Chapter 458: Mr. Lanchi Welcomes the Three Great Demon Clan Members as Guests
Chapter 458: Mr. Lanchi Welcomes the Three Great Demon Clan Members as Guests
At the Royal Protoss Magical Academy, as the afternoon drew close to three o'clock, a unique sense of tranquility settled over the main avenue on the north side of the campus.
Initially, traces of clear skies remained, and the historic buildings seemed even more majestic under the warm afternoon sun. However, as time passed, the sky gradually became veiled by a layer of gray clouds.
In the residential area of the campus, students stepping out almost invariably carried umbrellas with them. Even without glancing at the sky, one could sense the freshness and moisture in the air, as the trees and grass eagerly anticipated the nourishing rainfall.
Three teacher figures strolled along the campus road towards the Redmont Administration Building, their strides relaxed and their conversation filled with the familiar warmth of long-time friends reuniting.
"To be honest, I'm a bit nervous. This is my first time meeting the new king face-to-face since officially taking up my position."
Sinora expressed her worry as she gently fiddled with the front of her dress.
She maintained her serene and elegant demeanor, her eyes closed as if immersed in her own world. Yet, the aura she exuded was impossible to ignore.
Her long-sleeved black silk dress billowed gently in the breeze, and her occasional words were softly spoken.
It had all started with a visit from Anthanas.
After changing into more comfortable clothes at home, Anthanas had eagerly gone out to spend time with her siblings, inviting them to join her for a meal as she chattered away.
And so, they had spent the entire afternoon together.
Sinora and Pranay, both of a quieter disposition, didn't mind Anthanas' lively nature and listened attentively to her stories.
When it came to topics related to the new king, they were all ears.
"Don't worry, it'll be fine. I've seen the new king's true form, and while she is indeed very beautiful, she remains kind and approachable."
Anthanas patted Sinora's shoulder reassuringly, a playful smile on her face.
In contrast to Sinora, Anthanas wore a leather vest, tight-fitting leather pants, and tall boots.
Of the three professors, she looked the least like a senior professor and more like a lively lecturer who would be very approachable to students.
Her stride was confident, with a hint of mischief, and her androgynous beauty wove a unique charm in the sunlight and the impending rain. Even in the rain, one could imagine her dancing with joy.
Anthanas knew that due to the 24-hour cooldown of the same 'Transformation: Human' spell, the new king had not undone her disguise in the fifth and sixth basement levels of Helrom Prison. It was only in the fourth basement level that she had revealed her true demon form.
"What does she look like?" Sinora asked, intrigued.
"Silver hair, blue eyes. She resembles Talia from my memories, but their auras are completely different," Anthanas explained.
"Hmm." Sinora couldn't quite recall Talia's appearance after so many years. "Well, that puts my mind at ease. I'll be sure to mind my manners when we meet the new king."
Sinora was concerned that sparring with Anthanas earlier might have left a bad impression on the new king.
As a noble lady from a prominent demon clan, Sinora was mindful of her demeanor and how the new king perceived her.
But hearing Anthanas' description of the new king's consistent gentleness, regardless of her form, eased Sinora's worries. She was determined to be graceful and eloquent in the king's presence.
"... "
Walking behind Anthanas and Sinora, Pranay listened to their conversation. His deep blue suit stood out against the dull sunlight, exuding a sense of restraint and depth. The precise creases of his collar and cuffs emphasized his attention to detail and precision, befitting a meticulous professor.
"You two, stop gossiping. We're almost at the Redmont building. Be careful not to be overheard."
While the new king might not mind their lighthearted chatter, Pranay didn't want to give the impression that they were being childish.
"Alright." Anthanas turned to glance at Pranay, nodding with a playful pout.
Despite his cool gaze, which gave off a sense of distance to most, Pranay's demeanor was polite, and his words conveyed respect and concern for his sister and friend.
After experiencing the destruction of the demon clan, the bond between these three had grown stronger than it had been a hundred years ago.
Perhaps it was because they were among the last familiar faces from their clan, and if they didn't cherish this connection, they would truly be alone in the world—a lonely prospect.
As Anthanas, Sinora, and Pranay walked, they drew curious glances from students along the way.
Firstly, the students hadn't seen professors with such distinctive auras before, but the style of their nameplates suggested that they were newly hired senior professors at the school.
As they drew closer to the Redmont Administration Building, a brick structure with intricate deep gray bas-reliefs came into view.
The building exuded an air of solemn antiquity. The bricks and carvings told a story of history, and the intricate patterns on the bas-reliefs symbolized the academic and intellectual glory of the Royal Protoss Magical Academy.
The three powerful demons used their work access cards to enter through the spacious entrance of the building and into the vast lobby on the first floor.
The ceiling soared to a height of over ten meters, and the soft, warm lighting dispelled the gloom of the rainy day outside.
In this spacious lobby, they spotted a figure waiting for them in the distance—a student attendant.
He was a male student, wearing the standard uniform of the Royal Protoss Magical Academy.
"Please come with me, professors. I'll take you to meet His Majesty."
The student with flaxen-colored hair seemed to be a first-year student, but his bearing resembled that of a seasoned demon clan warrior.
His pale complexion had a touch of sickly beauty, and his cold, dark eyes held a gentleness reminiscent of the king's.
In that moment, Anthanas, Sinora, and Pranay all felt as if they were looking at their former squad leader from the special reconnaissance unit of the Demon King's army.
The three exchanged a brief glance, unsure if this young man was one of their demon kin disguised as a human.
Led by the attendant, the three figures ascended the spacious staircase.
"Where are you from, student?" Pranay inquired, curious about the young man's identity. He couldn't directly ask about the attendant's origins, so he phrased his question carefully.
"I'm from a declining noble family in the eastern part of the Protoss Empire. However, I've recently secured a marriage contract to enter the Snowfield Province in the north. Thanks to the guidance and blessings of a teacher, I've been given a new lease of life, and I wish to repay that debt."
Xiah replied.
He had just arrived in the imperial capital of Helrom yesterday with his fiancee, Lilys Chesterston. Upon their arrival at the Royal Protoss Magical Academy, he received a message from the principal, offering him a position as an assistant in the Redmont Administration Building while also attending classes. This arrangement would also earn him corresponding credit points, equivalent to taking a course.
(End of Chapter)
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