Chapter 491 Dark Demon Persuades with Reason (4k)
He offered a new definition and then presented an unsolved problem based on that definition.
Dark Demon’s actions were undoubtedly those of a ruffian.
But he didn’t seem to think there was anything wrong with it.
After Dark Demon casually explained the definition of powers, the two elders couldn’t help but exchange glances, then they firmly memorized this definition in their hearts.
Such a simplifying definition was not uncommon, but from Dark Demon’s appearance, this seemed to be one of the fundamental definitions of an entire calculation system.
“Could this be a unique calculation method taught by the professors at Saint Maryann Academy?”
Aaron Riedes quickly pondered in his heart and couldn’t help asking, “I roughly understand your question, but what’s the significance of studying such a problem?”
“Significance?” Dark leaned back and twirled his fingers on the Mana Book, saying straightforwardly, “To challenge you!”
Aaron Riedes’ tone immediately faltered.
Dark seemed to feel that wasn’t right and added, “How about we use the word ‘test’ instead?”
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In short, whether it was challenging or testing, since he had something to ask of others, he could only endure it.
After Aaron Riedes and Aviva Julius recorded Dark’s first question, they asked, “What’s the second question?”
Dark grinned and said, “The second question is also a proof question that is half-solved. I hope you can help me prove it.”
“How should we do it?” Riedes perked up.
Dark said, “We all know that even numbers are integers divisible by 2. Prime numbers are greater than 1 and cannot be divided by any other natural number except 1 and themselves.
So, can any even number not less than 4 be written as the sum of two prime numbers? For example, 4 = 2 + 2; 6 = 3 + 3; 8 = 3 + 5…”
Aaron Riedes couldn’t help frowning, “The answer to this question should be yes.”
Dark then asked, “Then how do we prove it?”
“This…” Aaron Riedes couldn’t help looking at Aviva Julius beside him, but she remained silent at this moment.
Dark’s lips curled up, “Then let’s do it like this. When you can solve the answer, write down the proof process and send it to the Duke’s Mansion. As long as I receive the answer, I will have Ignatz Cooper released.”
Hmm, if he is still alive.
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Dark really didn’t know Ignatz Cooper’s current situation. Otherwise, he would have thrown him out for some reason.
Anyway, keeping him around was just wasting food.
After saying this, he got up and returned to the dining table, leisurely waiting for the formal lunch.
Aaron Riedes and Aviva Julius left quickly after sitting for a while.
They needed a quiet place to solve the problem!
The two difficult problems Dark posed were actually both proof questions.
The first proof question, because it was their first encounter with the concept of “powers,” they couldn’t understand the significance of that proof question.
But the second proof question… if they could prove the correctness of that inference, it undoubtedly had very significant meaning.
Even if it wasn’t to rescue Ignatz Cooper, even if it was just solving the problem purely, they would do it.
But now, it was more urgent.
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“Finally got rid of them.”
Dark looked at the backs of the two people leaving and couldn’t help shaking his head.
At this time, Trina suddenly raised her hand across her neck and asked, “Young Master, why didn’t you let me handle it directly?”
Dark took a sip of tea and said gently, “Trina, times have changed. In war, we used force to subdue people. In peace, we need to learn to persuade with reason. Look, aren’t those two elders of the Knowledge God Sect quite reasonable?”
Trina was silent for a moment and asked, “Then how should Ignatz Cooper be dealt with?”
Dark smiled slightly, “Go back and see. If he is still alive, keep him for another two months. When I start school, release him.”
Trina’s mind moved, “Understood.”
“Good to understand.”
Dark swallowed the tea in his mouth, turning his gaze to the window.
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Outside the Eugenie Trade Circle, the traffic was still bustling, undisturbed by the arrival of lunchtime.
Busy people were like the gears of a huge machine, constantly turning, driving the whole era forward.
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At two o’clock in the afternoon.
After eating his fill, Dark continued to listen to the adventurer’s story in the tavern, listened to a little song by the wandering bard, and watched the brawl caused by a verbal dispute among adventurers downstairs. Finally, he got back on the carriage and headed towards the most prosperous area of the capital city.
This was a region even a minor noble found hard to enter, where even the unruly noble offspring dared not cause trouble easily.
There, encountering someone by chance could be a high-ranking official or a noble elder with a deep background, and even royal family members often came and went.
Although the current prince and princess were only Prince Charles, Princess Eliza, and two younger princesses, the royal bloodline was not limited to these.
Born with inherent nobility, they would not run around the commoner district without restraint like some duke’s son.
Their existence itself represented the face of the royal family.
Therefore, their living range was generally confined to the noble district, such as the area where the Starry Sky Tower was located.
The place they visited most often was the flourishing garden called “Royal Courtyard” in front of them.
And Dark’s destination was the high-end venue inside the flourishing garden—”Enchantment Hall”!
Since receiving the VIP pass for “Enchantment Hall” on his birthday, Dark had always wanted to come and take a look, but he finally had the opportunity today.
He was not interested in the luxury items and high-end services in “Enchantment Hall.” But… how should he put it… it was like having a ticket but never being able to use it.
He had to go and see it, right?
So he finally came.
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Three carriages passed through smoothly.
No matter how high-class the flourishing garden was, it could not surpass the duke’s mansion.
The guards on duty hurriedly made way after confirming the dragon riders’ gazes.
Although the small heads occasionally poking out from the windows of the last two carriages made them hesitate, they ultimately did not dare to ask.
But one guard rode a white horse and followed the first carriage under the pretense of leading the way.
Soon after, the carriage stopped in front of the garden entrance of “Enchantment Hall.”
After getting off the carriage, Dark slightly raised his head to observe.
Standing in front of him was an ancient castle, and no signs related to the name of the venue were posted on it.
If not for prior knowledge, one would hardly guess that this was a place of consumption.
Men and women walking through the main gate of the castle were mostly accompanied by attendants.
“Is this ‘Enchantment Hall’?”
Diana jumped off the carriage and observed the castle curiously.
“It should be.”
Dark smiled, “Speaking of which, this is my first time here. I wonder if it will live up to its name and make me enchanted?”
Aurora followed closely behind, curiously asking, “I heard that a glass of water here costs a hundred sacred coins. Is that true?”
Dark blinked, “Is it that expensive? Maybe we should buy drinks outside and bring them in.”
“I…” Aurora instinctively lowered her head, fidgeting with the pleats of her skirt, speaking softly, “I was just saying.”
Dark laughed and turned to the Mana Elves who were coming down one by one, “Don’t run around once we’re inside, okay?”
“Okay,” the Vampire Noble bounced over, longing, “When can I have a castle like this too?”
Dark glanced at her and said casually, “When you become a Magus, you’ll earn enough money.”
The Vampire Noble’s eyes lit up, “Then when will I become a Magus?”
Looking at her innocent expression, Dark couldn’t help but smile, “In six years.”
“In six years, wouldn’t that be too late?” The Vampire Noble pouted, her spirits sinking again.
But she quickly shook off those thoughts and happily said, “I am Dark’s Mana Elf. Whatever Dark has, I have! So, Dark, do we have a castle?”
Dark thought for a moment and said, “We do have one, but it’s not in the capital. Our Diemon family recently moved to the capital, so the castle in our original territory is still there. It should be managed by one of our uncles.”
The Vampire Noble’s eyes shone brighter, “Then when can we go see it? The vampire princesses in stories all have castles, I can’t fall behind.”
Dark’s gaze drifted far away, “Actually, I haven’t been there either. Maybe next year we can go. But this year, time is running out.”
“Next year…” The Vampire Noble couldn’t help but look forward to it.
Afterward, Dark led the way toward the castle gate.
The three maids and a group of Mana Elves followed closely.
With such a large group marching forward, naturally, they attracted attention.
Among the maids standing in two rows at the castle entrance, a knowledgeable maid in her mid-twenties stepped forward quickly and hurriedly greeted them.
Although everyone was visiting for the first time, the duke’s carriage was the best pass.
Even if Dark didn’t have the highest-level membership pass, they would still warmly welcome him—perhaps they would even hastily create a new pass.
But Dark didn’t want to make things difficult for them. From the beginning, he took out the membership pass and waved it.
The maid immediately breathed a sigh of relief and warmly said, “Is this your first time here, young master?”
Dark replied frankly, “Yes, it is. Are there any special rules here?”
The maid said, “You can call me Jessica. If possible, I will accompany you, young master, and explain the facilities and services of the club in detail.”
“Miss Jessica, my name is Dark Diemon,” Dark revealed a gentleman’s smile and extended his hand.
Jessica bent slightly, revealing the smooth skin under the lace collar.
She shook hands very respectfully with Dark and said, “Young Master Diemon’s membership card is the highest level, with no restrictions on access and a free credit limit of one million sacred coins per month.”
“A million cups of plain water?” Dark laughed.
Jessica’s lips twitched, and her composure almost broke.
Dark smiled slightly, “Don’t be too拘
