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“What? The Empty City Strategy?”
Maria and Zeba exchanged puzzled glances upon hearing Viola’s words. They were well aware of the historical allusion he was
referring to. In the famous novel ‘The Kairice of the Three Kingdoms’, Zhuge used the Empty City Strategy when he faced a
siege from Sima’s massive army. Zhuge calmly played the zither on top of the city walls, tricking Sima into thinking it was a trap
and instilling fear in his heart.
But why was Viola bringing up this strategy when discussing Morgana? Did he plan on climbing a tower and playing an
instrument like Zhuge to intimidate her? Maria was the first to voice her concern, “Mr. Wade, the reason the Empty City Strategy
worked for Zhuge was because he made Sima fear the unknown. However, if you reveal your identity, regardless of whether
Aurous Hill has spies or not, Morgana will surely send her three trusted elders to test your true intentions. She will only fear you if
you remain a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows. Once you step into the light, she will have no choice but to confront you
head-on... ”
Maria couldn’t help but interject, trying to dissuade Viola from taking unnecessary risks. “Indeed, My Lord, Zeba’s words make
sense. At this point, the chances of scaring Morgana away with your true identity are almost zero. I advise you not to take any
reckless actions...”
Instead of heeding their advice, Viola chuckled at their concern and responded with an enigmatic expression. “You two, don’t
underestimate my intelligence. I’m not foolish enough to willingly expose myself to Morgana.”
His confident smile only deepened their confusion.
Sensing their curiosity, Maria surmised that Viola must have a well-crafted plan in mind. She couldn’t help but ask, “Do you have
a clever trick up your sleeve, Young Master? Why don’t you enlighten us, so that Zeba and I may learn from your wisdom?”
Viola smiled and replied, “Both of you have far more life experience than me. I wouldn’t dare claim to teach you anything. At
best, we can learn and progress together.”
With those words, Viola rose from his seat and declared, “Wait a moment, I have something to show you.”
The two women suppressed their doubts and watched as Viola retrieved a scroll from a safe. Maria had already surmised its
contents and couldn’t help but ask, “Could it be the Master’s portrait in your hands?”
Viola nodded and brought the painting before them, carefully placing it on the coffee table. As they unfurled the scroll, a lifelike
and extraordinary painting came to life on the paper.

Maria gazed at the depiction of an old man with an ethereal aura and exclaimed with reverence, “So this is the true visage of
Morvel Bazin... Just as my father described, his spirit is extraordinary and he exudes an otherworldly presence!”
Zeba asked in surprise, “Could this be the Master that Morgana often speaks of Morvel Bazin?”
Maria gasped, “Morgana mentioned the Master to Marshal Zeba?”
Zeba blushed and responded calmly, “Miss Clark, please refrain from calling me Marshal. It was a title Morgana bestowed upon
me. Frankly, I never liked it. Besides, I’ve severed my ties with my past and that title no longer holds any meaning for me... In
fact, I wish to have no further association with those three individuals.”
Maria smiled and nodded, saying, “Very well, from now on, I shall address you as Miss Salazar.”
Grateful for the change, Zeba bowed her head in appreciation towards Maria and continued, “In the presence of the four of us,
Morgana often spoke of Lord Bazin and her past as his disciple. She shared
these stories to paint a picture for us, to make us understand that the path of cultivation can lead to longevity, even a thousand
years. Her intention was to reinforce our commitment to follow her.”
Maria nodded and sighed, “Without the Millenium Return Pill, Morgana has at most another hundred years to live. She must be
feeling anxious now.”
Zeba agreed with a smile, adding, “Indeed, Miss Clark, you speak the truth. In the past two years, Morgana has shown
increasing signs of restlessness. Throughout the decades, she never worried about aging, as her appearance remained
unchanged. But these past two years, she has become more conscious of skincare. Sometimes, I catch the scent of skincare
products as she passes by. She’s afraid of aging.”
Maria sneered, “What is destined to happen will happen. What good does it do to fear it?”
Having voiced her thoughts, Maria returned her attention to the painting before her. Suddenly, a realization dawned on her and
her eyes widened in excitement. She couldn’t help but ask Mozart, “Young Master... are you suggesting that Master Bazin
should employ the Empty City Strategy?”
Mozart, impressed by Maria’s perceptiveness, couldn’t contain his excitement and affirmed, “Miss Clark, you’ve hit the mark! I
intend to have Old Lord Morvel employ the Empty City Strategy on my behalf!”

Zeba felt her brain struggling to keep up with their conversation and asked anxiously, “Mr. Wade, what are you and Miss Clark
implying? Didn’t Lord Morvel pass away centuries ago? Why would you ask him to use the strategy?”
Gazing at Morvel Bazin’s painting, Viola turned to Zeba and inquired, “Miss Salazar, in your opinion, why would Morgana send
her three elders to Aurous Hill?”
After pondering for a moment, Zeba replied, “Gideon self-destructed and his survival is uncertain, The Evans Family remains
unharmed. Morgana is uncertain of the enemy’s identity, unaware of how many foes she faces, unsure of their strength and
uncertain whether they are alive or dead. These are the reasons she wants to investigate. Moreover, she definitely intends to
continue her assault on the Evans Family.”
Viola nodded, acknowledging Zeba’s astute observation. “Miss Salazar is absolutely right. Those are Morgana’s most pressing
concerns at the moment.”
Pointing to the painting of Lord Morvel, Viola posed his next question to Zeba, “Tell me, how many people in this world would
recognize this person as Lord Morvel?”
Zeba’s eyes widened and she exclaimed, “Apart from us, I fear only... only Morgana!”
Zeba was unaware of the secrets surrounding Mrs. Treadway’s lineage, but she knew that Morvel Bazin had passed away many
years ago. Only Morgana had firsthand knowledge of him and was still alive to this day.
Viola didn’t delve further into the matter but followed Zeba’s train of thought. He nodded in agreement and said, “Indeed, besides
us, only Morgana recognizes him. If this painting suddenly surfaces in Aurous Hill, what do you think would go through her
mind?”
Zeba responded with a hint of horror, “She... she would undoubtedly be shocked to her core! In her eyes, she is the only person
in this world who has met Lord Morvel and is still alive. If a portrait of Lord Morvel suddenly appears in Aurous Hill, she would
rush there without hesitation!”
Maria chuckled and reassured Zeba, “Miss Salazar, you worry too much. Even if this painting were to surface in Aurous Hill,
Morgana would never dare to come.”
Puzzled, Zeba asked, “Why not? This is a portrait of her Master. After hundreds of years, his face reemerges in the world.
Wouldn’t she be eager to find out who brought forth this painting?”

Maria smiled and replied, “Of course, she would be curious. But I’m afraid the more she desires to unravel this mystery, the less
inclined she would be to venture into Aurous Hill!”
Maria glanced at Viola and expressed her admiration, “Sir, you possess incredible wisdom. This Empty City Strategy is truly a
brilliant plan. Once this painting emerges in Aurous Hill, it would surely shake Morgana to her core!”
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