NOVPUB"How do you want me to proceed?"
Phoenix gazed at Lanci, his voice trembled as he asked.
If there was still a chance, even if it was for his sister Felice, he would try his hardest.
"I have to tell you first, you’ve colluded with the Rebirth Church and attempted murder, trying to cause a significant accident, imprisonment is inevitable. However, if you plead guilty actively and behave well, you may be pardoned in recognition of your contributions and have your sentence reduced... When you are in jail, just tell them to find me, I will help you with the lawsuit personally," Lanci said.
Lanci explained Phoenix’s shortest possible sentence plainly, committing a crime meant serving time in prison, this had nothing to do with "whether or not willing to join Lanci".
"As for your sister, if she is truly innocent, after undergoing strict verification by the Church of the Goddess of Destiny, she can seek refuge with High Priest Loren, I will arrange for her to transfer to Ichrite Academy, you don’t have to worry about leaving things behind. Of course, at that time, your sister will also receive extra attention and protection from Dean Loren."
"..."
Phoenix listened to Lanci’s words, his lips sealed tight and fists clenched.
The plan proposed by Lanci was undoubtedly the best situation for both siblings at the moment.
Compared to the scenarios previously mentioned by the Great Love Poet, Phoenix couldn’t think of how Lanci could be more compassionate.
Any normal person would know whom to trust among High Priest Loren and Bishop Ivanos of Destruction.
Yet, Phoenix worried.
After he was caught and imprisoned as a felon.
His sister might suffer criticism in Ichrite Academy and live a very unhappy life.
Thinking of this, he could only blame himself deeply.
"The above matters will occur as long as you do not deceive Dean Loren, sincerely acknowledge your mistakes and repent."
Lanci hadn’t finished his explanation yet; he was still talking to Phoenix.
Indeed, Ivanos’ intentions were quite twisted.
Lanci knew that if this attack plan had succeeded, Phoenix’s sister, after undergoing a series of inspections in the Capital of Hutton, would likely be protected by the kind-hearted Loren.
However, having a brother who is a cultist, a murderer, a terrorist, and having killed students of Sage Academy and innocent civilians, would brand Felice for life and label her, forcing the poor girl to never be able to hold up her head in Ichrite, and live a life ostracized from happiness, only encountering malicious blame.
Perhaps this was one of the small endings that Ivanos expected.
Lanci did not agree; he expected a scenario where all were happy.
Therefore, he wouldn’t let Ivanos get what he wished for.
"Phoenix, please rest assured, no matter what crimes you have committed, I guarantee that your sister won’t face any unfair treatment at Ichrite Academy, our school will never allow any bullying of students," said Lanci in a serious tone.
"...!!"
Phoenix raised his head in surprise on hearing Lanci’s words; it seemed as if a glimmer of light had appeared in his eyes.
Originally, he couldn’t let go of his worries for his sister even after receiving such a promise, which felt like empty words from a leader, even if it was made by Loren.
After all, no one could guarantee that the other students would not bully his sister privately, some inherent discriminations that come with malice cannot be eliminated.
But if he had the promise of the person in front of him...
It was undoubtedly trustworthy.
Because there won’t be any unreasonable students doing things that Lanci considers "incorrect", "unfriendly", or "requires rectification".
His love may be chaotic and twisted, but it is all-embracing.
Even the outcasts rejected by human society and needed to be erased, he could still provide refuge.
Treating everyone equally.
At this moment, in Phoenix’s eyes, the warm light made Lanci’s figure bright, he seemed to be standing on that sacred shore, extending an olive branch to him.
Phoenix couldn’t describe what a great favor it was.
He had dreamed of severing all ties with the Rebirth Church and allowing his sister to live a life free of danger.
He didn’t dare to dream, even think of such a day coming, gradually becoming numb, and even was losing this idea.
What he thought he would never get, was now truly in front of him.
Phoenix finally knew what ignited the fire in his heart.
It was as if a fire of anger that had been smoldering, suddenly turned red-hot.
If he had to give an example, it was like a faith being ignited, he could give everything out, without worrying about anything, just sleeping peacefully. There was no insecurity, no fear, no need to tremble and cry out for the darkness, and would not be awakened by the horrifying nightmare of losing everything.
Even if he had to entrust his life to this protector, he was sincerely convinced.
"Mr. Lanci, I..."
Phoenix’s voice trembled as he began to speak,
He shouted his heart out in a fit of almost chest-ripping joy,
"I pledge my allegiance to you!"
"Very well."
Lanci nodded in satisfaction.
He had gained another excellent prospective student.
As a dean, it was his duty and obligation to save more young men and women from straying.
On this trip to the Rebirth Church in the Northern Continent, he was determined to recruit more freshmen.
He would not allow this evil church to ravage any more young people!
Justice was on his side!
"So, don’t tell anyone about what we discussed, including Loren. Understand?"
"Of course, we have only met once, and it’s only coincidence you caught me."
Phoenix nodded.
"..."
Hyperion, standing beside Lanci, sneaked a glance at him.
She suspected that Lanci’s trip to the Northern Continent had more objectives than he had initially revealed...
...
Several hours later, the rain was about to stop. The sky was still gray and there was no sunset to be seen.
Talia’s house, particularly the attic made of wood, looked especially beautiful in the rain.
The rhythm of the raindrops, combined with the tranquility of the loft, each raindrop brought a leisurely rhythm to the space, allowing one to feel the rhythm of rain and the breath of nature. The glass window on the ceiling, made up of wooden boards and slanting beams, was moistened by the rain and had become a huge transparent painting board. The tiny raindrops gently tapped on the glass, converging, flowing, and dispersing, reflecting the night sky and forming a constantly changing watercolor painting.
The delicate wood grain on the walls looked even deeper under the lights. The warm-toned décor and the furniture, accompanied by the sound of the rain, seemed capable of enveloping one’s soul in a warm blanket.
The loft at this moment seemed like a small world detached from the outside one, with only the sound of rain tapping the window, immersing one in the momentary peace and harmony.
Talia had been called downstairs again to help serve as a waitress.
While Lanci and Hyperion both stayed in her home.
Now, in addition to her lounge chair, there were two more chairs in Talia’s home.
One for Lanci, and the other for Hyperion.
Ever since Hyperion arrived, Talia seemed to tacitly allow Lanci to stay at her place.
"Another encrypted version of [Proof of Resurrection - Destruction] obtained, along with [Great Puppet Theater] and [Destruction Spark], the spells of the Bishop of Destruction. Good deeds are always rewarded."
Lanci looked at the few magic cards in his hand, unexpectedly gaining such a fortuitous gain.
These were all obtained from Phoenix.
Phoenix was still locked up in the warehouse. Tomorrow morning, when Dean Loren returns to the school, Phoenix can be handed directly to Dean Loren, to avoid any complications.
Phoenix, rather than let his cards be confiscated by the Kingdom of Hutton, might as well give them all to Lanci.
And unbinding these two Pink Sacred magic cards had cost a considerable amount of expensive materials and time.
Moreover, after removing the soul binding, not only did Phoenix become weak, it also led to some of his card slots being unusable for a long time.
This was the price to pay for unbinding Pink Sacred magic cards.
Although the Bishop of Destruction, Ivanos, was the holder of the [Original Tablet - Fire] and a symbol of disaster and incineration, Lanci, as a card maker, also had some understanding of fire.
"These two cards are too dangerous, I need to keep them properly."
After giving [Proof of Resurrection - Destruction] to Hyperion, Lanci put the other two Pink Sacred cards [Great Puppet Theater] and [Destruction Spark] away, because both mass control of civilians and self-destruction were not suited for Hyperion. 𝔫𝖔𝔳𝔭𝔲𝔟.𝖈𝔬𝔪
"..."
Hyperion always felt that keeping these two cards was not necessarily a good thing if they were in Lanci’s hands.
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Triple update today, there is still another chapter!
