The cold words of the alchemy golem, along with its superior attitude, made Adanis feel an unprecedented insult.
Unlike Olao, who was nurtured by Augustine and thus held great respect for him, Adanis had never met Augustine. Even though she knew her birth was inextricably linked to Augustine, she viewed being born and not being raised as cold and ungrateful.
Moreover, Augustine’s contract shackled Olao and her past self, making Adanis dislike Augustine even more.
Now, Augustine was using this high-handed attitude, trying to decide her life with a single word.
Adanis’s anger almost formed an aura that spilled out of her body.
Her chest rose and fell continuously, her eyes filled with bloodshot veins, a gaze full of hatred fixed fiercely on the alchemy golem.
Seeing Adanis’s condition, Olao’s heart immediately skipped a beat. He knew Adanis too well; this was definitely a sign of uncontrollable rage. In such a state, what Adanis might do is hard to predict, but it certainly won’t be rational!
Olao quickly came to Adanis’s side, reaching out to hold her.
The warmth of Olao’s hand brought a hint of warmth to Adanis’s cold skin.
Adanis glanced at Olao beside her, seeing him pleading and comforting her with his eyes, her fist hidden in her sleeve gradually loosened.
She very much wanted to smash the alchemy golem then and there, as she believed she had the capability. But she was clearly aware that once the golem was destroyed, there would be no going back.
She might feel a moment of pleasure, but Olao’s hope after waiting for ten thousand years would also be completely dashed.
She could rely on her incomplete body to continue shuttling back and forth freely between the mirror domain and reality. But Olao would never be able to attain freedom. Moreover, Olao had said to her once:
"The time left for me is not much."
Regardless of whether these words were true or not, to Adanis, they were something that needed to be taken seriously.
Adanis cared most about Olao, just as Olao cared about her.
This was a bond forged over millennia, and it was the reason Adanis could leave but yet chose to remain in this small poetry room.
With this thought, Adanis closed her eyes and constantly worked to calm the turmoil of emotions. She disliked the alchemy golem intensely, but she also knew she absolutely couldn’t touch it, absolutely not!
On the other side, the alchemy golem’s sapphire gemstone eyes witnessed the silent interaction between Adanis and Olao.
This subtle atmosphere seemed to remind the alchemy golem of something, and it suddenly began to recite softly, "Many loved your transient beauty... but only one loved your sincere soul..."
The alchemy golem turned to look at Angel: "This poem, it truly is an exquisite piece that can bring peace to the soul."
Angel: "..."
Angel only wanted to say, was this poem really suitable for this moment?
The poem "When You Are Old," as understood by Angel, is an unyielding declaration of inner love for whom one loves, enduring despite fleeting time.
Yet, Angel doubts whether the relationship between Adanis and Olao is truly love.
Moreover, after stumbling together for ten thousand years, what room is there for the romantic and poignant sentiments of "When You Are Old"?
However, despite what Angel thought, his face still showed a smiling endorsement.
If you are Augustine, the poems you recite are up to you.
The alchemy golem indulged in the poetic atmosphere, sighing softly after a long while: "I wonder when I can write such a poem."
Angel silently grumbled in his heart: If your skill is still the same as back then, you’ll never be able to write it.
Of course, Angel didn’t believe he could write one either. He could create ornate phrases and baseless fantasies; but to convey sincere emotions with plain words, especially to write of steadfast love, is very difficult.
Without experience, writing anything is just forced melancholy.
"Writing poetry is both a matter of perseverance and a momentary inspiration, a clash between eternity and a fleeting moment. A poet capable of crafting masterpieces may not have every poem worth praising; the ordinary pieces are an ocean abyss, while only a few sparkled with brilliance. I believe if the sir persists, there will be moments of brilliance." Angel mocked internally, but flattered outwardly.
The alchemy golem listened to Angel attentively, rubbing its chin: "You are very right... The flash of lightning from the collision of eternity and a moment, see the poet’s quality, I am indeed a bit lacking."
Angel: "..." Is this guy really Augustine? Why does Angel feel like he’s joining a compliment group?
Angel thought it over, seeing the alchemy golem in a good mood, he swiftly changed the topic and asked his question: "Sir, how did you come here?"
Angel’s question was exactly what many onlookers were curious about, even Adanis and Olao perked their ears, waiting for the alchemy golem’s answer.
Alchemy Golem: "I followed you here."
Angel: "Followed me? Sir attached yourself to me?"
The alchemy golem laughed: "Are you worried I am attached to you? Rest assured, I’ve never done such things to men."
Does that mean you’ve done such a thing to women? Everyone silently interpreted in their hearts.
"Of course, I haven’t done that to other women either, only to my dear Margaret, but ultimately Margaret discovered it..."
The alchemy golem sighed at this point, seeming deeply regretful.
The audience refrained from commenting on Augustine’s shameful behavior, feigning ignorance instead.
Alchemy Golem: "Didn’t I give you a reward?"
Angel: "... Chanter title?"
The alchemy golem nodded and recited the title with great passion that Angel deliberately left incomplete: "Chanter Bathed in Moonlight!"
"This title is not only my affirmation but also the anchor point I left for you. It allows you to enter any of the Noah Clan territories without restrictions."
All territories? Without restrictions? Angel glanced at Black Earl beside him, thinking: wouldn’t this be bad?
Perhaps seeing Angel’s expression, the alchemy golem added another sentence: "What I meant was, all territories where my power remains. The Noah Clan in this Wizard Realm does not have any residues of my power."