Chapter 83

Zuo Tian Leizi, being the closest to the door, casually opened it. She was not afraid of any danger; with the combat power here, unless a sage-level person acted, it would be impossible to even cause a few people to be injured.

Standing at the door was a woman around twenty-five years old, wearing a competitive swimsuit, with an orange life jacket over it, and an ID card around her neck with her name — Oliver Herald.

"Hello, young ladies from Academy City, can I come in?"

Since they had decided on a course of action, Zuo Tian Leizi stepped aside to let Oliver enter the already somewhat crowded room.

"Adorable young ladies, your actions this morning have caused us great trouble — not only did you destroy our performance machines, but you also kidnapped one of our employees. However, considering that you are first-time visitors here, some impulsiveness is understandable. Could you please return that employee to us? We will not hold this matter against you."

Oliver maintained a smile as she spoke, but the faces of the few people present darkened. Were they being treated like fools?

In Oliver's mind, these girls would certainly be at a loss when faced with such a situation. The terrifying reality should have made them very anxious, and her suggestion would be like a beacon, allowing the girls to relax while completing the task.

But who were the people in front of her?

Negotiations would inevitably be handled by Shizuri Tokiwadai, as there was no one more suitable than her.

Shizuri Tokiwadai stepped forward: "Hello, Ms. Oliver Herald. Let me introduce myself first. I am Shizuri Tokiwadai, the sixth Level 5 of Academy City, codename — Psychic Controller."

!!!

Psychic Controller, this codename combined with Level 5 powers, what did it mean?

It meant that Oliver had no secrets in front of Shizuri Tokiwadai!

"You!"

"I know why you came and what you want to do, but let me tell you, don't even think about it!"

"We have no intention of getting involved in your conflicts, but our captive is ours, and you cannot have them."

"Also, those people you have captured, release them immediately. I can use my powers to alter their memories, keeping your secrets intact."

"But if you do not agree, then be prepared to declare war on Academy City."

At this moment, Shizuri Tokiwadai embodied what it meant to be the queen of Tokiwadai — domineering and unreasonable.

Just one encounter, and the situation was already out of Oliver's control. Level 5 Psychic Controller was too terrifying, and Oliver had no choice but to retreat and report the matter to her superiors.

Upon receiving the report, the few people at the top were very angry, but no one dared to refuse Shizuri Tokiwadai's demands.

Perhaps the words of one Level 5 could not represent Academy City, but there was more than one Level 5 here!

As the highest visible combat power of Academy City, one Level 5 might not be enough, considering the energy consumption of espers, but two Level 5s definitely had the ability to destroy Academy City before being exhausted. Even if they couldn't destroy it, there was always the ever-watchful "Return of the Winged Ones"!

Moreover, Shizuri Tokiwadai's words hit their bottom line. Altering memories, if the memories of those people could be altered, there would be no need to detain them.

However, the few people were still in a panic. The ability to make your closest people, even yourself, rebel without a sound was truly terrifying, and it also strengthened their resolve to develop "new abilities."

In the end, they agreed to Shizuri Tokiwadai's demands, agreeing to modify the memories of the detained people the next day before releasing them.

As night deepened, a small figure came from the sea, heading towards the hotel.

On the other side, Shirai Kuro and Sherry Cromwell had already boarded the plane, heading for England. With the advanced technology of Academy City, they would soon arrive in England.

As they crossed multiple time zones, the sky outside changed rapidly, quickly turning from morning to night.

After landing in England, Shirai Kuro let Sherry lead the way, following closely behind her while keeping his senses open to investigate the surroundings.

He was escorting Sherry back to the Anglican Church at the behest of Aleister, but from the perspective of the magic side, it was a demonstration of the science side. There would inevitably be one or two radical groups or individuals who would try to attack Shirai Kuro.

Although he did not know Aleister's intentions, Shirai Kuro only needed to deliver Sherry to the cathedral in England. After that, he could return to Academy City, and whatever happened here would be none of his concern.

Gradually, Shirai Kuro and Sherry arrived at the headquarters of the Anglican Church. All he needed to do was hand Sherry over to the person in front of the cathedral, the magician of the Necessary Evil Church — Stiyl Magnus.

However, to Shirai Kuro's surprise, Stiyl bowed upon seeing him, and then a woman in a dress with an umbrella came out.

Shirai Kuro felt he had been tricked. Did it really require the archbishop to receive a captive? This was the protocol for meeting an ally's envoy! Was he here to prove that the Anglican Church and Academy City had not had a falling out due to Sherry's rash actions?

He probably hadn't been attacked yet because the archbishop in front of him had suppressed it.

"Respected lady, may I now proceed with the handover of Sherry Cromwell?" Shirai Kuro did not want to get involved in the intrigue between Aleister and the archbishop. Since no one knew he recognized her, he could just pretend he didn't know who she was.

But would the two old foxes let Shirai Kuro have his way?

"Hello, the first of Academy City. My name is Laura Stuart, the archbishop of the Anglican Church. Please follow me; the board chairman Aleister has left some messages for you."

Could he refuse?

Shirai Kuro really wanted to say no!

But now in England, considering the unknown measures the smiling person in front of him might have taken, Shirai Kuro could only nod: "Hello, Your Grace, I bring the greetings of Academy City."

Following Laura into the Anglican Church, Sherry had already been taken away by Stiyl. Shirai Kuro followed Laura further inside.

They walked down a long stone path and arrived at a garden-like area. Laura led Shirai Kuro to the center of the garden, where there was a set of table and chairs, presumably where Laura usually rested.

After Laura sat down, Shirai Kuro also pulled out a chair and sat down. He had no issues with the difference in status, and Laura did not comment, only pouring herself a cup of black tea.

Seeing that Laura had no intention of speaking, Shirai Kuro used ice to make a cup for himself, took the teapot, and poured himself a cup of black tea. After a long wait, the two sat in silence, slowly savoring the taste of the black tea.

Time passed, and about two hours later, Laura spoke: "Alright, Mr. Shirai, you can leave now."

"Then, farewell, Your Grace." Shirai Kuro gave a gentlemanly bow and left.

As for why they sat in silence for two hours, Shirai Kuro understood. Since he was here to prove that the friendship between Academy City and the Anglican Church remained unchanged, there was no better way to do so than for the first of Academy City and the archbishop of the Anglican Church to have a private conversation for two hours.

There was no need to really talk for two hours; it was enough to give others that impression. So, after entering and sitting down, Shirai Kuro just poured himself some tea and left after two hours when Laura spoke.

As he walked out of the small garden, he met Godou Kusanagi. Shirai Kuro had a good impression of this woman, with whom he had both fought and fought alongside, but it was only a good impression.

He greeted her and then turned to leave, as he was in a hurry to return to Academy City.

Shirai Kuro did not see the troubled expression on Godou Kusanagi's face, as if she was troubled by something.

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