Mage Legend
Chapter 118 - 39 episodes Family

Chapter 118: 39 episodes Family

The first family’s residence is always heavily guarded, which left a very deep impression on Lynch. On the fence made of Refined Gold, there are inscribed pale gray Magic Runes. According to Zilvra’s introduction, these are the first warning defense measures accumulated over thousands of years. Then, there are the patrols of low-level soldiers everywhere. Most of them are mercenaries, belonging to various battle-strong races, including the tenacious Trolls and the tall and robust Ogres. Just by simply observing the footprints left on the mossy ground, Lynch was absolutely certain that this family has a guard team composed of Giants or giant-sized creatures. Moving further inside, Lynch saw several Dark Elf patrols. From their appearance, they seemed to be young male Dark Elves, all of whom are warriors. They are equipped in uniformly styled armor and carry swords and crossbows suitable for them, using their race’s naturally keen senses to scout the surroundings.

The first floor of the first family is a place for the guards to rest, while the actual dwelling reserved for the Drow is on the second floor and above.

Just after entering the entrance, Zilvra turned around with a smile: "Lynch, do you feel weak all over, unable to connect to the Magic Network right now?"

Being reminded by these words, Lynch noticed two round holes on either side of the gate they entered, each containing a huge eye watching him.

These are creatures capable of creating an anti-magic zone (Appendix), lurking here! Such a design can cause intruders to suddenly lose their Divine Arts and arcane magic, allowing them to be killed instantly. It is truly vicious yet ingeniously clever.

However, on feeling carefully, Lynch realized that his connection to the Magic Origin had not been severed. If he willed, he could still use Spells here.

"Ah! How can this be! Zilvra, what are you trying to do?" Feigning a panicked expression, the mage decided to keep this secret, at least in the Dark Elf City, where this secret would be a weapon for him.

"Nothing, just scaring you a bit..." Zilvra smiled as she continued to lead Lynch onward.

Having left that area, the Drow woman began floating forward in the room, moving swiftly through the beehive-like complex corridors, while Lynch followed closely behind her with Flight.

A door made of Refined Gold featured a dazzling female image crafted with Mithril and various gemstones. Sapphires were her eyes, diamonds her sparkling teeth, Citrine emphasized the shine of her black skin, while two rubies adorned her chest, and small smooth opals composed her sparse clothing that covered her modesty yet made her appear even more alluring. This was the image of the Spider Goddess assuming a human form, the Drow Goddess.

And behind this grand door lies the core area of the Dark Elf city’s first family— the Audience Room, which is also where the matron exercises her powerful Spells.

The name ’first family’ alone signifies their strength. In the history of the Dark Elves, there has always been an endless stream of intrigue and struggle. In the midst of these intricate schemings, they continuously enhance their own strength and develop the unique culture of the Dark Elves. Besides the hostile environment of the Underdark itself, this relentless competition among them has significantly accelerated the Drow’s adaptation to the Underworld.

This is also why the Dark Elves eventually became the rulers of the Underdark.

In the Dark Elf city, becoming the first family isn’t particularly difficult — after all, there always has to be a ’first’ family. However, to remain firmly in that position is a challenging task.

Countless families ranked below them seek to seize any opportunity to weaken the strength of those ranked ahead, hoping to gradually narrow the gap between themselves and their opponents over time. And the first family is truly the target of everyone’s focus.

Throughout history, this family has been ensnared by countless conspiracies, with family members becoming targets of numerous murders and assassinations. Apart from certain public occasions, their family members are unsafe anywhere.

Despite the danger, their passion for maintaining their first family status remains undiminished. The title ’first family’ is not only a deterrent force but also represents the significant gains they can obtain in the Dark Elf city. When you are a noble of the first family, you are half a ruler of the city, and no one dares to defy you. No creature can overlook the immense power you represent. Any activities in the Underdark by other families—like extorting Gray Dwarves, plundering Underworld Halflings, or slaughtering Elves on the surface— the first family can always secure the largest portion of the benefits. Even if they don’t participate in those activities, they can still take a share.

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