In Douluo Continent, my summoning of Naxi Da was exposed by the heavens.

Hearing Nefer and Lauma's back-and-forth banter, the traveler who had just gone to their secret realm to steal moon marrow the night before felt deeply embarrassed.

Travelers who can't stand it any longer should quickly confess their "crimes".

After listening to the traveler recount the whole story, Lauma did not show any anger or blame.

"The secret realm of the Frostmoon Child has been hidden from everyone's sight since long ago, and outsiders are prohibited from entering, not entirely to prevent theft."

Within that secret realm, there are trials that have been passed down since ancient times. These trials serve to assess the qualifications of the test takers, and unauthorized entry is an extremely dangerous act.

So please don't blame yourself too much. The fact that you were able to pass those tests shows that you are qualified to see the sacred objects.

In other words, the lunar marrow has approved of you.

Aren't you angry with me?

"No, I sensed from your honesty that you never had the thought of stealing the moon marrow because of your own selfish desires."

As for the final outcome, I speculate that the Sanctuary activated its protective measures against those who were not truly loyal, and among those who entered the Final Sanctuary were individuals with impure beliefs or those from the Abyss.

At that time, the traveler's sister, Ying, did indeed use the power of the abyss.

"Rauma's ability to maintain such calm judgment even after the loss of the sacred object truly makes her a rare leader."

"Yes, we are so happy for our sister to have such a believer."

Upon witnessing this scene, Poseidon, the high priest of Poseidon Island, fell silent.

Both being mysterious spokespeople, she compared herself to Lauma, and apart from their equally stunning figures, they seemed to have nothing in common.

The sea god worshippers on Poseidon Island, while also revering her as the high priestess, did not love her; their awe was more directed towards her status and power.

"Alas, there is no harm without comparison. Compared to that Moon Singer on the celestial canopy, I, the High Priest, am far inferior."

As the saying goes, shame is the mother of courage; recognizing the gap is also a form of progress.

On the celestial screen, the traveler has promised Rauma that he will help her retrieve the sacred relic of the Frostmoon Child, Moon Essence.

But at this moment, Nefer asked a question.

"Traveler, are you really sure it was your sister who took the sacred relic?"

"What do you mean? Weren't there only the two of them at the time?"

Paimon asked, puzzled.

"That's hard to say. Your sister used the power of the abyss to break the seal, so in theory, others should also be able to get in."

"Yes, that's how it is in theory."

Lauma also agreed with Nefer's words.

"Hehe, and I just got some information from an informant this morning."

It is said that today, the Fools suddenly withdrew their order to search for the sacred relic.

"What?!"

"Huh? Why?"

"Either they woke up one morning and suddenly lost interest in that thing, or..."

"They have obtained the sacred object."

"Smart, you must be thinking about the possibility that your sister is collaborating with the Fatui, which is why I asked you, are you really sure it was your sister who took the sacred object?"

Or to put it another way, do you really understand your sister?

This question stumped the traveler, who hadn't seen Ying for a long time and had no idea what she was thinking.

Lauma then brought the topic back.

"In other words, there is now a high probability that the Fools possess the Moon Essence."

"Then all we have to do is go to that Experimental Design Bureau, and the truth will be revealed, right?"

"Congratulations, you have found the answer to the problem. It seems that the Secrets Bureau will not need to intervene this time."

"Considering our long-standing friendship, and out of respect for this great hero, I'll waive the consultation fee for you this time."

"Are you really not going to help?"

"I thought I had helped enough."

"To infiltrate the Fools' experimental design bureau, we need a professional helper."

Nefer rubbed his head; Lauma was one of the few people who could give him a headache.

"Let me explain again. The Secret House has always maintained absolute neutrality. We will not favor any faction in Nordcalle."

I cannot simply help a Son of Frostmoon, a Moon Chanter, enter the Experimental Design Bureau; that would be tantamount to making an enemy of the Fools.

Just like that Fatui executor who wanted my help to enter your territory, my answer was also "no."

"Okay, I understand, but I have one last request."

"Okay, hopefully this really is the last one."

"Whoever steps through this door later, we hope you can help persuade her to join our team."

"Are you really that indiscriminate? What if the Fools come in later? Let's see what you'll do then!"

"It's alright, you can tell her about our plan to enter the Experimental Design Bureau."

I only hope you can offer one word of advice, even just one. I promise, if you do that, I won't ask for anything more.

"Alright, alright, I'll play along with you one more time. As long as I don't personally help you, the Secret Archives won't lose its neutrality."

Seeing the images on the sky, Yakoda finally understood what had happened that day.

"Boss, you're all ganging up on me!"

"Who teamed up with her? Didn't you see? I was also tricked by Lauma, so I had no choice but to let you suffer. After all, you're my outstanding employee."

Yakoda is easy to coax; a few words of encouragement and she'll be happy again.

On the sky, Yakoda also happily returned to the Secret Chamber.

"Boss, I'm back."

Nefer, upon hearing Akoda's voice, was speechless.

"Let me tell you, I'm so lucky today. Didn't you send me to find that runaway cat? And you said I definitely wouldn't be back before dark."

Guess what? I'd barely stepped outside when I saw a long-haired pheasant with that kitten in its paw. Then it flew right up to me and let go of my paw...

Ah! Boss, so you were doing business. I'm so sorry, I'll be leaving now...

Nefer sighed, realizing without a doubt that the long-feathered bird must have been sent by Lauma, who was able to communicate with small animals.

However, having already spoken, Nefer was not one to go back on her word.

"Yakoda, come here for a second."

Nefer's gentle tone terrified Yakoda.

"Oh! Me? Is there anything I can help you with? Hello..."

"Dear Yakoda, I have a question for you..."

At this moment, the sky screen thoughtfully revealed Yakoda's inner thoughts as well.

"Huh? What's wrong with the boss? That's a scary tone. Did I do something wrong?"

"Excuse me, could you please go out of your way to help these three lovely clients infiltrate the Fools' Lunar Distance Force Experiment Design Bureau?"