Chapter 500 Two Families Becoming One of Friends
Early spring of 1054 in the Austen calendar.
As the roar of the train shook the snow off the windmills on the outskirts of Thunder City, the belated sunshine finally melted the last bit of snow in Roland City.
For the people of Leon, many things happened in the past winter month.
Whether it's in front of your own house or in your neighbor's house.
Just as people were about to forget the unpleasant memory and start a new life, their esteemed King Theodon de Valou finally remembered that he seemed to have forgotten to do something.
As the King of the Kingdom of Ryan, he should say something about that "unfortunate" fire to prevent anyone from gossiping about him later.
The following day, in the square in front of the castle terrace, royal guards in gleaming armor stood in full regalia, surrounded by well-dressed citizens of Roland.
Among them were relatives of the royal guards, tax farmers with extensive connections, and guild leaders who controlled the city's economic lifeline.
In addition, there were the presidents of merchant guilds who managed businesses for nobles, as well as renowned clergy and doctors.
In the far corner of the square, near the gatehouse where the guards stood, stood several ragged children and a court painter painting their portraits.
They were the lucky survivors of the fire, and now they were looking around blankly, clearly not understanding why all the important figures in Roland City had gathered here, and no one had told them.
The atmosphere at the scene was as lively as a festival.
If it weren't for the fact that everyone present was dressed in black, people would almost forget that this was a funeral and turn around to look for the champagne celebrating the wedding.
At noon, King Theodore, dressed in a simple dark robe and with a sorrowful expression, finally appeared on the terrace.
He slowly walked to the edge of the terrace, placed his hands on the stone railing, and faced the citizens in the square below who were eagerly waiting. He spoke in a heavy and hoarse voice.
"Citizens of Roland, my people, you have suffered."
"Just a month ago in the winter month, a merciless fire devoured our homes and took away our people. It was a terrible disaster; tens of thousands of people died in the fire, and I heard... we didn't bury all the bodies we could find until yesterday."
Theodden's voice seemed to choke, and he raised his hand to his chest. A guard rushed forward to support the king, but was pushed away by the old man's hand.
"However, we were not defeated!"
His voice gradually became more impassioned, his hands gripping the railing clenched into fists, and a flush of excitement crept onto his aged face.
as if--
Just like the real thing.
"It is your perseverance and your loyalty to the kingdom that enabled us to get through this difficult winter together! We overcame this hardship together!"
"Today, let us stand here together and pray for our compatriots who tragically lost their lives in the fire!"
A solemn silence fell over the square as people joined the elderly king in deep mourning.
The silence lasted for about half a minute before Theodore softened his impassioned tone, like an epic poem transitioning from a rousing climax to a soothing interlude.
“I must say that we are not alone in this disaster! Our Royal Guard are the bravest lads. When the towering flames obscured the moon, they rushed into the burning slums without hesitation, even though those slums had never contributed a single penny of their taxes… They are the true heroes!”
People applauded.
Theodore nodded, signaling everyone to remain calm.
He hasn't finished speaking yet; we can wait until he finishes before applauding.
“Furthermore, I would like to give special commendation,” Theodore said, glancing at a spot in the crowd, “to our Minister of Economy, Baron Wickerton!”
Lord Wickton stepped out from the front row of people and bowed humbly.
"Your Majesty, it is my honor to serve you."
"It is indeed Baron Wickton," the King said approvingly, his voice brimming with praise, "who, in the immediate aftermath of the disaster, tirelessly and diligently provided for the survivors, making an outstanding contribution to saving all the citizens who suffered losses!"
“It is what I should do.” Baron Wickton bowed again, his voice trembling slightly, as if he were praying to his god.
After waiting for Baron Wickton to receive his medal from the servant and withdraw, Theodore took a deep breath and announced in a reverent tone.
"To mourn the people of the Lane who died in this fire, and to pray to Saint Sith for future peace, I will observe a week of vegetarianism as king, as a sign of my piety and grief. Do not try to dissuade me... this is my duty as royalty."
The square was initially deathly silent, then erupted into suppressed sobs, with some people clapping and wiping away tears, looking as if they were slapping themselves in the face.
His Majesty is actually willing to "eat vegetarian food" and pray for a week in memory of the dead civilians!
What a mercy!
I must say, this is indeed the first time the Devalo family has shown such consideration for commoners... although there weren't this many commoners before.
Roland City is three times the size of Thunder City, and its population is also three times that of the latter, reaching a terrifying three million people.
This is still the population with statistics!
This is why, although Theodore regarded Edward as a rival, he never truly took Edward's ambitions to heart.
After the king finished his speech, the gaunt bishop Claude stepped forward.
Dressed in a simple black robe, he seemed to share the king's grief and praised him in a voice as dry as the cawing of a raven.
"Your Majesty's mercy and piety are like holy light. Our Lord will surely protect such a devout people and listen to the repentance and prayers of all beings."
Bishop Claude then turned his gaze to the edge of the square and raised his withered hands.
"Now, let us all observe a moment of silence. Let us pray for the departed, and for our benevolent Emperor... May he live a long life!"
In the square, both the nobles inside the castle and the representatives of the citizens on the outskirts were deeply moved by this touching scene.
Countless people burst into tears on the spot, deeply moved by the king's "benevolence" and "sacrifice".
Even the bewildered children lowered their heads at the guards' prompting.
Amidst the somber chants of prayer, King Theodore casually glanced around the room, checking to see who was watching him.
Seeing that no one looked up, he quietly turned around and nodded to the bishop beside him.
'It's up to you now.'
The bowed bishop quickly returned his gaze with a loyal look and a fawning smile.
"You can rest assured that I'll handle things!"
Theodore didn't look at him.
Although bishops were once the Holy See's means of checking secular kings, in the Kingdom of Laine, far from the Holy City, not everything goes as the Pope wishes.
If he can put a baron in the position of governor, he can certainly put a clown in the position of bishop.
No one noticed that as the elderly king walked into the castle with his back to the square, a pleased, cold smile curled at the corner of his mouth.
Those panicked yet pretentious faces are truly captivating.
He suddenly felt a little excited about tonight's dinner, wondering whether the kitchen would serve meat or vegetables.
...
Luo Yan eventually moved out of the "Embrace of Dawn" hotel.
It wasn't because the hotel service was lacking, but because it was too inconvenient to stay in a crowded and noisy place with two little ones by my side.
Especially since the commotion they caused last time, the entire city of Thunder City knows that the other two members of the Colin family have also come to Thunder City and are very interested in the two little ones.
Out of concern for the safety of the citizens of Thunder City, the Demon King ultimately decided to move Vivian and Nanfu to the suburbs.
At Luo Yan's behest, Punk quickly found him a manor in the suburbs of Thunder City that was befitting his status as an imperial prince.
Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, this place boasts beautiful scenery and, importantly, high walls and hedges, making it a perfect hiding spot.
For some reason, Vivian acted strangely for several days after learning that she was going to move from the city center to a manor in the suburbs.
At first, Luo Yan thought it was because the nearby church had bad feng shui, and wondered if he should ask the pastor there to move. Later, he realized that the little guy was just having another brain fart.
As for how the Demon King discovered it...
That was destined to be another little story that wouldn't be recorded in official history.
In short, after careful repairs, Vivian's brain finally returned to normal.
At this moment, Luo Yan was sitting under a parasol on the lawn in the afternoon, holding a cup of black tea, secretly hoping that the opening ceremony of Hell Higher Academy would arrive soon.
"...Your estate is truly exquisite, Your Highness Colin. If I had known there was such a fine place in the suburbs of Thunder City, I would have bought an estate here and become your neighbor."
"Haha, Your Highness Edward, you flatter me," Luo Yan said with a gentle smile. "This manor was also purchased for me by my servants. If it weren't for those two little ones, I would prefer to live on Queen Street in Thunder City. I like the lively atmosphere there more... The continent of Gana has everything, except for a lack of people."
Edward Campbell sat opposite him and offered a heartfelt exclamation of admiration.
The shadow of the civil war seemed to have faded from his face, and his white hair appeared much softer in the sunlight.
Since the busiest days have passed, His Majesty of the Duchy has become a regular visitor to this manor.
Sometimes he wouldn't just come alone; he would bring his family along.
For example, this time Edward brought all three of his young sons here.
Nine-year-old Reno Campbell, dressed in a light blue dress with her golden hair tied in a ponytail, looked like a cheerful little pony. Inheriting the Campbell family's energy, she was now chasing after the fleeing Nanfu with a silvery laugh.
Eight-year-old Richard Campbell, on the other hand, was the complete opposite. His little face was tense, he held a wooden stick, and looked as serious as a little old man.
Human society follows the doctrines established by the Church of Saint Seis, which do not have the concept of eldest daughter succession; therefore, this Richard should be the future Grand Duke.
He does resemble his father quite a bit.
The youngest, Alfred Campbell, was only three years old and was in the delicate stage of being "afraid of nothing but also most prone to crying," trembling as he clung to his older brother's clothes.
As for why he was afraid, it was because a real demon—Lady Vivian—stood before them.
Luo Yan was no stranger to these children.
Luo Yan had met their mother, Madame Antonie, several times.
She was a beautiful and virtuous woman who managed the affairs of Campbell Castle very well and assisted her husband, Archduke Edward, very well.
What impressed Luo Yan the most was that little Alfred.
When he first arrived in Thunder City as Colin, the little guy was only a month old, and Edward even held a celebration for him.
They've grown up so quickly!
Including Eileen...
Luo Yan's thoughts were interrupted by a burst of clear laughter.
Lino was chasing after Nanfu, her laughter as clear as silver bells, and Nanfu was clearly struggling to keep up.
Because Luo Yan forbade him to use his supernatural powers, he dared not use any supernatural powers at all, and relied entirely on his tough body and willpower to endure the midday sun.
Although the sunlight wasn't fatal, it nearly burned him half to death since he was completely unprepared.
At the other end of the lawn, Vivian, in full force, was much more imposing.
"Wow--!"
With a deafening wail, three-year-old Alfred plopped down on the ground, tears streaming down his face.
"Kukukuku..."
Vivian, arms crossed, grinned maliciously, her evil emanating from within, faithfully playing the role of the "Demon King."
"Foolish brave men! You think you can challenge me? Fine, I'll admit your courage. I just happen to need a rug to step on in front of my door, so I'll use your skins to decorate my secret garden!"
With her platinum-level genius-level combat prowess, even without extraordinary abilities, she could easily utterly crush a nine-year-old child and a three-year-old to the ground.
Well, there's not much to be proud of about that, is there?
"Don't you dare hurt my brother!"
Richard's face flushed red, and despite being suppressed, his small body struggled to resist.
He brandished the wooden stick in his hand with grief and rage, trying to dispel the fear in his heart, and roared, "You...you scoundrel! My knights...will not let you get away with this!"
"Waaah... Brother, this guy is so scary... Let's retreat." Alfred sat on the ground, sobbing, but he had learned a few more words than last time.
Indeed, adventure is the best teacher.
Vivian was having a great time and clearly wasn't going to let the two toys go so easily.
"Kukuku! Not bad, kid! Too bad I forgot to tell you, I'm a vampire! And a vampire royalty at that! Waaaaah—! Watch me devour you all!"
She suddenly opened her mouth, revealing two sharp little tiger teeth, and made a startled gesture.
The two children's faces turned completely pale in an instant, and their bodies trembled even more violently.
Luo Yan couldn't help but fall into deep thought.
Perhaps he misjudged her; he should have recommended Vivian to study at the Demon King Academy.
Clearly, in terms of both aura and talent, she is more like a qualified demon king than I am.
However, the thought that most graduates of the Demon King Academy did not become Demon Kings instantly made him feel relieved.
For these second-generation demons, the school is just a daycare; let's see what Prince Caesar decides.
Not far away, Nanfu, on the other side of the lawn, happened to hear his older sister's earth-shattering self-destruction.
Thinking of the courtroom so close at hand, his knees buckled and he fell face-first into the mud with a thud.
Upon seeing this, the clever and quick-witted Princess Lino immediately cheered in victory and flipped herself onto Nanfu's neck.
"I won! Gutaf! From now on, I am your knight!"
"Yes, yes, yes... whatever you say." Unable to bear this little devil, Nanfu groaned weakly.
Lino nodded approvingly, pleased with his reaction.
"Then! From this moment on! Gutaf, you are my horse! Giddy up!"
Nanfu: "???"
Taf, who was leaning against the second-floor window, gritted her teeth and pressed her mouth against the glass, cursing incessantly.
The Colin family and the Campbell family got along very well, with each side having its share of wins and losses.
Nanfu was a gentleman, clearly letting Lino have her way. No matter how ignorant or incompetent he was, he certainly wouldn't lose to a human who hadn't yet awakened his supernatural powers.
As for Vivian...
It's obvious they've gotten carried away again.
We'll deal with this guy later.
Luo Yan silently picked up the teacup, took a sip, and then gently placed it back on the tray.
'clang--'
Vivian, who was not far away, seemed to sense a threat, and her shoulders twitched involuntarily.
Poor Richard was almost knocked away, and this time it was really the Demon King's fault.
"Haha, what an energetic girl! I see a bit of Eileen in her."
Edward laughed with delight at the vibrant chaos.
Luo Yan smiled helplessly.
"I'll take this as a compliment for now."
Edward grinned, completely unconcerned about his son who had been sent flying.
The Campbell family members are all born knights. Even without awakening supernatural powers, their physical toughness is extraordinary. This minor injury will at most cause Richard to break the skin.
This wasn't the first time Edward had brought his children here to bother them; in fact, he was quite grateful that Vivian was willing to adapt to local customs, play the devil, and play with his children.
Without the nobles who could stand on equal footing with them, the "Little Edwards" are now only surrounded by sycophants.
They need an opponent they can't beat to prevent their pride from turning into arrogance.
However, at this moment, Edward's gaze was not on his two sons, but focused on Lenore and "Gutaft".
Whether judged by noble or commoner standards, the age difference between the two is not significant.
When Lino comes of age, Gutaf will be in his prime, making it the perfect time for them to get engaged.
As for Vivian...
It's a wonderful story that the eldest son can reconcile with his illegitimate son, but family marriages have absolutely nothing to do with illegitimate children.
Unrecognized bloodline is equivalent to no bloodline. At least in the feudal system of the Ottoman Empire, unrecognized offspring were commoners unless they received a title "given" by their father.
Moreover, even disregarding that, Edward didn't particularly like this girl who "clearly hadn't received a good aristocratic education."
“Gutaf is such a good boy,” Edward said with a smile, referring to Luo Yan. “He has a gentle nature and is about the same age as my Lino. Look how much fun they are having.”
Luo Yan smiled but didn't reply, thinking to himself that he knew it was true.
The ambitious Grand Duke seemed no longer satisfied with his relationship with Princess Eileen, or perhaps it was his own aloof attitude that made the Grand Duke somewhat indecisive.
Edward shifted his gaze from the two children to Prince Colin, and spoke sincerely.
"Colin, my friend. The friendship between the Duchy of Campbell and the Duchy of Colin is our most precious asset, and the most precious asset of our people. We all know that a strong friendship always needs a close bond to maintain it, and I want our bond to last longer than ever before."
This is no longer a hint; it's practically an explicit statement.
The Campbell family hopes to forge a closer relationship with the Colin family!
Unfortunately, that's a shame.
Nanfu's identity was too special for Luo Yan to make a decision for him.
“Your Excellency is too kind. Miss Lino is as lovely as an elf, but unfortunately,” Luo Yan’s tone carried just the right amount of regret, “Gutaf… his family has already arranged a marriage for him, so I’m afraid he will have to disappoint Miss Lino’s favor.”
"I see... That's such a pity. Please forget my presumptuous suggestion."
A barely perceptible hint of regret flashed across Edward Campbell's face.
However, he was, after all, the ruler of a country, and this regret only lingered for a moment.
He picked up his black tea, as if the suggestion he had just made was just a casual joke, and then naturally changed the subject.
Luo Yan was very cooperative with him.
After all, discussing the increasingly messy family tree of the Colin family would only put his brain under heavy workload. In comparison, he preferred to talk about lighter topics.
The conversation quickly shifted from the scenery of the continent of Gana to the reforms in Thunder City.
Edward clearly did this intentionally.
When he talked about this matter, his expression became noticeably focused and sharp.
“Your Highness Colin, as you can see, the reforms in Thunder City have entered a critical phase. Your duchy is a pioneer in this regard, and I still need to hear your advice, as a knowledgeable friend, on many matters.”
Luo Yan smiled and took a sip of tea.
"I wouldn't dare say that. The colonies of the Principality of Colin are actually quite primitive. I just happened to be standing on the shoulders of a dragon."
“You are too modest,” Edward shook his head. “Your insights into currency have even broadened Mr. Andes’s horizons. I am sure you have even deeper insights.”
Luo Yan neither confirmed nor denied his statement, and said softly.
"Tell me the specific questions. If I know the answer, I will tell you everything I know."
"It's about money!"
Looking at Colin, who had put down his teacup, Edward said frankly, "The work of the Postwar Reparations Commission has been very effective. After liquidating the assets of all the rebellious nobles and fully compensating all the victims of the Civil War, we still have a large sum of money left in our accounts."
The funds mainly came from the auction of forests and mines held by the rebellious nobles.
Unlike farmland, these things cannot be used to compensate ordinary people, since they have no ability to develop them at all; at most, they can go into the mountains to hunt wild rabbits.
Only qualified mining companies are qualified to utilize the Duchy of Campbell's abundant natural resources.
“…Sometimes having too much money is a happy kind of trouble, especially when too many people are eyeing it. Even with my advisors, I can’t easily trust their opinions.” Edward tapped his fingers lightly on the table. “I’d like to hear your opinion. What do you think I should do with this money?”
Luo Yan pondered for a moment, then turned his gaze to the lawn.
While Nanfu was still being chased and rolled on the ground by Linuo, Vivian had already begun teaching the two little "heroes" how to wield their swords more impressively.
Clearly, she didn't know swordsmanship; she was just pretending and laughing. However, the two future heroes thought they had received the "Demon King's" true teachings and had obviously been misled by her.
“…If you really don’t know where to spend your money,” Luo Yan thought for a moment, then looked away from Vivian and said with a smile, “Why not invest in education?”
He paused for a moment, then continued.
“Wealth will eventually run out, but knowledge can be passed down. Your people cannot remain on the assembly line forever; they can become great scholars, engineers… or even more useful people. Even if their generation is too late, they can place their hopes on their children. And only you can give them that hope.”
“Education…” Edward chewed on the word, then smiled knowingly. “Colin, we’re thinking the same thing again.”
He put down his teacup, looked intently at Colin, and continued speaking.
"To be honest, I have been planning to extend reforms to the education sector. Most of the schools in Leiming City are controlled by the church, and our best talents have all gone off to study theology, which I have always felt is a waste."
Objectively speaking, church schools improved the literacy rate in the duchy, filling a gap left by the feudal lords.
However, the principality no longer needs priests to do this; with its abundant productivity, it can fully leverage the power of the state to promote more specialized education.
Edward saw beyond the immediate gains and losses; he also saw something much further ahead.
A group of theologians who delve into the scriptures will not only be of no benefit to the development of the principality, but will also generate more and more conservatives.
A scholar who has spent decades of his life in the field of theology has had his life completely intertwined with the will of God.
In the eyes of such people, anyone who tries to touch the bricks on the church is as good as taking their life.
His opponents have always included not only the traditional nobles led by Earl Derek, but also the priests in the church.
However, he did not offend the clergy much; the priests only had some complaints and did not openly oppose him.
That might not be the case in the future.
Luo Yan listened quietly.
He wasn't surprised that Edward could see this; rather, it was all within his expectations.
“…So, I intend to completely change this!” Edward’s eyes burned with ambition as he presented his blueprint to his most trusted ally. “I intend to emulate the ‘Academy’ and establish a completely secular ‘Thunder City University’ in Thunder City, focusing on cultivating talents who are truly useful to the Duchy—especially those who are proficient in magic and alchemy.”
“At the same time,” he added, “I also intend to follow the example of the Empire and establish a Royal Academy of Engineering, specializing in mechanical engineering and steam… The technology of the Kingdom of Gutaf has amazed me and also made me wary. We cannot always rely on the pity of foreign races, and I think you must think so too!”
This is indeed a grand blueprint.
To be honest, the Grand Duke's performance exceeded Luo Yan's expectations, to the point that he couldn't help but let out a heartfelt exclamation of admiration.
“I admire your idea immensely, and I have no doubt that future Campbellians will thank you for your decision today!”
"Haha, you flatter me." Edward waved his hand modestly, then leaned forward slightly and finally revealed the true purpose of his trip. "Your Highness Colin, to realize this blueprint, I need an experienced guide."
Before Colin could speak, he stared intently at the prince from the empire and continued in a sincere tone.
"You... have experience as a professor at Xuebang University. Could you please offer some advice on the establishment of Leiming City University? If you don't mind, we would like to invite you to serve as the first president! Or an honorary president would also be fine!"
He didn't expect Prince Colin to become the principal; he just thought that since the other party was knowledgeable and experienced, he could offer some advice from the perspective of someone with experience.
For the first time, Luo Yan's smile froze, and a barely perceptible look of astonishment gradually surfaced in his usually calm eyes.
"...How did you know I was a professor?"
If he remembers correctly, he only mentioned to a few Campbells that he had "studied" at the Academy.
This was common among the nobility, especially in the empire, but “studying” and “teaching” were clearly two distinct concepts.
Did they mess up the performance?
Seeing Prince Colin's surprised expression, Edward gave a slightly apologetic smile, then summoned his servant and took out an envelope with a magical seal.
"This letter arrived at my palace early this morning. My steward did not recognize the sender, but he saw your name on the envelope and assumed it was one of your friends in the Holy City who couldn't figure out your exact address here... so he took the liberty of receiving it on your behalf."
Edward placed the letter on the table and gently pushed it towards him.
"Of course, I didn't read the contents of the letter, but..." He pointed to the front of the envelope, to the recipient's address.
It was clearly written there—
[To Professor Colin]
Luo Yan's gaze froze on the line of delicate handwriting, and he fell silent for a moment.
The sealing wax seal of the Castellion family.
It was obviously sent by Ophia.
"One of the reasons I've come to visit you is to personally deliver this letter to you."
Looking at the silent Colin, Edward's tone was extremely sincere.
"Of course, if all of this is just a misunderstanding on my part, please forgive my intrusion and pretend I never mentioned it... We just desperately need a gentleman like you who possesses both knowledge and vision."
Edward had a vague feeling that Prince Colin didn't seem to want to reveal his experiences at the Academy.
Although this was puzzling, he didn't intend to ask any further questions.
After all, Xuebang was far beyond the sights of the Duchy of Campbell, and getting involved in matters unrelated to him would only bring setbacks to his original plans.
Maybe……
That period of teaching was not a pleasant memory.
Therefore, he gave the prince a way out in the end.
Luo Yan pressed his brow and pondered for a long time before finally sighing and giving a vague answer.
"...Your Highness Edward, your invitation is truly unexpected. Please allow me a few days to consider it before giving you an answer."
"understand!"
Seeing that Prince Colin did not immediately refuse, Edward was overjoyed, knowing that he had a chance.
So he stopped talking about that and instead started talking about the scenery of the Count of Spinor.
At this point, Luo Yan understood that this diligent and ambitious Duke had indeed come to him about the university.
Not far away, Nanfu, carrying his little darling on his back, had already climbed to the edge of the fountain, looking almost exhausted. It wasn't that Linuo was being too noisy; it was mainly because of the sun.
Meanwhile, the two brave warriors on the other side followed Vivian closely, their eyes gleaming, having already become her underlings.
"Your Majesty the Demon King!"
"Your Majesty, where shall we rob today?"
"Kukuku, there's a church about 500 meters from the manor. Go and demolish it for me."
Even though the Grand Duke could still laugh out loud, Prince Colin, who was sitting next to him drinking tea, could no longer remain calm.
If this isn't addressed, the evil winds of hell will reach his doorstep.
"Vivian."
Luo Yan's voice was very soft, like a breeze passing through a hedge, yet it made Vivian kneel down with a "thud," her knees buckling and her legs trembling.
The deepest fears of the soul are awakened.
However, it was clear that this little tyrant, who was used to running rampant in Shanghai, did not back down and stubbornly raised his arm to wipe away non-existent blood from the corner of his mouth.
"Ku—you've got some skills, no, as expected of the hero chosen by Saint Sith! Yes, I've lost, do as you please."
After saying that, she secretly glanced at Luo Yan.
How was my acting?
Luo Yan: "..."
Seemingly sensing the impending storm, Vivian painfully closed her trembling eyelashes.
Has the Demon King's ambition... come to an end?
Clearly, she was getting a little too into character.
Edward couldn't quite laugh this time. He had obviously been teasing the children, but he felt that the last two seconds didn't seem like acting.
It's probably just my imagination...
"Hahahaha!" After repenting for his misperception for two seconds, Edward covered up his awkward hesitation with an even louder laugh, and said in a self-deprecating manner, "Miss Vivian is such an interesting girl, and you two seem to have a very good relationship."
Luo Yan sighed.
"Perhaps."
Unlike the old Edward, the two young Edwards' eyes lit up when they saw Vivian's reaction, and they looked at Prince Colin sitting there with admiration.
really--
This is the real Demon King!
That's absolutely amazing!
(End of this chapter)
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