Chapter 486 Holy Land
The next morning.
The rare rest of the night made Xia Lan and others no longer see the fatigue they came. They were ready to go and then left this long-standing village and town under the guidance of the dark man.
The dark man used it as a transportation vehicle was an extremely majestic black camel, with a body larger than an ordinary camel. The most amazing thing was that its speed in the desert was no less than that of Xia Lan and the others riding on the flying eagle in the air.
This rare black camel is an ancient species carefully cultivated by the Salanian remnants. The ancestral origin of the black camel can even be traced back to the age of the gods. It has now been extinct in other parts of the Elderland continent. The number of black camels currently in the hands of Salanian remnants is only less than 300, which must be called precious.
Without exception, those who can control the black camel are the best among the Salanian remnants, and the status of the black camel's owner can be reflected from the side.
The social system of Salanian survivors is mainly a nursing home. Every Salanian survivor is automatically qualified to become an elder from the moment he is born. Of course, if he wants to officially become a member of the nursing home, he must go through strict assessments, and only those who are truly outstanding can be elected.
The Elders' House is equivalent to an alternative state organ, which is in charge of all the affairs of the Salanian survivors. Among them, the most powerful one is the lifelong elders elected by all the elders.
There was only one great elder. During the Great Elder's life, the Great Elder was the head of the entire Salanian remnants and the highest power decision-maker, so the elders would make careful choices every time they elected the Great Elder.
The problem of the holy land is extraordinary. As an ordinary elder, the dark man cannot make any decisions. Naturally, he can only report it to the elder to make a decision.
As sunset approaches, Xia Lan and the others finally arrived at the place where the great elder was located in the dark man's mouth.
"This is……"
Looking at a majestic city standing in the distance in the distance, Adelina widened her eyes and opened her mouth in surprise, as if she couldn't believe the strange sights seen in her eyes.
"Is it incredible?"
Xia Lan drove the flying eagle and began to slowly lower the height. She said casually, and he was not surprised that Adelina expressed her shock from her heart, because when he first saw this city in the desert, he was also no different from her.
Holy Land. New Perlans.
The Salanian remnants have rebuilt the city built on the old Perlens ruins through countless years of hard work. Remembrance and memory are the same thing, but the real reason is that the Salanian remnants believe that the treasure inheritance buried by the royal family was here. Over time, it became the holy place in the minds of the Salanian remnants, even if they have never found the exact traces of the treasure here.
"Yes, it's hard to believe that someone can build such a spectacular city in the desert. How much time and effort will it take!" Adrina couldn't help but sigh.
"As far as I know, it took two years from the construction of this city to the completion of the city." After Xia Lan finished speaking, she roughly explained the reason for the construction of this city.
"I am afraid that the unimaginable perseverance has become a belief among the Salanians." Adelina said in awe.
"Every Salanian has been taught by his parents and elders since childhood. In the future, he must recreate the glory of Salanian as his lifelong mission. Under the deliberate influence of the environment, this idea has completely penetrated into their bones." Xia Lan whispered: "The treasures and inheritance buried by our ancestors in the holy land are their hope for reviving Salania. Therefore, it is conceivable that the position of the holy land in the hearts of Salanians."
The persistent pursuit of revival by the Salanians' remnants for revival throughout the ages is nothing like a fool in Xia Lan's eyes. Even if they can obtain the treasure inheritance in the holy land. However, based on their strength in all aspects, it is probably that the forces that covet their treasure inheritance before they can be destroyed in one fell swoop. Putting aside the population, economy and national strength, how to solve the geographical and climate and transportation problems of the desert is the top priority they should be concerned about.
Now is no longer the silver era of civilization and gloriousness. Most of Salania has become the forbidden zone of life in people's impression. Apart from the business travelers who take risks and pursue interests, this barren and barren land has no value.
The way New Perlans greeted Xia Lan and the others was somewhat intimidating. The city walls were neatly arranged with crossbow soldiers wearing armor, and there was a large crossbow cannon with seemingly amazing power at every distance. In the direction of the open city gate, a team of riders riding black camels were ready, and the iron spears erected in their hands were shining with cold light in the afterglow of the sunset.
"This is the guards who are preparing to take us to the Great Elder. You don't need to worry, please follow me into the city."
As soon as Xia Lan and others landed, the dark man catching up to flip over from the black camel, then explained it and slowly walked towards the city gate with the reins.
"Xialan, do you think they will be against us?"
Winnie seemed a little nervous and nervous about the welcome formation set up by the Salanians. After riding for a day, Feiyu's legs were already numb and weak, and now she walked even more trembling. She was an ordinary person, and she had no ability to protect herself in the face of this situation, so she could not act calmly and calmly like Xia Lan and the others.
"It's just an ordinary threat. Besides, as long as the Salanians are not stupid, we will not be threatened by any life." Xia Lan casually watched the familiar and unfamiliar New Perlans in his memory.
"Is that true? I hope there will be no accidents or misunderstandings at that time." Winnie breathed a sigh of relief and said with some meaning in her words.
"Don't worry, this is a win-win negotiation." Xia Lan directly made the worries in Winnie's words clear.
"I hope so."
Winnie forced a smile.
She did not suspect that Xia Lan was lying because he had no need to deceive himself.
However, it seems that nothing good will happen to him every time.
When you enter the city gate, you will see a wide and tidy street. There are rows of brick and stone houses arranged on both sides of the street. Each house is planted with drought-resistant and wind-resistant sand-resistant halberd trees. The suppressed and painful twisted trunks are really out of place with the surrounding environment. It is autumn, and the branches of the halberd trees are covered with oval red halberds. There are ripe fruits that fall off on their own. In the past, children would lean over to pick them up while chasing and playing, bite them into their mouths, or throw them at each other. What is strange is that the houses on the street are closed with doors and windows, and the noise and bustle of the past has fallen into desolation.
If you observe carefully, you may find someone peeking in the closed doors and windows.
"It's really quiet and gloomy. Is it necessary to be so cautious?" Adrina murmured, and her original interest in the novelty here turned into disappointment.
"People always have unnatural tension and fear when facing strange things. The Salanians have been isolated from the world for too long. No wonder they have done this." Xia Lan whispered. "If we are people with malicious intentions, the first thing that will be affected is the ordinary civilians here."
Adrina nodded thoughtfully, put her mind back on the surrounding scenery. More and more buildings that were different from the mainland style gradually emerged. Shortly after passing by a circular square, the sky began to dim, and the guards leading them in front finally stopped in front of a solemn and grand hall.
A loud voice similar to a slogan suddenly sounded in the front of the guards, and then the members of the guards collectively turned over from the black camel and quickly turned into two rows in front of Xia Lan and the others.
At this time, the dark man left Xia Lan and walked straight forward. After a while, he saw him talking to a man who looked like a sergeant leader, with many pointing in the direction of Xia Lan and the others.
When the dark man finished the conversation and returned, he nodded to Xia Lan and said, "The Great Elder has been waiting for us in there for a long time. Please come with me."
After saying that, he took Xia Lan into the solemn hall under the cold gaze of the guards on both sides.
After walking through the quaint corridor with reliefs and murals, he turned around a few corners. The familiar appearance of the dark man shows that this is not the first time he has been here.
In front of the gray-black gate guarding the guards at the end of a corridor, the dark man briefly communicated with the guards, and then said to Xia Lan with a serious expression: "The Great Elder is inside, but the Great Elder only allows you to enter alone. We will make other arrangements for your companion. Moreover, I need to solemnly warn you that once you offend the Great Elder, you will bear the consequences at your own risk."
Xia Lan nodded to show her understanding. After translating what the other party said to Adrina Winnie, he pushed the door directly into the door without worrying.
This is a room full of bookcases. The room is very spacious. Candles everywhere can be seen on the walls and ceiling illuminate every corner. A faint smoke mixed with the smell of paper and ink filled the air. I couldn't help but feel comfortable and peaceful.
"Hello, outsider."
A deep and deep voice echoed in his ears. Xia Lan followed the sound to a bookcase. In front of him, he saw an old man wrapped in a dark purple robe looking down at the old books in his hand.
"Hello, dear elder." Xia Lan responded politely.
The old man closed the books in his hand and stuffed them back into the bookshelf. Then he turned his head and looked at Xia Lan carefully.
for a long time.
"I have learned about your purpose from Basso. I just want to confirm with you personally. Do you really know the treasure of the holy land and the method of opening it?" The old man said straight to the point.
"Yes, I can guarantee my life." Xia Lan said.
"Your conditions." The old man simply said directly.
"I'm not sure about it. I'm chasing the enemy. I'm afraid I'll find this place soon. I need your help from the Great Elder." Xia Lan said.
"Since you can't even deal with your two companions, you can imagine the strength of the other party." The old man said calmly: "Please forgive me for not giving you an answer now. I need to call the people from the Elders' House for detailed discussions."
Xia Lan's eyelids twitched, and the meaning revealed from the old man's words was that he knew their strength before he even saw Adelina and Dannyoshen. This was enough to show that the old man's unfathomableness was.
Chapter completed!