Skadi, returning to infinity

Skadi ignored Ai's attempts to stop her; she had a feeling that this meeting would resolve many issues.

"...That's too dangerous."

Xiao Ai couldn't stop Skadi, so she could only fly around behind her, muttering to herself.

Skadi ignored him and slowly walked toward the White Tower.

As soon as she stepped inside, a little fairy flew to her side, took her hand, and led her through a passage to the side.

She didn't refuse and followed the other person all the way to the second floor.

It's unclear whether this second floor is the actual second floor of the white pagoda, as the space is not very large.

In the center is a pale purple magic circle, surrounded by a pillar of light, preventing others from approaching.

However, when the elf pulled Skadi closer to the magic circle, the pillar of light in the magic circle disappeared.

"You need me to come along."

The little elf pulled her into the magic circle, and the pillar of light rose again.

Then, they disappeared from the spot.

"Phew... I'm so glad to see you again."

When the light disappeared, Skadi found herself in a lush, green room.

There's a skylight overhead, and sunlight streams in, making the surrounding environment incredibly beautiful.

A young woman who was writing at her desk heard the noise and looked up at them.

The woman had long, light purple hair, wore glasses, and seemed to have nothing particularly special about her except for her beauty.

"Alina, come here."

Putting down her pen, the woman waved to Skadi... or rather, to Ai, who was hiding behind Skadi's head.

"Mom...Mom..."

Xiao Ai couldn't hide it anymore after being called that by her.

She floated out, looked at the purple-haired woman somewhat shyly, and called out.

This title is somewhat unexpected, yet it seems to make sense.

"Hmm, it seems you are indeed capable of separating from your mother."

"When you choose a child for you, it is indeed a very promising genius."

"Although we've been through so much, it seems... we can finally get you out of here."

Hearing her say that, Xiao Ai pouted.

"Mom, this is all thanks to my own efforts."

“I never told her that you are my mother.”

As she said this, she glanced back at Skadi, seemingly somewhat uneasy.

"No need to worry, I'm very adaptable to everything now."

Logically speaking, there's nothing wrong with this.

As the "first" envoy to officially pass the final trial and leave the Game of Gods, he was able to choose one thing to carry with him.

This thing is another system of "Game of Gods".

At the time, this matter seemed to have no problems.

But now that we know so much, we can see that something is amiss.

"My child, I don't want her to be trapped here like I am, so I found a way to let her leave."

"Now we only need to take the last step."

"They were supposed to order me to issue the order to attack you, but it seems they encountered some problems on their end, so the matter has been put on hold until now."

"I used some methods to make this matter less important, and it will eventually be forgotten."

"To make things easier for you, I'll help you get out of here."

Before Xiao Ai could refuse, the purple-haired woman tapped her on the head.

"Alright, Alina, from now on, you are completely independent of the [Game of Gods]."

"From now on, you can do whatever you want, don't worry so much."

"I'll help you cope with the pressure."

"If all else fails, you still have your older brothers and sisters. You know how much they love you."

“My children, I don’t want you to repeat the same mistakes. I want you to have a free and happy life.”

"Although it is difficult now, I will try my best."

As for you…

The purple-haired woman looked at Skadi and spoke gently.

"Thank you for taking care of my daughter all these years. She is very willful, and I am really grateful that you can listen to her sometimes."

"I will take care of the things you are worried about, so don't worry."

"The truth you want to know is about how I traveled through the [Game of Gods] to the real world and attacked you back then..."

She tried to say something, but Skadi interrupted her.

"I already guessed it, no need to say more."

Her ruby-like eyes were serious, as if the cause of all this was no longer so important to her.

"Ah."

The purple-haired woman sighed inwardly. She was the one who orchestrated it back then, and it was because of her support that that incident occurred.

Her goal was actually to get the "Strongest Agent" back to the [Game of Gods] to start over.

Only in this way can Xiao Ai have the opportunity to awaken and break free.

However, since she doesn't want to hear it, let's keep it a secret.

Ultimately, in retrospect, this incident was of immense help to Skadi.

Since the outcome was positive, it's understandable that she didn't want to pursue the matter further.

But compensation still needs to be given for this matter.

Chapter Seventy: This is your dowry.

"Even if you don't pursue the matter, you still need to receive compensation."

Choose two of these five items.

"Once you receive it, it will automatically be returned to your space."

"You can use it whenever you want, and give it to whomever you want."

"You deserve it."

After the purple-haired woman finished speaking, five orbs of light lit up in front of Skadi, allowing her to choose one.

"Excuse me, but how should I address Xiao Ai's mother?"

Skadi stepped forward, looked at the contents of the five orbs of light with some surprise, and then asked a question.

"Just call me Yue."

"The moon that illuminates the darkness of this land of gods."

The purple-haired woman laughed and replied.

"Moon...is this...your?"

Upon hearing her address, Skadi's eyes widened slightly, and she then took out the fragment of the moon goddess.

"Yes, this is a fragment of a godhood from one of my avatars."

"It was originally a gift for your trial."

"Ever since you obtained the War God's Manual and fully mastered the [Sword], I have been keeping a close eye on you."

"Of course, you are just one of them, but you are also the only one who has succeeded among the people I pay attention to."

"That's exactly why I placed all my hopes on you after that."

"Judging from the results, choosing you was the right decision."

Skadi was slightly taken aback by Yue's words, then shook her head and smiled bitterly.

"Sure enough, although I couldn't feel it at the time."

"But looking back now, it seems like everything has been going smoothly for me since then."

"Is everything part of your plan?"

She seemed somewhat discouraged.

"No, I'm just giving you a better opportunity, but whether you can seize it and truly complete the trial depends on yourself, and has little to do with me."

"You should believe in yourself, instead of questioning your abilities."

"You have memories of how much you did, how many dangers you encountered, and how you overcame them."

"Isn't that right?"

Moon's voice was gentle, making Skadi understand that what she had experienced was not the reason why she gave her special treatment.

"Um……"

Skadi sighed. She actually understood the reasoning; she was just a little insecure because she had suddenly learned the news.

"Choose one, this is your compensation."

"You don't have to choose, but I will give you the two items that I think are best suited to your current situation."

Yue didn't give her any chance to refuse; although her tone was gentle, it was very firm.