Remedios's gaze flickered at the edges of her eyes as she looked at the Emerald Witch opposite her, who maintained a smile. She felt an inexplicable sense of displeasure.
Demi-humans... Hmph!
She raised her arms, clad in white soft armor arm guards, and crossed them over her chest, making her already prominent curves even more noticeable.
"Where is Team Leader Tang?"
The transparent gems on either side of Remedios's earlobes swayed lightly as she asked directly.
The last time she came to trade for the "Integration Potion," Tang Zheng's absence could be explained as an "accident." If he didn't show up this time either, then something was wrong!
In truth, Remedios didn't care much for diplomatic etiquette, especially not with this Team Leader Tang, whom she had come to respect.
If she had to describe her dissatisfaction, it was probably because, deep down, Remedios detested any excessive contact or communication with demi-humans.
"As you know, Miss Remedios."
"Our Captain has always enjoyed researching potions, especially at crucial moments, he gets completely absorbed in his experimental research."
The Emerald Witch put on a helpless expression. "I'm not even sure if he'll be attending this meeting."
The exact same excuse as last time!
A surge of anger rose within Remedios, and she took a deep breath.
If she hadn't known that only Team Leader Tang could produce the "Integration Potion," she would have suspected that Team Leader Tang had met with some misfortune in the Abelion Hills, this demi-human territory.
Demi-humans are not to be trusted!
Remedios deeply wished she could tell Tang Zheng this thought.
Hum—
In the Great Hall.
A dense mana fluctuation appeared out of nowhere, and then, with a flash of light, two figures materialized in the hall.
Go Gin's colossal form, several meters tall, sat like a small mountain to one side, listlessly listening to the seemingly friendly yet subtly hostile conversation between the Emerald Witch and Remedios.
The moment the two figures appeared!
Go Gin's eyes lit up, and his thick arms immediately grabbed his mace weapon. Upon clearly seeing who had arrived, his gaze dimmed.
"Boring meeting."
The fleshy jowls on Go Gin's cheeks twitched. He silently released his grip on the mace-like weapon and narrowed his eyes again, appearing as if he were about to fall asleep.
These were two figures clad in black robes.
One of them was "Four Elements," whose expressionless, somber face gave the impression of a reclusive middle-aged man.
He held a staff embedded with magic gems, and behind him floated six dark blue, spherical magic items.
He was clearly a powerful magic caster.
However, at this moment!
"Four Elements" took a slight step back after appearing, making way for the slender figure beside him, who was much shorter. Judging by her appearance, she was likely a young girl.
She wore a rather loose black robe, concealing most of her head and body within its folds.
The Emerald Witch's eyes narrowed; she keenly observed this detail.
"You from the Slane Theocracy are late, do you know that?"
Remedios looked up at "Four Elements," expressing her dissatisfaction.
"Teleportation, huh? What a convenient ability, completely bypassing the hardship of travel."
In terms of national strength, the Holy Kingdom naturally couldn't compare to the Slane Theocracy, and the two were at odds due to their differing beliefs.
However, now, the Holy Kingdom and the Slane Theocracy were united by Tang Zheng, with the "Integration Potion" serving as the catalyst.
Especially the Holy Kingdom's national treasure, which could create a large number of neutral angels, forming a demon creature force of angels that could exist for a long time.
This power was something even the Slane Theocracy had to take seriously!
"Four Elements" did not speak immediately but instead looked towards the slender figure beside him.
Seeing that his superior did not respond, "Four Elements" continued to remain silent, expressionlessly leading her to the Theocracy's designated seats at the conference table and sitting down.
No one noticed!
"Four Elements," the esteemed magic caster who had entered the "Hero Domain," already had a layer of cold sweat forming on his palm.
If not for being pressured by the other party.
Even if he were beaten to death...
The "Four Elements" would never dare to leave with the Holy Kingdom's strongest forces.
If this matter were discovered, even as a member of the "Dark Scripture," he would undoubtedly face extremely severe punishment!
"I must be crazy..."
The "Four Elements'" expression was unusually stiff, and the fingers hidden in his sleeves trembled uncontrollably.
What a shame~
Seeing no conflict between the Slane Theocracy and the Holy Kingdom, a flicker of disappointment crossed the Emerald Witch's eyes.
"Since everyone has arrived."
The Emerald Witch suppressed her inner emotions, displaying a humble demeanor, and pulled back the cloth on the conference table:
"Then the distribution of these potions will be decided by both sides."
The clear and transparent blue "Integration Potion" appeared in the center of the conference table, not in large quantities, only 30 bottles.
She was only responsible for placing the potions in front of both parties.
As for how the two countries would divide them each time, it was up to the Holy Kingdom and the Slane Theocracy to decide.
The Emerald Witch's amber pupils glanced at the clear and transparent blue potion, a hidden emotion flashing in her eyes.
The raw materials for the potions were naturally made from her and her sister's blood.
Watching the two sides scramble for the potions made with their blood, the Emerald Witch felt a sense of pride, along with a chill.
The Emerald Witch did not mind her master using their blood to make potions; all that she possessed now, and her status, were bestowed by her master.
With her current strength, she was no different from a demi-human who could be easily killed in front of these two powerful human nations.
Instead of being like this now.
The representatives of the two great human nations, no matter how dissatisfied they were with her as a demi-human, showed an attitude of equality.
The Emerald Witch was just worried.
Could her master, relying solely on the "Integration Potion," prevent the future backlash in the face of the power of these two human nations?
"Same as last time."
"Our Theocracy will only take 5 bottles," the "Four Elements" spoke first.
He wanted to take the potions and leave with the person beside him as soon as possible to return to the Theocracy, as this was an unstable existence.
What if...
The "Four Elements" stopped his wild thoughts and reached for the potions on the conference table with an urgent expression.
Remedios naturally would not object.
This was the distribution result agreed upon by the high-level officials of both countries, and she only needed to take back the Holy Kingdom's share of the potions.
"Where is Tang?"
Suddenly, a clear, indifferent voice rang out.
The "Four Elements'" arm froze instantly in mid-air, intense emotions surging in his eyes.
To be honest!
He didn't know why Lord Killing Death had come here. Facing this unprovokable important figure, he could only obediently follow orders.
"So, you're looking for that leader of 'Free Will'?"
The "Four Elements" had this thought in his mind, and his doubts only deepened.
Just a mere adventurer.
Could it actually attract Lord Killing Death's attention?
In front of this existence, they, who were strong enough to be sung about by bards in the "Hero Domain," were nothing more than slightly larger insects.
"Our leader is studying the potions..."
The Emerald Witch observed the short figure wrapped in a black robe and replied with the previous explanation, apologizing.
Was it an illusion!
A faint chill seemed to fill the air.
Creak.
Go Gin's eyes snapped open, and the wooden chair beneath him seemed to bear even more weight, a cold sweat breaking out on his forehead.
An expression of uneasy surprise appeared on Go Gin's face.
"Isn't Team Leader Tang a bit too arrogant?"
A Paladin soldier suddenly leaned forward, speaking with a serious and dissatisfied tone, "Or for a demi-human like you to appear..."
As soon as these words were spoken.
The other two Paladins who had accompanied Remedios all looked at their companion who had spoken in astonishment.
"Do you know what you're saying!"
"Shut up!"
"You have no right to speak here!"
The other two paladins shouted in unison, their gazes indifferent as they looked at their companion.
This guy was a member forced in by some great noble, so he had no idea that the members of both the "Paladin Order" and the "Shrine Priest Order" owed their lives to Team Leader Tang and Miss Anri!
Remedios turned her head, staring at the paladin, a dangerous aura emanating from her eyes. "How dare a mere backdoor entrant speak so presumptuously!"
"Cap... Captain..."
The paladin soldier began to stammer, completely unaware of what was wrong with his words.
The "Four Elements" paid no mind to the Holy Kingdom's situation, looking at the being beside them with a face full of fear.
Creak!
The wooden chair was pushed away, scraping against the ground with a piercing sound.
The black, loose hood shifted upwards.
The short figure stood up, a sickly smile appearing in their heterochromatic eyes, one black and the other white.
Swish!
The "Four Elements" quickly stood up in response, whispering fearfully, "My lord... my lord."
"Use your flying magic."
"Ah, yes!"
The "Four Elements" froze, then fumbled to raise their magic staff and lightly tapped the slender figure:
"Flight"
Whoosh!
The slender figure instantly soared into the air, charging straight towards the castle's ceiling.
With a loud "*Boom*!"
A large amount of rubble fell from above!
This sturdy castle, built entirely of massive stones, was instantly smashed through, creating a large hole.
Shield Wall!
Flight!
The "Four Elements'" face turned pale, and they quickly cast a magic shield upon themselves.
At the same time.
The "Four Elements" hastily activated their flight magic, quickly chasing after, not worried about Lord Killing Death's safety.
Instead, they feared that Lord Killing Death might suddenly decide not to return to the Theocracy.
Even if this possibility was extremely low!
If it occurred, it could trigger a crisis leading to the Theocracy's demise.
Boom! Boom!
A large amount of rubble rained down towards the conference table below.
The Emerald Witch and the others were not ordinary people, so they easily blocked the falling debris.
However.
The sudden actions of the two from the Theocracy left everyone bewildered.
The Emerald Witch's face darkened, her amber eyes flashing with anger. Just as she was about to act, a familiar voice echoed in her mind.
"Cui Ye, I'll handle the two from the Theocracy."
"You calm down the people from the Holy Kingdom."
It was her master's "Message" magic!
The Emerald Witch's eyes lit up, and she felt settled, murmuring, "Yes, Master!"
On the other side, in mid-air.
A figure flew rapidly through the sky, heading towards a location north of the hilly region.
Swish swish~
Swish swish~
The black robe billowed in the wind, flapping violently, and the loose hood was blown off.
The black and white tied-up buns, no longer concealed, were exposed in mid-air, strands of hair on either side of her ears flying in the wind!
"Heh heh, you can't escape this time." Killing Death flew rapidly through the air with abandon, her speed suddenly increasing.
Riiip!
The extreme air pressure caused the ordinary black robe to be torn apart by the fierce airflow, scattering from Killing Death.
A white, slender hair tie whipped through the air like a long whip!
"Lady Killing Death!" The Four Elements desperately chased after her, their faces growing paler.
This was naturally not due to excessive mana consumption, but purely out of fear.
What in the world was going on!
And also!
Lady Killing Death should be a warrior, yet her flying skill was even more proficient than his.
The Four Elements had to increase their mana output, unable to suppress the cry in their hearts.
He didn't know that among the divine artifacts left behind by the legendary Six Great Gods, Killing Death possessed an armor called the "Armor of the Wind God."
And this relic of the Six Great Gods possessed the ability to fly!
North of the Abelion Hills.
This was a grassland near a lake, with a rather beautiful environment.
Tang Zheng stood quietly by the lake, looking at the two figures rapidly approaching in the sky, a hint of a headache appearing on his face.
Unexpected!
Killing Death actually came to the hilly region. As far as he remembered, she was a trump card and ace of the Theocracy.
The Theocracy strictly prohibited Killing Death from leaving, not only to conceal her but also to guard against the Platinum Dragon Lord.
"Is it because the hilly region is too close to the Slane Theocracy, that they allowed such an action?"
A look of surprise appeared on Tang Zheng's face. "Or is this a personal action by Killing Death?"
He leaned more towards the latter, as it fit Killing Death's complex personality.
When Tang Zheng sensed Killing Death appearing in the ancient castle, he immediately chose this relatively close location and released his aura to let her detect him.
Otherwise.
If he didn't reveal himself, Killing Death might cause significant trouble.
Boom!
With a loud noise, a black figure fell directly from the sky to the ground in front of him, creating a deep pit.
A large amount of dust and airwaves surged.
"Long time no see, Little Black Hair." Killing Death, with her hands behind her back, gracefully leaped out of the pit and spoke to Tang Zheng with a smile.
Her smile was filled with a dangerous aura.
Whoosh!
The Four Elements also followed closely, flying over from the sky and landing beside Killing Death.
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