Afterward, Avira and Mephilia also communicated for a bit, likely discussing what to do next, how to form the alliance, and how to communicate.

There was also the most crucial point, after the alliance, the Luska Kingdom was a foe the Elf Forest would have to face together with them. How to face the Luska Kingdom was another problem.

Liana just stood quietly behind Sephirena and listened, as she couldn’t interject right now.

But... Nimeris’ gaze suddenly fell on Liana. “Miss Jacaranda, I wonder what your thoughts are on our decisions?”

“Hm?” Liana was taken aback, then looked at Nimeris and pointed to herself. “Is Her Highness speaking to me?”

“There’s no need to use honorifics with me. Your status might even be higher than mine.” Nimeris’s smile was somewhat insincere. “Since Miss Jacaranda has received the blessing of Mother Tree of Life, you are certainly qualified to discuss this matter. I wonder what your opinion is?”

Liana didn’t know why this matter had been brought to her, and Nimeris’s words also made her wary.

What does she mean, my status might be higher than hers?

But now was clearly not the time to consider such things.

Liana smiled faintly. “Princess Sephirena’s thoughts are my thoughts. I am merely a maid to Her Highness. Obeying milady’s command is the most basic requirement of a maid, let alone in such an important matter.”

“Is that so?” Nimeris narrowed her eyes. “I’ve always been very curious about one thing. Why do you always wear a mask? Is there something that cannot be seen by others?”

“My apologies, Princess Nimeris. I know this is very impolite to everyone, but I’m sorry, I cannot take this mask off for the time being. Because this is a treasure bestowed upon me by Mother Tree of Life to heal the wound on my face.” As Liana spoke, she took a few steps in Nimeris’s direction.

“Princess Nimeris can try for herself to see if she can take this mask off.”

“...My apologies, I was not aware of that.” How could Nimeris dare to do something so disrespectful?

Besides, she did indeed feel an unusual mana fluctuation from the mask...

The blessing of Mother Tree of Life was something she had once greatly desired, yet it was unattainable.

Of course, that was in the past. The current Nimeris no longer needed the power it brings, she no longer cared about it.

“It’s alright.” Liana also breathed a sigh of relief internally. It was a good thing the other party didn’t continue questioning her, otherwise things would have become very troublesome.

Liana didn’t know any disguise magic, and besides, disguise spells were useless in front of elves. They were so sensitive to mana that it would immediately arouse their suspicion.

“Regarding the matter of the alliance, I cannot offer any opinion, but I believe that all of the princesses will certainly be able to make the right decision,” Liana said.

Nimeris didn’t say anything more, just nodded and continued the discussion with the others.

Liana currently had no qualification to interject, nor did she want to.

Liana herself disliked this kind of thing, so this was perfect. She could just be a good listener. At worst, she could just discuss it with Mephilia in private later.

They talked for a long time, and Liana listened to a lot. Most of it was the elves explaining to the humans how to deal with the demon race and what their characteristics were.

Mephilia also remained mostly silent, only speaking a few words occasionally.

The conversation was drawing to a close when Mephilia spoke up. “The Ibett Magic Academy within the Lisat Kingdom... I presume the elves have heard of it?”

Avira nodded. “The last time I went to Lisat Kingdom, I happened to pass by that place and saw the two legendary statues. But strangely, I didn’t feel any mana fluctuations from them, as if they were just ordinary statues.”

Mephilia replied, “The statues are one point, but this time, the main point I want to make is not the statues, but the library inside the Ibett Magic Academy. There are many books inside. {N•o•v•e•l•i•g•h•t} It’s no exaggeration to say that it records all the books that have existed since the birth of this world, be they human, elven, or even demonic

“But ordinary people are not qualified to enter and read. Even if they get in, they can’t read all the books. Only those with the proper qualifications can read the corresponding books. Just as we humans simply cannot read elven books. If there is an opportunity, I hope elves can go to the Ibett Magic Academy to take a look.”

Avira nodded. She had heard of this to some extent. After all, knowledge is power. The more you understand, the more wise you become, and the more powerful your magic.

“I understand.” Avira nodded. “I will go and see it if I have the chance.”

“Good.”

Today’s meeting ended with Mephilia’s suggestion.

Liana habitually followed behind Mephilia as they walked out.

Nimeris sharply noticed this. “Miss Jacaranda, what are you doing?”

“Princess Mephilia is an important friend of Princess Sephirena’s. I am preparing to escort her back to rest and, on the way, give Princess Mephilia the gift that Princess Sephirena gave me,” Liana reacted quickly, immediately coming up with a reason.

“I see.”

Liana smiled faintly. “It seems Princess Nimeris is still full of curiosity about me. But I can understand. After all, for an elf to suddenly appear who has never been seen before, and who has received the blessing of Mother Tree of Life, it’s hard not to take a second look.”

Nimeris just smiled, but the more Liana acted this way, the more curious she became about her. However, she didn’t ask any more questions for now.

This is troublesome now.

Liana thought as she followed behind Mephilia. It seems it won’t be easy to stay by her side now.

For some reason, Nimeris seemed to have her sights set on her.

However, it probably wouldn’t last long. Soon, Mephilia would be going back, and at that time, she could just find an excuse to leave.

Liana and Mephilia returned to the place where they were resting. “It seems I can’t stay here with you all the time.”

“Mm.” Mephilia naturally knew what Liana was talking about. She wasn’t about to say something willful at a time like this.

“Princess Nimeris seems to be paying special attention to you,” Mephilia said.

“Let her. In any case, as long as the Tree of Life is here, it’s useless no matter how much she suspects me.” Liana wasn’t concerned. The Tree of Life was an absolute guarantee in the Elf Forest.

The worst-case scenario was that her identity would be exposed. Although being exposed now wouldn’t have too much of an impact, since she was about to go to the Ibett Magic Academy, which was relatively safe, it was still better to keep a low profile.

“I don’t know if it’s my imagination, but you seem to be a little wary of Princess Nimeris?” Mephilia asked.

“Yes.” Liana had no intention of hiding anything from Mephilia, but she wasn’t quite sure how to explain it in detail.

For now, she could only have Mephilia be a little careful of Nimeris. “She and Oester are very close. I’m a little worried...”

Mephilia’s fingers pressed against Liana’s lips. “I’m not asking you why you’re hostile towards her. All I wanted was a yes or no.”

“Mephilia...” Really, Mephilia is always like this, suddenly striking the deepest part of my heart.

How could one not be moved by someone who supports them unconditionally, who stands by their choices without needing any reason?

“It’s what I should do. Besides, Liana, don’t you do the same? Even though the decisions I make are sometimes very absurd, you don’t try too hard to stop me, but trust me instead, don’t you?” Mephilia smiled faintly and placed a gentle kiss on Liana’s lips.

“Alright, you should go back first, otherwise you’ll arouse suspicion,” Mephilia urged.

“This is the first time you’ve been in such a hurry to send me away,” Liana teased.

“Then, shall we have a round before you go?” Mephilia said irritably.

“Let’s not...” Liana cowered in a second. Now was not the time for that.

“You’re not going to stay by Princess Sephirena’s side forever, are you? In a few days, you’ll come back to the Lisat Kingdom with me, right?” Mephilia asked.

“Of course, I’ll go back with you. After all, I also have to make some preparations for school, right, senior sister?” Liana looked at Mephilia with a sweet smile.

“Senior sister, is it?” Upon hearing these two words, Mephilia revealed a satisfied smile. “Don’t worry, your senior sister will definitely help you. You just need to prepare your daily necessities. Leave the rest to me.”

“Okay.” Liana nodded. “Then I’ll be going.”

“Alright.” Mephilia watched Liana leave.

Liana hadn’t walked more than a few steps before she saw Sephirena standing in the distance, waiting for her.

“What brings Her Highness here?” The act has to be complete. Although it was also possible that Liana herself had gotten a little too into it.

After all, Liana didn’t dislike the identity of a maid, she even liked it a little. And in the future, it was very likely she would do the so-called maid play with Mephilia. She could treat this as practice for the future.

“Follow me.” Sephirena didn’t say much. After all, they were outside, and her relationship with Liana was still that of master and servant.

“Understood.” Liana nodded and followed behind Sephirena.

Soon, they arrived before a cherry blossom tree. Under the tree, there was also a raised mound of earth.

Seeing this, Liana knew what this place was without asking.

“This is the place where Sister Tarashil rests for eternity. I thought I should bring Your Highness Liana to see it,” Sephirena said. “No one will come to this place. You don’t have to worry about being exposed.”

“Mm.” Liana nodded.

She had seen her before in Sephirena’s illusion. She was a very gentle elf princess.

Liana stood before Tarashil’s tombstone...

I don’t know what to do!!!

Liana had no idea why Sephirena would bring her here. What was she supposed to do!

But Liana still symbolically picked a flower, bent down, and placed it before the tombstone.

“Princess Tarashil, we meet again... although you probably can’t hear me,” Liana said.

At that time, Tarashil had told her to take care of Sephirena.

To be honest, Liana didn’t really understand. And... why was Tarashil able to talk to her at that time?

Thinking back on it now, wasn’t that a paranormal event...

But she had transmigrated to this world in the first place. Liana had gotten used to such strange things happening.

“As for Sephirena... she is now a very outstanding lady. She has worked hard and changed a lot. She’s no longer that somewhat barbaric person she used to be.

“Princess Tarashil doesn’t need to worry about Sephirena anymore. She has her own thoughts now and won’t blindly imitate you.

“Of course, she hasn’t forgotten you. She has always been striving with you as her goal. But she will not become you. She is Sephirena, a very special Sephirena. She will not become anyone’s shadow. So, Princess Tarashil, you don’t need to worry anymore.”

“Your Highness Liana... what are you saying...” Although Sephirena knew that Sister Tarashil could no longer hear, she herself could.

Hearing someone praise her, and so directly at that, would more or less make anyone feel a bit shy.

Not to mention, Sephirena currently had a favorable impression of Liana.

“Am I not speaking the truth?” Liana said with a laugh. “I have seen some changes in you. At least you’re not as annoying as you were at the beginning.”

“...” Sephirena didn’t speak. She couldn’t refute Liana’s words. After all, at the beginning, she was like a lunatic. How could anyone like such a person?

“Anyway, work hard, okay, Princess Sephirena? In the future, we will be standing on the same side. I still prefer a more relaxed and pleasant way of getting along,” Liana said with a smile.

“Yes, I know.” Sephirena came back to her senses and nodded. “Regarding the holy sword, you don’t need to worry about it, Your Highness Liana. Trust me.”

“Mm, I know. I trust you.” Liana had no reason not to trust Sephirena.

Because Sephirena was now very clear that it was the demon race that had killed her most admired sister, Tarashil, not to mention their clans were mortal enemies. Liana was very confident on this point.

It was just that Liana didn’t know why Sephirena was so confident that she could find the location of the holy sword.

After visiting Tarashil, Liana also went to Sephirena’s residence.

Only... why did Sephirena live in a tree?!

Liana arrived before a huge tree, thinking it would be like before, where she would use magic to open it and enter inside.

But Sephirena extended a hand and pointed above her head. “Let’s go up.”

“Huh?” Liana looked up. About three or four meters off the ground, there was a huge branch.

“I live up there.” As she spoke, Sephirena jumped up and then entered the tree.

“...” Having come this far, Liana couldn’t just stand below. After all, there were still many elves around. If she stood at someone else’s doorstep, it would seem very impolite.

What’s more, she was currently advertised as Sephirena’s maid. Standing below would be even stranger.

“Huu.” Liana took a deep breath. Just don’t look down.

She closed her eyes, raised her hand, and a giant flower slowly formed under her feet, gradually lifting her up.

Liana’s feet landed steadily on the branch, but one could clearly see that her legs were shaking.

Liana walked forward tremblingly. Just then, a soft hand took hers. “I’m here. You won’t fall.”

“I’m not worried about that,” Liana said stubbornly.

“Yes, I know.” Sephirena wanted to smile but kept her expression graceful as they’re still in the open, and then she pulled Liana into her residence.