After bathing, Ian walked into the restaurant and saw Rowena sitting there waiting. The table was filled with various dishes from all over the world.
Like Ian, she wears something similar to [Archmage's Robe] in the DND setting, but hers is blue, while Ian's is white and gray. Due to the powerful power contained in the robe, you can clearly feel the majestic magic flowing on it.
"My love." Ian called softly and kissed her cheek, while Rowena responded with a gentle smile.
"How are you doing?"
"Not too good." Rowena replied.
"What happened?" Ian was about to put a piece of bread into his mouth, but unfortunately a magic light hit his hand and stopped his movement.
"I haven't tested whether it's poisonous yet." Rowena looked at him and said. Then, white light flew out of her hands and swept across the food - she cast Poison Detection Charm.
At the same time, Ian turned over Byakugan, signaling that she was being too cautious. His body had been modified and a new organ was created to store toxins, just in case he was actually poisoned. In addition, he still had nanorobots on standby in his body, and they would deal with the problem if the poison sac failed.
After the test was completed, Rowena signaled that he could start eating.
Ian worried. "Then, why are you in a bad mood?"
"I don't know, maybe it's because you plan to leave me alone." Rowena looked directly into his eyes.
"We have discussed this matter. You can go with us on the next voyage, but not this time. It is too dangerous."
"Even you admit the danger, why don't you let us accompany you so that we can support you in times of crisis?"
However, Ian's attitude is very determined.
"In that case, why not wait until 'Uranus Project' is completed before setting off? That way your safety will be more guaranteed." Rowena said.
Ian said indifferently, "I can't wait that long. Besides, I'm not as reckless as the first time. I have made a lot of preparations for this departure - even including a plan for my possible death. I left a piece of my soul here. If I die in Void, as long as I have enough Soul Crystal, I can Resurrection myself. If I am unlucky and encounter a being who can control Law of Causality, even the soul fragments far away here will be destroyed. I will also retain a copy of my consciousness somewhere, which can be transferred to a clone. Strictly speaking, what is born in this Resurrection method is just another soul with all my memories and abilities, but it is better than complete death."
Rowena sighed lightly, well aware of her husband's stubbornness, and stopped mentioning the topic. The two had breakfast together, and after a few hours together, Ian set off for Academic City, while Rowena had to deal with some diplomatic affairs.
--Scene change--
Academic City, Seventh Magic Tower. Luna·Lovegood stood on the top of the tower, staring at the sky, slightly lost in thought. Suddenly, a voice sounded around her.
"Master, someone requested to enter the tower." The artificial intelligence in the tower, more commonly known as "Tower Spirit" asked.
"Who is it?"
"It is His Majesty the Consul."
"Entry granted."
Soon after, Ian appeared on the top floor of the tower. He walked behind her with a smile and hugged her gently.
"How are you doing?"
"Not too good."
"Why is everyone in a bad mood lately?"
"This is all due to your selfish decision." Luna replied calmly, and then sighed, "I tried to peek into your future, even to understand the most basic information about the danger you will face, but found nothing. I even almost accepted 'their' proposal, thinking that 'they' might be able to help me Divination your future. My noble prophet bloodline is really in vain."
"Don't blame yourself. Besides, I will be fine. Before we know exactly what 'they' are, you should never have any communication with 'them' again." Ian solemnly warned.
The two were silent for a moment, staring at the blue sky together. Although they had seen this scene countless times, today, for some reason, it looked particularly different and beautiful.
"Do you still remember what I said to you when you started pursuing me countless years ago?" Luna turned around and looked directly into his eyes.
"You said that the only reason you accepted my pursuit was because fate told you that we were destined to be together, but you refused to accept this fact easily. Therefore, I must work harder to win your approval."
Luna raised his hand and stroked his face. "You must come back alive, otherwise, you will never get my approval."
"As you wish, my queen." Ian responded, holding her tightly in his arms.
Three days later.
Members Academic City, Amelia, Ten Rings Council, and several ordinary members of Congress stood quietly waiting. They were surrounded by hundreds of soldiers in different attires.
Some people are wearing armor that shines with magical light and are holding swords, spears or bows and arrows; some are wearing modern combat uniforms and equipped with firearms; others are holding long staffs and wearing magic robes.
Although these people were dressed in different costumes, they had one thing in common: their faces were filled with excitement and anticipation.
After waiting for a few minutes, they finally saw the figure they were expecting. Something flew from a distance and landed in front of the Council members.
"Welcome to His Majesty Arcane Archon!" the troops shouted in unison and knelt down on one knee. The members of Council put their right hands on their left shoulders and put their left hands behind their backs to salute him.
The only one who didn't show any courtesy was Amelia.
After landing, Ian couldn't help but smile when he saw the posture of Council members.
'As a time traveler, the greatest pleasure is to transform the world into what you like.'
"No gift." Ian said, and then turned his eyes to his aunt.
"How are you doing? Please stop saying 'not so good'."
"Have you not been having a good time these days?" Amelia asked.
"So to speak."
"Well, my life is not peaceful either."
"Did you quarrel with Susan again?"
"Yes. I just don't understand why she chose to be a painter and wasted all her potential."
"What's wrong with painting? She likes it, is very talented, and is very successful."
"I know, but I just think it's a waste. She could have achieved more if she focused on magical research. Sigh, I just don't understand how things turned out like this."
"This is actually quite understandable," Ian responded. "She has lived under the aura of 'Arcane Archon's cousin' for most of her life, and is often compared with me. Therefore, it is completely reasonable for her to choose a career that has nothing to do with me."
"... I've never thought about it from this perspective. Maybe you're right. It's probably time for me to stop arguing with her and her parents all the time."
"Yeah, let the poor girl live the way she wants."
When these two people talked casually, other members had to pretend not to hear anything, or even as if they didn't exist. After all, this involved the consul's family affairs or privacy, and it was not their turn to comment.
After chatting with Amelia, Ian finally turned his attention to everyone. "Okay, let's start this tour of the tower master. Let's start with the second tallest tower."
However, as soon as he finished speaking, there was a commotion around the group of people.