Dozens of demi-humans with all sorts of ears were scattered around.
They formed several small teams and patrolled intensively in the forest, which was covered with thick snow.
They even erected a long cordon, completely sealing off this dark, dense forest.
Lia's disappearance has become a top secret here, and all the demi-humans are focused on their search mission.
They frowned and searched the surrounding forest, trying to find Lia.
Meanwhile, Leon lowered her head in deep thought, her gaze fixed on the crimson treasure chest.
She paced around the box, her brows furrowed.
At this moment, this young lady, like a parent waiting for their newborn outside a hospital delivery room, couldn't calm down for a moment.
Cocote sat on a cloud, resting her cheeks on her hands.
His eyes were fixed on the crimson treasure chest, glancing occasionally at Leon's anxious figure.
She began to feel bored, and her gaze gradually shifted from the treasure chest to Leon.
The snow-covered edge of the surrounding forest was silent, save for the sound of Leon's footsteps crunching on the snow.
The hypnotic melody made Kokot yawn.
Although she had shaken off her drowsiness, the sight of the demi-human guards and anxious elves still made her feel sleepy.
She sat lazily on the cloud and said to Leon in a flat, listless voice:
"I said... please stop spinning, I'm feeling a little dizzy."
Hearing this, Leon stopped, frowned, sighed, and replied to Kokot with some annoyance:
"But! Miss Liya still hasn't come out, I can't rest easy!"
Feeling helpless, Kokot could only look up at the sky, lean back, and lie on the clouds.
Well, this stubborn elf only has eyes for Lia, which doesn't make sense.
Although she also tried to reassure everyone with the reason that "these treasure chests belong to Lia's family, so nothing will happen."
However, Leah's temporary disappearance still revealed her influence and esteemed status within the Clevner family.
Lia is like the leader of this family and its guards.
Once this leader is lost, the entire family will be leaderless and fall into chaos.
They weren't this anxious even when Viktor died.
Thinking of this, Kokot couldn't help but feel a chill for Viktor.
Just as Cocotte was sighing for Victor, the crimson treasure chest suddenly made a crisp sound.
Click—
The treasure chest opened quietly through a crack, and then, an invisible hand deftly opened the lid completely.
Leon immediately became alert and gave the order:
"Everyone, stay put and be on alert!"
Upon hearing the command, all the demi-human guards stood at attention, their ears perked up, and they warily surveyed their surroundings.
Then, a wisp of deep and mysterious black smoke slowly rose from the bottom of the treasure chest.
Against the backdrop of white, snow-covered earth, the black fog stood out starkly.
After swirling in the air a few times, the black mist gradually coalesced into the outline of a human woman.
Leon narrowed her eyes and instantly recognized the figure.
His eyes widened involuntarily, gleaming with excitement:
"Miss Liya!"
Hearing this sound, even the demi-humans who were on guard at the edge of the forest were drawn to it.
Their gazes all turned toward the source of the sound.
Upon seeing the figure formed from black mist, they all relaxed their guard.
The ears, which had been standing up, twitched slightly with excitement, and the tails began to wag slowly.
Lia was already standing on the snow, closing her eyes and taking a deep breath.
The cold air filled her lungs, and the coolness took away the burning sensation she felt at the gates of hell.
She slowly opened her eyes, looking at the familiar figures around her, especially Leon, whose face was full of surprise and worry.
Sure enough, the other person immediately asked her with concern:
"Miss Liya, how are you feeling?"
Lia gave her a gentle smile.
"fine."
But seeing Lia's smile, everyone else in the scene looked confused.
They exchanged puzzled glances and shook their heads in confusion.
Leon blinked, looking equally bewildered.
What did they see?
After all that happened, Miss Lia seems... rather relaxed?
Although Miss Lia's condition has improved considerably in the past few days.
No longer looking worried like he did in the early days after Victor's disappearance.
But everyone could sense it.
Although Lia appeared calm on the surface, she was not in high spirits.
The disappearance of the head of the family was undoubtedly a heavy blow to Miss Lia.
But now, they can clearly see that Miss Lia's condition has improved significantly.
There was even a hint of joy in it.
What happened?
Could it be that Miss Lia encountered something in the Gates of Hell?
While everyone was still in shock and confusion, Kokot sat back on the cloud and floated lightly toward Leah.
"Is the other end of this treasure chest connected to the legendary Gates of Hell?"
Lia nodded calmly.
Now, Kokot seemed to understand why Leah was happy, but she didn't ask any further questions.
This matter may involve some secret.
Ultimately, it depends on whether Lia is willing to talk more about it.
At the same time, Lia stretched, rubbed her shoulders, and gave orders to the demi-humans around her:
"Take this treasure chest back, then we can go back."
"Also, when you return, issue a notice to the outside world."
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