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Akasha's words made Houdini and the others' eyes light up. Compared to the extravagant and powerful Cullen Royal Family, Roddy's "hardworking and simple" style obviously made the mages of the Lachman Kingdom feel a little closer to him.
Most of the Lachman Kingdom's assets were spent on magic research, wizard towers, magic scrolls, and the like. Even the wealthiest among them rarely spent money on meaningless decorations or "extravagances" because they were meaningless to them. This concept was also related to their experience. In the decades of struggle to oust the clergy from the ruling class, Wizard Rachman had relied on this habit of "spending good steel on the edge of a blade" to successfully gain a foothold.
To put it bluntly, they were the grassroots who had just "become masters" and had not had time to adapt to this kind of luxurious life. They still had the "occupational disease" of meticulous budgeting in their bones.
Therefore, for Houdini and the others, the extravagant life and extravagant extravagance were not something they were envious of. In their eyes, Charles II's behavior was actually a "waste of gold" in private.
"… Prime Minister of the Eiferta Cabinet, Lord of Elsen City, I, Roddy, sincerely apologize to you …"
Roddy looked at Houdini, who was the leader, and took the lead to bow. The latter hurriedly waved his hand and helped him up. "It's all my fault. It's all my fault. I didn't look carefully at the warning signs. When people get old … they always become careless!"
Houdini was full of smiles. He had already forgotten his disappointment and disdain for Elsen City. His tone was like that of a good friend who had not seen each other for many years.
However, this was, after all, a formal "diplomatic meeting". Coupled with the fact that the previous attack was indeed embarrassing, the atmosphere between the two sides naturally cooled down after a few pleasantries.
Fortunately, Merlinsera saved the situation in time. She stood up and said to Roddy with a smile, "When you invited me, you were so confident. But when I really came, you directly used a forbidden spell? Roddy, you're really good — "
Roddy's mouth twitched. He never thought Merlina would speak to him with such an expression and tone, but he reacted quickly and replied, "Ha! Don't mention it, I was almost scared to death when I saw the signal you sent. See … the mage who went up with me to record the signal hasn't come back yet. "
Roddy told them about how Lyme was afraid of heights and didn't know how to levitate. It immediately caused a wave of laughter and livened up the atmosphere. But Merlinsera didn't seem to think that was enough. She grabbed Roddy's arm and stepped forward. "Alright, alright, you have to find me a comfortable room. You have to let me see how good Elson is! You have to let me see it for myself!"
"Hey, I wouldn't dare to lie to you."
"Oh right, I'm going to Lassiman with Wizard Houdini to broaden my horizons. Don't be envious ~"
"Is that so? Then you have to bring me back some souvenirs … "
Roddy scratched his head and giggled as he was dragged away by Merlina. To Houdini and the others, this scene was perfectly normal. If they weren't old friends, how could the usually cold Merlina smile so brightly?
Thus, the Lassiman mages relaxed and followed Roddy into Elson City while chatting and laughing.
Rody and Merlinsera were still chatting at the front, but Akasha, who was following behind them, pursed her lips as if she had something on her mind. Her gaze frequently fell on the back of the Dragon. As someone who knew the background of the Dragons, Akasha couldn't help but feel a chill in her heart.
They've only been in the human world for a few months …
Akasha had a lot on her mind, but Camilla also had a lot on her mind. She introduced the buildings on both sides of the road to Houdini and the others with a smile while observing Merlinsera, who was dragging Rody away. No one knew what she was thinking.
The accommodation arranged for the diplomatic mission was at the edge of the inner city, so it didn't take long to walk there. Roddy said a few words to Houdini in the living room and gestured for him to have lunch first. In the afternoon, he would bring them to tour the buildings in the city.
Naturally, Houdini agreed and happily led his people away.
There was a hint of eagerness in his footsteps. It was obvious that he had made some conclusions from his observations and was looking forward to the tour. But this mage obviously didn't know that as soon as he left, Roddy and Merlina who were chatting and laughing behind him instantly fell silent, causing the large living room to feel a little cold.
Roddy rubbed his stiff cheeks. He seemed relaxed along the way, but in fact, his whole body was tense. On one hand, he was thinking hard about why she was behaving like that, but on the other hand, he had to maintain a smile on his face. When there was no one else around, he hesitantly asked, "Erm … Are you hurt?"
The two were indeed friends who trusted each other, but after not seeing each other for a long time, there was still some distance between them. Merlinsera exhaled, and her previously lively and excited tone became lower. However, she didn't seem nervous at all. She lazily leaned back and lay on the soft High Elven-style wooden couch. She rolled her eyes at Rody and said, "How could I be fine? I almost thought you were going to kill me to silence me."
"Erm … I'm really sorry, I —"
"Alright, alright. Can't you tell that I'm joking? Or do you mean that everyone in Eiffta lacks a sense of humor? "
Hearing her words, the lingering emotions in Roddy's heart finally disappeared. His straightened back also relaxed. "I also thought it was a little sudden. I didn't think that you would bring Lacheman's envoy with you. I also understand what Ambassador Houdini meant. No matter what, I still have to thank you — "
"Tsk, tsk. Do you treat everyone in this business-like manner?"
Merlina turned to look at Roddy. Her gaze directly interrupted his words.
She elegantly held her cheek with her right hand. Because she was wearing a Magician's robe, her perfect curves were naturally highlighted. This scene was a feast for Roddy's eyes. However, this kind of beauty was even more admirable. She was as flawless as a statue in a temple, and no one would have the desire to profane her.
"I just wanted to visit Elson, and Lacheman and his people just happened to find an excuse. It's not as complicated as you think."
Roddy knew that some words should not be overstated, so he replied, "Seems like I'm overthinking it. But in the end, this city will always welcome you."
"That's more like it."
Merlina nodded in satisfaction. "Speaking of which, I saw those magic circles at the door just now …"
This time, the conversation was no longer as awkward as before. Merlina's tone became lively again. As she asked about Roddy's recent situation, she jumped down from the wooden chair and looked at the wooden chair she was lying on. Then, she walked around the living room without any self-awareness as a guest. Instead, she acted as if she was the host.
When Roddy talked about himself, she talked non-stop about her experiences in the Magic Academy. In just a short while, she had talked more than the two of them combined. Then, seemingly inadvertently, her gaze stopped on Roddy's chest. As if sensing it, Roddy reached out to take out the Purple Dragon Crystal and shook it. He smiled and said, "Do you miss the time when you could fly?"
"There's always more to gain than to lose."
Merlina seemed to be hinting at something. She smiled and changed the topic.
Rody had always had a question in his mind. Ever since he met Merinsera, she had always been unapproachable. Only now did he realize that this was not a drastic change in Merinsera's personality. Instead, it was her natural 'nature' after she had gotten rid of the heavy burden and pressure on her shoulders.
However, he was only half right. This was because Roddy did not know that she was also cold and aloof when she was in the Royal Magic Academy.
Merlina asked all sorts of questions. When she mentioned the shocking attack of the floating space tower, she was shocked by Roddy's answer. "You mean that attack was not the most powerful defense?"
She turned to look at the shadow of the floating space tower outside the window and said thoughtfully, "Can this place defend against the attack of the Dragons?"
Roddy shrugged. "I don't know how to defend against the attack of the Dragons. If they suddenly attack me like you, I really can't stop them …"
"Why? Want to try? "Merlina raised her chin.
"No, no … But if you really run into trouble, my place is definitely more reliable than anywhere else."
Roddy's words naturally had some hidden meaning. Merlina lowered her eyes after hearing it. She felt extremely warm inside — this was a feeling she could never experience anywhere else …
However, she cleverly hid her emotions and replied with a smile, "I have to admit, I am as curious as Houdini now."
"I won't let you down," Roddy replied as he stood up. His smile was filled with indescribable confidence. "Looks like Houdini can't wait any longer. Let's go, I'll show you something new."
"I know what's good and what's bad. Don't try to fool me with some ordinary stuff."
She walked out of the guest hall with Roddy in a familiar manner. When they stood on the street, she suddenly realized that there was a huge shadow in front of them —
"This is …"
"Everyone, it must have been a long journey this morning, so we will change the way we visit in the afternoon." Rody walked to the front of the "rail transport ship" with its elegant curves and said to the mages who had just finished their meals, "Everyone, please board the ship in order. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
Rody looked at the silly sorcerers in front of him and inexplicably thought of the tour guides waving flags. Of course, this group of sorcerers were not completely at a loss. However, when they boarded the 'rail transport' that had been modified with leather seats and looked at the scenery passing by, their exclamations did not stop.
"This … Lassman also had a similar idea, but — rail … Why didn't we think of rail!"
"Overlapping energy refraction spell formation? Oh my god … How did they do it?! "
"The building's layout matches the spell formation!"
Without Roddy having to say anything, these mages could naturally analyze the internal key from the surface. However, it was obvious that Roddy wanted to show them more than that. As the "rail transport" stopped at the "Magic Library" and "Magic Research Institute" and toured the limited areas, these mages had already given up the last bit of restraint they had. Their eyes were filled with passion and they could not move their feet. In fact, Roddy had to call them a few times before they were allowed to leave the laboratory …
Houdini could not say anything to remind his subordinates, because at certain times, his behavior was no different from these apprentices.
"Next, we will enter the 'Munitions Factory'. Hmm … This place is a little different from the 'Blacksmith Shop' you know. Please forgive me for avoiding a few buildings to keep some formulas a secret, but I think you will be interested in what you see next …"
His hands under his robe were tightly clenched. Houdini tried to remind himself to stay calm, but Roddy's seemingly casual introduction and explanation seemed to have the power of a forbidden spell. When the Munitions Factory's Jingle Assembly Line appeared in front of him, he finally could not control his emotions and stood up in shock …
In his field of vision, pieces of metal on the assembly line were going through all kinds of smelting, stamping, hammering, dipping, and cooling procedures. When it was about to take shape, he could even see the huge machinery directly engraving the spell formation on the metal, thus creating the "Enchanted Weapons" in batches!
The mages who were still constantly amazed were now completely silent. They had been frightened by the scene in front of them and held their breath. Because anyone with a brain knew what such an ability meant …
So when their eyes once again gathered on Roddy who was wearing a simple robe, no one would see him as a "little country lord" anymore.
At this moment, they only felt that they were the country bumpkins.
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I'm really sorry, this chapter is too late. I'll try to write the next chapter every day. Previously, I had too many days off and had no time to write. Recently, the company's activity allocation has changed, and my work is not as heavy as before. Maybe I can consider becoming a slash youth.
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