"Miss, food is not allowed in the library," the library security guard said with a headache, looking at the large bags of snacks in the girl's hands.
Sabrina put on a pitiful look and pleaded in a pleading tone, "Can I just bring a little in?"
The staff at the venue were touched by the girl's delicate expression and wavered for a moment, but after thinking for a while, they still insisted on their duty: "I'm sorry, miss, the snacks may damage the books."
Sabrina's expression shifted dramatically from a clear blue sky to a dark cloud in an instant. Her body arched into a curve, like a wildcat poised to pounce, and her right hand quietly slipped into her bosom.
A large hand suddenly covered Sabrina's head, stopping her: "Sorry, sorry. This is my daughter, she doesn't quite understand the rules here."
The 'Viscount Zangner's' warm smile was endearing. He left the snacks in a wooden locker outside the library and then led his 'daughter' into the library.
Sabrina looked curiously at the hundreds of bookshelves in the enormous building and asked, "How did you know I was here?"
Elder Clarence pointed to his nose and replied with a smile, "This is thanks to the Viscount's special ability."
The two went to a small cubicle in the library.
There are no fewer than thirty of these cubicles in the library, each no more than twenty square meters in size, but they cost six bronze stars to rent for an hour. Most of the customers are wealthy people and scholars.
Sabrina saw the hot tea and pastries on the desk, picked up a cookie and stuffed it into her mouth, saying indignantly, "Why can't I bring my snacks in, but you can?"
Clarence flipped through the book, saying, "It's not mine. The library will provide it to you if you're willing to pay."
Sabrina had her feet propped up on the table, gazing up at the ceiling, displaying none of the ladylike demeanor she should have.
"I've reminded you more than once that you need to be careful about your actions in Twilight City and avoid causing unnecessary trouble. I think you haven't forgotten why we came here in the first place, have you?"
Sabrina glanced at Clarence: "To find out the truth about the 'Inheritor Army' of the Twilight Knights."
Clarence closed the book, patted the title page with his right hand, and said with a solemn expression, "That's right. The Twilight Knights were able to rise so rapidly in just two years, defeating the North Islanders, the barbarians, and the Silver Ring Kingdom, and occupying one-third of the Moon Creek Plains. If it were just a coincidence and luck, it would be too incredible. According to my speculation, King Todd Fisher of Twilight played an extremely important role in it."
“He’s just a farmer’s son.” Sabrina picked up another piece of pastry and stuffed it into her mouth. “I heard he studied at the San Sidlow Monastery, and his master was named Myris, I think?”
Clarence pondered for a moment, then continued, "I've reviewed biographies and academic publications, and all indications suggest that Todd Fischer possessed exceptional expertise in heteromorphic research and alchemy—a fact widely acknowledged by most in the city. This might be related to Master Myris, but I've also heard of a mysterious laboratory beneath the San Sidlow Monastery. It's possible he acquired unimaginable knowledge there. However, neither of these leads can be pursued at present. Myris disappeared along with the 'Relief Society,' and the laboratory was reduced to ashes during a barbarian raid."
"As for the 'Inheritor' army, according to our scout in Twilight City, the number of 'Inheritors' in the Twilight Knights has exceeded 170, and they are further subdivided into several branches based on their abilities." Clarence stroked the book, saying happily, "This intelligence points to two things: First, the King of Twilight likely possesses a method for cultivating 'Inheritors,' and he can transform mutants and even ordinary people into 'Inheritors' according to his will; second, he has found a way to suppress the mutation of 'Inheritors,' allowing cultivation to be carried out on a large scale without having to consider the remaining stock of the 'Sutherland Legacy.'"
"Sabrina, do you know what this means?!"
The girl stopped chewing, looked at the elder, and answered indistinctly, "Does that mean the alien race is safe?"
Clarence laughed and shook his head: "No, it means that whoever gets this technology will get the whole world!"
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Headquarters of the Knights of Twilight, Council Hall.
King Todd sat on his high throne, quietly looking at the list of soldiers to be sent to war in his hands.
The entire army of the Muxi Kingdom—including the cavalry regiment, scout brigade, sniper brigade, elemental brigade, sergeant regiment, and militia—was mobilized, with nearly 70% of its forces deployed.
Todd closed the list, glanced around at the kingdom commanders below him, and finally leaned towards Cumberland: "Are you sure I don't need to participate in this battle?"
“Your Majesty, the presence of a member of the royal family on the battlefield, or even the king himself, would greatly boost morale. However, firstly, you have no relatives who can accompany you on the campaign…” Cumberland paused, glancing at Todd, “Secondly, the situation within the Kingdom of Muxi is no longer as clear as it was during the Knights’ era. With the increase in immigration, the expansion of cities, and the conflicts among the people, it’s hard to imagine what this city will become in the absence of the king.”
Todd nodded in agreement.
Cumberland's next sentence surprised him.
“Your Majesty, since the Knights of Twilight announced their secularization, you have naturally been removed from the holy order of the Church of the Father. The law that clergy cannot marry is no longer in effect for you.”
Hearing this, Todd already guessed what the old knight was about to say.
“Looking across the entire continent, in any country, it’s extremely rare for a royal family to have only one member.” Cumberland, observing the king’s expression, lowered his voice: “If I’m not mistaken, Your Majesty, you’ve turned seventeen this year. It’s time to consider adding a member to the royal family…”
Todd looked helpless, waved his hand to indicate that the topic should be put aside for the time being, and turned his gaze to Harkins: "For this battle, you will temporarily serve as the commander of the Twilight Knights. Is there any problem?"
Huggins bowed: "Many captains in the Knights of Twilight were my comrades-in-arms and friends in the past, so there will be no obstacles in combat coordination and command transmission. Moreover, Lord Cumberland has already set a specific strategy for this battle, and my task is simply to follow the strategy and defend the fortress. As for the defense of Twilight City and His Majesty's duty of protection, Alfonso will be in charge for the time being while I am away."
With his fist pounding on his breastplate, the taciturn knight Alfonso bowed and showed the king his resolve through his actions.
Cumberland nodded to the commanders around him, then said to Todd, "Tomorrow morning, the kingdom's army will march to the battlefield. Your Majesty, please rest assured and await news of our triumphant return!"
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