Chapter 17: Lin Chen, I’m Back (Part 2)

Lin Chen dragged Lin Fan all the way to the backyard. Pushing open the carved wooden door, a world like a dreamscape came into view.

It was completely different from the outside world; the fresh air was filled with a faint floral fragrance, and all sorts of Spiritual Plants that had never been seen before grew all around.

Some branches and leaves were as transparent as glazed glass, shimmering with flowing colors; some flowers were like stars, emitting a faint yet warm glow; others had exquisite, translucent fruits that exuded an enticing Spiritual Qi.

A small stream babbled nearby, and to his surprise, tiny spiritual fish were playing in the water, occasionally leaping out and bringing up strings of silver water droplets.

The sounds of birds chirping echoed through the woods. Those birds had strange feathers that seemed to be woven from spiritual light, and their songs were crisp and clear, like heavenly music.

Lin Fan's gaze finally rested in the center of the courtyard, where a small, emerald-green lake lay. The lake water was crystal clear, emitting a faint golden radiance, like the purest source of spiritual power in the world.

He froze, hardly able to believe his eyes, and exclaimed, "This is… life spring water!?"

Lin Chen was startled by Lin Fan's tone and asked in confusion, "life spring water? What is that?"

Lin Fan took a deep breath, looked at Lin Chen with a solemn gaze, and slowly explained, "life spring water is the supreme treasure of the Elf Race, and it is also the foundation of the Elf Race."

It is said that only the Elf Queen has the qualification to possess it. It can not only nurture the life of a race but also restore all vitality.

Its appearance means that you have been chosen as the new Elf Queen."

Lin Chen was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized, saying excitedly, "So that's what it is! No wonder it's so magical!"

A few days ago when I was meditating, it was just a small drop of water. I didn't expect it to have grown so big now."

Her eyes sparkled with excitement and confusion, as if she hadn't fully realized what this meant.

Looking at her innocent appearance, Lin Fan was both surprised and sighed inwardly. He said seriously, "Lin Chen, the appearance of life spring water is of great significance."

It is both a gift and a responsibility. The fate of the Elf Race is now inseparable from you."

Lin Fan felt a trace of worry, mixed with a little relief.

Listening to Lin Fan's words, Lin Chen frowned slightly, but a moment later, she revealed a sweet smile and said softly:

"Lin Fan, don't worry. No matter what the future holds, I will do my best to protect it."

As she spoke, she walked to the side of the life spring water and reached out to touch the lake water gently. The surface of the lake rippled with golden circles, as if responding to her determination.

Watching this scene, Lin Fan felt conflicted. Lin Chen's growth and transformation made him feel relieved, yet he also felt a faint ache in his heart.

The future that belongs to Lin Chen is destined not to be ordinary, and it is also destined not to be easy.

No matter what the road ahead holds, this is Lin Chen's home, and I will definitely protect her well, not letting her suffer the slightest harm.

Lin Fan had already made up his mind.

Lin Chen held Lin Fan's hand, smiling like a child: "Lin Fan, let me show you more of this place! There is more than just life spring water here; there are so many fun things!"

The two continued along the path, walking deeper into the garden, and the surrounding scenery became even more enchanting. The radiance of various Spiritual Plants intertwined, as if forming a magnificent painting.

Lin Fan discovered that many Spiritual Plants seemed to contain powerful spiritual energy, and some were even more precious than the Heaven And Earth Treasures of the outside world.

A breeze blew by, and the air was filled with a faint floral fragrance that was refreshing to the heart.

As they walked, Lin Chen introduced excitedly: "Look over there, that is a Spirit Dream Tree. I heard its leaves can weave dreams."

And this Seven-Colored Flowing Light Flower here—I picked a petal to soak in water before, and I felt full of energy!"

Lin Fan looked around, and the more he saw, the more amazed he felt: "This is truly an incredible place. How did it appear?"

Lin Chen stammered, looking a bit embarrassed: "I don't know either; it just appeared out of nowhere."

In fact, this was a quiet place created by the Elf Race for Lin Chen, and Ailin had specifically instructed Lin Chen that outsiders must never know about this place.

But Lin Chen trusted Lin Fan completely, so as soon as Lin Fan returned, she brought him here.

Although Lin Chen didn't say where it came from, Lin Fan, who possessed the memories of a hundred lifetimes, naturally understood everything.

"Thank you, Lin Chen. I will definitely keep this secret for you, and I will also protect this place well."

Lin Chen blinked and smiled playfully: "Don't worry, Lin Fan. With the protection of the life spring water here, it's not so easily destroyed."

However, if you are tired in the future, you can come here to take a look, and I can brew Seven-Colored Flowing Light Flower tea for you!"

The two continued along the garden path, and Lin Fan discovered that there were even more peculiar sights deeper in the garden.

An area formed by glowing mushrooms emitted a soft blue-purple light, like a dreamlike night scene;

A small pavilion built from spiritual crystals emitted a faint radiance, appearing noble and quiet.

Lin Chen stopped in front of a sea of flowers, bent down, and gently touched the leaves of a Spiritual Plant. The Spiritual Plant actually emitted a pleasant musical sound.

Lin Chen turned around excitedly and said to Lin Fan: "Listen! They can sing! Sister Ailin said this is the 'Wind-Humming Grass' unique to the Elf world."

But I haven't discovered why they can sing yet. Isn't it magical?"

Hearing the name "Ailin," Lin Fan's heart jolted, and he quickly recalled the rumors about the Elf Race in his mind.

Rumor has it that the Elf Race coexisted with the Dao at the beginning of heaven and earth and was an extremely prosperous race.

With their powerful spiritual energy and talent, they resonated with heaven and earth and were known as the "darlings of nature."

However, with the rise of the primordial ancient gods, the Elf Race was gradually oppressed and expelled, eventually disappearing from the world.

And the guardian Ailin—this name is almost synonymous with the Elf Race.

She is a legendary, great existence who, relying on her own strength, protected the last pure land of the Elf Race.

Although the records about her have become blurred with the passage of time, her name is still remembered by countless people who Cultivate.

The legend of Ailin not only represents the glory of the Elf Race but also symbolizes their persistence for freedom and their homeland.

Lin Fan keenly captured the information in Lin Chen's words, and linking it to the unique Elf garden before his eyes, his inner speculation was increasingly confirmed.

Lin Chen might not just be an ordinary descendant of the Elf Race; she was very likely the new generation of Elf Queen who had inherited Ailin's will!

He looked down at the Wind-Humming Grass, then said softly: "Lin Chen, this garden is probably more important than you imagine. The Sister Ailin you mentioned…"

He paused, deliberately asking in a probing tone, "What kind of person is she?"

Hearing Lin Fan's question, a respectful smile appeared on Lin Chen's face: "Sister Ailin is especially gentle and also especially powerful! She taught me many things, such as how to use Star Power to communicate with nature."

As Lin Chen spoke, she gently raised her hand. The life spring water seemed to sense her call, rippling with faint halos of light.

Lin Fan's gaze tightened slightly, and his inner speculation was almost confirmed. His tone became solemn: "Lin Chen, do you know what this means?"

Lin Chen pursed her lips and scratched her head, a bit embarrassed: "Hmm… Sister Ailin said that I might be the new guardian of the Elf Race. But I am not ready to be any kind of Queen yet!"

She blinked and muttered, adding, "I just want to protect this place well, protect my family, and also…"

She paused, looked up slightly at Lin Fan, and her voice lowered, "And you."

Lin Fan's heart trembled slightly, and he said softly: "Lin Chen, no matter what you have to bear in the future, I will be with you. Just as Ailin protected the Elf Race, I will also protect you."

Hearing this, Lin Chen revealed a sweet smile, gently took Lin Fan's hand, and said with a hint of coquettishness in her tone:

"Then it's a deal! You cannot go back on your word!"

"Never."