Ji Mingyue looked at Li Xin, unable to comprehend why such a person had no ambition or lofty ideals.

"I am not sure what you've experienced in these years, but I can offer you a stage where you can fully showcase your abilities, possibly even reaching the level of Governor Luthor in his heyday," Ji Mingyue said.

Li Xin laughed.

"What, do you doubt it?" Ji Mingyue furrowed his brow.

Li Xin shook his head, "That's not what I mean, what I said earlier was true. Living life the way you want is real freedom."

"Is the life you want just wasting your life in the Night Patrol?" Ji Mingyue asked, "If so, dedicating your entire life won't bring much change, and you will miss great opportunities and your talents will be wasted and eliminated by time, is that the freedom you speak of?"

"Xiaoyue, are we friends?" Li Xin suddenly asked.

Ji Mingyue paused, gazing at the red moon on the clear night, "We are, you helped me in the Secret Castle."

"No need to care," Li Xin said. "It's nice to meet old friends. Whenever you want some good food, feel free to come to my house as a guest."

Ji Mingyue's lips curved slightly, "You really are a strange person, I hope you won't regret today's decision."

"Living means making many decisions, but the least needed is regret, for everything is predestined."

Ji Mingyue nodded, "It's a bit cold, let's go back."

The two went downstairs, Lin Fei and Jina chatted happily.

"Little aunt, it's too late, and I have classes tomorrow, so we won't disturb you further," Ji Mingyue said.

"Oh, look at me, I was so happy chatting that I forgot the time," Jina laughed. "See you tomorrow then."

Lin Fei nodded, and along with Li Xin, escorted the two to the door, watching them get into the carriage and leave.

Lin Fei looked at Li Xin, "What's wrong, everything seemed fine just now. You knew each other before, isn't that fate?"

Li Xin gave a bitter smile, "Aunt Fei, can't you see? She's not like us, there are no fairy tales."

Lin Fei touched Li Xin's head and nodded with a smile, "She's an excellent girl, seemingly easygoing, but inherently proud, with a strong desire for control. Indeed, she's not suitable for you."

From the dining conversation, Lin Fei actually felt a subtle pressure, well-controlled by the other party, yet innate qualities cannot be changed. Even an unintentional glance conveyed undeniable assertiveness. Being a relative of Jina, she most likely has royal blood, and pride is inevitable.

"No worries, there will be better ones after," Lin Fei said, full of fighting spirit.

"What, Aunt Fei, don't do this, one is already difficult enough, if there's another, I'll run away from home!" Li Xin was a bit scared.

"You dare, you're rebellious!" Lin Fei suddenly grabbed Li Xin's ear, concluding amid his pleas for mercy. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

Organizing blind dates is addictive; once started, it becomes a continuous cycle.

On the other side, Ji Mingyue and Jina sat quietly in the carriage.

Among the royal lineage, Jina was already a distant member, living worry-free but far from the power circle. Ji Mingyue was different; she was a legitimate princess, not on the same level. Hence, when Ji Mingyue found Jina, a somewhat dispensable aunt, it startled Jina.

Of course, this visit was arranged by Ji Mingyue, but Jina wasn't quite sure what Ji Mingyue intended. Did she fancy Li Xin? Or was she trying to recruit him?

If it was fancying, that was impossible, the class difference was too vast, especially since Li Xin was a Night Patrol. Not even the royal family, even aristocrats wouldn't agree. If recruiting, it seemed more appropriate to directly reveal her identity. The royal family, although not directly ruling, still held significant潜 influence in the kingdom.

Ji Mingyue looked outside, letting the cold wind into the carriage, because she herself wasn't sure what she wanted. But she hadn't expected Li Xin's refusal to be so direct…

***

Netherworld Sea.

These days, Cantona was somewhat indulging in reckless abandon, letting things go. He didn't care about what the Nether God's Court and Death Church thought, eating and drinking freely, with Luna Ray around, allowing Cantona to have a bit of retaliatory release. Various grievances encountered during this period were finally vented somewhat.

This phase was just a stage for someone of Cantona's age, and when it was time to calm down, he naturally would. Continual indulgence was unrealistic.

The promotion magic potion from the Nether God's Court arrived. This potion allows the Awakened to advance a level, whether they possess a Divine Relic or not, it's extremely precious. The higher the level, the rarer the promotion magic potion becomes. Advancing from Three Lives to Four Lives is considered a rare treasure among treasures.

Among various secret paths, Alchemists are extremely special. Among numerous auxiliary paths, Alchemy is hard to enter and even harder to advance. To put it simply, even with side talents as an Alchemist, one can become an excellent Gourmet. Good potions are priceless, lifesaving at critical moments. Of course, a poison master is also a branch of alchemy, expert in assassination. Historical deaths of many important figures bear the shadow of poison masters. Among various potion categories, those aiding Awakened advancement belong to the highest tier.

Alchemy is an extremely luxurious and challenging legacy path. No such thing as a sudden emergence exists; even a heaven-gifted talent requires massive resources and recipes for cultivation, and also needs a mentor's guidance. Excellent Alchemists belong only to a few major alchemy families, the royal family, or the Church, holding high social and mysterious status in the Sixth Era's auxiliary paths.

A high-level Alchemist in the Church is of a revered level, even the top Churches keep them cherished. The Nether God's Court certainly has them, and only those who have made significant achievements can receive such potions.

If it were the old Cantona, upon receiving such a reward, he'd be deeply grateful, exclaiming loyalty till death. But now, his heart remains largely calm; he's already at the brink of Three Lives. The potion has a promoting effect, but even without it, his advancement is merely a matter of time. Of course, in such a dangerous place, an early awakening surely has benefits.

The current situation is, can this potion be consumed?

Potions shouldn't be consumed recklessly. Different paths require different potions, and the formula and production method are top-secret. Cantona received the "Nether God Blessing." As someone who was once a member of the Cardinal Hall, he clearly understands the effects of this potion, and it has virtually no side effects. Since divine power from corresponding Deities was added to the potion, consuming it can also bring one closer to the Deity. Some blessed ones may directly become Divine Favored.

Previously, Cantona longed to be the Divine Favored of the Nether God. Since joining the Round Table Conference, everything changed, and he now questions whether becoming Divine Favored yields more rewards or dangers.