Chapter 6: Oufalier

However, this situation becomes quite strange. The sudden death of a royal family member is a common tactic used to confuse the public. While this method may deceive ordinary people, the members of the royal family and the nobility would certainly not view it in the same light. Especially given the rumors that this princess is quite adept at socializing, she enjoys a good reputation among both the royal family and the nobility. Her death cannot possibly be brushed aside lightly; there will inevitably be those who raise suspicions. It is important to note that although the royal family holds significant power, the influence of the nobility is also considerable. The death of the first princess is, after all, a major event that no one would overlook.

In the voice of the young girl, there is a deep sense of regret, sadness, and pain

At first glance, she appeared to be even younger than Yulian's current form. Her long, light purple hair flowed like silk down to her waist. A white headband parted her soft bangs, revealing a delicate and beautiful face. Her azure eyes sparkled like precious gems, and her pale pink lips were slightly parted, displaying a sweet smile. A white off-shoulder dress perfectly accentuated her slender and graceful figure, while elbow-length gloves enveloped her delicate arms and hands. The white fabric boots added a touch of liveliness to the young girl. The black cloak with golden edges she wore behind her complemented her perfectly, exuding a hint of scholarly elegance.

I do not know what I should do, and I cannot think of what I ought to do

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As she spoke, a hint of determination was revealed in Oufalier's eyes

No matter how one looks at it, she is a beautiful young girl; however, for You Lian, it carries a different meaning

You need me

Then, let me change the question

Who is the murderer

Sitting in the chair, You Lian carefully scrutinized the girl before her, feeling a sense of curiosity arise within her.

Upon hearing this, O'Fahlir displayed a look of surprise for the first time. She curiously gazed at the young man before her, who was only slightly older than herself, and could not discern his identity as a mage in any way.

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No

I believe you should be able to skillfully wield this power. Therefore, what I need to do now is to condense a core within your soul. Later, you just need to focus and fill that core with power. I think this should not pose any problem for you

It was, it used to be, but it is no longer the case now

Are you a wizard

What do you plan to do? Do you not need a magic circle or some kind of incantation?

You Lian smiled and shook her head, denying Oufalier's conjecture

This may be related to your spirit of vengeance form

Eufalir paused for a moment, then gently shook her head, lowering her eyelids once more to gaze at the ground

You Lian picked up the teacup beside him without a change in expression and gazed at the young girl

The assassination of a nation's First Princess is certainly not a matter that can be treated lightly or overlooked

"There is no need for such complicated preparations; I have a simpler way to help you complete this body..." At this point, Yulian paused, noticing the puzzled expression in Ophaliel's eyes. "You possess powerful shadow magic, and this power has not left your soul even after your death. However, I have never heard that you are a mage"

Eufalia West—this seems to be the name of the First Princess of our country

I am not a magician

It used to be ... ... but now ... ... it is no longer.

I understand

In that case, how about we make a deal

You Lian did not continue to dwell on this matter, but instead continued with his speech

What to do

It is now

What do you plan to do next

However, in response to Yulian's question, O'Fahliel did not answer; she merely shook her head slowly with a sorrowful expression.

For the young girl, this was the first time in her life that a man had "entered" her body and her world of books. Naturally, this made Ophalia feel anxious and a bit shy. However, soon she began to feel an increasing warmth within her body, an indescribable sense of comfort washing over her soul, as if the scorching waves were crashing wildly inside her. Accompanying this cleansing tide, Ophalia felt her body growing hotter and hotter. She bit her lip, trying hard to suppress any sound, yet she could not prevent the continuation of this event. Then, she suddenly felt a contraction from somewhere deep within her body, followed by a surge of intense and powerful heat that nearly overwhelmed the dam of her rationality.

Upon hearing this, the young girl was momentarily taken aback. She lifted her head, her eyes filled with bewilderment and confusion

However, you are merely a minor lord

I do not know what the phantom magic is... I only feel a powerful force deep within my soul, a sensation I have never experienced while I was alive

In response to Ophalia's answer, Yulian nodded in satisfaction, then stood up and walked over to the young girl. At that moment, Ophalia was floating in the air, looking at the young man approaching her with curiosity and unease, and for a moment, she was actually a bit flustered

And I am the royal princess, the first princess

I can help you restore your form—I can assist you in shaping a tangible existence, so that you may live like a human. Of course, that does not mean you will become human, but I believe that will suffice. However, in exchange, I hope you can serve me. How does that condition sound?

The end

Eufalia shook her head in confusion

You are correct

Although she knew that she was a spiritual entity and could not be touched by mortals, upon seeing You Lian's actions, Oufalier's first reaction was to cross her arms over her chest, attempting to retreat and avoid him. However, You Lian did not stop; on the contrary, he extended his arms, and soon, his right hand passed through Oufalier's arms and chest, penetrating deep into her body

The smile on You Lian's face is elegant and gentle, while also filled with confidence and pride

The intense obsession combined with the rampaging magical power has bound the soul of Ophalia. Perhaps it is precisely for this reason that the shadow magic dormant within her body has awakened. However, Yulian can only speculate this; in fact, he believes Ophalia's words. If this princess had been detected to possess the ability to wield shadow magic during her lifetime, she would likely have been protected like a rare panda by those mages. How could she have died in such a remote place under mysterious circumstances due to a murder?

For You Lian, the soul before her was merely a soul entity. Although it appeared to be in a solid state, reaching out would encounter no resistance at all; after all, what lay before You Lian was nothing but air. Therefore, after confirming that she had grasped the source of the other party's magical power, You Lian closed her eyes

You Lian noticed that Oufalier was looking at him fearlessly, her face showing no trace of shyness, which indirectly confirmed the credibility of the rumors he remembered. This princess indeed possessed considerable royal demeanor; she was not like those greenhouse flowers that would feel shy and embarrassed. Moreover, her self-control was astonishingly strong. After all, she managed to use her rationality to control the nearly collapsing and rampaging demonic instincts upon seeing a human, which was enough to pique You Lian's interest. In fact, even You Lian himself could not be certain whether, if he were to become a similar vengeful spirit, he could maintain such calmness as this princess before him.

As Yulian stepped closer, Ophalia's expression became somewhat stiff, but she quickly nodded in response. Upon hearing the answer, Yulian revealed a peculiar smile, and then he reached out his hand towards the girl's chest

For O'Farrell, however, this is a different experience

If his memory is not mistaken regarding m.hetushu.com (referring to this body, rather than the memory of the soul), then he must have heard this name before; after all, no citizen of any country would be unaware of the names of the royal family members who govern their nation.

Very good

I am a knight. However, this is not important; what matters to me is your response

Eufalia's lips curled slightly, revealing a hint of a confident smile

If I remember correctly, I have heard this name before

You Lian placed the teacup back on the table and looked at Oufalier, who remained silent, waiting for him to speak next

After all, this is the path I have chosen

It is no wonder, after all, that she has been dead for over thirty years. If it were not for the appearance of Youlian, Ophalia would likely have continued to exist forever in the form of a vengeful spirit. For a vengeful spirit devoid of reason and wisdom, time holds no meaning. However, now that she has regained her consciousness, she naturally cannot live as she did before. Yet, Ophalia is well aware that she is currently just a ghost, not a human. What right does someone like her have to yearn for the future

As for Felix's memories, they were heard from his parents. In any case, his parents could at least be considered members of the nobility, and it was always necessary to be aware of such matters, even if not strictly required. They often taught Felix, hoping that he could become a clever, talented, and capable nobleman like that princess.

Upon hearing these words, Ophalia did not feel disappointment, nor sadness or helplessness; on the contrary, she nodded firmly.

Accompanied by Yulian's whispers, the surrounding light suddenly dimmed, and then a powerful force began to swirl, condense, and transform around the palm of his right hand

Indeed

However, you do not need to understand these

Certainly, out of respect for the royal family, it seems that no one has spread rumors indiscriminately. However, it now appears that Her Royal Highness the Princess did not simply pass away from a sudden illness.

You Lian did not deny this point

Now, I am just an ordinary person... and I believe that every exchange comes at a cost. At this moment, I do not have the bargaining power, so I cannot think of any reason to refuse your proposal. I am unwilling to return to my previous life, a life filled with fear, emptiness, and the chaotic pain of losing my sanity. I no longer wish to experience that. Rather than reverting to that state, I would prefer to choose a future that is unfamiliar and unknown.

I said, I am not a wizard, but a knight

Even though O'Farrell did not explicitly state it, Yulian could be certain that she was killed, and that it was a murder.

Seeing that the other party was unwilling to respond, You Lian did not pursue the matter further, after all, it was her own affair, and what followed was You Lian's concern

You Lian immediately got to the point, fully aware that the murderer could not possibly be the nobles who had previously resided in this castle; otherwise, their families would have long been exterminated. How could the royal family allow them to leave unscathed?

I do not know ... ...

Regarding Her Highness the Princess, You Lian possesses limited information. He only learned from the memories of this body that the Princess was born in the fifteenth month of the Year of Scattered Flowers and was one of the most popular members of the royal family in the Kingdom of West. This popularity was not only due to her unparalleled beauty and melodious singing voice but also because she possessed considerable political acumen and had a good reputation among the nobility. However, as the saying goes, heaven is jealous of exceptional talent. At the age of sixteen, the Princess suddenly fell ill and passed away, causing a great uproar throughout the Kingdom of West. This incident occurred thirty years ago.

In the face of Eufalia's words, You Lian similarly showed no intention of retreating. He gazed at that beautiful face, not concealing his appreciative gaze in the slightest. After all, a beautiful woman is always a delight to the eyes, and a woman who is both beautiful and intelligent is even more captivating.

In those deep blue eyes, the light of wisdom shines brightly

Faced with Yulian's inquiry, the young girl did not respond; however, her expression darkened considerably.