Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength
Chapter 217 - 216: Practical Power Communication Company

Chapter 217: Chapter 216: Practical Power Communication Company

"Arielle..."

Staring at the boy in front of him with a healthy smile, Ronald subconsciously started to ask a question.

However, realizing the identity of this fellow, he immediately rephrased,

"Excuse me, may I ask your name...?"

Standing beside the bustling street, the young boy quietly watched Ronald with a somewhat satisfied smile.

He certainly heard the words Ronald cut off in time.

Bowing crisply, he then made a bow as if he were truly looking for a job on the street:

"Raphael, you may call me Raphael."

"And as you can see, I’m hoping to earn some reasonable compensation by obtaining a job as your tour guide."

Having introduced himself, Raphael stood up straight and, without asking for Ronald’s approval, decisively continued,

"Sir, do you need to rent a house now?"

"As someone who has just arrived in Springs, a proper place to stay is essential."

Staring at the boy in front of him, Ronald also answered with a smile,

"As for myself, I plan to start with registration."

"Since I just arrived in this city, I must make all the necessary preparations."

Raphael nodded slightly,

"Shall we take a carriage?"

Ronald agreed,

"Of course."

Having confirmed their destination, Raphael adeptly flagged down a carriage on the street and directed the driver to go to [23 Crown Road].

Riding in the rental carriage, Ronald continuously observed the surrounding environment.

Although there was a certain gap compared to Biberonwich, the main transportation on the streets still primarily consisted of rental carriages, and there were also vehicles resembling early automobiles, but they were extremely rare.

On both sides of the spacious main road, various buildings each had their own distinctive characteristics, and Ronald even saw a gift shop with a sign featuring a ginkgo leaf design.

"Mr. Ronald, do you see that?"

As the carriage moved along, Raphael suddenly pointed at a resplendent building and said,

"More than two months ago, Miss Arielle came to Springs."

"Her performances are often held at the Oak Theater, and they’re unanimously praised by the city’s cultured elite. You really must give it a try if you have a chance!"

Hearing this, Ronald had no interest in looking at the building Raphael was pointing at but instead fixed his gaze firmly on Raphael himself.

Sure enough, this fellow was now looking at Ronald with a teasing gleam in his eyes.

The meaning hidden within those blue pupils was thought-provoking.

After thinking it over for a while, Ronald finally replied,

"If I have the chance, I will certainly try Miss Arielle’s performance."

No sooner had he spoken than Raphael fell silent.

His body stiffened as he recoiled backward, staring at Ronald for a few seconds before he turned away with an embarrassed smile and began to aimlessly look at the scenery outside the carriage.

That freshness.

It was as if he was the one experiencing Springs for the first day.

...

The rental carriage was not slow.

Nevertheless, it still took Ronald and Raphael quite a bit of time to reach Crown Road, and after accepting a fare that was higher than Biberonwich’s from their hands, the driver nodded and left the area with his carriage.

Left behind, Ronald was now on Crown Road.

Even in a city like Springs, it was an essential thoroughfare.

Because Number One, Crown Road, is the residence of the queen of this country.

——[Celestial Palace]

This ruler doesn’t seem to demand a particularly unique number for her domicile.

According to the city planning scheme, all the buildings along the road that leads straight from the gates of the Celestial Palace are marked with Crown Road street numbers.

Where Ronald and his companions are now—Number 23.

One could even see the towering walls of the palace from a short distance away.

Just as Ronald gazed into the distance, Raphael beside him opened his mouth with a teasing tone,

"What’s the matter?"

"Is the noble sir seeing the palace of the queen he serves for the first time, getting emotional now?"

Ronald raised an eyebrow but did not respond to the guy’s teasing.

However, knowing that this guy had already acknowledged his identity as either Aelita or, in other terms, Nasus, Ronald felt a slight relaxation in his heart.

Subsequently, Ronald asked,

"Raphael, usually, registration upon entering the city should be at the city gate, or at train stations, docks, and such, shouldn’t it?"

"Coming directly to a place like this, is it really appropriate?"

Hearing Ronald’s question, Raphael immediately laughed and shook his head,

"Ronald, what are you thinking?"

"Your status today is not what it once was; the regular gate registration wouldn’t dare to handle someone like you with a ’book’ entering the city!"

"Even if you registered there, you would still have to report to HQ here in the end."

Having a ’book’...

That referred to his identity as the original holder.

Understanding the meaning behind Raphael’s words, Ronald nodded comprehendingly.

"In that case... is the process troublesome?"

Raphael shrugged indifferently,

"Not really troublesome, just going through a procedure."

"With your current status, they’d prefer you to stay put in the city; that would be the best scenario for their work."

"That makes sense." Ronald nodded in understanding, then continued to ask, "Next, do I go in alone?"

Raphael replied naturally,

"Of course."

"I’m just a minor character around here; I wouldn’t dare to step inside such a place."

Hearing the reply, Ronald didn’t hesitate and immediately turned to walk towards the building at Number 24, Crown Road.

The headquarters of the Investigation Bureau was an H-shaped office building.

With a total of six floors, it was roughly seventeen meters tall; the building itself, a light gray color, wasn’t particularly eye-catching but spanned a considerable length along the street.

Moreover, unlike the Investigation Bureau buildings in Biberonwich that were concealed with spells,

This one... was an office building in operation!

Above the main entrance,

There was even a large sign that said [Practical Power Communication Company], indicating to passersby that this was a corporate-owned company building.

With a mix of complex feelings, Ronald pushed open the door and walked into the lobby.

At that moment, he sensed that he had entered a very faint barrier.

Had he not had prior experience during his fight with Malcolm and had the strength of Divine Comedy continuously housed within his body, he might not even have noticed this subtle change.

And this, an average Caster on the mystical side, would certainly not realize.

Just as a bit of sentimentality crossed Ronald’s mind, a young girl dressed like a receptionist came over from the other side of the lobby.

With a business-like smile on her face, she said in a gentle tone,

"Sir, how may I assist you today?"