Chapter 281: Chapter 281: Definitely. Chapter 281 – Definitely. "Well, nice to meet you, dear siblings," Noah said warmly as he observed Aurelia and Asaemon respectively. Aurelia was truly a beauty—the kind of beauty that would put shame into practically any woman in the universe, and that’s even when compared to his wives, and the Records know how beautiful they were. She had long, luxurious, silky green hair that reached her lower back, and each strand of that hair looked like it held within it hundreds of cosmoses, thousands of realms, realities and concepts woven in between the glow of starlight and ink of wisdom. Then there were her golden eyes... and what a beauty they were, because just by looking into them, it felt like staring into the depths of unfathomable knowledge, a kind of knowledge not simply acquired but earned—earned after eons of reading books, tomes, scriptures and fragments from forgotten civilizations across all the universe. But it wasn’t just knowledge. There was also wisdom. Her eyes were heavy. Aurelia truly exuded the aura of a calm, serene sister—one who knew too much, said too little, and always smiled as if she already read the ending of the story and was simply waiting for the world to catch up. Noah then turned his gaze toward Asaemon, with his blood-red hair that dripped like crimson ink and black eyes filled with a mischievous glint that was both sharp and ancient, a spark of untamable energy radiating from every fiber of his being, as if he was the kind of brother who would flip entire universes upside down just to see what happens. His aura, his posture, his smirk—everything about Asaemon screamed wildness. He looked like a big brother who would set fire to his little brother’s room, then laugh and hand him a water bucket two hours later. And while Noah was observing them, they too were observing him—but given the strange, thread-like state Noah’s body was currently in, they couldn’t really deduce much about his appearance, presence, or power. And that’s why... "Why don’t we meet?" Asaemon asked, voice eager, his tone like someone who couldn’t sit still. "I mean, face-to-face and not... this." "Yes. You look interesting, youngest. Especially your power," Aurelia added softly, finding Noah’s aura intriguing, even fascinating. Because if even fate, destiny, and causality were cowering before him... then what kind of force was he? And for Aurelia, who devoured knowledge like food, it was impossible not to want to know more. She wanted to learn everything. She wanted to touch the Records of all things, to hold the stories of every being in her palm, and maybe, just maybe, it was that hunger that had given her the power she had today... The power to see, understand, and steal the Records of others. At that moment, instinctively, Aurelia felt the urge to peer into Noah’s Records. But before her thoughts fully solidified into action— "Meeting? Why not?" Noah’s voice rang out, interrupting her. "I’ve always been curious about my seniors. I’ve heard many things about you, especially the part where all the universe are afraid of you... and because of that, I, the youngest and still weak, am being targeted by everyone." He shook his head lightly. "You’ve made my life quite difficult, dear siblings. Couldn’t you have been more low-profile? Like me?" There was no hostility in his tone, but the complaint was real enough. Immediately, Aurelia pointed a finger straight at Asaemon. "It’s him," she said with a blank face and no shame whatsoever. Asaemon looked betrayed. "Really? Not even a second of hesitation?" "There’s nothing to hesitate," Aurelia replied coldly before turning to Noah again. "This guy is the cause of all your problems, youngest. He’s always provoking beings for no reason, tricking them into fighting just to see who wins or sometimes just to be a pain." "You’re one to talk," Asaemon scoffed. "Didn’t you destroy hundreds of worlds because you didn’t like how a book ended?" "And let’s not forget how you forcefully made two mortal enemies fall in love just because you wanted to see your beloved ’enemies to lovers’ trope in real-time?" "And also—!" "Shut up," Aurelia snapped, glaring at him with eyes that could rip out thoughts and kill gods. Asaemon smirked, unbothered. "See, youngest? Don’t let her serene act fool you. She’s a witch. A witch, I’m telling you." Noah laughed. "Hahahaha! That’s wild. Destroying worlds over a book ending? Damn, Sister, next time just kill the author." "And you, Brother? Provoking people for fun? That’s... honestly, that’s the pastime of a strong man." He shook his head, still laughing with genuine amusement. And seeing how Noah didn’t blame them but instead joined their rhythm, joked with them and even encouraged their madness, both Aurelia and Asaemon smiled wide. The youngest was definitely someone they could get along with, no doubt about it. And then— "I wouldn’t mind joining the fun," Noah said softly, his voice changing slightly, heavier. "I’ve been thinking lately about taking a world under my wing... but I have something to settle there first." His words made both of them raise an eyebrow. "What world?" they asked in perfect unison. They blinked, then turned to glare at each other, ready to start fighting over who spoke first but chose to let it go, just this once. "A certain blue planet," Noah said, voice lower now. "A planet named Earth." He waited for a reaction. But both of them looked... confused. "Never heard of it," Aurelia said blankly. "Same," Asaemon added, rubbing his chin. "What kind of world is that? What rank?" "If I remember correctly... it’s a simple world, no mana, no superpowers. Technology and entertainment are moderately advanced, but that’s about it," Noah explained, trying to sound casual, like it wasn’t important. Both siblings made a face of realization. "Oh, if it’s a world without mana, then that explains it. It must be tucked away at the bottom of the universe. Quite the hassle to reach but..." Asaemon grinned suddenly, energy bursting in his tone. "...It’s the perfect opportunity to bond. Let’s go!" "I don’t mind," Aurelia added with a small smile. "You’ll love it, Aurelia," Noah said, eyes glowing. "That world has many kinds of books you’d adore. I’ve read some of them myself." Aurelia raised an eyebrow. "What kind?" "Oh, the best of the best," Noah said, his voice suddenly carrying weight. "There’s one about a pitiful slave bound by fate, walking the path towards freedom... another about a loving demon who walks toward immortality without regrets... one about a fool who slowly climbs to godhood while fighting against his own madness and the madness of the world... and even one about a man who loved a book so much it became his reality." He chuckled. "But my favorite... my favorite is different." Aurelia was already leaning forward, golden eyes practically shining with greed. "Your favorite? What is it?" Noah smiled softly—fondly, like he was speaking of something sacred. "A simple and cliché story, really... a story about a broken-hearted man, walking toward the illusive and impossible dream of perfection, with his wives as his light, his power, and his will... after being given a second chance by a charming, loyal entity." He looked into Aurelia’s glowing eyes. "You should try it, Aurelia." "You’ll love it." Definitely. —End of Chapter 281—