NOVEL WEB Chapter 22
“Sorry for startling you.”
Bai Luo raised his hand, and a force like a starry river enveloped Asato Seiri, instantly restoring her.
“I, this power…”
The warm energy surrounding her entire body reminded Asato Seiri of her mother’s embrace: “Thank you, Your Highness, the Black King.”
Asato Seiri wasn’t quite sure how to comment on this.
After all, it was Bai Luo who had injured her internally, yet she still had to thank him.
Unfortunately, that was just how things were.
Asato Seiri didn’t know what being the Black King meant.
Only Authority Holders could sense the presence of the Black King through the stone tablets.
However, Asato Seiri clearly saw the reaction of her superior.
“No need, it was my fault anyway,” Bai Luo said.
Asato Seiri was surprised by Bai Luo’s words; she hadn’t expected the Black King to be so agreeable.
However, Asato Seiri soon had no time to think about these matters.
Because Bai Luo’s next words left her completely stunned.
“Your talent is remarkable.”
Bai Luo invited her: “Would you be interested in following me and becoming part of my royal family?”
“What?”
This statement shocked everyone.
Not even considering what ‘royal family’ meant, such an open act of poaching seemed rather excessive.
If Bai Luo had invited Anna from吠舞罗 instead of Asato Seiri, they probably would have fought him to the death on the spot.
Sacrificing a companion for personal safety was something they would never do.
Of course, Asato Seiri felt the same way.
“I’m sorry, but I cannot accept your offer.”
Without hesitation, Asato Seiri firmly rejected Bai Luo’s invitation.
Though Bai Luo was incredibly powerful—so powerful it made one lose the will to resist—Asato Seiri could not betray the Blue King for the sake of power.
They weren’t lovers; Asato Seiri only respected her division head and trusted her as her superior.
“Lord Black King.”
Souma Reiji, whose face had been calm, now spoke with a hint of displeasure: “Asato is my companion, and more importantly, a cherished family member to me.”
If Bai Luo intended to harm Asato Seiri, he wouldn’t allow it, even at the cost of his own life. Souma Reiji would unhesitatingly draw his blade against Bai Luo.
The Blue Clan would never bow to unreasonable authority!
“Well, you’ve misunderstood.”
Bai Luo explained: “I’m not asking her to join my ranks and become a member of the Black Clan.”
“You may not fully understand the meaning of the Black Authority Crown.”
Without further explanation, Bai Luo snapped his fingers, and the Black King Sacred Domain instantly enveloped everyone.
Subsequently, a great deal of information about the Black Authority Crown appeared in their minds.
“Creation and destruction.”
“The sovereign ruler over all things.”
“Marking the end of the old era and creating a new world out of chaos.”
“This…”
Recalling the information in their minds, everyone couldn’t hide their shock.
There was simply no comparison; the authority of the Black King was far too overwhelming.
In comparison, the ideals of the other Authority Holders seemed like child’s play.
“So this is the new king who surpasses the Seven Kings and rules over everything?”
Souma Reiji’s expression was extremely solemn, especially regarding what Bai Luo represented—dominion.
That kind of power was truly unreasonable.
Before the Black King, there was no immortality.
The fate of gold was unworthy to interfere with his will.
Suppressing all violence, making order grovel like a dog.
The so-called change was merely to keep the king’s life from becoming boring.
All beings protect the world, but the world loves only the king.
Do as one pleases, act without restraint—he was the sole embodiment of chaos!
“Are the concepts symbolized by the seven Authority Holders so powerless before him?”
Souma Reiji had never felt so powerless. Looking at the equally stunned Asato Seiri, Bai Luo’s previous words came to mind.
‘Let Asato follow the Black King?’
This suggestion was something Souma Reiji would never have agreed to initially.
But now, considering the terrifying nature of the Black King, Souma Reiji hesitated.
Souma Reiji wasn’t afraid of Bai Luo or submitting to his power but had deeper considerations.
Blue represents order, the chains that maintain stability.
If Asato Seiri could gain the trust of the king, she could advise at crucial moments.
‘Calming the Black King to prevent him from destroying the world…’
Evidently, Asato Seiri had also thought of this.
“I can select my royal family and grant them sacred domains and powers equal to those of Authority Holders.”
Bai Luo didn’t care about their thoughts: “You possess the qualifications to become my Blue King.”
Not just a simple vassal or follower, but more like a close relative within the clan.
Of course, the seven princes guarding the Black King each had different responsibilities.
The Blue King’s duty was to uphold the laws set by Bai Luo, not allowing any challenge to the king’s dignity.
In a certain sense, Asato Seiri’s character and abilities fit this requirement perfectly.
“Of course, I won’t force you to follow me.”
Bai Luo said: “You can take some time to consider. You can give me your answer when I come back next time.”
Having said that, Bai Luo directly exited Adolf K. Wiesmann’s world.
“What?!”
Souma Reiji and Asato Seiri looked at the suddenly disappeared Bai Luo, momentarily unable to react.
“He has already left.”
Adolf K. Wiesmann casually shrugged: “Also, you don’t need to worry. Old Bai won’t destroy this world.”
The man before them was the oldest of the Silver Kings.
Compared to the time Adolf K. Wiesmann became an Authority Holder, Souma Reiji was just a newly appointed rookie.
“To face the Black King and remain so composed, truly worthy of being the first Authority Holder.”
Souma Reiji sighed: “Compared to you, I am indeed still too inexperienced.”
“Uh…”
Adolf K. Wiesmann felt a bit awkward; he was just a nearly hundred-year-old shut-in.
Souma Reiji had clearly misunderstood.
“Alright, let’s go.”
Adolf K. Wiesmann: “I know you have many questions now. I’ll take you to see the lieutenant, oh, the Golden King. He will tell you what we discussed with the Black King earlier.”
“Yes!”
Souma Reiji showed Adolf K. Wiesmann the utmost respect. He took Asato Seiri along and followed Adolf K. Wiesmann to the Non-Time Academy.