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Seeing Nedeli transform from a beautiful, extraordinary magical beast into human form, Neeko, who knew little about the outside world, stared in astonishment.

Seeing this, Nedeli thought Neeko would say something, but after waiting for a long time, Neeko didn't make a sound.

Similarly, after noticing Nedeli staring at her, Neeko also showed a look of confusion on her face, as if wondering why Nedeli wasn't responding to her.

Nedeli wasted no time and asked directly:

"Where did you come from? Why are you here...? And speak, why are you just looking at me?"

Upon hearing Nedeli's question, Neeko was taken aback at first, then a look of disappointment and sadness appeared on her face...

Perhaps because she didn't understand the Outside World, Neeko's thoughts were almost entirely written on her face.

In this situation, even Nedeli, who scoffs at civilization, can clearly sense Neeko 'Neeko thoughts after seeing her expression.

But this only made Nedeli feel more and more confused...

You suddenly appeared here, without saying a word... What are you disappointed about?

Nedeli was unaware that Neeko subconsciously regarded Nedeli as one of her own kind.

After all, Nedeli's transformation from beast form to human form looked remarkably like the elders of the Oovi-Kat Tribe.

If one had to pinpoint a difference, it would be that she no longer had the flower on her head that symbolized her status and was used to exchange for Sho'ma.

However, aside from that, both its appearance, which bears obvious wild animal characteristics, and its freely changing form are consistent with those of the Oovi-Kat Tribe.

Neeko had no idea about the profession of shapeshifter.

So when she saw Nedeli, she instinctively communicated with her through her soul, a common practice among the Oovi-Kat Tribe...

Unfortunately, Nedeli couldn't hear Neeko's whispered words.

Similarly, Neeko couldn't sense Nedeli's soul.

If it's within the original world line...

Alternatively, in a timeline where Yuan Chen doesn't exist, Neeko and Nedeli's encounter would be that Neeko transforms into a Cheka panther and follows a herd of beasts, where she is discovered by Nedeli, and they eventually become friends.

In Legends of Runeterra (LoR), Neeko, transformed into a beast, is captured by poachers in Piltover and then rescued by Nedeli. Regardless of the version of Neeko, the two ultimately become close friends.

Even one's dearest love.

However, this love isn't absolute, because most of the time it's just Neeko having a one-sided Nedeli.

And, while gay characters in the League of Legends universe are disgusting, female characters have always been well-received.

Leona and Diana, Chu Yuxun and Caitlyn...

The former has ample background story development, while the latter gained recognition after the War of the Two Cities.

Even for the relatively limited number of people who know about Neeko and Nedeli, at the end of their story, Neeko also embarks on a new journey alone to save and revitalize the Oovi-Kat Tribe.

Nedeli declined Neeko's invitation to join her for the sake of the beasts.

This may be one of the important reasons why the League of Legends cosmopolitan male character has different reputations.

In all aspects, while clearly defining their identities and personalities, the author does not compromise their character and beliefs, allowing readers to perceive them as independent and complete individuals with their own unique charm.

In comparison, both the backstory and the short story of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" seem incredibly abrupt.

They're all love-struck, willing to die for their partners, leaving behind an impression of nothing but body odor.

It's as if it was designed solely to demonstrate political correctness for its own sake.

In the past, Neeko should have been able to sense Nedeli's soul and consciousness...

But things are different now.

Having inherited the Dawn Bringer, Nedeli's individuality is no longer affected by the unique characteristics of the overlapping multiple realms of Runeterra.

This means that unless Nedeli actively releases her consciousness, no one else can sense her in the slightest.

Although Neeko didn't know the reason, perhaps it was because of Nedeli's agile movements, or perhaps it was because of the convincing aura of order that Nedeli possessed as Dawn Bringer, so Neeko still spoke in her broken human language:

"I'm from Ionia! My name is Neeko!"

The Oovi-Kat Tribe does not need to communicate, because of Sho'ma, they have no secrets from each other.

Having the ability to communicate directly through consciousness, they no longer need "language," a secondary medium for conveying information.

In fact, the Oovi-Kat Tribe's communication method is highly efficient because it allows the other party to immediately understand what they want to express.

Unlike language, where expressing one's thoughts requires transforming them into simple, easy-to-understand sentences, and the other party needs to further interpret those sentences to understand them.

Over time, this led to changes in the meaning of words during the transmission of information.

Unfortunately, this is similar to why the poorly made CrossFire was able to surpass the well-made Battlefield Online and become the dream shooting game for 300 million mouse users.

The configuration requirements are too high; the average person cannot afford them.

At least, Nedeli doesn't have the habit of releasing her consciousness, nor does she have the idea, so she can only communicate through language.

Nedeli was quite exasperated by Neeko's lisp.

Even with all her might, Nedeli could only discern the words "I am from Ionia" in a preliminary way.

Thinking it over, Nedeli shook her head, then waved to the pack of beasts not far behind her. She then transformed into a lioness, carrying Neeko in her mouth, and headed towards Yishuaoken.

Since they are both from Ionia, Yuan Chen should know some information.

Furthermore, no one knows for sure what race Nedeli is now. Before, she was Vastaya shapeshifter, and her transformed form was the magical beast Cheka Panther.

However, after inheriting the Dawn Bringer, race lost its meaning for Nedeli...

Because Nedeli is no longer even a living being. If we had to categorize her, Nedeli race should be listed as Dawn Bringer, just like her class.

Stepping on flowing light, upon arriving at Yishuaoken, a large number of commoners knelt respectfully on the ground and prayed devoutly.

Nedeli's sacrifices for Ixialia have been witnessed by all, and after this period of time, Nedeli has become a beloved figure.

In other words, the current situation is quite tense. After the Void War ends, King Yuen will immediately Nedeli as the new Elemental Sacred Beast.

Upon seeing Neeko, Yuan Chen couldn't help but stroke his chin.

"Bring me that Void cub."