Narrow and crowded, with only wooden tables and wooden chairs, it was difficult for people to enter and exit Aunt Alisa's home. Lucien and John sat on two chairs next to each other, talking quietly about the eradication of the cult.
things.
At this time, Joel was still playing on the streets of the borough, Alvin was playing with good friends of the same age nearby, and Aunt Alisa was preparing dinner.
"Sir Wayne told me that a knight with a high status may have leaked the news, so after we entered the sewers, we only found a large secret room left by the devil believers, and they actually built a devil's hall there!" John
He said solemnly, "And all the devil believers have disappeared."
Lucien was not surprised by this result, because after killing the old man of the cult, he spent a whole night before telling John. After such a long time, if the higher-ups of the cult had not discovered the abnormality of the disappearance of their subordinates, with this pitiful
Due to their vigilance and IQ, they had better not do the dangerous job of a cult as soon as possible. It would be more suitable for them to go home and grow oats: "What about the Aaron gang?"
"The main leaders of the Aaron gang, including Longsang Aaron, have also disappeared, and the ordinary gangsters they caught have no idea about the devil's followers. The judges of the Inquisition use interrogation techniques that mix divine magic and rarely make mistakes.
." John's golden eyebrows frowned, "But these ordinary guys have probably been executed secretly by now."
The church has always been so tough and ruthless when it comes to matters involving cults and demons.
As for magicians, Lucien felt that the church's attitude seemed to be a little softer. For example, "he" was not secretly executed in the first place. Of course, it may also be related to the fact that witches are just magic apprentices and are not taken seriously.
Lucien had read in the past two days that among the religious books in the music library, there was a book called "The Magician's Hammer". It was written in the year 392 of the Holy Calendar, that is, four hundred and twenty-three years ago.
The book of a famous inquisitor of the Inquisition mainly teaches mage hunters and night watchmen how to identify magicians, track magicians, and how to torture magicians. There are some very interesting and cruel passages in it:
"How to identify a magician when the secret investigation using divine magic cannot be used to determine?"
"If the person under suspicion lives a hidden and solitary life, then this certainly proves that he is a magician; if the person under suspicion often attends banquets and is enthusiastic and cheerful, then he is obviously pretending to divert other people's suspicions."
"If he looks scared when he knows your identity as a mage hunter or night watchman, then he must be a magician. If he remains calm, then he is undoubtedly a magician, because magicians are used to lying and covering up shamelessly."
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"When you catch a suspect and interrogate him, if you find that your magic cannot see through his true face, you can try the following method: If he turns his eyes while being tortured, it means that he is using his eyes to find
The source of his strength is the devil; and if his eyes are dull and motionless, it means that he has seen the devil. If he has the strength to withstand the torture, it means that the devil has enabled him to hold up, so he must be more careful.
Torture him severely; if he cannot bear it and dies under the torture, it means that the devil wants him to die so that he will not confess or reveal the secret."
"When all cannot be proven, leave the final judgment to our strict, just, God who holds the truth, and tie the suspected magician to the stake, if the Lord feels that he is not evil.
magician, then he will be safe in the flames, and if he is burned to ashes, there is no doubt that he is an evil magician, this is the will of the Lord!"
Comparing this religious classic written more than 400 years ago, Lucien realized how lucky he was to still be alive: "Perhaps after the church has been strong for so many years, it has now relaxed its vigilance against magicians? It seems that they will mainly
focused on the heretics in the north."
"Did you find anything in the temple?" Lucien asked John with some curiosity.
John seemed to recall some bad memory, and his expression became very serious and hateful: "We knights and attendants are just guarding outside the hall, and the things in the depths are all represented by His Majesty the Grand Duke, Sir Wayne and Count Verdi.
, His Excellency Cardinal Salvatore led the knights and priests to deal with it. Later, Sir Wayne did not tell us what he saw inside, but his expression has been solemn since he came out. "
"Although I was guarding outside the Devil's Hall, I still saw the ground covered with a layer of blood, as well as the red hearts placed near the gate. They were still jumping. I heard they came from
It was dug directly from the chest of a living person."
"In the past, I only knew about the cruelty and terror of devils and evil gods from the bard's stories and Sir Wayne's descriptions. I didn't have any heartfelt hatred for them. But that day, for the first time, I directly saw the things they created.
After seeing the scene, I realized how evil, bloody, cruel and violent they were, which made me hate them from the bottom of my heart and wanted to kill them and get rid of them completely."
Seeing John's serious but powerful and purposeful tone, Lucien smiled: "John, have you found your own justice?"
John nodded, then shook his head: "It takes years, even decades, to measure whether justice belongs to you. But compared with the previous belief in protecting my home and protecting my friends, I have more faith in getting rid of the devil."
, the idea of evil creatures such as demons and their followers, a very strong idea.”
"I remember that among knights, there is a special profession called 'Devil Hunters'. They walk in the darkness all year round and risk their lives to get rid of evil creatures. John, do you want to develop in this area?" Lucy
En joked about John, "By the way, what is Sir Wayne going to reward you for?"
John softened his expression and laughed: "How can it be so easy to inspire the power of blood? Just look at the number of knights in the entire principality. As for whether to join the knights or become a 'devil hunter' in the future, it is still too far away."
Then he said: "Sir Wayne plans to reward several of our knight attendants with a long sword forged from fine steel. It is completely his own and can be taken home. Haha, the one he is going to give to me, Sir Wayne
It is said that it will have some magical power and will be sharper, only slightly worse than the official knight's sword."
Mentioning the long sword that he had longed for, John actually giggled a few times.
The two talked for a while, and when Joel came back, John wisely stopped the topic, but finally reminded Lucien: "I heard from Sir Wayne that the entire Alto will be relaxed on the surface, and
Increase investigation and vigilance secretly. Lucien, you have had contact with witches. You must not run around during this period, lest you be framed by people who are jealous of you becoming Mr. Victor's music student."
"Thank you, John." Lucien knew that this was very valuable information. John's willingness to reveal it to him was already suspected of violating the knightly code he abides by, although it meant that learning magic would become very troublesome.
Some magic that relies on casting materials or causes large movements must be suspended from practice, but it also means that the actions of the cult and the Aaron gang will subside for a long time, and their own safety will be guaranteed, and those who are suspected
It may get lower and lower.
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It was another Sunday. Lucien took a rest in the morning and sorted out his recent learning experience at home. Although he only practiced "Out of Control Ring", "Mage's Hand", "Preserved Organ" and other magics that do not require materials, for other apprentices
Super magic, the analysis and construction of several magic circles have been in progress, and the trauma on the soul has been completely recovered a few days ago. The mental power and soul have once again become significantly stronger with the help of meditation. At least, Lu
Sean can currently cast six informal elemental magics continuously.
In the Soul Library, Lucien was also reviewing the knowledge he had learned in the past in depth as long as he could find relevant books.
The mutated water ghost's brain tissue is perfectly preserved under the magic of "Preservation Organ". As long as the spell is cast once a day without interruption, it can be preserved for at least three years. Lucien has enough time to find other materials.
Thanks to reading religious books and travel notes, Lucien roughly knew the countries currently under the glory of the "God of Truth". As for the heretical countries in the north, the pagan countries, the dark creatures in the dark mountains, etc., he was still at a loss.
Of course, most Alto people are the same as Lucien.
In short, Lucien is very busy with his studies and has no time to think about unnecessary things. At most, he occasionally chats with Uncle Joel, Aunt Alisa, Pierre, Elena, etc.
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"Lucien, I am very satisfied with your diligence in learning. Now that you have memorized the preliminary knowledge such as musical symbols and scales, the next step is to combine reading music and playing to skillfully use and master them, and gradually
Extending to deeper music theory knowledge.”
In the afternoon, after Anne and others left, Victor inspected Lucien's music learning in the past week and gave a very high evaluation to his attitude and learning effect. If it was based on Lucien's help to inspire Rhine before,
In terms of gratitude for Xavier's inspiration to transform the piano, now Victor's appreciation and affection for Lucien is like a teacher's appreciation and goodwill for a satisfied student.
So Victor planned to let Lucien start learning musical instruments as soon as possible: "Lucien, have you decided what instrument you want to learn? I am personally better at violin, harpsichord, organ and flute. I can also make other instruments.
Certain guidance.”
Ever since he became a magic apprentice, Lucien's life has been filled with busy studies and unexpected events. He has not yet considered which instrument to learn, so he is a little hesitant at this time.
According to his inner thoughts, Lucien wanted to learn piano. This was influenced by his fondness for piano music in the past and the regret of not having the opportunity to learn piano. Based on reality, if he travels to various countries in the mainland in the future, he will look for the Continental Magic Council.
Headquarters, the violin is the best choice. After all, a bard cannot carry a piano with him.
Under the curious yet cold gazes of Lot, Phyllis, and Herodotus, Lucien hesitated to make a choice.
Seeing this, Victor smiled gently and encouraged: "It's okay, Lucien, it's okay, if you have any ideas, just say it."
After training, Lucien became very thick-skinned and asked sincerely: "Mr. Victor, can I learn the piano you modified? In addition to this, can I also learn the violin?"
"It's so shameless." This is the only thought of Lot, Phyllis and Herodotus. Do they want to study for a long time while it is free...
Victor moved his hands and said with a smile: "No problem, but it is best to start learning another instrument after learning one instrument. Concentration is the main secret of success. Well, because the effect of harpsichord modification is better than
I imagine it's okay, Lucien, just follow me and learn it first. This will help me find some of the problems and see how to better utilize its characteristics."
"Thank you, Mr. Victor." Lucien expressed his sincere gratitude.