After leaving the team, the adventurer ladies regretted it deeply-Chapter 723 - 504, Cyan City, Visit Bailuo

Such sights had long become routine.

The young man mulled over it silently. This year alone, 25 dragons had perished under his blade. Red dragons, green dragons—these lower-tier Five-Colored Dragons were no more than this.

The members had changed quite a bit compared to a year ago, but any loyal fan of the Phoenix Tail Flower Adventure Team could easily recognize them.

Taige’s once-short hair had grown into shoulder-length locks. With fists wrapped in fiery red bandages, she stood with her hands on her hips, looking down at the dragon’s corpse with disdain. The clarity in the Tigerman girl’s eyes remained unchanged, forever preoccupied with food, drink, and fighting.

Monica had grown a little taller and cradled her magic wand tightly in her arms, still appearing timid and shy.

But now, her eyes dared to look straight ahead, and making eye contact with strangers was no longer much of an issue.

By contrast, Tasya had barely changed at all, still in her maid outfit. Her silver hair flowed elegantly, her face unyielding and cold as ever.

Kafni and Mingli had cut their hair short. One was yawning and scratching her ear, while the other stood shyly with her hands clasped over her chest, like a girl who had just left her chamber.

Mingli gazed at the side profile of the dark-haired man ahead, drooling uncontrollably from her lips, while a creepy “hehe” laugh escaped from her throat.

Muttering things like “Captain is so handsome, I’m about to lose it,” which baffled everyone around her.

The Phoenix Tail Flower’s Captain Lin Da had also undergone many changes compared to a year ago.

His already impressive height of 1.8 meters had grown to a staggering 1.85 meters, and his powerful frame resembled a steel tower. It was hard for anyone to associate him with a support profession.

Lin Da’s chin sported a short, rugged beard. His face, weathered by years of exposure to the elements, was tough and coarse, his skin a light wheat color.

Standing tall with sword in hand, his gaze was resolute and profound, the occasional glint of cold light in his eyes enough to make one’s heart race in fear.

At a glance, he was the quintessential hardened adventurer, one who had braved life-and-death trials and countless battles.

“Captain, isn’t it about time?” said a pale-skinned, black-haired girl, holding a parasol and smiling sweetly.

“Yes, it’s time,” Lin Da replied with a grin and a nod.

In his mind, the scene of bidding farewell to the people of White Dove City last summer came flooding back.

Three months ago, Lin Da received a letter sent from Cyan City.

The handwriting was messy, full of spelling mistakes.

The gist of it read: “This lady has already reached Light Rank. Why are you still dawdling in White Dove City?!”

Lia, who had arrived at Level 40, had advanced to Light Rank within a year.

Lin Da could not help but marvel. The resources of the Ice Abyss were truly astonishing; anyone able to remain there was bound to become powerful in the future.

When he shared the news of Lia and the others with President Weylon, the aging, golden-haired man—now gradually turning white—was so thrilled he fell off his armchair, exclaiming “Excellent” three times.

That very day, all restaurants and taverns across White Dove City waived their fees. The streets were bustling, and fireworks lit up the night sky until morning.

A month after that, Lin Da received another letter.

The White Dove Adventure Group and the Ice Flower Adventure Team had both ascended to Dawn-level Adventure Teams!

From that moment on, the Southern Baihong Region was officially renamed the “White Southern Red Region.”

In the Adventurer’s Weekly year-end roundup, White Dove City’s ranking among cities soared from the 200s to 57th place.

The Royal Capital had bestowed large amounts of adventurer allowances, with substantial sums of funding injected into White Dove City’s finances.

There was even a group of Golden Armored Knights who escorted over a [Branch of the Holy Tree].

The fresh green branch was planted beneath the World Tree in White Dove City.

By the next morning, an extraordinary scene unfolded.

The World Tree had grown even taller, its crown now shading the entire Secret Realm Square and extending out to the central street beyond.

Everyone was in awe.

Because of this, Lin Da was able to directly teleport from White Dove City into the 25th floor of the Great Mystery Continent.

Rustle.

A blue light flashed.

Lin Da and his teammates appeared beneath the World Tree.

Now, the tree’s climbable floors had reached 27.

He still remembered the effort it took the Phoenix Tail Flower team to defeat the hidden boss known as the [Purple Gold Giant Beetle].

Anna had been thrown into the air, Taige ended up with a head injury, Monica’s magic wand had rolled down the mountain, taking an entire afternoon to retrieve… Thinking back on those moments, Lin Da couldn’t help but chuckle.

Stepping out of the World Tree, the spring light outside was in full bloom. Adventurers bustled about, and the cries of merchants peddling their equipment filled the air. The crowd density had doubled compared to a year ago.

In turn, the square had been massively expanded with significant investments. Several new trading firms had recently been established, and daily transactions had skyrocketed, turning White Dove City into a thriving hub of activity.

“Yo, Captain Lin Da, off to the 25th floor again? Judging from how cheerful you look, I’d say you’ve had quite the haul. If luck’s on our side, we, the [Rainbow Adventure Group], might join you next year.”

“Greetings, Captain Lin Da! I’m Lies, Leader of the newly established Dawn-level Adventure Team [Phantom Adventure Team] in White Dove City. I look forward to working with you!”