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Chapter 355: Lanchi's Audacity Knows No Bounds
Chapter 355: Lanchi's Audacity Knows No Bounds
The two continued down the hallway, their figures gradually fading into the shadows at the end of the corridor, leaving only the speckled light to dance upon the empty path.
They made their way to the foundation level and, under the watchful eyes of the prison guards, exited Creston Prison together.
Beyond the fortress-like walls of gray stone lay the picturesque city of Creston, its beauty stretching out before them.
It was now one o'clock in the afternoon, and the sun hung high in the sky, casting a gentle glow. The sky took on a pale blue-white hue, a characteristic of spring days in this snowy region, bright and clear.
After nearly a month away, the familiarity of Creston City enveloped them once more, and their steps grew lighter.
Aside from the snowy journeys, their longest respite had always been in Creston City, a haven of peace and tranquility in this snowy realm.
"I must say, I think you're a pretty decent headmaster now."
Xide commented thoughtfully.
Not only had he taught Xia Ya, an exemplary student, but he had also managed to rein in Agnello, a troublesome one.
"Oh? You know a thing or two, don't you?"
Lanchi's eyes lit up at the compliment.
"Of course,"
Xide replied with a proud smile.
Their plan was to spend the night at the Creston City Manor before setting off again the next day, heading south to Hexi Mountain Province, the transportation hub in the northern region of the Protoss Empire. From there, they would board the magic-powered railway and return to the imperial capital, Herrom.
Previously, they had stayed at the manor of Viscount Levin Creston, and this time, the Viscount had once again prepared rooms for them.
As they strolled through the streets, their conversation flowed, and their gazes occasionally met.
Hearing Lanchi and Xide chatting away like old times, Mao Boss looked up at Xide with a worried expression.
"What about the blockade in Hexi Mountain Province? How are you going to get Xide past that?"
Mao Boss looked at Xide and then at Lanchi, awaiting an answer.
Mao Boss had overheard their conversation at the inn, where they had discussed how, upon reaching Hexi Mountain Province, the seal masters there would detect the curse mark on Xigrid's body, regardless of her disguise.
The main force of the Extinction Branch's high priests was stationed in Hexi Mountain Province, and it was not a checkpoint that Lanchi could force his way through with Snowfield Province's might.
However, Xigrid seemed utterly unconcerned, lounging with a carefree air as if all she had to do was lounge around, pet the cat, and wait for her next meal!
"Don't worry, leave it to me."
Lanchi glanced at Mao Boss and reassured him,
"I'll need to make a card later, and once it's done, we can set off."
The Viscount's manor had a room equipped for card-making, complete with all the necessary tools. It had been a while since he had last practiced his old trade.
Regardless, he needed to get Xigrid back to the imperial capital, Herrom, as soon as possible.
Firstly, he had a major interview scheduled with the Herrom Broadcasting Corporation. As the headmaster, he couldn't afford to stand up the interviewer.
Secondly, Xigrid's bishop election was imminent. As a member of the Dominant Catholic Church, if she won, she would become the sole decision-maker for the Resurrection Church in the Protoss Empire. From then on, only the two of them would control the church's affairs within the empire's borders.
"Then I want to watch you make the card, but will it affect you if someone is there?"
Xide was intrigued and eager to witness the crafting skills of a Saint.
"It's fine. In fact, I need a pair of eyes on me while I work."
Although his assistant, Ai the Poet, was not around, the card he needed to make this time was not particularly challenging, and he was familiar with the process.
And with an older woman by his side keeping a watchful eye on him, his success rate in card-making would surely increase, wouldn't it?
"In that moment just now, did you happen to think of something very rude?"
Xide lifted his head and stared into Lanchi's eyes, scrutinizing him before asking with disdain.
"Absolutely not, only respect," Lanchi replied with certainty.
"Reeeally?" Xide drew out the word.
"I truly respect you," Lanchi said, his gaze as natural as could be.
"..."
"Forget it. Your attitude towards me has been consistent, whether I was in my prime or in my current weakened state. I'll give you a pass this time and won't deduct any favorability points."
Xide closed his eyes in resignation and waved his hand.
"By the way, what's the point of favorability now?" Lanchi wondered.
He felt that as long as his favorability didn't drop low enough for Xide to leave his side, there wasn't much difference.
"Xide is even willing to face death with you. Aren't you touched to have a girl like her by your side?"
After some thought, Xide painted a picture like a storytelling maiden, describing the scene from that morning when they had faced the Saint of Extinction on the snowfield.
"..." Lanchi stared at Xide, wanting to retort but stopping short.
This Boss Mao was even skimping on his empty promises now.
Seeing Lanchi's helpless expression, Xide smiled again.
"You need to keep working hard, Saint."
Xide patted Lanchi's back contentedly, a happy expression on his face.
Even without his powers, she felt no worry for the future.
With their footsteps, the familiar manor gradually came into view.
The majestic building seemed to greet them, its familiar red brick walls and roof standing out.
In front of the manor's gate, the uniformed guards opened the door as soon as they saw the two and offered them the most respectful greeting.
The courtyard was as picturesque as ever, with flowers, greenery, and fountains sparkling in the sunlight. Every few steps, they could hear the crunch of melting ice and snow, and the frost on the roofs of the buildings became moist and soft, like embedded crystals.
Along the way, as he listened to their conversation, Boss Mao frowned. He suddenly realized a problem.
The two months he had spent with Lanchi in the northern continent had made him thoroughly understand that Lanchi possessed a terrifying ambition that even he himself was unaware of. Sometimes he was as gentle as a housewife, with a hint of maternal caring. Coupled with his bizarre talents, it all blended into an incredibly dangerous poison.
Tata seemed to resist this poison, always unconsciously drawing a clear line between herself and Lanchi.
Xiubo could not only stay clear-headed in the presence of this poison but also suppress its toxicity.
And Xide had the monstrous quality to drink this poison without a bottom line.
So, in addition to indulging Lanchi, she constantly exacerbated his demonic nature. Lanchi also felt satisfied by this recognition and support, taking this female version of himself as a reference, hey, he thought, he seemed quite normal.
The more Boss Mao thought about it, the more bizarre he felt it was.
In a typical youth romance story, it should be about a boy meeting a girl, and the two healing and redeeming each other...
Others flew like birds, but these two were like a drill meeting energy and heading straight for hell.
It's so weird, too weird... Let's take another look.
(End of Chapter)
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