Wizard: I Can Synthesis Everything
Chapter 138 - 136: The Raven Curse

Chapter 138: Chapter 136: The Raven Curse

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Golden City.

January 15th.

Platinum Hall.

The commercial gathering led by the Empire’s Bank, Chamber of Commerce Headquarters, and the Empire Family is held here.

Once every ten years, lasting half a month.

It won’t conclude until early February.

The gathering is not open to the public, but as one of the grandest events on the Padolon Continent, the majority of the Capital’s residents are aware of its occurrence.

And many people from all corners of the globe rush to join.

Many foreign nobles also partake, bringing with them some regional specialties.

This event was beyond Lin Suo’s imagination.

His most luxurious outfit seemed no different from a cleaning rag here; the brilliance of the lights, the uproar of voices, it was all too extravagant.

He never knew there were so many nobles in Dan Dong.

And foreign nobles at that!

These fellows also enjoyed the protection of the Royal Family, but unlike Lin Suo’s one-time purchase of nobility, they had to pay a hefty sum of fortune annually, fundamentally different from his method.

Even so, an endless stream of people persisted in trying to buy a title in Dan Dong.

Unstoppably so.

This was the real pinnacle of the continent’s society.

Lin Suo had planned to wait at the entrance for Theresa, but on second thought, his outfit, personally tailored by Koster, was made of decent fabric; however, the style and craftsmanship were somewhat "outdated."

It looked very rustic.

After all, Theresa was a member of the High Elf Royal Family; getting too close in such an occasion could stir up trouble.

So he no longer waited and went in by himself.

The auction was still some time away.

At least it had to wait until after the banquet and the ball had ended.

...

"Look quick, it’s Prince Charles."

"Ah, he is so handsome."

"Of course, though Prince Charles is not the Crown Prince, he’s a kind and gentle person."

"Shall we go for a drink?"

"No...I don’t think so."

"Jinnie sister, didn’t you say you grew up with Prince Charles like siblings? Can’t you help your sisters out and have a chat with him?"

Lin Suo put down the cake in his mouth.

Leisurely, he observed the scene where several noble young ladies were conversing.

He remembered all of them; even the oldest was just a fourth-year student at the Golden Academy, precisely in the class he taught.

Apart from those serious folks who came for business, these types of noble young ladies were the most at the banquet, gathering in small groups here and there.

They weren’t eating much, just discussing who was handsome or which young noblemen had recent romantic rumours and tales.

Occasionally seeing someone particularly famous,

like Prince Charles, would trigger the earlier conversation.

Being the main speaker wasn’t bad.

At the very least, after blending in for so many days, Lin Suo knew about half the people here.

"Rhein~~Teacher!"

"Damn it."

Lin Suo shuddered, immediately sensing the element, and his expression turned solemn in an instant.

Sure enough.

Iris Jr. Gliondo, emerging from some corner, pounced over and grabbed Lin Suo’s arm.

Little red arrow tail, wriggling, coiled around Lin Suo’s leg.

A two-meter-tall red-skinned strong man was following by her side.

Lin Suo couldn’t push her away with witchcraft directly.

He looked awkwardly at the strong man, then turned his head to speak to Iris.

"Iris student, please be mindful of the setting."

"It’s okay, I don’t mind."

But I do!

Enchanting Demons surely have no good reputation.

"This is?"

"My brother, Simon Jr. Gliondo, already graduated, and now he’s cultivating on Undead Island."

"Purgatory Demon Bloodline?"

"Yes, indeed."

Simon is this red-skinned muscular man, with two thick horns on his head, his teeth and nails partially claw-like—a true powerhouse specializing in close combat.

The style of Dan Dong’s suit is somewhat akin to a tuxedo.

Worn by Simon, he’s the very picture of a suit-clad thug.

"Hello, Teacher Rhein."

Facing the amicable exchange from the student’s elder brother, Lin Suo also extended his right hand and shook hands with him.

"I’ve heard so much about you."

"Hahaha, I didn’t expect my reputation to have reached Lalaye."

Lin Suo: "..."

Just being polite, and now he starts boasting.

Seeing Lin Suo as if he’s heard of him, Simon unceremoniously yanked Iris away from himself and tossed her aside.

Ignoring his sister’s especially angry little expression.

He dragged Lin Suo to the nobles’ secret garden—"Little Balcony."

Many seem to enjoy having conversations in such places. When the two arrived, Iris didn’t follow, she spat out in annoyance and disappeared into the crowd.

Simon then turned exceptionally serious.

"Teacher Rhein, to tell you the truth, you’d better be cautious of Iris."

Lin Suo asked in surprise.

"Why? She’s just an apprentice..."

"It’s precisely because she’s only an apprentice that you need to be extra careful, otherwise... The Gliando Family is likely to end up with another unwanted son-in-law."

Lin Suo: "(ﾟ∀ﾟ)!"

"The Enchanting Demon Bloodline of the Gliando Family is a bit different, inheriting the bloodline of the Pure Lord from the 356th layer of the Abyss. The charm of their first night together is irresistible even to an Upper Grade Wizard."

"Is that so?"

Simon nodded.

With a mix of helplessness and a hint of pride.

"My mother, when she was an advanced apprentice, fell for my father, who was already an Eighth Ring Wizard at the time.

They were both Demon Wizards and got in touch while teaching at the Golden Academy, so..."

Gulp~

Lin Suo swallowed nervously.

Teachers and students dating is expressly forbidden by the academy, unless a future marriage has already been decided upon; otherwise, it is unbecoming for respectable teachers.

The Gliando Family, a well-established Earl’s family.

Much more profound than upstarts like Migaron.

Iris seemed to be throwing herself at him, not too sharp-witted, and if he were to engage with her, he would have to take responsibility.

Hence, from the start, he maintained a respectful distance.

Not as uninhibited as with Tifa.

Dating or whatever, that’s less critical than grinding skill levels, he only needed someone for close interaction, to relax and share companionship.

"I understand, I’ll be careful of her."

"That’s good."

Simon also breathed a sigh of relief, leaning against the balcony rail, and took a drink with Lin Suo.

"Ahhh!!"

A sudden scream resounded, changing the expressions of Lin Suo and Simon. Neither had expected someone to cause trouble on the first day of the Chamber of Commerce’s gathering.

The commotion sounded significant.

The two exchanged glances and quickly rushed toward where the chaos erupted.

Lin Suo’s soul had gone through the Chaos Baptism, making him more sensitive than ordinary people.

He sensed a familiar presence.

A few minutes later.

They pushed through the onlookers to the front, spotting a two-meter-tall black-winged Crow-man, kneeling in his suit on the ground.

Beside him was a body with its heart gouged out.

Not far from the dining table, several dozen roasted crows, disguised as roast pigeons, lay there—the gnawing marks of rodents showing that somebody had taken a few bites.