The Devil's Betrothed novel Chapter 356

Chapter 356: Warning From Rosetta

Oriana bit her lip, her desperation evident. "Could you at least provide me with some books on the subject so that I may continue my search? It’s really important for me, or I would not have troubled Master."

"I can provide you with books, but they include information on how to utilize malevolent black magic, and I am reluctant for you to delve into that knowledge," Rosetta responded.

"Master, I give you my word that I will never employ malevolent black magic. I will never wield my powers to harm another. Please allow me to access those books so that I may learn how to counteract this evil magic. Please understand that I am truly desperate to save someone."

Rosetta did not immediately yield to Oriana’s plea. She sternly admonished her, "Oriana, understand this: I can permit you to become a ’bad’ witch like myself. I may not agree with the label, but I acknowledge that my actions often clash with the principles of those who consider themselves ’good’ and righteous. It’s also true that I have, at times, harmed innocent individuals in my pursuit of power."

Oriana was aware as once Yorian and Drayce had told her that Zaria had hurt innocents and had committed a sin.

Rosetta continued, "But there exists a stark distinction between being ’bad’ and being ’evil,’ and that is a line one should never cross. Evil beings do not merely seek power; they crave something far more sinister. Something that defies the natural order and should never be allowed."

"Something sinister and should not be allowed?" Oriana mumbled as worry about Arlan crept in her heart. ’What sinister things she is doing to harm His Highness?’ Her heart suddenly felt hurt with the sudden thought.

"Yes," Rosetta affirmed with solemnity, "something that even I would never contemplate attempting. Despite being categorized as ’bad,’ individuals like me have our own moral code. I would never descend myself into a demon, forsaking all reason and rationality. Do you now comprehend the gravity of the situation?"

"I understand, Master. That’s precisely why we... I mean, I need to put a stop to her. To do so, I must comprehend the nature of evil black magic and then understand how to combat it."

With a subtle flick of Rosetta’s fingers, a few ancient and weathered books materialized on the table before Oriana. She gazed at them with eager anticipation, her hand reaching out to touch them, but Rosetta interrupted her.

"Oriana," Rosetta’s tone turned serious and cold, her gaze icy as she issued a stern warning.

"Remember, I am your master. I may permit you to walk the path of a ’bad’ witch, but I shall never allow you to descend into the path of an ’evil’ witch, a classification that even bad witches like myself despise. Should the day ever come when you attempt such malevolent deeds and become an evil witch, I will not hesitate to end your life with my own hands."