Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength-Chapter 1140 - 1134: An Ordinary City

The so-called [Anluo Island] Government Center is actually just a two-story building.

Although compared to other buildings in the city, the architectural style here is a bit more serious and dignified. But judging from the size of the building itself, this government center is indeed not large in scale.

The development of countries in the Southern Hemisphere is limited by this, so it can only be this way.

Ronald quickly accepted this reality.

Then he turned to look at Gwendolin beside him, with a tone of slight dissatisfaction:

"So your plan to bring me here to stop the evil cult magicians is just to go inside and negotiate?"

"Of course not!" Gwendolin shook her head decisively and then offered her even more expedient idea, "With you here, why not just blow it up?"

"..."

Ronald was silent.

Seeing Ronald's gaze, Gwendolin leaned over with a cheeky smile and said:

"Ronald, these are evil cult magicians, you know!"

"If you take them out now, then there's no one to carry out the plan against [Graid], wouldn't that solve everything?"

"..."

"I've been pondering something since just now."

After maintaining eye contact with Gwendolin for a while, Ronald finally continued:

"I know you're not human, so there are bound to be differences between us. I tried to understand your behavior logic through past experiences, but found it didn't fit."

Though Ronald's words weren't particularly friendly, Gwendolin appeared very pleased and even nodded proactively, urging:

"Mm-hmm, and then?"

Ronald intensified his tone:

"Then, just now, I think I understood."

Gwendolin's gaze was filled with anticipation:

"What did you understand?"

Ronald continued:

"Indifference, it's an indifference to life, and even to yourself."

"You have a strong sense of purpose, but in your pursuit of your goals, you lack normal dedication and respect towards the world. It's like a childish naivete, reminiscent of kids pouring hot water on ants."

Ronald's words were actually not entirely accurate.

His true sensation was that Gwendolin had an air reminiscent of a game player wantonly wreaking havoc in a video game.

Unchecked, straightforward in obsession, everything else deemed unimportant.

This behavioral approach, when applied to reality, made someone following such logic arguably the most terrifying kind!

And then, Gwendolin laughed.

Clap clap clap—

She even proactively applauded Ronald's reasoning and then offered words of praise.

"Mm-hmm, you're absolutely right!" 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"I'd heard before we met that you, Ronald, are particularly clever, and seeing you now, it's all true."

Afterwards, Gwendolin inched closer to Ronald.

With their eyes meeting, faces nearly brushing against each other, she asked in an inquisitive, curious tone:

"So, are you planning to tear up the contract we just signed and eliminate me here as a dangerous element?"

"..."

"Not at all, and I don't intend to use the method you suggested of simply killing everyone here." Ronald denied Gwendolin's inquiry.

At this, Gwendolin's tone became disapproving:

"Ronald, this isn't efficient at all."

"Didn't you say before that you have important business to attend to in [Rooney Kingdom]?"

After her words fell, Gwendolin took a step back.

She distanced herself from Ronald, her tone clearly expressing disappointment over something.

"Such a soft approach won't stand a chance at eradicating the cult magicians."

Ronald's gaze remained unwavering, his inner resolve unshaken:

"I will use my own methods to achieve my goal, rather than let—"

"Ah! Isn't this Mr. Ronald?"

Just as the atmosphere between Ronald and Gwendolin grew tense, a voice sounded nearby, full of delight.

It was from the [Anluo Island] Government Center.

An office worker in uniform emerged from the main entrance, catching sight of the two.

Upon hearing the voice, Ronald's attention shifted, immediately sensing the other's eerie magic power.

He didn't even need to turn to confirm; he knew this was an evil cult magician.

Shortly thereafter, the cult magician approached rapidly. Like others Ronald had encountered, this individual harbored a strong affinity for Ronald, and even their conversational tone trembled slightly.

"Have you come to [Anluo Island] in preparation for heading to [Rooney Kingdom]?"

"To be candid, during several of our gatherings, Lord Bapulor mentioned you frequently and missed you very much. This time, we can finally fulfill the lord's expectations!"

"..."

Ronald succinctly said:

"I do plan to visit [Rooney Kingdom], but before that, I have matters to discuss with you all."

"No problem, anything can be discussed!" The cult magician responded swiftly.

Once Ronald spoke, he promptly abandoned his original purpose for stepping out, and focused all his attention on Ronald.

"In that case, Mr. Ronald, please come inside."

"Although the [Anluo Island] Government Center might not meet your standards, it's already quite a decent building in the entire area."

The cult magician, extending his invitation, quickly retreated back through the Government Center's doors.

Ronald nodded to him, but didn't follow immediately—his gaze instead lingered attentively on Gwendolin.

"..."

"Is something wrong?"

During the short exchange between Ronald and the cult magician, Gwendolin's expression had reverted to its initial state. Noticing Ronald's gaze now, she feigned bewilderment, asking:

"Since you have your own ideas, Ronald, why not proceed with them?"

This prompted Ronald to continue:

"If I'm not mistaken, your initial introduction suggested you escaped from [Rooney Kingdom]?"

"My existence is highly classified!" Gwendolin replied indifferently with a wave of her hand, "The evil cult magicians here on [Anluo Island] aren't privy to my existence or to my escape."

Ronald probed further:

"So still intend to accompany me to [Rooney Kingdom]?"

Gwendolin promptly responded:

"Well, I haven't really decided yet."

"However, if you sincerely wish it, I have no issue accompanying you. After all, if I managed to escape once, I can surely do so again!"

"..."

Regarding Gwendolin's attitude, Ronald neither confirmed nor denied.

He simply cast a deep glance at her before turning and walking into the government center.

And behind Ronald.

Gwendolin followed in, smiling cheekily.

The girl's demeanor was unchanged from when they first met, as well as from their earlier walk.

Not a trace of hesitation was visible.