NOVEL WEB Chapter 26 : Drinking Poison
Tonight is a celebration to welcome the two elves who are messengers of the White God. All the goblins appear to be having fun and enjoying the celebration, with some even singing.
Saphielle, Aether, the six Goblin leaders, all the Berserker Goblins, and Elder Flurx are currently seated in the same location. They are sitting in a main tent that looks more luxurious compared to the other tents.
The tent is quite large and perhaps comfortable. However, Aether and Saphielle sit separately because they are honored guests, while the goblin leaders sit in front of a table close to both of them.
Aether and Saphielle have very different tastes in food. They are reluctant to eat the food prepared by the goblins because of their refined palates. In other words, they still consider the goblins a lower race.
Saphielle and Aether then decide to use [Telepath] even though they are sitting next to each other.
[Telepath]
"Aether-sama, should I eat all this food?"
Saphielle furrows her brow while looking at the meat dishes prepared by the goblins.
"It's okay, just eat, even though we have immunity to hunger to a certain extent."
"Alright, how about you, Aether-sama?"
"I'll exchange my original body to be able to eat this food. Besides, Azaroth is currently under renovation, and after the renovation, we can only go to the cafeteria to eat there."
"So, that's how it is. In that case, fine, Aether-sama."
"Yes, even though the goblins are a lower race, at least they're not serving garbage."
While they are communicating through [Telepath], a goblin woman who looks like a server approaches Aether and Saphielle.
"Please, sir and miss, this is green tea."
The server hands two glasses of green tea to Aether and Saphielle. However, Aether and Saphielle immediately notice something strange about the green tea.
They continue their conversation using [Telepath].
"Oh, it's poison, isn't it?"
"It seems to be a low-level poison, possibly produced by a creature with a level around 80."
"This is quite different from my level; if I drink it, it might just hurt a little, nothing more. How about you, Aether-sama?"
"I might feel a little ticklish for a few seconds after drinking this, but it should be fine."
"But they're really impolite to serve poison!"
"Don't worry, Saphielle, we are currently in the climax phase of the plan."
"Uhhhh... Alright, do you know what poison this is, Aether-sama?"
"It should be the poison of the Goblin Lord, a disgusting poison produced from the sweat of the Goblin Lord."
After hearing Aether's words, Saphielle's face immediately turns into a disgusted expression.
"Hahaha, very disgusting. But it should be hundreds of years old, and its effects have greatly diminished due to its age, so it shouldn't be that repulsive."
"But... Aether-sama, why are you so strong at enduring so many disgusting things here?"
After hearing Saphielle's question, Aether's face becomes very confident.
"Because I was assigned to conquer this repulsive race and must deliver perfect results to Alice-sama."
"Is that so? May I use my [Ultimate Skill: Karma Essence]?"
"Ah, the skill that can see someone's karma value."
"Exactly, Aether-sama, I want to use it to find the culprit who poisoned us."
"Go ahead, besides, they will be very important in our plan. Don't kill them too early."
"Alright, in that case, thank you, Aether-sama, for explaining everything to me, the foolish one."
"No problem, you can ask anything else next time."
"By the way, where is Veris?"
"She's currently observing us and recording every move we make as a report."
"I see. Won't she help us?"
"She will assist us in executing our plan."
"Alright, Aether-sama."
[Telepath End]
"So, Aether-sama, Saphielle-sama, are you from the Elven Kingdom in the southeast?"
Elder Flurx initiates a conversation with Saphielle and Aether.
"No, we're from around the Abyssal Forest."
"Are you from the central part of the Abyssal Forest?"
According to the map, it should be like that."
"I see, we believe that both of you are messengers of the gods."
Aether then signals Saphielle with a wink to pick up the green tea cup that has been mixed with poison.
They both take the cups and prepare to drink. Of course, the expressions of the two Berserker Goblins, which were initially flat, suddenly become very excited, and they even start chatting with Aether and Saphielle.
Meanwhile, the other Berserker Goblins simply enjoy their meal and listen to the conversation.
"Have you ever met the White God?"
"If so, what does he look like, and is he very powerful?"
Aether and Saphielle instantly smile with pride after hearing the question.
"In appearance, he might be more beautiful than the entire universe and all the gems in the world."
"In terms of power, he could probably destroy this continent in a short time."
The two Berserker Goblins become even more excited after Aether and Saphielle answer the questions. Moreover, both of them know that their plan is about to succeed.
They then whisper briefly.
"Krobs, it seems our brilliant plan is about to succeed."
"Hahahaha, even the goblin race with intelligence far above us can't think of something this brilliant, right, Vazz?"
"Yes, I agree."
"The poison should start working tomorrow."
"Right, I can't wait. No matter how strong those elves are, historically, this poison is very effective in killing someone."
"Hahaha, if we can kill them, maybe we can proceed with the plan to overthrow the leaders."
"They are too weak and can't think about the fate of the goblins."
They finish their brief whispering, and, of course, it can't be heard by anyone.
"Whoaaa!!! So amazing!!"
"Yes, being able to destroy the continent is incredible!"
"Vazz, Krobs, you're too excited, haha."
Elder Flurx is quite pleased to see the Berserker Goblins, who were previously hostile, now becoming excited and eager to be closer friends with the two elves.
"Of course!"
Aether and Saphielle then drink the green tea. However, Saphielle immediately uses a high-level fire spell to vaporize the green tea that entered her throat.
It can be said that a transparent vapor emerges from Saphielle's mouth as she burns all the liquid that entered her throat.
Unlike Saphielle, Aether drinks it casually and stifles a small laugh because his body feels a bit ticklish for a few seconds.
"Elder Flurx, we have a request."
"What do you want, Aether-sama?"
"We want to build a simple temple around the goblin settlement."
"Alright, I grant you permission."
"Thank you, Elder Flurx."
"By the way, regarding your food and drink supplies, how long will they last? Even though it's a secret, it should be common knowledge."
"Probably about two weeks from now."
"In that case, we'll stay here for a few days and help you with some things."
"Thank you, Aether-sama. So when will you start the construction of the temple?"
"Tonight, I want the temple to be finished by morning."
"Seeing your power, it doesn't seem impossible."
"No need to praise me too much."
In short, the banquet ends right at midnight, and many of the goblins choose to rest. On the other hand, the goblin leaders, Elder Flurx, Aether, and Saphielle are now standing in an empty space.
Aether then begins to chant a magic spell, almost like saying a prayer. He does this with the intention that the goblins can see that the White God will indeed grant the request of those who believe in the White God.
"Oh, our most compassionate and merciful God. We are here to build a temple to pray and seek your blessings, please grant our request."
[Magic: Create Tiny Base]
This spell is earth magic that creates a small dwelling but can be modified by the user to a certain extent. To cast the spell, one doesn't need to recite long incantations; it's enough to mention the name of the spell in their mind.
Instantly, a fairly large magical circle appears. After a while, the magical circle fades, revealing a white concrete building. Inside the building, there is a red carpet covering the entire floor, and at the far end of the room, there is a large statue of Alice, as if giving a blessing.
On the right and left sides of the room, there are two bedrooms, one for Aether and one for Saphielle.
Of course, the goblins are very surprised because Aether's prayer was immediately answered. They have never heard of a God granting a request to build a temple in this way.
At the base of Alice's statue, there is a place for various offerings. Seeing the goblins very surprised, Aether just smiles.
"Phase one of the climax plan is complete."
"Incredible..."
Elder Flurx is very amazed because a building can appear in a matter of seconds. Aether and Saphielle decide to stay in the temple for now because the next day they will begin phase two of the climax plan.
On the other hand, Vazz, Krobs, and some other goblin leaders also decide to kill Aether and Saphielle immediately when the poison has taken effect and paralyzed them.
Meanwhile, in Aether's room...
"Oh, you're the Ancient Lich, Ivara's messenger, right?"
"Yes, I was assigned to help you complete your task, Aether-sama."
"In that case, do your job well starting tonight."
"I understand, Aether-sama."
Aether briefly talks to an Ancient Lich who has just arrived in the goblin settlement without anyone knowing.
