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"No, you have to believe me, Liu Zi."

In Kobayashi, Ryuko saw the same shamelessness as Aqua and Sato Kazuma. Even so, the waiter still obediently followed his master.

The two disappeared into the darkness.

After they left, Fels, who was dressed in a black trench coat and concealed himself well, quietly appeared beneath the altar.

Gazing at Kobayashi's retreating figure, the sage addressed the Sky God on the platform:

"Is it really a good idea to let him go? It will damage his reputation. Besides, the goddess who rules that place is also a goddess of beauty, not to mention she has a group of Amazons under her command. He'll most likely be controlled and then drained of his essence."

"……Um?"

Uranus was unusually taken aback for a moment.

It wasn't that she was worried about Kobayashi, but rather that this was the first time she had spoken so much to Fels, and she expressed disbelief at his unusual concern for Kobayashi.

In response, Fells said, "I'm just worried about the next steps in the plan."

"...Don't worry, he'll take care of everything."

Uranus offered a curt reassurance.

Then he raised his head, his sky-blue eyes fixed on Kobayashi's figure.

Upon hearing what the god said, Fels remained silent for a moment before disappearing.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Although the Labyrinth City is not large in overall area, it is the center of the world after all, with complete facilities and a wide range of entertainment options.

If the sake of the Soma Familia is an addictive poison, and the tavern Kobayashi visited was gambling, then the flower street overflowing with countless magic stone lamps is yellow.

Centered around the majestic Pantheon, the stronghold of the [Ist Familia], the bustling streets, seemingly symbolizing prosperity, are filled with the faint sounds of various joyful moans emanating from between the side-by-side buildings.

Men and women who crave pleasure sometimes shout loudly, and sometimes groan softly.

The flickering lamplight casts a hazy glow on the window or street, revealing two intertwined shadows on the bed, creating a scene that openly fuels a surge of hormones.

However, passersby did not feel embarrassed when they saw this scene; instead, they all showed knowing smiles.

"Is this the flower market? It's really lively!"

Kobayashi gazed at the brightly lit streets and sighed.

Brothels, where countless desires are exchanged for money, are bathed in a hazy light that sets them apart from any other part of the city, as if separated from other streets or areas, with an ambiguous atmosphere permeating the air.

In terms of quality alone, Axel's succubus shop is certainly no less than any of the brothels here, but in terms of quantity, it is utterly defeated.

Sometimes, a large number of girls with distinct styles can better stir the emotions of the guests.

It must be said, the High God Esther is quite skilled.

However, what attracted Xiaolin the most was not the dim, ambiguous lighting, or the faint moans and scent of rouge in her ears, but the man swaying in the crowd, looking very much enjoying himself.

He wore his signature cowboy hat with feathers, and his handsome profile revealed a mischievous smile.

The image of a playboy is deeply ingrained in people's minds.

Then, without saying a word, Xiaolin went up and kicked him, knocking him to the ground and then tying him up with silk thread.

"Ouch—it hurts, it hurts, it hurts, it hurts!!!"

Painful screams echoed through the streets.

The pedestrians on the road were slightly taken aback, but quickly turned their heads away and walked away, pretending not to see it.

This kind of thing is commonplace on Red Street.

Whether they are family members or gods, those who become too immersed in the pleasure quarters will eventually be brutally bound and brought back to their families.

They must have thought so too.

Kobayashi smiled, but his eyes flashed with a cold, murderous glint as he spoke gently, "Hermes, I've been looking for you for a long time. I never expected to run into you here. I suppose you were prepared for this."

"X-Xiao Lin?!"

Turning his head and seeing clearly who was sitting on his back, Hermes' handsome face flashed with obvious panic as he shouted, "Wait, wait! Give me a chance to explain!"

"No! ... Don't be afraid, it won't hurt. Rest assured, I will send you back to the Heavenly Realm cleanly and efficiently."

Kobayashi pulled out his shorts and, without saying a word, stabbed the neck of the god beneath him.

But just as he was about to succeed, a bottle of healing potion suddenly struck his wrist. The falling blade involuntarily veered off course, its cold light landing precisely on Hermes' throat, the icy aura causing the god to tremble involuntarily.

"please wait for a moment!"

The sound stopped him in his tracks.

Looking up, Asifi quickly stepped forward, pushed up her glasses helplessly, and said, "Mr. Kobayashi, please don't be impulsive. Is there some misunderstanding?"

"That's right, that's right, there must be some misunderstanding!"

Hermes shouted.

Kobayashi said unhappily, "Misunderstanding? There has been no misunderstanding between us since you used me as bait to lure all the Familias in the Labyrinth City."

"...Huh, what are you saying?"

"So, you told them that if they captured me, they could join the clan... Hmm? Wasn't that you?"

"It wasn't me! I haven't been in Labyrinth City for the past few days!"

Seeing Hermes's completely bewildered and clueless expression, Kobayashi was slightly taken aback.

Asphie also said, "It's true. I left the Labyrinth City with Hermes the day the War Game ended, and only returned this afternoon. During this time, he didn't have any contact with other Familias, so I think there must be some misunderstanding."

The unreliable Hermes is not to be trusted, but the honest Asphie can be trusted.

Kobayashi retracted the silk thread and stood up.

Hermes, now free, was helped to his feet by the helpless Asphie. Wiping the sweat from his brow with lingering fear, he complained with a hint of grievance, "Kobayashi, were you really going to kill me just now?"

"laugh."

"Hey...you can't be serious, right?"

"laugh."

The fake smile that concealed murderous intent made him realize that Kobayashi wasn't joking; he really had intended to kill him in public.

Hermes complained, "Kirin, aren't you being a bit too ruthless? I've never seen a mortal think about sending a god back. Is it really necessary to go this far?"

"After all, we need to teach the god who likes to push his luck a profound lesson so that he will remember it."

Kobayashi retorted without holding back.

Hermes straightened his cowboy hat speechlessly, but solemnly assured him, "I assure you it was absolutely not me who said this. I truly know nothing about it. Someone must have been using my name to maliciously deceive the other clans. As for their purpose, I have no idea."

The playboy heartthrob may lack morals, but he wouldn't lie to himself about something like this. But Ais and the others said it was Hermes who passed it down; if not him, then who?

And who else can use his name?

For some reason, a charming silver-gray figure appeared in Xiaolin's mind.

"Speaking of which, Kobayashi, what are you doing here?" Hermes said with a knowing smile that all men understood. "You couldn't have come here specifically to see me, could you? You must have come to..."

"Yeah, I came here specifically to relax a bit."

Kobayashi didn't tell the truth. After all, it was a task entrusted to him by Uranus; he couldn't be too blatant or obvious. Besides, Hermes wasn't trustworthy.

"On the contrary, what are you doing here?"

"Oh, actually I have a deal with Ishtar... I'm sorry, it's a trade secret, I can't reveal any more."

"Oh, really? Well then, goodbye."

Hermes winked deliberately, seemingly trying to pique Kobayashi's interest, but Kobayashi wasn't fooled at all and simply turned around to leave.

Hermes came here simply to fulfill the task Ishtar had given him: to find the Killing Stone.

The purpose of the Killing Stone is to store the soul of a fox girl, and each fragment can use its unique magic after it is destroyed.

——【Wanbao Hammer】

• Social mobility.

• This effect can only be applied to one person and lasts for fifteen minutes.

• The practitioner cannot use it.

This is undoubtedly a very powerful magic.

If the Killing Stone is used to remove the restriction of one person, the Ishtar Familia can produce powerful adventurers in large numbers.

It's not impossible that they could become the third largest clan in the Labyrinth City.

Seeing Kobayashi turn to leave, Hermes quickly stepped forward, put his arm around Kobayashi's neck, and said with a grin, "Don't be in such a hurry to leave. Kobayashi, is this your first time here? Would you like a knowledgeable senior to show you around?"

"...What about the deal?"

"Let's talk about it later!"

Hermes seemed to be a very kind person.

There is definitely a problem!

Kobayashi wouldn't fall for it. She pushed his arm away and said, "No need. I like to eat alone. I have absolutely no interest in things like sandwiches."

"Don't say that, I have some good stuff."

After saying that, Hermes took out a vial of blue potion from his pocket.

The effects of pulling out the potion in the red-light district are self-evident.

"Fool!"

Asphie sighed and rubbed her forehead, lamenting just how idiotic her goddess was to actually try to corrupt others.

Just when she thought Kobayashi would refuse righteously, he unexpectedly took the potion naturally and said, "In that case, I have no choice but to go and see for myself. Please teach me more useful knowledge, senior."

"Don't worry, I'll definitely hand it in properly!"

Hermes patted his chest.

Asifi paused for a moment, her eyes filled with sympathy as she looked at Ryuu beside her.

the other side.