Mystery: The Last Shepherd

Chapter 100 My Sister's Secret

"Brother, I also want to become an extraordinary one."

Cecilia said earnestly to Luze.

However, Lu Ze hesitated after hearing his sister's determination.

He certainly didn't have any dark thoughts or want to see his sister doing better. It was simply because, after coming into contact with this extraordinary world, he had come to know how much danger, despair, and madness were hidden behind the power of the extraordinary.

Rather than embarking on a path of no return, Lu Ze would rather his sister live a peaceful and happy life.

Lu Ze thought for a moment, and was about to say something softly to his sister when he suddenly sensed a gaze from elsewhere. He turned to look to the side and saw Ms. M watching the conversation between the Rondauer siblings with great interest. She rested her chin on her hand, which was adorned with a red rose ring, and stared at them intently with her golden eyes.

I almost forgot about this guy.

"My sister and I are about to have a heart-to-heart talk. Could you please leave for a moment?"

Lu Ze said coldly.

"Of course, if you ask that way. But don't forget, even if I leave here, I will still be monitoring you."

Ms. M gently pressed her temples.

"You can keep watch all you want, but at least don't sit here. Seeing you around affects our mood."

Lu Ze said without any politeness.

"OK then."

Ms. M got up without a care and went up to the guest room on the second floor.

Lu Ze didn't look away until she entered the room. He knew it was a bit of self-deception, but speaking the truth to his sister under Ms. M's watchful eye would inevitably create an awkward atmosphere.

“Listen, Cecilia.”

He pulled Cecilia to sit next to him and said sincerely, "Regarding your desire to become an Extraordinary, my attitude remains the same as before. I hope you will make a careful decision."

"Don't be fooled by that crazy woman's nonsense. Becoming an Extraordinary being doesn't just bring extraordinary abilities, but also more loss of control and danger, and a life far removed from that of a normal person."

Since becoming a Mystic, Luze has encountered various unexpected events. If it weren't for his incredible luck and the support of his cheat codes, he would probably have died countless times already. Naturally, he has a phobia of becoming an Extraordinary, and consequently, he doesn't want his sister to enter this world.

Even those who become officially recognized Extraordinary Individuals are subject to restrictions on their freedom. Night Watchers, for example, are typically assigned to guard specific areas; to leave their current city, they must apply in advance, not to mention the various inconveniences that follow.

"But brother, I don't want to be a burden."

Cecilia grasped Luze's hand.

Her hand gripped Lu Ze's tightly; it felt rough and hard, unlike the soft, delicate touch of a typical girl's. Lu Ze knew this was because she had taken care of him day after day, doing too much hard work. His heart softened again, but he quickly realized something was amiss.

Strange, Cecilia's grip was a little too tight, as if she were trying to tell me something.
It seems like there's something else behind what she said?
Could it be that my sister already guessed I was preparing to fight Ms. M to the death? And her desire to become an Extraordinary being was so that she could join me and help me during my battle with Ms. M?
Very likely, because Cecilia knew Luze's character very well. She knew Luze wouldn't just sit idly by and wait to die; even if it meant mutual destruction, she would try to fight the enemy to the bitter end. To actually want to fight Ms. M? This foolish girl, is she courting death?!

"no!"

Lu Ze was anxious and immediately glared at him, shouting, "You're not a burden, and you don't need to force yourself to drink the potion. This world is too dangerous; you'll die! I absolutely won't allow it!"

Because Ms. M was listening, he couldn't be too explicit. He could only subtly warn his sister not to get involved in his fight with Ms. M, as he didn't want to see his sister die because of him.

This was the first time Luze had lost his temper with Cecilia since he transmigrated. His voice was rather loud, and his expression must have been quite ferocious.

Cecilia stared at him blankly, her large, azure eyes blinking, when suddenly tears welled up in her eyes. Large, glistening tears, like pearls, streamed down her delicate face, silently tracing paths down her cheeks and dripping from her rounded chin.

She neither cried out nor sobbed, but simply looked at Lu Ze quietly, tears streaming down her face.

"Don't cry, don't cry."

Lu Ze panicked and quickly reached out to wipe away his sister's tears. A wave of guilt washed over him, overwhelming his anxiety and leaving him somewhat at a loss. "I'm not trying to scold you, sister. I mean, I'm not afraid of death. I just hope that if something really happens, at least you'll survive."

This was his sincere wish, without a trace of pretense.

Cecilia, such a kind-hearted and beautiful girl, should have been blessed with a happy life. Instead, she's forced to endure a difficult life with a half-mad brother, and after a few days of peace, she's been dragged into the threat of a cult. If Luze can't defeat Ms. M, he at least hopes his sister can be saved.

"Brother, do you remember Mom's funeral?"

Cecilia wiped away her tears and asked, her eyes red and heartbreaking to see.

Lu Ze searched his memory but found nothing, so he could only shake his head.

“My father passed away, and my mother died soon after. After the funeral, you were the only family I had left in the world,” Cecilia said. “From that moment on, I swore to the goddess that I would live with you and overcome any difficulties together.”

"You did it."

Lu Ze nodded, genuinely admiring the girl's strong will.

"Do not."

Tears welled up in Cecilia's eyes again. "I broke my vow! Brother, after that, the days went by, and your illness didn't get any better. The family's money dwindled, and I couldn't earn more than a few pennies. In the end, I sold the furniture, Dad's pocket watch, and Mom's jewelry, and rented a place near the street. I still had to take care of you every day, cook, do laundry, and work. I was so tired, I couldn't take it anymore!"

"Later, when things were at their most difficult, and I saw you going crazy, I even thought about killing you and then taking my own life. Would that be a way to find relief?"

Cecilia cried, her face showing relief and repentance, "If Sirius hadn't taken us away later, and so many things had happened, and you hadn't cured our illness, we might have died together in the lower street long ago!"

"So brother, you don't need to be so good to me. You have no idea what I almost did to you! Every day after that, I felt uneasy."

"That night after watching the play, I wanted to talk to you and let you give me a good scolding. But because she came, I lost even my last chance. I can only keep it all inside, and I'm still suffering!"

After saying all this, Cecilia covered her face and burst into tears!
(End of this chapter)