Liens quietly felt the karma he bore, carefully refining the beliefs within it to Enhance his 'Sword Heart'.

His conversation with the God of Absolute Fairness Elthorp ended quickly. After getting the information he wanted, he exited the instance and returned to reality to continue his cultivation.

Through his conversation with Elthorp, he learned that the other party's ritual had indeed entered a new stage, and the appearance of the elemental tide was one of the symbols.

However, Elthorp did not explain the specific details of the ritual to him.

Elthorp stated that although the outcome was the same, everyone's method of advancing to Legend was different, and as an Old God, his situation was even more special and did not apply to Liens.

Knowing too much in this regard would only cause more trouble and be of no benefit.

As for why Darnell needed to leave the front line, Liens only stated that it was required for the ritual and did not directly answer his question.

In short, this exchange actually contained no useful information, but Liens still got the information he wanted to know: Elthorp's attitude towards him.

He wanted a sword that could cut through obstacles, not a helper deeply involved in his own ritual. As it concerned a crucial ritual, he could not fully trust others.

Their relationship was like that verbal contract: Liens removed the obstacles to equality, and Liens helped him restore his Life origin. They were simply two parties to a contract.

Clarifying this point, Elthorp's rescue in the instance was no longer a personal favor that needed to be repaid with additional karma, but rather became an exchange of interests.

Since it was an exchange of interests, Liens only needed to deliver the corresponding benefits and did not need to bear any additional psychological burden.

This was naturally a good thing for Liens, because what Elthorp needed was very clear, unlike the person walking towards him now; Liens still didn't know what her true needs were for him.

This made it difficult to settle that personal favor all at once.

"Are you ready?"

Liens exited his meditation, opening his eyes to look at Lucrezia, who was slowly walking towards him.

Her steps were light and steady, like an elf walking on water. Her figure was graceful, a charming smile adorned her face, and her simple yet exquisite attire further highlighted her elegant temperament.

As that elf-like figure drew closer, her voluptuous figure and the majestic peaks that subtly trembled with her breathing became even more striking. Imperceptibly, that elegant temperament seemed to transform into a different kind of allure.

"Your magic has become more secretive. It seems to be forming a passive mental characteristic… It looks like this magic is delving deep into your mind."

Liens said with a calm expression.

According to their agreement, when Lucrezia performed magic tests on him, he needed to provide specific feelings and corresponding guidance.

However, his emotions were severely suppressed now, making him unable to provide the feelings a normal person should have.

Before, he could deliberately allow himself to be affected by magic, and then observe the changes in his body and mind after being affected, thereby describing accurate feedback in detail.

But now, he could no longer feel any emotional fluctuations. Even if he forced himself to accept the magic's influence, at most, only his body would react; his mind would remain undisturbed.

Naturally, he couldn't provide accurate feedback.

"I still wanted to stimulate your desires, but it seems difficult… However, even in your current state, your senses are still as keen as ever."

"That's right. After discussing with you these past few days, charm-related magic has been condensed into my magic power. The changes in my magic power have also indirectly caused my mind to begin nurturing an ability."

"Perhaps when this ability is fully nurtured, my magic can truly affect you."

Lucrezia showed a confident smile, seemingly very confident in the ability she was nurturing.

Liens looked at Lucrezia seriously, carefully sensing the mental fluctuations emanating from her. After a while, he sighed with an indifferent tone:

"This ability… The one who created this magic is truly amazing. To carry magic with the spirit, and simulate the world with magic. Following this deduction, is the ultimate goal of magic to create a world?"

"Who knows? But if one could truly achieve that level, they would probably be no different from a true god."

Lucrezia replied with a smile, then naturally sat down beside Liens, leaning leisurely against the tree trunk like a reclining beauty, showcasing her graceful figure.

"They aren't ready over there yet, but I've already handled my own affairs and am bored, so I came to find you… You wouldn't be unwelcoming, would you?"

"I have to say, it feels great to sit beside you. It's as if the world before my eyes has become clearer."

Lucrezia continued, answering Liens's initial question with a cheerful smile.

Liens did not respond, only withdrew his gaze from her and closed his eyes again, re-entering his meditative cultivation state.

Lucrezia was not angered by Liens's reaction. She just sat quietly, silently waiting for the appointed time to arrive.

At the same time.

Baker City in the distance also welcomed a special guest.

"Mr. Evans, welcome to Baker City."

Ralph looked at the stout and slightly plump pigman before him, welcoming him politely, while recalling the information from the Royal Capital.

Grover Evans, who claimed to be an envoy from Elindor of the Free Country, but had no official proof.

Considering that the Free Country was indeed a multi-racial country, and coupled with his identity as a Great Knight, although the Royal Capital was suspicious, they did not openly express their doubts.

However, after providing this fellow with good food and drink for a while, the Royal Capital discovered that he had no business capabilities befitting an envoy.

Thus, they speculated that he was very likely taking advantage of the chaos in Hartwin Kingdom to fish in troubled waters, and for convenience, he had given himself the identity of an envoy.

Of course, it was also possible that he deliberately disguised himself to lower the Royal Capital's vigilance, making it easier to ascertain the true situation of Hartwin Kingdom.

After all, the Free Country did not have a good reputation outside.

Although his identity was questionable, considering that he had some strength and it was a time when people were needed, the Royal Capital tacitly approved his identity as an envoy.

They granted him certain authority, allowing him to eat and drink for free in the Royal Capital, and tried their best to meet his various needs.

However, the landlord's family couldn't always let people eat and drink for free.

Coincidentally, an accident occurred on the battlefield in Baker City. The Kingdom's Sword Saint Alfred, who had always been a symbol of invincibility, was severely injured, which greatly shocked the Royal Capital.

So, to alleviate some of Alfred's pressure, the Royal Capital sent Grover Evans, who had been eating and drinking for free, to Baker City to make him useful.

Of course, the Royal Capital naturally did not arrange it in a direct command tone, but rather casually found an excuse for an envoy to inspect Hartwin Kingdom.

"You're too kind, too kind. I'm just a helper who came to assist. How could I deserve such a grand reception?"

Grover quickly stepped forward and shook Ralph's hands, laughing heartily with enthusiasm.

He could see that besides Ralph, the welcoming party also included two Great Knights and soldiers lined up in two long rows, looking at Grover with seriousness and curiosity.

He wasn't foolish; he naturally understood why Hartwin Kingdom had sent him here. After all, the piles of gold coins and gems, and the almost explicit hints, were too obvious.

He liked money, not only because the shiny things looked good, but also because money was the most direct and convenient power to drive a group.

With money, he could better enjoy the various benefits of group society.

Although violence and noble titles could also bring power, both required management, which was troublesome. He hated trouble, and money, as a socially established power, suited him better.