Akali, the Spy Chief, and Sarah, the Fleet Admiral

Ionia is a place made up of various archipelagos. Due to the customs of the Ionia, there are many undiscovered islands in the local waters, untouched by human habitation.

Right now, on a small island, no more than a few square kilometers in size, a group of people are huddled together, and many of the men wearing headscarves are vomiting on the ground.

Two others fainted immediately, foaming at the mouth – a truly frightening sight.

"Are they alright?"

After hesitating for a moment, Sarah asked the woman standing straight at the front.

She wore a long robe, had a great figure, and her long legs, which peeked out from under her skirt, shimmered with a beautiful wheat-colored glow. On her pretty face, the most captivating feature was her eyes.

Bright and piercing eyes, radiating wisdom and compassion.

Upon hearing Sarah's question, Karma replied, "It's alright, they're just a little unaccustomed to magic because it's their first time encountering it."

Sarah nodded. She had really mustered up her courage to ask the question because she had seen this woman in the lower city. She had seen her flying in the sky—yes, flying in the sky.

With a wave of her fan, a green dragon thousands of meters long pierced the darkness created by Nagakabouros, bringing light to Bilgewater.

Yes, this woman suppressed Nagakabouros, thwarted Illaoi's plan, and caused Nagakabouros to suffer a crushing defeat.

Therefore, Sarah was prepared to be scolded when she asked the question.

What is her level, and what is the other person's level?

But, for the sake of her subordinates, Sarah still asked the question.

And these people, whose fates are now unknown, are all Sarah's loyal companions.

Rafen, in particular, had also fainted and was twitching slightly.

"They'll be fine, but they'll be completely cut off from magic. We live in an environment filled with magic all the time. Even in Demacia, which claims to ban magic, the locals live in magic all the time. Magic has changed our physique and strengthened our bloodline."

"But occasionally there are people who don't change enough," Karma said to Sarah with a smile.

This surprised Sarah; how could someone with such a strong temper be so kind?

"Can I use magic too?" A cheerful voice rang out from the side. Jinx pointed to her face, while Janna, who had already started snoring and sleeping, nestled above her head.

Janna was exhausted, so when Karma appeared and stopped Nagakabouros, she began to rest. She needed to sleep quickly to replenish all the faith power she had consumed!

The little bluebird only wandered around here for a short while, but it has already lost a lot of weight!

Karma looked at Jinx, then at Janna sleeping in Jinx's hair. She pursed her lips, surprised by Janna's closeness to the blue-haired girl.

Karma nodded and said softly, "Actually, you're already using magic?"

"Huh?" Jinx looked at Li Ke, somewhat puzzled.

Li Ke also failed to understand Karma's words and looked at Karma suspiciously.

Jinx is already using magic?

No, Jinx did create all sorts of magical items, but she never used magic.

After all, I, Li Ke, still haven't learned how to use magic!

The gusts of wind created by the Wind Technique are not magic, really not. But if you ask Li Ke to explain what they are, then Li Ke will use the Demacia as an example.

A Demacia smashes a mountain with a Riot Games, carries hundreds of tons of stuff around shouting "Long live Demacia! Banish magic and evil!" and then swings a gleaming greatsword to chop off your dog's head. Is that even magic?

Okay, you might say that the greatsword is the problem, that it has its own magical abilities, and that the evil Demacia was shouting for exorcism but ended up using a magical weapon.

So, what's the deal with that person who looks like Jay Chou?

Planting a flag can send a giant dragon flying more than ten meters, and a falling flag can cause landslides and earthquakes. Is this magic? It can't be, right?

Therefore, while magic is indeed incredibly powerful in Runeterra, it is not the only way to become stronger. Martial arts do exist in Runeterra, but the conditions for learning them are far more demanding than those for learning magic.

Karma smiled but didn't continue the conversation on that topic.

The girl had won Janna's favor and was in constant contact with magic; magic had long been flowing within her, but she hadn't yet mastered how to use it.

Li Ke wanted to press for clarification, hoping Karma would explain things more clearly, because Jinx was watching him closely, and it was obvious that Jinx was also confused about her magical abilities.

But Karma spoke up first, "Li Ke, how are you going to thank me?"

"Um," Li Ke heard Karma's words, reached up and scratched his cheek, and after thinking for a moment, asked, "Is there anything you need?"

Li Ke truly hadn't expected Karma to lend a hand.

In his mind, the Ionia, especially those with powerful abilities, were unwilling to help their own people when they suffered, fearing it would affect their own cultivation. How could they possibly help an outsider like him?

However, Karma did intervene. If she hadn't stopped Nagakabouros from Advent and instantly used her abilities to take everyone away from Bilgewater, Li Ke would have only been able to summon Ahri and have the Little Fox fight for him.

Therefore, Li Ke was somewhat confused about Karma's behavior.

However, given Li Ke's limited understanding of the League of Legends lore, he was unaware that the current Karma, the Darha standing before him, was unlike any of the countless Karma before her; otherwise, she wouldn't have been considered the most rebellious Karma.

After speaking with Irelia, Karma became even more convinced that peace cannot be waited for; necessary actions must be taken when necessary.

This was Darha's policy.

Irelia informed Karma of the changes in Zaun and Piltover, which led Karma to devise a plan.

"I know you can handle Nagakabouros even without my help. The Spirit of Salvation is more powerful than me, but summoning her to this world will definitely come at a great price. What do you think I can get in return for that price?"

Karma asked softly.

Li Ke smiled helplessly and looked at Karma earnestly, saying, "I really don't know what I have that you need, but if there is, please tell me, and I will try my best to agree."

Li Ke couldn't understand it.

Karma, a Demigod, is acting as if she has something to ask of me.

No, if it were an ordinary person, Li Ke would accept it, after all, he has Ahri's charm skill and is also good-looking. But if it's a stranger who really couldn't resist, buddy, Li Ke can understand it, even if he can't accept it.

It's only human nature.

After all, who can withstand Ahri's charm skill?

But Karma is different; she's Demigod, Demigod!

Hearing Li Ke say this, Karma also took the initiative to express her request. She looked at Li Ke, took a few steps forward, appeared in front of Li Ke sitting on the beach, lowered her head and looked at Li Ke, and said:

"Li Ke, I want your Zaun to establish diplomatic relations with Ionia and support Irelia so that Irelia can successfully establish her own nation. Ionia must be established; we need to unite everyone and ensure that people no longer obey the hermit sects but follow the nation."

"Wait, Jian Guo, let Irelia?" Li Ke looked up at Karma in surprise, meeting her green eyes, and continued, "Why not you?"

"Me?" Karma shook her head and said, "I can't do it. Only Irelia can do this."

If Karma hadn't returned to the temple after firing that blast of light, urged on by the elders, monks, and the voice of Karma in her mind, then perhaps she too would have been qualified to establish a kingdom.

But she backed down then, while Irelia never backed down.

"But can Irelia do that?" Li Ke thought for a moment and then asked.

Although in the story, Irelia is always compared to Swain, and when it comes to Ionia, she is the undisputed leader, Li Ke doesn't think Irelia can really compare to Swain.

After all, no matter how strong Irelia is, she can't possibly be as powerful Swain who has gained demonic power. As for intelligence, what a joke! Swain's intelligence is even more terrifying than his strength.

He's a man with the skin of an unparalleled strategist.

Karma smiled slightly upon hearing Li Ke's question and said, "She can do it. The Spirit of Ionia has chosen her, and I will help and support her."

"I've already spoken with her, and she agrees. She also believes that only by establishing a nation, like Noxus and Demacia, can the Ionia truly unite."

"And to achieve this, we need Zaun's help; we're missing a lot."

"..." Li Ke fell silent. He wanted to agree to Karma's request immediately. After all, establishing diplomatic relations with Ionia and acquiring special local items from Ionia was something Li Ke had originally considered.

But he always felt he could still squeeze some money out of Karma.

After all, this person is a Demigod, and she is the one who needs his help.

But after a second thought, Li Ke wanted to raise his hand and slap himself.

No, what am I thinking?

Karma did help me out; while it wasn't exactly a lifeline, shouldn't I be grateful for something that was already going well?

That doesn't make sense!

So, Li Ke stood up with a smile, reached out to Karma, and said with a smile, "Okay, I agree. I'll have Zaun gather a group of people to go to Ionia to establish diplomatic relations. If you need anything, just ask them. Of course, we'll also make our requests, such as some special foods, plants, minerals, etc."

Karma nodded, extended her hand to shake Li Ke Keying's, and said with a sigh of relief, "Thank you."

"Well then, if there's nothing else, I'll head back to Ionia now. I need to tell Irelia about this," Karma said to Li Ke.

Li Ke nodded.

Karma nodded, took out her fan, and with a gentle wave, disappeared from Li Ke's sight.

Before leaving, Karma thanked Li Ke once again.

Just as she said, even if she hadn't appeared, Li Ke could have dealt with Nagakabouros. But she came out to help Li Ke —or rather, to use his influence to blackmail Li Ke into establishing diplomatic relations between Zaun and Ionia.

Fortunately, Li Ke was not opposed to this matter.

As for why Karma couldn't go all the way and send Li Ke and the others back to Zaun, it's because... Janna was still there, wasn't she?

They definitely have something else to say, and my presence would only disturb them.

After Karma left, Li Ke walked towards Sarah.

As for Akali, she was sitting alone in a tree, head down, seemingly lost in thought.

"Sarah," Li Ke called out.

Sarah, who was tending to her subordinates, turned to look at Li Ke, a grateful expression on her beautiful and charming face. "Li Ke, thank you so much, Jinx. If you hadn't come, I would have really been defeated by Gangplank."

"Hmm," Li Ke wanted to say, even if he didn't come, Illaoi wouldn't let you die at Gangplank's hands. The story clearly states that Sarah passed Nagakabouros's trial and became the sea empress of Bilgewater.

However, his and Jinx's appearance did indeed change many things in Bilgewater.

"What are your plans for the future?" Li Ke asked Sarah.

Sarah gave a wry smile and said, "Let's lie low for a while. Although Gangplank is injured, Bearded Lady has appeared, and Illaoi is on his side. In the future, the Bilgewater people will listen to him."

Therefore, I plan to hide with my men for the time being. There are many islands around Bilgewater, and as long as we don't go near the Blue Flame Isles, we can survive quite well."

Li Ke looked at Sarah, thought for a moment, and said, "Come to Zaun."

"Sarah, come to Zaun," Li Ke said in a deep voice.

"You don't really have that much affection for Bilgewater, do you? What you did on the island was mostly about proving you're better Gangplank, about getting revenge. Since you have nowhere else to go, you've come to Zaun."

Sarah was taken aback and looked at her subordinates.

Rafen also woke up and heard Li Ke's words. With grime on his lips, he forced a smile and said, "What are you looking at us for? You're the one at the helm, Captain."

"Yes, Boss, we'll all listen to you!"

"Boss, wherever you go, I'll go!"

Sarah's men burst into laughter and shouted.

After this incident, although Sarah lost, they were even more willing to entrust their lives to Sarah.

Even in the most dangerous times, this woman was thinking of them.

Following Boss like that might not guarantee success, but one thing is certain: in times of danger or trouble, the Boss will be the first to rush to the rescue.

Sarah touched her nose, then looked at Jinx and whispered, "Are you happy to see me?"

Jinx paused, then wrinkled her nose and said fiercely, "Stop talking nonsense, come on then."

"Okay, I'll go then."

"Li Ke, I'm going to Zaun."

Sarah smiled after hearing Jinx's answer. She looked at Li Ke and said very seriously.

Li Ke chuckled, extending his hand to Sarah and saying, "Zaun welcomes you, future Zaunite."

Sarah stretched out her hand and shook hands with Li Ke.

Alright, now, Zaun has not only gained Akali, their spy, but also a future Fleet Admiral.

In this world, when it comes to naval warfare, is there anyone more capable than the future Empress of Bilgewater?

There is none left!

Akali the spy, and Sarah, the Grand Admiral!

Our Zaun is truly teeming with talented people!