Uncle here isn't your average office worker!

Roy had barely uttered a word when Viviana shoved him away, her face flushed as she stood up, vehemently denying it.

"I haven't seen that! I haven't seen that!"

How would you know which one I'm talking about if you haven't seen it? I haven't even said a word yet...

Roy, both amused and exasperated, rolled his eyes at Viviana, who had clearly said far bolder and more shameful things but was now blushing because of it, and said:

"Let's get down to business. I came to see you because I want to ask you to come with me somewhere tonight."

"Where?" Viviana asked, puzzled.

“The Elizabeth Grand Hotel,” Roy said.

Viviana's heart, which had just calmed down, suddenly surged to the point where it felt like it was going to jump out of her throat.

Volume 1: Taking the CET-6 exam, requesting leave

I have my CET-6 exam tomorrow, so I'm cramming at the last minute and need to ask for leave.

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Volume 1: Chapter 269 Let's Make a Promise

"You're Viviana Droste?"

The Empress, still exuding luxury and elegance in her nightgown, reclined on the sofa. Upon seeing Viviana, she struggled to sit up, looked the somewhat bewildered girl up and down, and smiled as she extended her hand.

“Roy has mentioned you to me many times. It’s a misfortune for the Drost family to let such a talented sorcerer go to waste.”

"No... my parents love me very much, that's why they let me come to Kazimierz!"

Viviana quickly explained. Although as an illegitimate child, she didn't receive the status and prestige of the Letanian nobility, nor did she enjoy any of the privileges of a noble family, she didn't feel that her parents owed her anything. Under Letania's harsh family system, they didn't treat Viviana differently because of her status as an illegitimate child. They not only gave her the right to education, but also sent her to Kazimierz after she grew up to be raised and cared for by Grand Knight Russell, showing them great care and concern.

It's important to understand that in Letania, it's almost impossible for a girl of Viviana's status to inherit a family title. The most likely outcome is that she will be given away as a marriage partner to lower-ranking nobles who need to be won over, or simply stay at home as a servant or maid.

Viviana is grateful for the efforts her parents made to give her the life she has today, having built a successful career in Kazimierz and become a beloved knight star.

The Queen nodded almost imperceptibly upon hearing this. She already knew roughly about Viviana's background from Roy, and could naturally guess the reasons behind the Drost family's decision. Frankly, she felt Viviana had reason to hate, but as Roy said, Viviana was a sensible child; her attitude of gratitude, rather than resentment, undoubtedly earned the Queen considerable favor.

"I am glad to see that you do not resent your fate, but are grateful. But what I said is certainly true," the Queen said with a gentle yet authoritative tone. "The Drost family has indeed suffered losses, and I can see that your magical talent is truly extraordinary. Moreover, as far as I know, you have even created a spell that can counter Roy's Great Desolate Starfall?"

Viviana looked at Roy somewhat awkwardly, wondering why he would tell anyone about it.

Revealing to outsiders that the Great Wilderness Starfall has countermeasures is not a good thing, as it will expose Roy's weakness.

Viviana wanted to deny it at that moment. Although the woman in front of her was kind, she didn't know who she was.

Seemingly noticing the hesitation and worry in Viviana's eyes, the Queen couldn't help but laugh, turning her gaze to Roy beside her and asking:

Didn't you tell her who I am?

Roy shrugged. "I wanted to surprise her. Besides, isn't your presence here a secret under official secrecy laws?"

"You really know how to exploit loopholes." The Queen rolled her eyes and complained, then suddenly changed her tone and solemnly declared in a low voice, "Don't worry, I'm just curious about this kind of magic. I don't covet its power, and I certainly won't use it against your sweetheart. We are allies, and I am the lord of your father's lord."

“My father’s lord’s lord…” Viviana chewed on the word for a moment, then suddenly realized what it meant. Her pupils contracted sharply, and she almost instinctively went to bow, but the Empress stopped her with her hand. She could only say like a frightened fawn, “Your Majesty, what are you doing here?”

“I was visiting Letania, which should have been reported in the newspapers. As for why I’m here, you should ask why Roy brought you here.”

"He asked me to ask you a question for him: Do you want to go back to Letania?"

The Empress spoke slowly.

Viviana stood there, stunned.

Having been in society for so long, although she has never liked the deceitful and treacherous life, she has been exposed to it all and can naturally understand the meaning behind the empress's words.

This wasn't just a question; it was a promise! If Viviana agreed now, she could return to Letania openly and legitimately. The Drost family would be overjoyed to accept her, perhaps even making her the next head of the family. She would see her parents again and become a true noblewoman. Even if she didn't want to return to the family, she could declare the creation of her own branch, becoming a glorious founder, enjoying her own fiefdom and title, and becoming a true ruler, not just a figurehead knight-noble.

Furthermore, given the Queen's praise and emphasis on her magical talent, she might very well become a great figure like Jin Lufawei, a member of the Queen's Voice, ascend the tower, and possess unparalleled wealth and knowledge.

This is the lifelong goal of countless Leitanians, and now it is within reach. Viviana has almost no reason to refuse.

But she shook her head: "I am grateful and honored. However, I am very sorry, Your Majesty."

"Oh, why?" Seemingly surprised by the rejection, the Queen raised an eyebrow and asked.

Viviana lowered her head even further, opened her mouth, but was too embarrassed to say the reason.

If she returned to Letania and became a noblewoman, she would be too far removed from Roy.

In the Great Knight's Territory, this is Roy's home. Although Roy is very busy, at least every time she comes home, she can see him.

She was incredibly grateful to the man who had given her hope and strength, pulled her out of the quagmire of the Business Federation, and led her to meet the true knight she had always dreamed of. Even if not from a romantic perspective, but simply to repay his care and kindness, she did not want to leave Kazimierz.

"Haha, Roy, why don't I officiate your wedding right now?"

The Queen looked at Roy, who had fallen silent to the side, and offered her sincere advice.

Roy fell silent.

He certainly likes Viviana. But he has responsibilities.

The Ocean Crisis could strike at any moment, and he hadn't yet gained control of the Lateran underground military command system, nor had he devised a good way to enter the ocean and find the non-melting icebergs capable of genetic identification. Each of these tasks was fraught with difficulty and extreme danger. He couldn't guarantee his survival.

While the Sealings' bodies are powerful, even the Last Knight was defeated by the awakened Isamara. The Sun Sword is virtually invincible, but there is no sunlight in the depths of the ocean. Kal'tsit's riddles are incredibly mysterious, but most of the Sealings lack even the ability to speak. In the end, Roy's most formidable asset is still the [Bounty Hunter A Power], which is his two fists.

Now that he's agreed, does that mean he'll take Viviana with him on this adventure, or leave her in Casimir and never come back?

Roy didn't consider herself to be of very high moral character, and she had dreamed of having a harem, but she didn't want Viviana to wait for her for the rest of her life.

So he closed his eyes, took a deep breath, forcibly swallowed the agreement that was almost on the tip of his tongue, and turned to look at Viviana, saying:

"Viviana, let's make a promise."

Viviana looked into Roy's eyes, showed no disappointment, and nodded earnestly: "Okay."

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Three days passed in the blink of an eye. During these three days, Roy visited the Originium Cloud Daily Necessities Company, discussed the acquisition of Plot Zero with Xuan Tie Selena, visited Nearl's house to pick up a gift, checked on Maria's training progress after a long absence, had afternoon tea with Marna and Margaret, and mediated their family conflict. He went shopping with Monique and Hinterlea, watched the latest Columbia sci-fi movie, and complained about the bad ending where they rushed out of Terra only to find the universe empty and desolate. Finally, he embarked on his journey back to the Queen's Voice with the Queen.

Lottie Karl, the messenger of all nations from Laterano to Letania, a Sakota girl with strikingly dyed hair in the three primary colors of red, green, and blue, is already waiting for him in the Queen's Voice.

Volume One: Chapter 270 Lottie Carr, the Messenger of Nations

Before meeting Lottie Carl, Roy always thought that the reason why the people of Terra had such colorful hair was because the place was indeed very anime-like.

After meeting Lottie Carr, Roy truly realized that Terra's hair salon industry had never been inferior to anyone else's!

When the three primary colors of red, yellow, and green appeared on a person's head, dividing her short hair into three even sections, Roy realized that the Sarkaz were indeed open and unrestrained, and that a person's appearance really depended on their face. If the face was good-looking, even if the hairstyle and hair color were incredibly abstract, the person wouldn't be too bad-looking overall.

While Roy was stunned by Lottie Carr, Lottie Carr was also sizing him up.

This messenger from Lateran wasn't wearing the standard modified dark green monastic uniform of a messenger from all nations. Instead, she wore a Letanian-style noble outfit—a fitted blouse paired with a long skirt adorned with beautiful lace—making her look less like a preacher and more like a traditional noblewoman. Her gaze towards Roy was filled with curiosity and excitement. She wanted to speak, but for some reason, she repeatedly closed her mouth before opening it, only staring with her large, bright green eyes, trying to get Roy to speak first.

“Uh…Ms. Lottie Carr?”

Feeling increasingly uncomfortable under her gaze, Roy tried asking. Unexpectedly, Lottie Carr reacted exceptionally strongly, replying almost instantly:

"I'm!"

Then, as if she had opened a floodgate of questions, she launched into a rapid-fire barrage of questions:

"Are you Roy? I've seen your matches! You're amazing! You're even better than His Holiness the Pope! Great Wilderness Starfall is so cool! How did you come up with that name? I heard you're close to the Radiant Knights, is that true? Oh, by the way, could you sign my autograph? Just here!"

As she spoke, she took out a sticker with a Colombian rock crab printed on it from her bag and handed it to Roy along with a pen, looking at him expectantly.

Roy's lips twitched, he took a few deep breaths, took the paper and pen, wrote his name, and handed the things back.

Lottie Carr excitedly accepted the sticker and solemnly said:

"Thank you! I'll stick it on my Guardian Gun! Next time I return to Laterano to reclaim my position, I'll definitely be the most eye-catching one!"

Roy was so full of flaws in that statement that he didn't know where to begin criticizing it.

Comparing yourself to the Pope and thinking the Pope is inferior to you? Grandpa Cactus Tart would cry, wouldn't he? Isn't the Guardian Gun incredibly important to Sarkaz? I remember even Exusiai took great care of her Guardian Gun, so why are you sticking stickers on it? And why does putting my signature on the Guardian Gun make you the coolest person there? Is my signature some kind of charm item? Also, isn't your Laterano's "Initiation Ceremony" an event to prove your initiation, or a competition to boost your fashion points?

This person doesn't seem very reliable...

"I get hurt when my idol says that about me. Most of the time, I'm still very serious."

Lottie Carr's sudden words snapped Roy out of his daze, drawing his attention to her smiling face.

Did she figure out what I was thinking? No, if it were just a guess, it couldn't be this accurate. This feeling of familiarity...

Roy frowned slightly and asked with some apprehension, "A mental sorcerer?"

Lottie Carr nodded casually, making no attempt to hide anything from Roy:

“You know, Letania is a very different country from Laterano. When the messengers from all nations set off, everyone drew lots to determine their destination, but Letania was singled out. The reason is simple: to do things here, you have to take a lot of risks. Only capable people can come.”

Lottie Carr explained,

"Initially, this job was supposed to go to someone else, but that person committed some crimes, escaped from Laterano, and is still wanted by the Notary Office. So they had no choice but to find me. The reason is that I naturally know some mental magic."

Roy understood. If he wasn't mistaken, the messenger from Laterano who had committed some offense and fled was likely the funeral director's sister, Arturo. Coincidentally, in the storyline Roy knew, her most recent appearance was also in the Sunset District of Letania.

However, from Lottie Karl's words, Roy could also tell that being a messenger of all nations in Laterania, carefully observing the words and actions of those nobles, cautiously maintaining Lateran's neutral position, and completing the task of winning over and contacting various countries was indeed a heavy burden. Lateran even felt that only someone with a talent for mental magic could be competent for the job.

"Have you been using magic the whole time?"

Roy asked cautiously, only to be met with a rebuttal from Lottie Carr:

"How could that be? Where would I get the energy to read everyone's thoughts? I just noticed your expression was a bit off, so I secretly used it. Besides, even if I wanted to, it wouldn't be possible. High-ranking nobles all have one or two mental sorcerers around them."

Roy felt a little more at ease and abandoned the idea of ​​activating [Water Moon]. He knew that Lottie Karl was telling the truth. After all, he had once dealt with a mentalist who was then serving under the Teutonic Elector and had managed to read some of Roy's thoughts when he wasn't paying attention.

Being a mental sorcerer is always a sensitive profession; no one wants their secrets to be stolen without their knowledge, used as a tool or weakness. This is especially true for someone like Roy.