Chapter 1194: True Identity Discovered?
"So what exactly is his purpose?"
Lavria was somewhat confused.
Before this, even she believed that the Fourth True Ancestor had appeared specifically to destroy the Man-Made Angel out of fear of its power, warning everyone not to tamper with this ritual.
It was precisely because of this that Mage's Society was thrust into the center of an international storm.
Lavria had no choice but to come from Aldegia ahead of schedule.
Her purpose was to confirm Kanon's safety and bring her back to Aldegia, allowing her to live the happy life a princess deserved.
Aside from her grandfather who had disappeared without a trace, their entire family deeply cared for Kanon, even her grandmother was no exception.
Those with a spiritual medium constitution are mostly pure-hearted individuals, capable of discerning the root of right and wrong.
But now, the premise she had been following was suddenly shattered.
The Fourth True Ancestor's appearance wasn't to destroy the Man-Made Angel ritual?
Then what was it for?
"You're Kanon's family, I trust you, so I'll be honest with you."
Yeze Xiansheng stared directly at Lavria, his expressionless face now turning extremely serious.
"The Fourth True Ancestor's purpose was to free Kanon from my Man-Made Angel ritual!"
The room fell into complete silence.
Lavria widened her beautiful eyes.
"You mean... the Fourth True Ancestor is someone Kanon knows?!"
Heavens above!
She came to Demon Island truly just to take Kanon away, never intending to have any contact with the Fourth True Ancestor!
Everything she said to Kisaki Hazuki was completely sincere!
And now suddenly there's this twist!
The Fourth True Ancestor's true identity is actually being revealed before her?
Is this what they mean by "chase after flowers and they elude you, plant willows and they shade you"?
"Most likely someone very close to her."
Yeze Xiansheng stated with certainty.
"He made me communicate with Kanon, allowing me to learn Kanon's true feelings. He also said if I remained obstinate, he wouldn't mind paying another visit."
That was clearly a threat!
So the Fourth True Ancestor revealed his true form for Kanon's sake and even threatened Yeze Xiansheng?
Indeed.
If such news were to get out, Kanon would immediately become the target of everyone's attention, never knowing peace for the rest of her life!
"This is probably more than just ordinary closeness."
Lavria fell into deep thought.
"To personally come out and threaten someone - with that kind of emotional foundation, the Fourth True Ancestor must be someone very familiar to Kanon!"
...
Kanon's past life was quite monotonous.
Either attending classes at school, feeding cats in the back mountains, or directly returning to the research institute.
This was because she was the most important research subject, and Mage's Society didn't allow her too much freedom.
Thanks to this, the difficulty of deducing the Fourth True Ancestor's identity from Kanon's life patterns was significantly reduced.
But even so, there were still quite a number of people who couldn't be ruled out.
Because Kanon was very popular at Saehara Academy - with her perfect personality and outstanding appearance, she even had the title "Saint of the Middle School Division" and was admired by many, including admirers from the High School Division.
If the Fourth True Ancestor was among those admirers, it wasn't an impossible possibility.
Aside from that, there was also the matter concerning the monastery.
Among all the candidates, La Folia believed Nina Adelard had the highest probability of being the Fourth True Ancestor. Not only was she exceptionally powerful, but she also deeply cherished Kanon. If she were indeed the Fourth True Ancestor, her previous actions would make perfect sense.
"And then there's Nangong Li..."
La Folia lowered her head in contemplation, her mind swirling with a storm of thoughts.
Kanon held rather unusual feelings toward Nangong Li.
Moreover, he and Kanon were practically childhood friends, and his current guardian was none other than the Witch of the Void, leaving ample room for interaction between them.
"What's wrong with you?"
Noticing her suspicious demeanor, Kisaki Tsuwabuki beside her couldn't help but ask.
"Ever since we left Mage's Craft, you've been acting all paranoid?"
The moon hung high in the night sky.
It was already late into the evening, and the luxury car sped along the asphalt roads of the northern island of Itogami City.
They had spent most of the day at Mage's Craft.
Due to Kanon's strong insistence, La Folia ultimately left her at Mage's Craft. However, they had exchanged contact numbers, so La Folia wasn't overly worried.
Furthermore, if the Fourth True Ancestor was truly keeping a close watch on Kanon, then she was likely one of the safest individuals in the world.
"It's nothing."
La Folia snapped back to reality and brushed off Kisaki Tsuwabuki's inquiry with her usual smile.
Truth be told, she quite liked Kisaki Tsuwabuki. In all her years, encountering a girl close in both age and personality was a rare experience.
Even so, she had no intention of sharing information about the Fourth True Ancestor with her.
Kisaki Tsuwabuki was Kisaki Tsuwabuki.
The Imperial Mage Agency was the Imperial Mage Agency.
These two had to be clearly distinguished.
"My business here is done, and it's about time I leave Itogami Island."
La Folia temporarily shifted her thoughts away from the Fourth True Ancestor and gazed lazily out the window.
"Your work is coming to an end too—finally free, Tsuwabuki."
"You're absolutely right."
Kisaki Tsuwabuki nodded in deep agreement.
As someone who thrived on chaos, she had actually been thwarted by both La Folia and Nangong Li in succession!
There must be something wrong with the feng shui on this island!
Still, overall, she didn't dislike La Folia as a person.
But she absolutely detested Nangong Li!
"Well then, let's hope for a pleasant collaboration next time!"
La Folia extended her hand for a handshake.
At that moment.
La Folia abruptly withdrew her hand as if electrocuted.
Kisaki Tsuwabuki, who had just offered her wrist, was left utterly embarrassed.
Seriously?
Had this princess learned to play tricks now?
La Folia lowered her head.
She clenched her hand tightly, a glimmer of light flashing in her eyes.
"Could it be... is that how it is?!"
She muttered excitedly under her breath.
How is what?
Kisaki Tsuwabuki inwardly grumbled.
Did you just discover a new world by messing with me and finding it amusing?
"Screech—!"
Suddenly.
A powerful inertia threw the two girls sitting opposite each other in the car off guard, sending them crashing together and tumbling to the floor in a tangled heap.
Silver and black hair splayed everywhere, legs and arms, hips and chests overlapping in a rather suggestive scene.
"Ugh... such a sudden brake. Kataya, what happened?"
"Your Highness, someone is blocking the road ahead. I fear they mean no good!"
"It seems someone doesn't want me to return home quietly!"
Lavria let out a long sigh.
She gently pushed Kisaki Misaki aside, and the young girl understood her intention, moving away from her and picking up the tripod case that was placed on the seat.
The two of them stepped out of the car one after the other, cautiously surveying their surroundings.
The area was completely deserted.
It appeared that a spell to drive away bystanders had been cast in advance.
"Good evening, Your Highness, the esteemed princess."
The mastermind appeared before the two of them.
She had long golden hair, a curvaceous figure clad in black tight-fitting leather, and was holding a light machine gun, dressed like a mercenary.