Mythology Rebooted-Chapter 678 - 277 Heavenly Father is an Ancient God

"I actually have a method..."

Wayne’s expression was peculiar as he explained his method, suggesting that Austin serve as the test subject. Even if it failed, they could still summarize successful experiences for Hefei and Veronica’s evolution.

For the sake of his wife and daughter, he persuaded Austin to take the risk.

Austin decisively rejected the proposal. He would rather endure more pain than have his faith become like Wayne’s.

That would be too painful, more distressing than killing him!

Wayne did not insist. He did not want to do that either and instead said, "There are other methods, like me pretending to be a Divine Envoy to attack the teacher and Veronica. But with your intelligence, my acting might deceive them but definitely not you..."

"What a dilemma, why are you so smart?"

Austin fell silent, then slowly said, "I actually have a method that might work."

"Let’s hear it."

"The Magic Department has a research project on the Void Behemoth. I can clone my own body and when I can no longer bear the pain, transfer my consciousness to another body. Trying this several times might just lead to success," Austin said.

Is that still you?

Wayne shook his head, not optimistic about Austin’s suggestion. Magic can grant longevity, but one does not achieve it easily, and transference would inevitably come with irreversible sacrifices.

And moreover, it involved the highly corruptive Void Behemoth.

If it’s all corruption, better let me do it. At least it’s somewhat safer.

Neither had a good solution, but both were certain that the Dark Knight had to go to the Icebound Continent. The crisis was too grave, and the Dark Knight must appear there.

Wayne was mentally prepared to replace Austin in the expedition but did not say it outright, instead urging Austin to endure more pain.

In the past, enduring pain was for gaining strength. Now, bearing pain was to protect his loved ones. Although magic does not understand love and bonds, he had to admit that the duty to protect could transform a person completely.

"Time’s up, I’m going to see Hefei..."

Austin straightened his clothes, resolved to become a true Dark Knight regardless of whether Hefei forgave him or not.

Not to protect the Goddess, but to protect his family.

He took two steps and noticed Wayne also tidying his clothes. Austin’s face darkened as he cursed the damned mirror and swiftly left the room.

Wayne followed out of the study and saw Megan still standing there. He raised his thumb and said, "Go for it, try your best, shove all the responsibility onto Austin, and the teacher will surely forgive you."

Megan: (눈_눈)

She was just a butler, not understanding what the young master was talking about.

"Megan, you don’t have much time left. Right now he’s just a Silver Mage, but once he becomes the Dark Knight, whether you use force or drugs, you won’t stand a chance against him," Wayne stated, explaining the harsh reality and urging Megan to act fast.

Don’t delay any longer. Quickly set an example for Veronica and show that the men of the Randao Family are all the same, just looking elsewhere while eating from their own bowl. The heir has merely inherited the tradition.

Megan: (눈‸눈)

She didn’t understand, didn’t understand at all.

Wayne waved goodbye to Megan and went to the young lady’s villa, bypassing Veronica to claim a good spot by the bedroom window.

Veronica, curious, came closer. She ignored her fiancée and focused on the window instead...

Hmph, I’ll have that window removed tomorrow!

Wayne embraced her and said, "The teacher is really bothered by the identity of the Dark Knight. Although she has forgiven about eighty percent, being bothered still means bothered, and one can’t easily change their views in a short time. I guess Austin will use the same tactic, trading his pitiful state for the teacher’s sympathy."

You’re quite practiced at this, aren’t you?

Veronica huffed and pinched Wayne hard at his waist a few times.

Boom!

As both anticipated, a figure flew toward the grove, that familiar trajectory and the melodious sound of landing—who else could it be but Austin?

Following that, Hefei jumped out of the window, chasing after him into the grove, with Megan carrying the medical kit behind her.

A wave of darkness spread, and the grove crackled with explosions.

"Impressive, as expected of the teacher. She’s beating up the Dark Knight badly. The chosen of darkness can’t even fight back," Wayne said with admiration and a chuckle.

Veronica tilted her head against Wayne’s shoulder and asked her external brain, "Jerky, is this a good or bad thing?"

Beatings and scoldings might be signs of affection. Should be a good outcome.

Wayne stroked his chin, lifting it up, and kissed her lightly, "Austin’s very good at deceiving women. He’s even dared to deceive the Dark Goddess. I’m afraid the teacher is no match for him."

How good is he? Better than you at deceiving women?

Veronica bit her lip, savoring her fiancé’s kiss.

Lately, she had been troubled by bad emotional relationships, unsure of how to face Wayne and Chris. When Twilight Deadlock struck and she was thrown by Shadowmare, she chose to forget her troubles for the moment.

I’m so messed up!

Veronica stood at the crossroads, firming her resolve to move forward with the trash can, but the thought of the melancholy departure of her unrequited love made her heart ache, preventing her from taking the first step.

Letting go of her beautiful hopes for her unrequited love, she realized Chris was one of her dearest friends. She didn’t want to cut ties with her friend.

After much deliberation, she decided not to think about it for now.

"Wayne, talk to me about the mission from the Sun Church."

"The mission was completed successfully, and I’ve returned the power of the Sun Knight. And..."

Wayne’s lips curled into a faint smile, "Verily found her parents. She’s happy, happier than before."

"Really?"

Veronica was overjoyed for Verily finding her parents, feeling happy for her. As a roommate and close friend, she knew well the regrets hidden beneath Verily’s optimistic and strong exterior.