The Final Story of Miss Weird

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Chapter 6: The shadow of the tide, the truth that must be told (k)

A simple envelope was placed on the table, sealed with a rather retro wax seal, and a delicate but sharp handwriting was written on the envelope.

"From Miss Luo Ling herself"

Eve calmed down and continued, "Director Lu told me that when Justice came to visit you personally, he wanted to hand you the letter in person, but..."

She looked at Luo Ling hesitantly and didn't continue.

the reason is simple.

Luo Ling didn't go to work at all...

In other words, she didn't need to clock in at the office at all. After obtaining the privileges of the board of directors, even if Luo Ling stayed in the apartment every day, the office would not make a note of it in her attendance record or year-end evaluation.

Therefore, no matter how long Lin Jianming waited, it would be meaningless. After receiving this reply, according to Lu Fangling, he showed regret on his face and handed the letter to Lu Fangling, asking her to pass it on to Luo Ling.

Then the letter was once again handed to Eve. This time it was not because Lu Fangling was embarrassed to meet Luo Ling, but... Eve would go back to the apartment anyway, so she could come in any way that was convenient.

This is not the company's business, it's great that they are willing to pass it on.

Lin Jianming seemed to know his limits and did not directly ask for Luo Ling and the others' addresses before visiting them, even though Luo Ling was also nominally a member of the "Fire Envoy".

After the last funeral incident, there have been many rumors about the relationship between Fiona and Luo Ling.

Some said that Luo Ling had completely joined Fiona's "Society of Destiny", others said that they had become sworn sisters, and some even claimed that the two had a substantial relationship, but had not made it public due to secular concerns.

No matter which one it is, it is not good news for the "Fire Granter", the old rival of the "Fate Society" that has been fighting openly and secretly for many years.

In Victoria, the "Company" is the dominant force. Among the remaining forces, big and small, only the "Society of Fate" and the "Fire Master" can be considered to be quite influential. Their overall strength is at least equivalent to two or three "Company" offices.

If the remaining forces are added together...I'm afraid one office would be enough to sweep through them, because none of them have the "power" to use the final word.

There are 19 members from the "Company", 3 members from the "Society of Destiny", and 4 members from the "Fire Granters". This is the basis for them to stand firm in Victoria.

The overall power of the "Society of Destiny" and the "Fire Granter" in Victoria is comparable, but they both have to act according to the "Company".

Before, Luo Ling's identity and status were just that of an "awakened person with special abilities." Perhaps it had some value, but it was not particularly critical, even if a contract was left after the three-party competition.

But after experiencing subsequent events and the recognition of the "company" directors, Luo Ling's identity and status are no longer the same. Her intertwined relationships with three parties make her position extremely delicate.

In addition, regarding the inside story of that year...unlike others, the "Fire Envoy" knew it very well, not to mention that the directors of the "company" hurriedly invited Luo Ling to a meeting afterwards, so he must have learned something.

The "Fire Envoy" did not expect Luo Ling to have not seen through the truth of the past conspiracy, even though the "Fate Society" and Fiona were both calm and did not cause trouble for them.

Considering various factors, it is not surprising that they would make friendly gestures towards Luo Ling.

only...

It is difficult to figure out how the "Fire Envoy" views their dispensable contractual relationship with Luo Ling.

Luo Ling looked at the envelope on the table, and after a moment of silence, he opened the letter.

The envelope contained only a thin piece of paper with no words written on it, but instead a ritual-like pattern.

And just when Luo Ling cut open the wax seal, it seemed as if some kind of switch was touched, and some of the inspiration sealed in it flowed into the ritual patterns, and they all lit up in an instant.

Eve immediately became nervous and reached out to touch the iron fist behind her, but Luo Ling's expression remained calm from beginning to end, and he just watched indifferently.

When the ritual was over and the letter turned completely to ashes, several jade bottles that looked quite valuable appeared on the table, and other than that... there was nothing else.

"These are..." Eve's nose twitched slightly, and she said, "Holy medicine?"

Luo Ling picked up the jade bottle and poured it into his hand. Inside were a few black pills engraved with silver patterns, emitting an indescribable smell - it was hard to say whether it was smelly or fragrant, or somewhere in between.

Unlike the liquid holy medicine produced by the alchemy department of the "Company", the alchemy workshop of the "Fire Master" seems to prefer the form commonly known as "pill".

When Eve saw these pills, her expression changed slightly, and she exclaimed, "This... Miss Luo Ling, what contribution have you made to the "Fire Envoy"? Why are they so generous?"

"Hmm?" Luo Ling looked up in confusion, took out a pill and tossed it, which frightened Eve. "Is this precious?"

"Hey, be careful... Of course it's precious. This is a high-level holy medicine used by the upper awakeners. The raw materials are at least "dangerous and weird". Even the production of the "company" is not high. You can't buy it even if you have money."

Eve looked at the pill in Luo Ling's hand, couldn't help swallowing, and said,

"The pills produced by the Fire Granter have lines on them. The color represents the path, and the number of lines represents the rank. The one in your hand should be a high-level Judgment Holy Medicine. The value of this one is almost comparable to the Suppression Holy Medicine that I lost inexplicably last time."

Eve belongs to the "Judgment" path, so these holy medicines are extremely tempting to her. She stares at these small jade bottles with her eyes wide open.

The suppressing holy medicine was the one that Eve used when the team first mistakenly entered the kingdom of God.

It was just that Iris used the authority of God's kingdom to delete everyone's corresponding memories when she sent them away, so she forgot.

"That's it..."

Luo Ling's expression was slightly thoughtful.

It seems that the "Fire Granter" is also very cautious about this.

They were not sure how much Luo Ling knew, nor were they sure what her attitude was. Words were useless at this time, so they just sent her the holy medicine.

Luo Ling is on the "trial" path in the "company's" files. This move can be called flattery or bribery, but it shows an attitude.

The Firebearers are unwilling to dwell on a matter that was already settled years ago, and they are willing to pay a price... just to keep it under wraps.

"A few bottles of holy medicine..."

Luo Ling stared at these jade bottles, and Lina's expression when she took her hand and asked her to control her body reappeared in her mind.

It is the calmness of knowing the end.

Yes, Lina knew that even if this matter was finally exposed...

It will still end up in nothing.

If he hadn't killed Frick in the hatchery, it would have been even less likely that he would be held guilty of it later.

the reason is simple.

Humanity needs him.

In other words, a powerful ninth-level awakener who is about to master the use of "power" is needed.

The sacrificed team was just sacrificed.

"Ms. Luo Ling, these things...do you want to accept them?" Eve asked in a low voice. She could see that Luo Ling's calm expression seemed to hide deeper emotions.

Although Eve's brain is full of muscles, she is still very clear about the conflict between the "Society of Destiny" and the "Fire Master". It is obvious that the relationship between Luo Ling and Fiona is not simple.

However, as another "boss" of Luo Ling and also the mortal enemy of the "Fate Society" with whom they have been fighting for many years, the position of "Fire Envoy" is too embarrassing.

The intricate relationships involved are too much for even Lu Fangling to handle, let alone the Iron Fist maid lady, and she doesn't want to get involved in these troublesome matters.

"Yes, why not? It makes no sense not to accept good things given by others." A faint smile appeared on Luo Ling's face, and then he put all the pills back into the jade bottle.

Collecting money is collecting money, and doing things is doing things. These are two different things. How can they be confused?

Luo Ling knew what the attitude of the "Fire Envoy" was, but that was all she knew. She had to do what she had to do next. It was impossible for her to be afraid of just a few bottles of holy medicine.

But to be honest, these holy medicines are not of much value to Luo Ling. She is not on the "Judgment" path, so using them directly will have no effect. The third stage of "Naraku" even looks down on stuff of this level, so "devouring" them would just be a waste.

At this moment, Luo Ling saw Eve's completely undisguised look from the corner of her eye. She stared straight at the bottles of holy medicine, and she was still reluctant to leave until Luo Ling put them away. The iron-fisted maid was almost drooling.

"you want?"

Luo Ling took out a jade bottle and asked tentatively.

Eve nodded quickly, but seemed to have thought of something and shook her head quickly, "No, no, no, this is too precious, I can't have it, I can't have it..."

As she spoke, she opened her pocket and reached directly in front of Luo Ling, still muttering,

"Hey, Miss Luo Ling, I really can't have that, I really can't have that..."

Luo Ling: “…”

What intangible cultural heritage? Did you learn this from Lu Manqing?

"I didn't say I'd give it to you directly. Sell it, you know, trade it." Luo Ling put the jade bottle in his hand on the table and said, "There are three pills in total in it. How do you want to buy it?"

"What do you want..."

Eve looked up and saw the smile on Luo Ling's lips, which seemed to give her a familiar feeling. Suddenly, she seemed to realize something, took a few steps back, and said,

"Ms. Luo Ling, please don't be like this. I sell my art but not my body!"

"Selling yourself? Selling yourself for what?"

A little red head popped out from the kitchen, with a somewhat nervous look on its face.

"Nothing, Elsa, just continue washing the dishes." Luo Ling turned around and said, then looked at Eve's expression with a headache, "Stop hanging out with Lu Manqing..."

It seems that after working together for a period of time, Miss Eve has been led astray by Lu Manqing, and her every move has a bit more of a mean and funny temperament...

Luo Ling calmed down and said, "Ms. Eve, you should know what I really value. Although points or treasures are rare, I don't really care about them.

"I can give you this bottle of holy medicine, but in return, you have to owe me a favor."

Luo Ling pushed the jade bottle in front of Eve and said in a deep voice, "What do you think, Miss Eve?"

After hearing what Luo Ling said, Eve put away the playful expression on her face, and looked at the holy medicine for a while with a slightly thoughtful look on her face. Then she raised her head and looked at Luo Ling, and smiled bitterly.

"It's only been a few days since we last met, Miss Luo Ling. Now you look like a big businessman."

That is, a profiteer.

"Thanks to an experience of training." Luo Ling shrugged.

At the last tea party, the subtle hints in the first speaker's words and Tu Mi's eager greeting gift made Luo Ling's understanding of how to behave in society and "transactions" deepened.

"The value of things is fixed, but favors are sometimes priceless. Even I understand this."

Eve sighed and took the jade bottle, "But I really only lack these key resources to be promoted to a high-level awakener... I can only thank Miss Luo Ling for the gift.

"Don't worry, I understand your words very well, and I know what you really care about."

After saying that, she inadvertently glanced in the direction of the kitchen. To be more precise, she wanted to look at the stove in the kitchen which was so small that she had to stand on a small stool to see it.

"That's good."

Luo Ling also smiled slightly. She had already seen Eve's gaze directed towards her teammates, and she felt relieved in her heart.

After seeing what happened to Lina, Luo Ling actually had some worries in her heart. Cen Xiangyun and Lu Manqing were both nice people, and they all came from Jiangcheng County together. She really couldn't bear to let them relive what the "Hunting" team had experienced.

As for Elsa...

Don't worry about it.

Little Elsa is Luo Ling's apostle. As long as Luo Ling is alive, she will always be protected by the "White Witch".

Not to mention sacrifice, even a little injury can be healed in the first time. This is the charm of the "Silence" - "All Spirits" path.

With Eve, a veteran who is willing to lead the team with care, the team can at least have some extra protection.

"However, Miss Luo Ling, it seems that you have not carried out commissions with us. After all, in the registration file of the "company", you are also a member of the team, and a very important attacker."

Eve's tone seemed to be a little more relaxed because she was about to get promoted.

That's true, there were originally four members in this team.

"Judgement" Luo Ling is responsible for frontal attack, "Ten Thousand Spirits" Lu Manqing is responsible for battlefield treatment, "Dream Travel" Elsa is responsible for attacking souls, and "Elements" Cen Xiangyun is responsible for controlling the field and providing support.

It can be said that this is a perfect allocation of team responsibilities.

As a result, due to Luo Ling's long absence from work, her duties were completely taken over by Eve, who was temporarily in charge of the team during the novice mission.

Eve has been following them to carry out low-level tasks during this period, and has not earned many points, which is why she has not yet gathered all the resources needed for advancement.

Of course, even if Eve worked at full capacity in these two months, she would not be able to earn these three high-level holy medicines. If you really count them, she still owes a lot.

"I was delayed for quite some time by Aunt Fiona's request."

At this time, Luo Ling also knew that he was in the wrong, and said awkwardly, "It doesn't matter. In the next period of time... I will be free, so I can go on missions with you. The reward and other things don't matter... You can just divide it up."

Almost all of Luo Ling's arrangements did not require her to show up in person. The Church of Light, which was spread almost throughout Victoria, was able to collect a large amount of relevant intelligence, and Alyssa, who had a memory classification management program and a final review mechanism, was responsible for processing this information.

Even the information that was originally required for Luo Ling to research was handed over to the little genius in the treaty, Miss Iris. She only needed to wait for the results to appear. Even the hands-off boss was not as good as Luo Ling.