Chen Huijie, I am not a good person anymore!

"Are you hungry again?"

"Yes, ah, no, Xiao Ke came to ask you what you like or want. Xiao Ke also wants to prepare a gift for you."

Looking at Xiao Ke's silly, slightly round face and those eyes that thought of nothing but him, Luo Ya lowered his head for the first time and touched his forehead and nose to hers. This was an act of intimacy between the Pero people that he had only learned about a few days ago when he was researching what to give Xiao Ke.

"I just want you to be okay."

Chapter 85: Abbrana Becomes Sick

"Have you decided to meet one month after the New Year? Oh, it's a pity that I can't meet these people who stand at the pinnacle of power in Victoria. I'm quite curious about the Iron Duke and the Duke of Castor. It would be fine if we could talk in person."

Luo Ya couldn't help but sigh, but this was true. If they arranged a meeting now, it would take several days for everyone to get together, and several days to discuss things. By then, we wouldn't be able to celebrate the New Year.

"Come on, your reputation is now a threat to the Grand Dukes. There have been many people in Victorian history who dared to assassinate the Grand Duke, but you are the first one who dared to do so and succeeded. Even old Wellington is afraid of you."

Abrana had no doubt that if she took Roya to the meeting, the other grand dukes would have to bring thousands of elite troops with them before they could feel at ease. Otherwise, who could guarantee that nothing would go wrong?

Think about the old Duke of Stafford. He originally thought that Roya would not take the risk alone, and confidently drove a high-speed battleship to use Abrana, the only known strong claim, to directly support the new king to take the throne. But now he can't even keep his position.

"I clearly thought I was a kind person, but they were just spreading rumors. I just killed Edward from the beginning to the end."

Roya spread his hands and stopped fighting. Strictly speaking, he had only killed Edward. Originally, he didn't even need to kill Edward, but that guy actually bet on both sides and brought the Sarkaz into the game, and even wanted his life. Roya would never let this kind of guide go no matter what.

"But in the eyes of most people, you not only killed more than a dozen heirs and more than thirty guards of the Duke of Stafford, but also forced at least one Sarkaz king to retreat. Are you really that strong? Why don't I feel that at all?"

"Nonsense, don't you have any idea of ​​your combat power? You talk as if you can't win."

Roya rolled his eyes at Abrana. He knew that this guy was hurting him. But it was no wonder. Last month, Roya's strength was much worse than it is now. He was no match for Abrana at all. However, as his remaining lifespan decreased, Roya's strength was strengthened instead.

No, perhaps it should be said that his strength has increased, so the body cannot bear it and the loss of life is accelerated. Unfortunately, even Kal'tsit does not know the nature of his power.

"How about we find another time to fight again?"

"Forget it, don't think I don't know that you just want to knock me down and take me back to have sex with you."

While others were clacking their abacuses, Abrana wanted to pick up her abacus, knock Roya unconscious, and drag him back to the room. After all, Roya would be leaving soon, and she really wanted to occupy all of his time and squeeze him dry like a mummy.

"I'm really busy right now, so be moderate, Abrana. I'll keep you company tonight."

"I thought you would choose to go find Ravshini."

"Don't mention it, sister. I beg you to do it."

Now he gets a headache whenever he mentions Roya. It's okay that he is liked by Abrana in various ways, but he really didn't expect when he hooked up with Ravshini. Looking back over the past 20 years, the only woman he has held hands with was his sister. He has no experience in love at all.

Fortunately, Abrana was also inexperienced in relationships, and they were both players of the same level. However, Abrana's desires were indeed as great as her ambitions, and Roya was a little overwhelmed. He felt that Ravshini would not be too bad either.

"Then stop flirting with my sister."

"You've seen it before. She's the one who comes to see me every time."

Luo Ya couldn't help but complain. Lavshini came to see him quite often during this period, almost every few days, and she would choose the time when Abrana was not around. Sometimes, even if Abrana was present, she would pretend not to see it and send him the snacks she made.

"Then you should just refuse directly."

"I can't do that. If I reject her outright or tell her about our relationship, Ravshine will turn evil on the spot and become something very terrible."

The more honest and docile a person is, the more terrifying he tends to be when he turns evil. Luo Ya has deeply experienced this in prison. The prison he is in is basically full of people who are honest and decent by nature, but what they do when they are furious is not docile at all.

Having witnessed how Ravshini angrily confronted her before, Abrana knew very well what her sister would be like if she really turned evil. She was definitely not someone to be trifled with.

"Besides, I'm really busy now. The Grand Dukes have already put aside their contempt for us. It won't be so easy to hide the truth from them next time. Our Deep Pool intelligence network cannot compare to theirs that have been operating for many years. Ah... Thanks again to old Stafford for his poor brain."

Although the change of heirs caused some of the Duke of Stafford's forces to decisively join other Caster or Cavendish people, it could not shake the foundation of a grand duke. The alliance between Deep Pool and Stafford made up for this loss.

Roya and others gained a lot of benefits, so much so that Shen Chi could come to the surface openly. Not to mention the army and other resources under the Duke of Stafford, the intelligence network he had run for decades was enough to relieve a lot of pressure on Roya.

But this also means that other forces will pay more attention to them in the future, and Shen Chi will have to be more careful in what he does in the future.

"Now that your abilities are exposed, you will be targeted."

"That's why I have to leave. Before that, I have to integrate our existing resources in the shortest possible time and write a development plan for the next two to three years. I have to write two different plans."

It’s really a headache, a headache in the literal sense, but fortunately there is some good news.

"Mandela is very smart. Even though she can only learn from me for a few days, it is enough. She should be able to grow into a qualified intelligence officer in the future and can help you a lot."

"You used your abilities?"

"I just guided her thinking. I feel disgusted with myself."

Luo Ya leaned back in his chair and rubbed his brows, hoping to ease the pain in his brain. His guilt towards Mandela and his disgust for himself were real.

He pulled Mandela out of the quagmire of hatred, but he pushed her onto a dangerous path and imposed his responsibility on her shoulders, even though she was only a few years younger than him.

"Then you must hate me. It was me who tied you here and made you a part of the Deep Pool. Otherwise, you might have been living in Minos with them by now."

Abrana walked behind Roya and gently massaged his sore shoulders, but Roya leaned back a little and rested his head on Abrana's chest. This was a rare time when he took the initiative to have intimate contact.

"And you are helpless in the face of Rosemary's illness, and you may not even be able to protect Xiao Ke?"

The corners of Luo Ya's mouth rose slightly and then calmed down. He actually did not regret coming to the Deep Pool, because at least he did not need to worry about Rosemary and Xiao Ke anymore. He was a short-lived person anyway, so it would make no difference if he died there. It is said that fallen leaves return to their roots, but his roots are not anywhere in this world.

"But I am a woman with a venomous heart after all. What's wrong with putting all the blame on me?"

"Can we not talk about this matter anymore? If you are a poisonous snake, why don't I just change my name to Xu Xian?"

Seeing that this guy was settling old scores again, Luo Ya was helpless. He found that Abrana really held a grudge and would remember a small matter for a lifetime.

"Who is that?"

"There is a man in our area who dares to marry a snake. He is known as one of the three talents."

"Where are the other two?"

"I'll tell you next time."

Leaning back in his chair, Roya felt somewhat more comfortable. He consoled himself that it was all worthwhile. At least Abrana and Mandela had not yet gone down the worst path and made irreparable mistakes.

He really hopes it will be like this in the future.

..............................

Mandela seemed to have become much smarter. When he was learning how to process tables with Roya in the afternoon, he had this intuitive feeling.

"Lord Luoya, are you here to reshuffle the interior of the Deep Pool?"

"Why do you say that?"

Letting Mandela sit on his lap, Abrana didn't know what to do. Roya was not worried about being burned to ashes. It was a good thing that Mandela was close to him and trusted him, otherwise he would not dare to let this girl take over in the future.

"You have dismantled the existing intelligence network and made large-scale personnel changes. Your intention is too obvious."

"Yes, anyone can see it. Keep talking."

Mandela originally thought that she didn't like studying, but Roya proved that she just needed a little patience, guidance and encouragement. After teaching Xiaoke, Roya discovered how happy it was to have another student who was not stupid.

"Well... you are disrupting the Iron Duke's plan. Deep Pond survived its initial development thanks to him, but he is an ambitious man after all. In comparison, the Duke of Stafford is more reliable to us now.

"Iron Duke's men have been rooted in Deep Pool for many years. We need to be more careful in everything we do, so we need to reorganize and replace these potential spies."

Learn to ask questions, think about problems and then find answers. Mandela learned very well and understood very well. Roya felt that he was really suitable to be a teacher. His power was really effective in guiding students to learn.

"You didn't get much sleep last night."

"Yes." Mandela nodded obediently. In order to be a good secretary for Roya, she asked Lavshini a lot about Shenchi last night. At least she knew the current situation of Shenchi.

"You should stay up less at your age, otherwise you may not grow taller in the future."

Gently rubbing Mandela's head, Roya discovered that the Filin people were really like cats. Both Rosemary and Mandela liked to sit on his lap, which seemed to make them feel at ease.

"Yes, um... Lord Roya, are you going to leave the deep pool?"

"Yes, I will probably be away for a long time after this, but I will keep in touch with you regularly."

If Mandela is guided well, she is indeed a very smart and good girl. She has already guessed that Roya is training her as his successor, which is why she feels excited but also uneasy.

She was excited because Roya valued her and had high expectations for her, but she was also uneasy because she was worried that she was not capable enough to take over his position. Mandela knew what kind of status Roya held in Deep Pool. After everyone in the stronghold learned that she was Roya's follower, they looked at her with awe. After hearing that Roya had actually assassinated a grand duke, she was so shocked that her jaw dropped.

Such a Roya actually regarded himself as the heir. How could Mandela not be excited and uneasy?

"So you have to study hard during this period. There's not much I can teach you. I'll leave this to you from now on."

Mandela's body subconsciously straightened, and then Luoya flicked her forehead and hit her back, making her unable to help but cover her forehead and smile foolishly.

But then Mandela realized another problem. If Roya was leaving, wouldn't she never be able to see him again?

"Don't worry about that. It's not like I won't come back, but I won't be away for too long... Well, how about this? When I come back, I can agree to one of your requests within my ability. You can ask for anything you want."

Seeing Mandela's worry, Luo Ya completely understood her thoughts. She had just lost her closest relative, and at this stage Luo Ya was her only spiritual support and person to rely on. He just took advantage of her trust, which made Luo Ya feel particularly guilty.

"Really?"

"Of course, but we'll talk about that later. Go ahead and let me see what you think."

Roya turned the topic back to what happened just now. He wanted to see how much Mandela could discover. With so much information, she could see more.

“Yes, you disrupted the Iron Duke’s deployment and prevented him from obtaining our main intelligence, but your intention was too obvious. Well… this was still a cover-up, but it was not just a cover-up.

"Obviously you really want to reshuffle the Deep Pool, which will further improve the leader's control over the Deep Pool, but you are indeed covering it up. I'm sorry, Lord Roya, I don't know what you are trying to cover up, and I can't analyze anything from this."

Mandela was a little worried. Her intuition made her realize that all of Roya's actions were pointing to a goal, but she really couldn't figure out what it was.

"It's not your fault. Remember what I taught you?"

"Well, ask questions based on the known intelligence, and think about the questions to find the answers."

"Then let me teach you another sentence. Imagine yourself as me or Abrana, and think about the motivations, purposes, and possible actions of our actions."

Continuing to guide Mandela's thoughts, Roya pinched Mandela's cat ears with his fingers.

"Of course, I was supposed to teach you this tomorrow. There's no need to learn it now. Go back and read a book or do something you like."

Even though she didn't have much time, Luo Ya didn't want Mandela to lose her own time. A girl of this age shouldn't be in such a place. She should still have some hobbies that are appropriate for her age.

"Yes."

Mandela reluctantly got off Roya's legs. Like Rosemary, she liked leaning on Roya. She did have a sense of security that even if the sky fell, this man could kick it back.

After seeing Mandela off, Roya sat down again to write the plan, but soon raised his head and looked at the door, waiting for Abrana to appear.

"Your little follower looks very happy. Did you praise her?"

"It's not a bad thing for a smart girl to praise more. If you had praised Lavshini more, the relationship between you two sisters wouldn't have become so strained."

"But the main conflict between her and me right now is you."

"Well, my bad."

Luo Ya really couldn't get rid of this blame, there was nothing he could do. Fortunately, he would be leaving soon. No... Lavshini would have to leave too by then.

"The preparations you left behind are a bit too detailed."

"After all, no one will be able to control you after I leave, so we have to make some more preparations. This way, no one will be able to guess what we are going to do."

Since even Mandela, who had read all the intelligence, could not figure out Roya's plan, the Iron Duke's spies planted in Deep Pool had no chance of knowing what he was going to do. The information they knew was incomplete, and even if they pieced it together, it would not be much better than Mandela's.

"After all, not everyone has the courage of you to step on the bottom line of all the Grand Dukes."

Abrana believed that she did not have the courage like Roya because she cared too much about the checks and balances between forces. After all, no matter how skilled in power and calculation, she and the grand dukes were bound by the rules set by each other, but Roya never cared about these. He did not care about the rules set by the grand dukes at all.

"The best decision I made in my life was to tie you back at that time."

Tail closed the door and locked it, then wrapped his arms around Roya's waist to prevent him from running away. Abrana's eyes gradually became dangerous.

"Wait a minute, I've already finished my work for today, why do I still need to be punished?"

"This is a reward for you. After all, you know what the secretary will say next if something happens. I have nothing to do right now."

Abrana's smile really didn't make Luo Ya happy. Damn it, no one should break in at this time.

Chapter 4: The One-Horned Girl Who Visited Late at Night (k)

As the night grew darker and there were only five days left until the New Year, Roya stood up from the bed and Abrana's tail gently wrapped around her waist again.

"It's only a little after nine o'clock. Don't rush back. Those two girls can't even sleep without you."