ILLIMITABLE UNTIL DEATH

The fire on the island raged until nightfall before finally dying down. The surrounding forests, however, were reduced to scorched earth, devoid of life. Birds and animals cautiously emerged, wandering through the desolate landscape, lost and disoriented.

Back at the mountaintop palace, the inhabitants, weary from a long day, began to retire for the night. 

Tomorrow morning, everyone would leave the island and return to their respective homes.

After parting ways with Sherlock, Fang Li sought out several people in succession.

First, he found Jeanne.

Rather than saying Fang Li found Jeanne, it would be more accurate to say Jeanne found him and explained the current situation.

"After negotiations, Ranban and Oni are both ready to join Deen. I've also met with Sun and Habi; although the communication was somewhat complicated, both agreed to follow our lead and join the battle."

In other words, in the upcoming conflict, not only would Ranban and Oni participate, but also Sun and Habi.

This undoubtedly laid a solid foundation for the future battlefield.

Previously, Watson had mentioned that because Grenada had extraordinary beings like Sun and Habi, he believed Deen had no chance of victory.

Now, with these two extraordinary beings joining Deen, the tide had turned.

So even though the battle was not yet over, it felt as if it had already concluded; as long as Sun and Habi were part of Deen, defeat was simply not an option.

"This time, the credit goes to you, so for now, just rest well and continue your school life," Jeanne said.

In other words, even without Fang Li, Deen's victory was merely a matter of time.

It was precisely because Fang Li anticipated this outcome that he had previously said he wouldn't be running around anymore.

The remaining matters could be left to Jeanne and her team to handle.

Afterward, Fang Li found Riko.

As always, the young girl clung to him, pestering him for a while before finally revealing something.

"Actually, Koko and the others came to invite me today."

This wasn't surprising or accidental.

After all, Ranban was in desperate need of talent, which was why Zhuge Jinghuan had brought Sun here, hoping to recruit Fang Li.

Now, while their plans about Fang Li had fallen through, Koko and the others had set their sights on Riko.

"Riko used to have a good relationship with Koko back in I-U. I didn't expect there to be four of them, but they've invited me so enthusiastically that I can't refuse. So, I'm planning to take a trip to China, and while I'm at it, I'll hang out in Ranban City for some food and drink. Don't be jealous, okay?"

In other words, regardless of whether Riko ultimately chose to join Ranban, she wouldn't be returning anytime soon.

"Although I'm really reluctant to leave Li Li, if it were any other time, I would have brushed it off. But China is Li Li's hometown, and I really want to see it."

"Of course, Riko will always belong to Li Li. No matter where you go, Riko will eventually follow and bring you back."

With those parting words, Riko fluttered away like a delicate butterfly, leaving as she always did.

Tomorrow, she would likely follow Koko and the others to Hong Kong, heading for Ranban's base.

Thus, their recent conversation was essentially Riko bidding farewell to Fang Li.

This was indeed a rare occurrence.

As the descendant of Phantom Thief Lupin, Riko excelled at disappearing without a trace, ensuring that no one could find her.

However, this time, Riko said goodbye to Fang Li, highlighting how special his status was.

Once Riko had left, Fang Li wandered around the palace, speaking with many people, but still could not find Reki.

It seemed that Reki had really gone back alone.

Later, Fang Li learned that Reki had returned to the Ulus tribe on her own.

The matter of the Scarlet Blazing God was of significant importance to the Ulus tribe, which also guards the Hihi'irokane, so Reki naturally had to make a trip back.

In other words, like Riko, Reki wouldn't be returning anytime soon either.

However, it wasn't just Reki and Riko.

Others also planned to leave.

Fang Li learned about this from Shirayuki.

In other words, Shirayuki would also be leaving for a while.

Moreover, she would be taking someone with her.

To this end, Shirayuki tearfully begged Fang Li, "Before I leave, please turn me into an adult, Li Sama!"

Of course, Fang Li firmly rejected this, or rather, was so startled that he fled without regard for Shirayuki's pleas.

This was probably the first time in Fang Li's life he had been so flustered.

"Speaking of which, Rem had also asked me for something similar before. Why was I moved when she came to me, but when Shirayuki begs me, I just feel scared?"

It must be because Shirayuki is that kind of person; there's no other possibility.

Thus, in order to find the person Shirayuki mentioned she needed to take with her, Fang Li searched the entire palace but didn't see a trace of anyone.

It wasn't until nearly midnight that Hilda emerged from Fang Li's shadow and informed him.

"Go check the place where you met Sherlock during the day."

After saying this, Hilda didn't return to Fang Li's shadow but left alone.

Fang Li had already told Hilda that he probably wouldn't be participating in the battles anymore and hoped she would fight alongside Jeanne and Tamamo.

To this, Hilda seemed reluctant but ultimately agreed with a red-faced nod under Fang Li's insistence.

"Why is it that when I give you a firm order, you actually agree, and you look so happy about it?"

Fang Li found this puzzling.

Then, Fang Li set off to find the last person.

...

Like during the day, this spot still offered a panoramic view of the island, but the evening breeze was very cold, making one reluctant to linger.

However, a girl was sitting at the edge, her feet dangling off the side, swaying in midair as she gazed at the night sky. Her crimson eyes shone like stars, looking very beautiful.

After a while, the girl suddenly spoke.

"Since you're here, come out."

The girl said this.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time."

These words, reaching Fang Li's ears as he just arrived, startled him, and he couldn't help but chuckle.

The location, the timing, and this phrase were exactly the same as when Sherlock had said it during the day.

"Should I say that it seems to run in the family,?"

(End Of The Chapter)

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