Under One Person: The Forbidden Files of the Magician

Chapter 67 The Minister of Magic Gets a Straight-Along!

Chapter 67 The Minister of Magic Gets a Straight-Along!

Outside the arena, the Minister of Magic left from the back of the arena after confirming that Zhang Chulan had finished his business.

The next match is tomorrow, so he's completely free now.

Moreover, the experiments that the main body and the intelligence minister conducted in the back mountain seemed to require only two people.

"well----"

He sighed softly, looking rather listless. "Let's just take a short rest."

He himself found those words meaningless. He really disliked crowded places.

He lowered his head and walked up the stairs in the audience area, trying to find a quiet corner.

The moment he stepped onto the platform, he sensed something was wrong. Several pairs of eyes immediately focused on him, followed by hushed whispers: "Look! It's that magician!"

"Oh, there it is! Wow, we really made it!"

"Looking at him up close, he's so handsome! Oh my god—"

"Oh no, Zhang Lingyu and Zhuge Qing aren't appealing anymore, I'm switching idols, ladies!"

"Shh! Keep your voice down!"

These whispers were like needles pricking me, and countless eyes shone like spotlights on me.

The Minister of Magic felt extremely uncomfortable, and even his breathing became rapid.

He hated the feeling of being watched.

He immediately quickened his pace, lowered his head even further, and wished he could shrink into the work clothes of Nadutong.

He practically clung to the edge of the crowd, quickly traversing the dense area, heading directly towards the secluded corner where Xu Si and Feng Baobao were.

"noob!"

Just then, a clear, cheerful voice rang out.

The person who arrived was Lu Linglong. She jumped in front of him in a few steps, with a bright smile. But her smile stopped when she saw the "Lu Xiaobai" in front of her.

Not right.

Something's nine out of ten wrong.

The white trench coat from before is gone; it's been replaced with a work uniform from NaDuTong.

More importantly, it's about temperament!

Whether it was the previously chuunibyou-ish Lu Xiaobai with sparkling eyes, or the Lu Xiaobai who was as calm as ice, both were completely gone.

The person in front of her not only avoided her gaze, but also exuded a timid feeling.

Lu Linglong felt a strong sense of social anxiety coming towards her.

This instantly piqued her curiosity, and she couldn't help but circle around the Minister of Magic, examining him closely from head to toe.

What are you doing?

The Minister of Magic felt a chill run down his spine from her gaze and instinctively moved closer to Feng Baobao, who was engrossed in eating a cucumber as if the world had nothing to do with her, seeking a sense of security.

"Oh, the little girl from the Lu family?"

Xu Si then turned around, a cigarette dangling from his lips, and teased him with his characteristic roguish air.

"Which match are you in in the preliminary round? Have you figured out your opponents? Be careful not to get ganged up on as soon as you step onto the stage."

There's some truth to what he said. Lu Linglong is famous, quite strong, and strikingly beautiful, making her an easy target for others to gang up on in a chaotic battle.

Moreover, they also have the reputation of being associated with the Lu family and Quanzhen Sect, making them practically top contenders.

"Uh, oh, Mr. Xu Si."

Lu Linglong was brought back to her senses by Xu Si's words and temporarily let go of the research on the socially anxious version of Lu Xiaobai.

"I still have several shows scheduled ahead of me."

She glanced at Lu Xiaobai, then turned to Xu Si, her face pleading as she said, "By the way, Mr. Xu Si, Xiaobai, he—"

"hehe."

Xu Si interrupted him with a smile, waving his hand as if he knew what was going on.

"Alright, this guy's got nothing better to do today, you can take him away. He's just standing here as a background character anyway."

He winked at Lu Linglong, the meaning of which was self-evident.

Lu Linglong blushed slightly at Xu Si's gaze, smiled a little embarrassedly, but didn't slow down her movements at all.

She grabbed the Minister of Magic's arm, which was trying to pull back.

"Come on, Little White! Come with me for a walk!"

Lu Linglong's voice was clear and crisp, yet carried an air of unyielding authority. She pulled the still somewhat bewildered and clearly reluctant (or rather, not quite used to) Minister of Magic, and turned to leave.

The Minister of Magic was practically dragged away. He glanced back at Xu Si and Feng Baobao, his eyes filled with a weak plea for help and resignation.

Xu Si watched the two figures disappear into the distance—Lu Linglong full of energy, the Minister of Magic looking dejected—exhaled a smoke ring, shook his head, and sighed, "Ah, youth is truly wonderful."

Lu Linglong, pulling the Minister of Magic along, avoided the bustling crowds, winding her way through the streets until they finally reached the very edge of the stands.

A secluded corner that almost no one notices.

The view here isn't great, but it's quiet.

"Sit here, it's quiet!" Lu Linglong sat down first, patted the seat next to her, and gestured for the Minister of Magic to sit down as well.

The Minister of Magic hesitated for a moment, then slowly sat down, his body slightly tense, trying to keep his distance from Lu Linglong, his eyes darting around the distant competition field, refusing to look at her.

Lu Linglong tilted her head and carefully looked at Lu Xiaobai's current appearance.

That handsome face had a slightly dazed look that wasn't there usually, her eyes were darting around, her lips were slightly pursed, and she exuded a socially awkward aura that seemed to say, "Don't look at me, ignore me."

This feeling, so different from before, even a bit "easy to bully," stirred a certain thought within Lu Linglong.

She felt—

Lu Xiaobai seems particularly easy to talk to now?

Once this thought crossed her mind, Lu Linglong's courage inexplicably grew.

She quietly moved a little closer to Lu Xiaobai, then a little closer still, until she could clearly see his slightly trembling eyelashes.

"noob----"

Lu Linglong spoke, her voice unconsciously softening.

The Minister of Magic stiffened almost imperceptibly, not daring to turn his head, but merely nodding very slightly in response.

Looking at his nervous and somewhat dazed expression, Lu Linglong's hesitation dissipated.

Lu Linglong has always been one to act on her impulses; procrastination is not her style. This opportunity might be lost forever if she misses it!

She took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind.

Then, she suddenly leaned over and whispered in Lu Xiaobai's ear.

The girl's warm breath brushed against his ear, carrying a faint, refreshing scent.

Lu Linglong spoke a few words quickly and softly in a voice that only the two of them could hear.

After saying that, she immediately stepped back, her cheeks flushed, and she looked at him with bright eyes, a hint of nervousness, a hint of expectation, and Lu Linglong's unique, unquestionable frankness.

The Minister of Magic stood frozen in place, his pupils dilating slightly, as if he had been immobilized by the sudden whisper.

He stared blankly at Lu Linglong's face, so close yet blushing with unwavering determination, the words she had just spoken still ringing in his ears.

The last rays of the setting sun shone through the gaps in the stands, falling on the two men, lengthening their shadows and blurring the surrounding noise.

In the corner, only the girl's ardent gaze remained, and the boy's frozen, bewildered expression showed his utter helplessness.