The light patterns gathered for a moment, then began to take shape.
Very soon, something familiar appeared before everyone.
"Truth Book?" Angel murmured.
That was right. What appeared before them was the Truth Book formed from countless light patterns. Familiar fluctuations radiated from within it: the power of earth, the power of bloodlines, elemental power, and... the power of Nightmare Illusion.
It was precisely the Truth Book Angel and the others had used when they signed the contract with the Wise Sovereign.
The Wise Sovereign nodded. "To prevent you from distrusting what I say, I will use this Truth Book to demonstrate my sincerity."
Everyone knew the Truth Book's rules well. During questioning, one could not remain silent, but one could lie. Yet whatever was written upon its pages could never be false. By bringing out the Truth Book, the Wise Sovereign clearly intended to use its pages as proof of sincerity on certain critical questions.
This was also a good thing for everyone.
They might not believe the Wise Sovereign's words, but they would certainly believe the Truth Book's records.
Wise Sovereign: "Everything remains as before. Follow the original rules."
Following the original rules meant abandoning the Truth Book's unique "game." This was still good news for them. If they truly had to play that game, they might not be able to handle this ten-thousand-year-old fox, the Wise Sovereign.
After a pause, the Wise Sovereign said, "As your reward for passing the trial, the time now belongs to you. You may ask your questions."
Black Earl: "Everything concerning the Legacy Site."
The Wise Sovereign looked at Black Earl. "Very well. This is what I promised you. However... before that, I still need to confirm one thing. Have the Noah Clan's records concerning the Legacy Site vanished completely?"
Black Earl: