And to improve ’Mirror’s’ influence, Rhein also put in a lot of effort. Regarding the ’Undead and Soul Transmutation Subject’ Angel planned to compile, Rhein strongly suggested he publish it in ’Mirror’.
At that time, Angel, who knew a bit about politics through magazines, naturally agreed without any objections...
However, if it were now, Angel would still agree.
There are authoritative magazines in the Southern Domain, but Angel doesn’t think he can appear in such authoritative publications. Instead of adding luster to other magazines, why not provide crucial support to "Mirror"?
Returning to the main topic, after a moment of pondering, Dox said: "The Lord’s intention isn’t to condemn the Sky Mechanical City, but rather to suggest that the narrative we know might not be the truth?"
"Including what Angel just spoke about regarding the Panic Realm; it might not be true. Could it possibly be the Frost Moon Alliance’s fabrication?"
The Black Earl: "Not entirely. Most of it should be true, with a small part being false. But which part specifically is false, that, we do not know."
Dox hesitated for a moment, nodded, and refrained from asking further. Because he realized that if the Black Earl knew which part was false, he would have surely stated it directly. Since he didn’t say anything, it indicated that the Black Earl was also unaware of this.
Dox’s gaze returned to the mural that Kaier had displayed.
Looking at the harmonious scene in the mural, Dox turned to Angel: "You and Earl Mi seem harmonious, just like the mural."
Angel: "Not quite."
Earl Mi was influenced by the Seed of Distortion, hence he obeyed him.
Thinking of this, Angel suddenly had a flash of inspiration in his mind. Previously, Laplace said that Earl Mi might only see a hint of rebirth in the chaotic ashes.
The term "chaotic ashes" reminded him of... the Origin of Chaos and the Power Furnace.
Could it be related to these? Does this mean he has to visit the boiling gentleman again for answers?
While Angel was contemplating, Dox continued: "How about you let Earl Mi come out and take a look; perhaps he recognizes this lion with the spikes on its head."
Upon hearing Dox’s words, Vay couldn’t help but roll his eyes.
Dox’s remarks were like having a foreign friend and, while in your own country, you happen to see someone from that foreign country, you immediately go ask if they know your foreign friend.
The likelihood of this is akin to finding a needle in a haystack.
So, it’s understandable why Vay rolled his eyes, and Angel found himself a bit speechless. He didn’t think Earl Mi would recognize the awakened Demon People in the mural.
But seeing Dox’s eager manner, Angel was reminded of his inspiration.
If it’s inspiration at work, it may not be entirely impossible... the probability is small, even if it’s 0.001%, there is still a chance.
Thinking of this, Angel still called Earl Mi out from the shadows.
Then he pointed at the painting in the frame for Earl Mi to recognize.
As expected, Earl Mi looked puzzled, he clearly didn’t recognize the awakened Demon People in the painting.
Angel signaled Earl Mi to return to the shadows, then said to Dox: "See, it’s impossible they would know each other."
Dox sighed dejectedly, muttering: "I thought awakened Demon People should have some sort of connection..."
"Who do you think you are, always ’you thought’.", Vay retorted bluntly.
Let’s set aside the dispute between Vay and Dox for now, Angel appeared indifferent externally but was internally puzzled.
It’s confirmed that Earl Mi doesn’t know the awakened Demon People in the mural.
However, Earl Mi actually showed a look of "puzzlement".
How can Earl Mi be puzzled?
Puzzlement is a characteristic expression.
Earl Mi is merely a controlled "puppet", how can such emotional characteristics appear on a puppet?
And it’s not the first time.
Angel remembered that after leaving the Tidal World, Earl Mi began showing signs of change. It wasn’t obvious back then, but later in Princess Town and now in the underground aqueduct, Earl Mi started showing "emotional" traits.
This is definitely abnormal!
Could this be the demon people attempting to awaken again mentioned in Laplace’s words?
The answer to this might only come from Laplace.
Suppressing the growing perplexity within himself, Angel nonchalantly turned to Vay: "What about you? Do you have any information regarding the Panic Realm?"
Angel originally hadn’t planned to ask Vay, but since Kaier brought such impactful information, perhaps Vay has his own sources?
However, Angel was overthinking.
Kaier spent years visiting ruins, painstakingly decrypting the information. Vay, a perennial homebody, knows only what is written in magazines.
And the Black Earl had recently warned them that magazines might manipulate public opinion, advising against gullibility.
So, Vay was immediately dismissed.
Now, after synthesizing the information from Kaier, Dox, and the Black Earl, Angel once again looked towards Laplace behind the prism.
"You must have heard our conversation. What are your thoughts?"
Angel’s words halted everyone’s discussions, leaving all eyes on Laplace, waiting for her response.
She specifically requested Angel to ask everyone about their information regarding the Panic Realm. What was her intention? Now, should an explanation be provided?
Laplace replied lightly: "You humans understand your own shortcomings quite thoroughly."
"I’ve seen the memories of many life forms from the Panic Realm in the Sea of Void Mirror. Since you wish to understand the awakened Demon People in your shadow, I can indeed share some of these memories with you."