Inside the Good Moonlight Agency in Azura. 

The Red Cicada Duchess, Aina Aldo, was also watching the real-time updates of the Book of Gospel. "Ashe Heath actually made the rankings twice in a row... Is this the secret of the Dolan inheritance?"

She was too old, which was why she hadn't joined the operation to capture Annan and her squad. While she was a Sacred Realm sorcerer, she was also an elderly woman, and a sorcerer's growth in power did not extend their lifespan. When it came to longevity, Sacred Realm sorcerers differed very little from ordinary people. In a peaceful era like this, sorcerers might even die early from excessive soul depletion, while ordinary people lived out their years in stable comfort.

The Duchess's mana remained at its peak, but her aging body wore down more than just her stamina. It eroded her will. Compared to decades ago, she no longer possessed the bold drive of her youth. She felt no more curiosity or longing toward the Virtual World. Entering it every night felt like visiting a grave. Simply put, she was tired of it. Even if the Virtual World...