Within the clean, elegant, and ancient palace!
The three Gods sat facing each other, radiating no malice, instead, they seemed to be in perfect harmony and friendship.
Yet, their inherent aura of pressure naturally squeezed the air, making it feel stagnant.
Apart from the divine beings, the sages who had retreated to the side watched this scene with nervous eyes, not daring even to breathe a little louder.
Two Archons descended, the outcome uncertain.
But their level was far beyond what they could interfere with, they could only place their full trust in the Great Sage Tree King, who had never disappointed them.
This time, the Tree King would surely be able to perfectly handle and resolve it as he always had.
Facing the Great Sage Tree King, the mistress of the floating land of Vanarana, a woman in the eyes of others, struck first.
“Ruler of this realm, I am the spirit created from the Primordial, I am the flickering illusion, I am a ray of light that flowed from the Creator's eyes.”
“I have heard that the human children all praise your wisdom, might you be willing to dispel the confusion that has long plagued me? As a gift for solving my three riddles, these spices, gold, and gems are a token of my gratitude.”
The Wise Princess glanced at Marrikatta and smiled slightly: “I am the owner of yesterday, I am the ruler of tomorrow, the Mistress of Vanarana, whatever doubts you have in your heart, you can raise them to me without reservation.”
“As for these spices, gold, and gems, they are nothing compared to the value of knowledge.”
Listening to the confrontation between the two female Archons, Luo Chen appeared intrigued.
Just gazing upon the beautiful features of the two Goddesses would make one feel exceptionally comfortable.
Therefore, he remained silent, waiting for the Q&A between Marrikatta and the Great Sage Tree King.
“My first riddle, what is cold as death while alive, but brings warmth to people after it's gone?”
As soon as the words left her lips, the Wise Princess, without hesitation, answered: “It is naturally the fleeting rose of late spring, full of thorns, its beauty cannot be concealed, throughout history, countless lovers have been captivated by it, even the King who rules over a million nations has been enamored by its beauty, but the rose has never loved anyone, it simply withers with the new moon and morning dew.”
Upon hearing the answer, Marrikatta first nodded, then shook her head with a smile.
She secretly praised her in her heart, her beautiful face remained calm as ever.
On the other side, after listening to the question and answer, Luo Chen suddenly remembered the so-called three riddles and their corresponding destinies.
The Great Sage Tree King's first answer revealed the fate of the Flower God.
The original Nab-Marrikatta, had never loved anyone in her lifetime, she simply faded away after fulfilling her own destiny, leaving behind the Red King, who was consumed by unrequited love, gradually going mad.
“The second question, what ascends from the earth to heaven, then descends from heaven to earth, no one has witnessed it, yet it observes all, its top is like its bottom, its bottom is similar to its top, yet it can only go down from the top, not up from the bottom?”
Almost without giving the Great Sage Tree King any time to think, the Flower Goddess aggressively posed the next riddle.
The sages on the side listened with bewildered expressions, as if their brains were about to overload.
Facing the Archon's challenge, their knowledge was far from enough to provide an answer.
After a moment of contemplation, the Great Sage Tree King, who still had everything under control, slowly answered: “You speak of the righteous law established in the heavens, the sacred plan forged at the beginning, no one in the world has witnessed the eternal law, yet the law always governs all things in the world.”
With a slight nod, Marrikatta's eyes lit up with joy, but her face became colder.
“The King of Absolute Knowledge, if you truly possess the omni-knowledge between the stars and the abyss, then please answer my third question.”
“What cannot withstand arrows, yet can withstand destruction, what cannot break armor, yet can break down city-states, neither submits to the messengers of the heavens, nor submits to the nations of the earth, neither gods nor demons, no matter how hard they try, can overcome it?”
A longer silence than the second question, made the surrounding sages anxious, their hearts reaching their throats.
Undoubtedly, they sensed that the two Archons had come with ill intentions, if the Tree King couldn't answer, the consequences would be difficult to handle.
Praying in fear, for a long time, just when the sages felt a hint of malice in the eyes of the attendants across the way.
The Great Sage Tree King timely gave her answer: “You speak of endless wisdom, it is what protects our civilization, even if time gathers dust beneath its feet, thousands of years later, it will still grow strong as a young sprout, people will eventually be overjoyed by its return, and it will surely shine again because of them.”
The answer echoed throughout the grand palace, without hesitation.
Everyone's eyes were fixed on Luo Chen and the Flower God, observing the potential reactions of the two Archons.
The joy and anger of the two divine rulers would determine the fate of this place, whether they would be safe and sound, or whether a river of blood would flow.
After a long silence, just when the sages were filled with anxiety, clear clapping broke the silence.
“As expected of the Wise Princess, a perfect and beautiful answer.”
Luo Chen expressed his genuine approval, tearing apart the potential tense atmosphere.
The statement made by the victorious God seemed to release a signal, the sages breathed a sigh of relief, and the atmosphere between the two sides immediately became harmonious.
At the same time, Marrikatta, changing her previously cold expression, seemed to melt away like ice and snow, revealing a sunny spring.
“Merciful and knowing, endless King, your wisdom indeed far surpasses human legends.”
Three riddles, the Great Sage Tree King used her wisdom to completely conquer the Flower Goddess, the Mistress of Vanarana did not hesitate to offer her praise.
Not arrogant, the Tree King modestly nodded.
Luo Chen stood up, making a decision for this visit.
“Wise Princess, both of our realms nurture knowledge and guide human children on the right path, I am willing to forge a firm alliance with you, leading our people towards eternal prosperity.”
As soon as he spoke, it brought the journey to an end, completely determining its nature.
Naturally, the Great Sage Tree King had no reason to refuse, her eyes, containing the wisdom of the stars and even the abyss, fixed on him, revealing a certain confusion and curiosity about the unknown.
As the embodiment of the World Tree, there were few things in Teyvat that could escape her notice.
Everything recorded, the Tree King could be called omniscient.
Only this divine being who had descended into this realm, was veiled in a layer of mystery that could not be seen through.
The destiny reflected in the starry sky did not carve his path.
“Is he…a being like that? Or… ”
Thinking of a certain secret, the Great Sage Tree King could not help but interrupt her thoughts, even for the World Tree, once it touches on taboo territory, it is a troublesome matter.
With a light sigh, she looked directly at Luo Chen: “The Ruler of Vanarana, since you approve of the wisdom of this place, I hope that the alliance we have made will become the key to opening the knowledge of the Central Continent.”
“That is exactly what I desire.”
【You have forged an alliance with the Great Sage Tree King, the Alliance of Three Gods has been established, the Central Continent has entered a unified peace, the Godhood progress has been increased】
【Your Godhood template acting degree has greatly increased】
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