mtl008 Chapter 787 - 787
Chapter 787 - 787
Garda soon departed.Yet the sight of her retreating back, as seen through Eiji's eyes, carried a distinct flavor of fleeing in panic.
Who told her to indulge her curiosity and try to glimpse his true appearance?
A visage rivaling that of the Goddess of Beauty—was it something just anyone could behold?
Especially when Eiji wasn't revealing his true nature, the likelihood of being loved at first sight was as certain as nails on a board.
She brought this on herself—who else could she blame?
"The security team will probably come to investigate that surge of magical energy soon."
Eiji returned to the monastery and found Nina.
"Nina, go send them away. Also, hide Nina Adelard well—don't let anyone find her!"
Garda really knew how to make trouble.
Until now, almost no one on the entire Itogami Island knew that this monastery was under his control. Garda's visit had made it glaringly conspicuous.
No wonder she had lost control like that.
As a True Ancestor, standing at the pinnacle of the world, yet nearly reduced to a pawn in the schemes of despicable lowlifes—it was impossible for Garda not to be furious.
Tracing it back, the root of all this wrongdoing lay with those foolish Japanese politicians blinded by greed.
"Sooner or later, I'll make you pay the price."
Eiji put on his mask and sunglasses again, then left the monastery without a trace.
Garda now knew the whole story and would undoubtedly confront the Japanese government.
Even so, the Japanese government's position was unlikely to be shaken. This country's magical foundations were considerable, not easily broken.
Thus, it needed to be paralyzed from within.
If a nation's roots were thoroughly corrupted, its downfall wouldn't be far off.
"No rush... I'll wait until I've obtained the Fourth True Ancestor..."
Acting now would only introduce countless uncertainties into the Blazing Banquet.
Once he seized the fruit for himself, wielding the influence of a True Ancestor, destroying a country would be effortless.
By the time night fell, Eiji had returned to his apartment.
"Where have you been, coming home so late?"
As soon as he stepped inside, he saw a little girl in an ornate gothic dress sitting on the sofa, glowering at him with a dark expression, ready to interrogate him.
"Tsk, tsk, and you still deny you have a crush on me."
Eiji chuckled, but when he saw Natsuki Minamiya's sharp gaze, he quickly raised his hands in surrender.
"I went to visit Nagisa Akatsuki! She fainted again yesterday—Kojou Akatsuki and his whole family can vouch for me!"
"Sit down and eat."
Natsuki Minamiya stared at him for a while, though it was unclear whether she believed him or not.
"Also, Kojou Akatsuki has a filthy mind. Don't get too close to him from now on!"
Eiji spread his hands.
Indicating that she was right.
He'd eat his words if he took even one of them to heart.
But from her tone, it was clear she had already questioned Kojou Akatsuki.
Good thing he was prepared—even someone as sharp as her wouldn't find any flaws!
...
Garda left the monastery.
An intense reluctance welled up inside her, making her want to rush back immediately, snatch that beautiful youth away, and pamper him every day.
But having lived for thousands of years, and with among her familiars types that could counteract mental influences, she quickly suppressed the thought.
"Truly terrifying... How could such a person exist in this world?"
Even she felt a lingering fear, having practically fled the scene.
A charm that could even affect a True Ancestor—there should be limits to how terrifying it could be!
If Narcissus hadn't escaped the pursuit of the Neon government four years ago, allowing them to unleash that "surprise," she might have truly fallen irrevocably under the beautiful youth's charm, becoming a puppet in the hands of the Neon government!
The mere thought of it filled her with rage!
The setting sun was about to sink into the sea.
Jada lifted her feet and walked in a certain direction.
After all, Itogami Island was a Demon Sanctuary, home to many nocturnal beings like vampires. The island also had shops catering to these night-dwelling creatures.
The western district of the artificial island was famously known as the "City That Never Sleeps," filled with various malls and eateries. Numerous demons wearing silver bracelets constantly moved in and out of bars, creating a bustling scene even after nightfall.
Near the coast in this western district stood a massive observation tower.
Though located in the bustling city, no one approached it, as it was primarily a power generation facility. Aside from electricians, few people frequented the area.
"What a boring city!"
After nightfall.
A petite figure appeared atop the observation tower.
He looked to be about eleven or twelve years old, with healthy brown skin and wearing a loose white robe embroidered with gold thread.
His fierce face wore a scornful expression, and his dark eyes, fixed on the vibrant, sleepless city below, radiated an extraordinary sense of authority.
"Nothing but artificial land built from scrap metal and magic. How dull humans are!"
He spoke with utter contempt, looking down on the artificial island from the bottom of his heart.
"Isn't that precisely what makes humans interesting, Your Highness the Ninth Prince?"
A golden mist drifted from afar, coalescing into a handsome man with blond hair and blue eyes.
His face bore a cheerful expression, and the white suit suited him perfectly. Had he been in the city below, he would surely have attracted the covert glances of many young women.
As he dispelled the mist, he bowed respectfully to the petite boy.
"I never expected to meet Prince Iblis here. It's an honor. I'm quite surprised you would personally grace this Itogami Island."
"You... are Dimitrie Vatler?"
"Indeed."
"I see. You certainly have what it takes to be valued by the Warring States Emperor!"
The petite boy looked him up and down several times, seemingly impressed.
"After all, it's been seventy years since the last diversion. I've been entrusted with our Extinction Dynasty's participation in this Feast of Blazing Light. Sitting idly in the castle and leaving everything to subordinates is far too boring."
The Ninth Prince's demeanor exuded nobility.
He was, after all, the direct descendant of the Second True Ancestor, an Old Generation vampire with strength comparable to an Elder!
"As for you, was today's action by Number Five done under your orders? What is your purpose?"
The Ninth Prince gave him a meaningful look.
"I did not command those puppets."
The handsome young man couldn't help but laugh cheerfully.
"I have no interest in keeping poultry, so I let them act freely. However, Number Five did suffer a bit of a setback."
"...You really are an interesting fellow."
The Ninth Prince looked at him with a peculiar expression.
"We have a distinguished guest!"
At that moment, both of them suddenly changed their expressions.
Not far away, a girl with long hair as translucent as emerald strolled through the air.
An immense, ocean-like magic power radiated from her, the tremendous pressure making the two sweat profusely.
"Her Majesty the Princess seems to be in a foul mood..."
The same thought arose in both their minds.
"Silence Breaker, I am pleased you could come."
The Chaos Princess descended upon the watchtower with an awe-inspiring presence.
Her frost-filled gaze fell upon the plain-looking girl holding a book, who stood behind the Ninth Prince and Vatler.