My Love Debts Are Everywhere!

Chapter 481 - 481: Snowfall and Sudden Change of Landscape

"Tsk, tsk, tsk... They actually managed to defeat the barbarians in such a short time. As expected of Valen and Luna."

Inside his room, Leon couldn't help but smile as he read the white letter in his right hand.

It contained news of humanity's victory over the barbarian army.

Although he had no doubt about the strength of the forces under Valen and Luna's leadership, he was still surprised—and impressed—by how swiftly they had achieved it.

"Since they've already crushed the barbarian army, that means they're just one step away from conquering them completely," Leon muttered, nodding in satisfaction.

The letter also mentioned Arshley's plan to launch an all-out offensive against the remaining barbarians. Given her ambitious nature, Leon wasn't the least bit surprised.

Bringing the barbarians under humanity's banner would be a significant advantage. They were renowned for their exceptional physical strength and combat prowess, making them valuable assets in the future battle against the Evil God.

Of course, as long as they cooperated, Leon was certain Arshley wouldn't resort to cruelty. Instead, she would take a more strategic approach—using softer methods to bring them into the fold.

And once that happened, the barbarians would be fully under the rule of the Holy Orthodox.

Snapping out of his thoughts, Leon folded the letter and placed it on his desk.

His gaze shifted to the ever-growing pile of books on his desk.

"None of these hold the answers I need," he muttered under his breath.

For the past two months, he had been tirelessly

There was no frustration or scolding in his voice—only warmth and undeniable affection.

Just as he was indulging in the softness of their cheeks, something cold suddenly hit the right side of his face.

Surprised, he pulled his right hand away from Stella's cheek and touched his face.

"Water?" He frowned and looked up, only to see the sky darkened with falling snow. "Snow? I didn't expect it to fall today."

He opened his palm, letting a few snowflakes land on it. The cold, wet sensation brought a small smile to his lips.

Among the four seasons, fall and winter were his favorites. There was no particular reason—those two seasons simply gave him a fresh and cozy feeling.

After a moment of enjoying the snowfall, he turned back to Charlotte and Stella beside him.

"Charlotte, Stella, wake up. It's snowing, and we need to go inside before you catch a fever," Leon coaxed, gently shaking their small bodies.

But to his surprise, no matter how much he tried to wake them, they didn't respond at all.

Frowning slightly, he placed a hand near their nostrils and felt the faint warmth of their breaths.

"They're still breathing…" he muttered in relief.

Once again, he gently shook their small bodies, but no matter how much he tried, they didn't wake up.

A creeping sense of anxiety, fear, and dread tightened around his chest, draining the color from his face.

"I need to call Fiona and Iris!"

Carefully, he moved their heads off his thighs and rose to his feet.

But then—something changed.

In the blink of an eye, the lush green garden vanished, replaced by a vast, desolate land of red and black.

The ground was littered with corpses—humans, dragons, elves, demons, dwarves, giants, and countless other races lay lifeless, their bodies scattered in a nightmarish scene of devastation.

Leon stood frozen, his breath caught in his throat. Horror and disbelief twisted his features.

"W-What the hell is this!?"