This necromancer is going to seduce the beautiful girls who are already dead.

Then, the Abyss used divine magic to conceal the fluctuations of his magical power. Next, he opened a spatial rift and released a small figure from within.

"I'm here!" Leona said to the Abyss as soon as she emerged from the crevice. "Why did you call me here?"

Leona is currently under the blessing of divine magic, making her invisible to others, and the Abyss is not worried about her being discovered.

“Sophia still has to deal with Hollik’s tantrum at his place, so I’m asking you to come and help out,” Abyss said to Leona with a smile. “While we’re chatting later, could you help me steal some of his research data?”

Abis gestured to a table nearby, on which lay numerous handwritten documents. Bodil was clearly recording his research findings there.

The Abyss needs to collect as much magic as possible from the necromancers of the Council of the Dead. Knowing your enemy is half the battle, and now is an excellent opportunity.

“No problem!” Leona said smugly. “What, you like my light and graceful movements?”

“You’re small, you can squeeze into anywhere, making you perfect for sneaking into his room and taking things without him noticing,” Abis said earnestly. “I saw there are quite a few books under his desk, so I’m entrusting those to you.”

Leona pouted threateningly at Abyss, then happily went off to prepare.

Just then, Bodil finally returned after making the tea. He carried in a wooden tray with the tea set, placed it respectfully on the bedside table, and then sat down somewhat awkwardly next to Abyss.

“Thank you, Mr. Bodil.” Abis smiled and placed his hand on Bodil’s leg. “You’re so thoughtful. You have a great physique, quite muscular.”

“I’ve been working out lately…” Bodil said sheepishly, seemingly a little bewildered by the current situation, and hurriedly changed the subject, “Um… didn’t I say I was going to tell you about the big events that happened in the council… I’ll tell you now…”

“Okay.” Abyss still didn’t remove his hand, but he didn’t make any further moves either.

“Let me preface this by saying that I am only a mid-level councilor, and my authority is not sufficient, so I don’t know everything. I only know the general outline of this matter. Only members of the elder level or above can fully understand this matter.” Bodil organized his thoughts. “Recently, the council has cooperated with a very powerful person again.”

"Extremely capable? Does the council always cooperate with extremely capable people?" Abis tilted his head. "How capable are they?"

“He’s incredibly powerful. I heard from them that this extremely powerful person’s strength even surpasses that of the Three Venerables. However, for some reason, he now needs the Council’s support to do some things. In exchange, he will also provide some assistance to the Council,” Bodil said. “By the way… do you know that Abyss? He’s that terrifying fundamentalist necromancer on the continent. I heard he recently came to the Shadowfall.”

The Abyss was not at all surprised that the Council of the Dead knew of his arrival. The Lord of Delusion's deductive abilities were no joke; He should know something about the Abyss's actions. However, with the Nine Gods secretly assisting him, the Abyss was not worried that his whereabouts would be completely exposed to them.

The Council of the Dead is currently in a situation where they know the Abyss has arrived, but they don't know where the Abyss is or what it wants to do.

"I've heard of that necromancer, but hasn't he always been parrying our attacks instead of launching them? Why is he here?"

“That brings us to that very powerful man,” Bodil said. “I’ve heard that he has an irreconcilable feud with the Abyss. The Abyss wants to come here to cause trouble for him, while he hates the Abyss to the core and is determined to kill it.”

Abyss was somewhat puzzled. Did the Lord of Delusion really harbor such deep hatred for him? Abyss didn't necessarily want to destroy the Lord of Delusion; even banishing him from Hay Tver would suffice. He believed his grudge against the Lord of Delusion wasn't that great. And what about the Lord of Delusion? Why did He hate him so intensely? What grudge could there be?

“That must be an earth-shattering duel between big shots,” Abis said with a smile, narrowing his eyes.

“However, this kind of thing has nothing to do with us mid-level councilors. I heard that only members of the elder level and above are qualified to participate in cooperation with that person. Even senior councilors can only watch and have no say,” Bodil said. “Let’s just wait and see if good things happen. If the Abyss dies, the good days for the Council of the Dead will begin.”

"Should we go back and conquer the mainland?"

"Yes, the High Council has revealed to us that we want to rebuild the Council's influence on the continent. The Council is not interested in power on the continent, but the continent's rich resources and various relics are priceless treasures. The Council's great cause is only one step away from being accomplished."

"What is the great cause of Parliament?"

"I don't know that. I only know that the council is doing something very, very important. It's said that even the elders don't know the specifics. Only the three Venerables, who are in charge of the planning, know..."

"So, let's get back to the original topic. What kind of benefits does that sir intend to offer to the council?"

"This... I shouldn't know... I overheard their conversation when I met two high-ranking members... I'll only tell you this... They're testing an extremely powerful magical device. With that person's help, they're going to launch a magical bomb at the continent. I heard this bomb can instantly kill everyone in an entire city..."

Chapter 306 The Tough "Anita"

"Why specifically target the mainland? Won't this incite the hatred of the mainland mages?" Abyss asked. "Does the Council have some kind of backing? Is it deliberately trying to provoke a war?"

“Ahem… I don’t know about that, Miss Anita…” Bodil smiled awkwardly. “My rank isn’t actually that high, but I think the council must have its own considerations. The Three Venerables are wise men who have lived for over a thousand years, and their decisions rarely go wrong.”

“Yes, that’s true. I’ve heard that the Three Venerables are very powerful people, even when I was still an outer member… Have you ever seen what the Three Venerables look like?” Abyss asked with a smile.

“The Three Venerables’ appearances are not something others can see. Let alone me, even the elders probably wouldn’t be qualified to see them. I was fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of them, though. They look no different from ordinary mages, but the aura they exude inspires instinctive awe. They truly are powerful beings who have lived for over a thousand years.” Bodil spoke with a hint of reverence on his face, showing his deep admiration for the Three Venerables.

While Abyss and Bodil were talking, Leona was far from idle. She had been disguised by Flora's divine magic, and while Abyss distracted Bodil, she was rummaging through Bodil's desk, quickly flipping through all the books on it.

Leona possesses exceptional dynamic vision; what she sees can be transmitted with remarkable clarity to the Abyss via necromancy, allowing the Abyss to simultaneously memorize everything she observes. The Abyss has thoroughly examined all of Bodil's books—whether they are research materials, his experimental notes, or his highly private diaries—and has thus gained a complete understanding of his weaknesses and typical personality.

"There are a few more books he left under his desk. I think the more this guy talks to you, the more he wants to come over and take something out to show off to you. Abyss, hold out a little longer, okay?" Leona's voice came through the necromancy bond.

“Leave it to me,” Abyss replied calmly.

Bodil was indeed eager to demonstrate his extraordinary magical abilities to the beautiful Miss Anita. His feet began to fidget, wanting to retrieve one of his research findings from his desk and show Abyss, the newly promoted mid-level councilor, the powerful magic developed by his senior.

But Abyss certainly wouldn't let him do that; he also planned to have Leona make a complete copy of all of Bodil's information in one go.

“Um… Miss Anita… I have…”

"Don't go." Abis suddenly reached out and covered Bodil's mouth. "I want to sit here with you a little longer."

"Um...this..." Bodil's mind went blank again when Abyss's slender hand suddenly covered his mouth. The slightly lower temperature of Abyss's hand, along with the faint salty smell, created a special atmosphere for this man who had never been approached by a woman before.

Bodil wasn't unfamiliar with women, but they were all slaves, and his method of amusement with slaves was simply to cut their throats and watch them slowly die, spitting blood. Now, this beautiful Miss Anita was simply too wonderful, which made Bodil exceptionally obedient.

With the Abyss's affection, Bodil's hands began to move instinctively. He reached around from behind the Abyss and tried to put his arm around the Abyss's waist.

Abyss gently took his hand and placed it on his waist, but this also prevented his hand from groping further.

Leona would occasionally look up at Abyss, who was toying with poor Bodil, while flipping through the books under Bodil's table: "Hehe... so this book is that perverted old man's collection of erotic books, Abyss, do you want this?"

"Send me a copy of any book, no matter what it is," Abys said decisively.

"Wow, quite a lot. But the entertainment in Shadowfall is really lacking; the art style of these erotic books isn't very good," Leona said, flipping through the book. "You're not going to do some of those erotic scenes with Bodil later, are you?"

“No, that won’t work. It’s impossible to turn a charade into reality. Although I look no different from a woman overall, there are still some parts that haven’t changed,” Abyss replied. “Because you didn’t sculpt the whole thing for me. If you had, I might actually be able to give it a try.”

"You're being a pervert, aren't you!" Leona snapped.

While Abyss was joking and teasing Leona, he didn't forget to flirt with Podil. He maintained a distance from Podil, making her feel close but not so close as to lose her mystery.

“…Miss Anita…I…my feelings for you…”

"What do you want to say?" Abis squinted, grinning mischievously. "I'll give you three counts."

“I…I love…I…” Bodil stammered, wanting to confess to the Abyss, but he just couldn’t bring himself to say those simple words of love.

Abyss felt no burden. Bodil wasn't truly in love with her; there was no love at first sight, just lust. Bodil was simply at the point of having the desire but not the courage.

"One, two, three, time's up." Abyss covered Bodil's mouth again. "Well then, how about we save that for next time?"

“Okay…okay…” Bodil nodded hurriedly.

"So next... we can..."

"Hehe..." Bodil's desire finally overcame his shame, and his hand began to reach towards the Abyss's chest. The hand around the Abyss's waist also began to tighten, becoming somewhat rough.

Abyss knew he was serious, and he wasn't about to let Bodil succeed. Suddenly, she stood up from the bed, looking at Bodil with a mischievous smile, and said, "May I take a look around your house? Do you have any collectibles?"

"Huh?" Bodil was jolted awake, startled by the Abyss.

“I want to know you more,” Abyss whispered in Bodil’s ear. “I feel that there’s more to our relationship than just a fleeting moment of pleasure here.”

"Ah..." Bodil was dizzy again; Abyss's words struck him to the core.

“Abyss, I’ve read through all the books. I even found a few of the books he hid. Do you know what the one with all the ancient writing is?” Leona asked at this moment.

"I know... this guy actually got his hands on information that's beyond his level of expertise... is it a book about soul imprinting?"

Chapter 307 Three Sentences to Get a Man to Give Me Eighteen Months' Salary

Abyss initially only wanted to learn more about the collections of the mid-level councilors of the Council of the Dead, to see what kind of magic they possessed that he was unaware of. Unexpectedly, Leona found a surprising find in Bodir's collection.

This book is written entirely in ancient language, using extremely advanced grammar and vocabulary. Even many sorcerers who understand ancient languages ​​cannot fully comprehend it; only learned scholars with profound knowledge of ancient languages ​​can possibly understand it. The contents recorded within are the principles of soul imprinting.

“This book records the principles of leaving a mark on the soul. Leona, do you remember those devices in front of the Council of the Dead that could identify the marks on a person’s soul? Those things should be based on this theory. The title page of this book even states that it is forbidden for members below the rank of senior councilor to read it,” Abyss said. “Although the book doesn’t explain how to make such a device in detail, but only talks about some impractical theories, it is still a useful book… at least I have some inspiration now.”

"Wow, really? That's amazing!" Leona exclaimed excitedly. She wasn't one to scheme, and now that there was a way to bypass the opponent's soul scan, wouldn't that mean she could enter many places and infiltrate the Council of the Dead much easier?

"Well, I still have to thank you, Leona. How did you find the book hidden under the floorboards?"

"Hehe, there are books hidden under the floorboards, so the vibrations when you step on them are a little different. Most people might not notice, but this is me. Do you know how sensitive my feet are?"

"Next time, try using a feather."

"you dare!"

Abyss was already wandering around Bodil's house. Bodil kept showing Abyss things he was proud of, all of which were his magical research results. However, he was now distracted and wanted to get down to business with Abyss.

Abyss, of course, didn't give him that chance, and kept walking around the house with him until Bodil got tired.

Now that Leona has successfully escaped through the spatial rift, there's no need for him to waste any more time here.

“Oh, we’ve been looking around for so long, Mr. Bodil.” Abyss suddenly stopped at the door and said regretfully, “I have to go back, otherwise my boyfriend will get suspicious, and that won’t be good.”

"Your boyfriend?" A hint of jealousy flashed in Bodil's eyes. "You're going back?"

“Yes, but we didn’t get along very well before, and we might have to separate soon. That’s why I’m willing to spend time alone with you today.” Abyss smiled charmingly and touched Bodil’s hand. “Before leaving my boyfriend, I need to find someone better and gentler than him, don’t I?”

“Yes, yes, yes…” Although Bodil was somewhat disappointed, Abyss’s praise greatly eased his displeasure.

“Well then, I’m going back now,” Abyss said, turning around and walking towards the door.

Bodil was now burning with lust and desperately wanted to force Abyss to stay. However, he also knew that Miss Anita's ability to join the Intermediate Council meant she was strong enough, and even if Bodil tried to force her, he might not be able to defeat her.

"Are we going back already..." Bodil tried to persuade Abyss to stay, swallowing hard.

"Oh, right, now that you mention it, I think there's something else I need to ask of you."

As if he had been waiting for this sentence, Abyss suddenly turned his head and stared intently into Bodil's eyes.

Bodil paused, then asked, "Ask me? What is it?"

“As you know, I’ve just been promoted to a mid-level councilor, and now I finally have a great opportunity to buy more magic, materials, and slaves from the exchange. However, I used to be just an apprentice, and I couldn’t save up much money at all…” Abyss said with a heavy worry on his face. “I really want to spend some money to build a magical device so I can better observe the Shadow Demons. Could you invest some of your money in me? Once my research results are sold to the council, I will repay you with 20% interest.”

“That’s true… You’ve just been promoted, so you don’t have any money on you right now.” Bodil thought for a moment, then gritted his teeth, turned around and went back to his desk. He took out a handful of coins and put them in Abyss’s hand.

"Here is 10,000 gold coins, which is my income for a year and a half. You can take it and use it."

Abyss received the money but said nothing, only gazing at Bodil with affection.

Bodil felt a surge of happiness as Abyss stared at him, and said, "This is nothing, but you'd better remember to repay me later."

Abis nodded with pursed lips, then reached out and hugged Bodil.

Just as Bodil was about to kiss him, Abyss released him, waved to him, and left.

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