“Being able to use elf powers?” Liana immediately became interested.

“Is that the important part?!”

Liana tilted her head, as if asking, isn’t that the important part?

“Isn’t the blessing of immortality the important thing? That’s something many people dream of,” Mephilia said.

“Immortality?” Liana responded without even needing to think. “That’s not what I need. Rather than immortality, I’m more interested in elf magic, because that’s a power that can help you.”

Liana’s strength was currently too weak.

“Just by standing by my side, you’ve already given me endless strength. And why aren’t you interested in immortality? It’s really strange,” Mephilia asked.

“To say I’m not interested at all would be impossible.” Liana admitted that no one would be uninterested in immortality, especially those of higher status.

As long as they survived, they could continue to enjoy these privileged conditions. Take some nobles, for example—all they had to worry about was the issue of age. As long as they stayed alive, they could continue to experience that feeling of superiority.

“But if I were the only one to live on forever, I would die of boredom.” For Liana, longevity wasn’t necessarily a good thing. If she were the only one alive, it would be too lonely.

“Liana, you’re an amazing person. You don’t need to worry...”

Liana glared fiercely at Mephilia. “Even if it’s you saying these things, I’ll still get angry.”

Liana naturally knew what Mephilia wanted to say. That she wouldn’t lack friends?

“Let’s look at it from another angle. If you gained immortality, would you be happy?” Liana asked.

Mephilia grew quiet, thinking it through carefully.

If she became immortal, her friends and family would gradually leave her. The pain of separation and death would be experienced repeatedly throughout her life.

Even if she made new friends, she would experience this pain again, until she became numb to this feeling, then afraid, and finally too scared to meet new people or make friends, ultimately living alone in solitude.

But all of this wasn’t the main point. The main point was losing Liana. If she gained immortality but lost Liana by her side...

“I’m sorry,” Mephilia lowered her head. She couldn’t imagine such a thing happening.

“See? It’s painful, isn’t it? So, immortality might seem exciting at first, but after a long time, it only brings pain,” Liana said. “And Sephirena has been living in this kind of pain. She lost her sister, which is equivalent to me losing you.”

“...I’m sorry.”

Liana reached out and patted Mephilia’s head. “What are you apologizing for? I know you said that without meaning anything bad.”

“Mm.”

“So, Mephilia, have you considered going to the Elf Forest?” Liana asked.

“Let me think... I should have, right?” Mephilia looked at Liana playfully.

“There’s no need to change your original plans because of me,” Liana said.

“Who’s changing their plans for you?” Mephilia rolled her eyes at Liana. “Princess Avira invited me to the Elf Forest from the beginning. For the sake of the relationship between our Lisat Kingdom and the Elf Forest, I definitely need to go there.”

“Even though you’re no longer the heir?” Liana knew that Mephilia would certainly soften. If she just left things as they were, she wouldn’t be Mephilia.

“This has nothing to do with whether I’m the heir or not. Forming an alliance with the elf race is a good thing for us. It can make our country more stable, which will also make you safer, won’t it?” Mephilia was somewhat stubborn in her speech.

“I get it.”

“When do you plan to go, Liana?” Mephilia asked.

“I’m not sure yet, but not anytime soon.” Because it # Nоvеlight # was so sudden, Liana hadn’t prepared yet.

“When you decide, discuss it with me.”

“Mm.” Liana nodded.

“Will Sephirena also return at that time?” Mephilia asked.

“That, I don’t know. I told her that if she wants to return to the Elf Forest, she can do so anytime. I don’t really need her anymore.” Then Liana added, “Probably after Loraviel returns, Sephirena will leave.”

“Loraviel?” Mephilia narrowed her eyes but didn’t say anything. Instead, she teased Liana. “Oh? Liana is being so cold-hearted.”

Liana glared at Mephilia impatiently, then continued, “But she seems to have seen through my intentions. She feels she owes me something, so she’s decided to stay by my side for now.”

“Huh?” Mephilia was confused, tilting her head. Seen through her intentions and stayed by Liana’s side?

Mephilia keenly sensed a hint of danger. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

“She’s staying by my side to teach me some magic. After all, even though I’m supposed to be ‘dead’, you still need to make public appearances, right? If you keep disappearing, others will notice. So to avoid this situation, Sephirena volunteered to stay and teach me,” Liana said.

“And you know, Sephirena might even teach me some elf magic. Although I’m not sure if humans can use their unique magic,” Liana’s eyes showed some anticipation.

Seeing Liana’s expectant look, Mephilia didn’t say anything. What Liana said was indeed true. She couldn’t stay by Liana’s side all the time.

Disappearing for a few days occasionally to relax was fine, but if she disappeared for a long time, it would become a major issue.

“I hope it’s possible! After all, as you said, you’ve received the blessing of the Tree of Life. Perhaps the blessing includes a way to use elf magic?” Mephilia said.

“Mm.”

The two enjoyed breakfast together.

Counting the time, this was already Mephilia’s third day here.

“I should be heading back soon.”

“Mm.”

“It feels no different from before, only having a few days every so often to spend with you. I had thought I could stay by your side more,” Mephilia said bitterly.

“There’s nothing we can do about it,” Liana also felt helpless. “At least we can both ensure our safety now, can’t we?”

“That’s true.” Mephilia patted herself. “I will resolve all this quickly.”