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Chapter 185: Lanchi's Unsuitable Countdown
Chapter 185: Lanchi's Unsuitable Countdown
The morning sun shone through the large windows, illuminating the conference room surrounded by soft, pale walls, and casting dappled light and shadow on the greenery, as if fairies were dancing upon them.
At this moment, the usually serene and tranquil room buzzed with unusual excitement!
Contrary to the vibrant atmosphere, Adams, standing by the floor-to-ceiling windows and conversing with Lanchi, was slightly taken aback.
He never expected Lanchi to agree so readily and decisively.
As if such a wager were a trivial matter.
Was this the confidence of a genius nurtured by the Great Cardinal Loren?
Even going as far as to make decisions on behalf of the dean.
There was no hint of jest in Lanchi's tone, and his words carried an air of unquestionability.
Adams paused to consider. Indeed, Lanchi, who had just recently aided Great Cardinal Loren in eliminating the Destruction Saintess, Adelise, a disciple of the enemy, Bishop Ivanoth, had every right to be confident.
He trusted that Lanchi would not go back on his word, especially after making such a promise in front of so many teachers and students.
And surely Lanchi would ask for something in return, as his agreement to the challenge was no small matter.
However.
If there was a chance to make that playboy Loren personally apologize to Julianne, Adams would spare no effort!
This was the only thing he, the strongest third-year student at the Royal Alolan Academy, could do for Knight Captain Julianne.
His rival, Lanchi, possessed an unbefitting composure for his age, but it was said that Lanchi had suffered defeats within the walls of the Ikelyte Academy—he had lost a one-on-one challenge against a gold-level challenger, Cervini, a third-year student at the Knight College.
Additionally, upperclassmen from the Sage College had honestly informed Adams that Lanchi had not defeated the Destruction Saintess, Adelise, alone. It was a joint effort by challengers from the entire Shadow World, indicating that there was still a significant gap in raw power between Adams, who could confront the Rotten Son, and Lanchi.
Thus, Adams was confident that he could win against Lanchi in many competition categories.
Nevertheless, Adams disdained such petty actions. He would choose a fair method of contest, ensuring that Lanchi and the Sage College would accept their loss gracefully.
"So, what is your request?" Adams asked solemnly.
"If I win," Lanchi replied with a slight smile, casually stroking the back of the cat in his arms, "please have Knight Captain Julianne come to Horton Royal Capital for a date with Dean Loren."
"Well done, Lanchi!"
"You have to win! Give Dean Loren a big surprise!"
As his words landed, even the teachers in the conference room joined in the enthusiastic chorus.
"..."
Teacher Theresa, who had intended to stop Lanchi, lowered her head, frantically looking from side to side, too embarrassed to lift her head.
Overwhelmed by the supportive atmosphere, she found herself unable to voice her concerns. Lanchi had chosen a strategy that resonated with the people, and anyone who opposed him now would surely be opposed by the entire room!
Amidst the cheers, Adams heard Lanchi's request and was taken aback.
Then, he shook his head firmly and refused, "I can't agree to that.
Adams knew the two requests seemed equivalent.
But he couldn't possibly speak on Julianne's behalf, agreeing to a date with Loren, nor could he allow such a thing to happen!
"You won't agree...?" Lanchi fell silent for a moment, gently stroking the cat in his arms. He didn't seem particularly disappointed, merely observing Adams' expression.
"I didn't expect Student Adams to hold me in such high regard. I thought I would surely lose... Why not consider my proposal and engage in a contest where nothing is at stake?" Lanchi suggested innocently, as if he had no competitive spirit at all.
Hearing Lanchi's words of concern, Adams clenched his fists. He had come to the Sage College with the intention of challenging them, and he certainly didn't believe he would lose to Lanchi!
And then there were those rumors about Loren he'd heard that morning. Adams couldn't take it anymore!
"...!"
The cat in Lanchi's arms looked up at him with a confused expression.
It felt like Lanchi's words were friendly and accommodating, but for some reason, they exuded a strong matcha vibe!
That's not right. This guy must be naturally pure.
The cat continued to pretend to be an ordinary cat, quietly lying in Lanchi's arms. It must be overthinking things. How could there be a male green tea btch?
Let's observe a little longer.
"Or how about this, Adams," Lanchi suggested, as if sensing Adams' dilemma, "why don't we contact Miss Julianne through communication magic, and I'll do the talking?"
He knew that Adams was in a difficult position. Adams didn't want to give up this opportunity to make Dean Loren go and apologize to Knight Captain Julianne, but he also couldn't accept Lanchi's condition.
"If Miss Julianne agrees to this bet herself, it will be easier for you, right?" Lanchi added.
When he encountered someone in need, Lanchi would always lend a helping hand, and his acts of kindness always had one goal—to ensure that everyone's requests were fulfilled.
"...Okay." Adams nodded reluctantly after some hesitation.
He knew this was a way out.
Adams was certain that no matter how friendly Lanchi seemed, if he dared to propose that condition to Julianne, she would simply hang up on him.
At that point, the bet would be off, and naturally, both sides could back down and renegotiate.
Subsequently, Lanchi and Adams approached a sophisticated magical device in the center of the conference room.
This device enabled the construction of ultra-long-distance communication magic, and with its help, it was possible to connect through the relay stations set up by the United Parliament of the Southern Continent Kingdom within each country, achieving real-time communication over even greater distances than any other communication magic.
Adams inserted his Sixth-Rank Magic Card, [Ultra Long-Distance Communication Program], into the device and skillfully operated the crystal screen on the control panel to connect to the Alolan Kingdom.
In the quiet waiting room, Adams made contact with the Alolan Kingdom and waited for Julianne to pick up.
Before long, a proud and bright female voice came through the receiver Adams was holding.
"Adams? What's the matter with you calling me from the Horton Kingdom?"
"Knight Captain Julianne, it's Adams. I'm currently at Ikelyte Academy..."
Adams wasn't sure how to broach the subject.
"Leave it to me, Adams," Lanchi said with a smile as he took the receiver from Adams' hand.
"Hello, Miss Julianne. I'm Loren's student. Adams has proposed a contest. If Adams wins, Dean Loren will come to the Alolan Kingdom to apologize to you. And if I win, Dean Loren hopes that you can come to the Horton Kingdom. He still... wants... to apologize to you in person. But if you can forgive him, he would like to invite you to explore the royal capital and share his thoughts with you."
"...!"
There was silence on the other end for a long moment.
"I agree."
With that, Julianne hung up.
In that instant, the entire room erupted in cheers as students and teachers jumped to their feet.
(End of Chapter)
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