Chapter 334 - Will Continue to Be Handed Over to the Disciples
After leaving the palace, Kurtz and Serie returned to the laboratory of the Magic Association's higher-ups.
What intrigued Serie was that Kurtz was constructing a very complex magic circle as soon as he returned, with some of the magical runes on it that she had never seen before.
Moreover, under her magical perception, as the magic circle was completed, transparent, barely perceptible magical threads emanating from it extended outward in all directions across the entire imperial capital.
Serie stepped closer, observing the intricate patterns.
"What are you doing?" She asked.
"I've made some modifications to the detection magic and am preparing to set up a large barrier throughout the entire capital."
"Oh?" Serie immediately realized something, and a playful smile appeared on her lips. "Looks like you're planning to make sure they don't leave alive."
"How about calling this magical barrier the Birdcage? Once I activate it, it can't be closed unless I'm defeated, and no one can leave this city," Kurtz said with a grin.
"Birdcage?" Serie repeated the word. "What's the basis for that?"
"No, it was just a sudden thought." Kurtz, of course, could not explain that he learned it from a guy in his previous life who liked to wear pink coats.
All I can say is that the opponent's birdcage is indeed impressive. The only pity is that the person isn't brilliant; he locked up several people who could defeat them, along with himself. What a brilliantly stupid move!
Kurtz wouldn't make that mistake.
Without dwelling on the topic, Serie sat back down in the large, soft fur-covered chair, crossed her legs, and rested her head on her hand. "But that Leggett was quite sensible; he saved us a lot of trouble."
Neither she nor Kurtz has the Holy Sword's help now, and if they fall out with Leggett, it won't be as easy as before to defeat the enemy's army quickly.
With so many influential figures in the capital, they are indeed not easy to deal with.
Moreover, in every sense, she did not want to go to war with Leggett, or rather, with the Kingdom of El that Leggett represented.
After all, this is a country that Norn built with his own hands, and it can't be destroyed now. Kurtz must think so, too; otherwise, he wouldn't have told Leggett in advance.
In response to Serie's words, Kurtz raised his hand to create a huge three-dimensional projection array. What was displayed was not the complex life formula as before, but a simple map of the capital city, with several areas marked in striking red.
Then he replied, "He's a smart man. He knows when to compromise, otherwise he wouldn't have agreed to let us establish a magic association in the capital. With his cooperation, the next operation will go much more smoothly, at least the overt resistance will be much less."
"What's next?" Serie raised an eyebrow. "Are you planning to take action yourself?"
With their combined strength, if they really wanted to take action, they could easily eliminate the targets on the list one by one in a short time, like crushing ants.
Of course, this is on the premise that they haven't realized what's happening yet.
However, given the current situation, they have likely already begun taking precautions.
Kurtz shook his head. "No, I don't think we need to rush." He looked out the window. "Let's leave it to Evan and the others to handle. Consider it a good opportunity for them to hone their skills."
Serie frowned slightly. "Them? Can they handle it? Aren't there risks?"
"There are definitely risks. In fact, with these little guys' strength, it would be strange if they didn't encounter danger." Kurtz walked to her side and took her small hand. "But don't worry, isn't Flamme with them?"
Furthermore, I will maintain a higher-level detection spell throughout the entire capital. Only when they encounter a tough nut to crack will it be our time to strike.
Before that, let those young people experience what real combat is like.
Serie thought for a moment, then nodded.
Although she always complained about her disciples, deep down she still hoped that they could become qualified and powerful mages.
Now that such an opportunity has presented itself, and with Kurtz in control behind the scenes, the risks are indeed manageable.
"Alright, we'll do it your way." She had given her approval to the plan. "However, if they behave too disgracefully, I can't guarantee I won't take action myself."
"It's alright, just do as you please," Kurtz smiled.
Meanwhile, on a bustling commercial street in the capital.
Evan and his group, along with Flamme and her disciple Frieren, who were acting as temporary bodyguards, were having a meal at a restaurant.
After last night's fierce battle, this sumptuous lunch should have been relaxing, but Evan found himself unable to enjoy his food, feeling uneasy.
"Don't you guys think...the wayyy... the people in the restaurant are looking at us is a little strange?" Evan couldn't help but whisper to his companions.
He noticed that whether it was pedestrians outside the window or other diners in the restaurant, their eyes would linger for a few more seconds when they glanced at their table, filled with intense curiosity.
Legolas nodded slightly upon hearing this, as he had already noticed it. "Yes, indeed. Ever since we left the Magic Association, the level of attention has been unusually high."
The others also instinctively gripped their wands tighter, in case anything unexpected happened.
In response, Flamme put down her wine glass and was about to explain when Frieren, who had been sitting quietly eating her roast meat next to her, looked up first.
"Because of the commotion you caused last night, I'm afraid everyone in the entire capital knows you now," Frieren said in a calm tone.
"Breaking into the mansion of a powerful earl, defeating the guards, and forcibly taking the earl away, it's hard not to cause a sensation with something like this."
"So fast?!" Evan and the others looked at each other in surprise.
Although they knew the matter couldn't be kept secret, they didn't expect that in just one night and one morning, it would become the talk of the town.
"But..." Sia asked with some doubt, "We've caused such a big commotion; shouldn't the city defense forces have come knocking on our door by now? Why is everything still so calm?"
They had prepared themselves initially for being held accountable by the authorities.
"Did you all forget?" Evan said, "Didn't Master Serie say that she would handle the rest?"
In Evan's opinion, it was very likely that Teacher Serie and Lord Kurtz used their influence to block the pressure from the authorities.
Flamme nodded, confirming their guess. "This morning, I did see the two teachers heading to the palace, presumably having reached some kind of agreement with His Majesty Leggett."
Although she was unaware of the conversation's specifics, given her understanding of the two teachers and Leggett's knowledge of Kurtz's identity, the outcome was easy to foresee.
Frieren gave a soft "hmm" in response, indicating she had noticed the matter as well.
Upon hearing this, Evan and the others were immediately relieved to find that they wouldn't have to deal with the authorities.
It seems that their little group won't get involved in what happens next.
[End of Chapter]
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