Imperial Crown.

Chapter 119: Fireworks and Silver Flowers Never Sleep (2 Words Update )

If there is anyone in Eagle Town whose reputation can match Raven, it must be Lux.

As the only priest and doctor in Eagle Town, she can be said to be conscientious and even perfect.

Although the Church of Light has always claimed that it always stands on the side of believers, spreading kindness, mercy and love, and wants to spread the grace of the Lord of Light to every corner of the continent.

However, in reality, most pastors and priests in churches are still greedy for money and are willing to serve the rich. They will never say a word to the poor people. The previous priest of Eagle Town was such a person.

Only Lux is different.

She treats everyone equally. No matter if the people are injured or sick, they will receive her careful care. It is also common for her to give them medicine for free and teach them how to identify herbs.

The previously transferred residents were able to quickly integrate into Eagle Town, and Lux’s medical skills and kindness were indispensable.

Today was no exception. Among the large number of refugees pouring in, quite a few were sick. Even though the number had gradually decreased, Lux still saw dozens of patients today. It was not until it was completely dark that she was finally able to take a break.

She washed her face and sat in the bedroom with her feet in the pine tub, enjoying a rare moment of relaxation after a tiring day. She stared blankly at the wall, emptying her mind.

But for some reason, the originally smooth wall began to change as he watched, as if it had turned into Raven's face.

Lux quickly shook her head to wake herself up, but her eyes inadvertently fell on the bedside table, where the Angel's Kiss that Raven gave her was placed.

Looking at the exquisite bottle, Lux felt a slight sadness in her heart.

Just at this moment, the creaking sound of footsteps was heard in the wooden corridor, which made Lux instantly alert.

Although she believes in the simplicity of her subjects, Lux is by no means an inexperienced person with no sense of self-preservation.

The creaking sound disappeared, and a charming voice sounded outside the door: "Lux, are you there?"

It's Raven!
Lux's breathing suddenly stagnated, and her heart suddenly became a little panicked. She had never expected that Raven would appear here, just outside her bedroom, making her not know how to react for a moment.

Just as he was distracted, the door lock opened with a click, and Raven pushed the door open and walked in.

When their eyes met, Raven was stunned.

Her golden hair was scattered on Lux's shoulders, revealing the fragility and purity unique to a girl. Her sapphire eyes were trembling slightly, and her little mouth was slightly open, looking very surprised.

The loose nightgown covers the body, but its childish style makes the owner look more innocent, making it impossible for people to have any evil thoughts.

Her pair of snow-white feet were soaked in the basin, and through the water surface, one could clearly see her smooth and straight insteps.

Lux's face suddenly turned red: "Raven! You, you get out!"

Oh no, I’m being treated as a hooligan!
But it just so happens that Raven is in Lux's room right now.

If you are kicked out now, you will never be able to get in again!
With a touch on the belt, a beautifully wrapped gift box suddenly appeared in Raven's hand: "I'm here to celebrate your birthday!"

"...Ah?" Lux blinked: "Today is the 31st?"

Seeing that Lux was willing to listen to him, Raven let out a long breath and quickly explained, "Yes, that's why I came to the church. The side door was not closed, and I looked for you for a long time but couldn't find you, so I came to the bedroom."

"I was really worried that you might be in danger! I didn't mean to barge in on purpose!"

Of course, if you look closely, Raven's skill in opening the door lock in just a few moves is really questionable.

However, Lux did not dwell on this detail, but lowered her head.

She had never expected that Raven would remember her birthday that she had forgotten, and even sent her a gift personally. For a moment, her heart felt warm.

Just then, footsteps were approaching. Lux looked up and saw Raven had walked in front of her and half-crouched.

"Don't……"

As soon as she uttered a word, Raven's hand had already fallen on her ankle. He gently lifted her foot and wiped away the water stains with the soft towel beside him.

Lux felt her mind go blank. If Raven had not made any unnecessary moves, she would have kicked him out.

Raven also had a hard time enduring: "The water is already cold. You live alone, you have to take care of yourself."

Lux exhaled through her nose, uttered a low "hmm", and quickly pulled her feet back into her slippers.

Raven did not change his posture. He held up the wooden box that served as a gift box with both hands and handed it to Lux: "Happy birthday."

Hearing these words, Lux's heart trembled suddenly. The hard work and fatigue of the past few days and the grievances she suffered when dealing with patients instantly flooded into her mind, and then all dissipated, turning into a thin layer of tears that covered her eyes.

"Why, are you crying?" Raven asked with a smile.

"No..." Lux sniffed, wiped the corner of her eyes with the back of her hand, took the gift box, put it on her knees, and opened it slowly.

They were a pair of bracelets made of elf craftsmanship. The main body was made of three metal pillars intertwined with each other, like vines. The details were lifelike. The bracelets were dotted with green gems that emitted green light, looking like fireflies in the dark night.

Lux ran her fingers over the delicate works of art: "So you still remember what I said."

"Yeah, you said you like light." Raven sat next to Lux: "You like fireflies that you have only seen in books."

"So, when I saw it, I felt that this pair of bracelets was specially prepared for you."

Lux nodded and suddenly asked, "Does it also include the 'Heart of the Forest'?"

Raven was suddenly speechless.

How come this girl is so well-informed? Denise is also so well-informed. Is this kind of news worth spreading everywhere!?
Just when Raven was feeling extremely embarrassed, a ray of light suddenly flashed outside the window.

He breathed a sigh of relief and pointed to the window: "Look!"

Lux was still a little angry, but Raven's words still caught her attention.

The window was opposite the door, just inside the bed.

Looking back, Lux's face first showed a hint of surprise, then her eyebrows opened, and her facial features relaxed, revealing a joy from the heart. Outside of Eagle Town, on a snowy field, sparks were flying!
They flew from the ground to the sky, turning into a rain of fire, so bright that it almost set the gloomy sky on fire!

Some look like flowers, some like waterfalls, and some like angel wings. As they roll one after another, it seems as if fiery red stars are exploding!

It was as if there was an invisible giant pen and paper, using the pitch-black night as a canvas, splashing down balls of warm ink one after another!
"It's so beautiful..." Lux exclaimed, and unknowingly climbed onto the bed. She placed her hands on the windowsill and looked up, unable to stop admiring the scenery in front of her.

And she also became a beautiful sight in Raven's eyes.

The firelight flickered, illuminating Lux's face with all kinds of postures. She lay on the windowsill like an incomparably perfect sculpture. Even the most skilled painter could not depict the slightest bit of her demeanor.

Raven moved closer and leaned against Lux.

Time passed little by little, and after a burst of fire like a waterfall, the whole performance finally stopped.

"This is the best birthday present I've ever received."

Raven's lips curled up into a smile: "As long as you are satisfied, I am happy if you are happy."

Lux frowned slightly: "Why don't you keep your hands still?"

“Ahem…” Raven cleared his throat awkwardly. “You may not believe this, but my hand…it has its own thoughts.”

"It's a bit itchy." Lux frowned and wanted to pull her foot back, but she didn't move.

"It's not a big deal. Give me the other one too. I'll warm it up for you."

Holding the slightly cold, yet delicate and moving warmth in his hands, Raven looked out the window: "I've been too busy recently and haven't had time to come see you... and I may be even busier in the future."

"Going to help the Slater family?"

"Yeah, but don't worry, I've come down from Bloody Heights, and I'll be back this time too."

Raven originally thought that Lux would continue to ask questions, but she didn't. The young priest tilted his head and looked out the window, motionless.

"Lacus, are you crying again?"

"……No."

"Then let me see?" Raven said as he moved closer to Lux's face.

"No."

"Next time I come back, I will definitely not go out again, okay?"

"I didn't cry..."

Lux said softly, looking at the deep darkness, feeling her feet being warmed, and just wanting to stay like this forever.

But not everyone has the leisure time like them.

In the dark night and on the snow, Suohei sneezed heavily!
"Ah-"

He rubbed his nose and cursed in a low voice: "Damn it, how on earth did this Raven come up with such a torturous idea! Dozens of kilograms of molten iron were wasted, what a waste, what a waste!!"

"It's so cold, the gray dwarves can't be used as animals!"

That’s right, the golden and silver fireworks just now were created by these gray dwarves.

Making iron flowers.

It was also the fact that they used molten iron as weapons that gave Raven inspiration and reminded him of such lively and festive activities in his previous life.

"You are a guy without artistic talent!" Bowell was freezing cold, and his clothes were scalded by the molten iron, but he was still very stubborn: "You have no idea how great this invention of the Baron is! This is simply the divine revelation of the Lord of the Forge!"

Suo Hei was so angry that he jumped three feet high: "Divine revelation? You still have the nerve to say that. If you hadn't poured molten iron out of the furnace at that time, how could Baron Raven have thought of such a vicious way to torture us?!"

"Kick his ass!"

At Sohei's command, more than a dozen gray dwarves rushed forward and immediately pinned Bowell under them.

In Eagle Castle, some people have not rested yet.

Nancy sat by the window, staring blankly at the dark earth, her eyes still seeming to sparkle with the previous brilliance.

Jenny stood timidly in the corner, worry and fear in her eyes.

It was unknown how long it had been before Nancy spoke: "You mean, Raven, went to the Eagle Town Church?!"

"...Yes." Jenny said tremblingly.

"Did he bring any gifts when he left?"

"……Yes."

The room fell silent again.

Jenny secretly looked up at Nancy, only to find that her young lady's face was full of calmness.

But the more this happened, the more uneasy Jenny felt, and she didn't know what to say or do!
At this moment, torches flickered on the walls of Eagle Castle and the drawbridge slowly lowered.

Raven is back.

Nancy turned and walked out without saying a word.

He didn't even notice that he had broken his heel.

……

(End of this chapter)