Don't confiscate my citizenship

"Let's study the basics of magic engineering in this world tomorrow."

Lanqi muttered to himself, inserted a bookmark in the code, and then closed the code.

It's time to go home.

In addition to borrowing the unfinished code, he also roughly made a list of his own borrowed books.

For example, he was very interested in the following books that he accidentally saw while searching for the code:

Basic Characteristics of Cults

How to prevent brainwashing based on mental magic

"Anti-fraud Case of the Magic Engineering Department of Hutton Kingdom"

After studying the laws and regulations of the kingdom, the next step is to study magic cards.

A person with a clear mind like him must have a thorough understanding of how to deal with those dirty magics such as mental and curse magics!

He felt uncomfortable just thinking about the possibility that someone might use these magics against him in the future.

And just in case.

Just in case.

If I have to use these efficient magics someday in the future.

That also requires knowing how to circumvent these defenses.

As the saying goes, only when you know yourself and your enemy can you fight a hundred battles with no danger of defeat!

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Chapter 5: Talia was hungry all day

The breeze under the night sky, carrying the fragrance of flowers and the freshness of grass, gently blows past the door of the border library.

The moonlight falling on the stone steps became soft, as if it was the sound of a piano playing by time, making passers-by on the street unable to help but stop and listen.

Talia sat motionless on the steps outside the library.

Until the sky got a little darker.

As the heavy and tall door of the library was pushed open, Lanqi finally walked out of the library with a code in his hand.

Although Talia had her back to Lanqi, at this moment she tilted her head slightly, obviously sensing Lanqi.

"Eh?"

Lan Qi looked at the familiar figure with some surprise, and walked quickly to her side.

"Have you been waiting for me here?"

Lanqi was quite relaxed and simply sat next to her not too far away.

"After receiving your payment, I will naturally do things for you."

Talia said expressionlessly.

Inadvertently, she caught a glimpse of the "Code of the Kingdom of Hutton" in Lanqi's hand.

She didn't know what book Lanqi was concentrating on reading that made him spend the whole day in the library.

Now she finally knew the answer.

This guy probably wants to be a lawyer or a judge.

He is indeed a very well-behaved human being.

"You...didn't have lunch?"

Lanqi looked at Talia, whose posture was as dignified and quiet as a statue, and realized that she was probably still hungry because she had been guarding here all day.

She strictly abided by the terms of the deal more than he thought. Perhaps this was the pride of the demon royal family?

"..."

Talia didn't say anything, but just looked at Lanqi with a slightly unhappy look.

It seemed that he agreed with Lanqi's words.

"Uh... I'm about to get ready for dinner, would you like to come with me?"

Lanqi paused awkwardly and smiled foolishly.

"No need. I'll leave when you get back to the mansion."

Talia stood up, as if to tell Lanqi with her actions: Since you are ready to go back to the mansion, you should leave quickly.

She would not accept unwarranted kindness from humans.

"It was my mistake today. Next time, I will definitely tell you how long I will stay here."

Lanqi explained sincerely, his words full of apology.

"So let me treat you to a meal as compensation."

However, Talia just stood there indifferently, as if she didn't hear Lanqi's words.

"We have the best chef in town,"

"He specializes in the unique cuisine of this southern Wantina border territory, and uses the best and most carefully selected ingredients to make it."

"It is guaranteed to be hard to taste in other city-states,"

"There are also the most high-end cheese mango mille-feuille, mocha hazelnut crispy egg tart, platinum strawberry mousse cake..."

"..."

Listening to Lanqi's endless chatter.

Talia's eyes seemed to be moved for a moment, but then she frowned.

"No."

Talia said coldly, turned her head away, not even looking at Lanqi, and walked down the stairs without any intention of waiting.

Just now, Lanqi's words lingered in her ears.

Like the devil's whisper, full of temptation.

She didn't know why, but at that moment, she had the illusion that she was in another world.

It seems that there is a great demon strategist by my side. If I can get his full support, he will surely help me restore my country...

wrong.

This human boy, who obviously belonged to the good and lawful camp, had nothing to do with her fellow human beings.

As expected, my desire to restore my country was too strong.

This is why such a ridiculous illusion occurs.

"it's a pity."

Lanqi stood up, brushed off the dust on his pants, held the thick Kingdom Code in one hand, and followed with a smile on his face.

Although Talia is still so indifferent, after all, that's just her personality.

But Lanqi discovered something intentionally or unintentionally.

He also remembered seeing at work that Talia was an extremely self-disciplined person.

She maintains a strict diet and spiritual practice that includes waking up early, jogging, meditation, and taking cold showers.

but.

As Talia's biological mother, Lanqi clearly remembered that a detail was mentioned in a paragraph in a very corner of the copy -

[She abstains from sweets, and when she has the rare opportunity to enjoy dessert, she allows herself only the most luxurious ones.]

This is a very subtle detail.

Lanqi couldn't help but have serious doubts about this:

Could it be that Talia is a hidden foodie, but is afraid of giving in to her appetite?

The biggest weakness of demons is that they have overly strong desires. Sometimes, more evil demons see through their desires and induce them, which will make them go crazy.

The higher the position of the demon clan, the more they know how to restrain and hide their desires.

Lanqi smiled silently in his heart.

So demons are really interesting.

……

The sky over the border city-state grew darker.

The Lanci residence looked particularly bright under the night sky, with bright lights emanating from the crystal chandeliers in the courtyard and between the windows.

On the second floor of the mansion, in a spacious and elegant study, sat a dignified middle-aged man. His temples were already a little gray, but his leadership temperament was not diminished at all.

He was wearing an exquisite and simple suit, with every corner of his clothes neatly arranged, showing a rigorous demeanor.

He is Lanqi's father and the owner of this family - Noe.

Beside him, the butler was pouring tea for him.

Accompanied by the sound of footsteps approaching outside the door.

After a moment, the door of the study slowly opened.

A boy with black hair and green eyes appeared at the door, looking a little confused.

He had just returned home from the library after dinner, and before he had time to go back to the bedroom to put down the code in his hand, he was called to the study on the second floor by the maid.

"You came."

Noe leaned back in the chair behind his desk and studied Lanci.

It seemed like he had been waiting for Lanqi in the study for a long time.

"I'm sorry, I didn't know you were looking for me today."