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Chapter 569: Lanchi Will Always Help Sybree Solve Problems
Chapter 569: Lanchi Will Always Help Sybree Solve Problems
The devil at the neighboring table soon attracted their attention, and all eyes turned to the gentle-looking white devil, except for Miss Tia, who was still bowing her head and weeping.
His movements were calm and collected as he stood on the wooden terrace, exuding an air of ease.
"It's wonderful to love others as you love yourself..."
He walked over, his voice gentle and casual as ever, holding a cup of fresh grape juice.
"...but when you're prepared to sacrifice yourself, it becomes all too easy to sacrifice others without realizing it."
The white devil held up his glass as if toasting them.
"So, what should I do?"
For some reason, Miss Tia found herself instinctively responding to the strange gentleman at the next table.
Perhaps it was because, for a brief moment, their eyes met, and she saw a smile of understanding and acceptance that seemed incredibly sincere—a rare smile that made her feel as though, among the multitude, she alone had earned his special respect.
His demeanor conveyed that he understood her completely and without a doubt, and the impression she gave him was precisely what she hoped to leave with him.
He stood quietly, his eyes reflecting the silvery starlight that filled the sky.
It was only then that they noticed he was holding not wine, but a cup of deep red juice; the cold from the ice caused a thin mist to form on the glass, and droplets of water condensed on its surface. Unlike the rest of them, who had already partaken of a few drinks, he seemed to maintain his sobriety.
"Sometimes, why don't we consider being a little more selfish? It might just be the better choice for both parties."
As he drew closer, he naturally sat down on the sofa at their table, leaving only a polite young man facing him, speaking courteously and with the posture of a teacher specializing in aristocratic etiquette.
"..."
Miss Tia fell silent for a moment.
"I dare not..."
Her voice grew softer, and she clenched her fists.
"There are too many lonely souls in this world who are afraid to take the first step. Perhaps your cousin, Lord Lei Mingqing, has been waiting for you, just as lost. All it would take is a word from you to tighten the knot in his heart."
The white devil offered consolation.
Despite his youthful appearance, his choice of words betrayed the wisdom of an elder—as if he had read countless stories of the demon race.
The faint scent of incense and soft lighting on the open-air dining terrace soothed Miss Tia's tearful eyes, and she gradually felt at ease.
A gentle smile played on the white devil's lips, his eyes filled with welcome and understanding. He sat upright but leaned forward slightly, indicating his wholehearted attention to the other devils' stories.
When he spoke, his speech was neither fast nor slow, and each word was carefully chosen. His voice was soft and magnetic, and when explaining complex concepts, he used simple and concrete analogies to aid their understanding.
In addition to Miss Tia, the other young devils at the table began to ask him questions, ranging from personal worries to the dilemmas facing their families or the nation. They sought his wisdom and guidance like students seeking a teacher.
The white devil's gaze remained focused, often nodding to indicate his understanding.
His face frequently wore an expression of comfort and encouragement, and when the devils were lost, he offered practical advice.
"You're already doing great. Have some courage and do what you need to do. Don't let the restlessness and anxiety in your heart destroy the precious passion and calm within you."
Like a psychologist, he soothed the tumultuous and uneven hearts of the devils.
Soon, despite being strangers, they felt as though they had known him for a long time, like old classmates reuniting.
And Miss Tia, as if unburdened of a weight on her heart, unknowingly became engrossed in the gentleman's words.
"Rest assured, if you encounter any difficulties in your communication with Lord Lei Mingqing, you can come to me at any time, and I will offer you advice."
"Thank you."
Most of the time, Lisandra quietly listened from the sidelines.
When she realized what was happening, she suddenly understood—this was what true upper-class nobility looked like. In just a few minutes, he had already sown the seeds of friendship with Lord Lei Mingqing's family.
At the very least, Miss Tia was now very willing to listen to him and seek his counsel.
Obviously, he lived nearby, as he was telling the group about his recent purchase of a water-strider magical vehicle and his plan to test it out by crossing the sea to the opposite Neka Island. He invited them to join him the next time he took it out.
"Miss Lisandra, if you're heading to the palace for work tomorrow, why don't I give you a ride? That way, you won't have to take a long detour."
As the music and entertainment in the lobby paused momentarily, the luminous demon turned to Lisandra with a smile and asked.
"What time?" Lisandra asked, her first instinct being to refuse.
But then she thought about the time she'd save on her commute and how she might be able to sleep in for an extra hour...
For Lisandra, who had been drinking and pulling an all-nighter, this was an irresistible temptation.
"Whenever you're ready, I'll wait for you," he replied casually.
"Thank you!" Lisandra expressed her gratitude.
Just as Lisandra was about to ask his name to thank him properly, he smiled gently.
"Did you have a nice time relaxing?" the luminous demon inquired.
"Yes, it's been a wonderful day," Lisandra answered, turning to look at her new friend. "This banquet has been special for me. I still haven't met the host yet, and I live over there..." She gestured toward the fence, fading into the night. "Tonight, I was invited by Makasi's butler." She finally confessed.
None of the other nobles found it inappropriate that she had been invited to the restaurant in this manner, and they were even surprised that she had received an invitation from Makasi.
"..." The luminous demon looked at Lisandra, his face reflecting natural confusion.
"What's wrong?" Lisandra asked, unsure of the reason for his reaction and feeling as if she had done something wrong.
Suddenly, she realized something. Why had this luminous demon, Mr. Lanchi, assumed that she would be commuting to the palace across the bay from this nearby area tomorrow?
"I am Makasi," the luminous demon said with a helpless smile.
"What?!' Lisandra exclaimed, covering her mouth in shock. "I'm so sorry! I chatted with you for so long without recognizing you." She quickly added an apology.
Not just her, but the other demons at the table were also stunned into silence. The mysterious demon, who was almost legendary, had been chatting with them like friends without them realizing it.
"It's alright. I thought you might have seen me when you first moved in. It seems I haven't been attentive enough as the restaurant owner," Lanchi said with a smile, introducing himself to everyone.
After shaking hands with the young demons, who were still in a daze, Lanchi didn't get to chat much longer before his butler hurried over, saying that a minister wanted to speak with him privately.
"My apologies, but I must take my leave now. Miss Lisandra, see you tomorrow," he said, standing up to bid farewell to Lisandra and the others, bowing slightly. He also picked up the small, sleeping figure from the neighboring sofa and carried her away.
Even after he had walked away, Tia, still sitting on the sofa, murmured as if she were waking from a dream, "He's... Rocky Makasi?"
As they had chatted along the way, they had imagined and speculated about Makasi's appearance, but never once did they think he would be such a friendly demon.
In the materialistic demon world, he seemed to maintain an inner sanctum, unlike the typical upper-class demon who had climbed to a high position.
But when they recalled their conversation with him, everything made sense, and he indeed possessed a unique charm.
"It's a pity he's not a greater demon. Otherwise, I feel that if he had married the princess, perhaps that unfortunate princess could have found happiness as well," Tia sighed with relief.
Although Mr. Makasi had promised to help her with her romantic endeavors, she knew that his offer was a comforting joke.
"I wish I could fantasize like that too. More than anyone, I want the princess to be happy, and Mr. Makasi seems like the perfect match for her," Lisandra said, gazing up at the starry sky.
However, it was clear that Makasi was not skilled in fighting, and they could all sense that.
Regardless, there would be something new to share with the princess tomorrow.
Due to the matter with the vampire investigator, the princess had been suffering from a headache all afternoon and might not be able to sleep at all tonight.
But Lisandra had inexplicably heard the princess praying for things like "don't take away her merit," "let her handle it peacefully on her own," and "she can do it."
The princess must be under tremendous mental pressure.
Lisandra could only pray that the vampire detective wouldn't actually catch a demon murderer in the Demon King's city tomorrow.
(End of Chapter)
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