Chapter 368

The images in the screen began to backtrack to a more distant era.

A female figure with blood-red long hair appeared in the image.

"The human appearance of the 'Lady of Blood'..."

Luo En recognized this legendary figure; she was Aiden's ancestor and also one of the important founders of bloodline studies after Lance.

The voice of the King of Illusions became gentle, with nostalgic light flowing in her eyes:

"Little Selna was once one of my students."

The scene showed Selna's research life.

Her figure working focused in the laboratory, her indifferent expression when treating injured wizards, and her bowing and serving in the halls of the Fairy Land...

"But Aiden... that pathetic clown corrupted by desire..."

The voice of the King of Illusions began to become cold, and the surrounding temperature seemed to drop by several degrees:

"He not only desecrated little Selna's research results but also murdered his own ancestor in the most cruel way, seizing the power that originally did not belong to him."

The scene of that heinous act appeared in the screen:

Aiden stood in a pool of blood, holding Selna's virtual remains fragments in his hand, a crazy and proud smile on his face.

And in the virtual remains structure in his hand, Selna's originally loving face was vaguely reflected, now only shock and disappointment remaining.

"From that moment on, I decided to let him stage the most absurd drama..."

Luo En listened quietly to this past event, and began to understand the deep logic of the entire layout in his heart.

"So Euphemia..."

"Is exactly a key chess piece we arranged."

The King of Illusions nodded to confirm:

"The technical support Aiden obtained in the process of creating her, including the help from Cassandra, all had our secret promotion behind it."

"Even Tower Master Cassandra participated in it?"

This information made Luo En feel surprised; he originally thought the leader of the Conquest Faction acted independently.

"Cassandra doesn't know the complete plan; she just obtained some 'timely' information at the appropriate time."

The King of Illusions explained:

"For example, some data about bloodline isolation technology, for example, some hints about the cooperation of abyss apostles.

She thought these were her own wisdom and luck, but in fact, they were all the results of our careful arrangement."

Luo En began to realize the terrifying scale of this conspiracy.

If even top Great Wizards like Cassandra became chess pieces without knowing it.

Then how many "accidents" that look like accidents on the surface are actually intentional arrangements?

"Then I..."

He inquired tentatively, a sense of unease surging in his heart.

"You are a special existence, my child."

The eyes of the King of Illusions became deep:

"Your appearance indeed exceeded our original presets, but this is not a bad thing.

On the contrary, you provided a brand-new possibility for this plan."

She waved her hand, and the surrounding screens began to display more complex charts.

That was a huge relationship network diagram, with countless line segments connecting different characters and forces.

In the center of the chart, Luo En's avatar was emitting special light.

"The original plan was to let Euphemia betray Aiden at a critical moment."

The King of Illusions explained in detail:

"But her growth speed and influence were limited."

"And your appearance provided us with a more efficient choice, and you can also obtain many precious benefits from it."

"What specific benefits?"

Luo En asked directly; he was clear that transactions at this level must involve huge interests.

"First, knowledge."

The King of Illusions began to display her bargaining chips:

"After you reach the Moon-Sun level, I will teach you the forbidden technique of 'Spell Reversal'.

This is an ultimate technique capable of applying the effects of any harmful spell or contract back to the caster."

The basic principle diagram of Spell Reversal appeared in the screen.

Those complex rune structures and energy flow diagrams made Luo En fascinated.

The value of this technology is immeasurable, almost to the point of being the ultimate nemesis of all contract-based spells.

"With this technology, Euphemia can utilize the bloodline locks and curse marks Aiden left on her in reverse."

The King of Illusions continued to explain:

"Not only can she get rid of control, but she can even steal part of Aiden's power in reverse."

"Second, guidance."

Her voice became more seductive:

"When you become a Dark Sun-level wizard and condense the virtual remains prototype, I can consider serving as the mentor for your next path.

With my level, the guidance I can provide you far exceeds any Great Wizard."

This proposal made Luo En's heart beat faster.

With the King of Illusions' ability and status, her guidance indeed has immeasurable value.

But at the same time, the friction with Lady Ellen also made him maintain deep vigilance against this kind of mentorship relationship.

"Finally, opportunity."

"The process of participating in this plan will allow you to come into contact with many secret knowledge and precious resources that you usually cannot access."

She paused for a moment, her tone becoming deeper:

"In this world, pure power is just the foundation.

What truly determines fate is how to use power, how to build alliances, and how to find one's position in complex situations."

Luo En listened quietly to these temptations, analyzing in his heart.

From the perspective of interests, the King of Illusions' proposal indeed has huge attraction.

But he also clearly realized the risks involved.

"Your proposal is indeed very attractive." He spoke slowly:

"But I need to know more details.

For example, what is the specific principle of this Spell Reversal technology? Are there risks and limitations in its use?"

"Smart question."

The King of Illusions nodded approvingly:

"The core principle of Spell Reversal is 'causality reversal'; through special rune structures and mental force operations, the causal relationship between the caster and the target can be reversed."

She summoned a three-dimensional demonstration model:

"Simply put, if someone casts a binding spell on you, through Spell Reversal, this binding will be transferred to the caster.

If someone tries to steal your power, through Spell Reversal, what is stolen will become the other party's power."

"But this technology does have limitations."

Her expression became serious:

"First, the user must possess extremely high mental force control ability; once an operation error occurs, the backlash effect will be very terrible.

Second, for overly powerful casters, the reversal effect might be detected.

Finally, each use will cause certain damage to the user's soul and cannot be used frequently."

This frank explanation made Luo En feel a little more at ease in his heart.

At least the other party didn't hide the risks but informed him of the limitations of the technology truthfully.

However, whether it is true or false and what its value is still needs to be carefully verified.

"I need time to consider this proposal."

He finally gave a cautious answer:

"Regarding Spell Reversal technology, I am very interested.

Regarding the mentorship relationship, I also hope to be able to understand it in more detail through divination and other means."

"Of course, this is a wise choice."

The King of Illusions didn't show any dissatisfaction, but rather some approval:

"Hasty decisions often bring catastrophic consequences, and careful thinking is the attitude a wise person should have."

She paused for a moment, her tone becoming gentler:

"There is still plenty of time, you can consider it slowly.

And, even if you finally decide not to accept the mentorship relationship, other cooperation between us can still proceed."

"However, regarding the issue of Euphemia..."

Her expression became serious:

"This decision is best not delayed for too long.

Aiden's patience is limited; if he finds that Euphemia cannot complete the mission for a long time, he might take more radical measures."

"What do you mean?"

"Directly dispatching more blood kin creations, or descending to the main world personally to intervene."

The voice of the King of Illusions carried a warning:

"Although with his current state, the success rate of such an action is not high, the damage caused will be very huge."

This information made Luo En realize the urgency of the situation.

"I will make a decision as soon as possible."

He gave a relatively clear promise:

"If I decide to participate, what is the specific cooperation method?"

"Very simple."

The King of Illusions smiled satisfiedly:

"You only need to establish a trust relationship with Euphemia, and then teach her the Spell Reversal technology at an appropriate time.

The specific timing and method are all judged and controlled by you."

"I will not interfere with your specific interactions, nor will I require you to act according to my intentions."

Her voice carried sincerity:

"All I need is the result, and the process is completely decided by you autonomously."

This degree of autonomy made Luo En feel surprised.

In his expectation, transactions at this level should be accompanied by more constraints and restrictions.

"Of course, as the basis for cooperation..."