Patience and Desire

Renoli, Kyle, and the Precognitor watched as Lacey kept muttering to herself.

"Will this really work?"

"I have no idea."

"It can’t, right…?"

As they discussed it, the three of them observed Sonia, hoping to glean even the slightest useful information from her.

However, Sonia’s expression did not change. She maintained her smile, leaving them unable to find anything useful.

So the three could only continue studying the precepts and doctrines on the Stone Tablet, trying to figure things out for themselves.

Several hours passed without them realizing it.

Sonia received word that the chefs had arrived on the island.

"I still have matters to attend to. Those who are willing to believe may stay. Those who do not may leave the island on their own."

With that, Sonia spoke to them and took her leave.

When Lacey saw Sonia leap directly down from the temple, land on a tree below, effortlessly disperse the impact, and swiftly depart, her gaze grew even firmer.

The other three could clearly see Sonia’s movements. Based on the strength Sonia had displayed, she was not especially powerful.

Yet they did not dare underestimate Sonia, because the person behind her was God of the Void Kassadin.

"What do we do now?"

"It’s been hours, and we still can’t think of any good solution."

Kyle said helplessly.

"What kind of action could show our devotion? I have no idea."

"If we keep dragging this out, we might not be among the first to join after today."

Renoli could not help but feel anxious.

"Don’t rush. It isn’t necessarily a bad thing if others arrive."

"Tests usually examine one’s character. Let’s stay here for a day or two and see."

"Since we’ve come, we should have more patience."

Seeing that the two had begun to grow impatient, the Precognitor spoke calmly.

The two exchanged a glance and nodded.

Lacey had no idea what to do either. She could only keep murmuring that she longed to receive the Void blessing.

Sonia first went to the harbor, arranged for the chefs to settle in, and explained Mr. Kassadin’s five daily meal times to them.

After that, she returned to the villa.

"Mr. Kassadin, the chefs have arrived. You will be able to dine in another hour."

Sonia looked at Mr. Kassadin, who was sitting on the balcony gazing into the distance. Stopping several meters behind him, she spoke.

"Mm. Also, you did very well."

Harvey nodded slightly at her words.

"Thank you for the praise, Mr. Kassadin, but how should those people be handled now?"

"Should we just leave them alone?"

After responding to the praise, Sonia could not resist voicing her concern and asked softly.

"After others arrive in the future, simply tell them what you told those people."

"Whether they are devout enough, I will know myself."

Harvey replied.

As for his standard of judgment, it was naturally whether the system sent him a notification.

Based on his experience, to pass the system’s criteria, a person needed to be curious about the Void, sincerely respect it, and hold aspirations toward it.

Lacey had actually passed the system’s judgment more than an hour ago. She was merely waiting for his approval.

The three superpowered individuals were also waiting for his approval.

The reason Harvey had not accepted them immediately was that he was observing the temperaments of the three superpowered individuals.

Unlike the weak who desired power to change themselves, these three already possessed considerable strength.

If they gained the power of the Void, their strength would undoubtedly advance further. If they were combative and destructive by nature, they would bring trouble.

Harvey did not want to become a babysitter who had to clean up the messes caused by these cult members, so their character needed to undergo some testing.

And this test was one of patience. Those with impatient temperaments were prone to causing great disasters in a moment of impulsiveness.

"Understood. Call for me if you need anything."

Seeing that Mr. Kassadin already had plans for the matter, Sonia did not ask further and headed toward the kitchen.

Before they knew it, evening had arrived. They had come in the morning, and now they were both thirsty and hungry.

"It’s been most of the day, and now we’re thirsty and hungry. Let’s find something to eat first."

Feeling his stomach grow hungry, Renoli spoke.

"I’d like to find something to eat too, but can we hunt here?"

Kyle was tempted as well, but on God of the Void Kassadin’s territory, he still did not dare act recklessly.

"If we can’t hunt, we can go into the sea and catch fish, can’t we?"

Seeing Kyle’s hungry yet timid expression, Renoli said speechlessly.

"Right. Lacey, do you want something to eat?"

Kyle immediately came to his senses, then looked at Lacey. She was kneeling on the ground, her lips already cracking from thirst, yet she still continued whispering prayers.

"Mm, I’ll have to trouble you. Consider this thousand dollars my thanks."

Lacey opened her eyes, reached into her pocket, took out a thousand dollars, and spoke.

A thousand dollars was more than enough for them to bring back some food for her.

Kyle had wanted to say it was nothing and that no money was needed, but before he could speak, he saw the Precognitor shaking his head at him.

"Then wait here. We’ll be back soon."

Kyle understood and reached out to accept the money from Lacey.

In the past, when he interacted with Lacey, casually taking a little advantage of her would have been enough. But since he had taken her money this time, he felt that would not be appropriate.

Soon, Lacey was left alone in the temple while the other three went off to find food.

"Precognitor, we’ve known Lacey for years. At the very least, we’re friends."

"Why did you still take her money?"

Kyle asked while carrying the Precognitor on his back toward the harbor.

"The three of us came here to seek Kassadin’s protection and join the Void Cult."

"But Lacey came here because she longs for power."

The Precognitor paused at those words, a complicated look in his eyes.

"What’s the difference?"

After hearing that, Kyle thought for a moment and asked with a puzzled expression.

"Idiot. The difference is that if we fail to gain Kassadin’s protection, we can simply return. No matter what, we’re superpowered individuals."

"Lacey came here longing for power. If she fails to obtain it, she probably won’t be willing to go back."

Renoli also understood what the Precognitor meant. Seeing Kyle act so foolishly, he said it outright.

"I see."

Kyle finally understood completely after hearing that.

Then, as the three talked and arrived at the harbor, they happened to see four people coming ashore.

"So this is Lord Kassadin’s island. It’s huge."

"Stop talking nonsense. Hurry to the temple and see whether we can meet Lord Kassadin."

"Let’s go, let’s go."

The group had barely disembarked before they started running along the road.

"Wait."

Hearing the reverence in the way they addressed Kassadin, Renoli’s thoughts stirred. His figure flashed, and he immediately blocked their path.

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