[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea":3,"chapter-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-332":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Ascend to the Divine Throne through Arcane Means",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1086573,1419,"Chapter 332: 294: The Future Pirate King!_2","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-332",332,"\u003Cp>Chapter 332: Chapter 294: The Future Pirate King!_2\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans nodded, no objections whatsoever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nobody could understand what a piece of cake represented to Evans in his extreme destitution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he felt the sweetness on his tongue and the sense of fullness in his belly, Evans’s eyes reddened quite a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This… okay then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis seemed to realize something and shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really had only just acted on a whim, and he didn’t expect this little beggar to do anything for him in return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Patting Evans’s head, not minding the mud that stuck to his hand, Lis smiled cunningly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then come with me. If nothing else, at least you won’t go hungry anymore.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Okay.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans softly agreed, standing behind Lis like a noble’s servant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quite sensible, aren’t you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was he previously a noble’s child? Or had he seen similar circumstances?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But right now he’s still too dirty; you might recognize him once he’s cleaned up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis nodded and led Evans towards a nearby inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This inn appeared more ornately decorated than other common inns, with the first floor not being a noisy hall and dining area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is also a feature of high-class inns, their services being more comprehensive—with restaurants, leisure, and entertainment in different areas of the hotel, more hidden, and more thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, the prices were much higher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lis never cared about such small amounts of money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The profits from selling the Magical Beast Materials just then could have bought this inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, land in Ward City was still cheap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The inn’s servants waiting at the door brightened up when they saw Lis walk in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as they were about to come forward to serve this honorable guest, they noticed a filthy little figure following behind Lis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Covered in mud, he left clear footprints on the inn’s woolen doorstep carpet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant grew angry, worried that this easily earned business might fall through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You see, the inn’s business wasn’t doing too well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, lodging prices in Ice Peak City weren’t much, but in Ward City, they were the most expensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although their service was the best, apart from the big shots in merchant caravans, other people would rather throw their Gold Coins on a woman’s belly than give their hotel a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How dare this little beggar come in! Clearly, they had been too gentle earlier and hadn’t disciplined him properly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please wait a moment.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tall servant bowed to Lis, then stormed towards Evans, appearing as though he was about to devour him alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You damn beggar, asking for death, aren’t you!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant reached out to grab Evans, only wanting to quickly get rid of this little beggar, then to attend to the valued guest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant’s hand was just a few centimeters away from Evans when Evans closed his eyes in fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, not feeling the expected attack, Evans cautiously opened his eyes and saw Lis grabbing the servant’s arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis didn’t seem to exert much force, but the servant’s face turned somewhat red, and his knees bent as if he was about to kneel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis let go, glanced at the servant, and said indifferently,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He’s with me, got it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, yes…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant took two steps back, touching his arm and on the verge of tears, he said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who could have guessed, this big shot wearing a fine gemstone ring would bring a dirty little beggar to stay at the inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His judgment was still lacking; if he were as experienced as senior Thomas, such an error wouldn’t have occurred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant, who had only been working for a few days, was somewhat frightened, as the irresistible Strength made him realize his own insignificance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis paid no mind and instructed the servant,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Get me the best large room and prepare plenty of hot water; I want to bathe him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out two Gold Coins from the storage ring and placed them on the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Get a few sets of ordinary clothes ready for him, tailored to his size; put some heart into it. If I’m satisfied, the rest is yours.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, the once-disgruntled servant immediately became excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although children’s clothes were hard to find, they likely wouldn’t cost a full Gold Coin, and the rest would be his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You must know that even the best room in their inn only cost one Gold Coin per day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, of course, please rest assured.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant quickly nodded, bowing and scraping, pocketing the two Gold Coins, and immediately leading Lis and Evans upstairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He led the two to a spacious room on the second floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is the best room in our inn, with the master bedroom inside and a suite over here where the young master can rest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant’s attitude had warmed up considerably, a stark contrast to how he had behaved towards Evans just a moment ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you wish to bathe, our inn has a dedicated place for that, but if you prefer to bathe in your room, I’ll prepare the items and hot water for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In the room, then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis glanced at the room, nodded, and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Very well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant nodded in agreement and immediately left to prepare; his motivation for the extra tip was undeniable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans looked around the warm and comfortable room, a world away from the cold wind howling at the muddy corners outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having not stayed in such nice quarters in a long time, Evans felt somewhat at a loss, not knowing where to put himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was worried about dirtying the room with the mud on his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis, unconcerned, took a seat on the sofa first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll take the inner room, and you stay in the suite.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll be conducting some dangerous magic research inside, so don’t come in and disturb me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you’re hungry, just call a servant to prepare something for you, and besides that, don’t leave the inn.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you understand?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis gave simple instructions, and Evans obediently agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a little while, the same servant brought over a bathtub and hot water, bowed, and left in a hurry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Probably to fulfill Lis’s request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis used [Mage’s Hand] to control the hot water pouring into the tub.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could’ve also used magic to heat water, but the inn provided bathing hot water with cleaning ingredients, which was a nice touch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Come, take off all your clothes; you don’t need them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis said to Evans, intending to cast the [Cleaning Skill] first for a better effect before washing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans’s dusky little face blushed slightly, hesitated, but obediently began to strip off his tattered clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis created a flame with Magic Power, burning the clothes Evans had taken off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Lis cast the [Cleaning Skill], the dirt on Evans’s body vanished under the spell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the [Cleaning Skill] was very convenient, Lis still thought a bath was necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hot water bath could soothe the spirit, a process of cleansing the soul as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On his journey through the Corea Hills, if Lis came upon a hot spring, he would stop to relax.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having washed away the grime, Evans’s skin was not as dark as it seemed; it was rather fair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath the blonde hair was a delicate little face that looked quite refined; once grown up, he’s bound to be a heart-throb.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this little body was too frail, with no muscles at all, thin and small as if a gust of wind could blow him over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis’s gaze shifted downward, evaluating, checking for any wounds that might need Healing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The upper body was fine except for some bruises in places.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under Lis’s scrutiny, Evans felt somewhat embarrassed, yet stood there completely honest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis suddenly raised his head again to confirm Evans’s little face, his expression serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using [Mage’s Hand], he grabbed Evans and tossed her into the bathtub, causing a splash.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Evans…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lis spoke calmly, but a close look revealed his lips twitching uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans struggled to stand up in the tub, the warm hot water barely covering her chest as her body began to blush slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You haven’t been honest with me, is your full name Helen Evans?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evans was taken aback, falling silent for a moment before speaking fearfully:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, my lord.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t mean to hide it from you, I just…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Securing confirmation, Lis couldn’t help but rest a hand on his forehead, his mouth twitching as he thought to himself:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So this is the Pirate Queen, ‘Mad Helen!'”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is just… outrageous!”\u003C\u002Fp>",1418,"2026-06-03T10:58:20.094Z","2026-06-03T10:58:25.962Z",1,"novelbin.me","aa25c614c1cf87ca568d1a8ae722936ba2f6f82389ea657048f6924249c84f6c","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-333","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-331",1658,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-cover.jpg"]