Nobody told me this wasn't a game.

Melville's emerald green eyes, tinged with a blood-like hue, appeared somewhat cloudy.

The sense of clarity and transparency has vanished, replaced by an air of mystery and danger.

Her lips also became even more vibrant.

Your transformation has caught the attention of the war demon. It sees your potential as limitless and is determined to grant you greater authority.

[You have become a 'War Priest', gaining the new abilities 'High Dimension Possession' and 'Guidance of Descent'.]

[High-Dimensional Possession: Fighting using the power of the War Demon.]

[Guidance for Descent: Release coordinates to summon the true form of the War Demon.]

“Melville, oh Melville! I knew you could do it.”

An overweight nobleman walked in through the main gate, surrounded by a crowd.

He opened his arms, his eyes gleaming with a unique light as he looked at Melville: "As soon as I heard you were back, I came right away. My sweetheart, my little darling, you—you're not hurt, are you?"

Upon approaching, the attendant stopped.

The bloated nobleman stepped forward without the slightest hesitation.

Melville looked at him, his heart unmoved.

A surge of power brings a surge of confidence.

People say, "One should not be elated by external gains, nor saddened by personal losses." A true sage will not change his nature simply because he suddenly gains great power. However...

Melville was clearly not a saint.

Because of the "Grand Witch," because of the "War Priest," and even more so because of the man named Zuo Chang's unspoken but obvious support, Melville felt as if she had undergone a transformation! She was full of confidence!

Looking at the repulsive nobleman before her, she thought to herself, "Melville, you used to fawn and flatter such ugliness? Don't you think... how low you are?"

A soft, boneless hand is gracefully raised.

The bloated nobleman, looking at the pale hand before him, mistook it for an invitation from Melville. He bent down, raised his hand, and wanted to kiss that hand—

"The Witch's Hand".

In the next instant, Melville struck ruthlessly, ripping off the nobleman's heart.

"grown ups!"

"grown ups!!"

Shouts rose and fell, and a group of guards drew their swords and rushed forward to protect the bloated nobleman.

The leader shouted, "You...you bitch! How dare you hurt an adult?! Do you know what you're doing?"

no answer.

Sunlight streamed through the stained-glass windows of the church, and beneath the dome, before the statue of God, Melville sat kneeling gracefully.

She lowered her eyes, gazing tenderly at the still-beating heart in her hand.

Sorry everyone, I was late because of traffic...

Therefore, I will punish myself with three drinks; everyone else can drink as they please!

Ton! Ton! Ton!

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Chapter 208 The Holy Maiden Has Arrived Too

The headquarters of the book club.

Led by a guard, the silver-haired Lychee entered a study and saw the Time Saintess sitting behind a table.

Lychee remained respectful, bowing her head and saying, "Teacher."

"..."

The saintess did not speak, but simply nodded in response.

Once Lychee sat down, the Holy Maiden asked, "How is your cultivation progressing?"

"Well, how should I put it? Zuo Chang is really insightful. He let me try some curse spells, and it seems I really do have a talent for it."

Woo.

The phantom of an old man in a yellow robe appeared behind the lychee.

She turned her head with a smile and said, "Teacher, look, my Earth Grudge School has already achieved some success."

The old man in the yellow robe behind the lychee is called "Earthly Vengeful Spirit".

That was a manifestation of someone who had mastered the Earthly Grudge School. When the Holy Maiden of Time looked up, she discovered that the face under the hood of the Earthly Grudge was not a chaotic mess, but even had facial features.

"A vengeful spirit with a specific destination..."

The saintess was surprised and suspicious, but she didn't say anything more.

When certain skill styles are practiced to a certain level, certain characteristics will naturally appear, which is proof of proficiency.

However, there are also differences between the features.

Zuo Chang's "dragon-shaped tiger-like" style is so lifelike that it seems to leap off the page. Anyone with expertise can tell at a glance that his Swift Wind Sword Technique is not only skillful but also worthy of being called a master!

The same goes for lychees.

Her earth spirit possessed all five senses, which meant she was fully embodying the five poisons;

The figure looks like that of an elderly woman, which is yin on top of yin.

The Holy Maiden of Time said, "General Tianwang has the ability to judge people. His eyes are very sharp. He can tell at a glance whether a person has talent or what they are good at. There is nothing surprising about that."

"Um--"

Lychees seem a bit unacceptable to me.

She asked, "Teacher, is Zuo Chang really the Heavenly King General?"

"Yes."

"what……"

Lizhi carefully recalled her brief time with Zuo Chang and realized that she didn't really think he resembled that legendary figure in any way.

The Saintess of Time looked up and said, "Lychee, do you know why I called you here?"

Lychee shook her head: "I don't know."

"I just received news that Zuo Chang has invited you to participate in the championship battle."

"Eh?!"

Lychee paused slightly, clearly having just received the news.

It's not just her.

The Saintess of Time had only received the message from 96511 moments ago. After some analysis, she concluded—

This shouldn't be a plea for help from Zuo Chang.

Zuo Chang is now a general, surely he can muster even a small team of five men? Especially for a high-reward event like the Crown Tournament.

Take a step back and say that.

Even if Zuo Chang couldn't field a high-quality team and had to seek help from the reading club to increase his chances of winning, he shouldn't have specifically asked for Lychee.

Lychee is nothing compared to what she's made of. When I last met Zuo Chang, she was just a minor mage at the third realm.

Within the reading club, there are at least a hundred or so adventurers of the seventh realm who are stronger than Lychee.

therefore……

Zuo Chang's invitation to Lizhi to participate this time is probably an attempt to send a friendly signal.

He wanted to tell the Holy Maiden of Time: "What happened back then was my fault. I have now realized my mistake and want to see if there is a way to communicate and make amends."

"Humph……"

Quite suddenly, the Saintess of Time chuckled softly.

Lychee looked up: "Teacher, what are you laughing at?"

The saintess pursed her lips, resuming her aloof demeanor: "I wasn't laughing."

"You just smiled."

"It's your illusion."

Snore...

The Saintess of Time picked up her teacup and took a small sip.

She continued, "General Tianwang is currently residing in 96511, a place that may very well become the birthplace of a dragon in the future... Putting aside my entanglements with him, for the sake of the reading club's development alone, 96511 must be cultivated deeply. Lychee, I hope you can respond to Zuo Chang's invitation."

Lychee was of course willing. She had just mastered her skills and was eager to test them out: "Teacher, I'm willing to go."

"Yeah. Let's go."

The Saintess of Time suddenly stood up!

Lychee was slightly taken aback and asked in surprise, "Teacher, are you going too?"

"Hmm. I'm not entirely comfortable with you going alone."

"What's there to worry about? Zuo Chang isn't an enemy, is he?"

The saintess stared blankly and slowly shook her head: "Although he is not an enemy, he is unfathomable and elusive. You have little experience and may suffer losses."

Lizhi thought for a moment: "Zuo Chang... he's very sincere, isn't he? I don't think he's anything profound; he seems very reliable."

"That's where his brilliance lies. The saying 'great wisdom appears as foolishness' and 'great sound is silent' perfectly describes this."

Lychee remained silent.

The Saintess of Time continued, "Moreover, the main competition for the Grand Prix will begin in eight hours. If you travel to 96511 via the Well of Travel now, even if you arrive on time, it will be very rushed. My Heavenly Transmission Technique can instantly bring you to Zuo Chang's side, giving you more time to adjust and prepare."