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Just when Hyperion was worried.
The young master of the Chamber of Commerce turned around and looked at the guard sister.
Just looked at her quietly, saying nothing.
The guard sister also froze in a daze.
At this moment, on the high tower surrounded by morning mist, silence is louder than words.
The sun shines through the clouds onto Lichtens Castle, casting a golden glow on everything.
The mountains in the distance showed distinct layers of colors in the sunlight, and dewdrops sparkled on the nearby trees.
"Bye-Bye."
Lanqi said goodbye with a smile, and walked back to the fifth floor of the castle from the tower with Frey and Hyperion, leaving this fairy-tale environment to the two of them.
Stepping into the corridor, the temperature is significantly warmer. The sound of brisk footsteps bounces and echoes in the stone corridor, and the air is filled with a sense of joy.
Everyone moved carefully as they left, fearing to disturb the two men in the tower.
"This young master is not a piece of wood. He understands your words very well!"
Hyperion lowered her voice in surprise and said to Lanci.
Could it be that.
Is this guy really a little angel who likes to help others find marriage?
"I am best at mediating conflicts and disputes. Helping with matchmaking and socializing is not a problem. All kinds of civil issues are my strengths."
Lanqi smiled proudly, he just liked to give candy to others.
"...?"
Hyperion felt that Lanqi was a good young man no matter how she looked at him.
What exactly went wrong...
"Mr. Lanci, thank you very much for taking care of us."
The Chamber of Commerce's male guards also followed them out of the tower and escorted them to the fifth-floor staircase, where they stopped and expressed their sincere gratitude to Lanqi.
"Goodbye."
"See you next time."
After saying goodbye.
Lanqi and the other two walked down the spiral staircase inlaid with mirror-like copper railings. Their relaxed footsteps echoed in the castle's stairwell, contrasting with the hourly bells coming from the church in the distance.
When passing the corner of the floor, the occasional bird calls from the distant window form a symphony of morning light.
Soon, they arrived at the foundation level of the castle.
At the end of the stairs, a solemn gate stood before them. The gilded patterns inlaid on the huge door shone with a sacred light under the reflection of the glazed windows.
When I opened the door, I was greeted by the faint scent of candles in the sanctuary.
In the church, three clergymen were performing morning prayers.
They knelt side by side in front of the altar under the rose window of the church, bowed their heads deeply, clasped their hands together, and recited prayers softly.
Every breath of air in the sanctuary is filled with a sense of peace and harmony. The huge chandelier hanging from the high ceiling appears even more solemn in the quiet environment. It is filled with natural light and illuminates the entire church.
The whispers of clergy, devout prayers, and the occasional flickering of candlelight make up the tranquility of this morning.
The three Lanci stood quietly by without disturbing their morning prayers. They watched the clergy praying attentively.
Until the end of morning prayer.
Three clergymen also walked towards them.
"It would be great if I have the chance to see you in the Northern Continent in the future."
The leading priest saluted and spoke.
They have important responsibilities.
And now that the northern continent is in turmoil, they cannot leave their posts without permission.
Only if you settle down in the future, there is a chance of being sent to the southern continent.
"Who knows, fate will guide everything."
Lanqi spread his hands and smiled.
"..."
Hyperion said nothing.
In fact, in three months, she and Lanqi will really go to the Northern Continent.
She just hoped not to meet these three people in the Northern Continent.
At that time, the two of them concealed their identities and turned into bandits. If the police and robbers met, it would be very embarrassing.
Everyone was saying their final goodbyes.
There are only a few minutes left, and at 5:30 in the morning, the shadow world will end.
This dreamlike five-day vacation will finally come to an end.
"By the way, I'm going to go see the princess."
Lanqi looked at the clock and said.
"Go ahead, we'll see you in the critical space."
When the shadow world ends later, all challengers will return to the entrance of the void gate when they entered the shadow world according to their teams, and each team will enter a separate critical space to complete the settlement and reward distribution of the shadow world.
……
Bedroom 201, second floor of the castle.
Princess Alexia sat quietly on the bed, looking out the window.
The golden leaves were blown by the breeze, bringing the rustling sound of falling leaves. The morning mist was lingering around the castle, casting a mysterious veil over the valley and forest.
If possible, she actually didn't want this shadow world to end.
Because she didn't want to go back to that nightmare world full of vampires.
Even if she would be locked up in this room forever in this shadow world, she would be willing to do so, because this is where she feels safe.
Hearing the sound of the door being locked, she looked in surprise at the door that opened and Lanqi who walked in.
"Your Highness Alexia, I have to say goodbye to you for now."
Lanqi greeted her and also said goodbye.
"You came alone?"
Alexia asked.
"I think if there are fewer people coming, it will make you feel more relaxed."
Lan Qi said with a smile.
"..."
Alexia hesitated for a moment.
Deep down, she really hoped that Lanqi would come alone, because Lanqi would see her crying the most.
"Actually, I usually look like a very cold princess. I only acted so casually because you saw me looking embarrassed."
She asked, spreading her hands, like a childish girl revealing a little secret.
"So if I still look indifferent when you meet me in private next time, it means there's danger."
when saying this.
Alexia seemed to have regained her aura of a superior princess, and even her expression became a little more stern.
Because she was also telling Lanqi—
If you have become a puppet of the vampires when we meet next time, don't trust her anymore.
"Princess Alexia, do not expose yourself, and do not submit to the vampires."
He answered immediately without a moment's hesitation.
This silenced Alexia.
She was like speechless.
a long time.
"Lancy Wilford."
"what happened?"
"I'll be waiting for you in the Crane Empire."
in other words.
It means praying for him to come.
But Alexia couldn't say "Please come and save me".
When you open your mouth, you have already expressed other words.
"I will definitely come."
The white shadow, Lanqi's back, had disappeared outside the door.
But this light and unhesitating voice could be heard clearly.
At the same time, as the hour hand of the cathedral clock pointed to half past five, time seemed to slow down in an instant, waiting for some kind of change to occur.
The princess of the Cretan Empire sat there in a daze.
She gently stretched out her hand toward the hazy shadow emerging in the white world, as if asking for help.
"This time, there is obviously no demon that affects my emotions, why..."
Although she was still imprisoned in a caged tower.