Do not confiscate my citizenship

Chapter 752: Ranchi and Talia start to make trouble

the other side.

Thousands of kilometers to the southwest, in the bustling downtown area of ​​Brillda, the capital of Crete, Manhot.

As the night deepened, Ranch and Talia strolled in the wide Broadway Center Square. The fountain in the center of the square sparkled under the lights.

Overtaking the slow-moving vehicles and rushing through the newly changed lights at the intersection——

They ran towards the Brillda Opera House. The five-story floor-to-ceiling glass curtain wall of the opera house's magnificent Cretan modernist-style building emitted warm light, reflecting the huge poster "Cinderella's Romance - A Cinderella" on the outer wall.

"Hurry up, we're going to miss it!"

"The show starts in about fifteen minutes."

Lanqi and Talia ran over.

Gradually, you can see the main building of the Brillda Opera House, which has a large area of ​​beige sandstone exterior walls. Through the circle of glass curtain walls, you can see the magnificent hall inside.

There are five giant glass revolving doors at the entrance and two symmetrical circular fountain pools in front of the main entrance. The pool walls are made of brown granite, and the water columns rise and fall with the rhythm of the music.

The closer they got to the Brillda Opera House, the more traffic became congested, but luckily they both ran fast.

After sending Elsa and Ursula back to St. Clement's Monastery, Lanci turned around and rushed towards the Brillda Opera House in the central city of Brillda.

Before setting off for Saint Cremona's Monastery, he and Talia both underwent simple disguises.

Not only has Professor Landry been in the spotlight recently, but he also has to consider the vampires' spies. It would be safest to prevent people from easily recognizing him as Professor Landry in the opera house. If an imperial noble he knows comes up to talk to him, it might also affect his approach to Abigail.

But there was no problem with Lanci and Talia's identities under disguise. If they were really questioned, they could quickly transform back into Landry and Landry's acquaintances.

The Kremer Empire does not have the same strict laws as the Protoss Empire that prohibit the use of concealed magic to change race. Some well-known figures are allowed to change their costumes as needed.

Now they looked like a pair of handsome black-haired man and beautiful gray-haired woman who had made an appointment to watch a play at the Brillda Opera House.

Approaching the opera house, Lanci and Talia blended into the crowd of guests in the square in front.

Men wore tailored suits or tuxedos with buttons shining with the warm colors of brass and mother-of-pearl, while women wore fashionable and luxurious evening gowns, adorned with jewels and graceful demeanor.

"I've actually watched the previous screening, but to be honest, today's screening is also highly anticipated."

"Will there be something new?"

"It's unlikely, but we can't rule out the possibility of making some changes to tonight's performance."

Lanqi and Talia walked forward and heard people around them talking and laughing.

The joyful sound was full of anticipation for the art feast that was about to be enjoyed.

They were not surprised. As far as they knew, the Blierda Opera House covered an area of ​​nearly 10,000 square meters, adopted a unique "garage" stage design, and had the most advanced stage magic machinery and sound system in the southern continent. Even the imperial people who lived in Blierda would find the performances in this theater very rare.

About 27 operas are performed each season, covering classical and modern works, keeping the opera house busy during the season, with operas from the empire's famous ancient writers Vertis and Pucinica to contemporary playwrights.

It’s just that they don’t quite understand the difference between today’s performances and those of the past.

But I came in a hurry tonight and didn't have time to understand it.

The two walked silently through the bright and wide foyer. The bright lights from the theater came towards them, and Lanqi and Talia quickly came to the ticket office.

"You two are in the VIP seats. Please enter through Gate 1 and then go straight along the staircase on the right to find your seats the fastest."

The staff examined the two people's tickets one by one, and then guided them into the Blierda Theater with standard and polite gestures.

"Thank you."

Lanqi took back the ticket stub and walked through the heavy and exquisitely carved double doors with Talia, as if stepping into another time and space.

The moment they entered the theater's performance hall, they all relaxed.

Fortunately, I made it in time, and there were still about ten minutes before leaving.

Rankey and Talia strolled up the marble staircase covered with a thick red carpet.

Inside the opera house, chandeliers are hung on the dozens-meter-high dome. Countless glittering and clear crystals refract blurry light under the kiss of lights, casting soft but bright gratings on the burgundy carpet, weaving a colorful dreamland.

Every few steps, the smiling staff will attentively and considerately guide the guests to their seats.

"You have good time management."

Talia found her seat and complimented her male companion.

She didn't worry about anything tonight, whether it was finding the way or considering the time. Just like when she had a date in the flower city of Pariel before, she could just empty her mind and follow Lanqi to enjoy the relaxing experience.

Although she had discovered Lanqi's reliability when she was in Nanwantina before, she only regarded Lanqi as an employer at that time. Now she is convinced that Lanqi is really a good travel partner.

"I am never late. Students can be late, but the principal cannot."

Lanqi took his seat according to his number and held his breath amid the noisy and cheerful sound from all directions.

He never forgot his business.

Lanqi's eyes casually swept across the VIP seats.

The place was filled with celebrities and nobles from Brildae's upper class society.

Fortunately, the tickets they got were purchased by Ursula, the eldest daughter of the Roland family, and were in the VIP area.

If Abigail was really supervising in the audience as Patton said, then there was a high probability that she was among this group of people.

"Look, is it her?"

Suddenly, Talia's attention was attracted by a figure in the distance. She gently touched Lanqi's arm, put her cheek close to Lanqi, and motioned him to look in the direction she was looking.

In the aisle seat near the wall, a figure was standing there alone, frowning and whispering with an anxious look on his face.

She looked to be in her early twenties, with pure silver-gray hair cascading down like a waterfall. She was wearing a black off-shoulder evening gown. The well-cut fabric fit her exquisite figure perfectly. A black gemstone necklace was wrapped around her neck, making her skin look even whiter.

"It's all up to you. I don't think it's my fault. If they couldn't meet my expectations, I would have to force them to practice. Besides, in the end, they only barely passed... How could I have known that their bodies couldn't hold on? If I had known, I would have scheduled fewer episodes. It was because that guy asked me to expand my influence that I scheduled so many episodes. The actors couldn't understand my ideas at all..."

The woman in the black dress seemed to be using communication magic, talking in an irritable tone, stomping her high heels from time to time.

But the place was too noisy, with people chatting all around, and Ranchi and Talia, who were far away, couldn't hear clearly what she was saying.

"Really? Let's go."

Lanqi looked carefully and was surprised to be sure that she was the director of this much-anticipated drama, Abigail, a famous talent from the Cremorne Empire.

The other person seemed to have a more irritable temper than expected. It was hard to imagine that she was a royal magic craftsman who was regarded as a treasure by the imperial magic engineering community.

"Will it be a bit difficult to deal with?"

Talia was worried that if she disturbed Abigail now because she was in a very bad mood, she would be turned away.

Although Abigail looked bright and beautiful, her face was shrouded in a layer of sadness. She paced back and forth beside her seat, holding a translucent purple communication magic card in her hand.

They were definitely not the only two who wanted to find Abigail, but now everyone was tactful enough not to approach Abigail.

"give it to me."

Lanci nodded to Talia confidently, and they exchanged a knowing look.

Talia looked at him and felt relieved.

Lanqi has always been good at communication.

Without any hesitation, Lanqi and Talia immediately stood up and walked towards where Abigail was.

As the two men got closer, Abigail raised her head and gave them a puzzled look.

"Miss Abigail, we were introduced by an acquaintance..."

Lanci spoke politely.

Patton's name cannot be mentioned in public, otherwise people will discover his partnership with Landry and Patton.

But Barton said that as long as they could be alone with Abigail and said they were friends introduced by Barton, Abigail would definitely give them face. Whether they agreed to cooperate with them or not, at least there would be a chance to discuss. "!"

Abigail's eyes were shining.

She immediately hung up the communication magic and put down the magic card, as if she had seen a savior.

"You are finally here!"

She breathed a sigh of relief and said to the two of them.

"Hey, did he contact you in advance?"

Lanqi was a little surprised.

He remembered that Barton had Abigail's contact information, but he was not willing to take the initiative to contact Abigail through communication magic.

It turned out that Barton was still worried about them and helped them greet Abigail in advance?
"Of course! The traffic is really heavy, right? I was so anxious. I thought you guys couldn't make it!"

Abigail nodded, and the indifference and restlessness on her face disappeared.

"Follow me, follow me!"

She gestured for Lanci and Talia to follow her, and walked towards the corridor inside the theater without looking back.

"..."

Neither Ranch nor Talia expected Abigail to be so enthusiastic.

Talia didn't understand why Lanqi's social skills were so strong. How could he impress others immediately as long as he was sincere?
The two felt that today was going so smoothly that they didn't even need to watch the play to be alone with Abigail and discuss matters.

No matter what, they all went forward.

Because Abigail was almost disappearing at the end of the porch with long strides, she seemed to be in more of a hurry than either of them.

Abigail's high heels hit the marble floor, making crisp and frequent sounds.

Lanqi and Talia were confused and followed Abigail's steps, walking through the aisles inside the theater.

In addition to the main stage, the opera house also has many supporting facilities such as rehearsal rooms, dressing rooms, costume and prop production workshops.

Sometimes they turned into a long and deep passage, and sometimes they crossed a wide and bright hall.

The staff members they met on the road nodded to Abigail.

Finally, a gray door appeared before our eyes.

"Please come in."

Abigail pushed the door open with ease and motioned for Lanqi and Talia to come in.

"Thank you."

Ranchi and Talia greeted.

By now they probably figured it out.

Sure enough, Mafia leader Barton Hall's face is very useful.

Directly arranged a meeting with Abigail for them.

Abigail knew enough to talk to them both alone, so she eagerly brought them over.

Then, the two walked into a spacious and orderly room.

The room was brightly lit, with mirrors covering three walls. In front of the mirrors were displayed all kinds of cosmetics, wigs, and small props, which were dazzling and overwhelming. In the middle of the room were several leather chairs with soft cushions.

"Uh, Miss Abigail..."

Lanqi looked at the busy room in astonishment, pointed ahead and asked Abigail.

But Abigail had no time to pay attention to him. She quickly greeted the two teachers and gave them a brief explanation.

"Come here quickly, what are you still standing there for?"

The beautician nodded in understanding and immediately started to get busy.

They first dragged Lanci and Talia to sit in front of the mirror, and skillfully used the brushes, sponges and powder puffs in their hands to outline new contours on their faces.

The liquid foundation shimmers with a soft luster under the light, and the eye shadow and blush complement each other, like paint in the hands of an artist, making Talia's facial features more bright.

As for men's makeup, it is about being visible and seamless. There is no need to use eye shadow. Just use the remaining contour powder to modify the lower eye area. It is much faster to put on than Talia.

"Perfect. Your natural temperament and figure are like a prince and princess. You don't need much modification to feel that you fit the characters perfectly."

Abigail looked at them with satisfaction and said confidently and contentedly.

She realized from the first glance that the actors her friend found for her were far better than she had imagined.

The two sat in front of the mirror with confused looks on their faces while the staff of the Brillda Opera House quickly put on their makeup. Someone behind them brought over performance costumes wrapped in non-woven dress bags, waiting for the makeup artist to finish work and complete their look.

"and many more."

Lanqi immediately realized that something was wrong, and turned around with his right hand on the back of the chair.

Were they chatting with Abigail across servers just now?!

"If you have any questions, I will try my best to satisfy you after the performance."

Abigail looked at Lanqi's nervous look and clasped her hands together and said begging.

She knew that such a temporary rescue performance would test the actors' skills and heart, but now she could only trust that the actors her friends found for her were reliable enough.

After all, they just said that they were introduced by a friend, so she definitely didn't recognize the wrong person.

The entire makeup process was smooth and orderly. Lanqi and Talia felt like they were in a dream. Before they could react, the makeup artists completed the final touches and urged them to change their clothes.

"No, we..."

Lanqi felt like there was something stuck in his throat. He now realized that the problem seemed a little serious.

"Aren't you actors introduced to me by my friends?"

Abigail observed Lanqi and Talia's expressions a little hesitantly.

Her heartbeat rose and fell with her breathing, and was visibly speeding up.

"what?"

Talia was also dumbfounded.

She seemed to have heard that the choreography of stage plays was very intense.

Could it be that the leading actor of this scene had a sudden health problem, and Abigail was looking for friends to help out, and then she mistook them for actors introduced by her friends?
"Ah what? Isn't it?"

Abigail looked at the man and woman in front of her suspiciously.

Everything went wrong tonight. If these two people were playing a trick on her, she was about to explode.

As the show was about to start, she no longer had time to arrange the actors!
"us……"

Abigail's face suddenly turned darker, as if she was going to kill them, causing Ranch and Talia's words that were about to be explained to be stuck in their throats.

Given Abigail's temper and condition, if I explain the situation now and ask to talk to her alone, she will just angrily block me and drive me away forever.

corresponding.

Crisis or opportunity, it all depends on one thought!
"We are the actors you are looking for, that's right."

Under the pressure of the situation, Lanqi and Talia agreed even though they were sweating profusely.

(End of this chapter)