Liana changed into high-necked clothes, at least covering the marks on her neck so others wouldn’t easily notice.

“Blehhh.” Mephilia stuck out her tongue at Liana.

Just seeing the marks on Princess Liana’s body, one could tell what kind of battle she had experienced yesterday.

“Why are you suddenly returning to Venus Manor? Is it because of Duchess Erinna?” Minoga asked.

“Yes, because of some issues earlier, I didn’t explain things clearly to Erinna. This time I’m going to clarify the current situation to her. After all, her current state is somewhat unstable and feels a bit frightening, so I’m a little worried about her,” Liana said.

“I understand.” Minoga nodded. “However, before leaving, you’ll need to disguise yourself a bit. Otherwise, if you’re recognized, it would be troublesome.”

“Don’t worry, I’ve done this many times.” Liana put on a mask and then wore the elf ears she had used before. “I’ll use a few elven spells, and no one will suspect me. Not to mention, in the current situation, I don’t think anyone would do anything impolite to elves. That would be very serious,” Liana smiled.

Indeed, an elf’s identity was now almost a half get-out-of-jail-free card. Plus, with the demonic threat situation, they needed to ally with the elves, so at this time, no one would dare to do anything disrespectful to elves.

“Elven magic? Liana, you can use elven magic?” This surprised Mephilia greatly. She had never heard of any human who could use their magic.

“Sort of, but only some basic ones. I don’t understand illusion magic at all,” Liana created a flower in her hand and gave it to Mephilia. “However, the difference between elven magic and human magic doesn’t seem particularly significant. Only elves can see the difference.”

“Bang!” At this moment, they suddenly heard something hit the window.

“Oh, right, perhaps this is also a characteristic of elven magic? After using elven magic, it attracts these little ones.” Liana opened the window, and a small spirit landed on her hand.

“That’s amazing, Liana,” Mephilia couldn’t help but praise. “Perhaps you’re the first human who can use elven magic!”

“I wouldn’t go that far. We have a very long history, and it’s quite possible that someone could use elven magic before, but it just wasn’t recorded. Not to mention, nowadays, the elves are more isolated and don’t have much contact with the human world, so naturally, not many people would use elven magic,” Liana said.

“That’s true, but the fact that you can use elven magic is already impressive, Liana.” Now, Mephilia wasn’t worried at all about Liana’s disguise being exposed.

And having an elf by her side was also a very normal thing, given the current situation where they needed to build a good relationship with the elf race.

“After arriving at Venus Manor, I’ll return to my room,” Liana said.

“Return to your room? That might be a bit difficult,” Mephilia said.

“Hm? Why do you say that?” Did she need to prepare something to go back to her own room?

“Because Erinna has stationed many guards in front of your room. She doesn’t ✧ NоvеIight ✧ (Original source) allow anyone to approach your room. Of course, I certainly have the right to enter, as I have the key,” Mephilia said.

But because of the guards, even if Liana had a key, she wouldn’t be able to enter. And why would you have a key to Liana’s room? This point was quite suspicious.

“Then why don’t you take me in? I’ve even thought of an excuse for you. You can say you saw my room while passing by, then start introducing me, telling her what kind of person I am, or perhaps saying I’m your lover,” Liana smiled.

“L-lover?!”

“Aren’t I?” Liana countered. “Am I the only one who thinks so?! Have you been playing with my feelings all this time?”

“Stop adding drama!” Mephilia reached out and knocked on Liana’s head.

“Hehe.” Mephilia’s feelings were very pure; how could she be playing drama with her?

“It’s because this is the first time you’re actively mentioning this in front of others, so you’re a bit embarrassed, right?” Liana certainly knew what Mephilia was thinking.

Due to their status and position, Mephilia had never publicized their relationship, and then the fake death happened.

Since then, no one would mention Liana in front of Mephilia.

Although Mephilia hadn’t actively discussed her relationship with Liana, almost everyone already knew. It was something obvious to anyone with eyes.

However, they believed that knowing it and hearing it from Mephilia’s mouth were two different things.

“I understand. I’ll make our relationship public. I’ve wanted to do this for a long time.” Mephilia couldn’t wait to publicize their news from the first day.

But at that time, Liana still had a negative influence on her. Now, it was time.

Even though Liana had already “died.”

“Good, then I’ll trouble you to contact Erinna later,” Liana said.

“Leave it to me.” Mephilia smiled gracefully.

Because of Liana’s disguise, others didn’t pay much attention to why Princess Mephilia suddenly had an elf by her side.

Instead, they thought that Princess Mephilia was showing a friend from another race around the Lisat Kingdom.

Liana saw the familiar house. It had been more than three months since she had returned to Venus Manor.

It didn’t seem to have changed much, but Venus Manor was filled with a very serious atmosphere, without the usual relaxed feeling.

This was probably a reflection of Erinna’s mental state, which worried Liana greatly.

“Miss elf, this is Lisat Kingdom’s Venus Manor. The Venus Dukedom has always been the right and left arms of our Lisat Kingdom, holding a very unique position in our kingdom,” Mephilia introduced Venus Territory to “miss elf.”

“Venus? It sounds somewhat familiar...” Liana pretended to think. “Who is Rayen Venus?”

“He was the former lord of Venus Territory and also His Majesty’s close friend,” Mephilia explained.

“I see.” Liana thought for a moment, then decided to cooperate with Mephilia. “I heard they had a daughter, whose personality was somewhat unpleasant. Where is she?”

“Miss elf, this is your first time coming to the Lisat Kingdom, so you’re not very familiar with it. I understand, since Liana’s reputation outside was rather poor before. But now, Liana has changed a lot, and I hope you won’t have any misunderstandings about my lover,” Mephilia said somewhat angrily.

“I’m sorry...” Liana lowered her head. “I was being too one-sided, judging Miss Liana’s character just from what others said. If possible, I would like to apologize to Miss Liana in person.”

“...Apologize in person?” Mephilia’s face darkened slightly. “Follow me, miss elf.”

Mephilia led Liana to the back of Venus Manor.

“Princess.” Two guards stood here, both at the Executor level.

After all, this place that needed protection was Venus Manor’s cemetery, a place where countless people who had shed blood for the Venus Family over hundreds of years rested, holding tremendous significance. Naturally, it required strict guarding.

“I’ve come to see Liana.”

“Duchess Erinna is also inside.” The two guards stepped aside.

Liana hadn’t expected such a coincidence that Erinna would also be inside.

“Mm.”

Mephilia brought “miss elf” to Liana’s tombstone.

This was the first time Liana had seen her own tombstone up close, which felt very strange.

She was standing right here.

However, Liana’s gaze was fixed on Erinna.

“Princess.” Erinna’s gaze didn’t move from Liana’s tombstone, which seemed somewhat impolite.

But Mephilia didn’t mind these details, and besides, Erinna’s eyes were a bit red. No matter how cold her face appeared, she couldn’t hide her sorrow.

Mephilia placed a flower in front of Liana’s tomb. “If you want to apologize, now is the only time.”

“I’m sorry...”

“Princess, may I ask who she is?” Erinna finally raised her head and looked at Liana, though she didn’t seem to realize that the elf before her was actually Liana.

“A friend from another race. I’m showing her around. However, when we came to Venus Manor, I couldn’t help but think of Liana, so I brought her here to see,” Mephilia’s expression also revealed some sadness, though it was unclear what she was thinking now.

“I see...”

Erinna didn’t want to say much more. She didn’t want to show her vulnerable side in front of strangers, and besides, the ring on Princess Mephilia’s hand was somewhat too glaring.

The only thing Sister Liana left for her was that package of tea...

“There are some matters to attend to at Venus Manor. I’ll go back first,” Erinna said.

“Mm.” Mephilia nodded.

This wasn’t a good place to talk. If they were discovered, it would be troublesome.

“You see? Liana isn’t like the rumors. She holds special meaning for many people,” Mephilia deliberately said this for Liana to hear.

Liana also saw that in front of her tombstone, there were many fresh flowers. It seemed that people often came to visit her, though Liana herself didn’t know what it was about her that attracted others.

“Let’s go too.” After wandering around, it was time to get down to business. After all, Erinna’s look just now, Mephilia had seen it before.

It was when she looked in the mirror unintentionally. At that time, she was feeling truly terrible...

Confused, desperate, painful, even to the point of not knowing what to do.

It was only through self-comfort that she felt a bit better.

So, she didn’t want to see Erinna suffering so much either.

“Princess.” There were also two guards in front of Liana’s room.

“Step aside. I miss Liana,” Mephilia said.

“Yes.” The two guards didn’t say anything. They had no right to stop Princess Mephilia’s relationship with Princess Liana.

Mephilia took out the key to Liana’s room.

After going in, she locked the door, and then...

She completely changed, like a different person, taking off her shoes and jumping onto Liana’s bed.

Her fair and delicate legs swayed, looking very tempting.

“You really relaxed quickly,” Liana also removed her disguise.

Although the room was indeed safe, Mephilia’s face changed too quickly, didn’t it?

Liana sat at the edge and reached out to pat Mephilia’s bottom.

“We’re going to do something important next. Even if it’s your request, I won’t agree,” Mephilia said.

“Don’t imagine things,” Liana irritably pinched Mephilia’s thigh. “Erinna’s state looks really bad.”

“Isn’t it because of someone?” Mephilia poked Liana’s cheek. “Explain things to her properly, okay? She’ll definitely be very happy.”

“Mm.”

“I can’t keep His Majesty waiting too long either. This is a matter concerning the survival of humanity,” Mephilia wasn’t exaggerating. The matter of the demon race had to be taken seriously.

“Go ahead. I’ll wait for you to return here. Before you come back, barring any unexpected events, I won’t leave this room,” Liana said.

“Then I’ll go talk to Erinna.” Mephilia stood up, turned around, bent down, and gave a light kiss. “I’ll be back soon.”

“Mm.” Liana hid in a corner, quietly waiting for Erinna’s arrival.

About an hour later, Liana heard the sound of the door being opened.

Then Erinna walked in. After confirming that Erinna had locked the door and that only Erinna had entered, Liana approached her.

“Long time no see, Erinna.”

“Sister Liana.” Erinna looked at Liana somewhat dazedly. She had found Liana’s death strange, but the facts told her that Liana had indeed died.

So, when Liana stood before her again, she was stunned.

“I’m sorry for deceiving you,” Liana bowed to apologize to Erinna.

Erinna stepped forward, walked to Liana’s side, and with her height advantage, easily picked Liana up.

“Erinna, what are you doing?” Although Liana knew Erinna was very happy, she didn’t need to pick her up, did she?

“Erinna, you...” But Liana quickly discovered something was wrong. Her limbs began to weaken, and her consciousness gradually blurred...