"Even in a dream… it's possible?"
Kurose Akira stared in astonishment at the Elven Mother Tree beyond the window, utterly unprepared for the idea that he could undergo the Mother Tree's baptism within a dream.
But upon reflection, it actually made sense.
After all, this was a dream created by the Elven Mother Tree itself—naturally, it existed entirely within the reach of its power.
"That's right~"The White Elf Queen gently took Akira's hand, her voice soft and reassuring."Would you like to try? I'll guide you personally. I believe the process will go very smoothly~"
"But…" Akira hesitated, a trace of concern in his eyes."Doesn't the baptism normally last an entire week? I can't stay inside a dream for that long."
After all, he still had guild affairs to manage in the game—and in reality, he still had school to attend.
Not to mention… he was currently lying on the Elven Queen's bed.
If the Elven Queen suddenly returned—
Ahem.
"Put your mind at ease," the White Elf Queen explained patiently."The baptism I preside over can be paused temporarily. Besides, you've already received the Mother Tree's blessing before—your required time won't exceed a week."
Akira nodded slightly, relief washing over his expression."That's good to hear."
Hearing this, the White Elf Queen rose gracefully. With a gentle wave of her jade-like hand, the surroundings shifted instantly.
The small wooden cabin vanished without a trace, replaced by a winding path woven entirely from emerald-green vines.
The path spiraled upward around the Elven Mother Tree, seemingly leading straight to the crown of the colossal tree itself.
"Let's go,"The White Elf Queen said cheerfully as she stepped onto the vine-woven road.
Akira followed closely behind.
As they ascended, he continuously scanned their surroundings. Within this dream world created by the Mother Tree, only the towering tree itself stood in clear focus—everything else was shrouded in hazy mist, ethereal and unreal.
Soon, they reached the very top.
At the end of the vine path stood an ancient, unadorned door. The White Elf Queen gently pushed it open, and a brilliant emerald light burst forth from beyond, as though opening into an entirely different world.
"Let's go inside," she said softly.
"Mm."Akira nodded and stepped through the doorway behind her.
The instant he crossed the threshold, he felt as though he had entered a new realm altogether.
The sky was a pristine blue, the grass an endless sea of green.
In the center of the vast clearing stood a single towering tree. Beside it lay a clear spring, its water crystal-pure and shimmering with reflected light.
Turning to him, the White Elf Queen spoke gently:"You can remove your clothes now."
"Oh."
Akira responded absentmindedly, a faint sense of familiarity stirring in his mind.Back when he underwent the holy elixir baptism with Lucia's assistance, hadn't there been something similar?
He didn't dwell on it. He quickly removed his clothing—then froze.
In the brief moment it took him to undress, the White Elf Queen had already removed her silver gown.
What remained was a silver-white, form-fitting corset, beneath which delicate lace lingerie framed her full, snow-white figure.
"The baptism process is similar to bathing," the White Elf Queen explained as she removed her silver crown.Her bound silver hair spilled down like a waterfall, gleaming beautifully.
"The sap of the Elven Mother Tree must soak into every inch of the body to purify and enhance elemental magic."
She continued calmly,"However, the sap contains extremely dense elemental magic. This can cause instability within an elf's magic circuits. Therefore, another elf must preside over the ritual and absorb the excess elemental energy to maintain balance."
"I see."Akira nodded.It really was similar to the holy elixir baptism.
"But~"
After a brief pause, the White Elf Queen added,"If one can absorb all the elemental magic released by the Mother Tree on their own, the benefits are far greater. However, you are not an elf, so I cannot be certain of your absorption capacity. For safety, I will absorb most of the magic first, then gradually guide it into your body."
"Thank you, Tynas," Akira said sincerely.
Hearing him call her by name, the White Elf Queen's lips curved into a gentle smile.
"Go ahead and enter the baptism site first," she said softly."I still need to prepare."
As Akira's gaze inadvertently lingered on her corset, he noticed the laces fastened along her back. Without thinking, he offered,"I'll help you undo it."
Before she could respond, he stepped closer and began untying the laces one by one.
"You…"The White Elf Queen paused, clearly surprised by his initiative—but she merely smiled and didn't stop him.
She had intended to use magic anyway. The reason she needed time was to change into a bathrobe.
But seeing Akira's earnestness, she chose to remain silent.
His fingers moved deftly, and soon the corset loosened.
As it slipped free, the snow-white fullness it restrained sprang forth—soft, supple, irresistibly alluring. Even from behind, the sight was breathtaking.
Her back was smooth and immaculate, radiating a cool, noble elegance.
Absolutely stunning.
But what caught Akira's attention most was her rounded, generous waist and hips—like pristine snowfields untouched by man.
"To stare at a queen with such unrestrained eyes,"the White Elf Queen said with a smile,"is enough to provoke the wrath of her people~"
Her slender fingers brushed her own pale skin, and a semi-transparent silver bathrobe materialized, draping over her graceful form.
Though it concealed her body, the faint translucence only made it more enticing.
Akira withdrew his gaze calmly."I simply enjoy appreciating beautiful things."
"Only appreciating?"Her lips curved meaningfully."I think you rather enjoy destroying them as well~"
Akira coughed awkwardly, memories surfacing—memories of jointly disciplining the Dark Elf Queen.
At the time, the Dark Elf Queen had almost—
"Go on," the White Elf Queen urged."I'll begin the ritual."
"Alright."
Akira stepped into the spring, though his eyes never left her.
She raised her hand and gently touched the seemingly ordinary tree.
In an instant, it erupted into radiant, seven-colored light.
Leaves drifted down in a gentle rain, dissolving into the spring. The once-clear water transformed into a swirling spectrum of colors.
"Sticky…"
Akira scooped up some water. The iridescent liquid flowed slowly through his fingers, gleaming like natural lubricant.
The texture was… surprisingly pleasant.That soft, enveloping sensation was reminiscent of Loserine's soul-body—
"Feel the elemental magic permeating the water,"the White Elf Queen reminded him softly.
As she spoke, she stepped into the spring.
When her voluptuous figure submerged fully, the bathrobe seemed to fade away, leaving her snowy skin glossy and smooth beneath the water. Every curve of her body was outlined perfectly.
Akira's heart stirred.A flash of holy light followed—out of respect.
He focused, following her guidance.
At the same time, he retrieved the Dark Elf Fruit from his inventory and placed it into the spring. The moment it touched the water, it began absorbing energy.
[Dark Elf Fruit is activating…]
As time passed, the elemental magic within the spring began condensing at an astonishing rate, rippling around Akira in waves of light.
The White Elf Queen raised an elegant brow, a spark of interest in her eyes.
"This child's elemental affinity… is higher than most elves?"she murmured, admiration and curiosity mingling in her gaze.
She then looked at the Dark Elf Fruit.
The once-pitch-black surface slowly began to bloom with multicolored hues.
"How interesting~"
A smile touched her lips. With a gentle flick of her hand, pure magic flowed from her fingertips.
The tree's branches swayed, releasing even more emerald leaves into the spring, further enriching the elemental magic.
Akira had already closed his eyes, calmly absorbing the magic flooding into his body.
System messages appeared one after another:
[You have received the Elven Mother Tree's Baptism. Elemental Magic Power +1%…][You have received the Elven Mother Tree's Baptism. All-Element Affinity +0.1%…]
Joy surged through Akira.
At this rate, even if his affinity didn't reach a perfect 100%, it would easily climb to 70–80%.
And the increase in elemental power was staggering—energy poured into him endlessly.
A half-dragon, all-element mage…That future is within reach!
"Hm~?"
The White Elf Queen suddenly noticed subtle movement beneath the water. Through the clear spring, she caught sight of the radiant holy light.
She covered her mouth, smiling softly."What a greedy little one~"
Then she submerged herself.
"Let me help you~"
"Ah—""Mmph!"
And as the White Elf Queen coaxed Akira's holy light to bloom,deep within his mind, an image surfaced—
A green-haired girl, lazily swinging on a swing.