Chapter 233: 232 Be careful of the people around you Chapter 233: 232 Be careful of the people around you An invisible confrontation had ended amidst the thoughts of many.
Afterward, everyone sat down together.
Shane and Luoqi were seated on the same sofa.
Jiasinta sat opposite them, with the twin Demon Clan standing behind him, one on each side.
“What brings you two here to seek me?” Jiasinta asked intriguingly, “Surely it’s not merely a casual visit?”
Obviously, Jiasinta had already guessed that Shane and Luoqi had a purpose for their visit.
While not speaking for Shane, Luoqi had no intentions of concealment.
“Your Excellency seems to have been staying at the Royal Capital for quite a while this time.”
That was what Luoqi said.
“Indeed, I have stayed a bit longer this time.” Jiasinta nodded and looked at Luoqi with a half-smile, “Surely Your Highness isn’t here to drive me away?”
“Far from it,” Luoqi replied indifferently, “but we are curious about what reason would make Lord Jiasinta choose to stay continually in the Human Realm, particularly in the Royal Capital.”
“So, it’s not an eviction, but rather a quest for answers,” Jiasinta hinted meaningfully, “After all, the Royal Capital of the Mitra Kingdom is akin to the center of the world, and many are drawn here by its prosperity and bustle. Could I not stay a bit longer for such reasons?”
“If that’s the only reason for your stay, then our Kingdom would indeed welcome you,” Luoqi maintained her composure, “However, according to our information, it seems that the people accompanying Your Excellency have been up to some unusual activities near the Royal Capital recently. Could this be the case?”
As Luoqi spoke, she glanced at the twin Demon Clan behind Jiasinta.
The twins remained utterly calm, perhaps more vigilant after the earlier subtle confrontation. Even under Luoqi’s scrutiny, they showed no sign of agitation.
Jiasinta’s expression did not change either.
“I think there might be a misunderstanding, Your Highness,” Jiasinta responded calmly, “During my time in the Royal Capital, I’ve instructed my people to simply enjoy their time here just like I am. There haven’t been any suspicious activities.”
“Is that so?” Luoqi stared directly at Jiasinta, asking, “So, you are completely unaware of the happenings around the Royal Capital lately, am I right to understand it this way?”
“Yes,” Jiasinta replied instantly, “Although I’m not sure what exact incidents Your Highness is referring to, it must be a misunderstanding. We have definitely done nothing suspicious.”
Luoqi fell silent for a moment.
Jiasinta continued in his unperturbed manner, showing no signs of slipping.
But Shane couldn’t help feeling there was something off about him.
The reason was simple.
“Would Your Excellency dare to swear on the name of the Dragon Demon Lord?”
When Luoqi posed this question, Jiasinta’s smile vanished.
However, a second later, it was replaced with a sudden smirk.
“Of course, I dare to swear by the Dragon Demon Lord,” Jiasinta responded impassively, “At least, I have no intention of bringing harm to the Human Realm or this Kingdom. That much is certain.”
In other words, as long as he was not bringing harm, there was no suspicion.
This person indeed had intentions or plans brewing secretly.
“Your Excellency,” Luoqi spoke sternly, locking eyes with Jiasinta, “Do you happen to know anything about the current situation surrounding the Royal Capital?”
Luoqi cut straight to the heart of the matter with this question.
However, Jiasinta neither denied nor admitted it.
“I have no specific plans to cause trouble while I stay in the Royal Capital,” Jiasinta spoke evasively, “As for other matters, we, being outsiders, should not intervene and have no intentions of doing so.”
His underlying message was clear: they had their agendas that might not threaten or help the people of the Royal Capital.
“Do you know about a creature that is half-human, half-centipede, and has Dragon Wings, capable of spewing Dragon Breath?”
Luoqi directly broached the subject.
“Dragon Wings, spewing Dragon Breath…”
Jiasinta narrowed his eyes.
Shane keenly noticed a flicker of disdain and scorn in Jiasinta’s eyes for a fleeting moment.
It wasn’t directed at Shane or Luoqi, but toward the creature Luoqi mentioned.
Then, Jiasinta spoke.
“I am personally very interested in anything related to dragons. However, I regretfully admit I have never heard of such a Dragon Species,” Jiasinta said with a dismissive smile, “Perhaps it’s some mongrel or an insignificant creature that assumed assembling random Dragon-related attributes could amount to something. I find it utterly uninteresting.”
Jiasinta’s tone was laced with clear derision and arrogance.
Evidently, Jiasinta held a high regard for genuine Dragon Species and absolute scorn for the so-called creature.
Thus far, Shane and Luoqi had pieced together some understanding of the situation.
Unquestionably, Jiasinta knew something.
Yet, he seemed to be in opposition rather than involved directly with it.
Perhaps, the reason Jiasinta and his people were lingering around the Royal Capital was not for nefarious purposes but rather to counter the mastermind behind everything.
Shane and Luoqi sensed this intent and felt somewhat reassured.
It at least confirmed Jiasinta wouldn’t become an enemy.
Of course, fully trusting him at this point was premature.
In light of this, Shane and Luoqi remained alert, harboring a skeptical attitude as they continued their conversation with Jiasinta.
However, the subsequent discussion revolved mainly around trivialities, with no further mention of the creature.
Afterward, Shane and Luoqi prepared to take their leave.
Before departing, Jiasinta offered them a piece of advice.
“Since that creature Your Highness mentioned has been defeated, chances are those who wanted to exploit it might make their move,” Jiasinta hinted significantly.
“As the parties involved, you might want to be careful about those around you next.”
Leaving those words behind, Jiasinta then exited the meeting room with the twin Demon Clan.
Shane and Luoqi kept this advice to heart as they left the embassy.