The moment Lu Li stepped out of the side passage and left the Opera Epiclese, he froze. His expression turned subtle as he saw the two figures approaching him.
It was Debord and Isadora, two of the Knave's operatives, who were currently rushing toward the Opera Epiclese.
Upon seeing Lu Li, they too stopped abruptly, a hint of surprise visible even under their masks.
"Lu Li... you didn't run into any trouble?" Isadora asked curiously after a moment of silence.
"No, something unexpected did happen. I need to report to Father now."
The two operatives exchanged a glance, then spoke to Lu Li calmly, "By the master's orders, we were sent to investigate the situation. But since you've reappeared, there's no need for us to search the scene. Come with us. The master is waiting for you."
"Understood."
Following the two operatives, with whom he had a considerable history, Lu Li soon arrived at a high-end meeting room on the other side of the Opera Epiclese.
There, he saw Arlecchino, casually sipping coffee with her legs crossed.
She drank from the cup in her hand with a calm expression, her tailored, greyish-white long coat outlining her graceful curves.
Her delicate yet sharp black high heels, now showcased by her crossed legs, formed a perfect arch with her trouser leg.
Although it wasn't the first time he had seen it, or even the first time he had tasted it, every time Lu Li saw Arlecchino's stunning figure, he couldn't help but feel a sense of profound appreciation.
"Master, we have brought him back. He is unharmed."
"Father!" In front of the two operatives, Lu Li still addressed Arlecchino with the more respectful title.
At this, the seated Arlecchino put down her coffee and stood up, looking at the slightly bowing, black-haired young man.
After confirming he was unharmed, the focus of her X-shaped pupils flickered slightly. Then, Arlecchino turned her gaze to Debord and Isadora and said softly, "I have booked this meeting room for the entire afternoon. You two will stand guard outside the door. Forbid anyone from approaching."
"Yes, Master!"
Debord and Isadora's expressions were both a bit subtle; after all, this wasn't the first time they had been given such a task.
However, as subordinates, they had to carry out their superior's orders without question.
After bowing, the two of them left, leaving Lu Li alone.
In fact, even before they had fully left the meeting room, Arlecchino had already approached Lu Li.
She reached out, her pure black, delicate hand gently caressing his cheek. Then, she said softly, "Good, you're alright... Lu Li, what happened to you in the underground of the Opera Epiclese?"
"I think I stumbled upon some strange ruins. I found a few stone tablets there."
Lu Li lied without batting an eye.
This wasn't out of mistrust for Arlecchino. It was just that, in the real world, he absolutely could not reveal anything about Focalors and her hidden sanctuary. A single misplaced word could lead to the complete collapse of her plan.
This was why Lu Li, as a transmigrator who knew so many secrets even before entering that divine domain, had always kept his mouth shut.
It wasn't that he didn't want to tell; it was that he couldn't.
In the original story, the Traveler's every move could have been exposed to some higher power at any moment.
Like when the Wanderer charged at the Irminsul, or when the Traveler questioned whether the prophecy could be changed, a mysterious female voice would always chime in to guide him.
Clearly, this wouldn't have happened if another high-ranking being wasn't constantly watching the Traveler.
Lu Li couldn't be sure if he, as a Descender, was also that special.
So, in the real world, he would not reveal anything about the future.
However, Lu Li had clearly miscalculated one thing: Arlecchino, who had watched him grow up, was very familiar with his tells when he was lying.
No matter how convincingly Lu Li tried to act like he was telling the truth, she could still see through his lie at a glance.
But just as Arlecchino felt a flicker of annoyance at being distrusted, she saw Lu Li react as if he'd just realized something. He reached out apologetically and took her delicate hand.
"Master, I can't say too much, but... the prophecy will indeed happen..."
Arlecchino was slightly taken aback, then raised an eyebrow. "You... have something you can't speak of?"
Lu Li didn't answer, merely nodding gently.
Seeing this, Arlecchino understood, and the anger in her heart instantly dissipated.
She looked at Lu Li with a complicated expression for a moment, then said calmly, "Then proceed at your own pace. I won't press you further, Lu Li."
"Phew... Thank you, Fa—"
"When it's just the two of us, do you still need to speak with such a formal tone?" Arlecchino interrupted, raising her hand and pressing her index finger against Lu Li's lips.
Lu Li, who had just breathed a sigh of relief, immediately tensed up. After a moment, looking at Arlecchino's beautiful face, an idea seemed to come to him. He slowly raised his hand and placed it on her slender waist.
As he slowly leaned in, their chests touching, Arlecchino wrapped her arms around him and whispered, "I noticed something else when I saw you... Why has your aura suddenly grown so much stronger?"
Lu Li, who was quietly inhaling Arlecchino's fragrance, was momentarily stunned, then felt a sense of wonder.
Even though my power increased dramatically after getting the Three Thousand Burning Flames and Warmog's Armor, it shouldn't be externally visible, right?
But she still saw through it at a glance?
Lu Li nodded slightly and said softly, "My flames... have evolved?"
"Evolved?"
At Arlecchino's surprised question, Lu Li reached out his hand and gently summoned his flames.
He no longer needed to chant incantations like "God's Flame" to control the Pyro element. The current Lu Li could play with fire at will, without any restrictions.
Looking at the purplish-black flame burning quietly in Lu Li's palm, with what looked like a dragon's shadow dancing within its core, Arlecchino was momentarily awestruck.
What incredible power...
Yes, she could feel the extraordinary nature of this flame!
This was no ordinary fire. It felt similar to the flames she could control with her bloodline power. Did it have other effects?
So Arlecchino asked directly, "Lu Li, this flame doesn't just burn hot, does it?"
"Correct." Lu Li didn't hide this point. He explained gently, "Not only is its destructive power astonishing, but by mastering it, I will also grow stronger over time. And not only that, this flame can also provide me with powerful stamina."
Arlecchino looked thoughtful, then said softly, "How do you know you have strong stamina?"
"Well... I tested it this morning. A wound I made healed instantly..."
"That's not a good enough test," Arlecchino said with a light laugh. "We need to use another method, so I can know for sure."
Lu Li was stunned for a moment. Then, looking at the bright smile on Arlecchino's beautiful face, he almost instantly understood her intention.
As the saying goes, practice is the sole criterion for testing truth.
It seemed Lady Arlecchino wanted to test it herself to feel whether his stamina had improved...
The next moment, Lu Li no longer hesitated. He pulled Arlecchino into a tight embrace and lowered his head.
And this cold, elegant queen immediately responded with passionate fervor.
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