Chapter 278

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Chapter 278: Celebrations and Delegations

Seeing Tina’s expression, Lolth naturally did not hold back her praise and compliments.

"You say I am efficient, but clearly you and City Hall are doing great too… Well done, Tina."

Lolth said with a smile, also feeling a bit surprised.

She originally thought the remaining "closing procedures" would be quite complicated, but she didn’t expect this City Hall to be so efficient under Tina’s leadership.

However, it makes sense; after all, this is just a local office in a small town with only a few hundred people, and the enthusiasm of these folks is quite good, so it’s not strange at all.

Then, Lolth looked at the mercenaries, glanced at the textbook in Tina’s hands, thought for a moment, and then spoke up again.

"So let’s start the mercenaries’ classes tomorrow. We will follow the textbook and first teach all the mercenaries this ‘Basic Political Thinking’ course. Afterwards, the ninety-four qualified mercenaries will have to take ‘Advanced Legal Education’ and ‘Advanced Moral Philosophy,’ but these will be mandatory—of course, we allow and encourage other residents to audit the classes; attending once will earn a meal voucher as a reward."

As Lolth said this, Tina nodded.

"Understood, Master Lolth."

Saying this, she organized the parchment and nodded.

Although it feels a bit rushed to start classes tomorrow, since Lolth has given the order, Tina will not question or avoid it.

It’s not a difficult task, just a matter of scheduling.

"There is one more thing… Master Lolth, how should we promote this? Just putting up announcements and making broadcasts might not be very effective, after all, not all the classes are free…"

Tina said with a hint of worry.

She was naturally a bit concerned about what would happen if the paid classes did not go well after the school started.

"Don’t worry, and don’t underestimate the people of Hillenbrand Town. Once people are well-fed and warm, they will strive for progress… Besides, the current situation in Hillenbrand Town is already the best advertisement for them."

As Lolth said this, she showed a confident expression.

The more people experience the benefits and rewards of "knowledge" and "skills," the more they will desire them.

"However, to make sure everyone knows that the school is opening, we do need to do something," Lolth thought, then came up with a great idea, "How about we hold a long-awaited celebration dinner to celebrate the school’s opening tomorrow and also to celebrate the ‘completion’ of Phase Two? After all, this is a great occasion!"

As Lolth said this, Tina’s eyes lit up.

"You are right, Master Lolth, I will prepare and plan right away…"

"Let’s choose the square in front of the City Hall in the Western New Development Zone as the place, so the common people can get familiar with this area… and the mercenaries can also have some food from the feast. We’ve already done enough ‘scaring’ today; it’s time to give them a little sweetness," Lolth said with advice. "Call a few spellcasters to set up some beautiful glowing magic devices. Those skilled in fire magic or Star Spirit magic can do some fireworks and light shows—since we have already held a banquet before, we need to make it even more stunning!"

"That means it will be a real celebration," Tina imagined the scene and couldn’t help but sigh.

"Then let’s make it a celebration. Inform the cafeteria to serve food as snacks from stalls; I won’t take part this time… But, about the chef…"

Lolth thought for a moment, walked out of the classroom, and pulled out a loudspeaker.

"Dorothy, Kanor, you two come out for a moment."

Through her magic, Lolth sensed that the two girls were in the classroom on the second floor, just across from the stairwell on the first floor, not very far away.

The voice traveled through the courtyard and reached the second-floor classroom, and quickly the window opened, revealing the neatly dressed little Kanor and Dorothy peeking out.

"Master Lolth—did you call for us?"

"Teacher, is there something you need?"

Although the two little girls did not have loudspeakers, their magically enhanced voices allowed them to reach Lolth’s ears without shouting.

"Of course, it is still very important. You two can come down."

Hearing Lolth say this, the two little girls knew they should not take their time.

"Come out—Versatile Kitchenware!"

Kanor softly called from the second floor, and shiny silver liquid metal poured from her hands, forming a hook shape that hung from the window frame while the silver rope wrapped around her and Dorothy’s waists.

The two little girls jumped down together without hesitation, landing gently on the ground. Then Kanor put away the "Versatile Kitchenware" and ran towards Lolth.

Following behind was Dorothy, who was also running fast, but because she was not very strong, she wasn’t much quicker than walking.

Soon, Kanor, looking relaxed and normal, and Dorothy, breathing hard and with a flushed face, arrived in front of Lolth, one after the other.

"What is the important matter, Teacher Lolth?"

"Phew, phew… Yes, is there anything… we can do?"

The two girls looked at Lolth with curiosity and excitement.

Lolth also looked at the two hurried girls and nodded slightly.

"You two have both been learning cooking and special skills from me for a while now… However, I have taught you both a little of each, and now it’s time to practice!"

As Lolth said this, she saw the eager expressions on the two girls’ faces and smiled with satisfaction.

"To celebrate that school will officially start tomorrow, as well as the completion of all projects in the Hillenbrand Town Western New Development Zone and the integration of the Holy Alliance people into here, I plan to hold a celebration," Lolth said while patting the shoulders of the two girls. "However, for the party part tonight, I won’t be able to handle things myself because I need to prepare other things. Although I arranged for the cafeteria staff to provide snacks and this event won’t focus solely on the party, the buffet food at the center needs to be impressive and delicious… Can you two take on the role of head chefs for the celebration, providing food that will excite the entire event and satisfy all the residents?"

As Lolth spoke, Kanor and Dorothy stood frozen in place.

Surprisingly, the first to answer was Dorothy, who often felt clumsy and lacked confidence.

"No problem, Teacher Lolth — with Martial Sister Kanor here, there will be no issues, and I will do my best to assist her!"

Kanor then realized it too, nodded firmly, and lightly tapped her chest with her fist.

"I promise to complete the task, Master Lolth!"