Chapter 249: Reckoning! (4)
Luo Yan nodded, understanding the implication of Professor Adonia's words—
This thing was concocted by an old fellow.
And it's quite the antique living in the past.
But there's really no need to guess.
Besides the Dragon family, no one else has a reason to do this.
Luo Yan's reaction was relatively calm, but Vivian's eyebrows shot up in fury, her small fists clenched tightly, red pupils flickering with dangerous light.
"Damn it! How dare someone poison the gob… the goblins!" She almost spat out the words through gritted teeth, her magic power faintly surging around her.
Adonia couldn't help but chuckle at that.
She hadn't heard of any goblins in the Colin Duchy.
"Vivian," Luo Yan placed a hand on Vivian's shoulder, his peaceful tone carrying an undeniable authority, "Calm down."
"I-I am worried about you!" Vivian glared fiercely at him but soon deflated like a punctured balloon, muttering through gritted teeth, "It's definitely the Dragon family again… I should've told Dad about what happened back then…"
The Dragon family had once used her.
Back then, she had thought about confessing to her father, but Luo Yan had persuaded her otherwise.
"I hope you won't do that," Luo Yan said softly, looking her in the eyes, "This is my grudge with the Dragon family, I don't want you getting involved."
Bringing the Colin family into this might indeed be a strategic move, but it's not beneficial for either himself or Vivian.
He had better methods; there was no need to complicate things.
Besides, as it stands now, the Dragon family was already as good as dead in his eyes.
It's time to wrap things up.
Vivian puffed her cheeks in frustration, but eventually, she sank down like a deflated balloon.
Adonia watched their interaction with interest, raising her eyebrows and wearing an aunt-like smile.
Luo Yan felt she knew something, but he couldn't be certain how much, so he cleared his throat and changed the topic.
"May I ask… is there a way to neutralize this Magic Potion?"
He indeed knew how to use Holy Light, but he couldn't very well perform it in Hell.
And there were too many goblins; he couldn't possibly purify them one by one.
Adonia smiled warmly.
"It's not very difficult; I can make an antidote for you directly."
Luo Yan was slightly taken aback, then smiled gently, "Thank you, Professor."
Adonia was surprised at how readily Luo Yan agreed and joked, raising her eyebrows.
"Oh? I thought you'd be a bit more courteous."
"If it were someone else, I might be, but you're Vivian's tutor and a friend of Principal Ai Wen… they're important to me, so naturally, you are too," Luo Yan replied with a calm smile, "But let me handle gathering the materials."
Owing someone a favor is sometimes more beneficial than giving one, particularly when dealing with a strong person or an elder; people tend to help those they have assisted before.
That's why Luo Yan never hesitated to ask for help from his elders.
His first sponsorship came from Principal Ai Wen and Professor Lilith, and later Professor Lilith helped him once again.
Hearing Luo Yan's words, Professor Adonia beamed with delight, a flash of magic light in her hand, and a parchment slowly fell into Luo Yan's hand, where graceful writing automatically appeared on it.
"Here's the material list for you. Many things aren't rare, but the Blazing Flame Flower can only be found on land once flowed by lava, which may be tricky."
The Blazing Flame Flower, huh?
Luo Yan smiled slightly.
This item happened to be in the magic mines near Beifeng City, and his players had already transplanted it into his backyard long before the magic plant frenzy began.
He glanced at the list of materials and reported to Youyou for confirmation, most of which could be found in his territory.
Luo Yan stored the list in his Space Ring and nodded, saying,
"I will bring them to you as soon as possible."
"I'll be waiting for your news." Adonia nodded approvingly, then changed the subject slightly, "By the way, you came just in time. If you had been any later, this Magic Potion might have completely decomposed, and fixing the evidence would've been difficult."
As she spoke, she placed a withered leaf on the table.
That was a sign of curse corrosion.
Though he didn't know what magic plant it was, with the vice principal of the High-level Demon Academy's endorsement, the Truth Department should recognize this as evidence.
Of course,
Even without this physical evidence, Luo Yan had other proofs.
Just as they spoke, he had already learned about the situation at Black Wind Castle from Youyou—
A riot had broken out in the goblin community at Black Wind Castle, and the roaring flames had, as he hoped, precisely scorched the weeds in his backyard.
Actually, according to his original plan, the flame was supposed to come a bit later, at least after he had publicly disclosed the evidence of the Dragon family's collusion with the Trade Union and allowed the fear to simmer for a while.
But as it turned out, as long as the Governor did well, evidence wasn't that crucial.
Luo Yan smiled slightly, speaking modestly.
"Fortunately, I had the Professor."
"You're too kind."
Professor Adonia blinked and didn't continue to exchange pleasantries with the two but instead escorted them out of the massive Magic Workshop.
Luo Yan needed to quickly prepare the materials for the antidote, and she needed to make some preparations in advance to make the antidote.
Standing at the entrance of the Magic Workshop, Vivian lightly pouted, as if her expression said—what about me?
In an instant, understanding the expectation hidden behind her sulky demeanor, Luo Yan chuckled and reached out to ruffle her hair.
"Of course, thank you too, Miss Vivian."
Vivian's cheeks turned slightly red, a gentle smile tugging at the corners of her mouth as she basked in the attention, her lashes almost fluttering.
This guy never blushes when he lies, but his body is unexpectedly honest… or loyal to his own feelings.
Is this really a Colin family trait?
Luo Yan couldn't help but reflect if he had ever unconsciously done the same.
But just as he was lost in thought, Vivian noticed the silence on his face, misunderstanding his intent, and couldn't help but softly say,
"Do you really not need my help? I actually…"
Looking at the worried Vivian, Luo Yan knew she must have misunderstood something again, so he smiled and shook his head.
"Such a small matter doesn't require it, but when the day comes I need your help, I won't hesitate. Besides…"
At this point, Luo Yan paused, his gaze as deep as night, "They're already done for."
By tonight, the drastic changes at Black Wind Castle would shake the entire Demon City, causing an uproar from top to bottom.
He had once promised to provide the Truth Department with evidence of the Dragon family's involvement.
And now, that evidence was complete.
Though it may not be the one the Truth Department had anticipated.
Vivian was momentarily taken aback, though she hadn't fully grasped the deep meaning in Luo Yan's words, she perceived the concealed murderous intent.
The Dragon family was done for.
Whether it was the demon at the forefront or that guy hiding behind the scenes.
Her shoulders trembled lightly, eyes brimming with excitement and admiration.
No wonder he's the elder brother—
Truly unfathomable!