My queen is rebelling!

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In any case, Mavis's words were originally meant to praise the girls' beauty.

For a city lord of a high-level city-state, a peak extraordinary individual at the half-step legend level to actively show goodwill, this action in itself already indicates to everyone his willingness to actively integrate into this team.

The atmosphere in the room immediately became much more harmonious.

Cohen also briefly introduced everyone to the cause and effect of Mavis joining the team. When they heard that Cohen went to the Kingdom of Ceylon to swindle a legendary magic equipment from the Third Prince, the gazes of several people towards Cohen contained a few more complex meanings.

Especially Windsor Adler, whose eyes instantly added many unspeakable emotions.

I'm here working tirelessly for your cause, without complaint.

Yet you're off trying to get the founding marshal's sword for a woman you've only known for a few days.

You have time to find magic potion materials for Mavis, but no time to find space stones to repair the 'Book of Time and Space', huh?

You've long forgotten your original promise, haven't you? A man's words are indeed not to be trusted!

Thinking like this, the expression on Windsor Adler's face gradually turned cold.

Cohen quickly noticed the emotions emanating from Windsor Adler and realized his impropriety.

Windsor Adler has been working for him for so long for nothing, and he hasn't even fulfilled half of his promises.

Thinking of this, he considered his next plan.

Windsor Adler's reaction reminded him that it was indeed time to go to the dwarves.

Whether it's trading space stones or commissioning the dwarves to forge the 'Star Guardian Armor,' this trip is imperative, and the sooner the better.

The situation in the royal capital, Florence, is becoming more and more bizarre day by day, and has reached the calm before the storm.

Herman hasn't contacted him for a long time, which means that his current situation is very serious, perhaps he is already involved in the core transactions between High Judge Gore and the DuPont family.

He is being closely monitored and unable to send messages out.

All indications show that he must create an 'elite' level army as soon as possible to deal with the various crises that may arise.

Thinking of this, Cohen said:

"Regarding our next actions, this is what I'm thinking--

Windsor Adler, Grace, Mavis, the three of you will join forces to ignite the fire seed.

If this 'Order Fire Seed' is completely burned, it will be enough to create a new 'Order Oasis'.

The key now is that we don't have enough manpower and strength to guard such a large place.

Moreover, the new 'Order Solid Earth' only has the general outline of a city, and many basic constructions have to start from scratch.

When the place becomes larger, the financial pressure will also follow, and there is also the population. It is impossible to have so many people pouring in in a short period of time.

Therefore, my opinion is to proceed gradually, step by step, first open up a part of the 'Order Solid Earth', and then develop the subsequent 'Order Solid Earth' after our power expands further."

As soon as Cohen finished speaking, Mavis couldn't help but ask:

Mavis was even more surprised and quickly asked:

"Once the 'Order Fire Seed' is ignited, it is an irreversible process, and the process of order recovery will not stop.

What you just said seems infeasible."

Cohen quickly replied:

"I will teach you a sealing formation. As long as you seal the fire seed after it is ignited, you can stop the order recovery.

My initial plan is to revive three high-level order city-states, plus some floating islands, roughly equivalent to one-third of the 'Order Oasis' territory, what do you think?"

The girls had no objections, and Cohen added meaningfully:

"In addition, after the new 'Order Solid Earth' is opened up, I may have to go on a long trip.

Therefore, most of the things will still have to be left to you to handle."

Asuna said helplessly upon hearing this:

"Why are you going out again? Where are you going this time?"

Grace said jokingly:

"Which girl has our团长大人 taken a fancy to this time?

It wouldn't be that you're bringing back another sister for us this time!"

Cohen said helplessly:

"Don't let your imagination run wild, I'm going to the dwarves to discuss the matter of forging armor.

I also have to trade some things.

Okay, it's not like I'm leaving right away. I have to wait until the 'Order Solid Earth' is opened up and stabilized before I leave."

Hearing Cohen say that he was going to trade some things with the dwarves, Windsor Adler's face obviously turned from cloudy to sunny, and she looked much better.

She could also guess that the things Cohen was trading should be space stones, which would be used to repair the 'Book of Time and Space' and help her enter the ancient elven tomb under the ruins of the Arcane Empire!

...

Outside the Gengzhe City-State, on a large area of 'Wasteland', the members of the 'Endless Blade' adventure group, except for Arnold and Margaret who were training the army, were all here.

Asuna, in her professional attire, meticulously reported to Cohen on the relevant work of the population attraction policy:

"...The City Lord's Mansion has received many intentions from organizations and forces, mainly those who failed to compete in other 'Order City-States' or 'Order Floating Islands' and were driven out.

These organizations and teams are generally weak, but they have a large number of subordinates and cannot afford the high cost of living.

However, there are still concerns that our 'Gengzhe City-State' cannot bear so many people."

Cohen said:

"It's okay, their doubts will be dispelled after the new 'Order Solid Earth' is developed.

As long as there is the first batch, the subsequent population will definitely continue to enter."

Cohen paused and said to Windsor Adler:

"Notify the Solari family to have their infrastructure team move in next week, the more people the better.

Tell them that within two months, I want to see three 'Order City-States' that can operate normally.

Remind Presito that if they can't do it, I'll have to replace them.

I heard that the alchemists from 'Mechanical Continent' are also very capable in engineering construction."

In the extraordinary world, great power belongs to oneself. With the assistance of various extraordinary powers, the speed and ability of infrastructure construction will only be more powerful than the technological society of Cohen's previous life.

Windsor Adler's thin lips curled up slightly:

"No problem, I believe the Solari family will not watch such a big business slip away from their hands for nothing."

After arranging everything, everyone looked at the vast wasteland.

On the boundless and desolate 'Wasteland', the earth was cracked, and dust and poisonous mist filled the sky.

Various dangerous and mysterious magic turbulence appeared and disappeared from time to time.

Order collapsed, and there was no vitality.

The dilapidated buildings were like silent giants, telling the story of the past glory and the present desolation.

These were once symbols of the powerful civilization of the 'Arcane Empire', but after the fall, they became the 'Wasteland' that everyone avoided.

Cohen took a light breath and said to the three gold-ranked individuals, Windsor Adler, Grace, and Mavis:

"This time, Mavis will be the main one. She is already a half-step legend and has faintly touched a trace of the power of rules, so her control over the fire seed will be more stable.

The ignition process is not troublesome, the focus is on the termination later. Just follow the steps I taught you before."

The three girls looked serious and responded in unison.

After giving the instructions, Windsor Adler tapped her jade finger a few times in the air, and a dimensional space array appeared, taking out the 'Order Fire Seed'.

When the fire seed appeared, everyone couldn't help but be attracted to it.

The fire seed was like a dazzling pearl, suspended in the void of the wasteland.

The whole body exuded a soft and mysterious light, sometimes intertwined like golden threads, and sometimes rippling like blue ripples, mysterious and incomparable.

At the core of the fire seed, there seemed to be a beating flame. This flame was not the usual orange-red color, but a mysterious and noble purple.

The surface of the fire seed was covered with faint mysterious patterns, like ancient runes, seemingly telling the glorious past of the 'Arcane Empire'.

The patterns flickered constantly, emitting a trace of the power of rules. The air around the fire seed was slightly distorted due to its existence, as if there was an invisible energy shield guarding this precious seed of hope.

Mavis took the lead, and a rare solemn expression appeared on her beautiful face as she began to mobilize the magic power in her body.

Strands of magic power poured out from her palm, rushing towards the fire seed like agile streams.

The moment magic approached the Fire Seed, the mysterious patterns on its surface seemed to come alive, beginning to flicker with an even more dazzling light and wriggling slightly.

Winsardler and Grace, upon seeing this, also awakened the magic within their bodies and joined the process of igniting the Fire Seed.

As three powerful streams of magic poured in, the purple flames at the core of the Fire Seed began to pulsate violently, and the power of the laws it emitted grew increasingly intense.

The flames burned brighter and brighter, and the light became even more intense, bathing everything around in a purple hue.

A powerful energy fluctuation permeated the air, as if a storm was about to arrive.

Suddenly, the Fire Seed erupted with a dazzling light that surged outwards like a tide.

Wherever it went, the dust on the wasteland was instantly dispelled, and the cracked earth trembled slightly, as if welcoming new life.

At the same time, a powerful force of law, carrying a scorching aura, shot straight into the sky and spread in all directions of the "Lost Land."

Everyone in the "Lost Land" felt this overwhelming and powerful aura.

The words "Order Fire Seed!" popped into many people's minds.

In the Mysterious Continent, at the top of the Wizard Tower, Belmorty's figure appeared at the highest point, gazing remotely at the direction from which the Fire Seed came, which was the location of the 'Cultivator City-State'!

Feeling the vast aura of the Fire Seed, everything that had happened before was connected.

A trace of annoyance and understanding surged on Belmorty's face.

She finally understood why this "Lord of Shadows" wanted to ask her for the "Pioneer Order."

Why he was determined to go to the "Cultivator City-State."

He actually held the "Order Fire Seed" in his hands!

Judging by this momentum, he could at least restore the territory of two advanced "Order City-States," which was really benefiting him.

Moreover, he was occupying the "Cultivator City-State" under her banner. Needless to say, others would definitely think that she had ignited the Fire Seed herself.

This kid could even freeload on her protection, really… Belmorty became more and more angry as she thought about it. Not only did he seduce her sister, but he also wanted to involve her in protecting his forces.

With this thought, her figure flashed, and she went to question him!

In addition to the Mysterious Continent, the other four major forces—

The Twilight Realm from the "Twilight Continent," the Wolf Raider Gang from the "Night Moon Continent," the Black Magic Touch from the "Chaotic Demon Continent," and the Alchemy School from the "Mechanical Continent"—all noticed the movement here.

After discovering that it was the territory of the Mysterious Continent, several Lord-level big shots secretly praised the lucky woman.

When they sensed that the power of the Fire Seed was only enough to reshape a few "Order City-States," they lost the desire to investigate.

It was not worth offending the most mysterious woman in the "Lost Land" for a few city-states.

However, the Demon Lord of the Chaotic Demon Continent, which was closest to the Mysterious Continent, still sent a message to the [Performer], asking her to pay attention to the situation here when she had time.

The Demon Lord could not have imagined that his most trusted subordinate was the mastermind behind igniting this "Order Fire Seed."

Shadow Floating Island, located within the territory of the five oasis-level forces, the "Twilight Realm."

Duke Roland had just finished resting his troops and was preparing to consolidate the three Order Floating Islands he had recently conquered.

Suddenly, he sensed a strong aura coming from afar.

Vigard, the Blood Clan steward beside him, was slightly startled and said in a deep voice:

"Order Fire Seed!

Someone is igniting the Order Fire Seed!

Judging by this momentum, it can at least create a complete advanced 'Order City-State.'"

A trace of envy flashed in Duke Roland's eyes. He had been busy for so long and had not even touched the shadow of a city-state. Someone could easily obtain an "Order City-State" by lighting a fire. It was really infuriating to compare people.

"Looking at this direction, it should be the Mysterious Continent of the Lord of Sequence.

That woman is not easy to provoke, but it's just a city-state. It is estimated that the other forces will not have any major actions."

Hearing "Mysterious Continent," Duke Roland's expression changed slightly, and he asked:

"Can you know the exact location?"

Vigard nodded and said:

"We have people in the Mysterious Continent. I'll send a message to ask."

Duke Roland had a hunch that this burning Order Fire Seed might be related to the "Lord of Shadows."

He was now in the Mysterious Continent.

Soon, Duke Roland's hunch became a reality.

"Cultivator City-State?"

A look of dejection suddenly appeared on Duke Roland's face, and he shook his head and said:

"No need to investigate. I'm sure, absolutely, it's the work of that 'Lord of Shadows.'"

Duke Roland sighed deeply, looked at the three hundred "elite-level" guards under his command, remained silent for a long time, and said:

"Let's go, children, I'll take you home!"

Hearing Duke Roland's words, the Blood Clan steward Vigard was suddenly shocked and asked:

"Does Your Highness want to…"

Duke Roland smiled bitterly and said:

"I guarantee that no matter how much 'Order Solid Ground' this Order Fire Seed can create, it will ultimately belong to the 'Lord of Shadows' alone."

Vigard said in disbelief:

"How is that possible? That person is at most a Silver Rank, and he only has one Gold Rank elf by his side.

The Lord of Sequence is a Legendary Rank transcendent. How could she tolerate the newly opened 'Order Solid Ground' belonging to someone else?"

A look of emotion appeared on Duke Roland's face, and the emotion in his eyes was very complicated:

"It won't be wrong. He must have enough confidence to do this.

You don't understand him. I personally experienced the Great War of the Six Saints that shocked the continent.

I was one of the few people who observed the 'Lord of Shadows' at close range.

There is an indescribable temperament in this young man, that is, the mentality of always treating everyone, whether it is Gold, Legend, or even Saint, with calmness from the bottom of his heart.

Always calm and composed, always indifferent, as if nothing in this world can shake his heart.

Compared to his talent, scheming, and methods, I think his temperament is the most rare."

Roland's high evaluation made Vigard look astonished.

It was the first time he had felt frustration and loss from this noble and arrogant Duke of the Empire.

Duke Roland continued:

"I believe this is just the beginning.

His name will sooner or later set off a huge storm in the 'Lost Land,' just like before in Florence.

It's useless for us to persist any longer, and it's just a waste of effort.

I'd better withdraw in advance and retain a trace of dignity.

These floating islands will be my gift to Your Excellency, and it will also be a thank you for taking care of us so much during this time."

Vigard concealed the surprise in his heart and bowed solemnly to Duke Roland:

"Your Highness, I also admire your tolerance and mind!"

Pacino Della, the second-in-line heir of the "Darkwing Family," who was making great strides in Night Moon Continent, smashed several cups in anger after receiving detailed information.

Beside him, his cousin and staff member looked at the information with a solemn expression and said in a deep voice:

"Order Fire Seed, the 'Lord of Shadows' actually has an Order Fire Seed!

No wonder he is so confident that he can compete with us.

The Golden Winged Woman has indeed found a very powerful helper!"

Pacino said angrily:

"What dog shit luck did this kid have that he could even get this kind of thing?"

Lamb quickly analyzed:

"But don't worry too much, the Lord of Sequence will not stand idly by and watch the Lord of Shadows occupy the newly opened territory. He is just making a wedding dress for others by doing this."

Hearing this, Pacino's face looked a little better.

The observation group from the "Pale Wings" also received this news.

After learning that the place where the "Order Fire Seed" was ignited was located in the "Cultivator City-State" of the Mysterious Continent, unsurprisingly, almost everyone focused their attention on Isabella.

Isabella raised her eyebrows slightly and said:

"I haven't been in contact with him for a long time. I don't know the specific situation either.

Let's wait for the information."

Seeing Isabella's statement, the others were embarrassed to force her to ask.

Everyone was busy with their own affairs. After a while, Meyer Rothschild, the second-in-line heir from the "Purple Wing Family," suddenly said:

"I heard that Mr. 'Lord of Shadows'' logistics line has already started to be used?"

Isabella looked down at the document, didn't even raise her head, and said lightly:

"Young Master Rothschild seems to be paying special attention to the 'Lord of Shadows.'"

Meyer showed a hearty smile:

"I like to make friends with young talents the most. The 'Lord of Shadows' is very much to my liking. I really hope to have a frank exchange with this person."

Isabella said calmly:

"Don't try to get information out of me here. I don't know his true identity either.

If you really want to know, just go find him yourself."

Seeing that the atmosphere was deadlocked, Cruz Della, the representative of the "Darkwing Family," smoothed things over:

"Does the Second Young Master have any ideas?"

Meyer smiled and said:

"There really is one. Since Mr. 'Lord of Shadows' already has a relatively complete logistics route, why don't we try running it first?

Contact the dwarves and try sending a shipment to see the effect?

It will also be convenient for us to calculate subsequent costs and construction investments."

Meyer's proposal instantly aroused everyone's interest.

Isabella frowned slightly and looked up at Meyer·Child, who had a sincere smile on his face.

The latter looked calm and composed, and it was impossible to tell what bad idea he was planning.

Soon, someone else said:

"Having said that, this is a good idea. Anyway, we are idle, so let's send a batch of goods to see what happens. If the effect is good, maybe we can end the observation early."

"That makes sense, but contacting the dwarves... we still have to trouble the Golden Winged Woman."

Several people expressed their opinions.

Seeing that everyone had vaguely reached an agreement, Isabella had no excuse to object and said:

"This matter still needs the consent of the 'Lord of Shadows'.

I'll talk about it when I get a chance to contact him."

Just as she was speaking, intelligence came over.

It was not from the Farmer City-State, but a message from Grand Duke Roland.

When they saw the content of the letter, everyone was slightly moved.

Grand Duke Roland actually announced his withdrawal from the competition and directly abstained!

It is also equivalent to declaring the abandonment of the 20% profit.

This sudden news caught everyone off guard.

The chairman on duty quickly calmed down and said:

"Since we are going to find the 'Lord of Shadows' to discuss the trial operation of the trade route, then let's do this, summon all three forces back.

Hold a temporary meeting to discuss the current situation."

Without Grand Duke Roland, it is essentially an internal competition within the "Pale Wings" family. Perhaps this competition can be ended early through coordination.

Everyone discussed for a moment and agreed to the proposal.

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Isabella looked calm and silently looked at the letter in her hand. She had conducted many rounds of negotiations with Grand Duke Roland and understood his character. He didn't seem like someone who would give up easily.

She faintly felt that all of this was related to Cohen, but the specifics would have to wait until she met him.

......

Cohen and his party walked on the "Solidified Order Land" that had been restored to order.

After restoring the three advanced "Order City-States" and two "Order Floating Islands", Cohen asked Winsader and others to temporarily seal the spark.

Feeling the majestic energy inside the spark, this time it probably used one-third of it.

Several people walked through the city-state of the Arcane Empire that flourished thousands of years ago, all feeling a little emotional.

The long-term chaotic order has wiped out all historical traces of the Arcane Empire. Only the dilapidated outlines of buildings can vaguely show the prosperity and prosperity at that time.

Fortunately, the basic urban prototype is still there, so there is no need to start all over again.

Cohen repeated the next stage of the task:

"First let the infrastructure team of the Solari family enter the site, and at the same time let the forces and people who intend to settle in the city-state begin to migrate here.

This workload is very large. It is definitely not enough to rely on Asuna alone. Mefis, if you are not busy, help Asuna."

"Okay."

Cohen looked around, pondered for a moment and said:

"It's time to give our forces a name.

Then let's call it 'Endless Alliance', what do you think?"

Before the girls could express their opinions, a clear voice suddenly sounded in everyone's ears:

"'Endless Alliance'?

Interesting, but you are building a force on my territory. It's a bit unreasonable not to say hello to me!"

The clear voice was accompanied by a faint pressure, shrouding everyone's hearts.

Legendary rank!

Being able to quickly and accurately locate Cohen and others, and also being a female voice, needless to say, the visitor must be Lord of Sequence, Belmodi·Winyard.

Belmodi's appearance did not surprise Cohen.

He ignited the spark under her nose, and the dignified legendary rank could not be indifferent.

Cohen greeted the other party and bowed.

Belmodi stared at Cohen for a while and said slowly:

"You didn't even say hello about such a big thing. Is this what you said to me about cooperation and friendship between us?"

Cohen nodded calmly and said slowly:

"I didn't have time to communicate with Lord of Sequence, it's my fault.

Since you are already here, I sincerely apologize to you."

Belmodi sneered:

"Is there only an apology?"

Cohen quickly said:

"I can exchange a secret with you. I think this secret is enough to make up for my mistake."

Belmodi nodded slightly, waved her hand, and the two disappeared in place instantly.

Seeing Cohen being taken away, except for Mefis, everyone was shocked, with anxiety on their faces.

Mefis said:

"Don't worry, from what I know, Lord of Sequence won't do anything to him.

At most, a small punishment."

Winsader showed a trace of doubt and said:

"Strange, doesn't this Lord of Sequence recognize the 【Performer】from the Chaotic Demon Continent?

Why didn't she react at all after seeing you?"

Mefis said calmly:

"The Mysterious Continent and the Chaotic Demon Continent are not mortal enemies. What's so strange about me appearing here?

She doesn't want to pay attention to me, probably because she thinks I'm not high enough."

Belmodi took Cohen to a quiet place and asked with interest:

"Tell me, what secret can quell my anger?"

Cohen said slowly:

"The secret of how the 【Performer】can successfully advance to the half-step legendary rank."

Belmodi took a deep look at Cohen. Why did the other party suddenly mention Mefis? Could it be that he suspected her true identity?

That's impossible. Even the Demon Lord hasn't noticed Mefis's identity. How could this newcomer who has only been in the Lost Land for less than a year know?

She asked calmly:

"What, is it your credit that the 【Performer】broke through to the half-step legendary rank?

No wonder she is here."

Belmodi was actually curious about how Mefis successfully broke through with Cohen's help.

It's just that due to the soul contract, Mefis can't tell her clearly.

Now that the other party is willing to exchange this secret, she is happy to see it happen.

Cohen felt amused when he saw Belmodi pretending not to know Mefis. He couldn't wait to expose her lies in person and see her embarrassing performance.

However, he gave up the idea afterwards. Since Mefis didn't want Belmodi to get involved in the relationship between the two, he was willing to respect her choice.

Cohen adjusted his tone and said:

"That's right, you should have noticed the aura on Mefis's body. It was with my help that she successfully broke through to the legendary rank and safely survived the dangerous period of taking the potion."

Then, Cohen told Belmodi the theories he had told Mefis before.

Including "adaptive training", "the quality and grade classification of potions", and "how to avoid the risks of taking potions", etc.

"How is it, is this secret enough to express my apology to you?

For you sequencers, this should be considered a priceless treasure!"

Belmodi's expression was slightly condensed, and a look of surprise flashed in her dark purple pupils.

Cohen's theory about potions gave her an indescribable excitement and joy.

It was as if he had opened a door full of hope for his lifelong career.

All kinds of complex emotions welled up.

No wonder that silly girl Mefis was willing to make such a big sacrifice. If what Cohen said was true, even she would be unable to hold back.

Belmodi suppressed her excess emotions, nodded, and then asked:

"Did you research all of this yourself?"

Cohen replied:

"Half of it was researched by myself, and half of it came from some ancient inheritance."

Belmodi asked a key question:

"The 'adaptive training' of different sequencers should be different, right? How much have you mastered?

Also, how much do you know about those high-quality potions, and how much can you configure?"

Cohen smiled slightly:

"At least I know very well how to carry out adaptive training and configure 'perfect' level potions for your 'Goddess of Destruction' sequence.

Friendly reminder, when you break through from the low stage of the legendary rank to the middle stage, if you take the 'Calamity Ⅱ' of 'perfect' quality, you can eliminate the side effects caused by taking 'Calamity Ⅰ'."

"Goddess of Destruction" sequence: Bronze rank 【Night Witch】, Silver rank 【Sufferer】, Gold rank 【Heaven Punisher】, Legendary rank 【Curse Witch】, Saint rank 【Calamity Lady】, Supreme 【Goddess of Destruction】.

Lord of Sequence Belmodi is following this promotion sequence.

Her appearance was ruined as a side effect of taking the magic potion "Calamity I" during her breakthrough to the Gold-tier [Scourge of Heaven].

Belmode's breathing became subtly rapid. She clenched her fist slightly, and after a few seconds of silence, she asked:

"Tell me your conditions."

Cohen smiled faintly and said:

"I haven't thought of any yet. Let's just leave it at that for now."

Belmode clenched her fist even tighter.

She now truly wished that the other party would propose some conditions, rather than saying nothing at all.

One should know that favors are the hardest to repay. The more you owe, the harder it becomes to clear the debt when you finally want to.

Cohen continued:

"However, I can't help you concoct it at the moment. At the very least, I'll have to wait until I reach Tier 6.

Also, I must remind you that, apart from the others, the magic potion 'Depravity II' that you need to take when breaking through from the Legendary tier to the Saint tier will also bring unexpected side effects.

You'd better not try it lightly."

Belmode's expression became very complicated. After a long silence, her tone softened a lot:

"I will help you take care of your 'Endless Alliance'.

At least the other oasis-level forces won't interfere with your development."

Cohen said solemnly:

"Then I thank you very much."

Belmode finally said:

"Tell me whenever you think of the conditions. I don't like owing people favors."

Cohen suddenly smiled and said:

"I actually do have one. I wonder if I will have the honor of glimpsing the magnificent beauty of the Sequence Master after Your Excellency's appearance is restored."

"Get out!"

A violent black wind swept over, and Cohen immediately felt dizzy and lightheaded.

When he regained consciousness, he found that Winsarde had already helped him up.

Mavis frowned slightly and asked:

"Did you make the Sequence Master angry?

Why were you thrown back here?"

Cohen held his forehead and paused for a moment, then said calmly:

"It's nothing. Her Excellency the Sequence Master probably had something to do and was in a hurry to leave, and didn't control her strength well.

Alright, let's go back."

...

Three advanced city-states and two order-aligned floating islands. Cohen gave the naming rights to the girls.

After a period of discussion, the names were decided.

The largest one, which Cohen envisioned as the base of the "Endless Blade" in the future, was directly named "Endless City."

The remaining two were named "Windwing City-State" and "Candlekeep."

The two floating islands were named "Sorcerer Island" and "Ranger Island."

On the avenue leading to the "Cultivator City-State", a tide of people was constantly pouring towards the "Endless Alliance".

Most of them were bringing their families, carrying luggage, and with anticipation and hope for a new life on their faces.

An "Order-Aligned Solid Ground" where they don't have to pay high residence fees for three years is attractive enough.

Young adventurers carried swords and strode forward, eager to show their skills in this new Order-Aligned Solid Ground.

There were also many merchants who smelled business opportunities. Carts loaded with various goods rumbled along the avenue, making dull noises.

With the Sequence Master's guarantee, no short-sighted forces dared to interfere with the development of the "Endless Alliance".

Seeing that the situation was initially stable, Cohen once again began to be a hands-off shopkeeper.

Some time ago, Isabella sent him a message, roughly meaning that the "Pale Wings" Observation Group wanted to convene a mid-term meeting with representatives from the three parties, and asked him to go.

It just so happened that Mavis was also returning to the Chaotic Demon Continent, so Cohen hitched a ride with her.

...

The "Pale Wings" Observation Group directly booked a small "Order-Aligned Floating Island" in the "Mechanical Continent" as their base camp.

After Cohen entered the floating island, he followed Isabella's instructions and came to an exquisite villa.

Cohen arrived at the door, but before he could knock, the door opened by itself.

Sensing the aura of the magic array around him, Cohen was thoughtful.

A composite magic array that combines detection and defense is quite rare.

Cohen strode into the villa and looked around, but didn't find anyone.

He closed his eyes and sensed carefully for a moment, and found that there was a woman's aura in a room on the second floor.

Cohen followed the aura and came to a spacious and bright study.

He knocked gently on the door, and Isabella's familiar voice came from inside:

"Come in, the door's not locked."

Cohen pushed the door open, and his eyes lit up.

Inside the spacious study, sunlight shone softly on the wooden floor through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows.

Isabella sat quietly at the desk, wearing a simple and elegant white shirt, her long black hair casually pulled up.

There were many documents in front of her, and her fingers were constantly turning the pages, her eyes very focused.

Hearing the sound of Cohen entering, she tilted her head slightly, revealing a gentle and intellectual smile.

Seeing Isabella's smile, Cohen felt much calmer.

Cohen greeted:

"Long time no see."

Isabella raised her eyebrows slightly at Cohen's greeting, but ignored him.

After waiting for a long time, she moved the chair behind her, slowly got up, and walked towards Cohen.

Only then did Cohen realize that Isabella was only wearing a pair of pure black high-waisted tights on her lower body. The hem of her white shirt could even completely cover the shorts, making it look like she wasn't wearing anything underneath.

Barefoot, she swayed her two dazzlingly white legs, and her smooth and rounded toes, like top-grade jade, stepped on the wooden floor and walked towards Cohen.

Cohen turned his gaze slightly. Isabella had already come to Cohen and said calmly:

"You know it's been a long time, and you're still meeting me with a mask on?"

Cohen was slightly stunned, smiled wryly, and took off the mask, revealing a young and handsome face.

Isabella stared at Cohen's face for a long time, until the latter was a little embarrassed, before she opened her mouth and said:

"If anyone knew that under the mask of the Lord of Shadows was such a young face, how many people would be shocked."

Cohen replied:

"So I am very grateful to Miss Winsarde for keeping my secret."

Isabella's thin lips moved slightly, and she came to the sofa on the side with her white and slender legs, leaned back casually, and asked:

"You've been gone for so long, isn't your queen worried?"

Cohen wisely didn't mention another woman too much in front of a woman, and only said vaguely:

"Queen Sister... Her Majesty the Queen is very busy with daily government affairs and probably doesn't have time to pay attention to me, a king with only the intelligence of a child."

"Is that so? Then why did you insist on staying in Effie when I asked you to come with me back then?"

Cohen said sincerely:

"Because I don't want the girl I value to be criticized in the family because of me."

Although Isabella knew that the other party was talking sweet words, the corners of her red lips still curled up unconsciously.

She raised her jade-like toes and said to Cohen:

"What are you standing there for? Come and massage my feet.

I heard that you're good at massaging women. Let me experience for myself if it's true.

Also, tell me what's going on with that city lord's wife. I haven't settled the score with you for what happened last time!"

Cohen's heart tightened, and he cursed Grace, the traitor, for actually telling Isabella on him!

Damn it, damn it!

When he gets back, he must find a chance to make things difficult for her.

An embarrassed look rose on Cohen's face. He slowly came to Isabella and, as soon as his hands touched Isabella's delicate jade feet, his heart fluttered.

The delicate and moist touch was like silk sliding across his fingertips, as if he was stroking the finest white jade, smooth and slightly cool.

For no reason, Cohen secretly compared Isabella's jade feet with the Queen's sister's in his heart.

Well, it's a tie. It's a pity that the Queen's sister flashed away too quickly back then, and he didn't seize the opportunity well.

The curve of Isabella's sole was beautiful and natural. Cohen's fingers slid slowly along the curve, and he could feel the slight undulations.

Her toes were round and lovely. He gently stroked them, as if he was touching small pearls, and Cohen couldn't help but play with them.

Before he played for long, he heard Isabella's shy and angry voice in his ear:

"Is this how you massage that winged elf?"