Plymouth.
Outskirts.
Invisible ripples spread through the void as a mysterious door was slowly pushed open.
Four figures emerged from nothing, their outlines taking shape until they became completely solid.
"This is... the outside world?"
Lily rubbed her slightly dizzy head, her face brimming with joy. "We really escaped!"
"Yes, Sister. I was so afraid we'd be experimented on and turned into monsters..." Jesita, too, was filled with the relief of surviving a disaster.
Ye Funai looked at the two of them, somewhat puzzled. She could not understand why the Invisible Cult had taken an interest in these two ordinary Beyonders.
But a great existence like that surely had its own designs.
She turned around, her calm gaze settling on Solomon.
Aaron wore a smile. He was quite satisfied with what he had gained from observing this time.
After all, he had initially gone to the Investigation Bureau only to obtain intelligence regarding the Sun King's Spear. This had far exceeded his expectations.
Moreover, he had acquired a great deal of the Investigation Bureau's hidden secrets.
As for the final battle, he did not think an evil spirit combined with a Shadowless One would be of much use. Unless the Spirit of Void could immediately interfere with the mortal world, even if a Spirit Realm Longevity One descended, they might suffer terribly against the God of Suffering wielding the Sun King's Spear.
Through this, I've basically confirmed the God of Suffering's arrangements... They're still somewhat different from before.
Aaron's eyes darkened as he looked at the three women. "Lily, Jesita... it's time for you to fulfill your promise."
That promise was naturally to join the Invisible Cult.
"Respected Mr. Solomon, we are willing to honor our word."
Lily and Jesita exchanged a glance. Though uneasy, they had no intention of