Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Kerband looked at the stoic Yang Ling and felt a throbbing pain in his head. It would be unbecoming of him no matter what he did.
Not only did the Wolf Troop Team not obtain the Ring of Life under his leadership, but they also suffered severe losses in the underground city. He thought that he was down enough on his luck, but he received a thankless task at Aila Mountain Pass before exiting the Magical Beast Realm. He was ordered to inform the news of Elderweiss approaching Yang Ling, and in his personal capacity, persuade him to lie low until the wind blows over.
To the Troops Association steeped in history, a small territory like the Magical Beast Realm is nothing, let alone the Hunter Association that was newly created. It was Yang Ling’s immeasurable strength and the mysterious and powerful family behind him that intimidated them.
If they knew nothing of Yang Ling’s mysterious family before this, they now saw the tip of the iceberg with the appearance of the Corpse Wizard King, who now assumed the name of “Roke”.
Quoting an informant in Magical Beast Realm about the Corpse Wizard King Roke, his strength was “unfathomable”. He once sent a Magical Tutor to follow him, but the person he sent never came back.
When they recovered the body of the Magical Tutor, they discovered no outer wounds. However, his organs have become goo. Someone seemed to have shattered his insides with some force, or that they overcooked them in intense temperature with obscure spells. Despite being experienced, the informants at the scene were all chilled with horror. To think that Roke, the Corpse Wizard King, would be this powerful!
After receiving the report, the Managing Elder of the Troops Association made an instant decision to cancel the operation against Magical Beast Realm. However, there’s no use crying over spilled milk. They are unable to pinpoint Sword Emperor Elderweiss’s whereabouts, much less convincing him to abort his plan. They could only deduce that the Sword Emperor should reach the Magical Beast Realm soon.
In any case, they would need to do something to avoid the wrath of Yang Ling and the mysterious family behind him. To prevent further implications, they could only let Kerband leak the news to Yang Ling in under his own name. If possible, Kerband should persuade Yang Ling to hide somewhere until Elderweiss leaves. Those Elders at the Association had it easy; for them, it was a matter of issuing orders, but for Kerband, he was the one who has to carry out this unpleasant task.
If he ignored the mission, he would have offended those old and obstinate Managing Elders. However, it was insulting to advise an honorable Lord to lie low. One misstep and he may rile Yang Ling, the Lord of Magical Beast Realm. It was a difficult decision to make, caught between the devil and the deep blue sea.
After a short hesitation, Kerband gritted and braced himself, “His Lordship. I have a territory along the shores of Bavaria. Many have praised the scenery there. Would you be interested in staying there for a few days?”
Staying there for a few days?
Yang Ling pored at the Kerband, who was clearly embarrassed. Yang Ling quickly understood. If he had genuinely acted in his individual capacity, he would be worried or nervous, but never embarrassed.
“He’s just a Sage Level Warrior. It’s not that big of a deal.” Yang Ling took a sip of Rum, “However, I’m disappointed that the Troops Association would do something this despicable. Borrowing someone else’s knife to kill me? I expect a logical explanation from the Association soon. Otherwise… …”
“There is no need to worry, Sir! It was all but a misunderstanding. Working together will bring great benefits to both Associations!”
The mission demanded Kerband to act in his personal capacity so that he can preserve the Troops Association’s dignity while achieving the mission goal. However, Kerband had never intended to hide the fact that everything was the Troops Association’s doing, right from the very start.
Yang Ling was no fool and some slight contemplation would lead him to the information he needed anyway. No secret can remain hidden forever. Openness and honesty are crucial to maintaining future cooperation. Willfully withholding information only serves to worsen the situation.
Having relayed the information to Yang Ling, Kerband left the realm quickly and awkwardly. Yang Ling and his follower called Roke may be strong, but the Sword Emperor Elderweiss is a name to behold. As for the consequences of the face-off between two moguls.
“Sword Emperor Elderweiss? He sounds like a decent match. Kekeke, Sir, why not I tear him apart when he’s on his way?”
The Corpse Wizard King licked his lips. Since he recovered around 70% of his strength, ingesting the blood and soul of ordinary people or magical beasts are no longer as effective. However, a Sage Level powerhouse is different. The blood and soul of Sword Emperor Elderweiss should be quite tasty.
“Rodriguez, you are not to take any action without my direct order.” Yang Ling paused, “You had better stay indoors during this period. Stop going out and scare those little girls!”
After he got to know of the Corpse EWizard King’s past, Yang Ling was still slightly worried that he might lay a hand on young girls. Despite knowing that he most probably won’t, no one can be certain that he will not lose control given how unstable he is.
Yang Ling quickly left after warning the Corpse Wizard King. In his mind, he secretly calculated how he should deal with the challenge from Sword Emperor Elderweiss. The Troops Association has sent a signal of conciliation by dispatching Kerband to relay the news. Collaboration between the two Associations will bring benefits to both parties. What’s left was for him to plan on how to maximize his gains.
He prepared lavish gifts for Casia and his people, who have long wished to return home. After sending them off, Yang Ling cultivated in seclusion as he explored the mystical uses of the Ice-sealing Throne Armor.
He had ordered to block all information regarding Elderweiss’s imminent arrival to avoid panic. However, fear spread throughout the entire Magical Beast Realm within a single day. Someone had still managed to leak the news.
“Hey, brother! Who do you think is stronger, His Lordship or the Sword Emperor Elderweiss?”
“Sword Emperor Elderweiss has killed many Sage Level powerhouses over the centuries. While His Lordship is powerful, when pitted against the Sword Emperor, I’m afraid that he is…”
“This is weird. I heard that Sword Emperor Elderweiss was cultivating in seclusion around the Northern Glacier. Why would he suddenly challenge His Lordship?”
“You’re right. Someone must have set us up!”
… …
People drank up as they chattered about the Sword Emperor Elderweiss, who will be arriving. They were indignant.
Although Yang Ling was incredibly powerful, Sword Emperor Elderweiss has been famous for a long time and has slain many big-time names. Not many believed that the young Yang Ling was his match and was worried. Some kind townspeople threw themselves before the statues of god; they prayed that the gods would look over Yang Ling, the Lord who brought hope to them.
The Hunters and townspeople were worried sick. Within Wissen Tower, Goode, Yuna, and Alice were similarly anxious. Yang Ling could close his doors and cultivate in peace, but they were left to deal with the uncertainty all day long.
The Sword Emperor Elderweiss is overwhelmingly mighty. According to the legends, he could kill a Sword Saint in a single move when he was just a Great Swordsman, and execute a Sage Level warrior in a single blow when he advanced to become a Sword Saint. When he stepped into the Sage Level, Sage Level Warriors, Spellcasters, and even domain bigwigs are no match for him!
He is strong, immensely strong!
Having the same worries as Kerband, Goode and some others too tried to persuade Yang Ling to leave the realm for the moment. However, Yang Ling never took their concerns to heart. Out of all, Rodriguez, the Corpse Wizard King, seemed to be the only one absolutely carefree and unaffected.
During his free time, he would either hunt some magical beasts in the depths of Terras Forest for some wild delicacies or roam around the realm with Little Miss Bess. Otherwise, he would be gone for the whole day, and nobody would know where he went. People can’t help but question if he was indeed sent by Yang Ling’s family to assist him, or was he on vacation in the Magical Beast Realm.
“Sir Goode, Sir Casia has returned with the warriors of Bellimore Family!” Good news arrived on another day that Goode was frowning worriedly. A soldier entered in broad steps. Behind him, he could see Casia, the golden cloaked warrior, and his men.
Casia slightly smiled when he saw the Goode’s confusion. He said, “Sir Goode, I heard that the Sword Emperor Elderweiss would soon arrive in the Magical Beast Realm. I have been searching for him for a long time. The timing is opportune for us to spar. We can finally know whose sword is faster, his or mine!”
To see whose sword is faster?
Casia’s words lifted a huge load off a troubled Goode’s chest. Before, Yang Ling had exhausted a large amount of Wizard Power and Mental Energy to force the Zombie Poison out of the bodies of Bellimore warriors. He even used his precious Water of the Spring of Life to pull some warriors back from the brink of death. He used to think that it was not worth it to do so.
However, it now looks like it was very much worth it, no matter the price!
The Bellimore Family was the only family that once produced a God of Swords. The Sword Techniques and Battle Energy passed down in their family were impeccable, and Casia has cultivated to the peak of Sage Level at a young age. He was the perfect candidate to spar with Sword Emperor Elderweiss.
After all, while powerful, Yang Ling would have a difficult time fighting the renowned Elderweiss without his Magical Beast Army. However, as the Lord of the realm and the Chief Elder of the Hunter Association, he couldn’t withdraw without fighting.
News of the golden cloaked warrior Casia’s return quickly made the ears of everyone in the Wissen Castle, who all sighed in relief. Smiles returned to people’s faces when they met. However, no one knew of Casia’s grave expression when he was alone. Similarly, no one knew that a white-clad man was quickly nearing the Magical Beast Realm, scaling mountains over mountains.
It’s lonely being powerful!
Elderweiss haven’t met a decent opponent for many years, ever since he reached the peak of Sage Level. After he gained a strand of enlightenment of the Law of Wind, regular domain bigwigs now stand no chance against him.
However, his understanding of the Law of Wind had not deepened at all over the past few decades. He could not master the domain; no matter how painstakingly he cultivated, he could not produce a Wind Sword Field. Upon hearing that a matchless powerhouse has emerged in Magical Beast Realm, sitting at the outskirts of Terras Forest, he made his way over without any hesitation.
It’s lonely being powerful, and so good battles are a rare find!
