People are at the border, but they become the incarnation of the sun

However, he discovered something from the bookshelves on both sides.

Both the bookshelf and the desk were empty.

Not to mention books, not even a parchment scroll could be found. It was like a room that had been baptized by a brave man, with nothing left.

Nothing useful was left.

He clearly remembered that there were still a lot of things left on the bookshelf when he left here...

Just then, he discovered something was wrong in the deepest part of the ground.

The bluestone brick in the corner looks very new, completely unlike the surrounding ones covered with moss. Instead, it looks like it was just put there.

Reinhardt subconsciously reached out his hand to knock to see what was going on.

thump—

After knocking once and wanting to knock a second time, the bluestone brick disappeared like a bubble, revealing a hole of medium size.

"It's actually a phantom?"

Reinhardt was a little surprised. Phantom technology was very common in the border area. It was usually used to hide valuables. Some people even applied it to prayers and combat skills.

But what he was curious about was, when did Teacher Se Lian learn this thing?

Obviously, he's not interested in anything except pyroxene magic.

And in that square hole, he found a letter, and on the envelope was the blue wax seal of the Magic Academy.

This once again gave him a bad feeling.

I quickly opened the envelope and saw beautiful handwriting on the letterhead. The content was roughly as follows:

"Stupid apprentice, my master's guess is correct. You will find this place when you wake up."

"But since you've come to the basement of Inn Street and seen this letter, then come to the Magic Academy in Lienia to find your teacher."

"The master wants to give you, his foolish disciple, a great gift."

"——Your dear teacher, Serenryu."

After reading the letter, Reinhardt felt mixed emotions.

On the one hand, I was relieved to know that the teacher was indeed fine.

On the other hand, he couldn't help but feel curious, why did the teacher go to the magic academy?

What is he planning to do? Is he going to take revenge on the academy?

But if you want revenge, there's no need to give yourself a big gift.

However, no matter what, he had to go to Lienia, whether for his teacher or for Lani, and if he wanted to go to the royal city and the snow-capped mountains, he had to pass through Lienia.

However, just as he put away the letter and walked out of the room, he suddenly stopped and slowly narrowed his eyes.

"Since you're here, why don't you show up and talk?"

"You've been following me all the way, right? How long do you plan to follow me?"

His voice echoed in the empty basement. Ever since he left the Drifting Cemetery, he had noticed that something seemed to be following him from a distance, observing him vaguely.

Although it is difficult to detect, what can be hidden under the sun?

It's just that he never paid attention to it, but he didn't expect it to follow him all the way here.

"Hello, who came through the fog."

A soft voice suddenly echoed in the basement.

In front of him, some azure light spots appeared out of thin air and slowly gathered together, just like when Lani appeared.

However, the person who appeared here was not Lani, but someone else.

He was wrapped tightly in a dark grey robe, like a dumpling.

Even his face was hidden by the wide hood.

"I'm Melina...I want to negotiate a deal with you."

She slowly walked around the headless soldier's body and came in front of Reinhardt. From under her robe, she reached out a pair of small hands covered with hideous scars but very white, took off the hood, revealing a perfect face.

Small lips, a high nose bridge, short chestnut hair, and clear and peaceful amber eyes.

She looks somewhat similar to Higuchi Madoka.

It’s a pity that the left eye is closed and has three finger-like embroidery on it.

This is a symbol of rebellion. In the border area ruled by the Golden Dynasty, two fingers represent the messengers of God, while three fingers represent the devil, because it is the symbol of the three fingers that control the fire of insanity.

Perhaps it is because of this tattoo that she has the ability to set trees on fire.

But a barely perceptible smile appeared on the corner of Reinhardt's mouth.

Unexpectedly, it was her who had been following behind him.

He thought it was those crazy bastards following him and trying to do something weird.

He still remembers clearly what happened on the Night of the Black Knife. That guy Chapolili will definitely not give up.

But there was one thing that made him curious. Shouldn't Xiao Mu be looking for the nameless faded person who woke up in the Houwang Chapel and whose wife died on the spot?

How did it happen to me?

Doesn't this seem to be part of his and Malika's plan?

After thinking about it again, it seemed that there was indeed no such item, and if he wanted to burn the tree, he didn't need to use this wood as a fire starter, he could do it himself.

As for the transformation of power, I'm sorry, those runes were really plundered and directly melted into his solar law, becoming a part of it.

"...Excuse me, do you know the Finger Witch?"

Melina's voice seemed a little hoarse when listened carefully, but it gave people a calm feeling.

Her soft chestnut shoulder-length hair had a slight natural curl and was naturally draped behind her head. Her pretty face never showed any expression, as if joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness did not belong to her.

"Well, of course I know this. The so-called Finger Witch is the same as the Finger-Removing Witch. They are witches who serve two fingers. However, the Finger Witch is lower in status than the Ring Witch, and has more freedom. They can freely choose the Faded One and choose the person who is waiting for them in fate."

"But what do you want to say, Miss Melina?"

"Could it be... you want to tell me that you can act as the Finger Witch and transform the blessing into my power? Or perhaps you want to give me guidance and help?"

His words surprised Melina so much that her mouth opened slightly. She didn't expect that the faded person in front of her knew so much about all this.

But that's right. Since he woke up from the coffin, he naturally has some understanding of the border area.

So he nodded and said, "Yes, that's right."

"You don't have any witches following you right now. Although I'm not a Finger Witch, I can take their place."

"Being able to transform runes into your power."

"As long as you desire the Elden Ring, this will definitely help you."

"...So, I hope you can help—"

"Take me to the foot of the golden tree."

She spoke slowly, as if giving Reinhardt time to think, but the look in her right eye was full of determination, as if she was determined to win him over.

But Reinhardt's answer was somewhat unexpected to Melina.

"Ms. Melina, the deal you're proposing isn't fair." Reinhardt crossed his arms, then extended one hand toward Melina, counting on his fingers. "First of all, as for the transformation of runes into power you mentioned, I can do it myself."

"Secondly, Miss Melina, I assume you are very familiar with the border area, right?"

"Demigods like [King of Blessing] Mungat, [Lord of Blood] Mung, [Golden Lord] Grek, [Valkyrie] Marennia, [Star-Breaking General] Latan, and others occupy various locations across the border, each ruling over a patch of land."

"And you asked me to take you to the foot of the Golden Tree, which is the Royal City of Rodel. That would definitely require passing through Stonewell City, then through Lienia, and finally to the Yatan Plateau."

"There's a lot to deal with along the way, but we have to deal with two demigods, Greg and Mungat."

"Grek, needless to say, is just a cowardly waste, but Mungat's strength is undeniable. During the Shattered War, he even fought on equal terms with Latarn..."

"So, Miss Melina, do you think this deal is fair?"

Did he hate Melina?

No, on the contrary, my love for Xiao Mu is almost equal to that for Lani.

When he first saw Melina's sacrifice in the game, he didn't know how long it took him to get over the sadness.

But likes are likes, and business is business, and personal feelings should not be mixed in.

Unless he wanted to do it on his own initiative, he didn't like working for nothing.

138. A Deal with Melina (4K)

"..."

Melina was silent.

She didn't expect that this faded person knew more about the border area than she did.

She had naturally heard of the name of the demigod, and she had also watched from afar the festivals often held in southern Gaileyd. The power of such a demigod was truly beyond imagination.

And from the mouth of this faded person, she also heard several unfamiliar names...

Seeing Melina fall into silence and struggle, the smile on Reinhardt's face gradually became playful.

I didn’t expect that teasing this little piece of wood would be so much fun.

"...Okay, I understand. Since you have doubts, I won't force you."

"But you will definitely need this condition... When the time comes, I hope you can call me from the place of blessing."

After saying this, the figure disappeared like a firefly.

Since the other party's rejection was so obvious, there was no point for her to stay here any longer.

But Melina's decisive departure made him stunned.

I'll go, what's going on?

Are you leaving so easily?

No more negotiating terms?

Everyone said that Melina was a real piece of wood. He didn't believe it at first, but this time he really felt it.

He just wanted to discuss other conditions and change the content of the transaction, but this woman just ran away!

Are you so straightforward?

Fortunately, the wood still left some room, saying that she could be called in the blessed land.

So Reinhardt sat next to Blessing in the basement and called out her name again.

"Melina?"

"....Are you willing to accept the terms?"

Melina's voice rang out of nowhere, reappearing like a ghost.

Oh yes, she is indeed a spirit now, so it’s okay.

But when he saw the little wood appear again, a hint of amusement appeared on the corner of his mouth.

Since he could show up so decisively, Melina probably didn't want to give up on him. This made him have some little thoughts and wanted to tease this woman.

So he shook his head and refused, "No, I'm just trying to scream."

"...Well, if you change your mind, just call me."

As he spoke, he disappeared again.

"Melina?"

"...Have you changed your mind?"

"No."

This conversation was repeated six or seven times.

"Melina?"

"..."