In the morning, everyone lined up in the courtyard under the leadership of the captain.

Bishop Wofuren sat in the carriage with Leon and Laolei, and everyone escorted the convoy to the entrance of the conference hall.

Today, Karun did not enter the conference hall with them. Richard and Malo went in instead.

Richard originally wanted to go in with Karun because he heard from Memphis last night that the conditions in the conference room were very good, even the seats for observers had food, drinks, and snacks to choose from.

But Karun refused, so Richard went to find Memphis, who also refused.

In the end, the captain named Malo to accompany him.

Because the rest of the people didn't want to stay in the conference hall all day, the hotel was already fun, and outside the hotel was even more fun.

"Alright, disband!"

After the captain announced the disbandment, he walked away alone. Karun looked at the captain's back and knew that the captain was up to something.

Karun didn't leave the hotel because there had been a lot of things happening these days, so he went straight back to the residence in the courtyard.

At this time, Fanny and Peiluo pushed open the door and walked in. The two women changed into casual clothes, ready to go out shopping.

"Don't worry, we know you don't want to go. We just came to say hello." Peiluo said.

"Did you resolve last night's matter?" Fanny asked.

Karun nodded.

"That's good. We're going out. See you tonight."

"Yeah, see you tonight."

Karun picked up a glass and looked at the bottom of the cup, recalling the captain's actions last night.

At this moment, a figure appeared by the window. It was Ophelia.

"Is it too early for me to come and find you? Will it make me seem too eager?"

Girls always hope to appear reserved.

Of course, the premise is that the boy knows how to take the initiative.

"No, it won't." Karun shook his head.

Ophelia pushed open the door and walked in, then casually pulled up the curtains and took off her noble-style Dark Moon robe.

But there was a white lining inside, which was smooth and shiny.

She was a warrior and usually needed to practice martial arts. She had a larger appetite than normal people, but there was no excess fat on her body. Of course, she couldn't have a skinny figure either because she was young, showing a youthful plumpness and tightness.

These were all observed by Karun from her exposed arms.

"Which one is your bed?"

Karun pointed to it.

Ophelia lay down on Karun's bed, opened the blanket, and covered herself, then closed her eyes.

When a beautiful girl crawls into your bed in front of you, what would you do?

Karun just silently walked to the end of the bed and helped her cover the blanket, covering her feet.

She had a fragrance on her body, probably from taking a shower this morning before coming here.

Karun poured a cup of hot water for Ophelia, without adding ice, and placed it on the bedside table.

Then, Karun sat down by the captain's bed and took out a book he brought, "The Perplexing Guard".

Ophelia was sleeping, and Karun was reading.

It wasn't that Karun was pretending, but he knew that the girl probably hadn't slept all night, and she had been poisoned last night. Although it was resolved, the deep fatigue and weakness were unavoidable.

Last night's events had a great impact and subversion on her. She could accept it and wouldn't collapse, but it would take time to recover.

Family should have been a warm harbor, but last night, the last piece of warmth was torn apart.

The most memorable scene was the Third Prince hugging his two older brothers.

Compared to that, the Allen family did better. Of course, the main reason might be that the Allen family had fallen, and there was not much meaning in fighting for power and profit.

The eldest brother married a woman with purple hair, the second brother became disabled, and the third brother was obsessed with art. Even if Anderson wanted the family to have an atmosphere of progress, reality did not allow it.

Karun flipped through the book in his hand. It told the story of the protagonist's wife becoming a vegetable due to an accident, and the protagonist's daily life, going to work, chatting with his wife, massaging and wiping her body.

He experienced frustration, unwillingness, and thoughts of giving up. He hesitated again and again, but in the end, he chose to shoulder all the responsibilities.

Karun turned to the end and found that the last page of the final chapter was torn off.

The title of the last chapter was "Did She Wake Up?"

Since it was in quotation marks, it meant that the wife did not wake up in the end.

Well, Karun knew. This book was not put in his luggage by Alfred, who was always considerate and cautious. It must have been some cat that secretly put this book in his luggage, and tore off the last page to prevent him from seeing the ending.

Hehe.

A smile appeared at the corner of Karun's mouth.

He didn't feel it at home, but after leaving home, especially when he went to sleep and woke up in the morning, he wasn't used to not having the presence of that cat.Although she sometimes acts like a spoiled princess, the innocence and straightforwardness that has not changed even after a hundred years can indeed influence the people around her.

You should know that even ordinary people can change their temperament after a few years in prison.

Ophelia slept until the afternoon. When she woke up, she turned her head and opened her eyes, seeing Karun sitting on the bed next to her, reading a book.

It's nice to be able to see him as soon as I open my eyes.

Karun moved the book aside and looked at Ophelia, asking, "Are you hungry?"

"Yes."

"It's a bit cold, but it should still be edible." Karun took out two plates of food and handed one to Ophelia.

"I'll freshen up first."

"Okay, I'll go heat up the food."

When Karun came back with the hot food, Ophelia had already finished freshening up. The two of them sat on the edge of the bed and ate their meals.

"I'm sorry for not being able to go out today," Ophelia said.

"It's okay, I didn't plan to go out today anyway. Life has been too fulfilling recently, and I just wanted some peace and quiet."

"Then I'm disturbing your peace."

"No, probably no man who wants peace would refuse to enjoy the quiet while lying next to a quiet beauty."

"Shouldn't it be uncomfortable?"

After asking this question, Ophelia lowered her head and pretended to continue eating normally, but her cheeks were slightly flushed.

Sometimes, dirty jokes can indeed be a good way to bring two people closer. It can be used to test each other's boundaries, but Karun has always been careful not to make such jokes with Ophelia.

Instead, he occasionally exchanges a few words with Pei Luo and Fanny.

Karun smiled and said, "It's fine, you were too tired."

"I'm well-rested now."

"Treasure this hard-earned energy. Sometimes, when you're busy, sleeping becomes a strategic reserve."

"I feel like you treat them differently from me."

"Oh, really?"

"Last night, I saw them bathing with you naked."

"We are colleagues, no, comrades. If one day I get injured, no matter which part, they will immediately help me treat it. Likewise, I would do the same for them. In fact, our first mission together was to receive you. At that time, we were staying in the suite opposite your room. Do you remember?"

"I remember. I felt that you were very happy back then, having two beautiful women sleeping with you."

"Did you really think that at that time?"

"Yes, a few days before going back, when I thought about you sleeping with them on the same bed at night, I started to feel uncomfortable."

"That was work."

"You don't have to explain to me. I'm not your fiancée."

"Okay, sorry."

"By the way, who arranged the blind date for you? Who has the say in your family?"

"My grandfather."

"Where is your grandfather now?"

"He has some health problems and is not convenient to meet guests."

"I'm sorry."

"It's okay. His health will recover soon, I believe."

"Yes, he will definitely recover."

Ophelia quickly finished her food.

Seeing this, Karun brought three food containers from the door and used a large spoon to add vegetables and staple food to Ophelia's plate.

"Am I eating too much?"

"Being able to eat is a blessing."

"Really?"

"Yeah, whether the life at home is good or not depends on whether the girls in the family are getting fat from eating."

"How about the life in your family?"

"Not good, it's tight. The coffee money every month is a considerable expense."

"The island has supported you with some coupons."

"Those coupons are not used for luxury living."

"If you lack coupons, you can come to me. Originally, we were a family of four siblings. Two were missing last night, and the most direct impact is that the monthly allowance for me and my third brother has doubled."

"Is there such a benefit?"

"The expenses of the direct line family are fixed, and the unclaimed ones won't be returned. But usually, I don't have many places to spend money on the island."

"I'll pass. It's more meaningful to spend the coupons I earn myself."

"Does this count as a man's pride? I know that some men instinctively resist spending a woman's money. Are you like that too?"

"No, I'm not. I respect gender equality. But I still think that in a family, it is the man's obligation and responsibility to earn money and support the family."

Ophelia finally finished eating, leaving a little in the food container.

Karun put the plates and utensils into the food container and took them outside. Someone would come to collect them in the evening, so he didn't have to wash the dishes himself.

"The meeting will be over soon today," Ophelia said.

"Yeah, that's right."

"I'm full now and want to take a walk. Karun, will you accompany me?"

"Sure."

As Karun and Ophelia walked out of the courtyard together, they saw a carriage approaching in front of them. The carriage door was still open, and Bishop Wofulun, Leon, and Lore were sitting inside.

Today's meeting ended much earlier than yesterday, which caused many bishops to come out before the honor guard had returned.Karun stood by, bowing his head in greeting.

Ophelia greeted Bishop Wofuren, "Hello, Your Excellency."

"Hello, Your Highness."

After the greetings, Ophelia gently pulled Karun's arm, and Karun reluctantly followed her outside.

As the carriage entered the courtyard, Bishop Wofuren's gaze turned dark.

Leion and Laolei sat straight beside him, knowing that the old man must be angry.

"Leion."

"Grandfather."

"Do you feel like we are a joke, the two of us?"

"Grandfather, I am, but you are not."

"Hmm." Wofuren nodded, "You have improved."

"Grandfather, actually I don't..."

Leion was about to defend Karun, as he had no interest in using his grandfather's power to suppress him.

"It's best if you don't have any feelings for Her Highness. The director of the York City District Mission Department replied to me last night. A big shot has intervened in the arrangement of the negotiation team this time."

"A big shot?"

Laolei's expression also changed. Even when facing the Cardinal Archbishop face to face, Wofuren could have a few words with him, even if it was with some humility. So, the "big shot" mentioned by the old man...

"I don't know who the big shot is, and I don't intend to continue investigating. Just like the negotiation with the Palameresi Church that day and the subsequent development of the Reincarnation God Sect. There are some things that I am not qualified to know."

"Grandfather..."

"Anyway, let's leave it at that."

"Yes, grandfather."

Leion breathed a sigh of relief. He was originally worried that his grandfather would hold a grudge against Karun for losing face for the Diel family, but he didn't expect his grandfather to comfort him instead.

"How is your relationship with Karun?"

"It's fine, we're friends."

"That's good. Let's have a meal tomorrow. Karun and Neo will be invited, and we'll go out to eat."

"Grandfather, when?"

"In the afternoon. Who goes for a meal so eagerly? Hehe, the negotiation will basically be over tomorrow morning, and the attitude of the Reincarnation side is very good. By the way, you and Laolei should work hard recently. The Gate of Reincarnation opens once every ten years, and the next one is coming soon, next month. We have 12 spots, and when we submit the list of candidates, I will put your names on it."

"Thank you, grandfather."

"Thank you, Your Excellency."

"Don't thank me so quickly. It will be assessed. The Gate of Reincarnation is very dangerous, and many young talents die inside every time. At the most brutal times, half of the people may not come out. Of course, those who can come out will have great gains. For example, obtaining a companion soul or signing a reincarnation contract. I don't dare to use my connections to put you two in. It's meaningless to send you in to die. During the assessment, give it your all. By the way, you can study the books on soul and spiritual magic recently."

"Yes, grandfather."

"Yes, Your Excellency."

"Grandfather, what about Karun..."

"He's just a servant of the gods, right?" Wofuren asked, "That's what it says in the information sheet. A servant of the Palavaro Judgment Court."

Laolei spoke up, "Her Highness Ophelia seems to have taken a liking to one of our god servants. When did our god servants become so valuable?"

"Heh, well, even if he signs up, his name won't appear on my list. If he really has someone important behind him, let that person help him sign up."

Leion was a little worried, "Grandfather, is this really appropriate?"

Wofuren smiled and said, "It's fine. Even if it's really someone of that level, with my current status and position, I still have the qualifications to throw a tantrum and be a little stubborn."

...

The Palace of Longing.

Bodies were being dragged away, and the blood on the ground was being cleaned up.

In the distance, Taufman looked at the scene ahead.

The remnants of the Light launched a surprise attack on the Palace of Longing, but under the premise of being prepared, the so-called surprise attack turned into a death sentence.

Under the siege of the Dark Moon warriors, almost all the Light remnants who participated in the attack were killed.

But Taufman was somewhat puzzled because the person who sat beside him that day and secretly revealed the "Contract Conch" to everyone did not appear at this moment.

Did they get scared and didn't dare to come?

Or...

Were these incited remnants of the Light just a smokescreen?

"General." The host of the Light remnants' gathering, Sebas, saluted Taufman, "After this cleanup, the losses of the Light remnants on the island are heavy. It will be impossible to form a scale within ten years."

"Hmm." Taufman nodded, "You continue to organize and recruit. The Dark Moon will not forget your contributions."

"Yes, sir."

The old man Sebas bowed and left.

At this time, a warrior walked over, "General, after the cleanup, should the guard team withdraw from here?"

"No, continue to stay here and send another guard team to increase defense and vigilance."

"Yes, General."

Taufman turned around and walked away.He didn't leave through the main gate, but took the small path behind the Palace of Thoughts. Today, he was in casual attire, having come with the remnants of the Church of Light. As he walked, he wore a mask to hide his less-than-pleased expression.

Suddenly, a figure appeared on the path, wearing a snake-headed mask.

"Ah, it seems we've failed," the captain sighed. "I had a feeling there was a traitor at that gathering."

Tafman was about to speak when the man across from him changed the subject.

"You're as smart as I am, you must have guessed there was a traitor at that gathering, right?"

"Yes."

With that, Tafman reached to remove his mask. He didn't trust the man before him to be so simple... because he was the one Tafman believed had infiltrated his villa that day and activated the teleportation array to Snake Island, Philius.

"Don't remove your mask. It's best if both our identities remain secret. It's better for both of us."

"I think we should be honest."

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"I don't like honesty. I'm used to living with a mask on. If you don't remove your mask now, I'll take you to do something interesting later."

"Oh, what is it?" Tafman asked, puzzled, but he stopped the action of removing his mask.

"I'll let you hear the roar of Dorons tonight. Are you looking forward to it?"

"Of course."

"Good, then trust me. But before that... we need to deepen our trust. Aren't you worried that I'm the traitor?"

"Not worried." Because the traitor is me.

"But I'm still worried that you're the traitor."

Underneath his mask, Tafman smiled. The fact that he had walked out of the Palace of Thoughts unscathed was a clear indication that he was the traitor.

The captain said, "Come, let's verify."

The captain raised his hand, revealing a pure flame of light in his palm.

"Your turn."

"Alright."

Tafman raised his hand, and a pure flame of light also rose from his palm.

"It seems that both of us belong to the light," the captain said.

"Yes."

The captain continued, "Have you ever wavered?"

"I have never wavered." Because my loyalty belongs to Darkmoon.

"I'm different. I waver all the time, every day. I waver so much that it's become pleasurable."

"Then you..."

"It's okay, the light forgives everything."

"Of course, the light is the most loving and merciful."

"Let me tell you a secret. Do you know why Philius put Dorons to sleep back then?"

"Because he wanted to show Berna and his followers his determination to take root and develop on Darkmoon Island."

"There's definitely that factor, but there's also the fact that Dorons' belly is filled with the treasure of the Philius family. That's the heritage of the Philius family, the heritage of the royal family of the Church of Light.

That's the treasure Philius prepared to revive the Church of Light. It's not useless junk like gold, silver, and jewels. There might even be... the artifact of light!"

"Really?"

"Do you believe it?"

"Not really."

"Do you want to verify it?"

"Yes."