Warlock Apprentice

Chapter 1367: Section 1368 Research and Development Institute

“Please immediately stop the fighting, please immediately stop the fighting…” Despite the cold mechanical tone, there was a sense of urgency.

The voice came from the surveillance Magic Energy Eyes that filled the sky, and the ones being warned were Angel and Winchester, who were embroiled in the whirl of battle.

“If the fighting does not cease immediately, you will bear the consequences.” Seeing that the two had not ceased their fighting, the Magic Energy Eye’s tone became increasingly threatening.

Normally, if this were a simple disturbance, the Magic Energy Eyes could enforce the law directly and use stored energy to take the two away, but the ones fighting now were no ordinary people.

Not too long ago, when the Magic Energy Eyes had tried to enforce the law forcibly, Winchester took down dozens of them with a single flame, turning them into scrap metal.

Angel was even more ruthless; he directly summoned three pairs of Hands of Magic and dismantled all the Magic Energy Eyes within fifty meters of him. Although he was somewhat better than Winchester, at least they could be reassembled and used again.

Faced with these two formidable opponents, the Magic Energy Eyes were powerless. They quickly contacted the Enforcement Squad responsible for the area. To avoid any accidents, they even dispatched several area squad leaders.

In no time, numerous beams of light appeared in the sky above the main city district; all were Enforcement Squad leaders who had reached Official Wizard level or higher, now all flocking to Manshi Magic Material Street.

“Why are you still standing here? The Magic Energy Eyes have already issued a level three warning, haven’t they?” A golden light swept in, and an Official Wizard dressed in a golden robe appeared behind Roke.

Roke was the Enforcement Squad leader responsible for Manshi Magic Material Street, and at the moment, he was floating in the sky, gazing toward the distant battlefield.

“It’s Wizard Galchi.” Roke turned around and said.

Galchi’s expression was serious, “What exactly has happened?”

Roke pointed in the distance, “You might as well take a look for yourself.”

While they spoke, several other district Enforcement Squad leaders arrived. They did not rush over because a level three warning meant that individuals at the Wizard level were involved in the conflict. Any battle involving Official Wizards could be dangerous, so they stopped beside Roke to assess the situation first.

But upon looking, everyone fell silent.

“If I am not mistaken, one is ‘Burning Blood Flame’ Winchester and the other is… that Music Box Sorcerer Angel?”

“Yes,” Roke nodded.

All were silent, as these two were no easy matter to deal with. One was a wizard of the Frostmoon Alliance, while the other was a potential seedling riding the waves of public opinion.

They were well aware that the Frostmoon Alliance was currently seeking Angel. Now, not only had Angel appeared, but he had also clashed with Winchester? What on earth was going on?

“The focus is not why Angel is here, did you not notice that Angel and Winchester are evenly matched?” spoke Wizard Galchi, surprise flickering in his eyes, “At first I thought Angel had advanced to Official Wizard, but upon closer inspection, I realized he’s still an Apprentice!”

Galchi’s words sparked uproar among those present.

“I remember, isn’t he the rising star of the Alchemy Circle?” a wizard said in disbelief. Angel was still under twenty years old, and he had time to hone his combat skills while also focusing on alchemy?

The most crucial part was that he, still an apprentice, could fight on equal terms with an Official Wizard?

“Winchester is not weak, and he’s likely wary of Lord Illusion Demon, afraid of hurting Angel. Otherwise, with Fire Transmutation, he would definitely have the upper hand,” another wizard said with a hint of envy, “This Angel’s power is only a bit stronger than his peers.”

“A bit stronger?” Roke snorted coldly, “Did you not watch ‘Glowing City Night Talk’? For someone who has the friendship of the Abyssal Dragon and has been marked by the Thief of Time, having such strength seems normal.”

“Besides, if you were to fight Angel, you might not even win.”

The crowd argued excitedly but none stepped forward.

They knew very well that Sanders was currently in Sky Mechanical City. With that formidable figure present, it wouldn’t be right for them to intervene on either side.

To either offend the Frostmoon Alliance or to provoke Sanders, so choosing to stand back was the best option.

In the center of the battlefield, Angel also noticed the distant Enforcement Squad. He had initially planned to use the arrival of the Enforcement Squad to make an exit and then see how things would be handled after Sanders arrived. But unexpectedly, not a single squad member approached.

The stalemate between Angel and Winchester continued, but both understood that if this dragged on, Angel would undoubtedly be the loser since his reserves of magic power were surely less than Winchester’s.

Winchester wasn’t in a hurry either and planned to slowly wear Angel down.

Angel wasn’t rushing either, though. He knew dragging things out would put him at a disadvantage, but he hadn’t used any of his trump cards yet, so he wasn’t worried.

Since Lyon had already left safely, he hadn’t planned to go head-to-head with Winchester. All he was contemplating now was how to exit the situation.

Leaving through a door would certainly be the most convenient, but it would undoubtedly expose one of his trump cards.

Or should he use the Phantom Limb to strike Winchester by surprise and then take the opportunity to leave?

However, before Angel could decide, a new development occurred on the field.

“Winchester, are you still planning to ask my mentor to help you improve the Coagulation Potion?” A loud voice rang out.

Winchester instinctively retreated a few steps, and Angel didn’t pursue him, instead directing his gaze to the speaker.

Not far off, a burly man flew up from the ground into midair, followed by a haggard-looking Brufen, both swiftly flying over.

The burly man was none other than the person who had previously stopped Winchester.

Angel was also familiar with him, he was “Mad Bear” Sabo!

After Sabo arrived between the two, he first addressed Winchester in a cold voice, “Lord Muse had a message before, if you still want to stay in Sky Mechanical City, you must not lay a hand on Angel again. Moreover, Mentor Midora said that, Winchester, if you want the improved version of the Coagulation Potion, it’s best not to act rashly.”

“Why?” Winchester also hoped for a way out, and Sabo’s arrival was just in time. However, Winchester didn’t understand why Lord Muse and Lord Midora would stick up for Angel?

“Rule thirteen of Sky Machinery City states that members of the research institute must not be attacked within the boundaries of Sky Mechanical City, or they will be expelled,” Sabo paused, pointing at Angel, “Angel is a member of the research institute. Is this reason enough?”

Winchester looked at Angel with surprise in his eyes. He knew the status of the research institute even if he was not an alchemist.

Angel was actually a member of the research institute?

Winchester couldn’t help but turn back to look at Brufen. Brufen was an alchemist; perhaps he knew some insider information?

After pondering for a moment, Brufen still nodded. He had actually only found out recently, and it was Lord Muse who had personally conveyed the message to him. It was precisely because of Lord Muse’s words that Brufen’s earlier anger gradually cooled down.

Although Brufen was a member of the Frostmoon Alliance, as an alchemist, he often came to Sky Machinery City for further study.

Just as a Prophet Wizard would go to the Crown Star Church for further study, or a Gourmet Sorcerer would go to Candy House, Sky Machinery City was considered the Holy Land of alchemy in the Southern Domain. Brufen spent even more time here than he did in Frostmoon.

For this reason, Brufen knew very well that if he were expelled for attacking Angel, it would be difficult for him to return to Sky Machinery City in the future.

Under these circumstances, Brufen backed down.

The words of Mad Bear Sabo were not deliberately hidden, so now, everyone who was still paying attention to this conflict became aware of them.

Although no particular stance was evident at the moment, it was foreseeable that this news would ignite the public opinion in Sky Machinery City again after today.

The addition of a new member to the research institute was indeed a big deal!

Angel was also surprised that Sabo would suddenly speak out at this moment… Was this an implicit acknowledgment of his own status?

Angel had the access card for a while but had not previously disclosed his identity, obviously with some considerations in mind, perhaps feeling he was not yet qualified? Or maybe someone within the research institute felt it was inappropriate? Now, however, in public, he was directly acknowledged as a member of the research institute, which obviously carried a deeper meaning.

“I understand,” Winchester sighed inwardly. At this point, they had no choice but to bow their heads.

As for Angel…

Winchester looked towards Angel, who was now radiating light, and spoke slowly, “I had no intention of fighting with you today, and I hope that next time we meet, we can have a friendly exchange. I am very much looking forward to that moment.”

Brufen did not say anything more either; after all, he and Winchester came to Sky Machinery City this time for their own bodily issues. Angel’s matter was not on their agenda.

Now that Angel was a member of the research institute, that status was enough to settle the issue. It wasn’t that they did not act, but they did not dare to lay a hand on a member of the research institute in Sky Machinery City.

With this in mind, Brufen and Winchester touched their noses and left in a somewhat embarrassed manner.

Angel did not expect the situation to take such a sudden and dramatic turn. He dared to act today because he had the idea of leveraging someone’s influence, though he was prepared to rely on his mentor’s; unexpectedly, the mentor did not show up, but the influence of the research institute was used instead.

However, it did not matter anymore, as the result was good.

Angel moved forward and thanked Sabo.

Sabo looked at Angel with a complicated gaze; he had rushed over the moment the conflict arose, already having received Lord Muse’s transmission.

Sabo thought that by revealing the name of the research institute at Angel’s most difficult moment, he could not only save Angel but also ensure his loyalty to the institute.

To his surprise, Angel managed to stand up to two Official Wizards and hold his own!

To think that the last time Sabo saw him in Sky Mechanical City, Angel was fighting with a group of Apprentices in the Purification Garden for a chance to survive. The current change was indeed stunning.

Especially since Sabo, as a bloodline-side wizard, could clearly sense in the previous battle that Angel’s physique could almost match that of a bloodline-side Official Wizard.

How Angel achieved this in such a short time, Sabo had no idea.

Although it looked like the research institute had saved the day this time, Sabo was clear that even if he hadn’t mentioned the institute’s name, Angel would not have faced any trouble. And judging by Angel’s calm demeanor, it was clear that he still had some aces up his sleeve.

“You really surprised me,” Sabo shook his head in amazement.

Only now did the Enforcement Squad Captain, who had been waiting outside, hurry over. They immediately understood the higher-ups’ intentions upon learning that Angel was a member of the research institute.

Angel was also an alchemist, and becoming friendly with him was definitely a win.

Unfortunately, they had missed the best opportunity, but it was not too late to come over now and make an appearance.

As they thought this, Sabo said to Angel, “Oh, I came here for another reason. Mentor Midora asked me to bring you to the research institute. He wants to see you about something.”