Chapter 365: Chapter365-[Wax Effigy Core]—It Works, Yet It Doesn’t

Within the magnificent, gilded palace, the atmosphere had already grown unbearably oppressive.

Those lofty and mighty Abyss Overseers now did not even dare breathe too loudly.

That was because none of them could determine what sort of attitude the great Lord of Abyss currently held.

Just then, the Lord of Abyss, who had remained silent all this time, suddenly spoke.

He pointed toward the enormous map, then pointed toward the domed ceiling of the palace as he asked,

"Why do you think Caelan insists on clearing the [Battlefield of Geniuses]? What does it mean to him?"

Upon hearing this question, the Abyss Overseers present could not help but exchange glances with one another.

Naturally, each of them had their own judgment based on what they knew. However, they immediately began using their respective means, trying to uncover Caelan’s true objective.

"I believe it may have something to do with his Mirror Image! He seems to possess special feelings toward his Mirror Image, and he even treats her as his own younger sister!"

"Therefore, I suspect that his goal is the [Wax Effigy Core]!"

"That is correct. Yorick’s opinion is consistent with mine. However, I believe that if the [Wax Effigy Core] is unable to help Caelan, then he will very likely choose to seek out Sovereign Ranni."

Sovereign Ranni was rumored to be capable of providing the answer to any question.

If even she failed to provide an answer, then it meant that the matter in question absolutely had no solution.

Above the throne, the Lord of Abyss listened to the discussions of his subordinates, but a meaningful expression gradually appeared on his face.

"If that is the case, then I hope he is able to accomplish his goal."

After saying this, the Lord of Abyss slowly rose to his feet, then began walking toward the rear palace.

The other Abyss Overseers exchanged glances before turning their imploring eyes toward Yorick.

Yorick was momentarily stunned. He hesitated inwardly for a moment.

But immediately afterward, he stood up and carefully followed behind the Lord of Abyss.

As the Lord of Abyss’s number-one lackey, although Yorick had indeed mishandled a few matters in the past, he was still well aware of what he should and should not do.

Sure enough, after he followed the Lord of Abyss, the majestic voice of his sovereign immediately appeared within his mind.

"Tell them that I will his sovereign immediately appeared within his mind.

"Tell them that I will be leaving the Abyss today."

"As for the matters within the Abyss, Yorick, you will discuss them with everyone else and handle them together. Understood?"

An expression of deep respect immediately appeared on Yorick’s face. At the same time, he bowed slightly to show his reverence toward the Lord of Abyss.

"As you command, great Majesty. I shall forever obey your will."

Yorick understood very clearly that this time, he had to perform well.

The previous matter had not been handled properly, and in truth, he had already incurred the displeasure of the Lord of Abyss.

If he failed again this time, then his position as an Abyss Overseer might truly come to an end.

Therefore, he had already made up his mind.

This time, regardless of how great a price he had to pay, he would unwaveringly complete the task entrusted to him by the Lord of Abyss.

Just then, the Lord of Abyss suddenly spoke once more.

"Remember this clearly. During the period of my absence, no matter who it is, you must not allow him to enter the Abyss. Do you understand?"

Yorick nodded solemnly. He was just about to say something when he suddenly saw the eyes of the Lord of Abyss gradually become as brilliant as a river of stars.

"You wish to ask what I am going to do, correct?"

Yorick was utterly shocked.

At the same time, he could not help sighing inwardly in admiration.

As expected of the great Lord of Abyss. His Majesty had already seen through everything!

With that thought in mind, Yorick lightly nodded, then bowed once more to express his curiosity.

However, this time, the Lord of Abyss did not give him a clear answer. Instead, he responded with a question of his own.

"Yorick, tell me. If someone were merely an ordinary person, how would he fly?" 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

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The human capital.

Kate followed behind Evelyn with a thoroughly dejected expression on her face.

She had not announced her identity as a member of either the Ironclad Legion or the Supreme Staff Legion. Therefore, she naturally had not been able to apply for any suitable work.

Later, after much difficulty, she finally managed to find a job. However, in the end, she was tricked into going to the territory of the Arbormonkey Clan.

At first, Kate had thought that this would finally be her chance to display her abilities.

But never in her wildest dreams had she imagined that the moment she arrived at the Arbormonkey Clan, she would encounter a group of disgusting fellows who wanted to kidnap her.

Those ants of the Arbormonkey Clan successfully enraged Kate.

Thus, Kate directly unleashed a [Demon-Shattering Light Whip] upon the Arbormonkey Clan’s territory.

The compound that the Arbormonkey Clan had painstakingly managed for so long was instantly swallowed by countless flames of Hellfire.

The Arbormonkey Clan’s great chieftain became so furious that his nose nearly twisted out of shape. No matter what, he insisted on seeking compensation from Kate through diplomatic channels.

Faced with the demands of the Arbormonkey Clan’s great chieftain, Kate had no choice but to compensate them with a single cast of [Cataclysmic Sword Rain].

And so, as they had wished, the entire family of the Arbormonkey Clan’s great chieftain was smashed into bloody pulp.

By the time Kate returned to the human capital, she had already vented her anger. Only then did she suddenly realize that she seemed to have ruined her job!

Thus, when Evelyn came over to visit her, Kate appeared exceptionally depressed.

"All right, all right. Stop looking so gloomy."

Evelyn wrapped an arm around Kate’s shoulder, then asked with a strange expression on her face,

"So, you sent off the Arbormonkey Clan’s great chieftain and his entire family?"

Kate nodded and replied casually,

"Of course. The entire family went together, nice and complete."

"But none of that is important. Big Sister Evelyn, I think I finally understand how difficult life is for ordinary people. If I were an ordinary person, those Arbormonkey Clan bastards probably would have harvested my kidneys by now."

"You have no idea how vile those Arbormonkey Clan bastards were. I originally wasn’t planning on wiping them all out, but they were truly inhumane! And they even..."

"All right, all right. Do not trouble yourself over that anymore!"

Evelyn patted Kate on the shoulder in consolation.

However, an odd thought had surfaced within Evelyn’s mind.

Without even realizing it herself, Kate seemed to be becoming more and more... human.

It was simply impossible to know whether this change would ultimately be a good thing or a bad thing for Kate and Caelan.

Just then, Evelyn suddenly received a communication request from Caelan.

She was slightly taken aback, but immediately picked up her communicator and asked,

"Lord Caelan, have you already obtained the [Wax Effigy Core]? Can it actually serve its purpose?"

Upon hearing Evelyn’s question, Caelan fell into a brief silence. For a moment, he genuinely did not know how he should answer her.

In truth, after learning the answer concerning the [Wax Effigy Core], he had still not fully recovered from the shock even now.

"This matter is rather complicated. You could say that it is useful, but you could also say that it is useless."

Hearing this answer, Evelyn immediately frowned.

"Lord Caelan, could you explain that more clearly?"

Caelan pondered for a moment before replying,

"We can discuss this in detail after I return. It is not something I can explain clearly in just a few words!"