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    Ethan and Linus were walking side by side, Linus gazing continuously at dark and somber thorny plants adorned on the left wing following behind them Erick, suddenly an influx of maids came from the hallway, Linus chuckled at seeing Ethan''s expression, Ethan must have ordered everyone to evacuate till he leaves, though Linus doesn’t know why he invited him for lunch.


    They entered the dark dining room and sat on the dining table, made of white and red marble, adorned with white and golden cutlery, a maid entered the room with a trolley of food and started to cater the food, while Ethan who sat on the main seat started talking,


    “your relation with Linus, must be quite good.”


    “Oh, hardly, but he is a good seedling, to raise as our next president”


    “I see, so how is he now, and if I can meet him ?”


    “he don’t even want to meet his father, let alone a stranger.”


    “May I know more about your organization, mister Zach.”


    Erick nodded hearing, Ethan directly jump to the topic.


    Linus said after wiping his mouth “there really isn’t much to know, it was just established yesterday, we have some peak tier 2 deacons, while the junior ranks are not much, just a handful” said Linus as he amused himself from seeing their expression.


    Even a kid could understand their expression of disbelief


    “I would also like to know something, if the royal family is trying to suppress your family than why did, the prince came to visit your daughter” said Linus as he looked at Erick, who turned his head down.


    Ethan sighed and explained “well, my grand-daughter is very spoiled from birth, and really likes to play with that boy. And to top it all he is a prince, we can’t just tell him to get out and don’t come again”


    Linus smiled seeing their helplessness and suggested “well, you had better make her detached with that boy, if Linus''s matter had anything to do with Malcolm family, she will be very sad”


    Ethan nodded hearing about Linus''s suggestion. But didn’t take it to heart, as this organization already has 2 major factions as enemy and they will definitely not go after a third one before solving the other two.


    Just as Linus started to savor the food, a surprise came from Luminara, Linus suddenly raised his eyebrow, and smiled, something very interesting is happening in Luminara.


    “The unity hall of Luminara, has been dissolved” said Linus while grinning from ear to ear. This news was delivered by Lucas, just as he joined the Aerius family, this situation happened. Lucas really couldn’t catch his breath.


    Ethan and Erick were both astonished, and just as they were about to question Linus their steward abruptly entered the dining room, and delivered the exact same news, Linus had called before. Erick’s expression conveyed his surprise.


    [link why is this happening so fast, it wasn’t until a week, this will happen.] [trying to calculate, but this definitely has something to do with you master. ]


    Steward left once he had delivered the news. As the dining room returned to the somber atmosphere.


    The unity hall of Luminara was part of church’s congregation, there were only three families in the unity hall, fire family, Blazewind and ice family, Frostbane has become subordinate of fire and water church, while the air family, Aerius is cornered by the congregation and left alone, now they can either join a different church or just die, which is same in either case, as there is no church of air god, and they are family of scholars, so had no power, yet they rule over a large territory in Luminara, the capital of light. Now they can either die by diving in a well or in a valley, their death is certain, if no one saves them that is.


    Ethan looked at Linus who was deep in thought, and said “what does mister think about this situation”


    “Well, there loss is definitely certain, but it’s yet to see how long they can persevere and live.”


    Linus was naturally aware of their situation in past live, they had to flee from Aurelia to Arcanea the country of warlocks and sorcerers who were famous for being, mad about the truth of world, they never served a god, they were the biggest heretics according to every church there is, though sorcerers called themselves scholar, while the warlocks were famous to use essence to absorb the other magical creatures and integrate them.If you encounter this tale on Amazon, note that it''s taken without the author''s consent. Report it.


    While Aerius family was running from Aurelia, almost half of their family died and the quarter of them got kidnapped due to their knowledge being the most comprehensive, while the remaining became subordinate faction of Arcanea.


    Linus started eating his food, and stopped thinking about Aerius family, and seeing Linus start to eat his food, Ethan and Erick also didn’t forced him to talk about this situation.


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    Just as they were eating the food awkwardly, a lively girl came inside the room, she wore a completely dark dress with lacy bow on her waist and shoulder, her eyes were beaming with enthusiasm. The steward followed her behind, seemingly trying to stop her. But failing at his task miserably.


    “Nasha what are you doing here, we are ——” Erick just stopped talking, seeing her ignore him and walk past him.


    Nasha came near Ethan and tucked on Ethan’s robes, Ethan sighed visibly and picked her up and placed her on the chair near him.


    She looked curiously at Linus, just like Linus was looking at her curiously. This was the first time he was meeting his aunt, in his previous life she was killed by the time he visited Duskshire. So he could only met this mad men.


    [hey link, prepare a gift for little aunt.] [yes master.]


    “So you are Nasha” said Linus while eating his food,


    “Yes I am Nasha, and who are you. Are you that bad person, who make a mess in father’s study” Asked Nasha curiously. Hearing her impolite words Erick was on needles, as he still wanted to make an alliance with this organization, and he don’t really understand this man’s character.


    Linus laughed and said ”yes I was that bad guy, though It was because of your nephew.”


    Hearing about nephew Nasha’s eyes sparkled and she asked hurriedly, “you came with Linus. Where is he, call him out and come and greet me”


    Ethan and Erick both shook their head and laughed helplessly.


    Linus chuckled and said “he didn’t come, but sent a gift, here”


    Linus handed a shiny looking ball to Erick, as Ethan''s face was frowning when he heard about gift. Linus though understand his worries that’s why he handed it to Erick. Erick used his magic in front of Linus to determine if it is dangerous for his daughter, not caring if his action would offend Linus.


    Linus just laughed and continued his eating, Erick embarrassingly handed the shiny ball to Nasha.


    “Your skin is very thin, for a family head.” Linus said as he and Ethan laughed. While Erick''s face became red.


    “Hey, big bro, how do I use this, and what does it do” asked Nasha excitedly with her big green eyes sparkling.


    “Just say Nano ——“ before Linus could complete his sentence, Nasha had already gone ahead and followed his half listened command “Nano.” Nasha shouted. As a translucent holographic screen appeared in the air, she than looked at Linus, for further instruction.


    “——and order it to list its function.” Said Linus as he sighed and looked at Ethan with the same expression as him. Both chuckled, while Erick looked at there increasing friendship.


    Nasha quickly shouted once again. "Nano, list your functions.” [Nano887874579, in your service, I can play some movies and music downloaded from before, require registered guardian Linus''s permission to play games for more than a hour. You can ask me for guidance about any topic and I will try my best to fulfill miss’s request. Also you can contact master Linus through this. Or you can create subordinate nano’s and give them to your family, you can then contact them anytime]


    “What is games, and music and movies too, show me quick.” Nasha said as nano was opening a chess interface which is the only game link might have installed.


    Nasha was hearing to the rules and became lost in her world, while Ethan and Erick both scrutinize this magic artifact.


    “So what are your opinion, about this situation, and what will the alliance do.” Inquired Linus, as he thinks they are much closer now. At least their hostility from before has dissipated.


    “As for alliance’s decision we can’t say before, the meeting takes place, as for my decision I simply don’t care whether they live, die, or become slave.”


    “I see, well our organization is going to subdue them.”


    “Why do you want to subdue those weak guys, although their knowledge about many subject is very comprehensive, they are still not worth the effort. Also if you don’t mind what is your and your organizations goal.” Asked Ethan while stealing glances at the chess board floating in air.


    “Well I don’t think they are worth the effort but, they are good pawns to create some chaos. As for my personal goal, it is to have fun while destroying enemies or the world if need arises, which is also same for organization.” Linus replied nonchalantly.


    Ethan stared at Linus, as if determining the truth from his words. And discarded as a child’s ramblings


    Linus stood up and said with a smile “I will take my leave, I had a good time, though I will return after the investigation.” Linus bowed


    “It was nice knowing you Mr. Zach, I still hope for a successful cooperation.” Erick stood up and talked for second time in a hour.


    “Same here Mr. Zach, hope we would meet again.” Ethan stood up and said. As he followed him outside, followed by the stewards. Linus sat in his carriage and left from there. And soon arrived in his inn room he spent the night before.


    Linus beckoned the steward to come inside, and asked him, “So, did you made any discovery or anything noteworthy.”


    “This subject is ashamed, my lord I tried to talk to their steward but they were lip-sealed, same for maids however the maids looked quite happy, more like they were in their home. I don’s think I can find anything other than this noteworthy.” Said Jude while bowing his head.


    Linus sighed and ordered “Go and buy a mansion in Duskshire under your name, big enough for 500 people and lots of free space, around the house.” And dismissed the steward.


    “Link create a complete plant to establish our church, make sure it can’t be out-rooted quickly.” Said Linus while having a charming smile, while his plan was anything but ordinary


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