Chapter 100: Battlefield of the Twin Wings

Not long ago, in the Eastern Villa District of the Star Bear Territory.

Two young girls draped in white feathers set foot on familiar ground once more.

The giant ravines previously carved by sword energy had been filled with sand and stone, and although it wouldn’t return to its original state anytime soon, given the abundant wealth of the merchants and nobles residing here, this little issue would surely be resolved with the utmost efficiency soon enough.

“We’re back here again… Sister, is it true that there are things here like Miss Xī said? It feels like just an ordinary luxurious residence. But really, these people from the Holy Nation sure know how to enjoy life… Shouldn’t their teachings emphasize frugality and simplicity?”

Listening to her sister’s mutterings, Leila turned her gaze toward the distant high walls and expansive yards, decorated with exquisite railings, and calmly replied.

“After all, the Holy Empire is a vast society; as the mightiest nation in the world, their resources and finances are beyond imagination. The fact that the Lingyin Merchant Association established their headquarters in this city is a testament to the wealth that lies within Xidu.”

“Such wealth, no matter how well it’s hidden, will inevitably surface in everyday life. Ultimately, it boils down to basic needs: clothing, food, housing, and transportation. If you think that the Holy Nation’s people or the Church of the Goddess lead lives of ascetic discipline, you couldn’t be more mistaken.”

“Eh… Sister, you’re so knowledgeable!”

At her words, the white-feathered girl holding a spear couldn’t help but smile wryly and reached out to ruffle her younger sister’s hair with her other hand.

“You silly girl, Miss Xī often discusses many things casually during chats. For someone of her status and connections, it amounts to invaluable secrets worth millions of gold to an ordinary person, and you just let it go in one ear and out the other. You’re wasting Miss Xī’s efforts.”

“Hehe ~ life should be a little more relaxed! If I had to remember every trivial matter, it would just be too exhausting to live, right? Hmph, that’s my life philosophy!”

“Sigh…”

As they casually chatted, the two sisters remained vigilant, keeping an eye on their surroundings.

Although this villa district belonged to the elite and was constructed on prime land, it was relatively deserted, much of it even rented out by wealthy individuals for leisure activities. As they walked through, there seemed to be nothing particularly noteworthy.

However, precisely because of this, it was a perfect place to hide dirt and filth.

This time, with Miss Vilyric’s permission, the sisters certainly wouldn’t resort to their previous slow search methods.

“This should be the spot, Renée, let’s start.”

“Alright ~ watch me!”

Although she often chirped complaints and seemed oblivious to everything, when it came to work, Miss Renée never hesitated. She promptly pulled out her long, exquisite white staff and began to chant.

Unlike her previous sky magic, this time, the girl’s voice rang out like that of a lark, but it echoed with obscure notes incomprehensible to ordinary people.

“Larí xiu ka… Spi ka la feis…”

The second pair of wings, representative of her angelic identity, naturally extended from her back. It seemed she wasn’t particularly familiar with this intricate spell, as she recited it quite slowly, almost as if afraid of deviating from the standard and causing a mishap with its effects.

Clearly, she hadn’t used this ability frequently before, if at all.

Only Leila, standing beside her as a fellow angel, could comprehend the true meaning behind the spell.

Not understanding it was normal; this wasn’t language but rather a new ability they attained after transcending their species by becoming angels—offering prayers to the source of power in their bloodline, hoping to resonate with a fragment of divine strength.

To put it simply, it was a way of asking for divine aid, though not from a true God but merely a modicum of divine might.

Even so, that thin thread of power infused with divine essence was far beyond the reach of ordinary people. Only those with higher mental fortitude and exceptional talent in magic, like Renée, could wield it.

An intangible yet infinitely mysterious aura surged from the white-feathered girl, calling out to an existence seemingly located in the far reaches of the Void, and that presence responded.

“Simulated Divine Thought Scan!”

The final six words weren’t the esoteric notes just recited but were spoken directly by Renée as she raised her staff and called out.

Immediately, an invisible and intangible wave spread rapidly from the girl like ripples in water. In a split second, above the villa district, there flashed a golden eye as radiant as the stars, seemingly emerging from the Void, casting its penetrating gaze across the area.

“Ugh…”

As the wave expanded, Renée’s previously rosy complexion turned slightly pale, and she stumbled back, holding her forehead.

“Are you alright?”

Prepared for this, Leila reached out to support her sister.

Such backlash from the ability was within their expectations; it was precisely because of this that they needed the higher mental fortitude of Renée to perform it.

“No, I’m fine… It’s just that this sudden influx of information and images in my head is a bit overwhelming…”

Shaking her still slightly dizzy head, Renée steadied herself with her sister’s help and couldn’t help but smile wryly.

“It’s just a small villa district; for a place this tiny, I can’t imagine how powerful Miss Vilyric must be to effortlessly scan the entire floating island in an instant…”

“Silly girl… That lady’s power far exceeds our imagination. You already knew this, so don’t be so dramatic… Well, let’s discuss the findings.”

Renée nodded and pointed to a location ahead.

“That villa over there, it looks unremarkable, but the courtyard is exceptionally spacious… Most importantly, there’s a secret chamber below, and it’s filled with chaotic auras. Although I can’t see as clearly as Miss Vilyric, it’s obvious that this place has the highest priority for investigation in this area.”

Having said that, Miss Renée awkwardly touched her nose.

“Ahem, by the way, Sister… Just so you know, they probably noticed the scan, so if we want to do anything, we have to act fast…”

Leila maintained a calm expression and nodded.

“Don’t worry; so far, everything is going according to plan. Now, Renée, can you still fight?”

At her words, the girl hurriedly disengaged from her sister’s support, straightened her body, patted her soft and delicate, spring-like chest, and waved her staff vigorously.

“Hey! What are you talking about! I’m an elite transcendent! This level of exhaustion is nothing to me! I’m back to normal! This time, you better not think of running off by yourself, okay?!”

“I never said I’d leave you behind…”

Shaking her head helplessly, Leila said nothing more. She tightened her grip on her spear, stepped in front of her sister, and took a deep breath.

“Whoosh!”

The four white wings, signifying an angel’s true form and full effort, unfolded from her back, exuding a powerful aura that transcended the mundane.

“Now, let’s go.”

“Oh! Hehe, let’s beat them together, Sister!”

   

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