Although Adeline’s masterpiece greatly surprised Mohe, and she sincerely expressed her admiration, it was a very unfortunate matter that she had already made a deal with Doro.
Breaking a contract isn’t a strange thing; at least Mohe had no qualms in this matter. She didn’t take such contracts to heart. After all, those with power make and break contracts as they please — it’s a very free thing. But speaking of which — the powerful one isn’t her!
Breaking a contract with Doro meant facing his wrath and revenge. Since she had already chosen a gentle approach to deal with Doro, she hoped to avoid adding more variables.
She had painstakingly gained a bit of favorability from Doro, earning his basic trust. Now, turning back to betray the deal with Doro and fully forming this alchemy item, she feared she might spend eternity in a cycle of rebirth and death.
Doro was definitely capable of such things.
Therefore, Miss Mohe also felt very regretful, only able to witness the semi-finished state of such an alchemical item, lacking the part with a soul, it’s truly...
"The foundation of this alchemy is indeed in that kind of adhesive — no, that adhesive is merely a preliminary product. The only thing you’ve researched all these years — constructing these alchemy dolls with that metallic material that looks like ordinary metal, what’s this called?"
"I call it Adeline Metal."
Even though she knew the current situation wasn’t good, Adeline still smiled when mentioning this metal.
"Eh~ Naming it after yourself, it seems you’re quite proud of it indeed. Producing such an outcome indeed warrants pride. I think, after this incident, the White Church will record your name in the . Of course, the specifics of what’s recorded I’m not certain of, considering that book’s strong stance. It basically lacks objective historical facts, but that’s already enough. It’s truly incredible!"
She marveled once again and finally said, "Isn’t it a coincidence? Have you heard of this Celestial Scale in my hands? When this thing is played, it tugs at people’s souls — I can place these human souls into your dolls, see the completed appearance, and then return them."
"My World Reflection has already fully established a connection with Butuo City. There’s no need for you to do that!"
Adeline completely felt the Demon King’s disdain.
"That’s unacceptable. If you go through with it, won’t there be no way to restore it? By then, if Mr. Doro looks for trouble with me, I can’t handle it~" Mohe made a crying face, pretending to wipe away nonexistent tears from the corners of her eyes, even sobbing twice, "By then, boo hoo~ what terrifying things could a middle-aged man filled with desires do to a girl like me? I can’t even imagine~"
"You’re so annoying!"
She was about to directly activate World Reflection to take away people’s souls — afterwards letting the Star Tear fall. Though doing so would reveal her actions — but it was too late to hide now.
A massive ring finally appeared, just covering the range of Butuo City, floating in the mid-air of Butuo City. People gazed in horror at that massive ring.
On the other side of the ring, a reflection of Butuo City lay within.
"So impatient... Sigh~"
Mohe strummed the Celestial Scale: "Didn’t I say it before? This thing of mine can pull people’s souls~"
Clearly, it was just a small harp, but when it was played, the sound echoed throughout Butuo City.
"Please enjoy this piece, ’An As Usual Peaceful Afternoon’."
As the scale was played, the panic in people’s hearts was soothed.
Just like the title of the piece suggests.
Making everyone instinctively recall a peaceful afternoon, remember the warm sun, remember the gentle breeze that seemed to wipe away all pain, remember that cozy bed.
The people grew drowsy.
Yes, indeed, their souls were guided in that instant. Even using World Reflection, there was no way to take people’s souls from their bodies; something was contending with World Reflection — naturally, this was the handiwork of the Demon King Mohe. The thing called Celestial Scale absolutely wasn’t meant for such purposes! Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on N0veI.Fiɾe.net
Adeline saw one person after another lying down comfortably, then falling asleep.
Regardless of whether it was on the street or not.
She granted everyone equal sleep.
But if memory serves, this thing historically could make an entire army "sleep."
In a physical sense of sleep, it could guide souls into slumber, and it could also tear souls apart.
Making herself out to be some kind of a good person! Even though she’s so cruel and cold! Even though her conception is so grand! As long as this round succeeds!
The Alchemy Country could sweep the world, everyone could become Alchemy Life! The Adeline Alloy she created has the ability to transform. In this situation — there would be no more equality and inequality, no more nobility or commonness, no more birth, old age, sickness, and death, no more hunger!
Just like what the Demon King said, this is!
"Allah~ Miss Adeline, the look in your eyes seems to be saying, clearly your conception is so grand, clearly you wish to eliminate inequality in this world, to let everyone live a happy life, why am I stopping you?" Mohe said while playing the instrument and looking at Adeline with a smile.