e-thriving metropolis into a desolate wasteland, devoid of even a whisper of life. Neither the strong nor the weak could escape his absolute confinement. His eyes held no compassion or humanity, only...Chapter 269: Ranchi discovers that Zesistella seems to worship Lanfu.

Lanche and Zethira, walking down the streets of Helrom's South District, seemed like passersby in a bustling city canvas.

The scenes around them flowed by like water, a kaleidoscope of colorful road signs, bustling popular stores, giant billboards advertising all sorts of strange goods, and the people of Helrom enjoying their weekend.

Although the surroundings were bustling and noisy, the couple's steps and speech seemed extraordinarily leisurely and slow.

"Teacher's teacher... could it be the unmarried woman you were talking about"

Zesthera looked at Lance beside her, as if she had just understood something. She asked,

Although it might seem like she's saying bad things about her teacher's teacher, this is just Lancy repeating what she heard.

Staying home and isolating yourself all the time does seem dangerous.

Zestilara didn't want to become a moldy old woman, no matter what. That meant she was further away from her idol, Talya.

She's always giving people the cold shoulder, acting like everyone owes her money.

Ranch thought about the state he was in when he was with Talia, and immediately helplessly shrugged and complained.

"Is that so"

Zethira slowly raised her hands and rubbed her cheeks, then tried with all her might to force a stiff smile.

She needs to learn how to smile and not become the textbook example of a demon that Lancy talks about.

The true demon is the one who deceives others with a calm and composed smile.

"Zethira, are you practicing your smile"

Lance glanced at Zeltira, asking with a hint of uncertainty.

"Yes."

Zestilla does not hesitate to acknowledge her own purpose.

She has always been practical and found it difficult to muster an appropriate smile.

"Take it slow, this isn't hard to learn."

Lance consoled him.

Zeti is very young, not good at smiling and has plenty of time to learn and change.

If she finds it difficult, we can also introduce her to a professional acting teacher.

When it comes to actresses, Huberley is the most professional. No matter what kind of script she's given, she can instantly get into character and act alongside herself.

The acting of the great love poet is actually quite good, but sometimes it's too over-the-top. Sometimes she has a bit of a deliberately teasing boyish air about her, giving off a feeling that's both masculine and feminine.

Let Et and Huberlian meet again on the North Continent so that Huberlian can teach Zethira.

Perhaps Huberlyan could also learn a few things about the awakening of half-demon magic talents from Zestila.

"Can your magical talent perceive things from far away"

Lance continued to ask her about her talent magic.

It's not particularly far, maybe about ten or so meters.

Zestilla shook her head.

"...."

Lance pondered, stroking his chin.

That is to say, the people who followed them were much closer than he had imagined

Even so, Ranch and the Cat Boss remained completely oblivious.

He's not a bad person, thankfully. Otherwise, it would be hard to have no animosity towards him and Zesthila.

I don't know if it was myself or Zestilla who caught someone's interest.

During a brief silence from Lan Qi.

"By the way, speaking of kind and unkind words, I met someone at school who wasn't unkind to me."

Zestilara seemed to have been thinking about something because of the previous unknown attention she had received.

"Um"

Lancy raised an eyebrow with interest.

Generally speaking, people with such a quality of great love will get along well with him.

"Do you remember that book *Chronicle of the Holy War* you read"

Zethila had talked about this book with Lance on the train coming to Helstrom that day.

Remember.

Lanche nodded, knowing it was published by the Imperial Royal Magic Academy Press.

The author of that book, Seiddo Arendale, is the history professor at Protos Royal Magic Academy. I took a history class to fulfill my credits and it just so happened that he was teaching it. It's only offered this semester, and sometimes he goes on digs to ancient sites.

Zeesila and Lanci said.

"That's how it is."

History can be said to be one of the few theoretical knowledge that Zesitila doesn't dislike.

And history itself is quite important in the Shadow World's strategy and historical analysis. In the Southern Continent, where academic systems and information-sharing organizations are very mature, historians enjoy a privileged position and research convenience within magic towers and academies.

Able to make independent contributions in the North Continent, Xido is a very accomplished historian.

After seeing his work, Ranchi was even more convinced.

"Can I go with you to his history class next week"

Ranch asked.

If he had the opportunity, he would like to discuss some Crusade-related issues with historians from the Northern Continent.

After all, the causes and consequences of that holy war are riddled with mystery, and Ranch possesses certain information that should be unknown to any historian.

"No problem, Professor Xie welcomes students to ask questions after class."

Zesira nodded, then paused.

"According to what you said before, what kind of results would I get if I specialized in a specific area"

She asked Lance about the possible ultimate form her gift magic could reach.

It will become the highest level of enemy detection skill, capable of fundamentally judging an enemy's location, state, and intentions for attacking or fleeing.

Ranch had known long ago that Zestilla's talent in judging information was far less accurate and specific than Talia's, but it was a range-type ability that could be used to proactively avoid misfortune. This was also the reason why Ranch could rest assured leaving her alone at Protoss Royal Magic Academy.

She is a cherished chief student of Ranchi, or rather, the first demon who claimed Ranchi as her master. Naturally, Ranchi would also take good care of her.

Although it is an exploration and intelligence skill, it will give you a decisive advantage in any combat situation.

Lanche added.

The strongest scouting ability paired with Zeestila's ultimate potential for growth in combat prowess, can counter a whole lot of flashy moves.

Even though illusion magic was something Lianlong Demoness wasn't originally good at dealing with, she could see through it all thanks to this talent.

"Not bad."

Zethira nodded.

It seems the implied meaning is not very satisfied with this.

"What do you want"

Lan Qi curiously asked.

Although it suits her well, if she doesn't want it, then it means nothing.

Zestilla hesitated slightly, then spoke:

"Is it possible to specialize in mental interference, allowing me to scale down the target's fear or affection towards me"

"… "

Lanci, upon hearing this, was stunned.

This ability sounds a little familiar.

Why do you like Tallia but want the ability of a great poet

I think Tallia is like that. She's better at winning people over with words than with force, so I want to learn the strongest mind games.

Zesthila noticed Ranchi's state and continued to explain to him.

(The End)

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