NOVEL WEB Chapter 589: -71- Stand-in_3
Nisi was on high alert.
Of course, her vigilance didn't last long, as she soon realized that the other party was extremely reverent towards Charlotte.
No, from the very beginning, the other had been summoned by Charlotte...
Under Nisi's astonished gaze, Albrecht knelt on one knee with great respect and performed an ancient Bloodline ceremony for Charlotte:
"Great Count Castel, your humble servant Albrecht has heeded your call."
Nisi: ...
She looked at Charlotte, then at Albrecht, her eyes widening slightly in disbelief.
Goodness gracious...
When had the True Ancestor directly usurped the Blood Demon Duke's corner?
This was a Dark Apostle!
And the third oldest one at that, of the Blood Demon Church!
Was it... the recent upheaval in Lutecia?
Charlotte did notice Albrecht's appearance causing vigilance in Nisi and Odosia.
She nodded slightly and said:
"Rise, these two are also my followers, they are aware of my identity, so there is no need to worry."
Upon hearing Charlotte's words, Albrecht sighed in relief.
He hesitated for a moment before asking carefully:
"True Ancestor, do you... need Albrecht to do something for you?"
"How proficient are you in Illusion Technique magic from the Spirit Path and Transformation Series magic from the Wild Path?" Charlotte asked.
Albrecht thought for a moment and honestly replied:
"Not too bad, I suppose. Not on par with the seasoned Salem Clan and Vadret Clan, but certainly stronger than your average legend."
Charlotte was very satisfied:
"Good, that will suffice."
"True Ancestor, do you require me to disguise myself for any tasks?"
Albrecht asked.
Charlotte nodded:
"During tomorrow's Ancestor Recognition Ceremony, I need you to be my substitute."
"My other follower, Odosia, will accompany you as an assistant. She is a Black Dragon by nature, nearly invincible below the legendary level. Should any unforeseen events arise, she can take action. Unless absolutely necessary, you must not act rashly and give away the disguise."
Albrecht paused, giving a thoughtful look at Nisi and Odosia standing nearby, then nodded obediently and said:
"I understand."
"Additionally... take this."
Charlotte thought for a moment, then added.
As she spoke, she connected with the Blood Holy Scripture and utilized the power of "Demon Summoning."
The Blood Divine Power churned, and Charlotte gestured slightly; the room burst into a glow of red light, and a sinister red Magic Array emerged on the ground.
Albrecht and the others' eyelids twitched uncontrollably.
Especially Nisi, who at first glance had her eyes gaping wide:
"A... Demon Summoning Array?!"
Albrecht was stunned for a moment, as if something had dawned on him, and suddenly looked enlightened with an expression full of wonder.
He lifted his head to look at Charlotte, his gaze complex and increasingly fearful.
Magic Power swirled and a ferocious wind blew through the room.
When everything settled, the red light dispersed, and before them appeared a mid-level demon with wings on its back, its body like a constantly shifting black shadow.
This was a Shadow Demon.
It snarled and bared its teeth at the group, but upon Charlotte's indifferent glance, it immediately quieted down, trembling and prostrating itself before her.
"Tomorrow, I too must perform a ceremony, and will temporarily close off telepathic communication. Bring it with you, and when necessary, use it to contact me." Charlotte told Albrecht.