The Glory of Noxus.

Winter season.

The dawn glow is like an exquisite golden gauze, covering the surface of the stretching buildings.

Huo Jixing stood in front of the window, looking at the bustling scene on the street, and fell into deep thought.

Mordekaiser is currently being hunted by Kindred, so you can ignore him for now.

With Kindred's strength, even if Mordekaiser could escape from the pursuit, he would be doomed to suffer heavy losses.

Most importantly, the Armor of the Underworld has fallen into the hands of the Empire and is under the control of Swain.

It won't be easy for Modkaiser to open the passage to the underworld again.

However, the escaped Leblanc is always a potential threat to the Noxian Empire.

With Huo Jixing's current strength, he will not be able to see through Leblanc's special illusion ability unless he is very close to her.

Therefore, Leblanc could easily hide from the Empire's eyes.

Even if necessary, it would not be difficult to rebuild a secret society similar to the Black Rose.

Coupled with the outstanding leadership and planning demonstrated by Leblanc, it is bound to threaten the future strategy of the empire.

"Maybe we can get some useful clues from Iris!"

Huo Jixing whispered softly, and the old woman-like appearance of Iris appeared in his pupils.

Although Iris, who has lost the power of the Spider God, is no longer the once high and mighty Spider Queen.

But she still retains rich memories of her past, including hundreds of years of friendship with Leblanc.

At that time, Elise completed the transaction on Shadow Isles with Black Skull and LeBlanc, which led to a close relationship between the two.

"It still has to be you, Elise."

Huo Jixing let out a light breath, a smile reflected in his eyes.

The space channel that seals the Shadow Island is the key information provided by Elise.

And now, hunting down LeBlanc still requires the help of the Spider Queen.

Huo Jixing decided to visit Iris's place of imprisonment in person, hoping to get news about Leblanc from her.

After enjoying breakfast.

Huo Jixing originally wanted to go alone, but he couldn't resist Annie's pestering, and looking at her pitiful expression, he had to take her with him.

They strolled along the street towards the location of the Reiser Garrison Corps.

Iris was imprisoned in a prison under the charge of the Reiser Garrison Corps, and was equipped with a rune array specifically designed to suppress extraordinary people.

Leaving the bustling streets, Huo Jixing and Annie entered a slightly quiet building complex.

The cold winter wind swept through the narrow streets.

Although the Reiser Garrison Corps made great achievements in the operation to encircle and suppress the Black Rose.

But they did not relax at all and remained vigilant and fully armed.

Especially in important areas, soldiers from the Reiser Garrison Legion conduct routine patrols, ready to respond to possible attacks at any time.

Da da! Da da!

Hearing the footsteps, the soldiers of the Reiser Garrison Corps quickly grasped the sharp swords in their hands and stared at the corner of the street.

When they saw Huo Jixing and Annie, their expressions paused and surprise appeared on their faces behind the visors.

"Lord Huo Jixing!"

The soldiers of the Reiser Garrison Legion immediately bowed and saluted, full of respect and loyalty.

Huo Jixing's extraordinary performance in the underground castle had already spread throughout the legion, and many people regarded Huo Jixing as an idol.

Huo Jixing nodded, passed by them, and arrived at the base of the Reiser Garrison Corps.

The dark building complex is located beneath the towering city walls, and deep red blood scabs remain on the surface of the sturdy steel gates.

Above the building complex, the crimson flag of the Empire and the dark purple flag of the Reiser Garrison Corps complemented each other, fluttering in the cold wind.

After entering the legion’s base, a silent and solemn atmosphere overwhelmed us.

There is no hustle and bustle and bustle that can be found everywhere in the capital, only seriousness and solemnity.

The echo of each step seemed particularly clear in the silence, as if even time had slowed down here.

Many soldiers in armor can be seen everywhere, undergoing various training and preparing for missions.

Someone is honing his skills in the training ground, swords are flashing and the air is chilling.

Someone was studying the map of the empire in the war room, brows furrowed, seemingly thinking about some important strategy.

The soldiers that Huo Jixing met along the way, no matter what they were doing, would look at him with admiration.

This is the respect he earned with his strength, just like Swain and Darius, influencing the Noxians.

In a dark underground prison.

The dim light cast mottled shadows on the bluestone floor, and the faint glow barely illuminated the slightly damp ground.

In the corner of the cell, dark green moss covered the walls and occasionally the sound of mice could be heard, paying no attention to the humans passing by.

Huo Jixing and Annie held hands and walked slowly along the bluestone road.

Instead of letting the soldiers of the Reiser Garrison Legion lead the way, they chose to come alone.

In Huo Jixing's red-gold vision, the cloud belonging to Iris was very eye-catching, leading them forward.

After walking another hundred meters.

In the dim environment, a simple prison cell came into view of the two men.

This cell is in stark contrast to its surroundings. It is extremely clean and there is not a speck of dust.

Huo Jixing and Annie walked slowly to the door of the cell and saw Iris lying on the shabby bed.

The once stunning Spider Queen seemed to have become older and more haggard, with a turbid color in her enchanting eyes.

Iris closed her eyes and listened to the footsteps until the sound stopped.

She opened her eyes and looked outside the door. When she saw Huo Jixing and Annie, a complex emotion flashed across her wrinkled face.

"How come you have time to come here? Is there something wrong with the space channel?" Iris said in a hoarse voice.

“It’s not a space channel.”

Huo Jixing didn't waste any time and went straight to the point, asking about Iris.

"I want to know something about Leblanc, preferably useful information."

"LeBlanc?"

Iris fell silent, and a trace of resentment and hatred flashed in her lowered turbid eyes.

"In my mind, she is a complex and suspicious person who has experienced thousands of years and is very good at playing with people's hearts and scheming."

“Our relationship is that of close friends.”

Iris' voice was filled with suppressed emotions, as if they were squeezed out from the bottom of her heart, finding an outlet for venting.

Iris used to be so arrogant, but now she has fallen to this point.

All these changes can be said to be caused by LeBlanc's invitation.

Otherwise, as Iris, a spider queen who believes in the Spider God, she weaves the legend of faith alone in the darkness.

Why get involved with the fate of Noxus?

Today, when Iris has lost all her power, is imprisoned, and faces endless darkness and despair.

She was looking forward to rescue, hoping someone could take her away from this hellish place.

However, LeBlanc turned a blind eye to her suffering and showed no sign of saving her.

The promises that had been made became a bubble, leaving Iris to sink in the darkness.

Huo Jixing's eyes flickered slightly. Hearing some familiar words, he looked at Iris in surprise.

"I'm sorry, but it's absolutely impossible to let you go, but I can move you to a luxurious cell and provide you with some delicious meals."

He glanced at the straw under the shabby bed and the food piled in front of the door, making the promise.

Iris glanced at Huo Jixing, shook her head slightly, and continued speaking.

"Our friendship dates back to the days of the Kythera family, and it reached its climax when I threw myself into the arms of the Spider God."

"Until LeBlanc promised me to become one of the leaders of the Black Rose."

Although Iris's voice was a little hoarse, it still maintained an elegant rhythm, representing the ancient bloodline in her.

"The condition is that I need to travel back and forth to the Forbidden Coast of Shadow Island and bring back an object that contains power for the Black Rose."

"Now that I think about it, it's ridiculous that I never really understood her."

Iris stood up with great effort, leaned against the cold wall, looked at Huo Jixing, and confessed.

"What I know more about LeBlanc is based on the trade, but not much else."

"If you really want to find her, I suggest you explore those corners forgotten by history. Perhaps you will find something."

"This is the tactic that Leblanc is always good at using, and it is also the part of every transaction between us."

After saying this, a subtle expectation rose in Iris's heart, hoping that the information she provided could be of some use to Huo Jixing.

Even if it's just a small help, at least give Leblanc a taste of pain.

LeBlanc's betrayal and indifference left her alone in prison, enduring darkness and despair.

The culprit behind all this is still at large, which makes Iris feel unwilling and angry.

Huo Jixing heard this, his eyes flickered, and he began to think secretly.

“A corner forgotten by history?”

Iris's words touched his sensitive nerves, and he thought of some ancient places he had seen in the intelligence letters.

He thought that perhaps he could follow Iris's idea and encircle and hunt Leblanc.

The cell fell into silence. Iris stopped talking. After taking a few breaths, she looked deeply at Huo Jixing and closed her eyes.

She should have lost her power, but strange spider patterns were reflected in her blood-red pupils, flashing a dark glow.

The experiences during this period have made Iris understand everything.

Huo Jixing and Swain would never let her leave the capital of Noxus.

Faced with such a fate, Iris felt that instead of waiting to die, it would be better to choose her own path.

So, Iris decided to die and let her soul return to the arms of the Spider God.

Click!

Iris activated the spider power in her body with a determined look.

The spider pattern in the blood-red pupil suddenly began to wriggle, ignoring the rune array in the prison and crushing the pupil.

Then, the spider patterns moved throughout her body like living things, destroying all her organs and ruthlessly devouring her life.

Iris did not make any sound, but endured everything quietly, her life force gradually extinguishing like a candle flame.

When the last ray of sunlight disappeared from her body, Iris's body fell gently on the shabby bed.

Huo Jixing was just about to continue talking to Iris and ask for some useful information when his expression suddenly froze.

He immediately broke through the prison cell, forcibly destroyed the sealed rune array inside, and quickly came to Iris.

Through spiritual perception, Iris's breathing has gradually become inaudible, like a tired wind blowing through fallen autumn leaves.

Then, her life force quietly died out before Huo Jixing's eyes.

"Isn't it so decisive?"

Huo Jixing sighed lightly, stared at Iris's pale face, and put away the Donghua Yi Wood Energy condensed in his palm.

He originally wanted to save Iris, but after observing Iris's body closely, he knew in his heart that it was impossible to save her.

"It seems that Iris must have planned in advance to return to the arms of the Spider God through death." Huo Jixing thought secretly.

He then stretched out his left hand and touched Iris's decaying body.

I am going to try to use the Ren and Gui water from the Xuanwu constellation to see if I can find the breath of Iris' soul.

After a while.

Huo Jixing slowly opened his eyes, and the Ren and Gui water surging like black mercury disappeared into his pupils.

"My guess was correct. With the aura of the Spider God, Iris has already made up her mind to die."

He whispered to himself, his voice filled with fear.

It’s the fear of the Spider God!

The confrontation in the underground castle was nothing but the will of the Spider God to come. Huo Jixing didn't think that he could kill the gods now.

The sound of the prison being destroyed attracted the attention of the soldiers of the Reiser Garrison Legion stationed nearby.

They quickly rushed to the scene and saw Huo Jixing and Iris, who was lying on the shabby bed, lifeless.

Huo Jixing calmly explained the reason for Iris' death and asked them to burn Iris' body.

The soldiers of the Reiser Garrison Corps had no doubts and followed Huo Jixing's orders and began to deal with Iris's body.

Then, Huo Jixing turned to look at Annie who had been waiting, and took her out of the prison.

Although Iris successfully committed suicide right under his nose, he did not gain nothing by getting some information about Leblanc.

The capital, the immortal fortress.

In the audience hall, bright yellow candlelight dispelled the darkness and illuminated the platform below the throne.

Swain sat at a marble table, tending to the affairs of the empire.

"What's matter?"

Swain seemed to be aware of something and looked up at the guards who were hurriedly walking into the side hall.

"Lord Huo Jixing, take Annie to the prison of the Reiser Garrison Corps to meet the detained Iris." The guard said respectfully.

"A little later, Iris committed suicide in the cell."

Swain frowned slightly, waved his hand to signal his subordinates to leave, and continued to deal with his affairs.

He was not surprised by Elise's death.

As the chief follower of the Spider God, Vicious Throat, and known as the Spider Queen, how could Iris accept the pain of losing everything?

And the so-called death is not a problem at all for a God-favored one like Iris.

According to the records of the Noxian Empire, after the death of a god-favored person, he will return to the embrace of the god in the form of a soul.

What Swain needs to deal with now is the black rose problem.

He thought he understood the influence of the Black Rose on the empire.

But after interrogating many core members of the Black Rose, he learned that the Black Rose had already been deeply rooted and spread throughout all walks of life in the empire.

Swain's eyes were cold, and he would never give up.

LeBlanc escaped and the Black Rose suffered heavy damage.

This is the best time!