Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2982 1630: Joining and Passing the Trial

Leo Ray observed the unfamiliar Stone Spirit, her delicate face dusted with faint freckles, and realized that while Anna's situation had resolved, the 'Gate of Truth' trial was still pending.

Even though the Stone Spirit hadn't made a move, any sudden action from her could leave his group in a severely disadvantageous position.

With this thought, Leo Ray's hand tightened on his sword hilt. The other formidable warriors and Stone Spirits also sensed the tension, quickly forming a ring around the unfamiliar Stone Spirit in the center.

"Huh? What are you all doing?"

Caught off guard by the sudden encirclement, the unfamiliar Stone Spirit tilted her head, a look of pure bewilderment on her face.

Her utterly confused expression suggested she genuinely saw herself as part of their group.

After a brief pause, she seemed to realize the situation and exclaimed, jumping back slightly, "Everyone, hold on! I haven't even started the Trial preparation yet!"

A mischievous grin spread across her face as she chuckled, adding, "Don't worry, don't worry, I won't make a sudden move. Let's deal with the Mad Elf situation first!"

With that, she swiftly put away her weapons and stepped aside, adopting an honest posture to show her good intentions.

Seeing this, Leo Ray's tense shoulders relaxed slightly, and his focus shifted back to Anna.

He could feel it through the potent aura radiating from Anna — she was indeed a true Demigod powerhouse.

Her strength was comparable to the Deer-man Ancestor's illusion. If she joined their side, their peak combat power would surge significantly.

"Your Excellency, I am not the Mad Elf!"

Upon hearing the unfamiliar Stone Spirit's words, Anna quickly interjected, her hands gesturing agitatedly.

She was seen holding a large pink water cup, and her distress seemed to lessen considerably with it.

She then turned to Leo Ray, looking somewhat lost, and explained, "Your Majesty of the Humans, you must believe me. I'm actually very peaceful and never seek trouble!"

"Of course, I believe you."

Leo Ray offered a helpless smile, observing Anna's flustered yet fair expression.

Just as Leo Ray was about to cautiously ask Anna if she would consider joining them, she preemptively spoke, "Your Majesty of the Humans, your wisdom and resilience are truly admirable. If you don't find it inconvenient, please allow me to join your ranks and leave this place with you!"

Anna's starry eyes fixed on Leo Ray, filled with earnest hope as she made her plea.

Her decision to approach him stemmed partly from witnessing Leo Ray and his formidable subordinates' unwavering persistence and determination within the Dream Space. They fought fiercely until victory was within reach, a situation that mirrored the plight of the Gray Elves she recalled from the past.

Furthermore, Leo Ray was the one who ultimately roused her from the Dream Space, restoring her to reality.

His words, "Here, no matter how beautiful, is ultimately just a dream, and there is inevitably a moment of waking up," had resonated deeply with her.

The reason she had remained dormant, beyond the Barrier's influence, was largely her own unwillingness to confront the utter devastation of her clan and homeland. She had chosen to escape by perceiving the outside world as a terrifying abyss.

Leo Ray's actions had shown her through practical demonstration that passively waiting meant awaiting demise, whereas facing reality was the crucial first step toward reclaiming hope.

Consequently, she felt that aligning herself with him, no matter the circumstances, was the most judicious path forward.

"Ah, this..."

Leo Ray, who had been formulating his own invitation, found himself momentarily taken aback by Anna's unexpected proposal.

"Your Majesty of the Humans, do you perhaps refuse my request?"

Anna's bright eyes seemed to dim slightly as she noticed Leo Ray's surprised expression.

"Not at all; I'm wouldn't be happier," Leo Ray quickly recovered, a smile returning to his face. "Anna, welcome aboard."

The other powerful allies present echoed his sentiment, nodding with smiles and offering applause. Even the unfamiliar Stone Spirit joined in, her expression mirroring theirs, and she even let out a cheer.

However, a moment later, the unfamiliar Stone Spirit seemed to recall something, and a shadow of helplessness crossed her sun-kissed face.

She vividly remembered losing the majority of her colossal statues, which were essential for the Trial, during her earlier confrontation with the Dark Elf, Anna.

Now, with the already formidable group led by Leo Ray having incorporated the Mad Elf, their strength had grown exponentially, like adding wings to a tiger.

She, a mere Half-step Tier 7 Stone Spirit, with nearly all her trial resources depleted, wondered what challenge remained for her.