After Charming Lady and Sneaker in the Darkness died, perhaps because the story only needed to focus on one person, lengthy descriptions of the environment and inner thoughts appeared in the black-robed Keeper of Secrets's narration.
Iluna did not care about those obviously fabricated descriptions of thoughts. She was certain that Shade fully understood the situation, and might even already know the properties of the Dice Story Collection.
This was not only trust in Shade, but also trust in Luvia. On the path of pursuing the Chosen Ones and the Great Prophecy of the Murmuring Chapters, Iluna Bayes sometimes felt that she, the genuine Chosen One, was actually the unnecessary one.
Shade carried out every action, while Luvia provided every piece of information. Sometimes, she doubted her place among the three of them. But that very doubt in herself also proved her trust in Shade and Luvia.
No matter when, she would never doubt Shade's combat ability. No matter when, she would never casually question the information Luvia provided.
"Since I am leading this incident, I will not disappoint them. I cannot always produce unexpected surprises like Shade, nor do I know all kinds of information like Luvia, but at the very least, I can do my own job well and fulfill my duty."
Amid the whistle and chime, the Brass Ring's light illuminated the darkness. The Destiny Ring transformed into Dark Gold Scales, whose radiance shone in every direction. Amid everyone's astonished expressions, the Chosen One's power shone upon the tabletop beneath the light.
"I cannot bring you victory, but I will use my wisdom to at least ensure that you do not lose this game."
"Enter the combat round. Please roll the dice and make a 'Boxing' check."
With a dull thud, Shade's punch was blocked by a