So Yunwei told Catherine what he knew about Dilis, the Immortal Coffin, and the Holy Church of Radiance.
He tried his best to maintain an objective description of the established facts without adding any additional personal opinions.
Catherine played the role of a good listener and did not interrupt him.
This gave him the courage to sort out his thoughts until he finished telling the story.
"That's how it is. Isaac, who never received reinforcements, defeated the Lord of Chaos, but was sealed in a sacred artifact by Dilis, where he remained for eight hundred years." He concluded.
Because he deliberately avoided adding any emotional coloring, when he recounted this well-known "truth" again, he suddenly realized something was amiss.
It is a fact that Dilis sealed Isaac away.
They deduced from the facts that Dillis betrayed Isaac.
Under what circumstances would Dilis, who had already become a god, prefer to go to great lengths to seal away his enemy rather than eliminate him completely?
Yun Wei thought that either the other party was arrogant enough to leave this world without taking the cage with them.
Either the other person has a perverted desire to torture.
However, the latter usually finds pleasure in appreciating the other person's reaction.
If neither of these applies, then there must be another hidden story behind it.
He had always stood by Isaac's side and had never doubted the "truth" that Isaac had told him.
Just as he was about to think it over, he heard Catherine say, "It sounds like my empire has become a complete mess."
Yun Wei was inevitably somewhat shocked. "Compared to your empire, Your Majesty, aren't you worried about Isaac?"
"Heh, what's the use of me worrying about him?" Catherine gave him a disgruntled look. "Wasn't his greatest misfortune meeting you?"
She gave a half-smile, and Yun Wei couldn't discern her true thoughts.
He retorted in a low voice, "Maybe I'm his luckiest person."
If it weren't for his accidental actions, who knows how many more years the other party would have been sealed away.
Perhaps it was stolen by the Abyss Apostle before I even woke up.
“You’re too narcissistic.” Catherine curled her lips, then suddenly sighed, “Actually, it’s for the best. At least I can see him one more time. I know that boy, Dilis, he’s not a bad person.”
Yun Wei did not reply.
"I'm not bad either," he thought to himself, lowering his eyes.
However, Catherine immediately added, "But I think you're very good at storytelling."
Seeing Yun Wei suddenly look up, she slowly added, "Don't misunderstand, I'm not praising you, just giving an objective evaluation. I can't forgive what you've done until you let my grandson go."
It's no wonder she thought that way. In her time, only slaves who were wantonly abused by nobles would sign such a undignified master-servant contract.
The thought of her proud offspring, whom she had personally raised, being chained up like dogs by the other party with a crudely made contract filled Catherine with uncontrollable rage.
But she could only remain restrained because of this unavoidable reality. "I think I have made my position very clear. Feelings built on a contract are unequal. You are going too far. This old woman will absolutely not accept it."
Unfortunately, Yun Wei couldn't explain it in too much detail.
Because this would inevitably involve Al, as well as his own fragile inner thoughts back then.
He was well aware of how unlikable he was back then.
Moreover, he couldn't possibly bring up the complicated affair with his partner's elders, even if he himself was clearly upright and honest.
He had already left an extremely bad impression on Catherine; if he were to deliberately expose himself now—
Well, let's let the other person get a good night's sleep before we rescue them from the "Prison of Time".
Thinking of this, Yun Wei could only smile awkwardly, "I understand, Your Majesty."
His persuasive skills were largely based on his intuition and instincts, which is why he failed to notice Catherine's softening and concessions.
What do you understand? You're completely confused!
Catherine couldn't help but glare at Yun Wei. Seeing him grinning foolishly, she could only helplessly continue, "Speaking of which, since you have nothing to do anyway, I have something I want to ask you to do."
Yun Wei didn't rush to agree; instead, he asked, "What is it?"
“For many years, I have wanted to hire someone to write an epic about the early days of the Second Dynasty, but I have never been satisfied with any of them.” Catherine tapped the table and looked directly at Yun Wei. “Perhaps you are a good candidate.”
Actually, she had other plans in mind when she said those words.
Since this person is the only variable in all these years, she will naturally put in some effort to win him over. But she won't place her hopes on him; instead, she will create conditions for her own salvation.
But Yunwei had no idea what she was thinking, and instinctively wanted to refuse.
He has no talent whatsoever in writing an epic!
But as soon as he was about to decline, he hesitated when he saw the other person's eyes, which were exactly the same color as Isaac's.
His image in His Majesty's mind is already terrible; perhaps this is just a chance for him to prove himself.
“In that case, please leave it to me. I will do my best to try,” Yun Wei finally replied.
Catherine gave him a meaningful look. "I thought you people of the Green Glass were usually very humble."
Yun Wei nodded. "That's true. But I thought you wouldn't like my refusal."
“You’re being very offensive,” Catherine sneered.
Seeing that Yun Wei was indeed confused, she commented expressionlessly, "Every person in a position of power will try their best to hide their likes and dislikes, and never tell me what you think of me."
"Of course, you can think that this is a freedom given to you by God. But you can only keep it in your heart, otherwise it would be a great disrespect, and I will definitely punish you."
Yun Wei remained silent.
He was naturally aware of these things. From the book "The Art of Governance" in Isaac's hands to "Han Feizi" purchased in the City of Green Glass, both expounded on the way of governing subordinates.
However, he would always find himself crossing the line, because the other person was Isaac's family.
Do we have to be so particular about how we get along with family members?
He didn't quite understand normal family relationships, which made him even more confused.
However, at this moment, a question suddenly came to his mind.
Would Isaac consider his behavior excessive?
Would the other party expect him to serve them like a subject?
The answer is self-evident.
Yun Wei trusted Isaac; the other man was worthy of his trust.
The thought of his knight brought a smile to Yun Wei's face, but he had been keeping his lips tightly pressed together, looking aggrieved as if he were listening to a lecture.
His expression was enigmatic, even more so than that of a high and mighty monarch.
This left Catherine completely bewildered.
A storm immediately raged in her heart.
After all, as an excellent monarch, she always considered the worst-case scenario.
Once you think about it, things get really interesting.
Unknown variables mean endless possibilities.
In just a few breaths, Catherine began to suspect that Yun Wei was the Lord of Chaos.
In her imagination, the other party not only defeated Isaac, but also forcibly made a contract with her grandson and even brought him in front of her to show off!
Thinking of this, Catherine's expression suddenly changed.
She straightened her back, tightened her chin, and said, "That's enough for today, I'm tired. I'll provide you with material next time you come."
Yun Wei had no idea how he had angered His Majesty again.
But then he thought about it again and realized that it seemed the other party had taken the initiative to invite him to be a guest.
Although it was official business, he could finally escape the awkward status of being an uninvited guest.
So he stood up in a good mood, bowed and said, "Your Majesty, please rest well. I will take my leave now."
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