Chapter 3049: Proof Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio Elder Doris led everyone to the front of the magic array and said, "This magic array is used to supply energy to the Tree of Life and to slow its aging. According to the clan’s ancient books, this magic array was modified from a master magic array found inside a cavern. Structurally, they share the same origin." Kapa cautiously stepped forward, leaned over, and took a look at the magic array. He felt a little dizzy. The giant-sized magic array took up most of the temple’s space, filled with dense lines and incomprehensible twisted runes that made his head throb. "Captain Kapa, how long would it take to modify the magic array?" Kapa hurriedly nodded and said, "At least five hours. And during that time, I need complete silence—I don’t want to be disturbed." Everyone frowned again upon hearing that. Letting an outsider stay alone inside the elves’ temple? That had never happened before in the entire history of the elves. The third prince Neo frowned and said sharply, "Kapa! Don’t test my patience!" "Your Highness, I can’t afford even the slightest distraction when modifying the array. If I fail, all our efforts will be wasted..." Neo exchanged a glance with the other two elders. The three didn’t share the same opinion. The two elders believed that even if there was some risk, Kapa couldn’t be left alone. But the third prince thought differently. He had pinned all his hopes on Kapa. Things had already reached this point—they had to gamble. The worst-case scenario would be the destruction of the magic array? Compared to the destruction of the entire Elven race, it was worth the risk! If he could save the elven race... With that thought, Neo no longer hesitated. He looked at Kapa and warned, "Kapa, this is the last time I’ll accept your requests. If you fail, you know the consequences." "Hmph! We’re leaving!" Without waiting for Kapa’s reply, the third prince let out a cold snort and swept out of the temple. The elves accompanying him followed suit, leaving the temple. Kapa watched them go and realized his back was already drenched in cold sweat. He truly regretted following Fang Heng this time—it had been a nerve-wracking journey, practically gambling with his life to make money. "Kapa, well done." After confirming that the elves had fully left the temple, Fang Heng finally revealed himself, returning to human form and appearing beside Kapa. "Mr. Fang." Kapa nervously swallowed a mouthful of saliva. "Relax, they won’t notice anything," Fang Heng said calmly, but his eyes glimmered with excitement. "I guarantee—this reward will be well worth it." Kapa’s eyes lit up. Really? Fang Heng walked to the magic array, the omniscient eyes in his pupils spinning rapidly, recording the structure of the array. He then turned to Kapa. "Mr. Fang, is there anything else you need me to do?" "Yes, one more thing. It’s simple for you—after all, if we’re going to put on a show, we go all the way." As he spoke, Fang Heng condensed an imprint in front of him. "Forgive me for this." "Huh? Wh-what...?" Under the effect of a psychic illusion, Kapa’s eyes grew unfocused. *Thud!* Fang Heng watched Kapa collapse and stepped forward to the large magic array, placing both hands gently on its surface. ... Outside the Temple of Blessings, everyone waited anxiously. The materials were already prepared. All they could do now was wait. It was estimated that it would take five more hours to complete the modification of the magic array. Doris still harbored deep suspicion toward Kapa and had already sent someone to urgently gather relevant records to verify the truth of his claims. But she also knew—time was too short. It would be extremely difficult to confirm Kapa’s statements in such a brief window. Ever since Kapa appeared, translated the prophecy, quickly discovered the Disaster, and now the elves were facing a life-and-death crisis... Everything was happening too quickly, too coincidentally. This kind of coincidence made her feel deeply uneasy. "Your Highness..." "Enough!" Neo knew exactly what the two elders were going to say—more doubts about Kapa, more warnings to be cautious. He had heard it all before and immediately raised his hand to stop them. Of course, he knew the risks. But this was his best chance to prove himself! They had already come this far—what else was there to say? Any more hesitation would only shake his confidence further! The two elders exchanged glances, sighing inwardly, and could only join him in praying that nothing went wrong. So they waited. Time ticked by, second after second. More than five hours passed, and everyone grew increasingly anxious. At last, the temple doors opened. A weary face appeared behind the door. "Captain Kapa, how did it go?" Kapa looked like he hadn’t slept in days. His head drooped, eyes dark with heavy rings, and he numbly nodded, saying, "I lived up to the task—barely succeeded." "Good!" Neo’s eyes lit up with a gleam and he quickly stepped into the Great Hall. Inside, the previously super-sized magic array had ceased operation after the modification. Neo stepped forward to examine it. Unfortunately, with his knowledge of alchemy, he couldn’t tell any difference. It all still looked like a dense mess of runes that made his head ache. Neo turned to the two elders behind him. Elder Doris stared closely at the array and gave a barely noticeable nod. The external structure was the same, but the internal configuration had changed drastically. To be able to alter the internal structure so thoroughly in such a short time... Elder Doris glanced at Kapa, whose eyes were bloodshot. She hadn’t expected the Flying Squirrel Clan to possess such advanced alchemical skills. She had underestimated him. Kapa’s eyes were unfocused. He could no longer perceive Elder Doris’s gaze—he was so sleepy he just wanted to pass out. For the past five hours, under the effect of a psychic skill, he had been trapped in a rotating illusion, endlessly mining ores inside a cavern. It felt like he had endured fifty hours. The worst part? Every ore he mined was the lowest-level, most worthless kind! A complete nightmare for any Flying Squirrel! Neo grew anxious and couldn’t help but press, "Elders, what’s your assessment?" Elder Doris nodded. "Yes, the magic array looks fine. We can proceed with the test." Whether before or after the modification, the structure of the super-sized magic array was incredibly complex. No one in the entire elven race fully understood the meanings of all the runes, let alone the multiple arrangements and combinations. It wasn’t just a matter of glancing a few times—even months of research might not fully unravel it. They could only broadly confirm that the array had been altered and that nothing appeared obviously wrong. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚 "Bring them in." Now that the third prince Neo had received a clear answer, he immediately signaled the guards to bring in Cleriway and the other two. "Kapa, now that the magic array has been set, how do we prove the Goddess’s identity?"