Although Emily successfully devoured the soul fragment of the Blood Witch, the memories she obtained were quite limited.
But fortunately, the part about the conspiracy of the Holy Presence Ceremony was fairly clear.
"The Blood Witch was the last Primordial Witch. When she was born, the Tower of Truth was already struggling against attacks from multiple factions.
Due to a lack of manpower and energy, the Blood Witch managed to escape through an accident.
She not only killed all the keepers in the alchemy workshop but also used her unique abilities to acquire a large amount of information on the 'Witch Plan.'
To escape the fate of a witch, she used Blood Magic to enslave a Vampire, thereby becoming part of the Blood Clan and gained immortality."
"Wait a minute!"
Lette interrupted Emily: "What do you mean, the Blood Witch wasn't part of the Blood Clan initially?"
"Yes, all the Primordial Witches were human. Because of the human soul's quality, growth period, and reproduction speed, they were the most suitable among all races."
Lette nodded slightly, acknowledging that while Elves had higher soul quality, their fertility was low, and their growth period too long. Orcs reproduced quickly and matured fast, but their soul quality was too poor.
Comparing these, indeed humans were the most advantageous.
Lilith chimed in: "Actually, I'm curious about this Witch Plan. It's obviously flawed, right? For instance, what if a witch lives out her days alone and has no offspring?
Or perhaps she likes women, or she has a son?"
Emily blushed, hesitated for a long time, but finally chose to speak out.
"These concerns, during the research phase of the Witch Plan, had already been considered by the ruthless Tower of Truth.
The witch's curse is a mixture of various techniques like alchemy, arcane, secret spells, and witchcraft.
Ensuring offspring are female, and the mother's soul and life being taken by the next generation, are fundamental functions.
Under the curse's control, once a witch reaches a certain age, she will develop… develop a strong interest in the opposite sex.
With age, this interest grows more intense.
During this time, the witch also emits a scent known as 'Witch Fragrance,' which is particularly attractive to the opposite sex."
Lette clapped his hands: "No wonder! I thought my nose was broken. So when your teacher Moslian said you were maturing… was he referring to this?"
Emily turned red with embarrassment, but eventually nodded grudgingly.
Lette stepped back two paces, and Emily's embarrassment turned to anger.
"Are you seriously backing away like this?"
"A guy must protect himself when out and about…"
Emily shouted furiously: "Stop flattering yourself! The witch's curse only urges witches to seek out males of high soul quality!
And you, ah…"
Emily suddenly recalled that the man in front of her had a soul so exquisite that even the Demon Realm's Demon Gods went crazy for it.
In that sense, he was like a walking witch trap!
Lette realized this as well and took another two steps back.
"I initially thought you were just admiring my handsome face, but it turns out you crave my interesting soul too!"
Emily gritted her teeth: "Drop dead! Who's craving you? The curse merely assists in encouraging witches to desire love, form families, and bear offspring.
Initially, its effect is weak, even less than parents urging marriage.
The ultimate decision lies in the witch's own hands!
Only when she is about to lose her ability to reproduce does a compulsory mechanism trigger, causing her to become frantic."
Suddenly, Lette seemed to remember something and tentatively asked.
"Well… does the fragrance of different witches smell the same?"
"I don't know!"
Emily shot him a glare: "There is no information about that. But… since it's called a unique fragrance, it should be different.
Hey, why did your face suddenly turn so bad?"
"Ah… nothing, nothing. You continue!"
"That's it."
Emily spread her hands: "That's all the useful information. After all, that soul fragment was very small."
"What about the crucial parts!? What's the Witch's Banquet? What is the Witch Night? How did it gain the power to destroy the world?
And the other five witches? Any clues?"
Emily shook her head helplessly: "Regrettably, none of that is in this soul crystal core. I couldn't even find the conditions to achieve my own banquet."
"But your strength has increased a lot."
"Really? Wow! How did I advance to the fifth level!"
Emily joyfully jumped off the bed, feeling the strong magic power surging within her, her face full of delight.
Lette shook his head: "Don't get too excited yet. The source of a mage's power isn't magic power, but knowledge and ability.
Though you've reached the fifth level, there is still a long journey ahead."
"I know…"
Emily made a face at Lette and then suddenly became obedient as if she realized something.
"Um, Mr. Wright, you promised before to teach me that Element Absorption Technique…"
"You nobles all have the same tendency, when in need you rush forward, when not you retreat."
Lette gave Emily a disdainful look: "If you want to learn, of course, I can teach you. But whether you can learn it and perform it, that's your own problem."
"That's great!"
"Let's first discuss the principles…"
Just as Lette was about to start, the Knight Captain's voice sounded from outside the tent.
"Your Highness, those sinful artifacts of yours are all packed."
"Hmm? All packed up."
Lette looked outside. After a night of intense battle and negotiations, daylight had arrived.
"Kertes, organize everything at once, and let's head back to the Holy City as soon as possible."
"Yes! Sir!"
Lette stretched lazily: "We can discuss the theory in the carriage. By the time we finish, we should be almost at the Holy City.
Get your things ready! Lilith, come with me."
One person and one demon left the tent, and Lilith immediately burst into laughter.
"What's the matter, nervous?"
"Why would I be nervous?"
"Humph, you must be wondering if your old flame Joanna is one of the witches, right?"
"Nonsense! My relationship with her is pure!"
Lilith rolled her eyes dramatically: "There are only pure relationships between men and women, is there anything purer?"
"Anyway, I'm innocent with her!"
Lette waved his hand: "Besides, she has a brother! How could she be a witch? But her life and death, I do care about.
So, get to the Holy City ahead of us and help me find out."
Lilith took a sudden step backward: "Are you crazy? I'm a demon, it's fine to be around you, no one would dare say anything.
Going to the Holy City alone, do you want me to die faster?"
Lette smiled wryly and raised his finger: "What are you afraid of? I've already analyzed the Blood Witch's techniques and made improvements.
As long as I coat you with a protective outer layer, ensuring you're both holy and bright, you can freely enter and exit major Holy Light Church sites!"
Lilith was a bit speechless: "Why do I feel like you are more excited than I am for this act of desecrating the Holy Light Goddess?"