Published at 25th of November 2020 04:51:49 PM
Chapter 102
Chapter 102: Compromise
A dazzling blade with a gorgeous pattern welded onto it; Crafted using profound metals, it was vastly beyond what human workmanship could emulate .
It was orders of magnitude better than the low quality molybdenum sword he originally had . Apart from its overly vampiric design, there was nothing he could nitpick at .
“…You’ve resolved the most pressing problem for me . Th—Thank you . ” Although Ji Bai found it somewhat difficult to get the words ‘thank you’ out of his mouth, in the end, he still managed to do so .
“Earlier, what did you rely on to find my location that quickly?” Lin was seemingly more concerned with another problem than Ji Bai, someone she was at odds with .
“My intuition for vampires . Does that count?”
After saying that, Ji Bai turned his body around and ran down the path he came from .
After seeing his silhouette gradually disappear into the distance, Lin was slightly startled when she turned around and prepared to pack up the remains of the spider specimen .
The spot where the monster remains were supposed to be was now completely empty .
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“Mhm~ This bitterness carries a fragrant sweetness . Truly worthy of a tea brewed by Miss Lan . ” Smiled a handsome and carefree youth clad in formal attire who was clasping a teacup in his hands .
“Those tea leaves were actually brought in by you . Don’t tell me that the tea’s flavor changes according to the person brewing it?” Lan Yi raised her eyebrows slightly .
“Sigh, Lil’ Lan is truly as unromantic as ever . With this, I can be at ease now . ” Joked the youth .
“If you have any official matter in mind, then hurry up and spit it out . I’m not particularly free right now . ” Saying so, Lan Yi shot a glance at the pile of paperwork that went up to her chest .
“If my memory serves me right, you’re just an assistant of the chivalric order, am I right? Why then does it seem like every document has to be looked over by you?” The youth gave a beaming smile as he looked at Lan Yi .
“It can’t be helped, my Chivalric Leader isn’t pulling her weight . No matter what task it is, she always pushes it to me . ” Lan Yi heaved a slow sigh; Whether that was a sigh of lament or helplessness was unknown .
“Oh, is she that adorable vampire excellency? …She seems to be very fascinated with human technology . ”
“…You guys have kept tabs on her?” Lan Yi’s tone suddenly turned cold .
“Haha, it was just a question, nothing more . That said, you shouldn’t be too sensitive Lil’ Lan-Lan . A sensitive woman won’t have any suitors, alright~” The handsome and carefree man gave a calm smile and gulped down the tea inside his cup .
“Clack . ” Following the sound of someone twisting a doorknob, the door to the hall opened .
“Ji Bai? How did you find out where the reception room is?” Lan Yi’s brows slightly rose when she saw the person who had arrived .
“By asking the lady at the front desk . That’s not difficult . ” After saying that, Ji Bai narrowed his eyes . He was sizing up the handsome and carefree youth who was leisurely sitting on a bench — Or, to be precise, the ‘object’ behind him .
“Oh, isn’t this the first year’s champion? It’s been a long time since we last saw each other . I wonder if you still remember me . ” The handsome and carefree youth placed his teacup down and greeted him with a smile .
“I remember . ”
“This is truly my honor . After all, it has already been some time since we last met each other . ”
“No, I managed to catch a glimpse of you yesterday on the third floor’s balcony of the discipline committee building . ” Ji Bai shook his head .
“Oh, is that so?”
“…If it’s alright with you, I hope you can openly show yourself . ” Ji Bai said as he looked at the handsome and carefree youth… the shadow behind him .
“…”
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“It’s alright . There’s no outsider here, so you can come out, Phantom . ” The handsome and carefree youth smiled and clapped his hands .
“…” Among the following silence, the sound of footsteps resounded where the shadow was . A black-hooded man, whose skin was covered from head to toe with leather armor and fabric, walked out with his arms folded .
“Why do you still bring along your bodyguard when there are no outsiders around?” Asked Lan Yi expressionlessly .
“Well, you know, my chap, Phantom, is a seasoned otaku . When there’s time, I’ll naturally bring this guy out for a walk . Otherwise mold is going to grow on his body . ” Said the youth and revealed a mischievous smile .
“…” Phantom himself remained silent and stood in the corner with his arms folded .
“Since someone requires your assistance, we shan’t disturb you any further . Goodbye . ” The handsome and carefree youth stood up and revealed a candid smile . As he walked towards the door, he shot a flitting glance at Ji Bai through the corner of his eyes . Following behind him was the ever-quiet Phantom, who brushed past Ji Bai on his way out .
“Click . ” The door closed .
“You have arrived here in quite a hurry . I presume you have some important matter that requires my assistance? ” Asked Lan Yi as she began to pack up the tea set .
“Problems have arisen in Border Town . ”
“Mhm? What type of problem?”
“Parasite . ”
“Oh, was it Lin who told you about that? I guess I don’t have a choice then . ” Lan Yi stopped packing up the tea set and turned her head around .
“Monsters have appeared inside the city . ”
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“If what you’re referring to are gnomes, my guess is that you’re on the mark . ”
“It’s not just them . ” Ji Bai shook his head and narrated everything he had seen and heard today to Lan Yi .
“A large spider with a human face? What type of demon breed is that exactly?” Lan Yi frowned slightly .
“I can guarantee that it’s not a demon . ”
“So, where is it?”
“It was killed by the parasite and a strange sorcerer . ” Explained Ji Bai unenthusiastically .
“A sorcerer?” Lan Yi pinched her forehead as if she was experiencing a slight headache .
“How could there possibly be a shaman in these parts…”
“Let’s put this question aside for the time being . You’re going to send some people to explore the sewers, am I right?”
“Yes, but the people who are willing to go into an unseemly and vile environment like the sewers are very few . The points awarded aren’t very high either . ”
“Points?”
“Mhm . I haven’t gotten the chance to explain it to you yet . The common currency within the Chivalric Order of the Moon Knights are points, and only by going through missions and finishing your schoolwork can one obtain them . They can be converted into items like weapons and equipment, or even be exchanged for outside currency . ” Explained Lan Yi .
“This stuff doesn’t matter . You guys should just give whatever you see fit . Just give me a spot in the mission . ”
“No way . A newcomer isn’t allowed to participate in such a difficult mission . After all, the enemy you’ll have to face might be a bona fide demon . ” Said Lan Yi coldly .
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“Do you think I am afraid of demons?” Ji Bai moved his head closer .
“I know you have your skills, but this is the rule . ”
“So, are you guys just going to drag it out like that? Then, has the official chivalric order made its move?
“They have dispatched their troops, however, that was just a symbolic gesture consisting of a few silver knights . Compared to exploring, it seemed more like they were trying to pacify the residents . It’s obvious that they don’t treat this matter with great importance . ”
“…” Ji Bai was silent . Carrying his sword, he turned around and tried to leave .
“Are you looking for death?”
“What?” Ji Bai stopped his tracks .
“I know what you want to do… Even a battle-hardened knight has to think it through before leaving for a dark, unknown territory alone . What will happen to Ke’er if you were to leave like this, only to never come back??”
“When a demon with unknown motives is moving below my bed, I won’t be able to get any sleep, and I’m sure it’s the same for the commoners in the entire town . ”
“…When it comes to paranoia, I really am no match to you . ” Lan Yi heaved a sigh .
“So you have given your consent?”
“There’s one condition: At the minimum, you have to rope in two classmates from the class you’re in into a group . I won’t agree otherwise . ”
“I am capable of handling this on my own . “
”No . If you’re to act on your own initiative, I am going to tell Ke’er . ” With an expressionless face, Lan Yi spoke in a tone that suggested that this was not up for negotiation .