Chapter 167: Liana

Gozo Island, inside the investigation camp.

After the attack by the Black Death Emperor Faction, the raging flames had already been extinguished.

Although their equipment was almost completely wiped out, thanks to the desperate resistance of Akatsuki Gajo, more than twenty members of the investigation team survived.

Guided by their savior, Akatsuki Gajo, Lin Que and the others received many expressions of gratitude along the way.

“Although your personality doesn't seem very reliable, you are unexpectedly popular in certain aspects.”

“Likewise.”

Glancing at Lin Que, who was surrounded by Akatsuki Nagisa, Aurora, and Liana, Akatsuki Gajo shrugged.

“Aren't you the same? This is the first time I've seen Nagisa get along so well with a male other than her family.”

“That’s because Brother Lin Que helped me a lot.”

Akatsuki Nagisa looked as if it were a matter of course: “If he hadn't acted just now, Dad, you might not have even been able to see me.”

Akatsuki Gajo nodded: “I really should thank him for that.”

As a daughter-obsessed father, his love for Akatsuki Nagisa goes without saying.

For Lin Que, who saved his daughter and helped him heal his wounds, Akatsuki Gajo was indeed very grateful for his help.

After thinking for a moment, Akatsuki Gajo lifted the series of gifts he had just received and handed them to Lin Que beside him.

“The good things I had were all used up when I was fighting the Death Emperor Brother, so take these as a token of my gratitude.”

“That really is a token of gratitude that is both perfunctory and full of sincerity.”

Lin Que didn't refuse, taking the items directly.

Rummaging through them twice, he took out a box of dorayaki and handed it to Aurora, who was watching curiously.

“Here, take it and eat.”

Aurora took the box and shook it curiously: “Is this modern gourmet food?”

“It doesn't really count as gourmet, but the taste is not bad.”

Akatsuki Nagisa, who had already begun to get along with Aurora, leaned over and took the dorayaki box.

“You can eat it by opening it like this.”

“Hmm... Nagisa knows so much!”

Taking the dorayaki, Aurora opened her small mouth and took a bite, her eyes instantly lighting up.

“Delicious! Is this kind of tasty food really not considered gourmet in modern times!”

“Of course.”

Akatsuki Nagisa replied: “It’s just an ordinary dorayaki. If you like it, Aurora, I can buy some ingredients and make it for you later.”

Aurora became even happier: “Then I’ll look forward to your performance!”

“You two got close quickly.”

Withdrawing his gaze from Akatsuki Nagisa and Aurora, whose conversation was drifting further and further away, Akatsuki Gajo looked at Lin Que again.

“The investigation team was just attacked, and as a consultant, I still have some things to deal with.”

“It seems Nagisa is prepared to act with you for the time being, so I won't take her away.”

“Leave her to me, don't worry!”

Lin Que gave a thumbs up: “When I establish the Empire of Night, I will definitely appoint you as the Grand General of the Empire!”

“Don't dream.”

Akatsuki Gajo, understanding Lin Que's meaning, rolled his eyes: “I’m just letting you look after Nagisa for a while, not giving her to you directly.”

“Even as a parent, you can't ignore the child's wishes~”

Lin Que retorted: “Maybe little Nagisa prefers being with me more than you.”

“Aren't you being too impatient?”

Akatsuki Gajo complained: “Nagisa is only in the sixth grade of elementary school. Even if you want to raise her, this is too early.”

“Not early, not early.”

Lin Que waved his hand: “In my opinion, it’s just right.”

“That won't do either.”

As a veteran daughter-obsessed father, Akatsuki Gajo held firm to his bottom line.

“Anyway, before she comes of age, don't even think about it!”

Lin Que sighed: “That’s truly regrettable.”

It seems the only lolis he can raise are the one hundred Cursed Children at home.

“Anyway, Nagisa, please watch her for me for a while.”

Grabbing Akatsuki Kojou beside him, Akatsuki Gajo dragged him toward the depths of the camp.

“I still have some things to do, see you tonight.”

“Eh?”

Akatsuki Kojou was startled: “Why do I have to go too!”

Akatsuki Gajo rolled his eyes: “Where do you get so much nonsense? Just follow me.”

As an old hand, after talking with Lin Que along the way, Akatsuki Gajo naturally understood what kind of personality the other party had.

If he left and left Akatsuki Kojou alone here, it would be somewhat dangerous.

At least he is his own biological son; even if he doesn't value him much, it’s better to take him away.

“Alright, now no one will disturb our conversation.”

Watching the father and son leave, Lin Que looked at Liana, who was silent beside him.

“It’s time to talk about helping you revive your family.”

“Mr. Lin?”

Liana, who had been thinking about what conditions she could offer along the way, was stunned and looked at Lin Que in disbelief.

“Does this mean... you are prepared to help me?”

“For me, this isn't a difficult task.”

Lin Que replied with a smile: “However, this matter is not free. You need to pay a price.”

“It doesn't matter!”

Liana replied decisively: “As long as Mr. Lin Que can help me take revenge, I can accept any price!”

“Are you sure?”

Lin Que asked back: “Even if it means betraying the Domain of the War King and becoming my person, can you accept that?”

“Betray the Domain of the War King... no problem!”

Recalling how, after her father was defeated, the Extinction War King showed no concern at all, but instead stripped them of their noble status because of this incident.

Liana, who had been somewhat hesitant, strengthened her resolve and replied: “As long as I can take revenge for my father, betraying the Domain of the War King is nothing!”

“Hmm? It seems I’ve heard some interesting remarks.”

Just as Liana finished speaking, a playful voice suddenly came from not far away.

Under the gaze of Lin Que and the others, Dimitrié, accompanied by two attendants, slowly walked from the edge of the camp toward them.

“Miss Kalyana, if I heard correctly, you just said you were prepared to betray the Domain of the War King?”

“Duke Dimitrié?”

Suddenly seeing an unexpected person, a look of surprise appeared on Liana’s face.

“Why are you here!”

“Hmm... as for me, I came looking for the Fourth Progenitor, who is said to have been resurrected.”

Glancing at Lin Que standing to the North North North Side, Dimitrié smiled, his gaze returning to Liana.

“But before that, I think it’s better to deal with your problem first.”

“Aren't you going to give me an answer, Miss Kalyana, who is prepared to betray the Domain of the War King?”

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