In a special floor of Babel, here was Fels's secret workshop. Drake and Fels were conducting research here.
As a magician who could hand-craft the Philosopher's Stone, how could Fels lack money? It was normal to have a room like this.
If it really didn't work, he could make a few grimoires and sell them. How much money couldn't he get? A big shot with had this kind of boldness.
Fels looked at a huge bird's nest-shaped object, saying, "As expected of Hephaestus's proud child. Only a blacksmith like you, who possesses and at the same time, could complete it in such a short amount of time."
Drake waved his hand, saying, "It's also thanks to you. You manufactured most of the delicate parts!"
The two complimented each other, then looking at the results that the two had created together.
The knowledge that Drake had learned in several worlds provided the theoretical basis, plus the technical support that Fels provided, only then did they obtain this regeneration cradle prototype.
The specific creation actually didn't take much time. What took the most effort was perfecting the theory and drawing the blueprints in the early stages.
The two could be said to have poured their hearts and souls into it, only then completing this large magic tool that absolutely couldn't exist in Orario right now.
Its most core principle was to reconstruct the body while keeping the soul from being destroyed. It was also thanks to the knowledge that Drake had learned in different worlds being comprehensive enough that he could complete this complex process.
Of course, the reason why it was called a prototype was because Drake's ultimate goal was to create a tool that could revive Ignia.
And what this machine could currently do was only help Xenos obtain human bodies.
After all, Ignia was different from Xenos. Not to mention the difference in strength between the two, you had to know that Xenos had a magic stone, this core of the soul, which was a considerable convenience in the preservation and implantation of the soul.
Moreover, Drake had also mixed in a bit of his own stuff this time, adding the technology of the Dragon Slayer Crystal. If things went smoothly, then the reborn Wiene would become a Dragon Slayer mage.
Drake let out a breath, a smile finally appearing on his face, which had been stiff all along. Although he hadn't actually experimented with it, all kinds of verification had proven that this magic tool was indeed feasible.
Ever since they had decided to start the plan, the two had been staying in this secret workshop. Even eating had been replaced with potions to provide energy. They had worked non-stop for who knew how long, only then creating the prototype.
Fels's tone also became lighter, saying, "Without further ado, bring that child over here right away!"
Drake nodded, immediately setting off to return to the mansion.
Drake had told Stella before he and Fels had started developing the regeneration cradle, telling her to watch Wiene and stay at the Hephaestus Familia headquarters, not leaving.
But when Drake returned, he didn't see the two. Although the mansion's gate and outer walls had already been repaired, Drake could still see traces of having been destroyed.
While Drake was looking at the empty room with an ugly expression, Hephaestus walked over, saying, "I'm sorry. I didn't protect Stella and Wiene well enough!"
Drake calmed himself down, asking, "Lady Hephaestus, what exactly happened?"
Hephaestus said, "Someone infiltrated here the day after you left, but they were discovered and repelled by Stella. But the Loki Familia immediately came to demand an explanation.
However, the Loki Familia only wanted us to hand over Wiene. They didn't take any further action.
But then the Freya Familia got involved. They weren't so polite, directly forcing their way in.
That child Stella, in order to prevent the conflict from escalating, took Wiene into the Dungeon. But don't worry. I've already had Tsubaki take people to catch up.
Although there's no news right now, there's also no information that they've been captured. They should still be safe."
Drake clenched his fists. No matter how he thought about it, this matter couldn't be separated from the Ikelos Familia. But what was hateful was the Freya Familia. If it hadn't been for them, the situation wouldn't have developed into what it was now.
Drake really hadn't expected that the Loki Familia and the Freya Familia would get involved, and the Freya Familia was so radical. Otherwise, he would never have left the two alone to start the research.
Letting out a breath, Drake restrained his anger. But that flame didn't disappear, instead becoming even hotter, ready to erupt at any time.
Although Hephaestus had said it lightly, Drake could guess that what had happened before wouldn't be that simple. After all, even the outer walls had been rebuilt. There must have been a considerable conflict.
You could imagine the pressure that Hephaestus had been facing at that time. Otherwise, Stella wouldn't have made that kind of choice.
So what he had to do now was to take them back. As for the enemies, Drake would make them regret standing in his way.
Drake said to Hephaestus, "Don't worry. I'll resolve this incident."
After saying this, Drake directly walked to the window, leaping down. Hephaestus only saw Drake flapping his fiery wings, leaving.
The 20th floor of the Dungeon, Stella and Wiene were sitting around a campfire. Stella took down the kettle on the fire, filling the cup that Wiene was holding with a sweet-smelling drink.
Drake had always liked to be prepared, so he had stuffed a lot of practical supplies into the ring that Stella was wearing on her middle finger.
This drink was a potion that Drake had specially prepared to replenish stamina. After all, it had been explained last time they were in the Dungeon that it was too inconvenient to carry ordinary food.
In order to suit Stella's taste, Drake had even specially made it with the flavor of milk tea. It tasted even better after heating.
It was also thanks to these supplies that the two had been able to hide in the Dungeon for so long.
Looking at the ripples in the cup, Wiene said in a low voice, "Stella, have I brought trouble to you and Drake!"
Stella looked at Wiene, who was blaming herself, with pity, stroking her hair, saying, "Don't say that. You haven't done anything wrong. Don't worry, Drake will definitely resolve it."
Wiene nodded, but there was no smile on her face.
Just then, Stella suddenly raised her head. Although she didn't have the exaggerated enemy detection ability that Drake had, Stella, who possessed , could also sense the approach of enemies.
"What a bunch of clingy guys!" Stella said in a low voice, pulling Wiene up, saying, "It's time to leave. Those annoying guys have caught up again!"
Saying this, Stella put the kettle and cup back into the ring, pulling Wiene, running towards the depths of the jungle.
A dozen minutes later, a group of people came before the campfire that hadn't gone out yet.
The vice-captain of the Freya Familia, the cat person youth called , looked at the campfire, revealing a complacent smile.
"We've caught up to those two little mice!"
The elf youth also revealed a trace of a smile, saying, "I didn't expect that Lady Freya's mission this time would be so troublesome."
Allen Fromel, the fastest in the city at 1.4 meters tall, tilted his head, looking at the elf, saying, "Are you complaining about Lady Goddess? Hedin!"
Hedin shook his head, saying, "How could I! However, even Ottar is acting with us this time. I have a feeling that something big is going to happen."
Allen frowned. Ottar had always been acting alone. The fact that he was acting together this time did indeed show something.
But he didn't think that much. All he needed to know was that this was Lady Goddess's order.
"I'm not interested in playing hide-and-seek. I'm going to catch them directly!"
Saying this, Allen lowered his body, making a starting posture.
Hedin only saw the dust that had been kicked up, then Allen's figure disappeared from sight.
Sighing, Hedin called out to the others, also quickening his pace, chasing after them.
Stella, who was moving forward, revealed a serious expression, because she had sensed that someone was approaching quickly.
Without any sensing ability, Stella directly saw that approaching figure.
Although she knew that the person was running, it looked like he was flying at low altitude. Moving straight ahead, he smashed the giant trees that were blocking his path to pieces, and his target was her.
She had met him before at the mansion. It was this cat person who had broken open the gate of the Hephaestus headquarters, so Stella also recognized this .
Allen saw the two, his face still having that disdainful expression, crashing over without slowing down his speed at all.
Stella pushed Wiene away, directly raising her hand to block.
Allen revealed a surprised expression, because his speed had instantly returned to zero. And everything had been caused by that pair of fair hands grabbing his shoulders.
Allen Fromel, a LV6 adventurer who possessed the magic .
This magic allowed his speed to theoretically increase without limit, while converting the speed into the power of a reckless charge. This was also the source of his title of fastest in the city and goddess's chariot.
Even Ottar, who could easily take a full-force strike from , had to use all of his skills and magic to ensure his safety when facing his full-speed charge.
Although he hadn't accelerated to the limit just now, the power was definitely enough to smash a normal floor boss to pieces. But he, who had been charging, had been stopped by a woman with just her hands. This filled Allen's heart with shock amidst shame and anger.
Stella wasn't feeling good either. Her arms were still aching dully. Stopping Allen's charge wasn't as easy for her as it had seemed on the surface.
However, this also made Stella angry.
She had been hiding all this time. On the one hand, it was because she didn't want to bring even more trouble to Hephaestus. At the same time, it was also because it was best to avoid fighting in order to protect Wiene.
Moreover, Stella could understand the adventurers' rejection of Wiene. From their position, they hadn't done anything wrong. So Stella wasn't willing to fight meaningless fights.
But after being chased for so long, Allen still had an attitude of clinging on and not letting go. Her anger had also come up.
"You don't think that I'm really afraid of you, do you!"
Raging flames soared into the sky, directly forcing Allen back. Stella gripped Laevateinn tightly in her hand, slashing down from the air.
Allen hurriedly dodged the falling blade of fire, his expression also becoming serious as he looked at the scorched scorch marks that extended who knew how far on the ground.
This woman, who he had never heard of before, was a bit too strong. Just a casual strike had such terrifying power!
However strong she may be, she wouldn't be able to escape the Freya Familia's hunt, because he wasn't alone.
"Eternal Struggle, Undying Thunder Soldier! Calhus Heild!"
The sound of chanting incantations rang out, and a large number of lightning orbs rained down on Stella.
Stella wisely chose to retreat, looking up to see that elf with a wand on the top and a longsword on the bottom standing on a branch.
The lightning orbs blasted the ground into potholes, and before Stella could even breathe a sigh of relief, she saw that an elf with dark skin had already arrived before her, and the longsword in his hand that emitted an ominous aura had already slashed over.
Stella only had time to block with her sword, her entire body being sent flying out.
"Stella!" Wiene cried out in alarm, running over, saying worriedly, "Are you okay!"
Stella revealed a cheerful smile, saying, "Don't worry, I'm not injured. Wiene, you stay out of the way. I'll take care of them right away?"
"You're really talking big. You won't be able to escape!" Allen said, slowly walking over.
And Stella and Wiene were also surrounded by four Lilliputs wearing armor. The Flame Gold Four Brothers, the four of them working together had a combat power of LV6.
Except for , the entire elite of the Freya Familia had all gathered.
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