Chapter 248: Chapter 248: Visiting the Elbaf
"Wow! So this is the legendary land of the giants... Elbaf?"
Above the surging waves, Toki couldn't help but widen her eyes as she was carried toward Elbaf by El.
In the distance, an enormous, ancient tree stretched toward the heavens, its upper reaches shrouded in clouds. Two massive layers of canopy loomed overhead, with gigantic waterfalls cascading down from the treetops.
On the second canopy, an expansive "land" came into view. Towering mountains dotted the area, alongside numerous large-scale buildings.
Outward-facing colossal cannons extended from various points, and an unimaginably enormous sword pierced through the middle of the canopy, extending downward.
The sheer scale of it all left one in awe, sending chills down their spine.
The scene was majestic, a feast for the eyes, and almost overwhelming in its grandeur.
"Mm, no matter how many times I see it, it's still as breathtaking."
El nodded, gazing at the magnificent and ancient World Tree with a sense of wonder.
Although he had visited before, the sight of the World Tree never failed to astonish him.
"Heh heh..."
Ignoring the enormous fish in the sea below, larger than even most ships, El flapped his wings and headed toward Elbaf.
Descending to the first layer of the village, they landed amidst the lively settlement.
"El!"
"You're here again!"
"We heard your Fallen Angel Pirates had a fight with the World Government?"
"Hajrudin's bounty has reached two hundred million berries now!"
"Well done!"
The arriving El was met with surprise and enthusiasm by the giants.
In particular, the warriors of the Giant Warrior Pirates, including Oimo, Kashii, and others, approached him eagerly.
"So these are giants? They're enormous..."
Toki, cradled in El's arms, stared wide-eyed, brimming with shock and curiosity.
It was her first time seeing giants, let alone so many of them at once.
"El, thank you for bringing news of Chief Dorry and Chief Brogy..."
Kashii crouched down to El's height, his expression warm as he addressed him.
"Without you, we'd have been worried sick, and some of us were even preparing to set sail to look for them!"
"To think they're still dueling... It's truly incredible," Oimo added with a wry smile. "It's been decades, and yet there's still no victor!"
Of course, regardless of who won, none of them wanted anything bad to happen to the two chiefs.
While the honor of Elbaf warriors demanded that no one interfere with their duel, knowing that both the "Blue Ogre" and "Red Ogre" were safe was a relief to all.
"It was nothing. In fact, I should be thanking them for training two capable subordinates for me."
El gently set Toki down and responded with a smile.
Then, under her incredulous gaze—
"Whoosh—"
He released his Life Return technique, his body swelling dramatically as he returned to his nine-meter height, nearly matching the crouched Kashii and the other giants.
"Whoa!"
At that moment—
A tall figure ran over and scooped El up with excitement, exclaiming, "Isn't this El-chan?"
"Heh, Tethys, take it easy... hey..." El's words were cut off as he was overwhelmed by the giant woman's enthusiastic embrace, engulfed in her immense softness.
She was a towering giantess, around 18 meters tall, with a full, voluptuous figure and striking beauty. Her overwhelming curves left onlookers in awe. At that moment, El was thoroughly "welcomed" by her warm hospitality.
"El-chan, you're getting more and more handsome... Is the Fallen Angel Pirates still recruiting?"
The blonde giantess wore a wide green robe over denim shorts, her fiery figure both captivating and intimidating.
Under Toki's wide-eyed, stunned gaze, Tethys hugged El tightly and gave him a hearty kiss, grinning. "Ahahaha, I'd like to join... You don't mind, do you?"
"Tethys, you're too enthusiastic..."
Oimo laughed heartily. "Don't scare El off!"
Tethys squinted mischievously and replied, "What's wrong with being enthusiastic? Especially since that jealous Gerd-chan, who keeps guard over him all day, isn't here!"
"Hmph, I heard about it, El. You got Gerd pregnant!"
She teased with a sly smile. "You better watch out for King Harald coming after you!"
Two towering figures strolled over unhurriedly, their impossibly long beards dragging behind them.
They were none other than Mountain Beard Jarul and Waterfall Beard Jorul, two of the elder giants of Elbaf, their presence imposing and venerable.
Even Toki couldn't quite believe her eyes.
"Elders, you're both looking as healthy as ever," El greeted with a warm smile.
Unperturbed by their remarks, he responded casually, "Even if King Harald were angry, it wouldn't matter. He can't beat me anyway."
"Tsk tsk~ There aren't many who could take you on, you monster by birth!"
Mountain Beard Jarul stroked his beard, laughing as he looked at El, who was still cradled like a child in Tethys's embrace. "That said, young Loki seems determined to surpass you someday."
El grinned confidently, his voice brimming with certainty. "Let that little rascal train for a few more decades. I'll be waiting for him on the throne of the world's strongest."
"Besides, by the time he gets close, my kids with Gerd will probably be enough to handle him."
"Hahaha! Confident as ever, aren't you?"
Waterfall Beard Jorul chuckled, stroking his beard thoughtfully. "But you're probably right. With parents like you two, your children are bound to be exceptional."
"I think so too, Elders..."
Tethys chimed in, her boldness unabated.
Even in the presence of the two elder giants, she showed no signs of restraint. Holding El close, she smiled slyly. "El-chan, why don't you let me have a giant baby too?"
"I'm not worse than that Gerd-chan!"
"Quit joking, Tethys..."
Flapping his wings, El broke free from her embrace and landed on the ground.
"That said, if you're serious about joining the Fallen Angel Pirates, you'd be more than welcome."
El's eyes gleamed as he looked at the mature and stunning giantess. "I was just thinking about recruiting a female giant."
Compared to Gerd, who was in her early twenties and still somewhat young, Tethys, at 56 years old, was in her prime. For a giantess with a lifespan three times that of a human, she was in her most radiant years.
Additionally, Tethys was renowned in Elbaf for her unparalleled beekeeping skills. She raised swarms of large bees and could command them effortlessly. Even the fierce warriors of Elbaf steered clear of her, having been stung into submission by her bee colonies more than once.
Her abilities made her a perfect candidate for the Ripe-Ripe Fruit El had recently acquired.
"Really? That's fantastic!"
Tethys's face lit up with joy.
The last time El visited Elbaf to recruit, she had been away on a honey-gathering trip with her bees to nearby islands. She'd missed the chance to join and had been disappointed ever since.
Now, her opportunity had finally come.
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