Their romance storyline only begins on the second playthrough

“Very good.” Rhodes nodded in satisfaction.

The basic requirement for three promotions is that all attribute values ​​reach 100 points.

With his current level, once he uses his skills and his superb combat techniques, only a small number of people in the second level can be his match.

Even the Abyss Troll from last night is enough to kill it without pushing your limits.

The breakthrough was achieved very quickly.

and so……

Rhodes' eyes turned to Felicity again.

In any case, there's still a chance... huh?

Rhodes was taken aback. "Awake?"

"Ugh... You suddenly made such a loud noise, you'll definitely wake up... Luo, you're so naughty..." Felicity opened her eyes and rubbed her eyelids.

"I'm sorry," Rod said apologetically, reaching out to pat her head.

But in reality, Felicity was just using her drowsiness from just waking up to cover up something much more...

Her eyes were misty with the light of waking, yet a hint of surprise appeared at this moment.

What's going on here?

She didn't realize last night that Rhodes had already been promoted twice.

After Rhodes' power erupted, she was even more certain that it was not just a simple second-stage ascension.

But at this point in time, it's impossible for Rhodes to have broken through to the second level of ascension.

To put it bluntly... thinking about it carefully, why did Rhodes come back to the academy's apartment last night?

Felicity knew perfectly well that Rhodes hadn't returned; otherwise, it wouldn't have been the house that was burgled and destroyed, but Rhodes who had died tragically inside.

Could it be that yesterday, with Lilith's help, Rhodes killed the invading thief and obtained something special that allowed him to break through?

Even so, it still doesn't explain why Rhodes' current aura is not at the level of someone who has just entered the second stage of ascension...

Felicity remained silent for a long while before finally saying, "Luo, you've broken through to the second level of advancement?"

"Yeah, it's pretty obvious."

"Haven't you been deliberately avoiding breakthroughs all along...?"

“The situation has changed.” As he said this, Rhodes’ eyes narrowed slightly. “There are some things we need to prepare for, and so do you, Felicity.”

“Ah… um.” Felicity nodded.

"Aren't you going to ask what changed in the situation? You just hummed in response?"

"Whatever Rod says is right, because I don't have much of my own opinion."

The girl blinked slightly, just as innocent as she had been at the beginning, but clearly, her so-called innocence at this moment was only half true.

Her feelings for Rhodes remained pure, but there were some things she had already planned out—

Upon hearing this, Rod was speechless, then burst into laughter:

"Alright, it's time to get up, dear Miss Hiti."

"Hmm... The mission is to go to the Duke's mansion and bring Miss Ivina back. I understand."

Felicity paused slightly, then a strange look appeared in her eyes. "Well then, I'll have to get up and meet Miss Lilith."

Yes, we're about to meet, my dear goddess, Lilith.

Chapter 23 The Incompetent Wife Thinks She's Not the Enemy

Lilith slept soundly yesterday.

The long-lost scent captivated her, and only when the sun shone directly into her through the window did she groggily open her eyes and slowly sit up to lean against it.

She didn't stay in bed for long; the idea of ​​lingering in bed wasn't her habit.

She quickly got up, made the bed, and restored Rod's room to its original state. Then she went to the dressing table, gathered up her long blue hair on both sides, and secured it with a blue cross hair clip on each side.

"Hmm, not bad. You must perform well today."

Slightly satisfied, she nodded gently, pinched her cheek with her delicate fingertips, walked to the door, and opened it.

Click.

The door opened, and she stepped outside with a hint of joy, but in an instant, her steps froze.

because--

She witnessed a very heartwarming scene.

Felicity and Rod sat on the sofa in the living room, eating breakfast and chatting.

“Egg…steamed egg.” Felicity frowned slightly, then with a ‘go away’ look on her face, she put the egg into Rhodes’s plate.

"Are you trying to die?" Rhodes stared intently at Felicity.

Startled by these words, Felicity shuddered and looked like she was about to cry. Then she obediently took the steamed egg back from Rod's plate.

Damn, ptooey ptooey ptooey... What's going on here?

Lilith was momentarily stunned, unable to comprehend why Felicity, who should have been at the Duke's mansion, had inexplicably appeared here and was having breakfast with Rhodes.

ha?

It's such a mess, what is all this stuff...?

A moment of panic did indeed overwhelm her; after all, the sight of her man flirting with another woman was enough to startle her.

However, Lilith quickly calmed down.

Once she realized that the person sitting opposite her was Felicity, she naturally lowered her guard.

Felicity is both a character similar to Rhodes and her sister, and a character with blood, ability, and the responsibility of restoring the empire, so why would she be wary?

Lilith was quite satisfied with this powerful heir of her divinely favored family.

The reason he was stunned for a moment was simply because he hadn't realized that a woman was suddenly sitting in front of him and having breakfast with him, so his heart skipped a beat.

It startled her; it really was… Lilith thought to herself.

“…Hmm?” Felicity also raised her head and looked at Lilith.

The atmosphere froze slightly for a moment. Felicity blinked innocently and spoke:

"Hello... Miss Lilith?"

Lilith did not respond, but simply nodded indifferently.

“Miss Lilith, you’re awake? Come and have breakfast. After we finish, we’ll take the Starlink to the north of Phillips City.” Rhodes spoke up, looking at Lilith.

"Hmm." Lilith responded this time, still taking elegant steps as if she didn't care about anything, and walked to the middle of Rhodes and Felicity, then sat down.

Felicity's fingers trembled slightly at that moment, but she remained calm.

The so-called gods... are arrogant beings.

Felicity avoided eye contact, her gaze fixed on the food in her hand, but her eyes held a cold indifference and a hint of murderous intent.

Because she was the one who witnessed the ending.

She also understood how the story would end.

The foolish god has gone mad.

Foolish... to let Rhodes die is unforgivable.

Felicity didn't believe that the "invincible" Rhodes had died for no reason; there was only one possibility she could think of...

The more she thought about it, the harder it became for her to control her breathing, so she had to stop thinking about it.

At least, now is not the time to punish her, Felicity knew very well.

Come back to your senses,

Lilith then introduced herself, "It seems you've already heard Mr. Rhodes introduce me, so I won't go into details. Miss Felicity Calder, it's a pleasure to meet you."

"Huh?" Felicity sensed something was off, but couldn't quite put her finger on it. She nodded gently. "Hello..."

The atmosphere was a bit strange.

At least Rhodes felt very strange. It was just a simple meeting and getting to know each other... so why did it feel like... uh.

Rod immediately spoke up:

"In short, we'll be going to the Duke's mansion together to meet Miss Ivina, so you two should chat a bit more and not make the atmosphere awkward."

"Hmm? Miss Lilith is going too?" Felicity asked.

"Yes, due to some special reasons, she now serves as my bodyguard, having been promoted to the fourth level."

"oh oh."

Felicity nodded slightly. Things you don't understand, you don't need to understand.

after all--

She extended her hand to shake hands, a gentle smile appearing on her face, and said softly:

“Then let’s handle this request together, Miss Lilith.”

She has no chance of losing.

……

...

On the Starlink train carriage.

The roar of engines echoed between the north and south of the town. This largest economic capital of the Lorinrank Empire, located on the eastern coastline, naturally formed a long and narrow port area.

Because the town spans a great distance from north to south, and the academy and the ducal mansion happen to be located at the north and south poles, such vehicles are needed to transport ordinary people.

"Your Majesty, your tea and refreshments." The maid with a single ponytail placed two cups of barley tea on the carriage table, then curtsied and left.

Rod handed two cups of barley tea to Lilith and Felicity respectively, while he opened the gift box and took out the iced coffee he had bought the night before.