Using words, deception, illusions, and layers of misunderstandings and coincidences to weave a net that exceeded human imagination?
No one knew what this net would look like because every segment of the net had countless possibilities and changes. Only the people who personally weaved the net would know what was going on.
Lefran and Vladimir were the net, or rather, the weaver and player of the chessboard. Elise was, at most, an important chess piece who realized that she was a chess piece. She couldn't be considered a chess player. But even so, she knew how lamentable Khal Dukko was.
This person wasn't supported by Lefran's faction, but was a loyal follower of Darkwill. But what was lamentable was that Darkwill's ascension to the throne seemed like a miracle and he was full of strength. But in reality? Even though Darkwill was indeed strong, he wasn't considered outstanding compared to the other candidates. The most fundamental reason why he was chosen and Lefran used all sorts of means to push him to the throne that was supported by lies and conspiracies was his weakness. He had too many things he was afraid of and as long as there was something he was afraid of, it could be used.
"Li Ke is a person who is most afraid of imperfection. He definitely won't act rashly before everything reaches its limit. Instead, he will work hard to find the best solution. Therefore, if we want to control him, we don't need to threaten or coerce him, and we definitely can't tempt him with benefits. As long as we give him the hope of a better ending, he will be very motivated to act according to our ideas, which is much more useful than any threat. "
Gently swirling the wine glass in her hand, the lady in the white mask gazed at her two impatient companions. Her voice sounded rather languid.
"So as long as you submit to him, declare that you're willing to understand his way of the king, his ideals, and work hard for it, you can easily become his subordinate and enjoy the protection and benefits of a powerhouse like him. Judging from the fact that he has never been stingy with his strength, as long as you propose to use his blood for research, there is an 80% chance that you can develop a potion that can improve everyone's physique and intelligence. Then, he will definitely give you a stern warning and provide you with unlimited amounts of his blood. "
These words made the man named Bernard smile slightly, then he drank the blood in the cup. To be honest, he usually would not taste the blood of a young girl like this, but after all, today was the day he welcomed the host of the power he longed for, so he still had to show the necessary respect. But it was a pity that the young lady who provided him with her blood sacrificed herself because he wasn't able to taste her sacrifice perfectly. All he could do was taste the blood that was poured out from her heart ahead of time. Got to say, compared to tasting the blood with the wine glass, he could taste her soul and expression while sucking her life from her body. He felt like he was a holy sacrifice, the thrill of being a part of himself, as well as the fear, fearlessness, and gratification in the face of death were more intoxicating. Because what was more interesting than your food being willing to become your food and couldn't wait to become your food?
But he could only express his regret. After all, compared to the taste of delicious food, strength was more important.
"He looks similar to the Mad King in our history … Ah, I forgot, before we extinguished his last hope, he should have been called the Sage King."
The man placed his glass on the table beside him. A young noble lady who already knew the truth about the drink in the glass excitedly poured another glass of well-preserved blood for the elegant noble. Then, she looked expectantly at the knowledgeable and charming man.
"It can't be helped. He's too naive to think that Noxus can coexist peacefully with other countries. As long as that thing isn't completely destroyed, the existence of Noxus is necessary. Someone must prove his strength or stop a group of fearless elite soldiers the moment he escapes. Only then can they defeat him. Furthermore … these people must have the deepest love for this land and this country. Only then can they resist the undead that are almost impossible to kill and defeat that tyrant. "
Lefran couldn't help but sigh as she glanced at the young lady who would become Vladimir's meal tonight. After all, they were partners who had worked together for so many years. Lefran couldn't bear to part with her. But he couldn't bear to. He wasn't like Elise, who had the leeway to "clean up". His existence was built on the death of other lives, and his pride and taste were incompatible with most humans. If it had been someone who was born in Noxus, they might not have cared, but …
Li Ke wasn't a Noxus people.
"That damned undead. You're still so afraid of him? I really underestimated you … Hmm, what's your name now? Nora, or Ives? Or should I call you the Pale Lady? "
Bernard watched as Lefran sat on the luxurious chair beside the throne. He first used the young lady's tongue to wash away the bloody taste in his mouth. Then, he took a sip of real red wine. He tidied up his clothes and prepared to come into contact with the man with the blood that he coveted.
"Just call me the Pale Lady. The news that the Pale Lady is Madam Ives can't be leaked yet. There are many plans that require this identity to be revealed when necessary."
Lefran shook her head. She didn't look at Li Ke and Vladimir who was disguised as Bernard because she didn't want her gaze to reveal any information. After all, she had confirmed one thing: Li Ke knew a lot of information. Even though she didn't know the source of the information, he suddenly knew a lot of information about people when he shouldn't have.
Her own information, Katerina's information, and Sven's information in Ionia's information.
Then, could it be assumed that he also knew about the existence of Elise and Vladimir, and knew about their affairs as if he knew about his own affairs? And judging from how the other party addressed her as the purple old woman, it was obvious that he knew her true appearance, clothing, and makeup. In that case, it was very likely that he knew the appearances of Vladimir, Elise, and the others.
For a person who possessed great power, had a clear view of good and evil, and was very active, a person who wrote evil on his face and didn't care about human nature bumped into him. Moreover, according to the information he knew, he could easily tell that the other party coveted his power and would only continue to do evil after obtaining the power. Wasn't it obvious what he would do?
This was also the best way for her to confirm whether or not Li Ke really knew something that he shouldn't know, as she thought.
It was just a pity that she lost an ally that had existed since ancient times.
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