I'm really a serious wizard.

Chapter 137 The Tadpoles Find Their Mother
"Lord Ron, the situation is urgent. I think it's best to inform Lady Olivia as soon as possible."

"Otherwise, the disaster of six years ago will be repeated, the reality of Xindu will fall into the 'deep layer', and the lives of millions of people will be in great danger."

In a small meeting room, Catherine told Ron all the information and speculations she had gathered.

Of course, she concealed her other self, only emphasizing the special nature of the "temple".

In this world, the concept of the 'deep' is an open secret. According to Stardust Society internal records, the 'deep' was first discovered before 1676, and it was a special phenomenon that was studied by many scholars in the time of Hainlet.

Today, after 1676, it has seriously disrupted people's daily lives.

This is really bad news.
Having returned from the “deep” area just days ago, we are now facing this dangerous phenomenon once again, which can be described as a “global scourge.”

Ron's little face was full of seriousness and earnestness, and his brain was working quickly as he came to a pessimistic conclusion.

We're doomed, we're beyond saving!
“Miss Catherine, if the King’s remains had truly departed three days ago, disaster should have already struck, instead of the calm we see now.”

Elena, one of the three in the conference room, raised a question. Her deep blue, almost purple eyes met the princess's emerald green eyes, and she showed no sign of backing down.

"That's why I'm confused."

The princess sighed, feeling utterly helpless towards the widow of Baron Mark and the only daughter of the former president of the Stardust Guild.

She had planned to discuss the matter with Ron alone to gain his favor, but she never expected this woman to interfere.

And they even said it's not good for a man and a woman to be alone in a room. Humph, what's so great about this piece of junk? It's all the same when the lights are off!

The stiff atmosphere in the room did not affect Ron's thinking, or rather, he did not even notice that there were two women below him who were lusting after him.

If what the princess said is true, then the king's remains must have been entangled for some reason.

In the deeper world near the capital, there is undoubtedly only one person capable of doing this.

Thinking of this, Ron pursed his lips slightly, his deep blue eyes secretly glancing at the witch.

If nothing unexpected happens, the remains of the former chairman are currently wandering in the Deep World at Depth 6.

Of all the things Ron saw and heard in the depths, this was the only thing he didn't tell Olivia and Elena.

Firstly, I was worried that they would be too heartbroken.

Secondly, there was concern that they might be in danger.

Third, he was worried that if that happened, no one would pay his salary.

Fourth, he worried that his mistress might still be thinking of him and continue to gaze at that grove of trees.

"We can't inform the chairman; we have to handle this ourselves."

Faced with two questioning gazes, Ron explained in detail:
“Ms. Olivia is key to keeping Cyrus VII occupied. Once she leaves, the Vatican will not let go of this good opportunity.”

The implication is that our current advantages will disappear, and we may even find ourselves in a worse situation than before.

"To retrieve the king's remains, we must act discreetly and secretly."

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As the saying goes, practice makes perfect. Led by Catherine, Ron and Elena left Harinlet Castle through a secret passage and arrived at the grove where they were engaged in a fierce battle with Stevieking.

The “deep layer” completely overlaps with reality, so choosing the location of the king’s remains is very important.

Choosing the wrong location, even setting aside the question of whether it can be found at all, the sheer danger inherent in the depths themselves could send anyone who ventures into danger. As for why not bring more people, it's simply because more people would be useless for this kind of operation.

Elena alone is worth an entire reinforced regiment.

As for the princess, she has connections with the temple and might play an unexpected role. In addition, she insisted on taking her with her, so Ron had no choice but to bring her along.

As for whether this would expose Elena's identity as the leader of the rebellion, Ron was not worried.

It's perfectly normal for the only daughter of the former Stardust Guild president to have exceptional magical talent.

A golden and red double moon hangs high in the sky; it's another sleepless night.

On the barren mountainside, the traces of Olivia's destruction remain.

However, due to the environmental protection law, the Stardust Society's logistics department has been working overtime these past two days to try to restore this lush forest.

"So, why did you bring the princess with you? Don't you trust my strength? Don't you want to spend some time alone with your sister?"

"I've never tried such a dangerous place deep inside. There are monsters everywhere there, it must be a hundred times more exciting than doing it on the streets outside!"

"After all, the tension of being in a crisis makes us extremely sensitive."

The night breeze was cool, and the witch leaned close to Ron's ear, exhaling a warm, sweet breath that was as potent as poison.

The heat swirled around in his ear, giving the blond boy goosebumps all over his body.

"Lord Ron, what should we do next?"

Just then, Catherine's voice suddenly came from the side, causing Elena, who was about to start to lower her head, to freeze in her smile and slowly distance herself from her little man.

You're being a bit redundant!
She rolled her eyes inwardly, raised her eyebrows slightly, and said with a flirtatious smile:

"Your Highness, instead of saying these useless things, you should think about how to face His Majesty the King."

"He was your closest relative, even if all that's left are his remains."

The witch hesitated, but her sarcastic words were like rubbing salt into Catherine's wounds.

"Hmph, no need for the Baron to worry. At least I can see my father!"

Catherine was not to be outdone. Dressed in a full skirt of armor, she seemed to have no weaknesses; her entire being, even her mouth, was tough.

Elena didn't react at all; the smile on her lips just grew wider, and her hands clenched into fists.

"Hmph, then I congratulate Your Highness."

After saying that, she glanced at Ron, as if to say...
Husband, say something!
These two women.
Ron's lips twitched, and he suddenly felt a wave of exhaustion, as if he were leading two little tadpoles on a journey to find their mother.

However, being a kind and compassionate person, he was very worried that Elena would be sad and upset because she couldn't see her mother, so he shook the golden-haired girl's head and whispered comforting words in her ear:
"Don't be sad, you will see your mother again."

To enter the "Deeper Layers," one must possess certain methods, aside from certain cursed objects that can unlock them.
Only legendary figures whose deeds are widely praised can achieve this.

Elena pulled a small mirror from her bosom, which reflected a golden and red glow in the moonlight.

In an instant, the wind seemed to freeze in place, and everything before Ron's eyes twisted and changed rapidly.

First floor, second floor, third floor.
A feeling of helpless despair and falling overwhelmed him again, until he heard the sound of metal clashing against metal.

(End of this chapter)