Warlock Apprentice

After confirming that Lord Rhein already knew about the Seed affair, Muse then revealed all the latest information they had obtained.

Immediately after, the subject of their discussion shifted from the simple Seed affair to a broader exploration, using a far-sighted attitude, of the potential conflicts and impacts this event could have on the entire structure of the Wizards’ Realm.

They discussed the tide of worldly events from the backdrop of the era, branching out into various aspects, and further sought solutions to the Seed problem on multiple levels.

Everything that Angel had known, unknown, thought of, and never considered before was entirely laid out by them.

The more Angel listened, the more he felt his own inadequacy. Perhaps he was gradually climbing toward success in Alchemy Techniques, but in terms of macro experience, organizational ability, perspective, and detail handling, there was still a vast gap between him and people like Muse and Rhein.

This wasn’t due to a lack of vision from Angel but rather just too little experience with the passage of time.

Some things can be compensated by talent; others require time to accumulate. What Angel lacked was the latter. He was too young, and even though he knew a lot, the experience that is deposited through time was still inferior to that of some apprentices.

Previously, Angel thought he might have some room to contribute to the Seed affair. Indeed, he had space to exert influence, but only in parts. It was naive to think he could solve the Seed affair on his own. In contrast, the discussions of Muse and Rhein from multiple angles about blocking the Seed were more reliable.

Of course, if Angel could directly solve the mysterious object that is the Seed, then everything would be easily resolved. However, the Seed is an existence that has annihilated miracles, and even the people from the Orderly Guild dare not touch it. Angel thinking he could solve it was basically wishful dreaming.

In this grand chessboard of matters, Angel has now recognized his own insignificance. It’s better to leave the Seed affair to leaders of large wizard organizations like Rhein and Muse.

Still, caution is necessary because the followers of the Seed might be watching him.

Muse and Rhein talked for about half an hour, and after discussing the general situation, Muse said, ”After the Astrology Day, I plan to divulge this matter to several large wizard organizations and secretly investigate whether the Seed has begun spreading its belief in the Southern Domain, although I’m still unsure about contacting Song of the Deep Sea.”

”The situation with Song of the Deep Sea is too complicated; they still have Otherworld support behind them. It’s best not to tell them this matter. If you absolutely have to, contact Florenza of Sea God’s line, but definitely avoid Yimagan’s faction,” said Rhein.

Muse nodded, ”I understand.”

Rhein: ”And also, don’t forget the Extreme Sect.”

A gleam flashed in Muse’s eyes, and he nodded. The Extreme Sect usually rampage wildly across the Southern Domain, banning this and that, relying on the favor of the world’s consciousness, leaving many wizards with nothing to say. Now, the Seed Sect is indeed a real devouring beast, necessitating large wizard organizations to mobilize, and the Extreme Sect must also take part, and need to be at the forefront.

To continually stand at the high ground of political correctness and reap benefits, they must do what political correctness demands.

Muse: ”If I get any new information, I’ll notify your lordship through the Signal Tower.”

Rhein: ”If the Signal Tower fails to reach me, you can directly inform Horus. He has a way to contact me.”

Muse paused for a moment, the failure of Signal Tower contacting Rhein? Why?

While Muse felt confused, it was inappropriate to probe further, so he nodded, ”Okay.”

After Muse and Rhein finished their discussion, they looked towards Angel: ”By the way, Astrology Day is approaching, you need to prepare early. If you can’t find a Prophet Wizard, I can help you connect with...”

Before Muse finished speaking, Rhein interrupted directly: ”No need to trouble Director Muse, the Barbarian Cave will arrange for a Prophet Wizard to go over.”

Muse glanced at Rhein, said nothing else, and then shut down the Signal Tower.

Rhein then looked at Angel: ”Don’t worry about the Crown Star Church, I’ll have Maya predict on Astrology Day whether the Seed holds any malice towards you.”

Angel nodded and thanked him, even though Rhein himself was going to visit Maya. However, he was not looking for Maya’s help but considering what helps Dororo might offer.

Since Rhein already said Maya would help, Angel felt relieved.

Seeing Angel directly accepted his suggestion, Rhein felt pleased too. He understood Angel’s personality quite well, and Angel’s acceptance of help without reservation also indicated from a certain angle that Angel acknowledges the community and doesn’t excessively worry about gain and loss.

If Angel had refused, or insisted on compensating Maya, Rhein might have found it more burdensome.

”The Seed affair is indeed very serious, you choosing to stay low-key is right,” Rhein even thought Angel still hadn’t done enough: ”The outside world knows you come from the Barbarian Cave, so if the people related to the Seed want to locate you, they definitely will start from the Barbarian Cave. So, I think staying indefinitely in the Barbarian Cave might not be a good thing.”

Angel was perplexed.

Originally, Angel planned to stay low-key, to practice quietly on Illusion Demon Island, but now hearing Lord Rhein’s intention, was it suggesting he should leave the Barbarian Cave?

Indeed, Rhein had this intention. If it came to direct confrontation, Rhein was not afraid. However, if the opponent truly targeted Angel, just needing to confirm Angel’s location, then ”mark a target,” the Arrow of the Defeated would arrive. This was something even Rhein couldn’t prevent, so to avoid such a situation, Angel should not stay in the Barbarian Cave for a long duration.

Therefore, Rhein previously informed Muse, if the Signal Tower couldn’t reach him, to contact Horus, because he wanted Angel to leave the Barbarian Cave.

Of course, all the premise being that the opponent genuinely Target Angel.

Hence, even if Rhein wanted Angel to avert the limelight temporarily, it required waiting until after the Astrology Day.

”I’ll have someone temporarily seal the news of your return,” Rhein suggested.

Angel nodded, ”Actually, there’s no need to deliberately seal it; those who know will still guess, as long as it’s not publicized, I think there’s no issue.”

Rhein nodded.

Indeed, acting deliberately might actually draw more attention.

”Alright, you can weigh things yourself. If you need anything, you can contact Tree Spirit.”

Rhein’s words actually equated to granting authority, which also demonstrated Rhein’s importance placed upon Angel.

After discussing the Seed affair, their moods were somewhat heavy.

However, Rhein called Angel over mainly to ascertain Angel’s attitude, so after a silence, he cast aside the heavy topic first and began to subtly inquire Angel about certain matters to confirm his thoughts on the Barbarian Cave.

These questions, upon first listen, seemed perfectly normal, yet all involved Angel’s own notions and ideas.

Angel also sensed some clues, but after confirming it wasn’t meant to harm him, he decided not to dwell on them.