Chapter 407
Along with a large number of ordinary soldiers, Giant War Generals, Legendary Swordsmen, and so on.
Many races were present, making it difficult for anyone to take it all in.
At this moment, Qinon Durant remarked in surprise, “It’s actually this kind of All Gods Battle Chess, Lord Cao Xing, your knight might face trouble.”
Upon hearing this, Lord Cao Xing asked in confusion, “Lord Qinon, what do you mean?”
Then, the elder began explaining to Lord Cao Xing.
It took him several minutes before Qinon finished explaining the rules.
Lord Cao Xing roughly understood the rules of this so-called All Gods Battle Chess.
This All Gods Battle Chess resembled international chess.
But the number and names of the pieces were entirely different, and the types were more varied.
In short, it was a war among several Divines.
They commanded their troops to confront the other Divines.
The pieces, due to different alignments, seemed to create what was known as a “Formation” effect.
This allowed for more powerful effects or even the use of higher-grade pieces.
Moreover, as the match progressed, a new battlefield would be opened.
This meant starting a new game on a slightly smaller board.
Also, the battlefield settings for each board would be different.
Different boards required different pieces and tactics.
Meanwhile, the players had to continue the game on the main battlefield.
It was a game that, as it progressed, could instantly have infinite variables and strategies.
Clearly, this was a strategy game that heavily tested one’s mental prowess.
Each move required an astronomical amount of calculation.
Assam was only a third-tier Knight; his mental capacity was undoubtedly no match for the Legend-level Lake Goddess.
Although the task was for him to capture one Legend-level piece and pass the Trial,
for everyone, this was an extremely severe challenge.
Lord Cao Xing couldn’t help but feel anxious.
Others were also tensely watching Assam’s duel with the Lake Goddess.
They continuously placed pieces, maneuvering their strategic chess.
As the duel progressed, every few minutes a new board expanded upon the icy surface before them.
On these new boards, they commenced another round of battle.
…
Time passed slowly.
In the blink of an eye, the duel had persisted for three hours.
The chessboards before them had expanded into hundreds of small battlefields.
What did this mean?
It meant that while managing the main battlefield, they also had to calculate scores of battles on hundreds of other fields.
Assam strained every nerve in each move, his whole body trembled violently.
His pupils gradually became unfocused, and his attention harder to maintain.
Yet he gritted his teeth, forcing himself to keep calculating.
Others couldn’t help clenching their fists, worried for Assam.
It was over half an hour before Assam finally moved his King piece a step.
He had bitten his lip so hard that blood seeped through.
Even in this icy weather, his forehead was beaded with cold sweat.
Qinon hurriedly walked over and said, “Lord Cao Xing, your knight can’t continue any longer.”
“The mental strain of All Gods Battle Chess is too terrifying; even I can’t handle such prolonged play.”
“If this continues, he might suffer brain damage and become vegetative.”
Hearing this, Lord Cao Xing was immediately shocked.
He quickly said, “Assam, stop now.”
“We won’t challenge this Knight Trial anymore; we’ll return when we’re stronger.”
At that moment, tears of blood appeared in Assam’s pupils.
He turned his head to glance at Lord Cao Xing, still seemingly wanting to persist.
But Lord Cao Xing said, “Knight Assam, follow orders!”
Hearing this, Assam immediately tensed.
He instantly stood up from the ground, wiping the bloody tears from his face.
Then calmly looked at the Lake Goddess and said, “I’m sorry, with my abilities, I cannot capture any of your Legendary War Generals.”
“I cannot fall for the sake of this challenge; I must wield my Longsword to defend the Lord’s honor!”
With that, Assam turned away without hesitation.
Witnessing this, the Lake Goddess showed no disappointment but rather a look of appreciation.
“Knight, though you haven’t defeated me in the All Gods Battle Chess, you have proven your wisdom.”
Hearing these words, Assam slowly turned back, eyes filled with disbelief.
The Lake Goddess softly said, “Wisdom has no limits, just like All Gods Battle Chess.”
“It’s a virtue we should cultivate throughout our lives.”
“A wise person knows this, that on the path of life, we should make wise choices rather than blindly persist.”
“Knight, consider your wisdom trial passed.”
After the Lake Goddess spoke, everyone initially looked surprised, then smiled.
They all felt happy for Assam.
After all, the knight’s performance had already earned everyone’s recognition.
Blom laughed nearby, “Assam, you’re the most courageous and strong knight I’ve ever seen!”
“Tonight, let’s not leave until we’re drunk for your bravery!”
Andrew clasped his hands, saying sincerely, “Knight Assam indeed possesses noble qualities.”
Even the two newly joined Dragon Blood Warriors couldn’t help but show admiration.
Assam rubbed his head, seemingly a bit embarrassed by all the compliments.
However, Lord Cao Xing was somewhat surprised.
He had decided to find an opportunity to study this so-called All Gods Battle Chess before challenging the Lake Lady’s Trial again.
Unexpectedly, giving up equaled passing.
At this moment, the Lake Goddess spoke again.
“With three knightly virtues, you have become an outstanding knight.”
“To reward your efforts, I have decided to help increase your potential.”
Increase potential?
Hearing this, confusion appeared in Lord Cao Xing’s eyes.
The Lake Goddess continued, “Knight, please come forth.”
Assam looked at Lord Cao Xing.
After a moment of contemplation, Lord Cao Xing nodded.
With permission granted, Assam turned and approached the Lake Goddess without hesitation.
Approximately ten meters away, Assam stopped.
Meanwhile, a lock of green hair atop the Lake Goddess’s head suddenly separated, stretching out like a Spirit Snake.
Then it emitted a sacred aura, which enveloped Assam.