"Mr. Rhein. Why are you here? "
Lucien asked confusedly. His heart dropped to the ground. Although he was still vigilant, he was no longer as frightened as when he heard the laughter.
The one who raised the wine glass was Rhein, the Observer, who had not contacted Lucien since he left Aalto. He appeared in the projection of the Dry Vine Castle in the World of Souls, and he looked relaxed. It seemed that he had been waiting for Lucien here.
The glamorous golden throne that Count Viktor built to symbolize his glory in the hundred-year war was monotonous in the World of Souls. It seemed that everything that was valuable when he was alive, such as feelings, glory, loyalty, wealth, and food, would be equally silent and meaningless here after death.
However, Rhine, who was sitting on the throne, displayed all the colors of silver, red, and so on. It was as if a living person had jumped into a world of stagnant water, stirring up everything with all the colors. However, it was so out of place that it was filled with a strong sense of rejection.
Rhein shook the wine glass in his hand and looked at the rippling scarlet liquid. He chuckled and said, "Of course I'm here to wait for you, Lucien."
"Mr. Rhein, please don't make fun of me …" Lucien's lips slightly twitched. He was still the same joking Rhein, which made him feel much more relaxed.
However, Lucien did not believe that Rhein was waiting for him here, because they had not contacted each other for a long time. Rhein did not even know what happened to him after he came to the Congress of Magic and what mission he was assigned. It was impossible for a prophecy to be so accurate.
Rhein shook his head, put down the wine glass, and stood up slowly. Two huge bat wings appeared on his back, which completely covered the hall of the Dry Vine Castle. The black light was slightly shaking like ripples in the water.
"He is indeed a vampire … Is he a legendary expert?" Seeing this, Lucien was finally sure. Even though Lucien had guessed it when he met Rhein's "grandson", Rhein was so mysterious that he could only be sure when he saw it with his own eyes. Of course, sometimes what he saw was not always the truth.
Rhein slowly walked down the stairs of the throne and smiled leisurely, "Lucien, I've been waiting for you. For this, I even projected myself into Count Viktor's dream."
Although Rhine appeared to be quite relaxed, Lucien suddenly had a weird feeling that he had exhausted all his strength to maintain his current existence. It seemed that the person in front of him was not the real Rhine, but only a projection of him!
. Is there anything I can help you, Mr. Rhein? . you also know the World of Souls? Have you been exploring here? "Hearing that Rhein mentioned Count Viktor, Lucien's face became serious and he asked seriously.
Rhein nodded, "Originally, I was entrusted by the Dark Congress to do something in Aalto, but then I accidentally discovered the existence of the real seal of the Master of Argent. Because it was related to something that had shocked the world before the Saint Calendar, and it was related to the secrets of the World of Souls, I changed my mind and cooperated with my former enemy. "
"Grand Cardinal Sardes?" Lucien guessed thoughtfully. In the whole of Aalto, only Grand Cardinal Sardes had the power to cooperate with Rhein, who was suspected to be a legendary master, and was qualified to be his enemy. The other two legendary masters in the Duchy were both in the North Fortress. They were the captain of the Sword Knight Legion and Natasha's teacher, "Glory of God" Beliel, and the "Serpent of Chaos" Milton, who had a close relationship with the Violet family. "But a saint cardinal working with the 'Ancestor of Vampires' is really strange and absurd …"
Rhine revealed a handsome smile and praised, "Not bad, very smart. Later, we barely achieved our goal, but something happened when we were exploring the World of Souls. Sardes hid very well, so I was trapped somewhere deep in the World of Souls, similar to Maskelyne who left you the amulet. "
While talking, he glanced at Lucien's chest.
"How did you …" Lucien asked in surprise, but he soon realized that Rhein knew his whereabouts and that he was a sorcerer before he entered the World of Souls. Also, he must've heard about the collapse of the defense of the Grand Cross. Considering the secrets that he knew as an 'observer', it was not difficult for him to guess that Lucien had acquired the relics of 'Prophet' Maskelyne.
Therefore, when they met face to face, as a legendary master, he could easily discover the existence of the amulet of 'Sun's Corona'.
Maybe he had run into Maskelyne in the World of Souls …
Calming himself down, Lucien asked in confusion, "Mr. Rhein, you are trapped in the same place as Mr. Maskelyne, but why are you in a different state? What secrets are hidden deep inside the World of Souls? "
It was a question that had bothered Lucien for days and nights, especially after he found out that Maskelyne might have something to do with the emergence of the Saint Truth. At this moment, Lucien finally met an expert who was trapped deep inside the World of Souls. Of course, he had to ask him directly!
Rhein opened his hands casually. "I've always been careful and made some preparations in advance. Also, I can borrow the power of someone. Therefore, even though I'm trapped, I haven't completely lost my ability and can still project myself. It's a pity that my projection can only appear in the World of Souls and does not have much power. In order to communicate with the main material world, I can only choose the creatures who are dying and can vaguely sense the air of death and project myself into their dreams.
"Because what happened to Werther Count was somewhat related to some 'guys' in the World of Souls, I've been paying attention to it through projection. Then, I learned of your arrival from Miakamin, the transfiguration sorcerer who was almost killed by you.
"Since you might've learned about the existence and mysteries of the World of Souls from the arrangements left by Maskelyne, since you and I are close friends, and since you are the weakest of all who know the secret, I decided to lead you to the World of Souls and communicate with you. Then, I reached out to Werther Count."
"I didn't know that things behind the scenes were so complicated …" Lucien remarked in a low voice. "Mr. Rhein, what does this have to do with the World of Souls? Does the secret of the World of Souls have anything to do with the gods? You want me to rescue you? I'm afraid that I can't go deep into the World of Souls before I become a legendary sorcerer. "
The series of questions exposed Lucien's shocked and complicated feelings.
Rhein's face was unusually serious. He nodded slightly and said, "I don't know what the secret of the World of Souls represents in other people's eyes, but in my mind, according to many intelligence reports, it does have something to do with the gods and the real immortals. It's a pity that I didn't meet Maskelyne, nor did I go deep into the World of Souls, so I can't tell you what it is. Maybe you'll have your own answer when you explore it in the future."
"As for this matter, someone who knows about the existence of the World of Souls and is even close to the secrets of the gods, like Maskelyne, sent his subordinates to steal the property of the seriously ill Count Werther. As for why he did that, I don't know. Logically speaking, it means nothing to him."
"What I'm asking for your help can be divided into two stages. First, when you become a senior-rank sorcerer, go to a few dangerous places to activate the arrangements that I left in advance and find someone. If everything goes well, I can get out of here before the second stage; if not, when you become a legendary sorcerer, preferably a grand arcanist, you can come in and help me get out of here, just like Maskelyne's request."
Lucien was a bit surprised by Rhein's request. He didn't expect that Rhein would have such a sufficient arrangement. Then he said seriously, "Mr. Rhein, you've helped me many times, and I've always remembered that. If I can become a senior-rank sorcerer, I'll try my best to fulfill your request. As for becoming a legendary sorcerer, I'm not sure if I can make it."
"You're indeed the kind of person that I know and like. All in all, for such a dangerous thing, I can only ask for your help. I won't ask you to make a vow or leave a promise. It's all up to you. " Rhein smiled as if he were not trapped at all. "Also, I won't ask you to take risks for the sake of friendship. When you become a senior-rank sorcerer and have enough ability, you can go to the place where I hide my treasures and take the three items that you like from the first few floors. If I can get out of here, or if you become a legendary sorcerer, you can open the bottom floor of my treasury and pick one of my treasures. "
"Don't refuse. By then, the stronger you are, the more likely I'll be to get out of here."
Lucien nodded slightly, "Okay. Also, as an arcanist, after knowing such an important secret of the World of Souls, I can't control my desire to explore it. "
Apart from the strong interest in knowledge and the unknown, it was also because of the fear of death and aging.
Also, Lucien suspected that Rhein, this mysterious guy, had other backup plans, and he didn't just place his hope on him.
"Lucien, before you become a legendary, don't tell anyone about the World of Souls and ask them for help. No matter if it's a legendary Knight from the Kingdom of Holm, or a grand arcanist or a legendary sorcerer from the Congress of Magic, after knowing the secret of the World of Souls that concerns the gods and immortals, they will most likely kill you. "Rhein reminded him solemnly.
Lucien also nodded solemnly and cautiously. This was the biggest secret in the world. Once it was leaked, a terrible storm would be raised.
After a few seconds of silence, Lucien continued asking, "Mr. Rhein, can you tell me more about this secret?"
"Lucien, it's not good for you to know some things too early. Don't be too hasty. When you're qualified to know, I'll project myself into your dream and tell you." Rhein's words were a bit contradictory to what he said earlier. Then, a teasing smile appeared on his handsome face again. "By the way, I'll pay you in advance now."
At this time, Rhein had already walked in front of Lucien. A powerful aura suddenly burst out from his body, firmly suppressing Lucien on the spot and making him unable to move. Then, his white and neat teeth protruded out of his four shining silver fangs.
They were not terrifying. Instead, they had a strange kind of beauty.
"Mr. Rhein?" Lucien was not too panicked. According to the overwhelming aura displayed by Rhein, it was very easy for him to kill him. There was no need for him to waste so much time talking before.
Rhein lowered his head and bit Lucien's neck with his teeth. He said softly, "Don't worry, it's not The Embrace."
A slight tingling pain came from his neck. At first, Lucien felt a little dizzy. Then, he felt that the blood in his whole body started to boil, and strangely turned into an invisible and inexplicable power that flowed towards his soul.
Lucien's body was rapidly weakening, but his soul was rapidly strengthening! (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to qidian.com to vote for me. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
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