Chapter 5

After the onset of autumn, the days in Sol became shorter. It was only around four or five in the afternoon, yet the darkness came earlier than expected. However, this city did not fall into slumber.

Along the riverbank, one by one, the magic-powered lamps were lit, and the buildings were illuminated with bright lights.

People still roamed the streets, and after the hustle and bustle of the day, the commercial streets became even more lively at night.

The bustling traffic on the streets and the riverbanks, the lively cries of vendors along the riverside, reminded Luosh Xia of his home on Earth.

He had originally thought that coming to a world of magic civilization, he would have to prepare for a medieval life with kerosene lamps, candles, and no baths.

But when he really arrived, he found himself completely misled by his preconceptions... The dormitory provided hot water 24 hours a day, heated by fire elementals. The vehicles on the road were not horse-drawn carriages but magic-powered motorcycles. The underground pipeline system seemed more advanced than on Earth, and flush toilets were naturally available.

There was no electricity, simply because it wasn't needed. Most household appliances used magic power.

Yes, the magic of magic, and the energy of energy.

Dancing magic puppets played enchanting serenades, and the three-dimensional environment projected by memory crystals was more realistic than television. Personal flying boats were common household transportation, and temperature-controlled boxes that used magic power to release low or high temperatures were more convenient than refrigerators. However, the "air conditioning" systems, which operated on the same principle, were a bit expensive due to their high consumption.

In fact, this was to be expected. When social development reaches a certain level, it is destined to converge in similar ways.

Demand is the driving force of development. When the world is relatively peaceful, technological development naturally leans towards making life more convenient for the people, and the magic civilization is no exception.

The field of magic-powered machinery, which emerged during the Dawn War, has developed for several hundred years and has undergone three major technological revolutions.

Initially, all were magic-powered war machines, but now various types of household appliances are the darlings of the market.

However, the magic power network must be set up with magic towers and magic pools, which cannot provide remote power (the consumption is too high and not cost-effective), and the pipeline construction is expensive and limited to large cities.

But as long as one has abundant magic power, even living in the countryside, relying on oneself to meet daily needs is not a problem, and it can save a large amount of energy costs.

Compared to a purely technological civilization, each has its strengths.

Originally, Luosh Xia thought he would enter a primitive society, and most of his emergency preparations turned out to be unnecessary.

At the time, he had at least two hours' worth of ten different power banks, which he had thrown into second-hand stores. As for the toilet paper he had thrown into the trash... who told him that everyone here used hemp ropes? When his classmates looked at him in surprise as he carried a large pile of toilet paper, he felt like a fool.

Unexpectedly, the dozens of power banks he had planned to sell as scrap metal were offered a very good price by the store owner.

Upon inquiry, he learned that the magic-powered machinery engineers (simply called magic mechanics) could dismantle anything. With a slight modification, these power banks could store magic power from the user.

Why use electricity? Many of the imported technological artifacts required electricity, such as game consoles, game consoles, and more game consoles.

The explosion of otaku culture and its related industries was no longer news. Local comics, novels, and otaku residents were also not new, like that deadbeat百合控吸血鬼 (yuri fan vampire) who still made Luosh Xia grind his teeth in hatred.

It was likely that those power banks would all be modified into accessories for PS12, Black Box 1080 game consoles, and the like.

The local electronic game industry? Compared to the virtual worlds created by game programming, the virtual soul technology of Axi was still too advanced, with its exorbitant costs making it unsuitable for personal entertainment.

There were large virtual illusions, but they were mostly used for training warriors and professionals, requiring high-level mages to maintain them, which was too luxurious for personal entertainment.

In this regard, mass-produced technological entertainment artifacts were very practical and user-friendly, and even local game manufacturers used them.

It was said that there was a specialized industry smuggling electronic games and products from other planets, calling themselves "justified guerrillas" (a joke).

Civilizations and societies were advancing, but the paths were similar yet different, each with its strengths and weaknesses.

In this strange land, seven parts unfamiliar and three parts familiar, Luosh Xia was plunged into confusion.

Dozens of personal flying boats were racing at high speed in the air above the river, leaving trails of colorful light in their wake, like meteors in the night sky.

Pedestrians cheered and clapped below, and behind them, the familiar blue police flying boats sounded their sirens, indicating that the police were chasing the speeders.

Different places, similar individuals.

In fact, they were all the same, weren't they?

This was Sol, the wondrous land of Axi, where all worlds converged...

Sitting by the riverbank, watching the night scenery, the fatigue of the day made him drowsy.

The autumn night breeze, however, made Luosh Xia shiver instinctively. Perhaps it was time to go back.

Suddenly, a warm embrace enveloped him.

Turning around, he was startled by the black armor, and the magic sword at its feet still had traces of blood.

The black knight in the darkness was a bit frightening, but the clumsy handwriting on the writing board made him smile.

"Don't be discouraged, we will find her."

Undead have no body temperature, but the pale pink fire elementals attracted by its magic brought warmth in the cold wind.

Luosh Xia was initially stunned, then smiled and leaned in.

"It's really warm. Magic is really convenient."

In fact, they were all the same, weren't they?

In the midst of confusion, the Milky Way in the night sky remained unchanged, and the racing flying boats in the air were like fireworks in full bloom.

And Luosh Xia made up his mind.

"Actually, I know that Luo Li is dead. Because no one can lie to me."

Pulling back his deliberately grown-out bangs, a row of silver letters faintly glowed on his forehead.

"Asjerkor."

In ancient Elvish, it meant "honesty."

"This is probably my only supernatural bloodline. I don't know why, but from a young age, no lie could deceive me. Now, even words written on paper reveal the true intentions of the writer to me. So... Luo Li is dead. She told me this herself."

If Lin En had a head, he would probably have a "I see" expression now.

"The virtue talent of the Wood Spirit, or an extremely rare mutation!"

Lin En understood why, when everyone kept their distance from him, Luosh Xia became his closest friend in just two weeks.

In terms of making friends, this was probably the most powerful talent. Just a few casual chats could reveal the other person's kindness, malice, and personality.

With this ability, it was no wonder Luosh Xia dared to search for clues alone in a strange environment. Even if the other person had malicious intentions, no matter how well they were disguised, Luosh Xia could sense it and leave in advance.

Even if he hadn't secretly dealt with those troubles, Luosh Xia would probably be fine.

"What do you think of me? You don't have any ulterior motives, do you?"

"Since we're both strangers, let's be friends, true friends. Um, you won't betray me, right?"

"Lin En, if I'm in danger, will you protect me?"

"Ha, Lin En, you're a good person, oh, a good ghost."

Recalling the past, Lin En understood.

Those seemingly childish "childish words" were actually tactics. He had been played from the beginning.

Looking at this embarrassed little guy, smiling and raising his hands in apology, Lin En wanted to set fire to something but didn't know where to start.

Lin En, who had a broad heart, thought about how the other person had lost his family and come to a strange world alone, which was indeed not easy. It was understandable to be cautious, and the anger that had just risen quickly dissipated.

"Don't tell anyone else, it will be dangerous."

Not only did he not bring up the past, but he also reminded the other person to keep it confidential. Was Lin En really a headless knight and not a holy knight?

Lin En wasn't really angry. Such a sincere suggestion, Luosh Xia nodded repeatedly.

"I won't tell anyone else. I'm not stupid. I won't let others know, after all, it's not possible to always run into kind-hearted (suckers)..."

The last few words, of course, were not spoken, but... Luosh Xia, you're really dark, too dark. You were dark from the beginning.

But at that moment, a familiar voice came from behind.

"What if I already know?"

Turning around sharply, the person stood there silently, smiling at him.

Seeing the person's face, Luosh Xia was full of shock and disbelief, as if he had seen a ghost.

"How can you be here? Shouldn't you be on Earth?"

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PS: A short segment,

Returning to the dormitory, exhausted, Luosh Xia was surprised to find a crowd gathered in front of his door in the corridor.

Pushing through the crowd, he saw a banner and a commendation.

"Given to the dear crime-fighting hero Luosh Xia, thank you for your contribution to Sol's security. Please continue to work hard."

— Deputy Captain Matt Solain, 7th Squadron, Sol City Defense Force Security Unit.

So, how much have you contributed to security? Uncle Holy Knight Matt and Uncle Law Knight Kerkte are so grateful that they sent a banner and a commendation.

Wait, isn't Matt a squad leader? Did he earn enough merit in one day to get a promotion! Luosh Xia, you should just work for the city defense force instead of attending the Star Knight Academy.

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