Another World: The Failed Magician

Enlosk remains bustling at night, with a wide variety of snacks available and just as many pedestrians as during the day.

Lu Xuan and Zhao Quan were sitting in chairs at the moment, while Li Mengyu and Luo Yun were walking hand in hand in front of various food stalls not far away.

However, Li Mengyu wasn't in a high mood at the moment; it seemed more like Luo Yun was leading her.

Not long ago, after the group had just arrived at the place where they were specially received, Luo Yun said that he hadn't seen Li Mengyu for a long time and that the two of them wanted to catch up. So he led everyone to this snack street.

"What is your attitude towards the mission?"

Zhao Quan was the first to ask a question.

"Like most members of parliament, I'm probably suppressing the mission without completely severing ties. And what's the point of asking this now? My task now is simply to be vigilant about this mission. As for dealing with them, that's not my responsibility."

Zhao Quan nodded.

"It's the councilors' job to make contact with them. You and Li Mengyu just need to stay here and observe what happens. I'm just a little curious about your attitude. To be honest, before coming here, I even considered the possibility that you might take action directly."

"Although the Mage Association is in conflict with us, it's not to the point of life and death. For now, having one less enemy is a good thing for the Federation."

Lu Xuan remained calm, occasionally glancing at Li Mengyu in the distance.

“That makes sense, but I don’t quite understand why you and the teacher didn’t hide the news of the dean’s death. After all, the Silver Dragon Empire did hide the news of Polier’s death.”

"Because there's no need. Look, a month has passed, have those three empires made any moves?"

"Indeed, there has been no movement, which is somewhat unexpected. After all, the council had prepared for the worst and made a lot of pre-war arrangements, but so far it seems that the other empires have not made a move at all; it's eerily quiet."

As Zhao Quan spoke, a look of doubt appeared on his face.

"The reason is simple: the relationship between Inka, Del, and Silver Dragon is far worse than you see. The so-called alliance of these three empires actually fell apart 20 years ago after their failed attack on the Loka Federation. They are just maintaining a superficial relationship now."

"Moreover, the entire continent is gradually returning to its former state. If the country suffers a severe blow at this crucial moment, and the magic and battle energy on the entire continent are fully restored, the country will inevitably be left behind by other empires."

"So even though they knew the dean had passed away, none of them were willing to be the first to step forward. Moreover, the Federation's development speed is obvious to all, and they don't know what the Federation can achieve in 20 years. That's why they've been able to maintain this delicate balance."

After listening to Lu Xuan's words, Zhao Quan nodded in agreement, and the look of doubt slowly disappeared from his face.

"I heard from Karl that you're going back to the Eastern Dragon Empire?"

"Yes. This isn't my hometown after all."

Zhao Quan did not intend to hide anything from Lu Xuan's question.

"Planning to go back and fight for the throne?"

Lu Xuan's tone was joking.

"Hmph! I don't want to talk to you."

Zhao Quan glanced at Lu Xuan with a hint of disdain in his eyes, then snorted coldly.

"That's true. After all, you're already sentenced to death, so you really can't inherit the throne. But it's not entirely impossible. I believe that even if you suddenly came back from the dead, there would definitely be people who would support you. Why don't you give it a try?"

His tone carried a hint of smugness.

Zhao Quan didn't want to talk and rolled his eyes at Lu Xuan.

"Alright, alright, I'm not kidding anymore. When are you planning to leave?"

As he spoke, Lu Xuan dropped his previously somewhat cheeky tone.

"We'll leave once the mission is finished."

"What about Luo Yun? Are you planning to leave her here? Or..."

"I would like to let her stay here, but I think it's probably impossible."

This time, Lu Xuan didn't speak immediately, but remained silent for a while before asking a question.

“Although the Federation is currently in the eye of the storm, it should be safe as long as magic and battle aura have not fully recovered. If you continue to stay in the Federation, Luo Yun should stay here with you, and I believe Karl also hopes that you will stay here. After all, he is counting on you to inherit his position.”

Zhao Quan shook his head.

"Whether it's me or Luo Yun, we are both people of the Eastern Dragon Empire, and there are still people there waiting for me to return."

"You need to think this through. You should know about the tragedy of the Salvation Society."

“I know you mean well, but there’s no need to persuade me anymore. I know very well what the situation is like in the Eastern Dragon Empire right now, and I know it’s dangerous to go back now.”

“I have to go back, even though overthrowing the emperor’s rule is highly unlikely. But as long as we are there, they will improve the treatment of the people and won’t dare to go too far.”

Lu Xuan looked at the boy sitting next to him and saw a flame of faith in the boy's eyes.

An indescribable emotion lingered in Lu Xuan's heart; he had seen that look in someone's eyes before. He had seen it in White's eyes when they talked late at night before.

"Since you've already made your plans, I won't say anything more. I wish you all the best."

"understood."

At this moment, Li Mengyu and Luo Yun, who had been strolling around, also left and returned.

The two were also holding a variety of snacks in their hands.

But Li Mengyu still seemed uninterested.

Seeing the two return, Zhao Quan said, "Now that you've finished sightseeing, why don't you get some rest? I'll take you to the inn that's been prepared."

After saying that, Zhao Quan walked ahead.

The inn was not far from the night market where the four of them had just been, and soon, led by Zhao Quan, the group arrived at the inn.

Lu Xuan's room is right next to Li Mengyu's room.

After Zhao Quan led the two to the back, they exchanged a few simple pleasantries before Zhao Quan led Luo Yun out of the inn.

Lu Xuan looked at Li Mengyu, who was standing beside him and hadn't been in much spirits. He knew perfectly well why Li Mengyu was unhappy.

Lu Xuan walked up to the girl and gently stroked her forehead.

"Remember to get some rest."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards his room.

Just then, Lu Xuan felt his clothes being tugged.

He turned around and saw Li Mengyu standing there, one hand gripping his clothes.

"What's wrong."

Li Mengyu pointed her index finger at the kitten that was still lying in Lu Xuan's arms.

Lu Xuan instantly understood what she meant.

He slowly handed the kitten in his arms to Li Mengyu.

Although the kitten seemed a little reluctant, it still returned to Li Mengyu's arms.

Feeling the little one in her arms, Li Mengyu felt her suppressed mood ease a bit.

She gently stroked the little one in her arms.

After seeing that Li Mengyu was feeling better, Lu Xuan said goodnight in a gentle tone and then went into his room.

" Good night."

Li Mengyu lowered her head and responded softly.

When she turned around, she found that she was all alone in the corridor.

Li Mengyu pouted angrily, then slammed the door shut and went into her room.

"boom!"

The heavy slamming of the door startled Lu Xuan, who had just entered the room.

"Who upset her? Why is she so angry? She was fine just a moment ago!"

Lu Xuan was about to open the door to ask what had happened, but then thought better of it and decided against it.

Although the two had lived together for quite some time, Lu Xuan sometimes didn't quite understand Li Mengyu's thoughts.

Just then, as if sensing something, Lu Xuan suddenly turned around and saw an ordinary-looking middle-aged man sitting in the room, smiling at Lu Xuan.

Lu Xuan recognized the man at a glance; it was Los.

Faced with Los suddenly appearing in his room, Lu Xuan showed no panic. His expression remained calm, though a subtle killing intent lurked beneath his calm eyes.

There was someone in the room, but he didn't notice it at first.

It seems that the chief disciple of the president of the Mage Association is not as ordinary as he appears.

"I'm so sorry to bother you so late at night."

Los smiled, but his eyes held a hint of apology.

“Mr. Los, you should be at the welcoming hotel right now.”

Lu Xuan asked the question calmly, but the magic power within his body was already prepared.

"I mainly want to talk to you about something, which is why I've resorted to this tactic of visiting you at this time."

A hint of doubt flashed in Lu Xuan's calm eyes. This should be the first time he has met Los. What could this person want with him?

Seeing that Lu Xuan did not answer, Los continued, "Please allow me to apologize for what happened today. My junior brother has been spoiled since childhood, so he has a bad temper. I apologize to you, Mr. Lu Xuan, for what he did today."

"If you came here just to say this, you might not leave this room today."

Lu Xuan's tone was very calm.

But after he finished speaking, the entire room was filled with murderous intent.

"Mr. Lu Xuan, you really know how to joke, but you are right about one thing. I have three things to say to you. The first is to apologize."

"The second thing is that I would like to invite Mr. Lu Xuan to join our Mage Association. Don't worry, the benefits will be absolutely top-notch, and with your talent and age, my teacher, who is also the current president of the Mage Association, would likely take you as his apprentice. Moreover, with your talent, I believe that you are very likely to be the next president in the near future."

After speaking, Los looked at Lu Xuan with a smile, as if he was waiting for his answer.

Faced with the invitation, Lu Xuan felt a sense of absurdity and ridiculousness.

He then replied with a cold laugh, "Mr. Los, why do you think I would grant your request?"

Seeing Lu Xuan's indifferent attitude, Los was not angry at all, but instead looked confident of victory.

"Just look at your eyes."

"My eyes?"

Los's answer left Lu Xuan momentarily speechless.

"Yes, it was your eyes. When you were still in the Silver Dragon Empire, our Mage Association had our eye on you. We were even preparing to exchange you from Lokak, but Dean White interfered."

"So what does this have to do with my gaze?"

Hearing the other party's illogical words, if this person in front of him wasn't a representative of the Mage Association, Lu Xuan would have thrown him out of his room long ago.

“Your magical talent is exceptional, but what’s even more remarkable is your nonchalant gaze. You seem to be a mere passerby in this world, completely indifferent to everything. You’ve always had this look in your eyes, and it’s very pleasing to us. We need someone like you.”

“Your reasons for staying in the Locke Federation are completely different from those of people like White. You don’t have that burning conviction in your eyes. So I think if you’re given the right conditions, you will leave the Locke Federation.”

At this point, Los's smile widened even more.

"Although your eyes look a little different now than before, I believe people don't change that easily. So what's your answer?"

"Tch, I thought you could say something. You wasted so much of my time, acting like a lunatic."

Lu Xuan's eyes were full of disdain, as if he were looking at an idiot.

Los, however, didn't seem to care, his signature smile still on his face.

"Since you don't agree, then forget it. Of course, if you change your mind, I promise you that the doors of the Mage's Guild will always be open to you."

Lu Xuan looked at the ordinary-looking man in front of him. His expression remained unchanged, and he still maintained his smile. The disdain in his eyes slowly faded and gradually turned into coldness.

Lu Xuan had spoken that way on purpose, trying to provoke Los, but Los didn't care at all, and Lu Xuan didn't even sense any emotional fluctuation from Los.

Such people are the most terrifying.

Or we can just take care of him here.

Anyway, we'll just say that Los started it and had ulterior motives towards us.

After all, given that he appeared in his room for no reason and given the sensitive time, Lu Xuan had every reason to believe that the other party wanted to harm him.

At that time, even if the Mage Association wanted to cause trouble for the Federation, they would have an excuse to deal with it.

Just as Lu Xuan was hesitating whether or not to make a move.

Los said to Lu Xuan in a very gentle tone, "The last thing I want to ask is that you replace the councilor who will be receiving us tomorrow with Karl."

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan immediately thought he had misheard.

Although Lu Xuan didn't know which member of parliament would be receiving the delegation tomorrow, he figured it would be someone with a relatively mild attitude.

But it was clearly unusual that the other party sent Carl, who was the most hostile of all the councilors, to receive them.

"Which congressman will receive you is not up to me to decide."

"It's alright, you just need to tell Carl this message. I believe he will make a decision on his own."

Lu Xuan hesitated for a moment.

"Row."

"Thank you so much, sir."

Los's tone was full of gratitude, as if Lu Xuan had done him a great favor.

"Then I won't bother you any longer. Also, the conditions I mentioned before are still valid. You can come to me anytime you want."

Before leaving, Los gave Lu Xuan another piece of advice.

Lu Xuan did not answer immediately.

Just as Los was walking towards the door, he brushed past Lu Xuan.

A faint voice reached Los's ears.

"I am now the second dean of Frunze Academy."

Although the voice wasn't loud, it carried an air of unquestionable authority.

"Congratulations, Mr. Lu."

His tone was full of congratulations.

But after Los completely left the room, a cold glint flashed in his eyes in the shadows where Lu Xuan couldn't see him.