Global Abyss: My Skills Can Enhance Infinitely

Chapter 618: Chapter 553 Fellowship of the Ring Chapter 618: Chapter 553 Fellowship of the Ring “He can actually resist…”

Elrond’s expression gradually became solemn, and then he sighed apologetically to Tao Yu,

“I’m sorry, it seems I misunderstood you before.”

“Temporarily resisting the Magic Ring’s temptation might be within our power, but to wear it long-term without corruption, I fear no one is capable of that.”

At this moment, Saruman spoke calmly, his gaze toward Tao Yu filled with a complex light.

He had planned to backstab Sauron before considering how to utilize the power of the Magic Ring.

Unexpectedly, this fellow could resist so effortlessly.

Was his own strength not strong enough?

“Indeed, our previous quarrel was influenced by the Magic Ring.”

Gandalf, clad in a gray robe with a long beard, also spoke with a hint of shame; in truth, he had been observing from the sidelines and was not much affected.

But even Gandalf would not dare to touch the Magic Ring lightly.

“I am willing to take the Magic Ring there, but I do not know the way.”

At that moment, the Hobbit Frodo, who had been quietly observing all along, spoke up timidly.

Though his voice was soft, it was exceptionally firm.

Even Tao Yu looked at him in surprise, noting the boy did indeed possess a unique quality.

Though possibly related to being the Chosen One, his willpower was certainly not to be underestimated.

Physically a Hobbit, yet mentally a Titan.

“Perhaps, I can help you?”

Gandalf spoke with a smile now, his eyes full of relief.

Then, a somewhat scruffy-looking human ranger stood out and said,

“I think I, and my sword, can also help you.”

He was Aragorn, the rightful heir to Gondor in theory, whose ancestors were twins: one chose the mortality of men, while the other the immortal life of Elves.

Aragorn was well aware of his identity and responsibilities but had been avoiding them all along.

He was the one who escorted Frodo and Sam to the Misty Valley, or else they would have been caught by the Banisher Spirit on the way.

Then Gimli of the Dwarves, Legolas of the Elven Race, and even Boromir who had come with Tao Yu, all spoke up one after another to express their willingness to join.

Each of them represented the younger generation of a certain power, even heirs.

This made Tao Yu somewhat irritated.

Why didn’t they support him after he had held the ring and put it down again?

Although the Magic Ring was of no use now, he intended to use the power of the White Council to besiege the inherently evil Sauron, meanwhile assimilating his own abilities.

But it wasn’t so bad keeping the ring temporarily in his possession.

“Well, my mount can fly, perhaps it could carry us directly there; otherwise, the Misty Mountains are pretty troublesome to traverse.”

Tao Yu offered.

“No, while you do indeed have the power to resist evil, your mount is too dark, and the Magic Ring might exploit it on the way.

It would be troublesome if something happened in the air.”

Elrond also expressed his concerns, leaving Tao Yu somewhat speechless.

“So we’re going by foot…

Well, that’s not impossible either.”

Tao Yu suddenly remembered that when they took a shortcut through the Misty Mountains, they had encountered a Flame Demon.

The Flame Demon was also one of the Maiar, a servant of Morgoth.

Gandalf and the Flame Demon fought to a mutual demise.

“Two Maiar, there should be some loot from the explosion, shouldn’t there?

Gandalf I’m not sure, but the Flame Demon must count as a Wish-Powered Creature, I wonder if it has any Skills…”

Tao Yu’s thoughts were tinged with curiosity.

Though the loot from Wish-Powered Creatures might not necessarily be something good, and definitely would not surpass one’s own power,

the sheer quality was appealing.

At the very least, it would be exceptional material for Grazing!

“Then I will leave it here and accompany you as well?

There are also two skilled Ninja from Shinobi Village here, capable of conquering any Banisher Spirit we might face.”

Tao Yu then brought out Ai and Kirabi.

At this point, Boromir also timely interjected,

“The fallen Village Hidden by Clouds has already formed an alliance with us…”

He briefly explained the current situation of the Village Hidden by Clouds, as well as the existence of the ninjas.

“Everyone is willing to take the risk to escort the Magic Ring, which is excellent; however, it wouldn’t mean much if it were just Banisher Spirits.

The main threat could come from the armies of half-orcs encircling us.”

Even the weakest of the half-orc skirmishers could withstand a few bullets, and if the most elite half-orc legions came in numbers, that would be a real headache.

After all, Frodo’s strength was very poor.

“So you’re saying we need to slip by quietly?

No problem,” Tao Yu said unabashedly as he had his eye on the Flame Demon.

Given Gandalf could very well be the Chosen One, he might even level up if he were to slay the Flame Demon himself.

But that would be a waste, and Tao Yu certainly couldn’t let him steal the kill.

“I think, I too can offer some help.”

Just as Tao Yu was rubbing his hands together, feeling that the new Fellowship of the Ring was about to be formed and that they could then gang up on Sauron together, Saruman spoke up in a timely fashion.

“I knew you’d help out.”

Gandalf smiled at this moment.

When he discovered the problem with the Magic Ring, the first thing he thought of was to contact Saruman.

He didn’t realize anything was amiss with his old friend at the time.

As a powerful white-robed wizard, he felt that with his old friend’s help, everything would be stable.

They from the White Council had confronted Sauron several times and had even chased him out of Dol Guldur.

“The peace of Middle-earth is at stake; it is my duty to help,” Saruman said with righteous indignation.

His power now exceeded even Gandalf’s.

Moreover, with the dissipation of Aman State and the loss of restraint, he felt his power and memory were gradually recovering!

He was getting stronger every day!

He thought that with his entry into the Fellowship, he could surely manage the situation well.

He also had reservations about the corruption of The One Ring.

Using the palantír, he had collided with Sauron’s will and lost.

So he knew he could not withstand The One Ring.

With the great changes happening in the world now, he was contemplating how to backstab Sauron, using the power of the White Council to kill him first, then find a way to take his place.

And to orchestrate this, following the Magic Ring, joining the Fellowship was the best way!

Afterward, he glanced at Ai and Kirabi, and a mysterious smile appeared on his lips…

“I think, I might join as well.”

Just as Saruman smiled, Galadriel’s clear voice made him tense up unexpectedly.

What’s happening?

Why would you join too?

Saruman harbored deep wariness toward this elf who had lived for over eight thousand years.

The fact that she had previously resisted the temptation of the Magic Ring fully demonstrated her strength and willpower.

“The Magic Ring can bewitch the hearts of men, and the stronger one is, the more susceptible to bewitchment.

The three of us following closely for a long period might cause issues, so how about we take turns escorting them?”

Saruman gave a seemingly noble excuse.

He did not want to be with Galadriel.

“Fine, I’ll protect them through the Misty Mountains to Loslorien, and then you can take over the next part of the journey.”

Galadriel did not refuse but made immediate arrangements.

“Good, I’ll go ahead to Loslorien then; it has been a long time since I saw Celeborn.”

A flicker of something different passed through Saruman’s eyes, but he agreed without any objection.

And the young, hot-blooded men of the Fellowship, upon seeing the dignified beauty Galadriel joining them, all seemed quite uncomfortable.

Especially Gimli, who had once scoffed at the tales of Golden Forest; upon seeing Galadriel herself, he instantly understood that those stories were not empty words.

He never imagined he’d be teaming up for an adventure with her today.

Truly, this was too fortunate…