Chapter 532: Yubina Goal
"Strength doesn't come out of nowhere, Quartz. It requires a lot of energy to maintain.
I don't know the details, but Edward said the mechanism is just infusing energy into monsters that already live there."
"There's more to it.
Those monsters come from the outside world.
But it won't be a problem for both of us."
After some more discussion, the four of them left toward the human region.
They didn't know Alex and Mingyue were now in the same region.
Outside the territory, Olivia was walking in a daze at the back.
Now that they were going to meet up again with Alex, she couldn't help but feel conflicted.
She wanted to meet him, but it was painful since she knew Mingyue would be at his side.
Yubina's lips curled into a sly smile.
She then jumped to Olivia's shoulder.
Meanwhile, Quartz was talking with Ariadne as she gave her some suggestions on how to break into a new realm.
"What are you thinking, young one? You seem to have some problems."
"Lady Yubina, nothing is wrong."
Olivia addressed her formally since they were now cooperating.
'Hmm...
But I am sure something is on your mind.
Don't worry, you can tell me. I can keep it a secret.
And don't you think getting a third opinion is better?
Someone neutral who doesn't know anyone.'
Olivia hesitated, but when she thought about it, she realized Yubina was right. Stay updated through empire
Quartz also had no comment despite knowing the situation.
She, too, was caught in a hard place.
Olivia then told her the gist while skipping through many details.
Even though they were allies, she couldn't just tell her about the progenitor and vampires.
Many things she kept secret, except for the fact that they had a method to go to another world.
Yubina also already knew about this.
'Hmm... In that case, don't give up too early.
Having more than one wife is normal here.
You just need to convince both of them you deserve to be there.'
'But I am far weaker than them.
They are too far away for me to catch up.
Even if I become immortal, it will not be enough.'
'In that case, how about this lady helps you?
I will give you a cultivation method that enhances your strength.
Not only that, this will raise your beauty and give you the ability to charm others.'
'A charm spell?'
Olivia considered it for a second but quickly rejected the idea.
'That is not the relationship I want to have with him, but thanks for the offer.'
'Well, the charm skill is only there because it was created by me.
You should know, as part of the Nine-Tailed Fox Clan, it's one of our innate abilities.
And there's nothing wrong with having the skill.
It's up to you to use it or not.'
'But...'
'Don't you want to become stronger?
Young one, if you really love that man, you should stop at nothing to be with him.
Take it as a suggestion from someone who has lived for centuries.
Worrying about the future is good and all, but what really matters in the end is the present.'
Olivia reluctantly agreed. In the end, it was better to have more methods.
Even if it was a trap, she could study it first and learn it later.
Meanwhile, far away from them, another Yubina was standing in front of someone wearing a purplish hood.
On the hood, there was a letter written in gold that read "Gu."
"As expected from you, Fox Empress, you have many tricks up your sleeve.
But to think your avatar is strong enough to trick another empress."
"That's my secret to hide. So, I've done my part. Can you give me the thing I wanted?"
"Of course, we of the Gu Clan always fulfill our promises.
With this, you can go to any world you want, Empress.
But I will remind you, it can only be used once."
The man gave out two talismans with eyeballs painted on them.
"This one is to leave this world, while this one will bring you back to this place."
"To think you have these even with such strong formations."
"Haha, I appreciate your praise, but we are nothing more than a group of merchants, Empress.
Now, excuse me, I have more tasks to do."
"Wait. I know it's part of the rule, but can't you at least tell me?
I just really don't get it. Why would you give out such a cultivation method to that human?"
"Ah, it seems you have tried to cultivate it.
This will lower your credibility, Empress."
"Like that ever matters. You guys come and go as you wish."
"Well, take this as an after-service, then.
This technique was created solely for her.
As for the details, I cannot say more since that would breach the contract."
The hood on the man then started contorting as if some kind of creature existed inside.
It then fell to the ground, followed by many insects spreading out.
With a flick of her finger, Yubina burned all of them.
"Tsk, as disgusting as always.
At least they always keep their deal."
This was not the first time Yubina had made a deal with them.
Every time, they always fulfilled their promises.
Her gaze then looked at the talisman, filled with longing.
"Finally, after all this time..."
Meanwhile, back at the Neko Clan...
Inside the room, a large cube was hovering in the air, spinning.
Each time it finished a rotation, it spread out a small pulse of green energy.
Underneath it, three people lay unconscious: Kageyasha, Kurone, and Kurosora.
"To think the Emperor put himself at risk like this."
"It just means she was very important to him, Mingyue.
Wouldn't you do the same for those you love?"
"Well, I would do it for you or my brother, but even then, I would put some countermeasures in place."
Alex let out a chuckle.
"Well, who knows what kind of backup plan he has.
Anyway, do you want to get in?"
"Is there any use?"