Flora's smile froze on her face as she was initially pleased with Abis' discovery.

"What's wrong? Is there some kind of curse on this village?" Flora approached, with an air of "let me remove the curse". It was evident that her interaction with the children in the village had already made her deeply concerned about this place.

Abis extended his hand and touched one of the rings on it, causing a translucent ghost to slowly float out from within. "He is someone I found in the village cemetery. Let him tell you the whole story. Don't worry, I have used an illusion spell."

The ghost formed a human face in the air and let out a hoarse voice. "Kind lady, it is true that our village is protected by guardians of the tombs. Forty-two years ago, the queen selected a group of most loyal soldiers and ordered us to bring our wives and children to this place. We were commanded to guard Princess Leona's tomb, ensuring that her rest would not be disturbed. At the same time, we had to disguise ourselves as farmers and not let anyone know this is the princess's tomb. Besides the queen - who is now the Empress, only her closest confidants and us are aware of this."

"Why would it be like this?" Flora curiously asked, "Although the location of the royal tombs is not publicly known, the nobles are informed, right? And wouldn't this undermine the grandeur of the royal family?"

"That's true, but we don't know the specific reasons." The ghost shook his head in distress. "We are just soldiers following orders. The explanation the queen gave us back then was that the princess's peace could not be disturbed after her death, or terrible things would happen."

"What terrible things? Would it affect all of you?" Flora continued to ask.

"The necromancer has already informed me about your intention to obtain Princess Leona's remains earlier. I can guide the necromancer and the lady, but if the princess's tomb is tampered with, we will soon be chased and killed by the Empress's men." The ghost pleaded, "I don't want to defy the necromancer's will, but I also hope that the necromancer could end this. Spare the women and children in the village, they are not soldiers and shouldn't die for us."

"Yes, there is a large magic formation inside the tomb. If Princess Leona's remains or the formation itself is tampered with, the mages in the Empress's side will sense it, and executioners will be dispatched." Abis looked grim. "A cursed princess who died and an Empress who desperately hides her location. We can already guess what kind of story is behind this."

"Abis, can't you find a way to prevent the mages from sensing it?" Flora asked. She now had great trust in Abis's abilities.

"They also come to inspect every half year. If the princess's remains are tampered with, we won't be spared either." The ghost interjected.

"That's right. I want Princess Leona's remains. It won't make sense without taking them," Abis rubbed his temple. "After we take them, the villagers can live for another month because that's when the empress's people come to inspect. Although I really, really want to get Princess Leona's body, I can't sacrifice innocent lives for it."

Abis's words were strange, but Flora didn't have time to comment. She was also caught in a dilemma.

"Let's find a quiet place to think it through," Abis said, "there must be a solution."

"Abis, I haven't asked you yet. Are you planning to resurrect me and the other four? I want to know your intentions," Flora suddenly asked Abis seriously.

"I already told you my intentions when you first resurrected. I want you to be loyal to me, body and soul," Abis replied.

Flora's face blushed slightly, but she still stared earnestly into Abis's eyes. "And what if one day I truly become completely loyal to you? What happens after that?"

"Well... it might sound a little impolite," Abis pondered for a moment, "but since you asked, I won't hide it. You are all talented individuals, and your talents actually come from a portion of divine power bestowed by The Creator. If you can have 100% loyalty to me, then I can obtain all of your abilities through the bond of necromancy. While it is true that I am using you, I will also do my best to make sure you are loyal to me from the depths of your heart.""What's next? What do you plan to do after obtaining godlike power?"

"I haven't made any plans for that yet." Abis looked up at the sky and pondered for a moment. "I suppose I'll just kill The Creator and take over. When The Creator fails to govern this world properly, someone else should take over."

"That's a crazy idea." Flora, as the saintess, did not resist Abis's blasphemous thoughts. "I understand now. You have a valid reason for not letting go of Princess Leona's body."

Abis was somewhat surprised. If he were to express this idea to someone else, he might be considered insane. But the ever astute Flora readily affirmed his idea.

Perhaps this saintess was more rebellious than he had imagined? Although their personalities were different, they might actually be kindred spirits.

"Why are you suddenly asking these questions?" Abis seemed to sense that Flora had made a decision from her gaze.

Flora looked up and smiled faintly. "Since you can't give up on your goal, I have an idea!"

"Tell me!" Abis was not only pleasantly surprised, but even the ghost turned to face her, eagerly waiting for her idea.

"But this idea shouldn't occur to a saintess..." Flora hesitated at this moment. "Are you still willing to hear it?"

"What kind of person you want to become should be your own choice." Abis shook his head. "In my eyes, being a saintess is just your previous occupation, not your label. Are you afraid that I'll be disappointed in you? Please don't worry, I would actually be disappointed if you cling to your past identity."

"Then I'll tell you." With Abis's words, Flora regained her confidence and lifted her head. "If we can't solve the problem, why not solve the person who caused the problem!"

"Huh? Wait, you've really surprised me. Why suddenly say such cruel words?"

"I'm not joking. Let's resurrect Princess Leona and bring her out, and together, we'll deal with the Queen who buried her and gave orders to keep her tomb secret!" Flora stated firmly.

"My goodness, you truly are a genius." Abis couldn't help but whistle.