Lanmo's Counterattack

Her gaze fell on the desk, where a letter lay. On the envelope was a lifelike image of Nether Butterfly, emitting a faint glow.

A deep purple light flashed across the Nether Butterfly Mark! Immediately afterwards, the entire letter silently burst into flames, instantly turning into shimmering magical dust that vanished without a trace.

"Anyway, this person has already paid a sufficient price to get us to step forward and take responsibility for this fabricated crime," she said softly.

The secretary took a deep breath, his expression hesitant, "Your Highness, the situation... is probably far more complex than it appears."

"Oh?" Dafulin looked at him, puzzled. "How complicated can a picture book be?"

"While the rank of that Bone King is unclear, he is certainly a being beyond the rank of mortals. As for Scholar Bay Owl, he is not only Titled Scholar but also a genuine Saint Rank mage!" the secretary said. "There has always been a saying that ' Scholar Bay Owl is the most capable mage among scholars, and the most research-savvy scholar among mages.'"

Dafulin understood what the secretary meant. If things continued this way, the scholar would eventually turn that statement into. "Among scholars and mages, the most research-savvy and combat-capable," becoming a double pinnacle!

"Moreover, news of the earth-shattering battle at Sacred Mountain and the great victory at the Battle of Giant Horn Island has not yet spread! Once this news spreads, I really can't imagine what kind of unimaginable collecting frenzy and market demand this picture book about these two Legendary figures will stir up!"

The secretary didn't finish her sentence, but Dafulin was already beginning to understand—this was a secret chronicle of top-tier powerhouses, a private illustrated book!

Since the Legendary painter Crystal Orchid disappeared from the public eye a century ago, the world's art, collecting, and mystery enthusiasts have not witnessed such a spectacle for far too long!

Dafulin then realized that she had seriously underestimated the picture book.

"Then... what if we ban it and shut it down?" She had barely posed the idea when she immediately shook her head, dismissing it. "No way! That would flood the world with cheap, even harder-to-control pirated copies!"

Ironically, keeping the original art books for sale would actually have reduced the spread of the virus.

"In that case, this picture book will truly become a 'cultural tourism billboard' promoting the charm of the Northern Lands," the secretary said. "I just wonder what methods the Scholar Bay Owl will use to retaliate."

Dafulin's hand holding the teacup trembled involuntarily, almost spilling the tea onto her gorgeous dress.

Compared to "Bay Owl," "Belladonna" is the most widely known nickname for the scholar!

The secretary didn't say anything more. She neatly stacked the ten brand-new picture books that were spread out on the desk and placed next to it, then held them in her arms, bowed slightly to the princess, and took her leave.

Dafulin watched her actions, somewhat puzzled. "Why are you taking these?"

"Your Highness," the secretary explained immediately, "These were not purchased through official channels; they were bought with my personal savings." She tightened her grip on the picture album in her arms slightly. "These are precious first-edition, first-print editions; they will become collector's items and their prices will skyrocket!"

Dafulin took off the gemstone necklace from her wrist, tossed it gently into the secretary's arms.

"Leave nine copies for me."

****

Three Xiaohei appeared on the horizon, flying rapidly toward the Pansy.

The personnel on duty had already locked onto them on the radar screen. As they drew closer, the lookout team raised their high-powered binoculars and quickly confirmed the identities of the newcomers—three Feather Race flighters.

One of the sharp-eyed students recognized two of them as Stanton and Yuya!

Upon receiving the news, Su Ming and Zijin came to the deck to welcome the three of them as they landed.

"How are your injuries?" Su Ming asked, looking at Stanton's somewhat disheveled state. "Let's take him to the medical center for treatment."

"Okay, sure!" Stanton didn't refuse. He turned to the side and pointed to the third unfamiliar Feather Race who had landed right after them, "This is the messenger of the ' Lord of Feather Command,' he has an urgent message to deliver!"

"Lord of Feather Command" is the title given to the king by the Feather Race.

The messenger stumbled as soon as he stepped onto the cold flight deck, nearly losing his balance. He had clearly endured an extremely long flight and was exhausted. Without even catching his breath, he hurried to Zijin, took out a shimmering blue feather from his robes, and respectfully presented it with both hands.

His beak was rough and cracked from thirst, and his voice was hoarse. "Lord Bay Owl! By urgent order of the Lord of Feather Command, I have important news to report!"

"What happened?" Zijin took the feather, stroking it with her fingertips, feeling the unique energy fluctuations contained within it, confirming that it was a token of the Feather Race's king.

"It's from the Blue Dragon Race, Elder Lanmo Mo—" The messenger's voice was hoarse and he could barely speak. He had no choice but to take the warm water offered by the student next to him and drink the entire cup. Then he immediately continued, "Elder Lanmo, he—"

The messenger's body stiffened abruptly! He clutched his abdomen in pain and collapsed onto the cold flight deck!

****

Lanmo Cave, Northern Ice Island.

Inside the cave, loose rocks flew everywhere, and dust filled the air!

With a fierce lunge, Yinfei sent Lanmo flying! Another section of the cave wall collapsed under the impact!

In terms of pure physical strength, the Blue Dragon is far inferior to the Silver Dragon. Moreover, Lanmo is severely injured and is at a complete disadvantage in the face of Yinfei's attacks!

Yinfei grinned menacingly as he strode forward. As he passed a complex magic array, his Dragon Claw claw slammed down!

Snap! Boom!

The entire device shattered instantly, accompanied by a chain reaction of Magic Power turbulence!

"Tsk tsk tsk..." Yinfei's laughter was grating. "These tiny Feather Race reptiles actually built their communication hub here!"

She looked triumphantly at the crushed core, "Now all communication between Northern Ice Island and the outside world is cut off! I'll have even more time to stage the crime scene and fabricate evidence! Poor little Zijin..."

Yinfei's voice was filled with malicious mockery, "Soon, she will become the target of condemnation and vengeance from the entire Dragon Race! She will bear the indelible, indelible crime of murdering her own clan's Grand Elder!"

As she spoke, she spread her wings.

Crack!

A crisp, clear sound, like ice crystals breaking, followed!

Suddenly, Yinfei felt a sharp pain that went deep into her bones from her wings! In horror, she immediately looked down and was horrified to find that, at some point, a thick, dense layer of azure ice, exuding a chilling aura, had condensed on the surface of her enormous dragon wings, which were covered with beautiful silver scales!