It wasn’t a metaphor, either.2

Melkith El-Hayah literally sprang from the ground.2

Eugene couldn’t tell whether Melkith's dramatic entrance was intentional or if she had another reason behind it. Whatever the reason, Melkith had literally emerged from deep within the earth to reveal herself.0

Even with this dramatic show, not a speck of dirt clung to Melkith's attire. After all, she was a contractor of Yhanos, the Earth Spirit King. She could dive and swim through even the most solid ground as if it were just water.0

'How?' Eugene thought, amazed.0

He was astounded by Melkith's sudden appearance. There was no way of telling how long she had been underground, but what bothered Eugene was that he had not noticed her presence.2

'Did she go to such lengths to deceive my senses?' he wondered in astonishment.0

Regardless of whether it was possible to evade Eugene’s perception, why would she bother doing so in the first place? Eugene couldn't fathom why she had gone to such lengths. Melkith was considered among the most powerful wizards of the current era, an Archwizard of immense skill, and the strongest spirit summoner. Yet, regrettably, she possessed a vulgar mind.0

But… even with that in mind, why had she gone to such lengths just to crash a press conference?2

Meanwhile, Melkith had just one thought running through her mind as she looked up at the stage with zealously burning eyes. 'Sis. I did it for you, sis.'3

At that moment, Sienna and Melkith exchanged a secretive glance. Sienna made sure to maintain her composure, but inwardly, she was feeling extremely satisfied and… excited.1

Why hide it? Because it was the Wise Sienna who had made plans to deceive Eugene's senses and ensured Melkith's successful disruptive...2