125. The Choice

"You betrayed the family."

Camille stared at Stevan, her eyes filled with anger.

Stevan sneered at this and said:

"It wasn't me who betrayed the family! It was you! I am the true head of the Ferros Family!"

Hearing Stevan's words, Camille fell silent. Just as Camille was about to say something, Stevan spoke up bluntly:

"You went to the ditch with that native named Yuan Chen, right?"

Upon hearing this, Camille's eyes narrowed, then she squinted and asked, "You were following me? No, all the information and contact methods of the family's spies are in my hands... You've revealed my whereabouts to other families."

This area has nothing to do with you.

Hearing Camille's question and feeling Camille gaze, Stevan turned away uneasy, but then, as if remembering something, he turned back.

It was as if fear had exposed Camille's back.

Although Stevan didn't say it explicitly, Camille could more or less guess what Stevan had done through his actions.

To outsiders, the four families appear to be closely allied. However, in reality, the power struggles and infighting behind the scenes have never ceased.

Within the four major families, almost all of them viewed the newly rising Ferros Family as a catfish stirring up trouble.

Because the rise of the Ferros Family was simply too legendary.

A child carrying gold across the street is in danger of being swallowed up along with the gold by passersby if he is not careful.

The Ferros Family, who had just discovered the wonders of Hex Crystal, were the lucky ones who had been born with a silver spoon in their mouths. But it was this small family that, through the dedication of generation after generation of spies, managed to carve out a bloody path for themselves.

Since then, other families have also realized how important a sufficiently tough, ruthless, and brutal Black Glove is.

It was at this time that the other three families also trained their own secret agents.

Of course, in terms of both methods and experience, the secret agents of the three major families were far less ruthless than Camille.

Whether in direct confrontation or covert operations, thanks to Hextech's first-mover advantage and Camille's Hextech Heart, the spies of the other three major families are far less powerful than those of the Ferros Family.

But if someone within the family leaks information... then things might be different.

So-called secret agents are essentially fighting through information.

"You know what you're doing, Stevan." Camille raised her head, staring at Stevan, her pale blue eyes filled with indifference. "I find it hard to believe you would make such a choice."

"..."

Upon hearing this, she remained silent for a moment, but ultimately, Stevan shook her head and said, "Let's stop here, sister."

"Hand over what you got, then go back to your room. I'll take care of everything."

As Stevan spoke, the door to the side was pushed open, and one after another, warriors in red cloaks and armor calmly entered. Standing on either side, a white-haired woman in full armor walked in unhurriedly.

The Bloody Duchess, Falis Norra.

His white hair was neatly combed back, his brows held a hint of sharpness, and his lips turned down, giving the first impression of a perpetually stern headmaster from childhood.

He wore dark gray armor forged from wrought iron. Although it looked ancient, the details were exquisite. He wore a red cloak over it, making him look majestic and extraordinary, like a scene of blood.

Looking at Camille, a hint of surprise flashed in Falis's eyes as well.

Because of Stevan, Falis didn't think the Ferros Family had anything commendable about them. But now, feeling Camille's cold and aloof aura, Falis couldn't help but smile with a hint of interest.

"Camille, the chief spy for the Ferros Family... you seem quite promising. Noxus might be the place for you."

"..."

Camille didn't speak, but felt a deep sadness from the inside out.

Falis ignored Camille's silence and calmly said, "Alright, it's fine if you don't want to answer. Hand over what you found in the ditch, that Dark Descendant weapon."

Camille was slightly surprised by Falis's words, but quickly regained her composure.

Blood Magic Itself originated from the magic of a Dark Descendant warlord during the Darkin War. Under such circumstances, Blood Magic possesses an extraordinary sensitivity to Dark Descendant weapons.

Although Falis and the others were unable to directly penetrate the trench due to its the Sump, environment, and other factors, they still managed to detect the aura that Yuan Chen released when he awakened Styraatu and that Styraatu leaked when he parasitized Camille.

Silence fell, Camille instinctively wanted to refuse. But just as the words of denial were about to escape her lips, Camille froze on the spot—

She suddenly realized why Styraatu said, "If anyone tries to take her away, do not stop them, do not obstruct them."

At that time, Camille believed that the words of the Ancient Shurima "master" conveyed by Styraatu were meant to allow her, a member of the Ferros Family, to be taken away.

But now it seems I was merely a stepping stone. My true purpose was to be taken away by the person before me...

Thinking about it, Camille looked at Falis, a hint of contemplation in her eyes— Styraatu was conscious, Camille was certain of that.

But Camille couldn't be sure what Falis would do to Styraatu after she was taken away... or what Styraatu would do to Falis.

Sensing Camille's hesitation, Falis raised an eyebrow, then spoke in a calm, even slightly condescending tone:

"Why are you silent? What's your answer? Or... are the Dark Descendant weapons in the hands of those Yixialian?"

Upon hearing this, Stevan was standing nearby, also urged:

"Camille! Speak up! Don't drag this out! Noxus is the future of the Ferros Family!"

Upon hearing Stevan's words, a barely perceptible hint of disdain flashed across Falis's eyes. However, considering Stevan's status, Falis didn't say anything more, simply nodding and saying:

"That's right, Camille. As the chief agent, you should know who has the advantage."

"Ixialia's tradition of isolation will not be broken by a single diplomatic visit. They will not wage war for a foreigner who is none of their concern. Discretion is the better part of valor; now, the Ferros Family should make the truly correct decision."

Upon hearing this, Camille remained silent for a moment, then slowly shook her head and calmly said:

"The Dark Descendant weapons are not in the Yixialian. They are in my workshop. You may have them brought to you, but remember not to touch them with your own body."

"We know more about Dark Descendant weapons than you do."

After confirming that the Dark Descendant weapon was actually in the Ferros Family, a hint of surprise flashed across Falis's face.

Her main purpose in going to Piltover this time was to prevent Piltover from losing its neutrality Ixialia's visit... or rather, to prevent damage to Noxus's interests located in Piltover.

Upon arriving here, Falis sensed the resurgence of Dark Descendant weapons.

This surprised Falis greatly, as the Duke had been searching for Dark Descendant weapons scattered throughout the land to enhance his power.

If I can bring the Dark Descendant weapon back, my status in Noxus... or rather, in the Crimson Circle, will rise significantly!

Without hesitation, Falis immediately had Stevan lead her to Camille's workshop.

Stevan, of course, had no intention of refusing. On the contrary, after undergoing the Blood Exchange Ritual and being able to stand up again, Stevan was now undoubtedly the most loyal lackey of the Crimson Circle.

Upon hearing Falis's request, he immediately led the way with a fawning smile without saying a word.

The workshop wasn't far. Upon entering, Falis sensed the presence of the Dark Descendant even before Camille spoke. This aura, akin to that of a superior being, instilled in Falis an indescribable sense of oppression.

However, this oppression did not frighten Falis, because Falis knew that the Dark Descendant weapons were sealed and would not awaken unless there was physical contact.

Faris lifted the red silk covering Styraatu and gazed at the Darkin Harp, its gold and red hues and strings resembling twisted flesh and blood, and a deep sense of surprise flashed in Falis eyes.

Taking a deep breath and calming herself, Falis turned to look at Camille and said approvingly:

"Excellent! You made the right choice! You even kept the Dark Descendant weapons in your own hands instead of letting them fall into the hands of the Yixialian!"

"I will put in a good word for you; you will become Noxus's symbol in Piltover!" With that, Falis glanced at Stevan face was full of envy and a fawning smile, and said:

"And you, patriarch of the Ferros family, you will receive praise from the Emperor and strong support from Noxus!"

Upon hearing this, Stevan quickly bowed in gratitude. Camille, however, stood silently in place.

Falis didn't seem to care much about this. After all, you have to give people time to accept reality...

Falis knew and understood. It doesn't feel good to be betrayed by the person closest to you.

But gradually, you get used to it. Because in Noxus, fratricide is a common occurrence.

During their conversation, Falis and Stevan left the workshop.

As the workshop doors closed, Camille knew that Stevan wouldn't let his chief agent leave his home until everything was over.

He prides himself on being ruthless, precise, elegant, and deadly.

Even so, Camille still felt a deep sadness.

Unfortunately, this sadness did not last long and soon turned into indifference.

Her tears had long since dried up; Hextech Heart had only left her tear glands parched.

Ah...

This machine, named Ferros, produces so much noise that it's irritating.