Kevin's Miserable Love Triangle (Extra Chapter) / The Evil Eye in the Darkness

Kevin lifted the empty bowl, continued scooping meat from the pot, rolled his eyes, and remained silent.

As Kevin picked up the last piece of meat, Kiana tightened her grip on his arm, and the girl's voice trembled slightly with tears.

"I've ordered seven plates, and I've barely eaten ten pieces yet. Old Yang, you've gone too far!"

As his two round, fleshy mounds rubbed against his arm, Kevin smiled and picked up two pieces of carrot, placing them in Kiana's bowl.

"Eating any kind of meat leads to an excess of nutrients; a vegetarian diet is healthier..."

"I don't believe you! Get away from my pot!"

Kiana, who was really looking forward to having some meat, mustered up her courage, pushed Kevin out of the table, took over the spot that originally belonged to him, and started serving the ingredients, eagerly waiting for the lamb to cook.

Seeing Kevin leave his seat in frustration, Cocolia got up and followed him. The two sat by the edge of the garden and continued their conversation.

"I don't know much about the Roman Papal Legion, but bringing in the Angel Fund to mitigate potential risks is definitely the right move, and if necessary, there's also the Orthodox Church as a double insurance..."

So, just do what you want...

Kevin offered his advice earnestly, looking like a wise and enlightened sage, but as Cocolia looked down, she noticed that half of the meat in her bowl seemed to be gone.

However, just as the Alliance Leader of Anti-Entropy was about to confront him, Kevin returned home, wiped the sauce from his mouth, and looked at him with a deep and gentle gaze.

"You've done a good job with the industrial revitalization plans for Russia and Eastern Europe..."

"The economy there is recovering, the unemployment rate is falling, and social conflicts are being resolved, which will inevitably reduce the occurrence of orphans at its root..."

Whether Western Europe and North America have Anti-Entropy may not be important, but the revitalization of the national economies of Russia and Eastern Europe will inevitably collapse without your various investments. The two are interdependent and mutually dependent.

"You made the right move this time..."

Cocolia was momentarily stunned, a complex mix of emotions churning within her, before Kevin smiled.

"What does it matter if I'm not driven by personal gain? Even if you put me in your position, I can't guarantee I'd do a better job..."

"Cocolia, you've graduated..."

The long-time Alliance Leader of Anti-Entropy watched Kevin's retreating figure as he returned to the dining table to grab food, somewhat lost in thought. His left hand involuntarily touched his wildly beating heart, and a blush crept onto his ears.

It seemed that this was the first time since they had met that she had received genuine praise and recognition from this man.

A long-lost feeling of shyness filled her heart, Cocolia lowered her head slightly, but at the same time, she saw the empty dipping sauce bowl and her face darkened.

What a scumbag!

P. S.: There will be one more update, expected to be released around 12 o'clock.

Chapter 680, Section 713: Kevin's Miserable Battleground (Bonus Chapter)

After a hearty meal and drinks, the group, each with their own unique life experiences, developed various forms of entertainment.

The kids were having a blast playing online games, sharing figurines and comics, while Mei and Bronya took on the main cleaning duties.

Bronya's father Colonel Akreshe, and Du Qiangwei, a second-generation military officer, talked about some famous battles in history and various famous guns.

On a whim, the two actually set up a gun assembly competition on the spot. Naturally, Du Qiangwei, with her superhuman physique, won by a slight margin and happily played with the Browning she had just acquired.

Because of his bad reputation for stealing food and bluffing, Kevin was kicked out of the living room by Ada, Fu Hua, Himeko, and Cocolia, who were playing mahjong together. He could only talk to the middle-aged wealthy businessman on the balcony.

This slightly overweight Russian man was none other than Annie's father during the Second Honkai. When talking about the past, the Slav in front of him was naturally full of gratitude, almost elevating Kevin to the level of a savior.

So, in a daze, Kevin took the cigar, gulped down a few mouthfuls of the "water of life," and almost shouted "Hurrah!" along with the Russian in front of him.

"The captain has recently run into trouble for supporting the expansion of the Orthodox Church and has been blacklisted by the court..."

"Anti-Entropy started with technology, so they have some blind spots in their understanding of mysterious forces. We originally planned to keep Bronya and the other children with the captain to protect her, but that was refused..."

The wealthy businessman took a drag of his cigarette and whispered the reason, also mentioning his intention to "borrow troops." Compared to the title of "alliance leader," they preferred the military officer titles they were familiar with in Siberia.

Anti-Entropy, relying on the power of modern civilized society, is indeed not to be underestimated. However, with Welt's retirement and the conflict of two power struggles, heroic units capable of taking on a hundred enemies are extremely rare.

Bronya and Seele's Half-Herrscher tempted Cocolia's loyal subordinates, who hoped to borrow the children back to their leader's side.

After all, these Russian-born officers and businessmen were Cocolia's Oldest One core group, sharing her fate in both prosperity and adversity.

Their support for her was especially evident during the period when she was actively promoting Russia's industrial transformation.

They are all people who came from the red regime, and the idea of making the Soviet Union great again is buried in the heart of almost every Russian.

Kevin replaced the water of life with kvass brought from Colonel Akreshe's carriage, took a small sip, and responded in a low voice.

"When I was in Siberia, I entrusted her with the task of finding suitable young women to build her own Valkyrie Legion, the [Valkyrie Operation]..."

"Bronya and the others all have some connection to this, so whether they're in St. Freya or the Hyperion, their positions are merely nominal, and there's no reason to force them to stay..."

"If you need me, I can borrow you anytime, but the key is Cocolia is willing to lower her pride for it..."

"This is something you can't decide, and neither can I..."

The wealthy businessman pondered for a moment, gave Kevin a deep look, and shook his head helplessly.

Having worked with Cocolia for over a decade, how could he not know his old boss's personality—now bordering on arrogance?

It's practically impossible for her to bow down and ask Kevin for help, especially given their past relationship. She's the kind of person who personally rejected a captain, and as a woman with power, it's highly unlikely she'd swallow this insult.

Rejected and abandoned, she then fought her way up to become the leader of the alliance. Most of Cocolia's achievements today are essentially for someone who should have died.

Kevin looked helpless, knowing full well that even if he personally sent Bronya and the others there, Cocolia might not appreciate it.

Just as the two were frowning in worry, the four friends who had been playing mahjong together left the house, chatting and laughing, and they didn't forget to drag Raiden Mei was washing dishes, along with them.

"They didn't fight? When did they become so close?"

Kevin downed half a bottle of kvass and stared at his female friends, arm in arm at the entrance, looking like besties, and almost dislocated his jaw.

Not having cigarettes or fire was one thing, but he didn't remember that all four of them were good-tempered people.

Especially Ada and Cocolia, those two Vixen who love to watch the drama unfold, it would be a shame if they didn't pounce on each other and give each other a good swipe of fur.

The slightly overweight businessman adjusted his glasses and looked at his savior with great pity, which made Kevin feel uneasy.

"Based on my years of experience, the only reasons a strange woman can become friends so quickly are either because of shared interests or because they are a common class enemy."

Kevin recalled his time at the SCP Foundation's German Branch, where his female friends had been invited over and chatted enthusiastically about how to divide his vacation among themselves.

On that very day, Alice dragged him into the training room and nearly dismembered him.

The man trembled as he recalled that bloody and dark history, his eyes darting around.

"Should I just run away now?" Kevin thought to himself, already planning to flee. So he approached Cheng Lixue and subtly inquired about the preparations for the Super God Academy, saying he was willing to take up the position immediately.

Just as Kevin was frantically devising an escape plan and avoiding the risk of the machete, his phone kept beeping with message notifications.

The man clicked into the list and saw that it was full of transaction records, big and small. In just half an hour, his three bank cards were maxed out, and a series of slightly unsettling vibrations kept running through his body.

At this moment, women in luxury shopping malls are surrounded by a group of sales assistants. As long as they try on clothes and are satisfied, they immediately take the goods and pay without any hesitation.

After shopping for less than half an hour, the women were already carrying large and small bags, wearing Prada shoes, carrying Hermès bags, and holding jewelry and watches from Tiffany and Vacheron Constantin, becoming the most dazzling prey in the shopping mall.

With the recommendation of industry insider Ada, and the addition of new consumer forces Cocolia and Himeko, they will carry out the consumption philosophy of "not buying the best, but only buying the most expensive" to the fullest extent.

This Tianwen sum of money could cause the person involved to go into shock, or even bleed on the spot.

Finally, after everyone had bought the five-piece set, the woman's three bank cards were completely maxed out. She was still not satisfied, but had to prepare for a regretful end.

"We can process credit cards on the spot..."

The women, who had originally intended to give up, exchanged glances with a sinister yet pleased look upon hearing the saleswoman's suggestion.

"I've got my eye on a Tiffany bracelet; it's not too expensive, only a little over ten thousand..."

"I heard they have the latest Chanel No. 5 here, give us two bottles each..."

"A sophisticated woman can't possibly be without one or two presentable lipsticks. Let's go to the Estée Lauder boutique and pick some out..."

Thus, the frenzied shopping atmosphere once again infected women who pursued beauty.

As for the credit card, since that person's file is still in the St. Freya Academy's database, Anti-Entropy has plenty of talent to help open an account.

Soon, more than a dozen high-limit credit cards appeared under the name of this unlucky guy, and the amount owed in the account rose steadily, just like Kevin's blood pressure in the castle.

But the women, caught up in a vengeful thrill, failed to notice that within this Western Gothic shopping mall, enormous phantoms were peeling away from the outlines of biblical murals and dome paintings.

A huge cross-shaped halo, shimmering in the shadows, gradually enveloped the shopping mall.

P. S.: One bonus chapter is still owed. Three chapters will continue tomorrow.

Chapter 681, Section 714: The Evil Eye in the Darkness

"Himeko, this platinum bracelet suits your skin tone perfectly, and there's also a red agate brooch that would be perfect for wearing around your neck..."

The shrewd and resourceful Ada continues her plan to empty someone's wallet without a second thought, constantly using topics like luxury goods, beauty and makeup, and fashion to build rapport with her four allies.

"This one looks nice, let's go pay first, then we can choose more later..."

Himeko picked up the agate brooch, admiring it with obvious delight. She turned around with a smile, preparing for a short break before unleashing the terrifying energy of a woman's shopping spree.

However, as the five of them stepped onto the elevator together, a mysterious halo exploded, instantly blurring and distorting the surrounding scenery, and causing their figures to disappear in large numbers.

As the elevator doors opened, the five found the entire mall completely silent. Suddenly, many gray-black human figures of various shapes appeared nearby, their terrified expressions and distorted faces making the scene particularly eerie.

Furthermore, the strange feeling of being watched sends chills down one's spine.

"Strange, why have so many statues been moved here?"

Himeko was puzzled, but then she tapped her head and pointed greedily and Pleasure to the front door.

"If nobody's here, then you don't need to pay! Watch where you're going, hurry up! Hurry up! Don't get caught!"

Everyone snapped to attention, their expressions suddenly realizing what was happening, and they couldn't help but show joy. They lowered their heads and followed Himeko's steps, casually changing the subject.

As Ada Pathway the jewelry counter, she glanced at the name tags on the two mannequins and her mood sank to the bottom.

Cocolia stomped her right foot on the ground, subtly pointing to the polished marble floor, and gestured that the mannequins all had the same upward tilt of their heads.

The group understood immediately and were horrified to discover that the eerie image of the dome was reflected on the floor: countless silver-gray eyes, opening and closing intermittently, blinked and wandered on the walls and stone pillars, sending chills down their spines.

However, when the distance between the five people and the gate shrank to less than ten steps, the strange eyeballs that had been staring at them all around began to spin wildly. One by one, they peeled off from their original positions, each with shadow-like tentacles, and shot towards their target.

Life, death, light, and annihilation—the Four Symbols Sword Formation, begin!

Murata Himeko was the first to shed her heavy bags and summon the Xuanyuan Sword. Her figure split into four, and the energies of ice, fire, wind, and thunder converged in mid-air, forming a shimmering barrier.

Ada drew her sidearm, glancing out of the corner of her eye at the thing trapped in the light-polluted sword array, her face darkening.

One after another, pale white eyeballs floated in mid-air, while dozens of black, fleshy tentacles twisted and danced. Under the onslaught of sword energy, the rat-like screams were piercing and shrill.

"What is that?!"

"Like the Evil Eye from Western European mythology, based on my experiences traveling there in my younger days, this monster can immobilize its prey..."

Fu Hua looked at the eerie white eyeballs constantly emerging around the stone pillars and dome, and as he explained, he made a grasping motion in the air with his right hand and stepped forward to strike.

Inch-force, chaotic thunder! The Gathering of Thunder, invincible!

Under the powerful and unparalleled force of the fist, the hundreds of Evil Eye that were preparing to gather and attack the sword formation trembled violently, their pupils contracted sharply, and then, as if triggering a chain reaction, they exploded with a bang.

The sticky white slurry sprayed everywhere, causing numerous Evil Eye to quickly dry up and break apart, until they withered into dust and scattered with the wind.

At this moment, Murata Himeko lightly wiped the edge of her sword, and the Xuanyuan Sword rang out softly. Her clone gripped the hilt upside down and merged with the sword formation. The four colors of sword energy—ice, fire, wind, and thunder—intersected and surrounded the monsters, wiping them out completely.

However, even though the Evil Eye emanating from all around were broken down into basic particles, the sense of being watched only increased, and the eerie silence around them did not dissipate.

"Based on the density of people in the shopping mall, these models don't match the actual numbers; they only represent less than one-tenth of the normal customer flow."

The observant Ada looked around and noticed some puzzling details. She couldn't help but ask Fu Hua for clarification. At the same time, the female agent cleverly took the opportunity to get closer to the Immortal and Himeko.

"Legends become legends because many special species that threatened human survival were driven out of the main plane, which is why they seem illusory..."

"Even if they manage to evade Earth's self-defense mechanisms and return, they will need time to adapt to the laws of the superplane. Therefore, only those with high mental sensitivity will be the first to be targeted."

Fu Hua reached out and placed his hand on the pulse of a human model, but still could not sense any life force within it, so he frowned and shook his head.

"This barrier seems to cover the entire mall. Those Evil Eye are just parasites that come with the tearing of space by higher beings. To leave here, we'll probably have to defeat the monster maintaining the barrier head-on."

Cocolia, who was constantly aware of her surroundings, noticed the figure that had fallen from the ceiling mural and immediately fired a warning shot.

"Up there!"

The dark blue electromagnetic bullet pierced the air, but only managed to leave a shallow dent on the abstract winged monster.