The world doesn't need succubi to save it.

It's so noisy...

Chapter 470 A Dead End? (Second Update)

Ning Feng had no idea that so many twists and turns would occur at the crime scene after he left. He simply stared at the sky with a cold gaze, silently pondering Keynes's answer.

"Keynes..."

Keynes's words seemed to say nothing, but they actually revealed a lot of details, including some crucial intelligence.

“The stargazers had foreseen this situation.”

However, Ning Feng was not a trustworthy person to Keynes, so he chose to complete the planning and arrangements for the stargazers on his own without seeking any help.

Actually, this is quite normal. Ning Feng didn't reveal his identity and even "kidnapped" his granddaughter. Normal people wouldn't cooperate with him.

The fact that Keynes didn't immediately lose his temper already demonstrates his good upbringing and rationality.

Grand Duke Hanci stood behind him, seemingly lost in thought as well, and suddenly spoke:

"Keynes refused to help, the trail went cold, and there was no other way."

"Since this is all part of Lord Stargazer's plan, I will no longer participate."

In fact, he didn't want to get involved in this matter. He only listened to Ning Feng's words and went through with it because of what Ning Feng had done for the Constipation Knight in the end.

Now that things have reached a stalemate, he has no reason to continue pursuing the matter.

After saying that, Hanci turned and left in silence, as he still had to deal with the aftermath of the tuberculosis knight.

Without turning around, Ning Feng did not stop him, but said softly:

"Please present him with a bouquet of flowers for me, thank you."

Looking back once, Han Ci nodded, his figure vanishing silently, leaving only a soft reply:

"……it is good."

Has it reached a dead end?

Ning Feng pondered, silently gazing up at the dim starry sky, until…

Hey, something doesn't look right on you.

Is this a dead end?

It seems you need a kind older sister to guide you step by step.

Clang clang!

A kind, wild older sister has spontaneously stepped forward!

Ning Feng was not surprised by Ariana's appearance. He turned his gaze away from the starry sky, sighed, and said:

"It feels like it's been so long since I heard your voice. Is it just my imagination?"

It wasn't actually that long... but who knows, maybe you just missed me?

"Perhaps."

Ning Feng, who was about to speak again after glancing to the side, suddenly raised an eyebrow:

"What's going on with you? Why does it look so...big?"

This wasn't Ning Feng exaggerating, because Ariana really did look very big at that moment.

In terms of age, appearance, and the aura she exudes, she is no longer the demon girl she once was, but a mature and sophisticated woman.

Why the sudden change in appearance?

Ning Feng's face twitched; he didn't know what to say, and finally managed to stammer out:

What are you doing?

It's nothing! Just some minor growth!

As she spoke, the demon in her mature female form puffed out her chest and proudly raised her head.

Is this really considered a small growth?

After scrutinizing several areas closely, Ning Feng finally sighed, shook his head, and said:

"You always manage to soothe my tense emotions at any time, although it's not in a good way... but thank you anyway."

Ariana: ?

The demon, who had always been invincible in the martial world, suddenly froze, and his face twitched involuntarily.

Ok?

what are you saying?

I came here to comfort you, why are you treating me like this?

Are you being polite?

But before she could even gather her strength for a counterattack, Ning Feng stopped complaining, regained his serious demeanor, and asked:

"So, do you have a solution?"

Pouting, Ariana knew this wasn't the time for a pleasant bickering, so she reluctantly suppressed her emotions and asked just as seriously:

Yes, but before I explain the method, I have a question for you.

"You said."

Do you really think there's any need to continue intervening? Since the stargazer has already considered this step, surely she has a corresponding solution, right?

Will your help affect her plans? Have you considered this?

Ariana's considerations were actually quite reasonable; they had met the stargazer in person and neither of them believed she would be an impulsive person.

A person who has been able to sit in the highest seat of the Watchers for so many years could never be a reckless young man who is easily impulsive or acts without considering the consequences.

The stargazer is no longer young, and any impulses he might have had have been worn away over the millennia. How could someone who can endure such long solitude not be someone who plans carefully before acting?

So, if someone offers help without authorization, will it have a negative impact on the stargazers?

The more complex the plan, the more difficult it is to implement, and any additional factor may affect the development of the plan.

If Ning Feng wasn't originally part of the Stargazer's plan, then his interference, even if well-intentioned, would definitely impact her plans.

Whether such an impact is positive or negative is difficult for anyone to guarantee.

The demon stared at the contractor and asked:

Have you really thought these things through?

Hearing these questions, Ning Feng did not get angry, but nodded calmly:

"I know all of this."

So, are you going to give up?

"Give up? That's impossible."

Smiling, Ning Feng felt a strong sense of déjà vu about this scene, as if it had happened many times before.

Even when Ariana wasn't around, the same voice would echo in Ning Feng's mind, constantly questioning his own heart.

Ariana will offer Ning Feng help, but only if he has truly understood his own heart.

This demon's behavior also seems to be bound by a shackle, restricting him while also binding her.

Perhaps, this is the price to pay.

However, Ning Feng didn't dislike this constraint, so he spoke earnestly:

"The Stargazer does have her plans, but that doesn't mean she's infallible."

"Everyone makes mistakes, including you and me, and stargazers are no exception. No one can escape them."

Upon hearing the answer, Ariana's serious expression melted away like ice and snow. She looked at Ning Feng with a smile and teased him:

Oh? I thought you thought you never made a mistake~

"How could that be? All my efforts are aimed at avoiding mistakes, or at making only minor mistakes."

"so……"

He reached out his hand to the demon and said:

Tell me the answer.

The demon placed his hand in the contractor's palm and laughed gleefully:

Of course, as you wish~

Chapter 471 Mutual Destruction (Third update, bonus chapter 4/4 for the Alliance Leader, all done!)

Silver City, General Conference Hall.

The nobles who had been summoned gathered once again, but this time the situation was completely different from the previous one, which was filled with emergency and panic.

It was as if the blade that had been held to his neck had been removed, and he felt much more relaxed. In fact, the neighboring nobles were even able to chat and laugh about the artworks they had collected recently.

The agonizing atmosphere vanished, and they appeared much more at ease, with a relaxed and joyful ambiance permeating the entire space.

crunch--

Even when the waiter pushed open the door, they showed no sign of stopping.

Keynes stood at the doorway, glanced around, and silently shook his head. He walked slowly through the door into the hall and headed towards the central platform.

Step by step, he walked toward the high platform that symbolized the highest honor for the nobility.

No one was with him.

Suddenly, a figure blocked his way; it was a nobleman who had just entered middle age.

"Lord Keynes, wouldn't you like a drink?"

Keynes, recognizing the familiar figure, paused for a moment, then shook his head and said:

"No, Sir Maurice, my body no longer allows me to indulge myself like a young man."