I Want You

The blood bat flew upwards.

Luo Lun followed closely behind.

After following for a while, Luo Lun felt something was wrong.

The blood bat's destination... was much higher than Luo Lun had anticipated.

Further up, the complex of buildings supported by the thickest branches of the towering ancient trees was the royal palace of the Elves. Given her identity, being discovered there would be extremely troublesome.

No matter how confident Luo Lun was in her own strength, she couldn't be arrogant enough to think she could take on the entire Elven race.

The power structure of the Elves was vastly different from that of humans.

Most high-tier experts knew that the human royal family was merely a symbol of power, lacking significant high-tier combat strength. True experts scoffed at the nobles... The ones who truly dominated the discourse of the human race were the folks from the Mercenary Association, the Goddess Church, and the Truth Magic Academy.

Well, the Goddess Church had recently been attacked by an unknown faction and suffered heavy losses, causing their prestige to plummet.

But the Elves were different. Their royal court was the true core of power, the embodiment of strength... The Elven Guards, the Astrologers, and the reclusive Elven Elders... In contrast to humans, the high-tier combat strength of the Elves was entirely concentrated within the royal family. Beneath the Elven throne sat several ancient families with massive roots, closely tied to the royal bloodline.

In short, even Luo Lun wouldn't dare trespass into the Elven royal palace...

Yet, that blood bat, seemingly oblivious to this heavily guarded forbidden ground, actually fluttered leisurely straight toward the palace.

Luo Lun took a deep breath. Although her heart was heavy with caution, she ultimately followed it.

She wouldn't dare trespass, but merely taking a look from the outside shouldn't get her arrested.

She decided to observe the situation first. Could it be that the master of that blood bat was some bigshot inside the palace?

Blood bats and Elves... they sounded completely unrelated.

Under Luo Lun's cautious gaze, the blood bat flew right into the palace in front of the guards, who seemed completely oblivious to it.

Hello, Miss Luo Lun.

A gentle female voice sounded without warning from behind Lauren, giving Luo Lun a start.

Looking back, an Elven Astrologer wearing a blue robe had appeared behind her at some unknown point. The shadow cast by her hood obscured her face above the nose, revealing only a faint smile at the corners of her mouth.

Please come with me. That exalted person wishes to see you, Sletta said calmly.

Despite being filled with suspicion and wariness, Luo Lun followed the woman and smoothly entered the palace. The moment the guards saw Sletta, they immediately straightened their postures, placed their hands over their chests, and respectfully performed the Elven salute. They didn't ask a single question about Luo Lun, and the path was completely unobstructed.

These Elven guards were no ordinary folk; they were all formidable high-tier warriors.

Luo Lun had heard that Astrologers held a high status among the Elves, but she hadn't expected their influence to be this immense.

How was this any different from the Elven Queen?

That exalted person... exactly what kind of existence are they? Luo Lun couldn't help but ask Sletta. Is there anything I should pay attention to when we meet?

Luo Lun tried hard to weigh the words she would use upon meeting, recalling the scarce amount of court etiquette in her mind.

There is nothing you need to pay attention to. That person is usually very friendly, Sletta replied in a placid tone. If I must say something, remain humble and don't be too eye-catching, otherwise that person might get jealous.

Huh? Luo Lun completely failed to understand the meaning behind Sletta's words.

You will know once you meet.

Unknowingly, Sletta had led Luo Lun to a luxurious hall, stopping before a grand double door.

This is...

Luo Lun's gaze swept over the stone pillars carved with star and moon patterns on both sides of the porch, and the steps beneath her feet that were smooth enough to reflect light. Everywhere exuded nobility.

The bedchamber of the Elven Queen.

That person is the Elven Queen? Luo Lun was quite astonished.

No, that person is temporarily staying here. The Queen lives somewhere else. Perhaps recalling Liana's depressed expression when she was kicked out earlier, a faint smile curled Sletta's lips.

Luo Lun was even more astonished. The identity of this blood bat's master was even harder for her to comprehend.

Please go in, Miss Luo Lun... Forgive me, but I cannot accompany you further. Having escorted Luo Lun to the door, Sletta turned and left, silently melting into the shadows of the corridor.

Luo Lun tentatively knocked on the door first.

Come in. A cool voice sounded, and the heavy doors slid open inward without a sound. Luo Lun stepped inside.

It was a very spacious area, yet fully equipped with all kinds of amenities.

The most eye-catching thing was the prominent large bed made of a round wooden log, but there was no one on it at the moment.

Her gaze quickly swept across the room and finally landed in front of a row of towering bookshelves placed against the wall.

Two figures were sitting at the long table in front of the bookshelves. Aina looked over, while Xia Lun was still flipping through the book in his hands.

Uh... it's you two?

The two people before her looked very familiar to Luo Lun; after all, they had met briefly not long ago.

Luo Lun suddenly recalled some unpleasant experiences. The last time they met, she had immediately thrown up a rainbow...

Let me reintroduce us, Luo Lun. I am Aina, and this is my male concubine, Xia Lun... Ugh...

Xia Lun came up behind Aina and pinched her cheeks.

I am her husband, Xia Lun looked up and explained to Luo Lun.

Luo Lun stared at this scene, somewhat dumbfounded. The atmosphere seemed completely different from what she had imagined.

Uh, Lady Aina, was it you who saved me earlier? Luo Lun noticed the blood bat perched on Aina's shoulder.

The blood bat turned into a puddle of liquid and merged into the dark folds of Aina's skirt.

Luo Lun's gaze dimmed slightly.

May I ask...

Aina's crimson eyes stared straight at Luo Lun, without any preamble: I want you, Miss Luo Lun.

Before Luo Lun even had time to ask her question, Aina directly answered it.

Xia Lun's eyes widened, and he vigorously rubbed Aina's cheeks.

Luo Lun was also full of disbelief. A hint of wariness rose in her eyes, and a flush crept onto her cheeks.

I want you to become my subordinate; you are an outstanding talent. Aina finally made her words clear, casually pushing away Xia Lun's misbehaving hands.

Ah, so that's what you meant. Luo Lun breathed a sigh of relief. She certainly didn't have that kind of inclination.

Do you wish for me to serve you from now on? As the leader of the Blood Pact...

No, I have no interest in the Blood Pact. I only want you alone, Miss Luo Lun. Aina raised a slender, pale finger and pointed unceremoniously at Luo Lun. However, Luo Lun didn't feel the slightest bit offended, as if it were only natural.

I want you, Miss Luo Lun.