There were three main reasons behind coming to Aeterna Temple.
One: Communication with Princess Tenberen.
Second: Measuring their ability rank accurately.
And the last: knowing the exact extent of “compatibility” with the villain.
The amount of power the wielder of the ability can output varies based on compatibility; So it was important to know this in case of emergency.
'Since we've reached the mark, I have to know the exact number.'
The Holy Piece works by simply placing a drop of blood from the controller and the possessor of the power into the two pans of the scale that contain holy water.
However, it consumes a lot of holy power compared to ordinary measuring tools; Therefore, it could not be used until the princess's problem was solved.
The priest asked Lillian, who was wearing a black veil, “Sovereign, everything is ready.”
“شكرًا لك أيها الكاهن”
“With one drop of blood you can check with multiple people, so take your time.”
Oh..this is my first time using something like this, it's amazing.
“But, results may appear unstable the first few times.”
“Ah.. I see.”
So it's best to check with others first before experimenting with the villain.
She raised her head to check around her, so her eyes met Jean's eyes first, inviting her to try.
“The result is 80 with the jockey Jean.”
“…! إنه لشرف لي ، آنستي”
Jean's face lit up when the number appeared in the center of the scale.
80.. Since 60 is considered “barely usable,” 80 is a very high percentage.
As soon as the number was heard, the shadows began to line up behind Jean excitedly.
“Me, I also want to check”
“لا تتجاوز الدور!”
“هيا ، اصطفوا بانتظام”
Lillian turned to find the shadows all standing in a line, waiting for their turn to check the alignment.
‘كم هم لطيفون جميعًا …’
How could a master like this have such followers?
“80!”
“I'm 85!”
“I'm 75...!”
The above average numbers rolled in, making Lillian silently astonished.
'High rank means quality control energy'
But for a result of 80 to appear as an average with such a large number of people...
'Is it because of that infinity sign?'
Is it because my controlling energy works equally effectively for everyone?
“Ser Elias, would you like to try it with me too?”
“… نعم ، آنسـ-“
Elias took a step forward, but for some reason, he looked behind Lillian's back and took a step back.
“...No, miss. Thank you for the offer, but I will withdraw.”
“Really?”
Well, someone of Elias' level must have a special dominatrix to get along with. I only brought it up out of courtesy.
Now, it's the turn of the person whose number needs to be physically verified.
“Isn't it time for an accurate result to come out now?”
The most important competitor has finally approached.
'No way'
Since we have tagged, a good number should appear. Although the probability of 100 appearing is unlikely since Lillian was not affected by it, I expect a satisfactory number.
A drop of Evren's blood fell on the palm of the possessor of the ability.
The fun atmosphere that had prevailed a while ago faded, and silence suddenly fell over the place.
After seconds that seemed like an eternity, Lillian furrowed her eyebrows.
“……?”
What?
A completely unexpected result has emerged.
* * *
After completing the compatibility check —
The shadows were in a state of extreme discipline, waiting for Jean to return after checking on Lillian.
As soon as their colleague returned, they gathered around her like a cloud.
“What's the situation?”
She shook her head right and left; The situation is very dangerous.
“Miss seems very disappointed.”
Everyone's faces turned pale.
“Huh...”
“Oh my God...”
“How could he, of all people, have the number 60 appear with him in particular?”
60.
The compatibility between Lilian and Evren was the problem in this situation.
While her percentage with the rest of those with abilities exceeded 80, this number appeared with His Highness!
“Miss...will you be okay?”
The Shadows weren't worried about Evren; Their master was too strong to worry about. And since he's always smiling, he probably doesn't care that the number is low...
But what about Lillian?
The lady who was beaten by her cousin, and ridiculed even by her family's knights.
One of the shadows muttered with a dark face: “…Indeed, I heard Sir Elias speaking with His Highness.”
“About what?”
“That Mademoiselle lost the will to live because her fiancé was having fun with Iris Tillard...”
Huh...!
Some shadows covered their mouths in shock.
So, her getting lost at the border, and her abandoning the precious pepper, was it all for this reason?
At that moment, the pieces of the puzzle all came together.
“That bastard Pavel!”
“Let him be struck by lightning and die, damned Pavel!”
“Wow, the Tillard family is really dirty!”
It is natural to hate someone you hate even if he breathes, but what is surprising is that their hatred for him increased even more. In parallel with this hatred, their hearts felt compassion for the person who was being persecuted by him.
“It doesn't make sense for His Highness to fire her because of the result, right?”
“Impossible...”
Nobody knows...
No one truly understands what is going on in His Highness's mind. Although she was the first controlling woman to stop his rampage, they did not fully realize how dear she was to him.
Margaret quietly entered Lillian's room carrying food.
Lillian was sitting on the edge of the bed with her back to the door.
“Miss, I brought the food.”
“…….”
Margaret gathered her courage and approached. Honestly, she was terrified as she was doing push-ups like crazy under her command. Her face was so beautiful that it mesmerized minds, but her personality was very strong...
'I was trapped in my prejudices the whole time.'
I judged her personality based only on her appearance.
‘This is part of the Taillard family’s training... and I know this because I arranged the records.’
Margaret who was a Rank A Dominant wouldn't have done that.
'I was so reckless'
While Lillian, at a time when her ability had not yet awakened, found something to learn even from administrative tasks. She was an amazing person, regardless of forgiving her for ruining the trail.
Margaret Bogle whispered at the door: “Miss, do not worry about the result of the agreement just now.”
“…….”
“The shadows don't care, and neither do we...”
“…….”
“And also, Your Highness-”
She wanted to say that he seemed to like her. When the number 60 appeared, a strange atmosphere prevailed.
'It seems that Miss was not the only one who was disappointed...'
But she was ashamed to say that; She had never talked about love before!
Margaret quickly placed the plate on the side table.
“T.. eat this and rest well today. Don’t think about it anymore, we have to leave tomorrow.”
“…….”
“I'm going out now, miss!”
And Margaret fled.
* * *
Lillian slowly raised her head from between the hands that were covering her face.
'...Was Margaret just here?'
It seemed that Miss Jean had also passed by and said something. But she was so deep in thought that she did not pay attention to what was being said around her.
This always happens when one feels overjoyed; All the muscles in her face were spent trying to hide that overwhelming joy.
'Oh my God...!'
Finally, for the first time here, you have answered my prayer!
‘Now I understand why people in my previous life celebrate their sixtieth birthday; Because it is a very beautiful and precious number!'
'From now on, my favorite number is you, sixty'
However, the result was considered somewhat surprising.
'Since I stopped his rampage, I thought the percentage would be around 70.'
But 60!
“Oh, it doesn't matter”
With this number, he can easily remove the tag and replace me at any time.
“Wow, when did the food arrive?”
Did Margaret put it on earlier?
“Hoho, it's delicious.”
Lillian happily ate her meal, and her sleep was very delicious as well.
* * *
That night, Eren could not close his eyes.