Chapter 2260 - 1131: Mission Announcement (2)

Chapter 2260: Chapter 1131: Mission Announcement (2)

To be honest, this is actually quite easy to choose. After all, she has only known Lord Clown for a short time and truly doesn’t have deep feelings for him. He is simply her ex-wife’s stepdaughter, her daughter’s sister, and she only owes her a not-so-significant favor, that’s all there is to it.

When you compare this small relationship with the chance to take the Sage express, even a fool would know how to choose.

However, after expressing her feelings, Red glanced at the Clown Miss who was watching the show with arms folded next to her, and finally walked over to stand silently by her side.

Hatti made her choice.

Although this opportunity is precious, she feels that her heart is more precious. Sacrificing friends and family for opportunity goes against her heart.

Besides, she has already missed one chance before, and she won’t make the same mistake this time.

The Werewolf Witch Elder’s eyes darkened slightly.

In her younger years, she was naive and couldn’t distinguish what was truly important, which led to the breakup with Lilith later on.

At that time, she was solely focused on both of them being on the rise, thinking they should focus on their careers, pursue strength first, to better withstand the pressures from both families, but Lilith wanted a child. The toll of having a child, while not fatal for them at the time, was an undeniable huge burden, so she resolutely objected.

This ultimately led Lilith to slap her unconscious and forcibly conduct the fertility ritual. The strong-willed Lilith even bore the cost for both alone, resulting in her still being stuck at the Title-level Sorceress.

In the years following their breakup, Red eventually came to realize that strength is not as important as family and friends. If time could go back, she definitely wouldn’t oppose Lilith so firmly, leading to what happened afterward.

Of course, what bothered her most wasn’t Lilith knocking her out to forcibly conduct the ritual, but Lilith paying the cost for both, which somewhat hurt her self-esteem.

Her objection to the ritual wasn’t out of unwillingness to pay the Magic Power cost but rather feeling it was premature. Her plan was to wait until things settled before considering having children, given the significant pressures from both families. They needed to grow stronger to gain freedom and provide a stable environment for the child.

But it seemed Lilith truly believed she was unwilling to pay the Magic Power cost, and in anger, took on the cost herself.

This distrust from Lilith truly broke her heart.

The Werewolf Witch has always valued family greatly, and in Hatti’s mind, having a child is a joint effort and should be tackled together. But because of Lilith’s actions, it felt like she did nothing and merely woke up with a daughter, lacking any sense of involvement.

Thus, her youthful and hot temper got the best of her, ultimately leading to their breakup.

Now thinking back, Hatti can’t really determine who’s right or wrong, merely feeling it must have been destiny’s arrangement. She and Lilith fell for each other at first sight, yet eventually succumbed to reality.

Upon reflection, whether their infatuation was truly love is unclear, seeming more like mutual attraction, as the two barely understood each other truly.

Kind of like she couldn’t understand why Lilith was so eager for a child, and Lilith couldn’t comprehend why she pursued strength so fervently.

She just wanted to be strong enough to guard the family, after all.

Alas, now she’s the top expert of the Werewolf Witch, powerful enough to silence the dissenting elders who opposed them initially. But what good is all this strength?

She wanted to protect her family, yet there is none left, rendering her strength meaningless.

Damn it, it’s been merely thirteen years, just thirteen years, which should’ve been just a blink of an eye for their immortality. Why couldn’t Lilith wait back then?

In truth, her current strength primarily stems from the aftermath of their breakup. After self-destructively heading to the Werewolf Holy Mountain and accepting the Ancestor’s legacy, she gained the ancestral strength, enabling her explosive growth in just thirteen years.

Otherwise, with normal development, she wouldn’t reach this power even after 130 years.

And the ancestral legacy’s challenges were perilous, had they not broken up, she wouldn’t have dared climb the mountain for the trial.

It’s all a matter of timing and fate.

Having suffered once, Hatti is determined not to repeat it. Although it might seem arrogant, she believes she could grasp Authority and achieve Sage status without Lord Black Impermanence’s guidance, being extremely confident about it. It’s just a matter of time.

Therefore, she truly sees no reason to let her heart’s clarity be stained for a bit of advancement.

Hatti has made up her mind.

But....

"Uh, why are you standing here with me?"

The Fairy King Clown looked curiously at the silent werewolf aunt beside him and asked.

Hatti: "...."

Really, young miss, you’re hurting my feelings. I’ve barely made this choice and you treat me this way?

The Werewolf Elder was momentarily speechless, unsure how to explain.

Fortunately, the Fairy King was just a bit blunt but actually quite empathetic. Quickly catching onto the werewolf aunt’s intention, feeling a bit touched.

Wow, no wonder werewolves are famous for their loyalty.

And aunt, you are the reincarnation of Fenrir, still so straightforward; your naiveness is truly remarkable.

However, to save Hatti from further awkwardness, the Fairy King smiled and stepped forward.

Hmm, Lord Black Impermanence’s grand standing is done; now comes Clown time.

"Alright, folks, have you considered enough? Those willing to join the task, come to me to register, then sign the confidentiality agreement. After that, I’ll disclose the detailed mission information to you."

She proclaimed loudly.

Except, among the judges present, aside from those from the Clown faction or those like the Four Great Calamities and Spider Teacher who are closely acquainted with Dorothy, directly rushed to sign up, other Grand Inquisitors not particularly close to Dorothy glanced over at Black Impermanence.

Now everyone knew that although the Underworld Faction currently has only two people, it was somehow split into two factions. It’s time to choose sides, with their hearts set on Lord Black Impermanence’s Authority.

In response, Lord Black Impermanence coldly snorted.

"Go ahead, the mission was originally issued by this Clown, she’s leading it, just follow her arrangements."

The Great Judge wore an expression of displeasure yet helplessness.

And upon hearing this, the others rushed to Clown’s side.

The Fairy King then distributed the confidentiality agreements.

Because what follows involves the Nine-Star Golden Contract, caution is necessary. Though theoretically, these Grand Inquisitors wouldn’t easily betray, the Nine-Star Golden Contract World is precious. Who knows if immense benefits would drive anyone to leak information later?

The confidentiality agreement was drafted by Dorothy using senior Fanny’s power, with several special titles stamped on it, making it a symbolic act of the Four Kings, absolutely reliable.

Receiving the confidentiality agreement, many realized its severity, grimly aware the upcoming mission is extraordinary.

But no matter, against the allure of Authority, few can resist. Such great rewards naturally imply high risks, which is reasonable.

Thus, with little hesitation, everyone signed the agreement promptly.

Only then did Clown confidently retrieve the Nine-Star Golden Contract of the Mechanical Wilderness from her pocket.

"This is the mission target; you all need to fully cooperate with me to acquire this world."

....Homebody Witch is releasing the task....