fails to cure them but may also kill them."

"I understand now," Gaven realized, "Illness comes like a landslide but goes like drawing out silk; even with the right medication, it’s the same."

"Not exactly, Ms. Kellysha’s method is quite unique, and with her help, it will be much easier," Luna said, nodding toward the Camellia in the heart of the Mountain Tribe.

Countless Earth Element energies were drawn by her from the ground and then dispersed, dyeing the surrounding Golia members a shade of earthy yellow as if becoming a part of their bodies.

But soon, these Earth Elements were tainted with black, and then formed into tangible clumps of mud, beginning to peel off and fall from them, especially at those necrotic wounds, a severe condition much like scab formation in normal people, only replacing flesh with Earth Element, and hundreds of times faster.

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The Corruption Power within them was drawn away by the Crystal Spire while the Earth Watcher re-manipulated the Earth Element, integrating it back into the bodies of the Golia members, helping them extract more Corruption Power.

Kellysha likely used this method before to alleviate the Necrotic Plague for the Golia, but without the aid of the Crystal Spire, the Corruption Power was harder to extract and probably indigestible, only transferable.

Considering her previous mention of defiling mountains and the powers she employed, they might have infused the corruption into the mountains themselves.

Even with the Crystal Spire’s assistance, driving out the Necrotic Plague from so many Golia members was quite draining on Kellysha; Gaven had only just arrived when she ceased guiding the Earth Element and sprang up from the ground with her bright eyes wide open.

She couldn’t hide her fatigue, but her face radiated sincere joy.

"Congratulations, Ms. Camellia, for finding a way to heal the Necrotic Plague," Gaven offered his heartfelt congratulations.

Although his first little scheme had been shattered, he still had a second one.

From their current condition, it was clear that it would take the Golia people a couple of months to completely rid themselves of the Necrotic Plague.

During this period, they would have no choice but to stay in Mesnoel.

Given their racial characteristics, after their recovery, they would certainly return to the mountains.

But even having them as temporary residents of Mesnoel is advantageous.

At least it ensures the city isn’t deserted.

While others worry about lacking territories, Gaven’s concern now was having a territory with no populace.

The population issue in the Three Rivers Region was just starting to show promise when he was handed an empty Elf city with fairly complete constructions.

This city wasn’t quite suitable for the Tesser People; the most fitting residents would be those of the natural races.

Of course, a small number of Humans wouldn’t be out of the question either.

"This achievement is thanks to you, sir. If it weren’t for you reactivating Mesnoel and restarting this Tower of Dominion, assisting them in purging the evil force from their bodies, my method would’ve been very slow to show effects," Kellysha candidly said. "Now that you’ve activated the Tower of Dominion, you are the current ruler of Mesnoel. As a Shaman of the Mountain Tribe, I humbly request permission from the new Crownbearer of Mesnoel to allow our tribe a temporary stay here.

In return, we are willing to form an alliance with Mesnoel. Should the Crownbearer call, we shall respond with our entire tribe, ready to fight for you."

"Having the Mountain Tribe reside here is my greatest honor. Don’t just talk about a short stay; even for permanent residence, I would welcome you with open arms. However, please don’t use the title of Crownbearer. This place is but an empty city, and the Crownbearer is elected by the people, not self-appointed." This aligned perfectly with Gaven’s intentions, and he naturally wouldn’t refuse.

"Good, then I will address you as City Lord from now on," Kellysha readily agreed. "As for settling down, I’m not in a position to decide that alone; I need to consult with our Chieftain and the other members of our tribe. I have already explained to you the uniqueness of the Golia; we are inseparable from the mountains, and once we leave them for an extended time, we are no longer Golia."

"For that matter, we can certainly find a middle-ground solution. You could consider this place as your rest area in the eastern part of the Marching Mountains. Those who aren’t fit for mountain challenges, the old, the weak, the sick, and the disabled, needn’t be shunned or expelled; they can come here to spend their twilight years in peace."