Chapter 2023: 0442 Dragon King Emerges! (Long Chapter asking for monthly tickets and subscriptions)_5
An elderly white-robed wizard with snow-white hair was meditating.
Suddenly.
The shadowy silhouette of a black-armored swordsman appeared before him.
Guillermo hurriedly spoke:
"Master."
Levi said:
"It seems youâve been doing well in the Abyssâalready at Level 6 Mid Stage."
Guillermo replied:
"Yes, but without the Masterâs guidance, I wouldnât have achieved this today."
Levi asked:
"So, the Burning Expedition Army sent you to spy on Ace and the others?"
Guillermo replied:
"Yes, Master. Iâve been mingling in the Wizard World for a while now and have a better understanding of it. Thatâs why our Mind Flayers Clan Leader recommended me to a Flame Demon Lord, appointing me as an undercover operative."
Levi smiled.
"Very good."
Guillermo added:
"That Flame Demon wants me to report Ace and the othersâ movements in real-time. If they head to the Godforsaken Continent, Iâm to notify him immediately."
Levi asked:
"Whatâs the strength of this Flame Demon Lord?"
Guillermo replied:
"Level 7 Mid Stage. But heâs also accompanied by an Abyss Demon Dragon at Seventh Level. Apparently, that dragon once served as the second-layer Lord before being subdued by Xi Mu."
Leviâs heart stirred.
"Do you have detailed intel on this dragon?"
Guillermo replied:
"I donât know its exact name, but I suspect itâs of the lightning element. However, its thunder seems to fall into the category of exotic thunder, somewhat akin to the Thunder Dragon Spell you cast, Master."
Levi laughed and said:
"Good, this intel is invaluable. Here, take these Level 6 Abyss Crystal Cores to refine and enhance your strength. The sooner you infiltrate the higher tiers, the better. As for Xi Mu, tell him that the Gondor Three Heroes will next head to the Godforsaken Continentâlet him take action."
Guillermo replied:
"Thank you, Master."
Levi hadnât expected Guillermoâs Wizard World experience to be so highly regarded in the Abyss.
Next, it was up to Miraya to deliver her part.
A few days later.
Under Leviâs instructions, the Gondor Three Heroes once again boarded the Phantom 60, heading for the Godforsaken Continent.
...
Godforsaken Continent.
Devilâs Den.
Xi Mu, who was napping soundly in a pool of magma, abruptly opened his eyes.
"The Gondor Three Heroes have arrived on the Godforsaken Continent. Guillermoâs efficiency is impressive. Being an undercover operative is truly the specialty of Mind Flayersâyou canât help but admire them."
At the shore.
The thunderous snoring of the Dark Demon Dragon disrupted the surroundings, prompting Xi Mu to say:
"Black Flash, wake up. The hunt begins."
The demon dragon opened its eyes, its crimson tongue licking its lips.
"Master, the flavor of wizard prodigies should be exquisite, right?"
Xi Mu chuckled and said:
"Naturally. Rogner and Diego, those dimwits, have shamed us Flame Demons. Allow me to show the Wizard World what a real Flame Demon looks like!"
...
Deep Blue Expedition Army Headquarters.
"Ms. Lucy, hereâs the latest battle report."
The eighth-circle wizard Sergei handed the report to Lucy.
The blue-haired girl read through it, her expression calm, saying:
"Have the First Battle Group temporarily retreat. Soon, the demons are highly likely to dispatch a large force for encirclement."
Sergei hesitated and said:
"Ms., the First Battle Group currently holds the advantage. Are you sure we need to do this?"
Lucyâs deep gaze locked onto Sergei, and she said softly:
"Sergei, a soldierâs foremost duty is to follow orders. Just carry out what Iâve instructed."
Colliding with Lucyâs gaze, Sergei, despite being an eighth-circle wizard himself, felt a wave of invisible pressure.
"Understood, Ms.!"
Though it defied logic, he chose to trust Lucy.
Since the Deep Blue Expedition Army landed on the Godforsaken Continent, the previously unstoppable momentum of the Burning Expedition Army had been sharply curtailed.
Sergei knew that Lucy likely had access to some form of powerful astrological foreknowledge, but whether such spells would prove effective on a battlefield of civilization war spanning two races remained uncertain.
After all, the demons surely possessed corresponding anti-astrology methods as well.
Lucy gazed into the distance.
Her thoughts echoed silently:
"Levi has arrived too. May his battle go smoothly."
...
Mountain Giant Wizard Corps Headquarters.
"Soraya, Iâve come to visit you."
Gandaphâs voice rang from afar. Accompanying him were Victor and Ace.
Soraya said:
"Youâre supposed to stay in Gondor City to complete your seven-ring promotionâwhy are you here again?"
Gandaph said:
"The mere thought of you shedding blood fighting demons on the frontlines breaks my heart. So, Iâm here to help ease your worries."
Soraya scoffed and said:
"Oh, you silver-tongued old rascal. Youâre just out for Level 7 Flame Demon materials, arenât you?"
Gandaph replied solemnly:
"Correct. Are there any leads on Level 7 Early Stage Flame Demons? The three of us can help you take them down."
Soraya furrowed her brows and said:
"Youâre all reckless! Did you forget the ancient ambush last time when you hunted that Level 7 Flame Demon? How can you be so sure the ancient forces wouldnât show up again? The Council of Ten Thousand Clans has already corrupted the Black Dragon Pirate Group and infiltrated our ranks. Canât you consider your own safety for once? If it werenât for Master Fire Dragon, you wouldâve ended up as minced meat last time, and you..."
She sighed heavily, her tone exasperated, as if scolding him out of frustration.
Gandaph chuckled awkwardly.
"Itâs fine. This time, weâre prepared. Just help me out, would you?"
Soraya rubbed her temples, shaking her head. Then she sighed and said:
"Forget it. Do whatever you want. If you die, it wonât matter to me in the least."
Gandaph grinned cheekily and said:
"Oh, sharp tongue, soft heart, huh?"
Sorayaâs voice chilled and she said:
"Get lost!"
Armed with the intel, Gandaph dragged Victor and Ace along, disappearing in a flash.