Chapter 478: The Taste of Lying
Chapter 478: The Taste of Lying
What level of strength does an Eighth Stage Awakener possess?
Lindsey switched his train of thought.
In terms of abilities, an artist at the eighth stage can create worlds.
If such a power were to be set in a myth or a novel's script, each one would be akin to a creation deity.
With this in mind, Fenna could easily see through the existence of the Codex of Human Wisdom.
Now it made sense.
So, what is Fenna's purpose?
Why did she directly reveal this secret to me?
Lindsey's mind raced, and numerous thoughts flooded his mind all at once.
However, before he could ask, Fenna had already read his thoughts and took the initiative to explain,
"Rest assured, the Codex of Human Wisdom is not something that a typical Eighth Stage Awakener can see through. I only became aware of its existence because I wanted to imitate you in a performance, and I noticed it when I got close to you."
"Don't be modest, this is something only an actor like me could discover!"
Lindsey spoke up,
"Then..."
Fenna quickly answered,
"The discovery on Black Tide Island..."
"If they knew you had this, they would have come to rob you long ago."
"That's why I had to get everyone else away and talk to you alone."
Lindsey opened his mouth,
"I..."
Fenna interrupted again,
"Lindsey, the Law Capital needs the Codex of Human Wisdom to anchor the law and concept of order."
"Are you going there to return it to the Law Capital?"
Lindsey thought to himself,
Can't you let me speak?
Fenna couldn't hold back her laughter,
"Pfft—"
"Haha, you're such a cutie. Go ahead, I'm listening."
Lindsey felt a bit uncomfortable after being interrupted so many times.
He cleared his throat and replied seriously,
"The reason the Codex of Human Wisdom is with me is because someone used it to save me. If the stability and order of the world require it, I will not keep it for myself."
Fenna's eyes softened as she looked at the young man before her. She could tell that his answer wasn't a mere pretense or deception but a sincere thought after careful consideration.
Satisfied, Fenna said to Lindsey,
"Then I should remind you of something."
"Your current skills have been enhanced by the Codex of Human Wisdom, but when it's separated from you, it might lead to a very dangerous situation."
Lindsey shrugged,
"I've faced dangerous situations before, more than once."
"There's always a way."
Hearing Lindsey's response, Fenna suddenly took a step forward.
The two were almost face to face, and Lindsey could see his reflection in the pink irises of the girl.
"Ah?"
Lindsey's heart tightened.
The movement of the eighth-stage Awakener was too fast for him to dodge, and the next moment, he felt a soft touch on his face.
Fenna kissed him lightly,
"This is for you, a gift for the brave."
"..."
Lindsey was still in a daze.
It wasn't until his attribute panel changed that he suddenly snapped out of it.
...
Isn't this a health lock?
Fenna's blessing, just from the words alone, was clearly powerful!
"Lindsey, you should protect your story well."
"In a place like Thousand Sails City, someone like you will easily be passionately loved."
"Just like that Seraphina."
Fenna spoke up, and Lindsey's face turned pale.
He really didn't want to encounter another difficult opponent like Seraphina.
Moreover, as he thought about it further...
It wasn't just Seraphina, but Valar would be accompanying her as well. That was the reason they were traveling together in the first place.
If he were to spread his name...
How many troubles would find him in the city of Thousand Sails?
At this moment, Fenna spoke again:
"In my memory, every legal reform in the City of Law was accompanied by iron and blood."
"Lindsey, your future is a thorny path."
Speaking of this, Lindsey couldn't help but feel curious.
From the start of their conversation, Fenna's attitude had been very friendly, and the marker on the map was undoubtedly green.
This kindness...
Fenna interrupted again:
"Otherwise, should I be as extreme as a fallen artist, or as high and mighty as an authoritarian organizer?"
"Lindsey, I've played countless roles. All the good and bad things you can imagine, I've done them all! But extreme emotions have always kept me from taking that next step."
"Until I realized the true essence of performance and understood the meaning of being a 'person,' I became who I am today."
"Usually, I'm absolutely not like this."
"I cry for the deceased, feel sad for the pain of strangers, and smile at the blooming of flowers!"
"..."
Fenna's answer was so straightforward that Lindsey didn't know how to respond for a moment.
Then, the girl in front of him smiled:
"Alright, I've said enough. It's time for me to leave."
"For this pillar's trade, go find Mr. Fimbul, he'll give you the appropriate reward."
"Lindsey, let me give you a piece of advice—during the Art Festival, it's best to stay in the theater with your girlfriend."
Fenna left him with this suggestion.
She took a step forward, and her powerful essence technique unfolded.
The entire room conceptually transformed into a stage.
Fenna took a step forward as if she were about to perform, and the path beneath her feet automatically turned into a red carpet leading to the seabed.
The rock that hid the secret painting studio appeared before this actress.
Fenna stepped onto the seabed.
She turned back, winked at Lindsey, and said:
"Remember to hold her tight."
Whoosh—
In an instant, all the anomalies in the room disappeared.
Without anyone opening the door.
The door behind Lindsey suddenly opened, and Valar stumbled in, falling towards Lindsey.
Thanks to Fenna's reminder.
Lindsey subconsciously turned, opened his arms, and caught Valar, who had fallen into his embrace.
"..."
Valar and Lindsey looked into each other's eyes.
The girl winked, her face turning red, and she turned her head to the side, stammering:
"This door... why did it suddenly open?"
"I was just leaning on it, and I lost control for a moment..."
Valar's words suddenly stopped.
She quickly composed herself from her embarrassment and asked Lindsey with concern:
"Lindsey, what about that actress? Did she do anything to you?"
Lindsey shook his head slightly:
"That actress, surprisingly, is a good person."
"She didn't do anything to me and even gave me some pretty good advice."
"..."
"She didn't do anything?"
Valar's face showed doubt. She leaned in close to Lindsey, staring intently at his cheek, and said:
"Why... do I smell the scent of lies?"
"Lindsey, is that a lipstick mark on your face?"
(End of Chapter)
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