Legends of Runeterra

In the old and dark secret room, the lamps hanging on the wall were dancing with dark purple flames.

Her whole body was hidden in the black robe, with only her delicate and pale chin revealed, which, combined with her dark lips, exuded amazing charm.

However, at this moment, the people kneeling in front of the pale lady felt as if a sharp blade was pointing at their hearts.

"Haven't you found it yet?"

"Plop~!"

Their foreheads hit the rough ground heavily, and the severe pain did not reduce the fear in their hearts at all.

These nobles, who were once high and mighty, were now cowering like the slaves they had once executed at will.

"Sir, we have already used all possible means to track him down, but..."

"Okay, no need to talk nonsense."

"Om~!"

A dark purple light flashed, and the Pale Lady disappeared into the secret room.

“My Lord! My Lord!!!”

"Oh!"

The door was kicked open, and soldiers in black and red armor rushed in silently. Blood and screams hit the walls of the secret room.

"Important places in Rocklund have been infiltrated and destroyed by spies. The regional director, Limas, and his subordinates were all executed!"

——Empire Newsletter

...

Under the clear sky, the sea breeze blows gently, the sails are inflated, and the ship is moving quickly.

Carefully supporting a dazed-looking girl, a trace of guilt flashed across Riel's face.

Then, looking at the vast sea and sky, the heaviness in my heart eased a little.

Finally, his gaze fell on the graceful figure on the deck, and his eyes revealed deep gratitude.

Rell's father was a Noxian infantryman and her mother was the heiress to a fallen noble family.

But Riel had never enjoyed the gorgeous clothes that ordinary aristocratic families prepared for their children, nor had she received a good education.

When she awakened her magic, everything changed. Her father and mother suddenly began to pay great attention to her.

Unfortunately, even though they hired many mages to teach and tried to transform Riel into a political or military elite, they failed every time.

So Riel's situation returned to the situation before the awakening of magic, or even worse.

Until a pale lady came to visit, Riel left the capital and came to a very special college.

I thought it was a sudden turn of events, but who knew it would lead me into deeper darkness.

If it weren't for the kind lady in front of her who exposed the scam and took everyone away, under the arrangement of the academy, Riel would have to turn these children of the same age into zombies with her own hands.

After hesitating for a moment, Riel supported the girl and walked towards the slim figure.

"Good day, little Riel, are you used to sailing on the sea?"

“Good day, Sister Evelin…I and everyone else are fine!”

Under the gaze of those pink eyes, Riel still changed the honorific title to the name the other party requested.

"Ah That's good."

“Sister Evelin, where are we going?”

"Huh? Didn't I tell you?"

"No!"

"We're heading to Zaun!"

"Zuan?"

Looking at Riel with a puzzled look on his face, Evelyn reached out and rubbed his head.

"Yes, that's where the adult who asked me to save you is!"

"That lord!"

Riel's face lit up with joy, and then he looked at Evelyn with some curiosity.

“Sister Evelin, who is that adult…exactly?

I don’t want to find out any secrets, I just don’t want to offend that adult…”

"Haha~! Don't worry, Riel. That gentleman is a gentle and tolerant person. Just maintain basic courtesy."

“Well, I remember it, thank you Sister Evelin!”

"Okay, let's go back. You and Tessaia are still young. Don't be blown by the sea breeze for so long!"

“Okay, goodbye Sister Evelin!”

Riel carefully supported Tessaaya and walked towards the cabin.

After experiencing the dark and terrifying magic ritual planned and arranged by her own biological mother, Riel grew up a lot overnight.

Although everything was caused by those people's deception, Riel believed that she also had an unshirkable responsibility for the innocent Tessaiya becoming what she is now. After all, the ritual would only be activated if she defeated the other party.

Even though it was troublesome and hard for an eight-year-old to take care of another child of the same age, Riel would not give up until she found a way to save the other child.

...

"Wow~!"

Ships sailed into the busy port of Piltover, and wooden boxes filled with goods were unloaded and transported to various parts of the city.

...

"Boom~!"

After a slight vibration, Riel felt the box containing herself and Tessaiya being placed on the ground.

“Gah!”

The wooden box with nails on it was slowly opened, and Riel subconsciously hugged Tessaia beside him.

Some dazzling light shone into the box, and the girl squinted her eyes uncomfortably.

"Okay, come out kids!"

Following Evelyn's voice, a dozen children slowly stood up from the boxes.

When the surrounding scene came into view, Riel and the others' narrowed eyes suddenly widened.

Under the bright and warm lights, there are rows of neatly arranged tables and chairs, with steaming dishes placed on them.

The rich aroma lingered in the children's noses. The children who had been fleeing all the way couldn't help swallowing their saliva involuntarily, and some even had their stomachs growling.

"Haha~! Welcome to Zaan, my name is Li En, I'm glad to see you're safe!"

"Lord Li En!"

Evelyn, who was standing at the front, saluted respectfully.

"Master Li En~!"

Riel and others also followed suit and saluted.

"Well, you've had a hard journey. Sit down and eat first, then take a good bath and have a good sleep."

The children were tempted by the aroma of the food, but they still subconsciously looked at Evelin.

"Haha~! We will listen to Master Li En. Come sit down and eat!"

“Thank you, Master Li En, and thank you, Sister Evelin!”

Riel took the lead in expressing her gratitude, and then pulled Tessaea and a group of eager friends to take their seats.

Seeing that the children looked a little reserved, Li En motioned for Evelyn to stay with them, and then left the restaurant.

...

In the office, Li En sat on a leather chair, the tip of his pen sliding quickly across the letter paper.

"Hoo~!"

A sweet scent came from behind, followed by a figure with skin as smooth as the finest silk, sliding directly into Li En's arms.

"You're here Evelin, have Riel and the others made arrangements?"

"Well, after dinner, we all took a shower and went to bed."

Facing Evelyn's pink eyes that seemed to be dripping with water, Li En's expression did not change at all.

"Don't make trouble. Let me finish writing this letter first."

"Master Li En, you don't know how many barriers and seals there are in that magic academy. They have put a lot of thought into rescuing these children. Master, can't you let me collect some small rewards on my own?"

"Well, don't bother me while I write."

"Of course, sir, you are busy~!"

Evelin’s mouth curled up slightly, and she raised her hand to gently tuck her long hair behind her ears.