The more Lin En read, the deeper his frown grew. Judging by the date of this entry, it must have been written a century ago, around the time the Lucifal family first met her. Not long afterward, she had set out for the Spirit Realm.
But the more he read, the more something felt wrong.
Because of the "Soul Vessel" plan she had mentioned, and the soul she said they had nurtured in the Red Moon's burial ground...
Could it be...
He suppressed the unfounded speculation rising in his heart, turned the page again, and read the entries that followed.
[No! This is wrong! Although I have never met my master's First Vassal, she feels entirely different. Besides, this plan should have been devised jointly by her and our ancestors. She ought to know every step by heart, yet the greed she has displayed is nothing like that once-loyal vassal.]
[But I can only agree to her demands. The Red Moon Family's legacy must not end because of this.]
[Judging by her behavior, she only has a rough understanding of our family's ancient plan. In that case, I can only lead her into believing that this plan is merely intended to create another King of the Red Moon. That damned woman actually dares to dream of replacing our patron god... Since that is what she wants, I will make you the first sacrifice after my god's revival.]
[Still, she is indeed very capable. Under the ancient agreement our family once reached with "her," we would be responsible for forging the divine soul, while she would create the final vessel capable of containing the authority and the soul. Clearly, however, she only understands part of it. But since she is willing to make the effort, we might as well cooperate.]
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