Shion's Little Bootlicker:??
Senior?
What was going on?
But as she thought it over, she quickly connected the dots and couldn't help drawing in a sharp breath.
"An elder from the upper realm?!"
Von Hohenheim merely smiled casually at that.
"It's nothing, just a projection that has to abide by the rules here. I came to take a look this time because, through Celestial Induction, I received a mission assigned by the Deva Path."
That unhurried bearing, coupled with his ethereal, elusive air, truly made him seem like an exiled immortal descending into the world.
"I'm terribly sorry, Master. I never expected him to be from the upper realm."
Nakayama Shion hurriedly bowed deeply to Xu Yue in sincere apology.
"I didn't realize it at first either, but it doesn't matter. It's not like I haven't met people from the upper realm before."
Xu Yue did not seem particularly concerned.
As long as he did not get in Xu Yue's way, who cared what he had come down for?
Oh, right, he said he had received a mission?
Fine, he had received one. Following along behind and getting a little share of the spoils was enough. Those who got too greedy never ended well.
"Doesn't matter? Young man, your words are quite interesting."
Hearing Xu Yue's words, Von Hohenheim showed a faintly amused smile.
The difference in the essence of life was such that, even though he was merely a projection, if he wished it, he could crush even military formations in this lower realm.
"I came to see you this time because I acknowledge your attainments in alchemy. At the same time, I wish to remind you: do not interfere with my work, and do not drastically alter the inertia and overall trend of history."
"If you merely make