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Lily's appearance became resolute, and her chestnut-brown medium-length hair turned into golden, tousled hair, revealing a face called "Hero".

"Using the name of the Knights of Finana, which laid the foundation for the victory of the great struggle, should be enough to prove our stance."

Phil Weiss nodded: "At least it proves you're not a secret faction. But your sneaky behavior is still too suspicious."

"That's to monitor the movements of the secret faction and guard against enemies lurking in the shadows."

Lily shrugged and said, "Our goal, 'Noname,' isn't just superficial justice, but a resistance organization formed to oppose the machinations of 'Enio,' following the prophecy of the Jester."

"Jester? Prophecy?"

"Duo~, you might not know this. Lord Ciel is the agent who inherits the will of Jester." Lily explained the prophecy simply.

"Enio has orchestrated a grand conspiracy spanning 15 years, setting traps to destroy all of our city's overt military forces," Lily confessed.

"That's how it is. In order to investigate Enio's identity and his role as a hidden force (surprise weapon) in the city, the Lilies must all operate in the shadows and keep to themselves."

"Unfortunately, with Lily's strength, we can only do things like relaying information for now; we can't yet establish a decisive advantage. We are still unable to deal with opponents of the 'Fallen Fairy Clone' level. That's why we need time and new allies."

"Not to mention, Lord Ciel, there's also the ultimate, tragic wish of all humanity to vanquish 'The End.'"

“…” Phil Weiss pondered, considering the credibility of Lily’s words.

"why me?"

Lily, hands on her hips, scolded, "Of course, we don't want that idiot whom Lord Charles risked his life to save to die again just because he was wandering around the dungeon alone. Your current state isn't right; the buffs from your favors have all disappeared, haven't they?"

"..."

Phil Weiss also noticed something was wrong.

Although it was only for a moment, she seemed to have indeed unlocked the Grace ability, but she had no idea why the ability had disappeared now.

But she vaguely seemed to understand that the past of the "Dionysian Familia" had been dragged into hell by some willful individual.

Seeing that Phil Weiss did not react...

Lily scratched her head and said, "Besides... you see, Lord Charles is always that kind-hearted, silly guy. But as subordinates, there are some things we have an obligation to share Lord Charles's burdens with. Lily believes that you, who have Lord Charles willing to risk his life for, are worth it."

"And you will not betray Lord Charles."

"As for why it was me, Lily, who invited him..." Lily put her hands on her hips: "Of course, it's because you secretly ran away from Mr. Charles!"

"Never mind... You probably have your own concerns. Whatever your reasons are..."

She reached out her hand: "Don't you want to help Lord Charles, don't you want to be by his side sometimes? Even if it's just hiding in his shadow..."

"I……"

May I?

Phil Weiss hugged her arms and slowly squatted down.

Her emotions are very complicated right now.

The entire clan was deceived by "Enio's" lies, and Commander Nar died without ever knowing Dionysus's true nature. Later, for unknown reasons, he developed filthy thoughts towards Ciel, attempting to corrupt him with that monstrous magic stone.

Compared to Alpha and Liu, his own behavior and actions resembled those of a clown. He claimed to be righteous and noble, yet harbored unspeakable filth within.

That's why, seeing the pure and beautiful appearance of her blonde compatriots, she felt ashamed and thought of leaving Ciel. After she died, Enio wouldn't bother Ciel anymore, right?

But now...

Ciel is investigating Enio, and he is moving step by step toward danger. In order to keep Ciel out of danger, she has no choice but to monitor Enio in his place!

Yes, only she, as a member of the "Enio Familia," can save Ciel!

“Fine! I’ll join you! But I don’t trust you. I want Charles to tell me in person!” Phil Weiss said firmly.

Phil Weiss wanted to clarify everything with Charles about Enio's true identity and past.

If she openly admits that the seemingly gentle and refined deity is the mastermind behind the destruction of the city, would anyone believe her?

I'd just think I'm crazy.

Phil Weiss pondered how to describe it, and what tone and expression to use, to make Charles believe it.

She wanted Charles to believe her!

……

27th floor, an unknown cave.

Amidst the scattered human corpses and monster flesh, a green, fleshy tentacle inlaid with colorful magic stones slowly wriggled, devouring and shredding the remains and monsters.

Russian qing.

The green flesh throbbed like a pupa, then split open, and a woman with long, blood-red hair slowly crawled out of it.

She coldly surveyed her surroundings, clenched her wrist, and clicked her tongue:

"too weak."

She reached out and grabbed at the limp green flesh, its abnormal structure climbing up her body and transforming into a battle armor. She cut off her troublesome long red hair, revealing her cool and beautiful face.

That long face was beautiful yet deathly pale, as if it were a perfect face that combined the best features of various corpses.

Having finished everything, she glanced at the lake shimmering with celestial light, listened intently, and murmured:

"Xina..., you won this time."

"Just wait, I'll come back to find you soon."

With that, she strode into the depths of the maze.

There are still many things she needs to do to fulfill her tragic wish.

……

Meanwhile, in the river not far from the central battlefield.

A hand emerged from the mud, followed by a head, and then a body.

He suddenly exhaled a bubble, crushed the piranha that had attacked him with a single punch, and stared blankly and lifelessly around his surroundings...

"I...am not dead?"

He touched the colorful magic stone that appeared on his chest, and an endless sense of disgust welled up from the bottom of his heart. He tried to clench his fists, but no matter how hard he tried, he could not succeed.

In utter despair, he let the water wash over his body. The stench of blood from his self-mutilation attracted numerous aquatic monsters, which gnawed at his flesh, only to be crushed by his regenerated wrist before they could destroy the magic stone...

His eyes were dull and lifeless, a far cry from his former sunny and passionate self.

"Who am I now? Tell me, Anila..."

Chapter 338 It's all Finn's fault

27th floor, lakeside.

Ciel slowly awoke from the pillow on Ryu's lap.

He blinked blankly for a moment, then rubbed his head and murmured.

"Ciel, you're awake?"

"What's wrong with me?"

Ryu said with a straight face, "Alyssa said you must be mentally exhausted."

"is it?"

This wasn't Ciel acting; he was genuinely suffering from a depletion of magical energy.

He never imagined that activating the power crystal left behind by Pegasus would consume his mental energy.

Logically, with Alpha present, it should be Alpha's power that's being depleted...

Hmm, maybe it's because Alpha is still in its infancy? Lacking enough magic?

He had not studied the relics Pegasus left for Alpha before and did not know what abilities were hidden inside. Perhaps he could study them properly later.

Charles glanced at Alpha lying beside him, then asked:

"What's going on now?"

Ryu thought for a moment and said, "We are currently excavating the path to the upper level, processing the magic stones of the dead monsters, and counting the human corpses."

Charles paused for a second, then asked, "How many people died?"

Pain appeared on Liu's face:

"More than 300 people, the exact number is currently unknown. At least most of the expeditionary families sent out have suffered heavy losses. Of the 800 people, only 500 have barely survived, and most of them are still in critical condition and could die at any time."

These three hundred men were the pioneers who launched the special attack.

Those who survived were mostly lucky ones who were swept away by the river and far from the center of the battlefield.

Or, those who were severely wounded in the first attack, bitten by the monster and lost their limbs.

Of course, this does not include the adventurers who came down from Rivera.

"It is estimated that only about 200 people will be able to return to the ground relatively intact," Liu Dilu said.

200 people?

Compared to the original story, where only Phil Weiss survived, this is already a good ending.

At that moment, Leila, whose waist was wrapped in gauze and was oozing blood, came over and announced:

“Olivas and Valeta’s bodies have been found, and I feel something is wrong. But Alexie has decided to give up, and we’re preparing to go back.”

Charles knew that this was probably a forgery by Valetta using someone else's corpse. Such a clumsy technique could be accomplished with just an unlocking drug; to avoid being exposed, the flesh would have to be destroyed, leaving only the skeleton.

Charles instinctively tried to think of a solution for Valetta, but quickly realized that Tina was the one who should be complaining, so he gave up on that idea.

Leila glanced at Charles: "Of the Dionysian Familia, only one person has survived. Do you want to go see him?"

Charles nodded and followed Lyra out of the temporary camp.

He was taken aback when he saw the so-called 'survivors'.

It wasn't Phil Weiss?

"You... what are you doing here? Weren't you dead, Commander Nar? Where's Philwiss? Where is Philwiss?" Charles asked in astonishment.