"The soul fragments in the Devouring Mirror have been taken back by me... Look! McClain, this is the greatest sincerity I can express to you... I don't know, are you still satisfied?"
Haierbo's words made Maka instantly change from doubt to surprise, and then from surprise back to a more confused state.
Yes, if the Devouring Mirror is no longer Haierbo's Horcrux, then the previous changes that occurred in Blois Castle will make sense.
The ancient mirror, no longer bound by Haierbo's soul, finally showed its most primitive ability. The kind of mysterious power that even Maka cannot completely seal with the soul rule runes is a sinful magic item that can be compared with a series of sources of disaster such as the Bewitching Monument and the Sword of Gryffindor.
If Macca had not set up a very tight blockade in advance when studying the Devouring Mirror at Castle Blois, which somewhat weakened its power, perhaps even the Muggle people around Castle Blois would have suffered. to a huge disaster.
And just when Maka was deeply surprised by Haierbo's so-called "sincerity", she heard the other party ask seriously:
"McLean, are you satisfied with this gift?"
No matter how credible what Haierbo said is, at least in Maka's view, this can definitely not be regarded as a "gift". After all, just because of what Halpo did, he brought a lot of trouble to the people around Maka.
Of course, as far as Haierbo's thinking is concerned, this should actually be regarded as a "sincere" gift!
Although Maka still doesn't know how he did it, and maybe this guy is just lying and has another agenda. But if he really pulls his soul fragments away from the Devouring Mirror, then he is equivalent to completely giving up such a powerful ancient magic item that has both research value and use value.
And more importantly, even if he finds another item to make a new Horcrux, Maka feels that it will be difficult for him to find something more reliable than the Devouring Mirror - even if the Devouring Mirror is always used. The same goes for Maka.
"Let's not talk about dissatisfaction or dissatisfaction," Maka frowned slightly and said to Haierbo opposite, "I have to admit that your 'sincerity' really surprised me... Of course, the premise must be that you are sincere. The soul fragments have been taken back."
Having said this, he paused for a moment and looked at Haierbo for any reaction.
However, Haierbo is obviously not willing to show any proof to Maka - openly exposing one's soul to others is undoubtedly an extremely dangerous thing, not to mention that the target is as deeply studied as Maka. An outstanding wizard of soul rules.
Seeing that he didn't speak, Maka curled her lips and continued:
"Okay! Let's put this doubt aside for now, because I also want to discuss another issue with you... Haierbo, I want to know, what is it that you want to exchange for giving me this 'sincerity'? ?”
As he spoke, Maka couldn't help but shook her head, and the expression on her face became calm again.
"Helbo," he thought carefully before saying, "I won't comment on your words for now. I just want to ask you - what exactly do you want to get through this 'sincerity'? Is it possible? Is it just an agreement to cease war with us?"
"Oh, no! Of course it's more than that..." Haierbo waved the remaining left hand and said, "What I want is an environment that allows me to live and do research with peace of mind - as long as we don't disturb each other, you should also Is there no reason to be my enemy?"
It's a pity that although Haierbo's words sounded nice, Maka didn't believe it at all.
"Provide you with an environment where you can do research with peace of mind? Then what?" Maka said, "When you have researched the results you want, will you be able to more easily achieve some of the extremely dangerous plans and conspiracies in your mind?"
Maka's words made Haierbo silent for a moment, and then he heard him say:
"It seems that, McLean, you have made up your mind not to give me any trust... Oh, of course, I do understand your mood. But, do you really want to hold my life in your hands? Are you willing to consider the request I just made?"
To be honest, just looking at Haierbo's attitude and demeanor today, Maka can indeed feel an inexplicable sincerity from it.
Haierbo, who had caused so many disasters during this period of time, did not show any of the arrogance of the past today. Maka felt extremely awkward no matter how she looked at him.
At least, this is definitely an act.
"Your life?" Maka raised her eyebrows and couldn't help but said calmly, "Helpo... Do you know how many people are waiting for you to lose this life? Until now, my personal thoughts have already It doesn’t matter anymore. Even if you are really tired from running around, I think the families of those you killed will not want to see you still living comfortably, right?"
Hearing this, Haierbo couldn't help but shook his head, and then walked to the railing of the London Bridge, looking down at the Thames River, which was obscured by the fog and could no longer be seen clearly.
After a moment, he looked at the river that was only vaguely visible to Maka, and said softly:
"It seems like we can't reach an agreement today?"
The tone in Haierbo's tone when he said this seemed to have once again added a touch of his usual indifference. To be honest, although this always sounds uncomfortable, Maka is obviously more accustomed to the other party's indifference than the subtle cover-up before.
Although Haierbo in this state is equally dangerous, at least it can let Maka know where the danger may come from. The method of stabbing someone with a soft knife like the one just now is the most difficult to guard against.
Regarding Haierbo's change, Maka seemed to finally give a secret sigh of relief, and saw that he quickly spoke before Haierbo could say what he said next, and suddenly said:
"To say 'can't reach an agreement'... I don't think it's possible. Haierbo, if you can accept my last condition, I will never agree to your request."
"What conditions?"
Facing Helbo who suddenly turned around and asked seriously, although there was still a lot of distrust hidden in Maka's heart, she still said slowly:
"What else could there be? Of course it's your demon body - if you keep this power, it's impossible for me to agree to your requests! What do you think?"