Free Web NovelChapter 715: Chapter 307: Providence in Hand
The next morning, Li Xin brought the exquisite breakfast prepared by Ma Liu and knocked on the opposite door. Ma Liu had put extra effort today, making it better than usual.
Estella woke up early. Initially, Celestia wanted to leave a maid for her, but Estella firmly refused. This time she wanted to experience living alone. Managing herself wasn’t easy, but it felt completely different.
Li Xin looked at "Ella," whose nose still had some dust on it, glanced at the kitchen that looked as if it had just been through a battlefield, and couldn’t help but smile, "What is Miss Aries up to?"
Estella looked at the breakfast in Li Xin’s hands, "My breakfast was a failure. Luckily you came, or I might have starved to death."
"That won’t do; it would be a loss for Dao Yuan Continent," Li Xin laughed, "Anything from Ma Liu is guaranteed to be exquisite."
The two headed to the dining room. Chris had flown off somewhere, while Keli lazily glanced at him, then nestled back into her little nook, looking lethargic.
"Mr. Gemini, please take a seat," Estella said and then returned to her room.
Li Xin took stock of the room, which had been remodeled, with many new additions. The room was quite warm. How could he put it; these new furnishings could buy several houses. This must be the hardest thing Miss Aries has endured in her life.
"It’s ready to eat."
Estella had resumed her original appearance. She had opened the door too hastily and just realized.
Li Xin looked at Miss Aries—still as stunning as ever. How could anyone be so beautiful? His gaze fell on the food, "Let’s eat and chat."
Estella sat down, a bit puzzled, "Mr. Gemini, is there something on my face?"
She felt Mr. Gemini’s gaze was somewhat strange.
"Ahem, nothing, just lost in thought for a moment," Li Xin said, rubbing his nose and looking around.
"Mr. Gemini, there’s no need to worry too much. Our enemies may be difficult, but together, we can surely handle it!" Estella said, clenching her little fist. Her father’s death was caused by the Song of Hell. Her brothers advised her to ignore it, but how could she.
"The Puppet Master’s avatars are plentiful. I suspect Ji Sheng often sends his avatars instead. To get him to appear personally requires sufficient reason and intense interest, especially in recent sensitive times, which makes it even harder," Li Xin suggested.
What could possibly interest someone like Ji Sheng enough to make him appear personally? Li Xin thought about it all night but couldn’t figure it out. This is the hardest part; even if Mr. Cancer is formidable, he likely couldn’t storm the royal family directly. While he has the ability to break in, he might not be able to handle the aftermath.
"Mr. Gemini, I just received the investigation results from Celestia. The Zheng Family’s partner in Dragon Capital appears to be the Hundred Martial Hall, but the actual owner behind them is the royal family. Currently, the supervisor seems to be the chief steward Ji Sheng. Now that the George Family wants to take over, negotiations on benefits will surely require renegotiation. I think this is an opportunity," Estella said.
The Hundred Martial Hall is quite wealthy, thanks largely to Hua Qianzhan, who closely connects with Ye Shidao and Ji Sheng, inevitably doing business together. Some matters inconvenient for Ye Shidao and Ji Sheng to appear for are handled by Hua Qianzhan.
Li Xin’s eyes lit up, "This indeed is an opportunity. Are you suggesting that Celestia invite him out?"
"No, if it was Celestia, he definitely wouldn’t come. But if it’s me?"
Looking at Estella’s cute yet mischievous gaze, clearly, Miss Aries knows how beautiful she is.
Seeing Li Xin dazed, Estella smiled slightly, "Mr. Gemini, if it were only Celestia, even if Ji Sheng appeared, he might send a puppet. But if it’s me, I believe even the Enslaved Angels would be curious, greatly increasing the likelihood. And this opportunity comes but once. This time, we’ll lay down enough tempting benefits, and with me appearing personally, I don’t believe he won’t come."
Li Xin thought for a moment, "Originally, through the Gourmet Association, after reaching Angel level, the desire and sensation for mundane food greatly diminish. Only the Gourmet Association can awaken it. In such situations, he wouldn’t use a puppet to eat. Coupled with your name, the success rate would be high. You don’t need to appear; just let Celestia invite him out in your name."
Estella shook her head, "Mr. Gemini, that won’t work; this opponent is from the Song of Hell, a royal household figure—true elites. If even one step isn’t carefully considered, it could be discovered. You’ve also mentioned, there’s a Life Master nearby him. Even if they can’t deduce Mr. Cancer, we’re still at risk of exposure. So I must go personally, or they definitely won’t come."
"No, it’s too dangerous!" Li Xin shook his head. With his current strength, facing a Divine Angel one-on-one is still challenging, but regular angels are within reach. Though secure, he can’t protect others. In critical times, he might need to use the extreme one-for-one scroll given by Vladimir.
"Mr. Gemini, you understand that only with this plan do we have a chance of success. Once the Puppet Road Angel becomes suspicious, it’ll be challenging to proceed further, and likely he’ll suspect us, negating all previous efforts," Estella reasoned.
"Still, no. I believe using your name is sufficient," Li Xin furrowed his brows.
Estella’s ocean-like eyes looked at Li Xin, smiling sweetly. For a moment, the whole room seemed to enter a spring blooming season, flourishing with a sense of renewal, "Is Mr. Gemini worried about me?"
Li Xin’s heart trembled—this... is truly overwhelming.
Looking at this breathtaking beauty, Li Xin restrained his inner marvel: "Miss Aries, as a guest from afar, I’m already grateful for your willingness to help, but I must ensure your safety."
"Mr. Gemini, I’m not a guest; I’m your companion through life and death. This isn’t just for you, but for myself as well. The Song of Hell brought great disaster to Hedan, and it’s also the murderer of my father. This is also my revenge. With the Magic Ring protecting me, they can’t harm me. I can even assist you, within my capabilities, you’ll receive a significant power boost. Moreover, I have Chris and Keli’s protection; Chris’s combat prowess rivals that of angels," Estella explained to Li Xin, "Trust me, I won’t act recklessly. I’ll definitely follow your lead."
Li Xin watched Estella with eager determination: "Let me consider this a bit longer."
"Alright, I’ll follow your lead," Estella agreed, "I think Mr. Cancer made a good point, Enslaved Angels might indeed possess a strong puppet. We must be prepared to fight two angels—Chris is formidable."
Actually... Li Xin did plan to borrow Chris for a while, as the Sun Golden Feathered Eagle is quite the mighty Old Era Divine Beast.
One-on-one, he had some confidence; facing two would be questionable, particularly in Dragon Capital, which won’t allow much margin for error. He not only needs to win but must act swiftly and prevent the Slave Master from escaping.
By logic, the Slave Master shouldn’t possess puppets of the same level, but as a member of the Song of Hell, there’s no certainty. Over prolonged periods, maybe he captured an angel.
Before taking action, they need to investigate the Slave Master’s situation.
"I can ask my second brother; he holds a lot of intelligence," Estella offered.
Li Xin shook his head, "Don’t let anyone outside the Round Table Conference know for now."
Achilles, how to put it, his stance is entirely unpredictable for Li Xin. With Achilles’s strength, from mere clues, he could possibly deduce the existence of the Round Table Conference.
"Agreed," Estella nodded instinctively, aligning herself with Mr. Gemini.
"There’s something I want you to take a look at," Li Xin took out the Inheritance Record from Yazama Karashi, "Vladimir gave it to me. Do you know what this is?"
Seeing the Inheritance Record emit a soft white glow, Estella’s eyes widened, glancing between Li Xin and the record with disbelief, "Why is it with you?"
"Vladimir had Dean Mordo bring it to me. This Secret Item is quite useful; with it, I can use the Celestial Principle School’s Holy Word Technique," Li Xin explained.
"You can use it?" Estella was momentarily stunned, dumbfoundedly watching Li Xin with eyes full of admiration.
Li Xin waved his hand before Estella, "Miss Aries, Miss Aries?"
"Ah, sorry, Mr. Gemini, do you know what this is?"
Li Xin chuckled, "That’s exactly why I’m asking you. I guess it must be an important Secret Item, likely connected to the Celestial Principle School’s path."
"This isn’t an item; this is the path itself, right in your hand," Estella said, her gaze towards Li Xin both fervent and elated, "Mr. Gemini!"
