While he hesitated, Isabella continued in a softer voice.
"Don't worry," she said. "I'm not trying to seduce you."
"When we first met, I was a mess—a shadow of myself. I just want you to see me now, as I truly am."
Her tone wavered slightly, betraying a flicker of genuine emotion.
"I want you to see what I look like when I'm finally unsealed."
Daniel fell silent.
He closed his eyes for a moment and activated Mental Deduction, letting countless possibilities spin through his mind at lightning speed.
When the calculations ended, he slowly opened his eyes.
"...Fine," he said quietly. "I'll allow it."
At that moment, Kartora—who had been standing close by—suddenly tightened her grip on Daniel's arm.
Her expression was tense, her voice urgent.
"Lord Crossbridge, please don't agree to her terms!" she pleaded.
"Even if Kalbira ascends to Demigod Rank, then so be it—I'll ascend too if I must!"
