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Chapter 612: Chapter 25: The Vortex of Coincidence Chapter 612: Chapter 25: The Vortex of Coincidence “I guess Lady Blood Diamond must have rewarded you with a magic potion that could prolong life…

right?”

Aiwass asked with a smile, “But you did not use it.

How fortunate.”

“…Yes, a potion of amber color that could extend life by three years and grant the abilities of the First Power Level of Path of Dusk.”

Drost nodded with an ugly expression, “Luckily, I hesitated at that moment…”

Actually, it was not hesitation—the trembling of the Flame of Truth made Drost immediately correct himself, “To be precise, it was because I had already embarked on the Path of Dusk, believing that I could extend my life with my own strength.

Besides, I didn’t trust what they told me about the potion’s effectiveness, so I presented it to Queen Sofia as a ‘birthday gift purchased from abroad’…”

No wonder…

Aiwass suddenly realized the truth.

So in the world line where Aiwass existed, Queen Sofia seemed to have a less intimate relationship with Drost; but in the entrance CG of this promotion ceremony, her trust and affection towards Drost were even comparable to Aiwass’s in the main world—that was the kind of absolute trust that saw Drost as “one of a kind.”

Because without that potion, the queen would have died naturally in the winter of 1898.

Sofia knew her own body, which was why she trusted Drost so much.

Her body was already at its limit; it was impossible for her to live until the autumn of 1899.

And Drost’s offering was like the guilt of an unfaithful lover.

He knew he committed the crime of treason, so perhaps deliberately or subconsciously, he wanted to make some amends…

…From this point, Drost’s brainless action nearly disrupted everyone’s plans.

From Star Antimony to Avalon, their plans were all thrown into chaos.

Before this, the Prophets of Star Antimony might have sensed the queen’s life was coming to an end, and all they needed was to deceive the weak and naive Isabel and to control her through Drost and the Lohar Society.

That’s why they laid out the Lohar Society—if they had planned to assassinate Queen Sofia from the beginning, the arrangements on the Lohar side would have been utterly meaningless.

But because Drost gave the life-prolonging magic potion meant for him to Queen Sofia, the plan of the people from Star Antimony was disrupted—their economic issues were already severe in 1898, and the suppression of botanists by alchemists that the “King” mentioned happened in the spring of 1898.

As a result, it was delayed to 1899, and Queen Sofia had not yet died.

She might have even gained the level of Path of Dusk, the ability to prolong her life independently, and could live for many more years…

from the introductory CG, her physical and mental condition was obviously much stronger than a year before in Aiwass’s world line.

She could walk without assistance and even speak without gasping for breath.

That’s why she didn’t train Isabel’s abilities or prepare to have herself killed by an assassin to activate the Ceremony of Avalon’s Shadow.

In Aiwass’s world line, she had Isabel take over state affairs when she was close to death.

Because Sofia felt her health improving, she wanted to take over personally again.

As a result, the people of Star Antimony were forced to come up with a new plan—assassinate Sofia and replace Isabel.

Avalon was recovering, but Star Antimony could no longer hold on.

…Just looking at the outcome, it was because of Drost’s unconscious action that everything was delayed by a year, leading to the eventual division of Star Antimony, even if they took over Avalon.

It all came down to the fact that in the years of poor economy, the regional contradictions within Star Antimony had already built up too severely.

—Thinking of this, Aiwass couldn’t help but feel it was somewhat amusing.

Turns out, the fall of Avalon and the division of Star Antimony were all because of an inexplicable act by Drost…

A “minor character”…

although not that minor, his thoughtless act directly changed the entire world situation.

It was a whirlpool of coincidences.

Or it could also be called the root of all evil.

It was precisely because of his unconscious act that all the coincidences spread out, causing misfortune to everyone…

It was because Aiwass killed him ahead of time that all this did not happen.

“…How interesting.”

Aiwass sighed, shaking his head lightly.

The problem that had troubled him for so long was finally resolved.

He lifted his head, smiled slightly at Drost, and said very generously, “Very well, now I permit you to ask me one question.

“But I must make it clear beforehand…

if I don’t want to answer the whole question, I will say nothing.

Then your question will be wasted.”

…Drost felt “this nobleman” was becoming less and less pretentious.

Your tone now, isn’t it nothing like “Aiwass” at all?

“Hurry up,” Aiwass said coolly, “you don’t have much time left.”

“If it’s one question…”

Drost immediately started thinking.

—Are you Aiwass Moriarty?

No, definitely not.

Such a question is too stupid, just a waste…

So…

—When did your noble will descend upon this body?

Wrong again, still not suitable…@@novelbin@@

Drost thought quickly and finally settled on a question, “Just who are you, really?”

Aiwass’s lips curled up slightly.

He laughed pleasantly, as if he had finally let go of something.

“Some people call me Aiwass Moriarty,”

Aiwass said leisurely, “But to some in Star Antimony, I am known as…

“—Aleister Crowley.”

The candle flame did not flicker in the slightest.

It’s the truth.

Drost blurted out, “The Crowley family that Earl Crowley belongs to?!”

“Yes, that Crowley.”

Although it was the second question, Aiwass still nodded indulgently in response.

The candle flame remained steady.

—So it’s the family of Earl Crowley!

Drost felt a sudden sense of clarity.

The Crowley family is an extremely powerful family of Demon Scholars, even considered to be one of the leading families of the “Demon Scholars” faction.

While the Royal Family represented Alchemists, the Red Chancellor represented Witches and Sons of the Moon, and the Black Chancellor represented Prophets and Necromancers, the Crowley and several other demon families collectively represented Demon Scholars.

Although they had no Transcendents at the world-class level of the Red and Black Chancellors, each family had a Fifth Power Level Transcendent.

United, they could stand against the other forces.

The family of General Leo Karl, who had come this time, was also one of the demon families.

They did not completely obey the Royal Family, nor were they that close with the Red or Black Chancellors.

That’s why he came to my side for information, that’s why he didn’t fully understand the whole picture, that’s why he would oppose them…

The slight suspicion that had arisen because “Aiwass” asked in too much detail was now dispelled completely.

As for how “Aleister” entered Aiwass’s body… Drost didn’t know, but he didn’t dare to ask.

Maybe it was some secret of the Crowley family… After all, it was enough to confirm that he was related to Earl Crowley!

“Mr.

Crowley!”

Minister Drost immediately knelt on the ground: “Please save me!

I am willing to sign a contract with you!”

“Sure.”

Aiwass agreed curtly.

His gaze was deep: “I can save you, as long as I have the final say…

I can also make sure that Lady Blood Diamond never touches a hair on your head.

You can still go to Star Antimony, to your Drost Manor, and remain Viscount Drost.

I won’t stop you.

“But it depends on your sincerity—the stuff you offered before is not enough.”

“…What do you want?”

Drost asked cautiously.

This time, Aiwass didn’t give a reply like “I lack nothing.”

He stated a very clear price—

“I want Diomedes.”

Aiwass’s fingers tapped on the armrest as he spoke evenly: “Right now.

I have a use for him.”

“…But that’s the Guardian Spirit of the Drost Family…”

“Guardian Spirits can be transferred.

All you have to do is adopt me as your son, voluntarily give up the Drost surname, and transfer the position of head of the family to me.

As long as you give up the Drost surname, you don’t have to die to transfer the Guardian Spirit.”

Aiwass’s mouth curved slightly upward, seductively coaxing: “You surely can’t take the Holy Nation’s Guardian Spirit of Avalon with you to Star Antimony, can you?

It’s just a matter of a few months… You’re safe here, aren’t you?

As for giving up the surname… I’m not going to give it to a news agency, and no one else will know, will they?”

Watching Drost’s gaze become entangled in conflict and hesitation, Aiwass didn’t give him room to think.

He lazily closed his eyes, casually commanding: “Alright, fetch the ritual paper.

You write.”

“…Yes, Mr.

Crowley.”

Drost finally made up his mind.

—I’ll just sell Diomedes to him.

I have no idea what he plans to do with Diomedes…

But if the order is significant enough to threaten the Guardian Spirit’s life or imprison its freedom, the guardian contract will automatically dissolve.

Diomedes had personally warned him when Drost was a child.

…Maybe “Aleister” will be backfired and die because of this.

Drost thought darkly.

Even if he really had no use for Diomedes after arriving at Star Antimony, even if he might have to find a way to deal with Diomedes… The fact that something so precious had been forcibly taken from his hands still caused him bleeding heartache.

“Not Mr.

Crowley, but Miss Crowley.”

Aiwass narrowed his eyes, leisurely said: “‘Aleister Crowley’ is a woman.

Don’t write it wrong, if you do, the contract won’t take effect.”

“Yes, beautiful Miss.”

Minister Drost said respectfully, “I’ll be right back.”

—What’s there to be proud of, you contemptible woman!

Seeing himself seemingly out of mortal danger yet having suffered a great loss, Minister Drost cursed inwardly.

Meanwhile, Aiwass merely smiled silently to himself, quietly watching Drost.

That gaze made him feel a shiver down his spine—Surely she can’t read minds, can she?

Watching Drost leave the Queen’s bedroom in a bit of a fluster, Aiwass casually walked over to the standing mirror.

He caressed the mirror, his lips curving slightly upward.

“Another strong combatant is in my hands.”

Aiwass talked to himself: “Is this what feels like to play with a walkthrough on a second run?…”

I must say, it feels exhilarating.

And soon, his soft palm turned into a fist, gently thumping against the mirror.

Guardian Spirit, Diomedes.

He didn’t need to defeat or kill it.

—Because it was the highest-level resource he could obtain from the NPC “Minister Drost” during the advancement ceremony!