Why must the devil be Defeated?
Chapter 474 - 460 "Trust me.

Chapter 474: 460 "Trust me.

This engagement banquet wasn’t entirely fruitless for Shane.

At the very least, Shane now knew he had an opportunity for rapid growth.

This opportunity was to enter the Temple’s Inner Sanctum.

Once inside the Inner Sanctum, within the chamber where one could make direct contact with the Supreme God’s divine treasure "Reason," one would attain an extraordinary understanding and thereby grow.

This growth could be an increase in Level or the acquisition of a Skill, or it might even awaken a Unique Skill, offering a transformative opportunity for every member of the Human Race.

Given this, such a chance was not to be missed.

"Although Luoqi has already mentioned that it’s most beneficial to enter the Inner Sanctum when one can no longer advance in strength or when one has hit a bottleneck and exhausted all their potential, preventing further growth, it’s unlikely that I’ll encounter such a situation," Shane reflected.

Ordinary people indeed might face bottlenecks, might reach their limits, and might find their potential exhausted, unable to make further progress or grow.

But Shane wasn’t among them.

The existence of his Unique Skill "Heaven’s Grace" proved that Shane’s potential for growth in all respects was the highest and greatest.

In terms of potential, Shane even had confidence that he wasn’t inferior to any of the Heroes through the ages, nor anyone else in the world.

Moreover, with the "Supreme God’s Blessing" also upon him, Shane had reason to believe his potential was infinite.

This wasn’t blind self-confidence.

Up until now, Shane had never encountered a bottleneck or a limit; instead, he effortlessly increased his Level and gained a variety of Skills.

The strength that others took a lifetime to possess, he had achieved within just a few months of arriving in this world.

Even his Holy Sword was of the highest grade, surpassing even the legendary Hero’s Holy Sword that was said to have defeated the Demon King, further proving Shane’s potential.

Therefore, Shane felt there was no need to worry about exhausting his potential or encountering bottlenecks that would prevent further growth or advancement.

Since that was something he didn’t need to worry about, the exact timing of entering the Inner Sanctum to gain this transformative opportunity wasn’t something to fuss over.

"After this turmoil is over, I’ll make a trip to the Inner Sanctum," Shane decided.

At that moment...

"I knew you’d be here."

A familiar, indifferent voice reached Shane’s ears.

Shane was initially startled, then quickly guessed who it was and looked ahead.

Sure enough, as the sound of footsteps on water echoed, a familiar petite figure appeared.

"It seems you haven’t rested yet, Tielle."

Shane’s gaze was fixed on her.

The one who came was Tielle.

A stark-naked Tielle.

"Not yet."

Tielle arrived naked, her smooth purple hair draped over her shoulders, even the mask on her face removed, unveiling not the slightest bit of concealment over her body, displaying all of her splendid features to the fullest.

Even though it wasn’t the first time he’d seen her like this, each sight of her still inevitably excited Shane.

Yes, the kind of excitement that could awaken the Black Flame Dragon.

And whether Tielle was unaware or simply indifferent to being noticed, she walked into the water as usual, immersing herself.

However, there seemed to be something different with Tielle today.

First of all, for some reason, Tielle’s gaze was fixed intently on Shane.

Furthermore, unlike usual, when Tielle would soak across from Shane and wouldn’t approach unless necessary, this time she cut through the water directly as soon as she entered, sitting down beside him.

Instantly, Shane grew even more excited.

Tielle was right there beside him, casually leaning against him with unprotected proximity—even if it was only arm to arm contact—the sensation was so clear it made Shane’s heartbeat race even faster.

There was a feeling Shane had.

What feeling?

Simple.

"I might be about to score a home run."

As soon as this thought crossed his mind, his heartbeat instantly raced from three hundred to seven hundred.

However, just as Shane was thinking this, suddenly, a remark from Tielle, like a splash of cold water, extinguished all his excitement in an instant.

"I want to tell you something," Tielle suddenly said, "I might have to make a trip to the Ragna Empire."

Her words caused Shane’s heart to tighten, and he quickly regained his composure.

"The Empire?"

Shane furrowed his brows.

"Correct," Tielle said indifferently, "there seems to be something there I want to find, so I plan to take a look."

Her candid words, however, did not elicit a response from Shane.

How to respond?

At this time, for this girl to suddenly say she’s going to the Empire to look for something—had there not been something suspicious, how could Shane believe it?

"...Have you encountered someone you shouldn’t have?"

Shane remained silent for a while, then posed the question.

Tielle turned her head, looking towards Shane.

"You knew about the Leferut Family all along," Tielle said, "That’s what you’ve been hiding from me, isn’t it?"

Shane neither denied nor confirmed.

But Tielle already had her answer.

"I’ve always been protected," Tielle murmured to herself as if speaking to the air, "Although I really want to solve all this by myself, it turns out I keep being protected by you. Is this the shelter of destiny?"

"... You know," Shane said with a bit of worry, fearing that Tielle might become fixated on the issue, he couldn’t help but say, "None of us want to see you get hurt."

"Yes, I know." Tielle didn’t deny this, nodding as she said, "That’s exactly why, this time, I want to do something I desire to do."

"Going to the Empire?" Shane asked with furrowed brows, "Now that you’re aware of the Leferut Family’s existence, you should realize they actually harbor ill intentions toward you, right?"

"I know." Tielle repeated the same words, but she seemed indifferent, saying coolly, "But controlling me won’t be so easy."

Hearing this, Shane knew that Tielle was set on her plan.

He didn’t know whom Tielle had met or what she had heard.

But he knew it was no longer possible to dissuade Tielle.

In the Empire, there was something Tielle was pursuing.

Presumably, the Leferut Family knew this and, due to their own reasons, dared not act against Tielle openly anymore, so they wanted to lure her there instead.

Tielle couldn’t be unaware of this.

But still, she decided to go, proving that thing must be very important to her.

Then, he couldn’t stop her.

If that was the case...

"I..."

Shane was about to say something.

But Tielle stopped him.

"Mmm...!"

Shane’s eyes suddenly widened in surprise.

Tielle turned around abruptly, sat in his arms, hugged him, and without a hint of hesitation, her cherry lips kissed him, blocking Shane’s mouth and all the words that were to follow.

This wasn’t their first kiss.

Initially, in the Artlu Canyon, Tielle had also kissed Shane like this.

But then, Tielle did it to share the information of her Skill with Shane, using this method to establish the most intimate exchange of Magic Power to convey the message of the Skill.

This time, however, Tielle was simply seeking comfort, not only did she kiss him but she also extended her little fragrant tongue, giving Shane a breath-stoppingly delightful passionate kiss.

After a long while, Tielle finally let go.

"Let me go."

Tielle said, staring straight at Shane.

"Even if I’m not strong enough, but others aside, you must believe me, believe that I’m not messing around."

Tielle expressed this to Shane.

"I have my limits and my own thoughts, you don’t have to worry about me getting into trouble." Tielle continued to watch Shane, as she said, "On the contrary, it’s you. Although you’re very strong, you’re now under the scrutiny of the whole world. Once you go to the Empire, I’m afraid that just after crossing the Empire’s border, the Imperial City will receive the news of your arrival and respond accordingly."

That would actually be counterproductive to Tielle’s subsequent actions.

"But I can’t just let you go to the lair of the enemies who are eyeing you covetously, can I?"

As Shane held Tielle’s slippery and soft exquisite body in his arms, he was indulging in her beautiful face, figure, and enthusiasm, but he still opposed the idea.

Tielle understood that being too stubborn would only cause trouble and concern for others.

But she didn’t want to leave without saying goodbye.

If it had been in the past, it might have been okay, but now, she had developed special feelings for Shane and really didn’t want to leave him without saying goodbye.

Of course, Tielle also felt that if she left without saying goodbye, Shane would definitely explode in anger.

Therefore, after much thought, Tielle decided to come clean and make a pact with Shane.

"Give me one month’s time," Tielle said with utmost seriousness, "Just one month."

Shane fell silent.

"Believe me."

Tielle pressed Shane’s face to make him look into her eyes, her little face brimming with unprecedented seriousness.

That look, the moment Shane saw it, he knew he couldn’t utter the word "no."

"... One month?"

"Yes, one month."

"What if something happens to you by then?"

"Don’t forget, I also have the Blessing of the Goddess of Fate. If there’s danger, I will certainly receive a revelation and avoid it in time."

"Then..."

"Believe me."

The conversation ended there.

Because Tielle once again silenced Shane with a kiss.

"You’ve always wanted this, haven’t you?"

Tielle’s whisper echoed in the bathhouse.

What followed didn’t need to be spoken.

The temperature in the grand bathhouse kept rising.

Shane finally got his wish and devoured the enticing Little Elf.

As for the process...

Don’t ask.

Asking is an experience of ultimate indulgence.