Fuck!

"I just wanted to go out; my whole action was open and aboveboard. I didn't steal a damn thing! Why am I being called a thief?"

Lu Luo was somewhat unconvinced, but then the Observer immediately offered a hint.

[If we must say, on the first floor you stole food from three butchers, and the ingredients Ling Jia prepared were not with the Nightmare Demon's consent. The Thunder Fruit is still in your ring. I don't know whether you plan to study it or feed it to someone else. On the second floor, you stole the Witch's Netherflame Key and her Terror Puppet. You didn't steal anything on the third and fourth floors, yet deep down, you felt quite a pity...]

Stop, stop, stop! Don't say any more!

After being talked at by the Observer like this, Lu Luo's face turned somewhat unsightly.

Did he really steal all those things? He didn't feel it!

And just at this time, everyone else was also looking at Lu Luo. The sight of him taking a piece of paper out of his mouth also took everyone by surprise.

"There's a note inside the bread?"

Some people were still hesitant, but some started to follow Lu Luo's lead and ate the bread.

"There really is a note!"

The people who got the notes had slight changes in their expressions, then they looked around at the others with various expressions.

[Their facial expressions, heartbeats, and breathing show significant differences. Some are shocked, some are smug, some are scared! So, the notes must be different for everyone.]

It wasn't only Lu Luo who noticed this; everyone else had their own thoughts.

Observer, seeing that everyone had taken out their notes, said with a smiling face, "Then the second round of speaking can start now."

Lu Luo was still the first one to stand up. Although he was a thief, there was no need to change the plan from earlier. Everyone here wasn't stupid; as long as he continued to act dominant, he would likely be voted out. So, Lu Luo still affected a very indifferent demeanor this time.

"The information has been given, you've all seen the notes, and a thief would have a token on him. I lost on the first floor, then came up to the second floor quite late, and I don't have any token. My strength is already at this level. There's absolutely no need to lie to you all, a bunch of weaklings. So, the thief is definitely not me. There's nothing more to say, just do as you wish."

After Lu Luo finished speaking this time, the others started acting a bit strange. A domineering person who wanted to kill everyone. Wasn't he a threat in and of himself? So, could they stand together and vote this person out?

Number 2 stood up. Lu Luo noticed that this person had Holy Radiance and should also be a member of the Dawn Church. The Nightmare Demon had brought so many members of the Dawn Church. It couldn't have been just for their talents. It must have other, deeper meanings, but Lu Luo couldn't guess them now.

What pleased Lu Luo was that as soon as Number 2 stood up, he started targeting him directly.

"Number 1 is right, but you were the last one out of the witch's room, so your words aren't trustworthy. Being strong doesn't mean you're innocent. Maybe you got the token by staying behind! Plus, you're too much of a threat, always talking about killing us. So, I think it's better if we all vote this person out together."

Number 2's words made many people pause. This thought had crossed many minds, but Number 2's boldness to say it out loud was admirable. And it was a highly feasible plan. Even if the vote failed, it would result in a random person being punished. But the one punished might not be oneself! With 13 people present, minus Lu Luo, there were still 12 left. A one-in-twelve chance—who could say for sure?

After a round of speaking, Lu Luo already felt that these people's hostility was directed towards him.

[They really have become hostile towards you. Human hearts are truly interesting.]

Lu Luo pursed his lips, hiding his smile.

This is called the threshold effect!

Observer, at the side, glanced at Lu Luo thoughtfully.

"The second round of speaking has ended, so let's start the new round of voting!"

Lu Luo knew he was bound to be voted out this round, so he waited for the results of the vote with a smile.

Number 1.

Number 1.

Number 1.

All the votes were unanimous; even Qi Gefei was no exception. Lu Luo was too dangerous. This was the best opportunity to deal with him. If they could kill him, no one would refuse.

Lu Luo pulled up his chair, showing everyone a smile.

"Thank you all. We will see each other again!"

After speaking, Lu Luo was grabbed and pulled into a Void Gate.

Thanks? What does that mean?

But his words were still engraved in everyone's minds. Would this guy really come back? Was he that confident?

After everyone had cast their votes, they quietly waited for the random punishment. But after a long time, the anticipated random punishment did not occur. This was rather odd.

It wasn't until Observer walked forward with a smile on his face.

"The candidates' insight and analytical skills are truly formidable, catching the thief in just the second round—impressive."

Observer's words made everyone freeze. Caught the thief?

Lu Luo? Was he truly the thief? He was so strong, yet he'd been acting all this time? That guy was too despicable! Good thing they voted him out.

"Since the thief has been caught, can the game end now?"

Observer shook his head.

"You caught the thief, that's correct, but I never said there was only one thief, did I? So, the game... must go on!"

「 」

Voting in the main hall continued, round after round. Observer provided them with new clues and hints, but they still couldn't find the second thief.

10 people, 8 people, 6 people.

The time was approaching 12 o'clock. The remaining six people had to go through another round of voting! There was only suspicion left in everyone's eyes, and madness had crept into their breaths! After Lu Luo left, the information Observer provided was completely useless for discerning who the thief was. Their speeches became more and more hostile and chaotic. Perhaps if Lu Luo had been here, they might have had a chance to find the thief. But now, it was simply impossible!

After the final round of speeches, Observer stood up.

"Alright, ladies and gentlemen, the final round of voting begins now!"

Qi Gefei was the first to cast his vote for Chen Mo.

"Although I don't know if Chen Mo is the thief, I'm ready to vote for him now. The reason is the same as for voting for Lu Luo before—Chen Mo is too strong. We're all Third Tier; only he is Fourth Tier. His strength will only disrupt the rules here! So I think we need to vote Chen Mo out."

After Qi Gefei spoke, the others nodded in agreement. However, when they actually raised their placards, everyone, incredibly, had chosen Qi Gefei!

"You guys?" Qi Gefei stood up, confused about when they had banded together.

Chen Mo's expression was grim, but he still gave the answer.

"I'm very weak now because I used the Holy Resurrection Light in the battle against Lu Luo. After returning, I even used Holy Radiance to reconstruct my arm and leg. In this condition, it would take days to recover. Compared to me, Qi Gefei, you are the truly dangerous one. They just made the right choice, that's all."

Qi Gefei raised his eyebrows.

"Heh, interesting! Chen Mo, I didn't expect the winner this time to be not Lu Luo, not Duorang, but you!"

Chen Mo remained very calm. He had always been very quiet; only in Lu Luo's presence would he lose his composure.

Win? Who dares claim victory before the very end?

Watching Qi Gefei being dragged away by the void power, Chen Mo smiled. The outcome was rather unexpected; just like with Lu Luo before, they received no punishment this time.

Who would have thought, the second thief was Qi Gefei! Everyone played their part very convincingly!

Lu Luo left, and Qi Gefei left as well, although it was unknown if they would die. But just as Qi Gefei had said, the winner of this game, ultimately, was him! This was his second victory!

At exactly 12 o'clock, Observer slowly walked up to the remaining five people.

"You've caught all the thieves, and each of you will receive a token.

"And here are five boxes, also meticulously prepared for you by the Master.

"Every one of you will get one.

"Inside might be the Master's power, or perhaps a groom's token.

"As for what the specific result will be, that depends on your luck.

"Areas above the fifth floor have now been opened up.

"So now, you can go and search for your brides again.

"Oh, I forgot to tell you.

"Regardless, before the Twilight Ceremony, you must all return to this place.

"Do not miss it!"

Without a word, Chen Mo snatched a box and left. He didn't rush to open it there. Instead, he immediately chose to leave this place, this dangerous area. He was Fourth Tier; the other four were Third Tier. And he was very weak, so it was highly probable that these people, once they came to their senses, would team up against him. Leaving immediately was the best choice.

Chen Mo headed upstairs again, though he was limping and feeling very weak. But no one dared to stop Chen Mo at this time. A starved camel is still bigger than a horse—everyone understood this principle! So, no one wanted to be the one to stick their neck out.

Once he returned to the fourth floor, Chen Mo saw the stairs that led to the fifth floor!

Finally, I can go to the fifth floor!

When he stepped onto the first stair to the fifth floor, the staircase behind Chen Mo began to disappear. Chen Mo turned to glance at the disappearing stairs behind him, his eyes calm as he continued serenely upward.

After reaching the fifth floor, Chen Mo stopped and opened the box. Inside the box was a formal suit! Including the two tokens he already possessed, he now had a complete groom's outfit.

Chen Mo collected his things and walked into the depths of the fifth floor. This place was a garden. Unlike the rest of the Red and White Castle, which was predominantly red and white, this garden was filled entirely with white and yellow flowers. Noble, elegant, and brimming with a healing aura.

And in the center of the garden, a woman wearing a white mask was standing there. Sensing Chen Mo's arrival, the woman slowly turned her head. Even though she wore a mask, Chen Mo could sense her refinement and gentleness.

The woman spoke gently to Chen Mo, "My name is Tong Yan. May I ask, are you my groom?"

Chen Mo's lips moved as though he wanted to say yes, but after hesitating, he chose not to speak. Because when he looked at the bride before him, what emerged in his mind was Han Shiyu. He had practiced cultivation with her in the past.

Tong Yan slowly walked up to Chen Mo and supported his exhausted body with her hands.

"It seems my groom is very tired! Do you need to rest?"

"I... do not need to!"

Chen Mo pushed away Tong Yan's fingers and was about to turn and leave. However, Tong Yan merely smiled faintly. She lifted her mask to reveal an exquisitely beautiful and pure face, then pulled Chen Mo back, staring intently into his eyes.

"My groom has another woman in his heart! But I can see despair in my groom's eyes. Is it because... my groom no longer has a chance?"

Chen Mo stared at Tong Yan, somewhat stunned by her beauty, but his resolve remained firm. Han Shiyu was the lover of his dreams. No matter how beautiful Tong Yan was, she was not Han Shiyu.

"I am a Believer of Light. In the heart of every Believer of Light, there is a steadfast faith. That will never change.

"In this world, there are too many things one can pursue. Pursuing too much often leads one to forget what they initially desired!

"So, I always remind myself: what I want is only her!"

Listening to Chen Mo's righteous and stern words, a look of adoration appeared in Tong Yan's eyes.

"People with faith are truly admirable!"

A stunningly beautiful woman was gazing at him with adoration, looking as if she were ready to devote herself to him. In such a situation, how many men could resist? It had to be said that such a gaze held immense destructive power over men. Although Chen Mo was a Believer of Light, a man of faith and ideals, it was undeniable that he was also a man. The allure of beauty was merely the most superficial trap; tenderness and adoration were what truly brought men to their knees.

Tong Yan's delicate beauty, along with that adoring gaze, caused Chen Mo's thoughts to short-circuit.

What exactly was the role of the bride? Why had the Nightmare Demon chosen them? Did it have some deeper purpose?

These thoughts flashed through Chen Mo's mind one by one, only to be completely forgotten!

Looking at Tong Yan, Chen Mo said, somewhat dazed, "I, Chen Mo, love only Han Shiyu in this life!"

Tong Yan hugged Chen Mo tightly once again, but this time, Chen Mo did not reject her.

"My groom, is your name Chen Mo?"

"Yes."

"You love a woman named Han Shiyu, but she doesn't love you, right?"

"Yes."

Tong Yan nodded, looking enchantingly lovely.

"Chen Mo, it seems we are the same kind of people!"

This statement from Tong Yan surprised Chen Mo. Were they really the same type of person? Kindred spirits in suffering, then!

Chen Mo looked at Tong Yan with some curiosity.

"Who is the person you love?"

"The person I love is, of course, my groom, which is you!"

Chen Mo was utterly astonished and disbelieving; how could someone fall in love at first sight?

However, Tong Yan said, "Of course there are people who fall in love at first sight. Didn't you also fall in love with Han Shiyu the first time you saw her?"

Chen Mo was even more astonished. How did she know he had fallen in love with Han Shiyu at first sight?

"You..."

Tong Yan covered Chen Mo's lips with her hand.

"Oh, my groom, do you know what separates you from your beloved?

"It's power! You lack sufficient power, so you cannot obtain the lover you desire!

"Only with enough power can you grasp everything you desire.

"Do you understand now?

"Think about your pursuit, think about why you came here—what was it all for?"

The Nightmare Power began to gradually influence Chen Mo's mind. His thoughts were a chaotic mess, yet some ideas started to become increasingly clear.

I strove to become a Believer of Light, all so that one day I could stand by your side. I have given everything, lost everything, yet the gap between Lu Luo and me only widens! Tong Yan is right! I... need power.

Chen Mo's pupils gradually began to distort and change color. He slowly tightened his embrace around Tong Yan before him. However, after they embraced, Tong Yan unexpectedly extended a white tail, coiling it around both of them.

"Yes, my groom, the power you need is My Lord's power!"

「 」

Qi Gefei lay in a pitch-black room. Even if there was some light in the room, it still felt like he couldn't see his hand in front of his face. Qi Gefei was somewhat panicked. It was too dark; this darkness made him uneasy. He was a member of the Church; compared to darkness, he much preferred light. Moreover, he didn't know what he was going to face next. But he always had a feeling that some unknown danger was approaching him.

"So you've also obtained three tokens! My groom is such an adorable little thief!"

A somewhat shrill voice sounded beside Qi Gefei. Qi Gefei felt his body was immobilized, and he couldn't see anything in front of him.

"Who are you?"

"My name is Tong Yuan!"

In the darkness, Tong Yuan revealed her eyes—they were the eyes of a cat. They shone with a green light in the dark environment. Her long whiskers brushed against Qi Gefei's face, rubbing back and forth!

This action terrified Qi Gefei! What was that just now? Whiskers?

"What are you going to do?"

"Of course, it's what a bride and groom are supposed to do, my husband!"

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