Chapter 475: 403 Zhang Legendary_2
But he was also unlucky.
He initially thought he could hide in the Valgrion Continent, quietly enhance his magical power with the Holy Artifact ’Yisusi’s Staff,’ and strive to break through to become a Legendary Mage, earning the true right to possess the Holy Artifact.
But plans cannot keep up with changes.
Who would have thought that news meant to be secret would spread across the continent in a short time? He hid in the city, pretending to be a civilian, yet he couldn’t evade the search.
Now, facing four Great Mages and six Monarchs, Black Rope felt unwillingness in his heart, but he also knew it was a futile effort.
However, he was not willing to hand over the Holy Artifact so easily.
Black Rope’s eyes shifted, seeing Atuman and the others seemingly eager to move, he made a decisive decision and shouted, "Ladies and gentlemen, I brought ’Yisusi’s Staff’ to the Valgrion Continent intending to present this Holy Artifact to Lord Anos."
’Anos’ is one of the four legends on the Valgrion Continent, who founded the ’Saint Symo Academy,’ ranking at the top in both power and prestige on the continent.
Black Rope, knowing he couldn’t keep the Holy Artifact, devised a different plan, intending to offer the unkeepable Holy Artifact to a Legendary Mage in exchange for protection and to maximize his own benefits.
With Anos’s reputation, he shouldn’t be stingy.
The principle of the ’Thousand Gold Horse Bone’ must be understood by Anos.
In this way, whether it’s Green’s side or Atuman’s side, now wanting to snatch the Holy Artifact from Black Rope, they will surely face a backlash from Anos afterward.
After all, Black Rope had already prepared an excuse for Anos.
But—
"Anos?"
Atuman shook his head; one legend alone could not make them refuse the lure of the Holy Artifact.
Atuman ignored Black Rope; he looked toward Green, who stood expressionless on the back of a griffin at a distance, and loudly declared, "Green, I and the other three Great Mages are willing to cooperate with Lord Benage, forming an alliance for mutual benefit and co-owning the Holy Artifact. To avoid dreams at night, let’s take action together and first capture this person."
In the distance.
On the back of the Griffin Monarch, Green overlooked the five Great Mages, feeling somewhat tense.
He was just a Second-level Mage, appearing at this scene by coincidence, bearing a life burden that he couldn’t endure and thus felt inevitably anxious.
Especially after seeing Atuman and the other four Great Mages whispering, seemingly plotting something, his anxiety grew even further.
Before the dean arrived, if a fight broke out, not only would his life be in danger, but the ’Holy Artifact,’ almost within his grasp, would also become more uncertain.
"Please restrain yourself!"
Green prayed in his heart, trying his best to maintain a calm facade.
While he was feeling uneasy, suddenly hearing Black Rope and Atuman speak in succession left him at a loss.
On one side was the enmity with a legend.
On the other side was an invitation to a four-way alliance of Great Mages.
Green was troubled at heart, then he thought of the mission scroll issued by the academy, which stated everything should prioritize acquiring the Holy Artifact. He gritted his teeth and forced himself to stay calm by saying, "Green’s skills are limited, everything awaits the dean’s command."
His strategy was simple, just one word—
Delay!
Atuman’s brows furrowed instantly. Tur, Modi, and Erica were also somewhat displeased.
"Green—"
Duke Tur opened his mouth, about to persuade again.
At this moment.
Rip!
Right in front of the Griffin Monarch, a dim light gate suddenly appeared. Within the light gate, a mage dressed in a pristine dharma robe gracefully stepped out.
[Fourth-level Magic: Dimensional Travel]
"Legendary Mage?!"
The eyes of Atuman and the others shrank, simultaneously exclaiming.
Even Black Rope Master was stunned.
But as for Green.
He didn’t recognize this magic, but he did recognize the person who arrived, immediately breathed a sigh of relief, and bowed respectfully, saying, "Student Green greets the Dean!"
The newcomer was Chen Jichuan.
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"You did well."
Chen Jichuan nodded at Green with a smile.
After he recognized Green summoned the six Great Sovereigns, he decisively cast a spell, used Dimension Travel, and quickly arrived here.
[Dimensional Travel!]
This is one of the more challenging Fourth-level Magic spells, consuming significant magic power, and many non-time-space legendary mages find it difficult to master. In other words, only a Legendary Mage can master this magic.
Atuman and the others, being knowledgeable, recognized the magic and naturally felt apprehensive.
With Chen Jichuan’s arrival, he easily took control of the situation. His gaze shifted over Atuman and the others, then landed on Black Rope Master.
"Legendary!"
Black Rope’s mind raced.
The next moment’s action was a shock to all.
Black Rope suddenly bent down and bowed, holding ’Yisusi’s Staff’ with both hands, and before Chen Jichuan could even speak, he respectfully said, "Black Rope is willing to offer the Holy Artifact."
"..."
"..."
The four of Atuman held their breaths, speechless for a moment.
As for the original alliance plan, it was now officially overturned, and they couldn’t continue discussing it.
A Legendary Mage who mastered ’Dimensional Travel’ is a formidable figure even in the Pan-plane, definitely capable and justified in mastering the Holy Artifact.
Yet they couldn’t help but feel a bit frustrated.
"A dignified Legendary Mage, pretending to be a Great Mage?!"
The four were momentarily joyful but left feeling forlorn.
"Good."
"You’re sensible."
Chen Jichuan wasn’t surprised, reaching out to take the Magic Wand. Without looking further, he smiled at Black Rope and said, "Would you like to visit my ’Summoning Cottage’?"
"It would be an honor."
Black Rope smiled wryly inwardly and could only agree.
Chen Jichuan nodded toward Atuman and the others as a gesture, but he said nothing more. After prompting the six Great Sovereigns to return, he opened the Dimension Gate again and brought Green and Black Rope back to the ’Summoning Cottage.’
Thus, they obtained the first Holy Artifact since arriving on the Divine Throne Continent with ease.
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At the border of the Helz Duchy, ’Summoning Cottage’ Magic Tower.
Tenth Layer Dean’s Office.
Morris, Grant, and Mina pushed the door open and entered, immediately spotting two individuals sitting somewhat uneasily inside the office.
"Hmm?"
"Green?"
Morris was the first to recognize one of them.
He remembered Green to be an outstanding student from the first batch of graduates from ’Summoning Cottage.’ Morris recalled that this student was unremarkable while at ’Summoning Cottage,’ but had fortuitously become one of the earliest Second-level Mages among the graduates after leaving.
After graduation, Green maintained close ties with ’Summoning Cottage,’ and it was this lad who first reported the news about the ’Holy Artifact.’
Hence, Morris had a strong impression of him.
"Green."
Grant and Mina also recognized Green.
"Mentor Morris."
"Mentor Grant."
"Mentor Mina."
Green, upon seeing the three, immediately stood up and recognized them with a sense of familiarity.
During his studies at the ’Summoning Cottage,’ the academy was in its early stages, and Morris, Grant, and Mina were all actively teaching and had personally guided their studies. Even now, although the three had moved away from frontline teaching, to head departments within the ’Summoning Cottage,’ Green still addressed them as ’mentors,’ signifying closeness.
"Green."
"Good lad."
"You’ve done well this time."
The three mentors smiled at Green.
Green was firmly rooted as a direct lineage of the ’Summoning Cottage.’ Even though he didn’t pursue a career inside the Mage Tower, his connection remained strong. Moreover, he himself was a Second-level Mage, placing him on the same tier as Morris, Grant, and Mina, making them inclined to be cordial with him.
After meeting Green, the three mentors looked at Chen Jichuan, curious as to why they were summoned.
Since the ’Holy Artifact’ news spread, the ’Summoning Cottage’ network had been operating at full capacity, with Morris, Grant, and Mina working overtime for days. They had not only to coordinate personnel from various quarters but sometimes had to act in person.
Exhausting both mind and body.
Even though they were already Second-level Mages, the fatigue showed on their faces.
"Please, have a seat."
Chen Jichuan invited them to sit, then seeing the puzzled looks on their faces, he smiled and said, "’The Holy Artifact’ is already secured, and I appreciate the hard work you three have put in over this period."
Inside the office.
Green, feeling both restrained and elated, while Black Rope remained silent, his inner thoughts a mystery.
Meanwhile, Morris, Grant, and the others were somewhat dazed.
"’The Holy Artifact’ is secured?"
"Isn’t this—"
"This is too fast!"
...
The ’Summoning Cottage’s’ three key players were thoroughly stunned.
They had been holding their breaths, trying hard to track down the whereabouts of the ’Holy Artifact.’ Just when they were most engaged, they were suddenly informed that the ’Holy Artifact’ was already secured?
Too surreal.
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