The images on the screen began to rewind to a more distant era.
A female figure with blood-red long hair appeared in the images.
"The human form of the ’Lady of Blood’..."
Ron recognized this legendary figure; she was Aiden’s ancestor and one of the important pioneers of Bloodline Studies after Lance.
The voice of the King of Illusions softened, with a nostalgic glow in his eyes:
"Little Selena, she was once one of my students."
The scene showed Selena’s research life, her focused figure in the laboratory, her calm demeanor while treating injured wizards, and her bowing and standing in the hall of Fairyland...
"But Aiden... that descendant corrupted by the desire for power..."
The voice of the King of Illusions began to turn cold, as if the temperature around had dropped a few degrees:
"He not only desecrated Selena’s research achievements but also murdered his ancestor in the most brutal way to seize power that was never his."
The screen displayed that appalling scene:
Aiden stood in a pool of blood, holding a fragment of Selena’s phantom skeleton in his hand, with a manic and triumphant smile on his face.
And in the fragment of the phantom skeleton he held, Selena’s once kind and loving face was faintly reflected, now only filled with shock and disappointment.
"From that moment on, I decided to let him perform the most clownish drama..."
Ron listened quietly to this piece of history, starting to comprehend the deep logic of the entire layout.
"So, Uphemia..."
"She is precisely a key piece we arranged."
The King of Illusions nodded in confirmation:
"The technical support Aiden received in creating her, including Cassandra’s help, all had our secret influence behind them."
"Even Cassandra was involved?"
This information surprised Ron; he originally thought the leader of the Conquest Faction acted independently.
"Cassandra did not know the complete plan; she only received some ’timely’ information at appropriate times."
The King of Illusions explained:
"Such as certain information about bloodline isolation technology, and some hints about cooperating with the Abyssal Apostles.
She believed these were due to her own wisdom and luck, but in fact, they were all carefully arranged outcomes by us."
Ron began to realize the terrifying scope of this conspiracy.
If even a top-level Great Wizard like Cassandra became a pawn without knowing it.
Then how much of what appeared to be "coincidence" was actually deliberately arranged?
"Then I..."
He tentatively inquired, with unease surging in his heart.
"You are a special existence, my child."
The King of Illusions’ eyes deepened:
"Your appearance indeed exceeded our expectations, but this is not a bad thing.
On the contrary, you provide a new possibility for this plan."
She gestured, and the surrounding screens began to display more complex charts.
It was a vast network diagram, countless lines connecting different individuals and forces.
In the center of the chart, Ron’s avatar was emitting a special glow.
"The original plan was to let Uphemia gain Aiden’s trust somehow and then betray him at the crucial moment."
The King of Illusions explained in detail:
"But her growth speed and influence were limited, needing a long time to get close to Aiden’s core."
"And your appearance provided us with a more efficient option, allowing you also to gain many precious benefits."
"Specifically, what are the benefits?"
Ron directly asked, clearly aware that this level of deal must involve enormous interests.
"First, knowledge."
The King of Illusions began to lay out her terms:
"When you reach the Moon Level, I will teach you the Forbidden Technique of ’Curse Reversal.’
This is an ultimate skill that allows any harmful curse or contract effect to be reversed back to the caster."
The screen displayed a basic principle diagram of Curse Reversal, the complex rune structures and energy flow diagrams entrancing Ron.
The value of this technology is immeasurable, almost an ultimate counter to all Contract Magic.
"With this technology, Uphemia could turn around and exploit the Bloodline Lock and curses Aiden left on her."
The King of Illusions continued to explain:
"Not only to break free from control but even to steal part of Aiden’s power."
"Secondly, guidance."
Her voice became more enticing:
"When you become a Dark Sun Level Wizard and gather the Phantom Skeleton Prototype, I can consider being your master on the road ahead.
At my level, the guidance I can provide surpasses that of any existing Great Wizard."
This offer made Ron’s heart race.
With the abilities and status of the King of Illusions, her guidance is indeed invaluable.
But at the same time, Lady Allen’s previous experiences also made him deeply wary of such a mentor-apprentice relationship.
"Lastly, opportunity."
"Participating in this plan will allow you to access many secret knowledge and precious resources normally inaccessible."
She paused briefly, her tone turning more profound:
"In this world, pure power is just the foundation.
What truly determines destiny is how to wield that power, how to build alliances, and how to find your place in a complex situation."
Ron listened quietly to these temptations, conducting a calm analysis in his heart.
From a purely rational perspective, the King of Illusions’ proposal indeed held immense allure.