The next morning, after a brief opening remarks, the meeting got down to business. Saruman, dressed in a pure white robe, shone under the sunlight.
"Everyone, we all know that most of the enemy's power comes from the weapon forged in Mount Doom. Over the years, we have been pursuing things related to it. Now, Celebrimbor alone
The three elven rings created are already gathered in this small hall at this moment."
The sonorous and powerful voice echoed in the conference room. While Saruman told his understanding of this past over the years, he turned around and looked around at the members of the White Council who were attending the meeting, especially Gandalf who was wearing the Naya.
Although nearly two thousand years have passed, Saruman has not figured out why Cirdan, the ruler of the Linton elves, the lord of Gray Harbor, and the "Shipbuilder" is unwilling to give him the Ring of Fire.
He gave it to Gandalf, who couldn't stand anything. You should know that he was the first wizard to come to Middle-earth, and he did so voluntarily.
And what about Gandalf who got the ring? Before Saruman set out, he heard that he was afraid of Sauron's power, so he was unwilling to participate in this mission. In the end, he was sent to Middle-earth by the order of the great god Manwe himself. In this way
However, a man received the reward he dreamed of, and his abilities were recognized by Varda, the "Queen of the Stars". This seemed to Saruman to be extremely unfair.
Just these two points made the arrogant white-robed wizard have a prejudice against his colleague Gandalf for nearly two thousand years. This prejudice was full of jealousy and hatred.
"According to my research, the three rings of "Naya", "Nengya" and "Weiya" have not been touched by Sauron and have been minimally affected. Therefore, after Sauron was severely injured, they were able to be found in this near future.
It has exerted its power for three thousand years, but the other sixteen rings of power are not the same. They were personally participated in the creation by Sauron and were deeply affected by the darkness."
Saruman said this and paused for a moment to look at the expressions of everyone around him. This was the first time that he spoke in detail about the results of his research on the Ring of Power over the years at a meeting of the White Council.
At this time, Elrond, who was sitting aside, nodded and took over Saruman's words. His expression was a little serious, and his eyes were wandering, as if he was recalling what happened a long time ago.
"After Eregion was conquered by Sauron, I took some of the elves who escaped the blockade to establish Imladris. They brought out some information, which showed that there was a person named Anatar who claimed to be the Lord of Gifts.
, worked with the craftsmen of the Jewelry Guild to create sixteen rings, and left behind the skills of making the Ring of Power. Of course, we all know what happened next. Anata was the person who single-handedly led the destruction of Eregion.
, and even besieged Yimradris."
As he said that, Elrond looked at the "Viya" on his hand and continued: "The data shows that there are indeed three rings made by Master Celebrimbor alone. They are fighting against the darkness.
It helped us a lot during the process.”
At the same time, Lady Galadriel also looked at the "Nenya" on her hand. This ring was delivered to Lothlórien by Celebrimbor personally in more than 1,600 years of the Second Era and handed over to her.
In his hand, Sauron held the Supreme Ring, so he never used it. However, in the Third Age after Sauron suffered a heavy blow, it did help the elves of Lothlórien to obtain a more beautiful and safer living environment.
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But after wearing it for so long, Lady Galadriel has limited knowledge of the history of the "Neng Ya" on her hand. She only knows that the ring was made by Celebrimbor. As for the rest, she doesn't know much about it.
More, because since Anata came to Eregion, the craftsmen of the Jewelry Guild have expressed dissatisfaction with their rule and are unwilling to reveal anything about their skills to them.
Not wanting to start a useless dispute between their relatives, she and Celeborn quickly left Eregion with some of their people and settled in Lothlórien. When they got in touch with Eregion,
It was already time to fight with the army led by Sauron.
Most of the information in this era was passed down through records or word of mouth. Since we did not spend much energy exploring these things, Mrs. Galadriel knew and understood what happened during this period.
Not particularly detailed.
After receiving Elrond's evidence, Saruman took over the conversation again.
"Since coming to Middle-earth, I have been studying the source of the enemy's power. I even spent a thousand years entering the enemy's base camp to explore. In fact, those called "Nazgur"
The Ringwraiths began their activities a long time ago. Their power comes from one of the sixteen rings they once obtained, and their purpose is to always pursue the ring that belongs to their master, the so-called ring.
To be the supreme master ring.”
Speaking of this, Saruman, who was dressed in white robes, fixed his eyes on Allen, his eyes softened, and his voice became low and sweet at this time, as if he was speaking specifically to Allen.
"Over the years, I have spent a lot of time researching and found that these rings that Sauron participated in are actually related. I have hoped to obtain one of these rings a long time ago to help me deepen my understanding of them.
The enemy's research, however, has always been unable to achieve what he wished for."
While Saruman was talking, he approached Allen's position. Allen, who was sitting on the chair, suddenly felt very tired, as if the four-hour dream last night was just his own illusion.
The energy in his body disappeared very quickly during the confrontation, his mind became a little unclear due to exhaustion, and his body involuntarily wanted to slide from the wooden chair to the ground.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! "The seven rings that once belonged to the dwarves have been destroyed by the evil dragons entrenched in the north over the years. Three of them have been destroyed one after another.
The ring has also been taken back by the enemy. I once found the king of the dwarves in the Dark Land, hoping that they could lend me the "Ring of Thror" and help me with my research, but unfortunately, Thrall Yin
Rejecting my proposal, I have to say that the dwarves are too stubborn in character, and this stubbornness caused the "Ring of Thror" to be taken back by the enemy. It is too difficult to get it now."
As he spoke, Saruman was about to come to Allen's side. His neatly groomed face seemed to be full of kindness, but Allen felt that he had reached his limit, and the energy in his body had begun to intermittent. In this situation,
Under the circumstances, Allen, who was exhausted physically and mentally, could only force his body to maintain a decent posture in his seat. He could not do anything else. He even lost the strength to speak.
Gandalf, who was sitting next to Alan, came back to his senses from the information shared by Saruman. Many of these things were unknown to him. As a gray robe wizard, Gandalf had indeed traveled to many places over the years, but
He mainly spends his energy on interacting with other people, and does not leave much energy to study these rings, and he never goes to the East.
At this moment, Gandalf, who had come back to his senses, finally noticed something strange about Allen. His little friend's face exposed from the helmet was covered with sweat, and he seemed to be undergoing tremendous pressure. Gandalf was stunned and frowned.
He glanced at Saruman who was nearby, and then gently patted Allen's shoulder with his left hand wearing "Naya".
"Naya", known as the Ring of Fire, is inlaid with a huge red gem. With this gentle tap, the gem emits a trace of fiery red light. Ai, who is already overwhelmed by fatigue, can't breathe.
Lun suddenly felt indescribable relief, and Saruman, who realized that his power had been cracked by Gandalf, looked at Gandalf with an evil look, and Gandalf smiled at Saruman.
He nodded and shook his head at the same time, seeming to tell the white-robed wizard in front of him that the matter was over.
Saruman, who realized that he could not gain much advantage and did not want his actions to be publicized by Gandalf, stopped in his tracks and continued to speak in a voice full of magic.
"Not long ago, Radagast brought me good news. Our dear human friend actually destroyed a Nazgul in a battle and also obtained a weapon from the enemy.
What a great trophy, oh, can I see this trophy?”
Allen, who had recovered, naturally knew that everything he encountered was caused by the seemingly kind old man in front of him. That feeling of powerlessness made Allen once again feel the gap between himself and these elders.
, the look he looked at Saruman naturally had a hint of sharpness.
"Yes, I did get a ring from the enemy. It is a sapphire ring with a gold body, which can give people the ability to become invisible. But I don't know what this ring can bring to you. It is very
Is it important?"
Allen knew that his hand was just a master ring that once belonged to humans, and not the Supreme Lord of the Rings that contained most of Sauron's power. He didn't know why Saruman wanted to get this ring so much that he even hesitated to
When convening this meeting, you must know that Allen's original plan was to promote this ring as the Supreme Ring to lure Saruman.
If it were a few years earlier, Saruman would not have valued this ring, because at that time he had not truly seen Sauron's power. The battle in Dol Guldur was left to the white-robed wizard.
The impression was really too profound.
If it had been a few decades later, Saruman would not have valued this ring, because relying on his ability and the subsequent information he obtained, he could have made the Ring of Power by himself, and called himself the "Ring Forger"
, even when Gandalf was imprisoned, he did not forcefully seize "Naya" from his hands.
But coincidentally, Saruman's research on the Ring of Power is at a critical point at this moment. If there is an authentic product for him to analyze, then he doesn't know how much time he can save. Moreover, at this moment, Saruman's pursuit of power
Under Sauron's stimulation, they have reached unprecedented heights. After all, they are both Maia who serve Aulë. There is no reason why Sauron can do it but he can't. You must know that Saruman invited Ying to come to Middle-earth.
There was also a hint of dissatisfaction with Zoro in it.
But in the face of Allen's questions, these truths cannot be told.
"Oh, you are such a studious kid. Well, let me explain it to you."
As he spoke, Saruman left Allen's side, returned to the center of the field again, and began his performance.
"I mentioned just now that after a long period of research, I found that there is a connection between these rings. If I have one of them, then it is very likely that I can deduce the whereabouts of the Supreme Ring. From these, I
It has always been believed that the ring has been carried to the sea by the currents of the Anduin River. However, the enemy's movements in the past few years tell us that this inference is probably wrong, and the ring is probably still in the Anduin River.
, we must find the ring before the enemy, so, little friend, I hope you can contribute the ring you obtained from the Nazgul for the sake of the overall situation."
Allen would not believe even a word of Saruman's words. If you can really find the Supreme Ring by relying on other rings, can Sauron still wait for you to find it? He got it as he wished thousands of years ago.
My own baby.
Naturally, Allen was not the only one who had the same doubts. Gandalf stood up at this time and expressed his doubts: "If it is really possible to find the weapon through other rings, then the one who already has twelve rings
Why has the enemy achieved nothing all these years?"
Saruman knew that what he said could not withstand too much scrutiny, but when he saw that it was Gandalf who asked the question, his mood immediately became extremely bad, and his words lacked a little consideration.
"Why do you think the enemy has been hiding in Dol Guldur for hundreds of years? How do you think the enemy is pursuing his treasures? Do you think you are the only one who knew that the enemy had the twelve rings a long time ago? Don't use it
It's easy to make people laugh if you try to guess my thoughts with your tobacco-filled brain."
The series of attacks made Gandalf feel a little embarrassed, but he was used to it. This was not the first time that he was scolded by Saruman in front of everyone, but Gandalf soon reacted.
"My colleague seems to have known that the enemy is entrenched in Dol Guldur a long time ago, but he seems to have never disclosed this information to us. Why is this?"
Gandalf, who vaguely thought of something, fell into deep thought, while Saruman thought that Gandalf had been attacked by his words and had nothing to say. A slight smile appeared on his face, and he looked at Ai again.
Lun.
Allen, knowing that he could no longer get any more information from Saruman, had long been prepared to hand it over.
"I can contribute the ring, but I also need the wise Lord Saruman to do me a small favor."