Chapter 184

In a sense, all the perpetrator needs to do is erase the evidence of their crime.

As for stirring up internal conflicts within Flame-Chasers and making everyone suspicious, it doesn't even need to handle that.

The situation is already like this, how can you make it even more chaotic?

[Q&A begins.]

[How did Apponia transfer the [key] to Griseo safekeeping through Raiden Mei?]

[A: Touched Mei's neck.]

[B: Touched Mei's hand.]

[C: He kissed Mei's forehead.]

[D: Touched Mei's hair.]

Cosmo: "... Apponia!"

Theresa: "Well, here we go again, this oppressive atmosphere."

Although the headmaster wanted to say that he was used to it, ever since he learned of Elysia's death, every time the system posted a question, the atmosphere in the Chat Group would become strange for a while.

Cosmo: "I have no intention of doubting my comrades, but Apponia, you shouldn't have used Griseo."

Apponia: "I have no way to explain, but Cosmo, please believe me, I have no ill intentions towards that child, only protection and love."

Cosmo: "Protect? Hearing that word from you only makes me more uneasy, doesn't it?"

Those who bore the Precepts, which one of them, without exception, did not meet a tragic end because of Apponia's benevolent protection?

Griseo: "Cosmo, it's alright. If it's about keeping things safe, I think I can help."

Cosmo: "Griseo, believe me this time, this is not something you can handle."

At such a crucial time, Apponia specifically entrusted the [key] to Griseo, so it must have been something extremely important.

However, this so-called importance has now become Cosmo's biggest worry.

Elysia: "Oh dear, Cosmo, don't be so angry. Is it because Griseo often Mama Apponia,' and their relationship is too close, making you jealous?"

A melodious, fairy-like voice broke the silence, while Cosmo could only look at Elysia with a calm expression.

Griseo: "Cosmo, is that so?"

Cosmo: "Ahem... no, Griseo, don't believe them."

"Damn it, "Cosmo could feel several sharp gazes fixed on him, and the scene of his death reminded him of some unpleasant things.

Griseo: "Mama Apponia, what is [the key]?"

Apponia: "It's something very important, and I couldn't keep it safe while I was caught in the storm, so I entrusted it to Griseo. I'm sorry, Cosmo was right, I did take advantage of you."

Griseo: "It's alright, I'm happy to be of help to everyone."

Apponia: "Thank you, Griseo. I think the answer to this question isn't complicated; let's choose A."

It's just a matter of routine contact and giving props; this Q&A session isn't about difficult issues that need to be discussed.

[Correct answer.]

[Congratulations, Apponia, for winning the reward: Rainbow Lollipop.]

[Synopsis: Once upon a time, a scientist wanted to dye his hair, but no matter what color he chose, he would change it after a short time. This couldn't go on forever, so the scientist thought, why not make a candy that changes the color of your hair when you eat it?]

[PS: And so, the Rainbow Lollipop was born, complete with a sweet flavor that kids absolutely can't resist.]

Chapter 299 Suspicion from Cosmo

Apponia: "Rainbow Lollipop? The hair-color-changing function... I seem to remember seeing that before."

Pardofelis: "I know, I know, it's from the time when Sister Elysia and Canned Food swapped bodies, she smuggled it from Sister Vill-V's workshop!"

Pardo vividly remembered that magic potion that could dye hair rainbow colors.

The main issue is that I still vividly remember the incident where I turned into Canned Food of Sister Elysia and went to settle scores with her; I still have nightmares about that day from time to time.

Vill-V: "You mean the toys made by the Occultist? No, that dye, although non-toxic and harmless, still falls under the category of potions and can't be eaten."

Pardo: "No, can't I eat it?!"

Vill-V: "Little Pardo, why are you reacting so strongly? Oh, I remember the Occultist told me last week that she's short another potion..."

Pardofelis: "Ah? Damn it, who did this! We must catch her and punish her severely!"

In the blink of an eye, Pardo displayed her agility, instantly hiding the potion hanging in the shop.

"Little Pardo, you're getting cuter and cuter." (Vill-V: "Little Paddo, you're getting cuter and cuter.")

Pardofelis: "Uh, thank you for the compliment."

Griseo: "Mama Apponia? A lollipop, the color of the rainbow."

Apponia: "Does Griseo want it?"

Griseo: "Hmm."

Since Griseo wanted it, Apponia was naturally willing to give it to Griseo, and as compensation for the [key], it was far from enough.

Griseo: "Mama Apponia, Cosmo... Do you want one too?"

Cosmo: "No, I'm just watching."

The entire process took no more than thirty seconds, and Cosmo's eyes remained fixed on Apponia's hand without him even blinking.

He would intervene if Apponia made any unusual moves.

Fortunately, Apponia handed the candy to Griseo and left without even touching Griseo.

[In the scene, Cosmo suddenly appears in front of Raiden Mei, his expression serious and the atmosphere unusual.]

"What exactly does Apponia want you to give to Griseo?"

Cosmo asked seriously.

"If you can't tell the truth, I won't let you have contact with her. I warned you not to trust anyone."

"I've explained it many times; even I had no idea about it."

Raiden Mei shook her head.

It seems she was being used by Apponia, but there's nothing that can be done about it. After all, Apponia's abilities always manage to lead people into her traps without them even realizing it.

"Say something, Kevin."

Raiden Mei turned her gaze to the other person present, hoping that Kevin, as the number one Flame-Chasers, could help her explain to Cosmo.

But she clearly contacted the wrong person.

Apponia merely stroked her neck, very lightly.

"Kevin, you don't need to add that last sentence."

Raiden Mei rubbed her forehead, feeling that things were becoming increasingly difficult to explain.

"In short, Cosmo, you know how Apponia operates. As it stands, I'm just being used as an unwitting vehicle by her."

"In any case, Apponia never did anything to harm Griseo," Kevin added.

"That's not necessarily true. Please leave."

Cosmo gave him the boot.

He never suspected other Flame-Chasers, but Apponia, who possessed the power of Precepts, was the only one he found extremely dangerous.

"It's alright, Cosmo."

Griseo reached out and touched her neck.

"Sister Mei does have a gift for me, although... it's strange."

"?" Cosmo was taken aback.

"Mama Apponia, why did you bring me purple?"

"Purple?"

Although it was hard to detect, Kevin's eyes did widen slightly at that moment.

That was an item that could move him to tears.

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"Yes, give her to me."

Griseo walked towards Mei, stood on tiptoe and reached up, but she still couldn't touch Raiden Mei's neck.

"..."

Although she felt a little strange, Raiden Mei leaned down and let Griseo place her hand on the right side of her neck.

Contrary to her expectations, Raiden Mei felt nothing other than the soft, delicate touch of Griseo's hands.

"That's all? Did you really convey anything? I seem to feel nothing."

"Because it has nothing to do with you."

Griseo crossed her arms, her tone icy.

Griseo's current state caused both Raiden Mei and Cosmo to turn their attention to Kevin.

"... Let's leave here first; we've already wasted too much time."

"I think so too." Raiden Mei nodded.

"You... are you hiding something from me and Cosmo?"

Griseo's personality changed once again; this inquisitive gaze was something they had only ever seen in one other person.

"?"

Raiden Mei's eyes widened, and she instinctively looked at Kevin, but then stopped herself in time.

"Um... we didn't mean to. Kevin has some private matters he doesn't want too many people to know. You can ask Cosmo, girls inevitably have their own little secrets."

A lie that's easily exposed.

But Kevin could only nod at that moment.

"Then I want to go too." Griseo, hands on her hips, looking serious.

"Griseo?"

I will not accept any answer forced upon me by anyone; I will find it myself!

Almost simultaneously, Kevin and Cosmo looked at Raiden Mei without hesitation.

"Okay, I know I said that, but this time, she was influenced by me way too quickly."

Raiden Mei sighed, feeling a headache coming on.

"Griseo, we have some other things to take care of before that. After we're done, we'll come back here and take you with us, okay?"

"..."

Griseo remained silent for a long time, then said nothing, "Never mind."

This time, it was Kevin and Mei's turn to focus their attention on Cosmo.

"Fine... okay, let's leave it at that then."

Cosmo scratched his head and left with Griseo.

As for Raiden Mei, who had been following Kevin all this way, she had so many things she wanted to ask this strongest Flame-Chasers in private.

Theresa: "Isn't Griseo's change a little too fast?"

One minute it's Kevin, the next Mei, and then it turns into Cosmo.

If it weren't for Griseo's unchanging, pure eyes, they would have suspected that Griseo was playing a prank.

Elysia: "It's certainly possible for something like that to happen if you're in contact with a lot of people for a long time. But Griseo is kind of cute like this, don't you guys think?"

Bronya: "That's true, but Griseo's seamless transition just now was too much of a coincidence."