I was raised in the simulator, and I’m really not a bad woman in Ark!

The lights were not turned on today, and the once cozy villa no longer had the vitality it once had.

It seemed as if everything disappeared with the departure of the mistress of this house and her unknown life and death.

Despair spreads, fear and anxiety permeate...

And it was in this oppressive atmosphere.

With the words "I'm back~" and the sound of the door being unlocked, Luciana, who had disappeared for two months, returned home in the heavy rain, all wet and wearing only her inner lining.

While turning on the lights, it also brought hope back to the family.

At that time, my father was as excited as a child, and I cried for a long time in my mother's wet arms.

Until the mother seemed to remember something, and pulled a girl wearing her coat from the entrance behind her, and introduced to everyone the girl named Ikaros who she had picked up from the dead bodies on the battlefield at the border of Kazdel.

She looked curiously at the expressionless girl with water dripping all over her body from her mother's arms.

At that time, Ikaros also stared at her expressionlessly, without any emotion.

This is the first encounter between the girls, and it is also an encounter that is enough to change their lives.

Theresa listened to this with great interest.

And he felt that Ikaros seemed more like his own Grand Duke.

Chapter 173: Icarus: There is something ten or even nine points wrong with Theresa!

"Anyway... probably from that day on, Ikaros gradually began to trust me, my father, my mother and the others. Thinking about it now, it really makes me miss them very much."

Completed the concise but not rough recollection and narration of the first time I met Ikaros in the past.

Arturo couldn't help but sigh. Back then, she didn't think that the silver-haired Sacotta would become the most important part of her life.

But now she obviously can't leave him.

"Hmm... It seems that Miss Ekaros has really changed a lot."

Theresa also sighed with a complicated expression.

The mood that had finally calmed down became confused again.

There was also a hint of unclear emotion in the look he gave Ekalos.

She was completely certain that the girl in front of her had a close connection with her Grand Duke, and it was even possible that the girl herself was the Grand Duke who existed in this world.

After all, the two are really similar.

If the faces are exactly the same, the names can be covered up by coincidence.

Then the almost identical childhood personalities can no longer be explained away as simple coincidence.

As the saying goes, there will be one or two times, but there will never be three or four times.

When coincidences occur again and again, they are no longer coincidences, but established facts.

However, Theresa still could not be sure that Ikaros was her Grand Duke.

After all, the two are very different in temperament, race, and active time. And looking at Arturo beside him, his eyes are full of Ikaros's performance.

Theresa couldn't help but sigh slightly, she could see Arturo's feelings for Icarus, and she was not the kind of person who liked to steal someone's love, so if possible, before she could be completely sure that Icarus was her Grand Duke, she didn't want to try to interfere in the relationship between the black and white angels, nor would she try to break them up.

As for what to do after confirming that Ekaros is the Grand Duke that he loves...

Theresa could only apologize silently to Arturo in her heart.

There was no way she would give up her Archduke just because of Arturo's feelings.

If it is confirmed that Icarus is the Archduke, then Theresa can suppress the accumulated emotions in her heart, restrain her possessiveness, curb her morbid love, and not kill Arturo out of jealousy. Allowing the other party to exist is the biggest concession she can make.

As for emotional matters, Theresa can only say that it depends on one's ability and it's a fair competition.

To this day, Theresa still remembers the pain she felt when she saw the Archduke die in her arms...

Now that she finally has a chance to start over and salvage everything, Theresa will never give up this hope, even if it means hurting innocent people or doing cruel and despicable things.

Moreover, Theresa felt that she should confirm as quickly as possible whether Ikaros was really her Grand Duke. After all, she remembered that the Grand Duke's popularity with women was also very strange.

Theresa has not forgotten the scene when she and the Grand Duke just arrived at the Duke's Palace, and the gorgeous daughters of Victorian nobles almost broke down the door. And when she held the funeral for the Grand Duke, a large number of beautiful girls in black gauze dresses from all over Terra came from various countries.

So much so that every year when Theresa visited the Grand Duke's cemetery to sweep the graves, it would be difficult for her to squeeze in unless she used her privileges as the current head of the Manchester family.

It is conceivable how much of a philanderer the Grand Duke of Manchester was back then, and he successfully made those ladies recognize him from the bottom of their hearts.

This love luck is really speechless.

If Theresa had not always known that she was the Grand Duke's favorite child, and even entrusted the Manchester family to her in the end, Theresa felt that the herself in the dream would have already fished the Grand Duke's corpse out of the grave, asked the pardoner to help make a puppet to accompany her, and directly monopolized everything of the Grand Duke.

“Uh… Miss Theresa, why are you looking at me like that? Is there something on my face?”

Seeing the flash of scarlet in Theresa's amber eyes, Ikaros, who had been dawdling at the door for a long time, turned around and was startled. He felt a chill on his back for no reason. Why was His Highness looking at him like that? ...I didn't seem to have offended her, did I?

On the other side, I don't know if it's my illusion, but I always feel that after I took the initiative to talk to Theresa, Theresa seemed to be in a better mood? The smile on her mouth became more gentle, but I don't know why I always feel a little creepy.

Moreover, it seemed that Thearesia's eyes looking at him seemed a little strange compared to before...

In short, it made Ikaros very uncomfortable.

However, Ikaros did not feel uncomfortable for too long. After memorizing Ikaros's appearance, Theresa retracted her gaze, thought for a moment, and then smiled and replied gently:

"Nothing, I just think Miss Ekaros is really beautiful, and she has the elegance of a Victorian aristocrat."

"Come to think of it... I just happen to be receiving some 'distinguished guests' during this period."

"I wonder if someone like you, Miss Ekaros, would mind accepting my commission?"

"As for the reward, I will make you satisfied, Miss Icarus..."

As she spoke, Theresa stood up and approached Ekaros, leaning forward slightly to bring her face closer to Ekaros's face. There was a hint of temptation in her tone, and she was eagerly looking forward to Ekaros' choice.

"Uh... entrust? Me?"

Ikaros was a little overwhelmed by Theresa's sudden approach and words. She didn't think there was anything about her that was worthy of Theresa's consideration, nor did she think that the characteristics she had shown now were worthy of the other party entrusting her with such an important task.

She felt something was wrong.

"Yes, but of course Miss Ikaros can refuse. After all, this is just a commission, and you certainly have the right to refuse." Sensing the budding of Ikaros's vigilance, Theresa realized that she seemed to be a little too hasty, so she retreated and eliminated the strange feeling in Ikaros's heart.

Arturo also noticed the conversation here, stood up and approached, and asked Theresa with some confusion: "Ms. Theresa, why did you entrust Ekaros to receive the distinguished guests?"

Although Icarus was perfect in Arturo's eyes, Theresa's sudden invitation seemed a little strange.

Her intuition told her that Theresa's purpose did not seem simple.

“Well, this?” Theresa was asked. However, the experience and knowledge of the immortals were not comparable to those of the short-lived ones. She quickly gave a relaxed answer.

"Maybe it's because Miss Ikaros's temperament is very suitable for helping to entertain guests. After all, although it is a bit difficult to say, most Sarkaz are not good at expressing themselves, and most of the free operators on our Babel Tower are Sarkaz, so..."

"So Miss Theresa, that's why you want to entrust my daughter as your assistant to help you receive that 'distinguished guest'?" At this time, Luciana took the lead and answered for Theresa.

Theresa nodded without comment, and looked at Ikaros with an expectant look in her eyes. She blinked cutely, as if she really hoped that Ikaros would agree to her commission.

After all, this would help her further determine whether Ekalos was the Grand Duke.

But it doesn't matter if the other party refuses. She has other ways to verify it all, but it's just a little troublesome.

Everyone's eyes subconsciously focused on Ekalos, who was invited by Theresa.

And facing the choices and invitations in front of you.

What was Ikaros' final decision?

Warning from his intuition, Ikaros subconsciously wanted to reject Theresa's invitation.

But looking at Theresa's eyes, which were filled with anticipation and a hint of fear of being rejected, and looking at her bright and clear amber eyes.

Icarus felt as if his heartbeat paused for a moment.

The afterimages of the past seemed to come back at this moment. Under the dim light, everything in the room seemed to be dyed white, leaving only Ikaros and Theresa in front of her.

The emotions and memories belonging to the Grand Duke flooded into Ikaros' heart and mind.

Do you want to refuse?

Ikaros looked at the person in front of him who seemed to be the cowardly person in his memory but pretended to be strong for his family. He thought of the other person's future fate and recalled everything in the false simulation.

Ikaros wanted to change Theresa's fate, but he couldn't utter the cold words of rejection.

Then agree to it.

Even if the other party was not Theresa in the simulation, and even if he was not the last Grand Duke of the Manchester Family.

But this is also a new beginning, isn't it?

There was no need for Ikaros to be troubled by the memories of his past as the Grand Duke, or to toss and turn in sleep because of Theresa's presence.

But this does not mean that Ikaros will forget everything he experienced in the simulation.

However, she is destined not to be bound by the false dream, to desire unrealistic feelings, and to be bound by the shadow of the past. On the contrary, while remembering the simulation of the past, Ikaros will try his best to help this gentle demon king and let him break free from the shackles of fate.

Never let that tragedy happen again, so that I can have no complaints or regrets.

This can also make me, as a Grand Duke, feel completely at ease...

……

"I am willing to accept your commission, Miss Theresa."

After a long silence, Ikaros finally looked at the Demon King in front of him and gave his answer. This might be her first step to interfere with the Demon King's predetermined fate, and she didn't want to regret it.

"...An unexpected answer. But welcome to join us, Miss Ikaros. I look forward to us becoming friends." Theresa was silent for a moment, then she straightened up, looked down at Ikaros slightly, and finally smiled. Her gentle temperament like a spring breeze was soothing and unforgettable, and her bright smile from the heart was fascinating, as if she was a fairy surrounded by blooming flowers, beautiful and moving.

At this moment, the fairy stretched out his hand towards the silver-haired angel in front of him.

She was looking forward to Ikaros holding her hand.

Ekalos' choice would naturally not disappoint her.

"If possible, I also hope that we can become friends." The silver-haired Sakota also smiled. Because of the influence of the memories in the simulation, Ekalos was not opposed to becoming friends with Theresa.

Although his hand, which was clenched tightly by Theresa, was a little painful, Theresa's overly excited and eager eyes and smile also made Ikaros feel a little uneasy.

But Ikaros didn't think much about it. After all, she would be suspicious of many people, but Theresa, who she had confirmed was not affected by the simulation, would not be suspicious.

But because of this, the hunter stretched out his shotgun, but the prey was completely unaware of it.

"Yeah! In the future, let's get along well, Ekaros..."

Smiling happily, Theresa looked at Ekaros in front of her, feeling the warmth between her fingertips, and felt an unprecedented satisfaction in her heart...

Although in a sense, both of them temporarily determined that the other was an existence in this world that was different from the simulation, not knowing that the other was the familiar existence they had in mind.

But also from the bottom of their hearts, after they held each other's hands and felt each other's real warmth and breath, they were no longer willing to let go.

For Theresa, she was almost certain that Ikaros in front of her was the Grand Duke of Manchester in this world. Although they had different backgrounds, different life experiences, and even different races, the aura that made her feel at ease subconsciously and the natural temperament made her almost certain that Ikaros was the Grand Duke.

However, she did not completely regard the girl in front of her as the Grand Duke in her heart. Theresa knew that they were different after all, but would she let go?

Obviously not.

Theresa will only regard this as a second chance given to her by God. She will not let it happen again, and will not let tragedy happen again, absolutely not!

And for Ikaros, the Theresa in front of him was not the slave in the simulation who was picked up by him out of interest and eventually conquered Terra, but the gentle devil in the game plot, an idealist who had unrealistic great ideals but was willing to work hard and take action for them.

She didn't want such a brilliant existence to fall silently on the land of Kazdel again.

Perhaps it’s because of the players’ love for the character, or perhaps it’s due to the residual feelings of the Grand Duke in the simulation.

But no matter what, Ikaros will not give up the opportunity to change Theresa's fate.

Even if she could completely turn a blind eye to it and leave the vortex of conspiracy.

To be honest, Ikaros really didn't know what kind of feelings he had towards Theresa.

Is it pure love? Or longing? Or is it a deformed love caused by simulation?

She wasn't sure, maybe both, maybe neither.

But Ikaros knew that the only thing he didn't want to see was her falling into a pool of blood.

that's enough……

Looking at each other, Theresa and Ikaros both remembered each other's appearance at this moment, although for them, this might be a new beginning, and everything in the past might have nothing to do with the present moment.