In an instant, this terrifying aura swept across the entire Sanctum of Light. Countless temple members were alarmed, all gazing in the direction from which the aura originated.

"Is it the Saintess?"

"This aura... it's probably not inferior to that of the temple lord, right?"

"By the highest gods... the Saintess' rank has reached such a terrifying level!"

At this moment, Isabella was on the brink of an outburst. Golden holy light raged around her, as though it sought to purify everything in its vicinity!

Eileen!

Her younger sister, whom she had always wished to make amends with, had fallen?!

No matter how Eileen viewed her—whether with resentment or estrangement—Isabella's heart had never stopped caring for her. She had always hoped that one day she could truly mend the rift between them.

But now, that faint hope was shattered beyond repair.

Her sister would never return...

Buzz——!

Just as Isabella's aura was about to completely spiral out of control, an ancient aura spread out from the forbidden tower deep within the temple.

This aura carried with it an immense power of calm, instantly soothing the raging holy light.

The uncontrolled holy light was gently pressed down by this power and quickly subsided.

The violent golden light in Isabella's eyes slowly receded.

But the deep sorrow and killing intent in her heart did not diminish in the slightest.

She cast a complex glance at the distant tower within the sanctum, an expression filled with both gratitude and a sense of resolve.

She then turned decisively, walking toward the temple's exit.

"Saintess! Where are you going?"

A priest, looking at Isabella's retreating figure, hurriedly called out.

Isabella did not stop. Her firm voice floated back to him.

"I'm going to that lower-level realm to avenge my sister."

The priest stood frozen in place.

He instinctively wanted to warn her about the powerful dimensional rule suppression in the lower realms.

But seeing Isabella's unwavering figure and feeling her undeniable resolve, the words stuck in his throat.

Since the Saintess had said so, she must have a way to cross that barrier of rules.

New Dalton.

The cheers within the city had not yet died down as everyone celebrated the narrowly avoided disaster.

However, standing atop the city walls, Aragis' expression was taut with tension.

Gripping his lance tightly, his eyes were fixed on the unknown woman who had appeared out of nowhere.

Her aura was as unfathomable as the abyss, blending seamlessly with the surrounding air.

Had he not seen her with his own eyes, Aragis would not have even been aware of her presence.

"In the name of Dalton, state your identity and purpose!"

Aragis' voice echoed across the walls.

Even though he knew he stood no chance, he would still defend his will to protect.

But the woman did not answer, not even glancing at him.

She elegantly raised a delicate hand and lightly waved in his direction.

Sshhh——!

A lock of hair fell slowly past Aragis' ear, and he couldn't even catch a glimpse of how she had moved.

In the next moment, her figure had already passed him, silently merging into Dalton Town, leaving a profound silence in her wake.

Aragis stood frozen, his hand instinctively catching the falling lock of hair, feeling the icy touch at his fingertips.

He remained silent for a long while.

Finally, a weary sigh escaped him as he turned his gaze toward the president's residence, his face filled with bitterness and helplessness.

The power level of this mysterious woman was far beyond anything he could fathom.

President's Residence.

Leo had regained his Authority rank strength.

The burden from his recent forced rank-up was slowly dissipating.

At this moment, he sharply sensed a familiar yet overwhelming energy wave entering the residence.

He froze for a moment, his face revealing disbelief.

Could it be her?

"What's wrong?"

Beside him, the Temporal Overseer noticed Leo's intense shift in aura and asked in confusion.

Just moments ago, Leo had demonstrated terrifying strength capable of withstanding blows from beyond the realm—why had he now fallen in rank?

And why was his expression so... complicated?

But the Overseer dared not ask further, his respect for Leo rising in silence.

This must be a supreme existence, hidden in the mortal world.

Otherwise, how could one explain Leo's effortless ability to endure that devastating energy from a higher plane?

Leo didn't respond to the question. Instead, he merely said coldly,

"This is no longer your concern. You may leave."

Hearing this, the young Overseer hesitated for a moment before replying with a near-submissive tone,

"Honorable Sir, if you need anything in the future, do not hesitate to call on me. I... I am always at your service!"

His words revealed his opportunistic nature, eager to attach himself to the strong.

But this was an inevitable reality—at his rank, the Temporal Overseer could only guard and maintain the order of the timeline, with little to no chance of advancement.

If he wanted to rise, he would have to accumulate unimaginable amounts of temporal energy, a process that would take countless years.

But, for someone like Leo, a hidden supreme being in his domain, the Overseer understood that it would be a matter of seizing the opportunity if it ever arose.

With that, he made no further delay, his figure vanishing into the distance.

Inside the President's residence, an extremely special visitor had arrived.

The woman strolled through the winding stone paths of the estate.

The layers upon layers of magical wards, powerful enough to trap an Eternal Sanctuary rank, were as nothing before her.

What was even more terrifying was that, until she had reached the heart of the estate, not a single guard or sentinel had appeared to block her path.

It was as if everyone either ignored her presence or... simply could not perceive her!

Gradually, a look of confusion and recollection appeared in her deep, Starsea-like eyes, which eventually transformed into a disbelieving realization.

It was truly him... but what had happened here?

This city, this power...

"Excuse me, miss, may I ask who you're looking for?"

A crisp, curious voice sounded from behind her.

The woman turned to see Lilith, her large eyes filled with wonder, staring at her.

For some reason, Lilith felt an inexplicable familiarity and closeness to the extraordinary woman standing before her.

"You..."

Upon seeing Lilith, the woman's body suddenly trembled.

Staring at the face that resembled her own so closely, her eyes immediately filled with tears.

"Child, come here."

The woman beckoned Lilith with a gentle smile, one that was full of effort.

Lilith hesitated for a moment, but that strange sense of familiarity urged her forward, and she slowly walked toward the woman.

"Do we... know each other?"

Lilith asked softly, looking up at her.

But Hathaway did not answer. Instead, she reached out and, as if using all her strength, pulled Lilith into her arms.

The embrace left Lilith completely stunned!

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