Dragon Raja: Dragon Slaying Begins with System Hosting

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The three exchanged glances, and the gloom and solemnity on the white-haired old man's face receded slightly, replaced by a hint of astonishment.

Another familiar face has appeared.

"Hello, Principal Angers, my name is Lu Mingfei." The system didn't react much; it had only seen pictures of this old man before.

When Lu Mingfei spoke up, Xia Mi quickly followed up by introducing herself: "Hello, Principal Angers, I am Xia Mi, the assistant to our boss Lu."

As she introduced herself, she quickly sized up the old man, the world's number one hybrid, theoretically the pinnacle of human combat power.

"His surname is Lu." After a long pause, Angers asked, "Lu Mingfei, what are your parents' names?"

The system looked at the other party with some strangeness, but still answered, "My dad's name is Lu Lincheng, and my mom's name is Qiao Weini."

“It really is a descendant of an old friend. I even held you when you were little.” Angers smiled and said in the manner of an elder, “Please sit down.”

"Ok?"

Both the system and Lu Mingfei were puzzled. Lu Mingfei couldn't remember ever seeing this old man before, and the system couldn't find any relevant information on Lu Mingfei's memory disk either.

"I used to hold you when you were little," is a common saying from elders that's been said too many times. Another common example is: "You were only this tall back then..."

"Huh? Mr. Lu, you know Principal Angers?" Xia Mi asked in surprise, but she seemed to understand why Norton chose Lu Mingfei.

The system sat down, gently shook its head, and said, "I probably only know my parents; I don't have any impression of you, Principal."

“That’s normal, you were very young back then.” Angers relaxed and spoke in the tone of an elder talking to a younger person: “I was indeed very familiar with your parents.”

Chapter 142 A Little Spiritual Attention: Don't Lose Face

Does Angers know his parents? And are they very close?

Lu Mingfei had a momentary lapse of judgment.

It's mainly because of my own family's circumstances... I don't think I have the means to get to know Angers, who has dominated the mixed-race world for a hundred years.

My family is just an ordinary family. My parents used to work at a geological research institute; their conditions were good, but there really wasn't much room for improvement. My uncle and aunt, whose livelihood was previously threatened, also came from an ordinary family.

How did it get involved with Angers, the world's number one mixed-race person?

The system made no comment and went offline. When Lu Mingfei logged back in, his eyes were filled with increasing doubt.

"hehe."

Angers chuckled and then said, “I not only held you when you were little and knew your parents, but I also knew your great-grandfather, Lu Shanyan.”

I knew your great-grandfather at the end of the 19th century; we were peers. He was a formidable dragon slayer and a key figure in the Lionheart Society, a secret society.

Good heavens? His great-grandfather was actually a key figure in the Lionheart Society of the Secret Party? Lu Mingfei was a little stunned, not expecting his family to have such a powerful background.

He had seen the information about the "Lionheart Society" before. It was once one of the core factions of the Secret Society, formed by the most brilliant geniuses in the Secret Society.

However, after the Kassel Estate incident, the Lionheart Society was almost completely wiped out, with only Angers surviving. Along with the disappearance of the Lionheart Society, the once legendary dragon-slaying family of the Secret Society—the Kassel family—was also left without anyone to inherit the name.

“So many years have passed…” Angers sighed.

“Um…” Lu Mingfei was full of questions, but didn’t know where to begin.

For example, his great-grandfather was able to join the Lionheart Society, a secret society, but why didn't his family inherit any of his bloodline? But he felt embarrassed to ask this question because of his status. Fighting Uesugi Echizen, who was of royal blood, on the road was not something an ordinary person could do.

Moreover, he didn't know his own family history. He was raised by his parents from a young age and had never met any other paternal relatives except for his uncle.

There are actually some minor issues here, but if we go back in time to that turbulent era...

The system wasn't really concerned about Lu Mingfei's parents' family affairs; it was only concerned with whether it could use this to get closer to Angers and squeeze some useful things out of him.

However, the system's analysis suggests that it would be better to discuss the important matters first, and then talk about personal relationships later.

"Was Boss Lu's great-great-grandfather also a dragon slayer?"

Xia Mi spoke up, recounting the glorious past of the Secret Party and the Lionheart Society.

However, she did not specifically refer to the incident at the Kassel estate.

Most of the high-ranking members of the mixed-race factions knew that it was Angers' inner demon and the driving force behind his dragon-slaying, but talking about it with them was somewhat like reopening old wounds.

After avoiding this blind spot, the talkative Xia Mi chatted enthusiastically with Angers.

She's always been like this—talkative but not annoying, and gets along with everyone.

However, when Xia Mi spoke, it reminded Lu Mingfei of the boastful words he had used to lure her here.

After a moment's thought, he asked, "Principal Angers, the current global situation seems quite bad?"

"Oh dear? In what way? National conflicts are fine, though." Angers took out his cigar box. "You don't mind if I smoke a cigar, do you?"

Lu Mingfei shook his head to indicate that he didn't mind, and asked, "Regarding the Dragon Clan, the global situation seems to be somewhat serious? Japan's situation is just an unexpected localized manifestation, but such localized incidents can be replicated all over the world at any time."

The system has always been open to leveraging others' resources, and it has no qualms about taking advantage of others' things without any hesitation, which has affected Lu Mingfei to some extent.

So Lu Mingfei decided to try and get something out of Angers. Asking wouldn't hurt, would it?

Angers took a light puff of his cigar, exhaled a puff of smoke, and said, "If you want to discuss this issue in depth, you could talk about it for three days and three nights without finishing. Because before this matter becomes history, all discussions are just guesses and speculations. They can be discussed, but they are somewhat empty talk."

Like the Bastille in France, without the subsequent success as evidence, this event was simply a riot, much like peasant uprisings in ancient Chinese history, which were mostly just mentioned briefly in history books.

Ah... Before Lu Mingfei could think of what to say, Angers looked at him again and asked, "It's not easy to get this kind of firsthand information. You seem very concerned about this issue? Are you worried about something?"

“I am indeed a little worried,” Lu Mingfei said. “Just like people worry about the end of the world, after all, many people’s life savings can easily vanish in the event of the end of the world.”

Angers said nonchalantly, "If that's your concern, then you don't really need to be afraid. If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. Disasters treat everyone the same, and there are people who are more anxious than you."

"Anxiously anticipating the end of the world?"

“Hmm, that possibility cannot be ruled out.” Angers looked at Lu Mingfei, then suddenly smiled and said, “Talking to you about such important world affairs reminds me of when I chatted with your great-grandfather and father. Your Lu family is truly of the same lineage, taking the affairs of the world as its own responsibility. In this respect, you are indeed a true and righteous person.”

Just say what you want to say directly, stop with the veiled innuendos. Behave yourself, don't lose face.

Lu Shanyan's trip to Europe wasn't to escape for his life, but to learn the latest dragon-slaying techniques. Lu Lincheng led the Doomsday Faction to retreat to Siberia; they might be cowardly, but it was all for the sake of humanity.

He arrived in Japan, only to find that the Lu family was still present. Moreover, according to what Su Enxi had said before, they were here to chat about what was about to happen in Japan.

The Lu family has a worthy successor, which made Angers feel somewhat gratified. It reminded him of Meneke Cassel, who also came from a famous dragon-slaying family and had not disgraced his heroic ancestors.

"Um..." Upon hearing Angers' words, Lu Mingfei couldn't help but ask bluntly, "What does the Secret Service think about things in Japan?"

Since we came here specifically to discuss this matter, Angers replied without hesitation, "We are certainly concerned about the situation in Japan, but there isn't much information available at the moment. Kassel College can do everything in its power, but given the current situation, it doesn't seem worthwhile."

The White King's remains aren't worth Kassel College's full effort? Does that mean the Snake Clan hasn't revealed all the information?

There are bargains to be found!

Lu Mingfei said, "It seems that the Snake Clan did not tell you the truth, Principal."

“That’s normal. They’ve been keeping their distance from Kassel College for so long, it would be strange if they were to open up to me and tell me the truth.” Angers asked, “So what definite information do you have? Don’t worry about the benefits. I, Angers, am a man of my word, and I have an excellent reputation in the mixed-race world.”

Angers was confident he could uncover everything about Japan, but that would take time, and when it came to the matter of dragons, Angers had the least time.

He can accept that spending money directly can reduce the time spent figuring things out, since money is meant to serve people.

Chapter 143 White Wolf with Empty Gloves

If you don't do it, plenty of others will; this is now being embodied in the small private room of the restaurant.

The information that the Snake Clan was reluctant to reveal, Lu Mingfei sold without hesitation. This wasn't just chatting; it was clearly making money.

When Angers heard about the White King's bloodline and the royal bloodline, his expression remained completely calm, presumably because the Snake Clan had already informed him.

Whether it's the origin of the White King's bloodline or the super hybrid created by the White King directly bestowing his bloodline, Angers doesn't see it as a big problem.

The inheritance of royal blood is indeed astonishing, but it is not invincible. Wasn't Uesugi Echizen taught a lesson by him before and had no temper at all? It can only be said that each force has some trump cards and foundations. The super hybrids of the Snake Clan are one of their trump cards and foundations.

However, when Angers heard that the sinking of the Lenin might be to activate the remains of the White King, his expression changed drastically.

First, there was the surprise of the White Emperor's resurgence, and then there was the problem with the Lenin.

Kassel College had been investigating the suddenly sunken giant ship, suspecting it might contain items related to dragons, but no one could be certain what it actually contained. Even now, according to Lu Mingfei, no one could accurately determine what was on board.

But with the White King beneath the ship, things are different, completely different. The White King was sleeping at the bottom of the sea, but someone sank the ship to awaken him.

Angers didn't say anything immediately, but simply closed his eyes and pondered for a while before opening them and asking, "Can you be sure that the White King has begun to recover?"

"Yes, the internal pressure of Mount Fuji in Japan is out of control and is increasing rapidly every day. It will be on the verge of eruption within a month at most. The Japanese government has not yet disclosed this information to the public out of consideration for the country."

It wouldn't matter if the Secret Party knew this news, even if the Secret Party was backed by a large number of super-capitalists. After all, slaying dragons costs a lot of money, and Kassel College needs a large amount of funds just to maintain its staff and specialists around the world.

Japan is still the world's second-largest economy. This is a huge and sustainable market, and the amount of capital represented by Su Enxi cannot be swallowed up in one go.

"The Snake Clan should already be preparing for this. I always thought their behind-the-scenes maneuvers were just an attempt to break free from the influence of Kassel College."

Angers sighed deeply: "I don't know if they can strike before others... but if they do, the Snake Clan might also lose control internally, so I can't trust them."

There's something wrong with this situation in Japan.

Unlike Lu Mingfei, the system, and Su Enxi, who had limited perspectives, Angers, an old man who had been in the world of mixed races for hundreds of years, knew better than them just how deep the waters of the mixed race world really were.

Internal conflicts at the national level have been ongoing and never ceased. Within the hybrid race, various organizations have their own considerations, and even the European secret society is not a monolithic entity. It was never a strictly binding organization; some hybrid families have come and gone within this dragon-slaying organization, and no one knows which family will suddenly withdraw, or which will be erased or ruined over time…

"Given the current situation, what measures will Kassel College take?" Lu Mingfei asked.

Angers showed no panic upon learning of this, remaining composed as he explained his initial plans and thoughts: "This concerns the White King... Slaying the dragon is not so simple. The Eight Families of the Serpent Clan may not be aware of some things, which could turn their dragon-slaying operation into a freebie."

Kassel College will immediately transfer personnel to forcibly take over this matter. It would be best to handle it peacefully through negotiation. At this juncture, I don't want to cause trouble with the Snake Clan.

But if they truly don't want us involved at all, then on behalf of Kassel College and the Secret Service, I can only apologize to them. After all, there's an old Chinese saying: "Strengthen internal stability while resisting external threats."

"Does Kassel College have any powerful weapons to deal with the White Dragon King?" Lu Mingfei asked.

He was actually quite curious about what kind of backup plan this number one human hybrid power, an organization whose main purpose was to slay dragons, had up its sleeve.

“A weapon of mass destruction…” Angers met his gaze for a moment, then asked cautiously, “You might really want a powerful weapon, similar to nuclear weapons, with immense destructive power and a decisive effect?”

"Yeah." Lu Mingfei nodded.

“No, none of the normal hybrid races in the world have that kind of deadly weapon that can kill a dragon with a single blow.” Angers looked at Lu Mingfei meaningfully.

"Normal mixed-race forces?" Lu Mingfei pressed for details, nitpicking the words.

"Yes, although there have been many glorious achievements in mythology throughout human history of successfully slaying dragons, even if the records are true, dragons are far from being as weak as people imagine, and can be killed by effort alone."

Angers took a long puff of his cigar, indulging in a top-notch inhalation, before feeling his mind clear up considerably. He then said, "It's normal that you don't know this, because you haven't received proper education in dragon history. Even if you had, you probably wouldn't have touched on the real core information."

Slaying a dragon is difficult, but not impossible. However, making an enemy of the entire dragon race means certain death.

Dragons' power doesn't solely lie in their incantations, physical strength, or spirit; these are merely one aspect of their power. Just as humanity's rise to the throne of Earth's dominance after the dragon dynasties wasn't due to human habitation, weaponry, or the development of a systematic, inheritable civilization.