Don't confiscate my identity as a human race

Chapter 506 - 484: Lanci’s Leisurely Morning_1

The antique clock in the office emitted faint and regular ticks, its hand just past nine.

Lanci didn’t pay attention to the time, he was idly passing the morning hours in stark contrast to the vernal sunshine outside, everything around him was tranquil and orderly due to his presence.

Until a soft knock sounded on the office door, followed by Pranay’s voice from outside, "Mr. Rocky, Miss Cloris seeks an audience."

"Come in."

Lanci raised his head, looking towards the door, his voice serene and amicable.

The door slowly opened, with Pranay standing respectfully at the entrance, followed by a woman of extraordinary temperament who entered the room.

She was still dressed in a noble hunting attire and well-fitted trousers, her intricately woven hair resting on her shoulders, only more formal than before.

"Principal Rocky, it’s been over a month since we last met."

Duchess Cloris removed her hat and sat opposite Lanci’s desk, sighing.

Her radiant aura seemed to bring a breath of fresh air and floral fragrance, making the entire office even brighter, despite the sunny spring day outside.

"You must have had it tough being confined at the Duke’s Mansion."

Lanci rose from his seat with a smile, gesturing Duchess Cloris to join him in the discussion area on the left side of the office.

In the past, as a principal and student, they could chat leisurely at the desk, but not now.

"Yes, indeed. Every day was uncertain, depending solely on if I made the right gamble. Thankfully, I won handsomely in the end, considering the outcome."

Cloris shrugged as she spoke.

She didn’t at all seem like a woman who had just been on the verge of life and death for tens of days.

After the two of them settled on the couch in the discussion area, Pranay turned gracefully to a cupboard nearby, he pulled out a drawer, picked a pack of selected tea leaves, and began preparing tea for Cloris.

Lanci silently watched Pranay’s tea preparation, appreciating the serenity of this everyday routine.

After several months of intensive work, he was now at leisure, feeling relaxed.

With Pranay carrying the freshly brewed floral tea for the two of them, he excused himself and gently closed the office door behind.

"When did our school get such an impressive teacher?"

Cloris felt that she had only been confined for little over a month, and was surprised to see the appearance of such an incomprehensible professor.

"Maybe he has always been here, just unnoticed by anyone."

Lanci answered with a smile.

"I see."

Cloris seemed to understand something, but she decided not to reveal her thoughts,

"I heard that His Majesty Franklin III, invited you for dinner last night."

She picked up the teacup, looked at the Principal with great interest, and asked.

"Yes, indeed."

Lanci nodded.

The Emperor was also quite scared on the day of the Bishop’s vote.

Or to say, he had not been at peace for the past few months.

Until the emergence of Rocky McCarthy, who helped him settle everything.

That dinner also carried some implicit meanings, such as the Emperor hoping that he wouldn’t mind the public opinion and continue leading the Protoss Empire.

Lanci had a long conversation with the Emperor of Protoss Empire.

Although due to Rocky McCarthy’s close relationship with the Bishop of Hegemony, many imperial dignitaries are now averse to Rocky McCarthy having too much power. To avoid suspicion, he shouldn’t actively seek more power.

But the Emperor still showed his trust in Lanci, hoping that he would not mind the prejudice of other political parties in the Empire.

Lanci knew that part of it might be influenced by Isis, as the Emperor was quite nervous during the dinner with him.

But as their conversation progressed, Emperor Franklin III gradually opened up to Lanci.

Franklin III admitted that he was also afraid of Rocky McCarthy, many people thought of Rocky McCarthy as a being beyond the comprehension of ordinary creatures.

But it’s better to lay all cards on someone with ability rather than on an unknown quantity.

According to the investigation results not yet made public, it was a conspiracy led by Duke Morotian and Bishop Asksan of Nirvana to provoke a war leading to a large number of deaths. This would aid Morotian in absorbing lots of spirits, promoting him to the Ninth-order.

If Duke Morotian’s conspiracy succeeded, not only the Xue Yuan Province on the northern frontline imperial territory would be wiped out, but the northern countries would also become a grand banquet for the two inhuman culprits to revel.

However, still no explanation for the shadow of the Demon Race up north and the change in Duke, maybe it’s related to the Calamity Servitude in the extreme north of the Northern Continent, whether the Jiao Country was involved in it, no one knows.

After all, the Protoss Empire is only a southern Kingdom on the Northern Continent, and there are still many unknown mysteries in the north which are difficult for contemporary humans to understand.

Perhaps, one day in the future, more profound dangers will recur, and Emperor Franklin III wishes that the Protoss Empire still have him, Rocky McCarthy, then.

"So that’s how it is."

Cloris nodded.

She had a general idea of what the conversation between the principal and the emperor had been about.

In the end, it all came down to Rocky McCarthy earning the emperor’s trust and agreeing to continue in his position.

"Miss Duchess Cloris, what brings you to me today?"

Lanci looked at Cloris and asked,

"No, I think I should call you Duchess Cloris now."

He thought about it and corrected his words.

The [Original Slabstone - Undead], as a national treasure of the Protoss Empire and a treasure of Duke Berenhald’s family, is currently in the custody of the Grand Sage Isis after the death of Duke Morotian.

Isis stated that the slab would be returned to the Berenhald family after Cloris reached the seventh order, as a protection.

Cloris has now been acquitted and will soon inherit the leadership role of the Berenhald family, becoming a duchess of the empire.

This information had not yet been made public, but it was an announcement that would be made soon, and all the higher-ups in the empire knew it.

"Regardless of the changes in my status, the Berenhald family will always be your ally. Thank you for maintaining your trust in me until the end."

Cloris thanked him.

Every step she took was a risky move, and without a little trust from her allies, everything would collapse.

"No need."

Lanci diverted his gaze, smiling with lowered eyes.

"Why?"

Cloris stared at him and asked.

She didn’t know why Rocky McCarthy had turned her down.

"I plan to retire."

Lanci leaned back in his chair, looking calm and uncompetitive, as if he was preparing to retire tomorrow.

"...."

Cloris couldn’t figure this man out.

He was just one step away from controlling the Protoss Empire, but now he didn’t want anything.

What had all his previous efforts been for?

"I was never interested in fame and fortune, just want to go back home and live a peaceful life."

Lanci showed a relaxed smile,

"After I retire, the Protoss Royal Magic Academy will revert to its previous director-less form of operation. The position of governor of the Northern Xueyuan Province will be handed over to Viscount Chinston. As for the Hegemony Branch, I hope that Duchess Cloris can pay more attention to it."

He knew that the present duchess was somewhat like her father, Duke Morotian, in some respects, but essentially different. She was a more trustworthy partner.

"Of course, we have always been allies."

Cloris nodded, her voice resolute.

She paused for a moment, looking at the clock on the wall, and seemed to feel that she had lingered a little too long.

"Then I shall not disturb Mr. Rocky any longer."

Cloris got up and bid farewell to Lanci.

She moved gracefully and with ease, moving lightly towards the door of the principal’s office.

As she grabbed the doorknob, she turned around, a smile of indecipherable meaning appeared on her face.

"Oh yes, Principal, just now outside the Redmond building, there was a blonde girl who asked me to tell you that she’s waiting for you by the lake. She wants you to change into a more casual and handsome outfit before you meet her."

Cloris said, then with a slight nod, gently closed the door, leaving a peaceful space.

Lanci’s gaze lingered for a moment on the slowly closing door.

With no further action, he seemed a bit taken aback.

Then he smiled in relief.

"A date between the bishop and the holy heir, is it really okay?"

Lanci stood up and muttered to himself in consternation.

Originally, he just gave Sigrid an example, telling her what not to say before the war. Unexpectedly, the two hit it off and it turned into a real date.

Although he said so, he did not stay here for another moment and walked out of the principal’s office.