Xingtie: Starting with an in-depth analysis of the Yellow Springs

"The rules were established at that time. No one other than guests invited by Jin Zhi is allowed to trespass here."

Katniss led a group of Cleansers to surround Aglaia, seemingly prepared to fight to the death to kill a demigod. No one was confident of victory.

Aglaia turned around calmly. "But I guess... you're no longer going to pretend to be law-abiding, are you, Lady Katniss?"

“Aglaia, ha, Aglaia…” Katniss responded with a cold laugh in response to the questioning.

"You immortal demoness, you disguise yourself as a god and deceive the people... We have been too lenient with you all along."

Aglaia's words were sharp, tearing away the Senate's facade with the most peaceful language: "Mercy? Why use that hypocritical word to cover up your...incompetence?"

With these words revealing the true nature of the Senate, Katniss's face darkened like a storm cloud.

Meanwhile, Ms. Kanori was still producing.

"Anaxxramas has made you lose face before the citizens. If you still have any shame, you should leap off the Cliff of Dawn during the veil of darkness to preserve your last shred of dignity."

[Bai Er: It's a pity I acted too early; Katniss didn't hear it. She got off easy.]

[Feng Jin: I never imagined Katniss would be so radical, daring to attack Ms. Aglaia. Doesn't she consider the consequences?]

[Aglaia: A century-long plan was ruined by that summer. It was my oversight that I underestimated their hatred for me.]

[Star: But I don't understand, do the Cleansers have the ability to deal with Aglaia?]

Bronya: Their target might not be Aglaia, but rather those connected to her.

Paimon: What a wicked person! You're sitting at the same table as the Doctor.

Before the group of cleaners, Katniss's eyes were filled with resentment. "Demigod, why don't you use the pool water as a mirror and take a good look at your current wicked appearance?"

"Now you are not only blind and senile, but also senile... The Cleanser was born for this moment. When all order, rules, and laws can no longer restrain you, then it is time for the dagger to judge."

Aglaia said coldly, "If you're really so desperate, you might as well give it a try."

"Hmph... Hahaha... Fight a demigod head-on? We're not that stupid." Katniss laughed wildly, leaning closer and whispering like a demon.

"The dagger isn't pressed against your neck, but rather..."

Aglaia followed her gaze and saw that the people of Ohma lived in peace and contentment, showing no signs of despair for the end times. Children and parents went to the bathhouse, and there was a scene of tranquility.

Katniss's meaning was clear: with a knife to the necks of civilians, she intended to use the lives of innocent people to coerce Aglaia into willingly committing suicide.

"Your most serious accusation against me is that I am devoid of humanity, and you also accuse me of being insincere in my concern for human joys and sorrows."

"If the charges are upheld... what makes you think the lives of these civilians would make me compromise?"

[What! That damned Katniss, threatening Lady Aglaia with our lives! You are unworthy of being an elder of the Council!]

[Fou: I think Katniss is even more despicable than Lai Gushi now. She uses the people as a front all the time, but turns on them after losing the vote. Who's really supporting her?]

[Clatrus: I've long heard of the treacherous and cunning nature of the Caenis throughout history, but I think that's too lenient a description.]

[Fu Xuan: It is a grave taboo for power struggles to involve ordinary people.]

[Arminoas: Good riddance! At a time like this, still thinking about vying for power. I'd be a better senator.]

“No problem, then I’ll just waste some more breath and expose your demigod mask.” Katniss confidently recounted her meticulously planned scheme.

“I told you long ago, you are now not only blind and senile, but also muddle-headed. Lately, your control over Ohmma has weakened.”

"You couldn't see the theft we deliberately arranged in the market, nor could you overhear the rendezvous at the Earth Beast Workshop. You remained unmoved by the open conspiracy brewing right under your nose."

"Humanity is waning? Ha, Aglaia, why don't you use your proud golden threads to read my thoughts and see if the gift we've carefully prepared for you can move a cold demigod?"

Seeing her so confident, Aglaia immediately used her divine power, her golden thread probing the thoughts of the despicable person before her.

Wait... what's that?

Aglaia was burning with rage, flames seemingly overflowing from her eyes. "In this situation, I only regret that I wasn't cold-blooded enough. Because your evil... is incurable."

Katniss was extremely satisfied with her expression: "Finally read my mind? Ha... you really have become slow-witted. I've been trying my best to keep that image in my mind so that you could see it clearly."

The deaf-mute girl that Aglaia encountered when she was purifying the filth within the holy city.

"This thigh stone amulet is for you, sister. I hope it brings you good luck every day and that you'll never be bullied by anyone in the future!"

Katniss grinned smugly, "What would happen if that girl who can't speak or hear... also accidentally lost her eyesight?"

The joy she felt at the sight of her masterpiece, which she had been suppressing in Aglaia, spilled over onto her evil face.

“You know better than anyone what it feels like to lose your sight. Imagine, a thousand years ago, if you had gone blind as a child and were also deprived of your vocal cords and hearing—would you still be the Aglaia you are today?”

[Hanabi: What a beast! You should be glad I can't get into Onpharos. Otherwise… I'd let you experience it too.]

[Zhu Yuan: Even in New Elidu, Katniss's crimes are sufficient grounds for the death penalty or life imprisonment.]

[Fufu: Death penalty! Death penalty is necessary!]

[Aglaia: Thank you, Lady Firefly.]

[Firefly: Haha, Ms. Aglaia, you're welcome. My Sam won't interfere with her crimes either.]

[Bai Er: Lai Gushi, as someone from your Senate, are you going to stand idly by and not give us an explanation?]

[Lagus: Forgive my silence, but the Senate is merely a dispensable piece of data for Onphalus. As a spectator of divine rites, I do not participate in the decision-making of any faction.]

[Star: Okay. In that case, don't leave the field. Let's see how long you can last.]

Katniss looked at Aglaia with disinterest. "Look at your broken and pleading eyes... It's really disappointing. We overestimated your abilities."

Chapter 438 The Gray-Faced Kitten and Gentle Aya

"If this plan fails, we have prepared dozens of wonderful parting gifts... Demigod, would you like to hear them?"

A hint of regret flashed in Aglaia's eyes as she looked up into the distance. "...I thought I could buy myself more time."

"A thousand years... I witnessed the fall of ten Titans. From their initial arrogance and ignorance, to their gradual exploration and guidance of others..."

Aglaia stood on the edge of the platform, looking down at the golden bath below, where citizens came and went, enjoying this moment of tranquility.

"Now... it's time to let go. I should be grateful... grateful that I've finally waited for this moment—so that my departure can become a long staircase for everyone."

"...Have I done enough? If I were to embrace that prophecy now and fall asleep in the warm pool...would the wandering winds stop for me, Sephalia?"

This is your last bath in gold, but is it really a gold bath?

She slowly closed her eyes, turned and fell, the golden bath splashing water everywhere, marking the end of Aglaia's magnificent life.

[Sai Fei'er: I will, I will definitely stop for you, seamstress! You've persevered through a thousand years, why can't you wait for me a little longer... Seamstress, I've never been angry with you, and I didn't mean to avoid you...]

[Saifei: Waaaaah... You didn't even get my message, how could you die?]

[Sai Fei: Seamstress... I will always love you... forever...]

[Saifei: Can you knit me another pair of shoes? I really like them, I really like them... I'm probably tired too, wait for me.]

[Aglaia: Sefaria…you. Ah, I'm so glad…so glad that I was reunited with you in this life. I know you are a true hero, my hero.]

[Fufu: In the end, the water element is still abundant, waaaah, our Aya... see you tomorrow.]

Wendy: Even at the very end, she still worries about the journey to the fire. Why can't you live for yourself for even one more day?

[Cat: Abao?]

[Abao: What's wrong, kitty?]

[Cat: Please don't leave without saying goodbye... Fine, I'll stay by your side from now on. The last person you see will be me.]

[Little Fish Knight: Senate...! Caesar, I don't think we need to keep him around any longer. Even in the end, he'll just be a man-eating shark.]

[Little Candle: Correct.]

long long ago.

Wearing a black hood, with only her ears and tender little face showing, Saifeier arrived at Aglaia's tailor shop, standing on tiptoe and speaking in a light tone.

"Seamstress, I've arrived as promised! Look at this chest full of gold and silver treasures. I bet there are rare things you've never seen before!"

"Come on, as we agreed before, I'm going to buy your most valuable clothes!"

Looking at the dirty kitten, Aglaia said helplessly, "You little thief, you have no manners but plenty of guts, daring to barge into my weaving workshop wearing such shabby clothes?"

"What have you brought? Let me see."

The kitten pushed the box forward, looking rather smug. "Look around! These are all top-quality goods. Look at this sapphire, it's even bluer than Fagina's eyeballs!"

A dazzling sapphire was displayed on the counter. Aglaia picked it up and held it up to the sunlight to admire it, exclaiming in amazement, "What a magnificent luster... I've only ever seen a tear of the ocean of such quality in my mother's treasury..."

"...What? You've met before?" Sai Fei'er's expectation vanished in an instant, and she retorted, "I thought I was going to surprise you. Tch, what a disappointment."

Aglaia shook her head. "It's just a memory of rescue. My family's property was burned to the ground long ago. This weaving workshop is the result of my hard work."

"Wow, a young lady who has revitalized her family business, how admirable... Heh, stop joking, at least you did enjoy those riches and honors."

Aglaia chuckled softly, "Heh...rude wildcat."

[Feng Jin: Lady Aglaia used to be so gentle; every word she spoke seemed to be full of emotion. It's a pity that a thousand years of chasing fire gradually numbed her, causing her to lose that feeling.]

[Tibo: No matter what, Aya has never changed in our hearts.]

[Saifei: Ugh, why are you showing stories about me and Aglaia when we were little? My privacy! The seamstress was beautiful before, haha, she's the most beautiful now.]

[Aglaia: When did you learn to be so glib? But I like it.]

[Star: How's Saifeier? Pretty good results, right? Time to pay!]

[Saifeier: Grey, what are you saying? I don't understand.]

[Ling: Wow, Saifeier was so cute when she was little, I really want to raise one.]

[Nicole: Ropemaker, Cat, please reconsider. This guy wants to eat mackerel every day; we're already spending more than we're making ends meet!]

[Nekota: Meow!]

[Pella: Lady Aglaia is beautiful and gentle. From today onwards, I'm your devoted fan. Watch me craft a Golden Blood exclusive figure.]

[Xia Die: Can I join?]

[Pera: Welcome, welcome.]

[Star: I want Xia Die, Bai E, Wan Di... I want them all, and also Liu Ying and Sam!]

[Sunday: Please make one for the robin; I can prepay a million credits. Ahem, it would be even better if you could put me and her together.]

“I ask you, Cephalia—where did you obtain these treasures, and by what means?”

When questioned, the kitten arrogantly crossed its arms. "Ha, I won it through a fair and square bet. What, you doubt me?"

"Speak up, seamstress! Give me a straight answer: will you accept these treasures or not?"

Aglaia was puzzled. "It's really strange. You're lying to me right in front of me... but my golden thread... doesn't tremble at all."

"That's because I told the truth every single word; I didn't lie at all," the kitten said, dissatisfied.

"Is that really the case? But the scars and mud on your face tell me a different story."

The kitten hurriedly covered its wounds, but then, on a whim, simply lifted the hood over its head, revealing its disheveled appearance to Aglaia.

"You... Hey, why all this nonsense when we're doing business! Don't worry, I haven't left any evidence against you, no one will bother you."

"You're such a good liar, how can I be sure whether what you're saying is true or not?"

"...Dealing with rich people like you is such a hassle, such a waste of my time! Fine, if you won't accept it, there are other people out there..."

The kitten was indignant and picked up the sapphire on the counter to leave.

"…etc."

“I will accept your treasure. But this treasure alone is not enough to buy Jinzhi’s most expensive clothes.” Aglaia shook her index finger and turned to say.

"That being said, I do have an outfit that suits you perfectly."

The kitten's eyes lit up: "Oh? What's something good?"

Chapter 439 "Bartleus"

They were a pair of exquisite and gorgeous gold boots, shimmering with starlight under the sunlight, with feather patterns engraved on the upper, seemingly foreshadowing magical power.

"Wow! This is... sparkly gold, so beautiful!" The kitten's eyes were filled with the words "I want it."

Aglaia smiled and said, "These golden boots are one of the treasures of the Golden Weaving. They contain magical power. Legend has it that Zagres blessed these golden boots, allowing their owner to move with incredible speed without making a sound..."

"Put it on, Cephalia, and don't get caught again next time. Your beautiful face needs to be protected even more carefully."