Chapter 30 Chapter 30 Tavern.
Camus was too lazy to say more to them.
Anyway, with their Dou Qi cultivation level, they could tell just by hearing that the little girl on the table was still alive——
The blond man reached out and hovered his hand over the girl's chest, as if trying to feel her heartbeat, then hesitated.
Then he covered her mouth and nose expressionlessly.
His palms were broad, his fingers were long and slender, and the veins on the back of his hands were winding, which could easily cover her face.
At this moment, he was only pressing on the lower half of the face, covering it tightly without leaving any gaps.
Su Cheng was soon awakened by the suffocation.
She grabbed the man's bony wrist and gave him a look filled with anger.
Camus slowly released his hand and looked at her with the gaze of a doctor examining a patient. "I hope you had a good dream."
"I dreamed I was drowning in jealousy," Su Cheng said angrily. "Your potion was a disaster, but it's definitely better than last time."
She unbuttoned her coat and asked, "Is that thing still there?"
The blood mage lowered his gaze, passing over the girl's exposed back. Beneath the interlaced thin laces, the red hearts and thorns looked very dim.
However, the pattern is still clearly imprinted there.
"...Hmm," Camus observed for a moment, "Let's see how the curse develops over the next month."
His expression was quite serious. The helplessness, shock and dissatisfaction he had just felt were gone, and he returned to the state of academic research.
Su Cheng felt like there was something else behind his words. "What could possibly happen? Have you achieved that '90%'?"
"Well, you'll never die from not being able to find someone to satisfy your sexual desires again."
The blond man said calmly, "We'll consider removing it next, but that's quite troublesome. It's almost integrated with your body. Rebuilding your body with your current strength is unrealistic—"
Su Cheng's pupils trembled.
Reshape the body!
The curse seems to be no longer mentioned in the later part of the novel. Is this the reason?
Lin Yun later made a deal with the God of Death, paid some price, and became immortal, so he could be killed by the God of Purity many times.
If his body was recreated, perhaps the curse disappeared with the death of the first body?
But it took him several hundred chapters—in other words, several years—to gain that power.
Camus paused. "Its frequency is very irregular, but once it strikes, I suggest that if you have the conditions, you should not ignore it. For now, it will only turn death into weakness, and you will probably still be in pain during that time."
Su Cheng held his forehead with his hand, "I understand. No matter what, thank you. At least I won't die."
This is what gives her the most headache.
As long as you don't die, everything will be fine.
What she feared most was the curse happening when there were no living people around.
Lin Yun had indeed never encountered such a thing. Even if he was alone somewhere and the curse really broke out, the author would arrange a romantic encounter for him.
But does she dare to bet that she will be treated the same way?
After all, it's impossible for them to have exactly the same experience.
At dawn, Su Cheng went to the Magic Guild with a large sum of money.
The moment she entered the Cross Star Academy lounge, she once again attracted the collective attention of the instructors and staff.
"Look, our distinguished freshman lady is back—"
The man who was leaning on the sofa with his legs crossed and reading a book said lazily.
His orange-red curls shone brightly in the light, like a burning torch, making his skin look even paler and the rubies in his ears sparkle.
Su Cheng was deeply impressed by the examiner.
The moment I looked into his eyes, my gaze couldn't help but drift across his chest.
Xiao Yun was still wearing his robe, with its gorgeous collar decorated with gold buttons wide open, revealing half of the butterfly tattoo on his chest.
Su Cheng coughed lightly, "Hello, Your Excellency, and everyone. I'm here to pay the tuition."
The red-haired man glanced at her and lowered his head to continue reading. The other two staff members called her over and showed her the list of charges.
This money also includes the cost of textbooks, food, accommodation, etc. Su Cheng read it and took out a handful of gold and silver coins from his pocket.
The tuition fees are not small. If one's family is not well-off, he or she will probably have to think carefully and may even have to sell the house or land to be able to pay the money.
But judging from the behavior of the Cross Stars, they really don't care about students that much.
In contrast, because the number of students is small, there is no competitive elimination system like other top universities.
The course schedule at the Secret Academy was relatively relaxed. Two staff members gave her a long scroll listing various required and elective courses.
"You need to complete the assessments of five required courses and ten elective courses over a period of ten years. Some elective courses require an application, and you can only begin studying after obtaining the consent of the instructor—"
"If you have an elective course you're interested in, you can also apply as early as possible. Otherwise, if it's full, the instructor may not accept new students."
Su Cheng listened to their explanation while flipping through the course list.
There is no attendance requirement here because there are so few students, and you can often even book one-on-one short courses.
Her fingertips ran over the course selection list. "This 'Elemental Genesis Spell Construction Theory (Elementary)' is about how to create spells, right?"
"Yes, as for the extended courses, you need to pass the exams for Elemental Magic Runes and Principles of Spell Construction, and get a score of 90 or above before you can apply to join the course..."
The staff member said beside him.
Su Cheng nodded slowly, and suddenly felt a little excited about going to school.
"You'd better not think about it."
A voice came from behind.
Su Cheng turned around and saw Xiao Yun leaning on the sofa, flipping through a book and casually saying, "I'm also one of the lecturers of that course. Anyway, according to my standards, you are definitely not qualified."
Su Cheng: “…”
Expected value -1.
Su Cheng glanced at him speechlessly, "It sounds like you're not the only one who can make the decision. If someone else lets me pass, will you be very sad?"
You must choose!
"I won't lose anything if I don't pass," Su Cheng crossed his arms, "and I can still make you feel bad if I pass."
Xiao Yun chuckled softly, "If a new student who doesn't know what he's talking about could make me feel uncomfortable, I would have died of anger long ago."
The lounge was completely silent, and everyone stared at them with wide eyes.
Some people couldn't help showing some admiration.
Su Cheng thought back to her time with Xiao Yun. It seemed that the red-haired guy didn't like her from the very beginning.
However, the busty instructor in the original book seemed to have the same temper. She was not nice to anyone, not to mention that Lin Yun was drooling over her and touching her.
never mind.
I have even offended God. It's okay if I have too many lice but they don't itch. So let it be.
Su Cheng thought indifferently and looked at the staff next to him, "When will you return to the capital?"
The man said that the team would stay until the last day of enrollment, and if any new students wanted to go, they would naturally take them along and return on the flying carriage.
This kind of carriage frame is naturally pulled by magical beasts. The magical beasts they choose are usually much faster than ordinary horses and can gallop for several days without rest.
So a journey that would take months for an average person can be completed in just a few days.
"Will you come with us?" the staff member asked. "If you want to go on your own, that's fine too."
Su Cheng prepared to discuss it with the team leader again and did not respond immediately.
She walked through the guild hall and spotted several figures standing in the distance at the entrance porch.
They all looked over here at the same time.
Kai stood in the shadow of the column with a big sword on his back, holding a book about the God's Favored in his hand, reading very seriously.
Sasha leaned against the pillar and looked at the people passing by. Occasionally, someone would wink at him, and he would smile back depending on his mood.
Camus crossed his arms and lowered the brim of his hat, revealing only the lower half of his face, still with that unhappy and cold look.
The entrance of the Magic Guild has always been bustling with people, and many people are waiting here. However, the three of them are handsome, so they still attract a lot of attention.
Su Cheng ran over and asked, "What happened?"
Sasha stood up straight. "Have you forgotten?"
He suddenly grabbed her waist and lifted her up. "A party to welcome new members—"
Su Cheng: "...you just want to take this opportunity to drink?"
Kai looked up at her slightly, "Weren't you drinking happily before?"
Su Cheng looked at him helplessly, enjoying the feeling of being superior for a few seconds, "Because you only brought back that one drink!"
But it’s really delicious.
So she went with them to a tavern closest to the Mercenary Guild.
All three of them were familiar with the place and had obviously been there more than once.
The tavern was filled with the warm aroma of baked bread, stew, and ale. Brass chandeliers hung from the ceiling, and crystal lampshades filtered the light into a honey-like color, gently spilling onto the dark oak tables.
It was still breakfast time and there were many people in the hall, most of them mercenaries.
The four of them found a seat in the corner. There were several long curved tables with people sitting in groups of three or four around them, and only a few empty seats.
There was an old man in front who was writing runes all over the parchment and muttering to himself. People around her couldn't help but stay away from her.
Behind them were two middle-aged men who looked like businessmen, who were discussing the goods in an alchemy workshop in a low voice. They looked to the side from time to time, as if they were afraid that others would hear them.
A group of young people were playing cards nearby, laughing and making a lot of noise.
Su Cheng: "...Finally I understand why there's a vacant seat here."
The teammates didn't care about the messy environment and sat down as usual. Soon a waiter came hurriedly and handed them the menu.
She listened to Camus quickly name a series of dishes, and then asked her what she wanted to eat. Su Cheng thought about it and said that the local specialties would be fine.
Then Kai began to list the names of the wines like a treasure.
Su Cheng blinked, "By the way, can the captain get drunk?"
Sasha leered at her. "Do any of us look like we could get drunk?"
Su Cheng: "...Me?"
"Hahahaha," the vampire was suddenly overjoyed, "Then I'm a little curious."
Su Cheng knew that the three of them were not ordinary people, and he didn't think he could be compared with them. "I only like to drink sweet fruit wine and mead."
She really didn't know how much alcohol this person could tolerate, but he had no reaction after drinking cherry wine before, so it shouldn't be a particularly bad alcoholic.
"...Don't try to force me to drink those bitter, sour, or spicy wines," she said expressionlessly, "I don't appreciate them at all."
"I guessed it," Sasha curled her lips, "You two really have the same taste."
He glanced at Camus, saying, "If you look, you'll miss a lot of fun."
The latter ignored him, picked up the knife and fork elegantly, and began to cut the baked potato in front of her, the cheese, minced meat and chives shattering under the blade one after another.
Soon there were more than ten bottles of wine on the table.
Su Cheng looked at the labels on the bottles carefully, and then decided to follow the example of a certain blood mage and drink whatever Camus drank.
So she first tried a firethorn honey jelly gin.
It was gin made by soaking the honey of the magic bees and the vanilla growing near their hives, with a hint of sweet floral fragrance at the end.
Su Cheng was so amazed after taking a sip that he couldn't help but drink it all.
"You'd better eat something," Kai also finished a bottle of liquor and casually pushed a pot of slow-cooked beef ribs over, "otherwise you might still get drunk."
The clay pot contained a circle of onions, potatoes, and roasted garlic slices, as well as a black pepper and beer sauce that smelled extremely fragrant.
Su Cheng silently picked up the knife and fork, "I hope I don't get high blood pressure from eating so much—"
"I don't know what it is, though," Kai chuckled, "but if it's some kind of illness from the weight gain, I'm sure you don't have to worry."
Su Cheng looked at him in confusion.
"Didn't you say before that you wanted to learn Dou Qi?" The captain smiled and looked at her. "You swore an oath. You can't break your oath, right?"
Su Cheng thought he might be drunk, "What does that mean?"
"A huge amount of exercise," Sasha said gloatingly, "For the average elemental mage, the initial stage of becoming a warrior might still be a bit painful."
Su Cheng: “…………”
She put down the bottle and said, "I'll buy two more bottles. Do you want any more, Camus?"
The blood mage leaned back in his seat. "Well, buy four bottles."
Su Cheng was originally sitting at the outermost seat, so it was convenient for him to go out. Upon hearing this, he stood up, walked through the crowded crowd, and headed towards the counter of the tavern.
The bartender was very busy, with several customers to serve, and those who came later had to wait in line.
There was also a row of seats in front of the bar. There was an empty seat at this time, so Su Cheng jumped up. Perhaps he was a little dizzy from drinking, and accidentally bumped into the person next to him.
"Ah!" she apologized hastily. "Sorry!"
"fine--"
The guest next to her turned to look at her, her voice lazy but revealing a strange kind of pleasure.
Su Cheng suddenly met a pair of light green eyes.
In the bright green color like the early spring forest, cold snake pupils appeared, like two sharp blades tempered with malice, piercing straight into her eyes.
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