Shirona and Koyomi were at a loss for words.
It could only be said that the mindset of someone who had lived too long was indeed strange. This Elf, rarely seen in the world today, had thoughts comparable to those of ancient vampires.
"Alright, no more joking. Let's discuss serious matters." Yukari suddenly put on a serious face.
"Koyomi, you should know what the Fourth Primogenitor truly wants, right?"
(So you knew the earlier talk wasn't serious.)
Koyomi couldn't help but grumble inwardly, but faced with Yukari's question, she could only respond.
After thinking for a moment, Koyomi answered, "The Cleansing."
After all, Aslan rarely appeared in public and stayed home every day, seldom seen going out.
Although the Lion King Agency had arranged for Yukina to meet Aslan, he didn't leave the house. The Lion King Agency, that so-called matchmaking agency, couldn't do anything even if they wanted to pair them up.
However, regarding his true intentions, Aslan didn't seem to have any intention of hiding them.
Whether it was the three other Primogenitors sending him Kaleid Blood and Cleansing data or him placing Aiba Sensai as the Prime Minister of Itogami Island, it all undoubtedly pointed to Aslan seeking the Cleansing.
"You mean Kannawa Lake?" Koyomi seemed to realize something and spoke softly.
"Exactly, Kannawa Lake." Yukari looked at Koyomi, nodded with satisfaction, and chuckled. "Koyomi, you can now be considered a competent Three Saints."
Kannawa Lake, located at the western edge of Kanagawa Prefecture, Honshu, Japan, was a large artificial lake formed by dam construction.
It was also situated behind Kamioda Shrine. This tranquil lakeside in the mountains, in a certain sense, belonged to the shrine's territory.
The place was publicly announced to seal a powerful Demon God. In reality, however, it was an extremely special location because it sealed relics related to the Cleansing.
Although the Lion King Agency hadn't uncovered the true nature of the anomaly, they had assessed the danger of the relics. They were relics highly likely to trigger a world war.
There was also one crucial point: Japanese officials highly valued these Cleansing relics.
Koyomi's heart stirred. She seemed to understand something and said, "Sensei, so what do you mean?"
"I mean, we can superficially cooperate with the Japanese government, but in reality, we must demonstrate the Lion King Agency's stance before the war begins."
"And do our utmost to increase Itogami Island's chances of victory. It's best to deliver the Cleansing relics at Kannawa Lake into the hands of the Fourth Primogenitor."
As an Elf who had lived for thousands of years, Yukari was very clear about one thing: people who easily switch sides, betting on both, might seem like they won't lose. But in reality, those who play both sides please neither and end up offending both simultaneously.
Since the Lion King Agency had always been a relatively independent organization, the Japanese government had long been dissatisfied with its autonomy. However, because the Lion King Agency had trained too many Demon Hunters for Japan, it had become too big to eliminate and was allowed to remain independent.
Given the opportunity, Japanese officials wouldn't let the Lion King Agency continue its autonomy. They already had the Astrology Bureau, which could replace the Lion King Agency's functions.
Facing the powerful Fourth Primogenitor, Aslan, Yukari could still analyze his nature. Beneath his carefree and slightly mischievous exterior lay an unquestionable dominance that tolerated no betrayal.
Loyalty that is not absolute is absolute disloyalty.
Aside from the Fourth Primogenitor, the Lion King Agency had no other choice.
Koyomi fell silent. She glanced at Shirona, who nodded subtly across from her, and knew that the other Three Saints, with a mental age of hundreds of years, agreed with Yukari's words.
Though young Koyomi disliked these political matters, she understood that as the Head of the Three Saints, for the sake of the Lion King Agency, she had to act.
"I understand, Endou-sensei, Lady Shirona." Koyomi finally nodded, agreeing to this all-in plan.
Seeing Koyomi's agreement, Yukari felt relieved. She had been somewhat worried that Koyomi might be too emotional.
"However, the issues of Kannawa Lake and Itogami Island are major. If it really doesn't work, don't forget we can still use more subtle methods to resolve things." Yukari said in closing.
(Why are you still thinking about your unreliable subtle methods!)
Koyomi and Shirona couldn't help but grumble inwardly but didn't voice it.
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The Aldegyr Kingdom.
In the palace, La Folia Rihavein, a princess with silver-white hair, clear blue eyes, and an ethereal appearance, was observing the debate between her parents and their subordinates.
"The Fourth Primogenitor has risen again and established a Night Empire in the Far East? Where did this information come from?"
"From a TV station, Your Majesty the Queen."
"Critical information like this comes from a TV station? Should we consider replacing our intelligence agents with journalists?"
"And where did you get the specific information that the Fourth Primogenitor didn't fully complete the Blazing Banquet?"
"Because there were no large-scale amnesia incidents or mass transformations of ordinary people into vampires."
"It seems we really need to consider replacing our intelligence agents with journalists. Include the Think Tank too."
"My apologies, Your Majesty."
*WHAM!*
The conference table was struck hard by a large palm. Lucas, a Viking-like bear of a man who married into the Aldegyr royal family and was also the King, spoke in an angry tone. "Besides apologizing, what else can you do? Are you just eating dirt?"
"Or are you hoping the Aldegyr Kingdom will fight to the death with the Fourth Primogenitor?"
"We sincerely apologize!" The head of the Ninth Bureau, Aldegyr's intelligence department, bowed with a self-reproaching expression.
Japan, in collaboration with the United States, a superpower, had rallied all human nations in the world under the Human Alliance Council, putting them on the fire.
They hoped all human nations would act together to crush Itogami Island, capture the Fourth Primogenitor, and seize their power.
The Aldegyr Kingdom, with its remarkable magical technology, was naturally a key force being pressured. The establishment of a Night Empire by Itogami Island had nothing to do with the Aldegyr Kingdom, and they had no desire to get involved.
But despite their advanced magical technology, Aldegyr was just a small northern European nation. Its sparse population and limited territory meant its national strength couldn't compare to superpowers. Moreover, the major powers coveted Aldegyr's Spirit Medium blood and magical technology.
"Alright, now's not the time to argue." Queen Polyphonia's voice was like a bucket of ice water, calming Lucas down.
Lucas sat quietly, while Polyphonia looked at the head of the intelligence department. "Can you gather more information about the Fourth Primogenitor?"
"We can only try." the intelligence head quickly agreed.
"Then hurry and collect information. Whether it's Gozou Island or Itogami Island, give me all the information you can gather as quickly as possible." Polyphonia ordered softly.
"Yes, ma'am!" The intelligence head promptly requested permission to leave.
In the room, only the King, Queen, and First Princess, La Folia, remained in the spacious conference room.
After about one or two minutes, Polyphonia sighed. She turned slightly and looked at her beautiful daughter, who was propping her chin with one hand. "La Folia, what's your opinion on this matter?"
"Hmm?" La Folia looked up slightly, opening her clear blue eyes. "Mother, are you asking my opinion?"
"Yes!" Polyphonia nodded slightly and said with a smile. "As the First Princess of the Kingdom, you also need to learn to handle matters."
The Aldegyr Kingdom indeed had a King, but true power lay with the Queen. This stemmed from the fact that the kingdom's magical technology relied on the Spirit Medium abilities of the Rihavein clan's women to operate, and certain critical magical tools could only be used by Rihavein women.
The beautiful princesses and queens of each generation, besides possessing strong combat abilities, were also quite benevolent. This led the people of the Aldegyr Kingdom to become accustomed to Rihavein rule. They even proactively protected the royal family and took pride in being their knights.
However, for La Folia, who would surely succeed the Queen, it was Polyphonia's responsibility and duty to cultivate her abilities. Starting with this challenge facing the Aldegyr Kingdom wasn't unthinkable.
Hearing this, La Folia gave her mother a sweet smile. "Then I'll just…"
But before La Folia could finish, her innate Heavenly Maiden power, a revelation from Spirit Vision, made her see something ordinary people couldn't.
In a room with an unclear view, a young man with black hair, black eyes, and handsome features suddenly looked up and said in surprise, "Eh? Nice Spirit Vision. Not a low Inspiration? You can actually see me?"
La Folia's pupils contracted slightly. Tears streamed from her eyes, as if she had just stared directly at the sun. No, it was as if she had stared at the sun.
At this moment, Aslan had traced her back and seen this beautiful silver-haired girl. "You're lucky it was me you saw. If it was Nyarlathotep, this wouldn't be the extent of it."
Aslan saw the true nature of La Folia's ability. He touched her forehead with his index finger, sealing her Heavenly Maiden Spirit Vision. "You'd better limit this kind of Spirit Vision. If you see an existence you shouldn't, you'll regret it."
As those words fell, La Folia's eyes flickered, and she returned to reality. She couldn't help but raise her hand to touch her forehead, feeling the lingering warmth there. With a flushed face, she muttered, "Fourth Primogenitor… Aslan?"
"Spirit Vision revelation?" Polyphonia narrowed her eyes, looking at her daughter's face and the tears that hadn't yet faded.
As the Queen, she naturally knew what her daughter had just experienced. Perhaps she had gained some information through Spirit Vision.
"Indeed, I just saw the Fourth Primogenitor through Spirit Vision." La Folia's face stiffened momentarily but quickly returned to normal. She spoke with a faint smile.