Chapter 69

"That's why I said that I believe and trust the master."

Arabel could now understand some of the reasons for Idan's confidence. He was convinced that the master probably knew Limbo's secrets and the way out.

In addition, their master was convinced that they would be able to find a way out and accomplish what she had failed to do. She knew everything, but she couldn't share her knowledge.

She probably also guessed that Arabel and Idan had something or someone who was helping them. During their stay in her house, they made it clear themselves, and there were too many factors pointing to this idea.

However, unlike their master, who had no support, Arabel and Idan were in a better position. After becoming her disciples, they fell under the agreement between Limbo and Milica. This agreement limited Limbo's actions, allowing the couple to move more safely and try to find a way out.

"Do you think Limbo will break the agreement when he finds out what we're going to do, or after we capture this unique creature?" worried Arabel.

"I'm not sure. We don't know what the risk of violating the agreement is. If Limbo's losses exceed the losses from the loss of a unique creature, then I don't think he will take any action personally. But indirectly, it's quite possible," Idan suggested.

"I hope you're right, — Arabel agreed. "By the way, what about Nemo? I know he's important to the System."

"Think about it. Why would the System choose Nemo over us, its Hosts? How do we differ from him?"— Idan asked a counter question.

"Because we are strangers. And Nemo is a local!" exclaimed Arabel, realizing what Idan was getting at.

"You're right. If my guess is correct and the exit from Limbo is connected with the Throne of the World King, then most likely only the inhabitants of this world can interact with him. You and I don't belong to this world and we can't be suitable candidates," Idan replied.

Arabel was becoming more and more surprised by his arguments.

She did not find any contradictions in his words and was forced to trust his assumptions.

Idan continued:

"That's why the System chose Nemo, a local resident. If Nemo didn't exist, I'm sure the System would have chosen another local, like Eulalia or someone with better potential. Nemo is an ideal candidate for us, according to the System. He has a mysterious sealed bloodline of the higher race, a contract with spirit, and a strange and complicated connection with the representatives of the three higher races."

"Nemo is the key to getting out of Limbo," Arabel finished for Idan, finally realizing Nemo's key role in the whole scheme.

"Yeah. And, most likely, the capture of a unique creature is also connected with the Throne of the World King. Therefore, we probably cannot give up this task and must help Nemo capture this creature. Let's hope Limbo doesn't get mad."

This is how the couple talked, sitting on the back of a huge eagle through a mental link. They still had enough time to get to the Forest of Doppelgangers.

Suddenly, Idan heard Arabel comment, "You know, girls don't like guys who are too smart."

Idan did not understand if this phrase was addressed to him personally. Does she think he's too smart and is trying to emphasize it?

He was confused and didn't know how to respond. Should I say that he's not smart, or should I agree that he's smart?

"Heh," Arabel chuckled.

Arabel couldn't help but smile when Idan suddenly stopped talking and didn't say another word. Although they were flying on eagles and she couldn't see his face or his expression, her imagination ran wild with the realization that he had suddenly lapsed into silence.

She decided to make fun of him because he thought too much and could understand and assume a lot. She didn't want to offend him or anything like that. She just voiced the popular but controversial saying that girls don't like smart guys to see his reaction.

Indeed, with her comment, she put Idan in a stupor.

"Hey, what's wrong with you?" — Arabel asked after waiting a bit and not hearing a word from Idan.

"Huh? What?" — Idan woke up from his stupor. He hadn't heard Arabel's question.

"I just said that girls don't like guys who are too smart, but I didn't mean that I don't like smart guys," Arabel said, and you could hear the amusement in her voice.

"I like smart guys, but I don't like too smart and abstruse ones. So, keep that in mind and don't overdo it," Arabel added humorously.

Idan realized that she was just kidding him for thinking too much. He could only laugh.

"I'll keep that in mind!" said Idan with a smile.

"By the way, have you thought about what you're going to do when we get back to our world?" he suddenly asked Arabel.

Now Idan's question caught her off guard.

Of course, she had been thinking about it and already had some idea of her plans. However, she needed a little more time to make a final decision. The memories gained during her ascension trial had a significant impact on her choice.

"Not yet," Arabel replied with a sigh. "And you?"

"Well, unlike you, I won't have any special problems other than those related to you. I only have an older sister and a mother left, and I worry about them. It's been over a year since we've been here, and I do not know if they think I'm dead or if they're still waiting for me to return."

Idan wasn't too worried about himself. During his time here, he had already gotten used to having Arabel by his side. He knew that she had a family in their world, and it wasn't an easy family. Idan couldn't imagine what would happen when they returned there. But he was sure that he would not leave her alone to deal with these difficulties.

"Don't worry. You won't be alone. We are already connected thanks to the System, so I will always be there for you!" said Idan with confidence.

Arabel couldn't help but smile at his words. She was used to his presence too, and it was strange. In her entire life, only her brother was by her side, and he was the only one she felt comfortable with. She couldn't stand having other guys around her, and this feature became even more noticeable after accepting the second personality from the trial.

However, despite this, now, besides her brother, Idan appeared.

Idan's words only increased her confidence in her choice.

Ding! The conditions are fulfilled! A new unique ability "swap" has been unlocked