How come I am still being controlled by them even though I have changed my ways?

"What...what weird questions are you asking, Jill?"

"How could I possibly remember such trivial matters?"

If it was just a casual question, Karen's response would surely be enough to explain it, right?

pity.

Fortunately.

Jill's question was not an unintentional one, but an "ultimatum" to Kallen after he knew the "answer".

Seeing that the girl in front of him was still "resisting" and "playing dumb", trying to deceive him with her superb acting skills, Jill had nothing to hesitate about.

"I think that as a high elf with a very important and noble status, you can at least maintain a little bit of 'honesty' when facing those younger than you."

"You know the other party is suspicious of you, but you still try to play dumb and get away with it. Isn't this... a bit of a tantrum? Only a child would do such behavior."

As dusk approached, the sun, which was gradually dimming, was temporarily obscured by clouds.

The shade instantly cast a shadow over the entire garden, inside and out, and the reflections of each other's bodies in the sunlight tilted and shifted in an instant.

Is it a coincidence or inevitability?

Glancing casually, Jill clearly discovered that the reflection behind Karen in the sunlight was "different" from Karen herself.

Can’t fit in, too short?

It doesn't matter anymore.

Jill added, "You said so?"

He changed his tone and address, because the elf girl's reaction at this moment was already waiting for him to give the "final answer".

"Ms. Kallen? Or...is it more appropriate to call you Elder Melm?"

Jill rubbed her forehead, but there was no pretense of emotion in her expression.

"Please don't do this kind of prank. It's scary and could cause trouble."

What if he didn't notice, or even mistook Elder Melm for the real Kallen, and started holding hands and kissing her? That would be a big problem!

Thinking this, Jill looked at "Kallen" in front of him.

The latter's silent response was considered as acquiescence - until this moment, Kallen's behavior gradually changed, revealing the calm expression that Elder Melm should have.

It looked so out of place on Karin's face.

The "current" Kallen is Elder Melm - although it is outrageous, this is the only conclusion Jill can come to.

Whether it was one of the four great evil spells of Southeast Asia, or Elder Melm actually had slime attributes, Jill couldn't figure it out, and it didn't matter.

The key point is: Elder Melm has appeared in front of everyone as Miss Kallen many times... definitely not just today.

How long did it take from the time Gilta and the other two high elves learned that "Elder Melm was coming to 'inspect'" and Seraphim came up with the idea of "fooling Elder Melm"?

Maybe before he and Elder Melm met for the first time... Elder Melm had already appeared before him as Kallen.

Being able to achieve this step obviously required the "cooperation" of Miss Karen. Now, Jill finally understood why Miss Karen had always looked "guilty" towards him during this period of time.

He knew about Elder Melm's appearance but had no way to tell him, and... maybe his acting plan of "pretending to be yellow-haired to attract hatred" was also told to Elder Melm by Kallen at the beginning.

It would be strange if he could deceive Elder Melm!

When he looked again, Elder Melm, knowing that his secret had been exposed, no longer used Kallen's appearance. The shadow under the dark clouds gradually dissipated. When the surroundings became bright again, Kallen's body seemed to slowly "melt", revealing its "essence".

A small, fragrant elf loli with an extremely wise and calm aura, making it impossible to regard her as a "child".

It was Melm, the oldest and most influential elder among the high elves.

At this moment, she was looking at him silently with a look of surprise.

"Is there any other relationship between you and Kallen that I don't know about?"

of course not.

Jill thought: If it does, it will be a big disaster!

I treat you, Elder Melm, as Kallen. What will happen then? Elder Melm, will you resist or not?

Jill didn't want to become a yellow-haired man without knowing why.

He shook his head and said, "No, it's just that Miss Karen's behavior before and after is a little... too different, so I gradually became suspicious of you."

Sometimes she cares deeply about him, and sometimes she wants to "compensate him" with a guilty conscience.

But after a while he became cold again, especially when mentioning Elder Melm, he tried hard to speak well of Elder Melm - Elder Melm was very gentle, and Elder Melm would not be angry with him.

Persuade him to "confess" as soon as possible.

Jill couldn't help but be suspicious of such a split.

Elder Melm narrowed his eyes slightly and muttered to himself, "Ah... I didn't expect that even Kallen would..."

Gil didn't care what Elder Melm said. After confirming the identity of the person in front of him, there were too many "facts" that he needed Elder Melm to acknowledge.

Exposing Elder Melm's identity is just the beginning.

"Elder Melm, you knew from the beginning that I was 'pretending', right?"

Jill asked.

By the way, he was also feeling annoyed in his heart: No wonder when he "played the role of the young master" this time, Elder Melm acted so "vulnerable".

Now it seems that maybe it was all to "cooperate with him". Considering Elder Melm's "age", maybe they were just "teasing him".

"You knew we were acting, but you didn't intend to expose us. You even asked Kallen to cooperate with you when impersonating her..."

However, Jill thought: Elder Melm would never have thought that her behavior, which she just thought was "fun", would be exposed.

Overturned.

And this is the only chance Jill can seize this time.

Even if, he will behave like a "real yellow-haired person".

But Jill now has no choice.

"What do you think: If Dean Roy and Seraphim knew about your actions, how would they view you as their 'elder'?"

"You don't want this secret to be exposed, do you?"

173. I am an idealist yellow-haired

Like a threat like Huangmao?

Maybe, but at this moment, Gil felt that he had to "return to his old job" and transform into a real "yellow-haired character" to threaten the Elder Melm in front of him.

Because only in this way can he fulfill his promise to Dean Roy and "persuade" Elder Melm to leave - that's right, leaving passively is still leaving.

This time, it was not just a "show", it was a real threat - and that was why Jill had to find an opportunity to be alone with Elder Melm.

Right now, right here.

Jill believed: Elder Melm must also be very clear that this time, it is really not a joke.

Sure enough, the expression of the elf in front of him gradually dimmed and became serious.

Perhaps wanting to give him another chance, she said calmly, "Jill, I already know that you are just being coerced by Seraphim and Roy and have no choice but to act in front of me."

"Before this, I, as Kallen, have advised you more than once: as long as you confess before me, I will not hold you responsible for anything. You are in the process of reforming yourself, yet you are threatened by two of my students. You are also a victim, and I should apologize to you on their behalf."

"But you didn't do that. You kept this secret, even though your situation wasn't good at all."

Under the identity of "Melm", the calm and wise elf rarely showed any expression, but at this moment, she smiled approvingly at him.

"So I admire you very much. Even though you have always been deceitful and hostile to me, I will not blame you for anything."

Finally, he opened his arms, as if to radiate the "brilliance of an elder," and said, "There's no need to act now, Jill. You've done well enough. Don't worry about the rest. I'll handle the issues with Seraphim and Roy, and you don't need to worry about them bothering you later."

After a pause, perhaps because he felt that Jill was not someone who "needed to be avoided", he told him how to deal with the two elves.

"They weren't focused on the outcome of the church and the royal family. They even tried to deceive me after learning of my arrival. This behavior has completely betrayed their identities. I intend to take them back and re-educate them."

Jill couldn't pretend not to hear this.

"Wait... Elder Melm, but Seraphim is still studying at the academy, and Dean Roy has her own responsibilities..."

"Seraphie's studies are primarily for the purpose of serving as the 'Elven Saint'. She can leave the academy at any time. As for Roy... hmph..."

This chuckle was the best reflection of Elder Melm's mood at the moment.

It made Jill shudder unconsciously, and he realized that the elf elder in front of him might be far more than just the taciturn person he seemed, or perhaps... easy to talk to?

To use Seraphi’s complaint: She is almost as old as his grandma’s grandma, how can she be naive?

"Jill, do you think I've only been observing you these days as Kallen?"

The implication is self-evident: if Elder Melm was pretending to be Kallen, then she must have listened to all of Dean Roy's rotten life and complaints these days.

Jill swallowed secretly: Now he really felt a little sympathy for Dean Roy.

"Roy seems to be lacking in all aspects of royal standards. I will find a new, more suitable elf to take over her duties at the academy."

Finally, Elder Melm tilted his head and asked, "Is this decision enough to satisfy you?"

"It seems they both have an unusual fondness for you. Unfortunately, Jill, under the current circumstances, I will not allow two people of such special status to act recklessly in matters of the heart in the capital."

Elder Melm thought: Is this enough to convince him? No responsibility, no need to fear retaliation from the sinister elves.

It was as if all the considerations he had taken into consideration were "arranged clearly".

Jill could only sigh inwardly: It has to be Elder Melm again, the old ones are still the best.

But, that's all.

Jill...didn't move.

Then, when Elder Melm had finished his instructions and was about to leave, he still maintained his original posture and stood in front of Elder Melm.

That's a good point, but...

He really couldn't agree to that.

"What's wrong, Jill?"

At this moment, Elder Melm seemed to have finally noticed Gil's strange reaction and frowned in confusion.

"Is there anything else you're worried about?"

very many.

For example: If Elder Melm takes Seraphim and Dean Roy away, what will happen to his plan to reform?

The two elves had clearly finally given me a chance to "forgive myself", so how could I give up at the last step?

For example: He was so confident in guaranteeing that he would make Elder Melm leave with satisfaction, but now he breaks his promise just because he "can protect himself"?

Perhaps, if he told Elder Melm right now, "Forgive him," or something like that, just like asking Elder Melm to find a solution when one can't beat someone, Elder Melm would definitely ask the two women to admit it...

However, in Jill's opinion, this approach may not be considered as true "reformation" - without the sincere recognition of the two elves, just a "forgiveness" at the request of Elder Melm.

With this result, I will not be able to sleep well at night.

So, Jill was serious just now. After listening to Elder Melm's decision and thoughts...

There will be no retreat.

Shaking his head, he continued, "Elder Melm, you haven't answered me yet. Even though Seraphim and Roy's actions were inappropriate, the means you employed to achieve this outcome... were equally dishonorable."

"So, if you're questioning this..."

Besides, he has nothing to be afraid of now - those who are barefoot are not afraid of those who wear shoes.

When he was young, what kind of dangerous people had he not threatened?

"Then I'll have to tell Seraphim and Dean Roy everything you did."

"I think they would both be happy to share this news with me."

Then, under Elder Melm's truly "unexpected" expression, he raised his head and smiled.

"Elder Melm, this time I'm not kidding. If you still want to be a 'good elder in everyone's eyes'..."

"Just go back to the Elf Kingdom obediently~"