Chapter 68: Evangeline Retained Her Memories!
Chapter 68: Evangeline Retained Her Memories!
[The butler's mind pieced together the puzzle: Phantom Reaper, the codename you used in the Avatar Task Site, was after the avatar crystals that Evangeline had absorbed. And surely, the one avatar crystal the Solstice Family had offered as part of the reward was also on your radar.]
[Despite this, the butler knew better than to try and oppose you. He understood that offending you would be the worst mistake he could make.]
[After all, your status as the Uncrowned Emperor of Humanity placed you above even the leaders of nations.]
[He smiled politely, though his thoughts were anything but calm. 'The patriarch and heiress will have to deal with him,' he decided, gesturing for you to follow him inside.]
["Welcome, Mr. Sinclair," he said, doing his best to mask his inner panic. "Please, allow me to show you inside. The Solstice Family is honored by your presence."]
[As you followed the butler into the Solstice Family's stronghold, you couldn't help but sense the unease radiating from him, though he maintained perfect composure.]
[After all, if you wished, you could have dominated and ruled over humanity long ago—no one, except for the Forest God Kania, could stand against you.]
[This was why the higher-ups had given you the title of the Uncrowned Emperor. They knew they couldn't defeat you, and they no longer dared to challenge you.]
[As you followed the butler through the grand halls of the Solstice Family's stronghold, your mind wandered to the task at hand.]
[The walls of the estate were adorned with portraits and relics from generations past, showcasing the immense power and history of the Solstice Family. The servants bowed respectfully as you passed, though their nervous glances did not escape your notice.]
[Soon, you entered the main hall, where two figures stood waiting: the patriarch of the Solstice Family and their heiress, Evangeline Aurora Von Solstice. The patriarch, a tall, stern-looking man with silver hair and piercing eyes, stepped forward, offering a respectful nod.]
["Welcome," the patriarch began, his voice measured and formal. "It is an honor to have someone of your stature accept this task. I trust you are aware of—"]
[Before he could finish his sentence, Evangeline suddenly broke into a run, rushing past him and straight towards you.]
[Her sudden movement caught everyone in the room off-guard.]
[Without wasting a second, Evangeline pushed you towards the bed, her movements filled with urgency.]
[You fell back onto the soft mattress, and before you could say a word, she straddled you, her eyes filled with an intensity that you hadn't expected.]
[Then, she leaned down and kissed you—deeply, passionately. It was as if all her emotions, all her longing, were pouring out in that single act.]
[You didn't resist. Why would you?]
[After all, you knew she was trustworthy, that she loved you, and you could feel that connection between the two of you. Still, her sudden affection puzzled you.]
[Why was she acting so lovesick when, in this simulation, you hadn't even met yet?]
[Unless...]
[The realization hit you as you lay there, locked in an intimate embrace with her. 'She remembers the goddess simulation,' you thought.]
[The kisses and the closeness continued for several minutes, the two of you lost in the warmth of each other's presence. The air was thick with affection, but neither of you took things further than soft kisses and gentle hugs.]
[Eventually, after Evangeline seemed satisfied, she pulled back slightly, her eyes meeting yours.]
["I've been waiting for you," she said softly, her voice filled with emotion. "I retained the memories of the previous timeline."]
[Her confession confirmed your suspicion, and you gave a small nod, understanding now why she had acted the way she did.]
[She looked at your expression, searching for something. "You also remember everything, don't you? Up until your death."]
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