NABC Chapter 258: The Garden
Chapter 258: The Garden
Lilith took a deep breath, her fingers lightly tapping on the armrest of her chair as she gathered her thoughts.
"The Seed of Knowledge works on all organisms, elevating their power to the highest potential. In your case, reaching the peak rank in this world was just a matter of time, meaning your potential is not at all worse than mine, maybe even better," she explained, not forgetting to compliment him for added points.
Unfortunately, her compliments didn't even register in his mind.
What Potential?
He had the system, giving him all the potential he could ask for.
It would be weird if someone surpassed him in that department with all the cheats he possessed.
But the pressing question remained: did he really require the Seed of Knowledge?
Were its rewards worth the risks?
'System,' he asked internally, his fingers absentmindedly tracing the outline of his chin, 'any insights on the power of Primordial Devils?'
[System: Negative. That classification predates the most recent data available.]
'Can I reach that level someday ?'
[System: The host possesses the capability to surpass the level of a Demon God. However, confirmation of superiority over a Primordial Devil or a fully empowered Archangel requires additional information.]
'I see,' he nodded thoughtfully. 'If even the system lacks data, then the Seed may really be worth the risk'
'Wait, System,' he continued, shifting slightly in his seat, 'my race is categorized as Legendary Rank, aligned with demons. Why am I unable to access the Devils Race?'
[System: Angels and Devils were absent during the first system scan, resulting in incomplete or unavailable information. Other foreign entities are also not included in the System's database and require updates.]
'So the system's limitations are much bigger than I had assumed,'he mused inwardly.
He had to see it for himself, whether it was worth it or not.
So, regardless of the risks and uncertainties, he knew he couldn't rely solely on the limited insights provided by the system.
"Okay, I will assist you, but first, I need clarification," he agreed.
Lilith's lips curled into a knowing smile, her posture relaxed and attentive. "What would you like to know?"
"Are you collaborating with other Demon Lords? I'm sure you already know that I am being hunted," Reign asked.
"The Abyssal Alliance?" she echoed softly, her own fingers tracing patterns on the polished surface of her desk.
"Yes," he affirmed with a nod, his gaze steady.
"It's warm," Reign commented casually.
"I... " Lilith blushed slightly in response, but quickly regained her composure, realizing he was simply noting the key's temperature, and not hinting that it was warm because it came from her cleavage
[System: Error]
'Error? So you can't analyze it?' he asked.
[System: Affirmative]
'What if I eat it ?' he asked.
[System: Bad Idea]
Seeing that the system couldn't extract any information from it, he handed the key back to her.
"So how many do you have ?" he asked .
"Just one, " she replied with a smile.
"But don't worry. Now that we have this, it'll be much easier to find the others. You see, the reason it's warm is because it reacts whenever another key is nearby," she explained, raising the key and giving it a shake to emphasize her point.
"So, you're searching for a key in this city, right? What's the status?" he asked.
"I have some leads, but it will still take time," she replied honestly.
"Alright, I'll..." Reign was trying to say something when he was cut off by a knock on the door.
Lilith's expression changed abruptly. She had instructed everyone never to disturb them unless it was urgent news.
"Excuse me," she said as she stood up and walked towards the door. She opened it, revealing Dan, who was visibly anxious.
"What is it ?" she asked.
"Miss Lilith, one of our labs on the outskirts has been attacked," he reported urgently, his breath coming in short gasps.
"Which one ?"
"The one that was making the serum," he replied, shifting his weight nervously from one foot to the other.
"Do you know who attacked us?" she asked, stepping closer to Dan, her eyes narrowing . She did not appreciate this turn of events.
Dan rubbed the back of his neck, glancing around nervously before meeting her gaze.
"We don't have all the details yet, but our surveillance team is working on it," he replied, his eyes darting away.