Chapter 643 - Two Letters. Two Paths (3/3)
Chapter 643: Two Letters. Two Paths (3/3)
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Pure white snow covered the contrasting black mountains. Rhode stood by the window and admired the snowflakes falling gently. The crackling fireplace behind him warmed the entire room. He turned around and gazed at the black-haired man donned in a Mage’s skin tight robe instead of the usual wide coat. The black-haired man had an extraordinary sword by his waist. It had a long sword hilt, which was almost as long as half a magic wand. On the contrary, its blade was extremely short and was slightly longer than a dagger’s. This was the unique weapon of the Battle Mage Group. Its design not only guaranteed Mages a convenience in spell casting, but also ensured the usage of menacing swordsmanship techniques.
“I know the reasons the Battle Mage Group has for breaking free of the Mage Association, Mr. Buster. The ancestor of the Battle Mage Group chose an unimaginable path in search for the integration of physical body and spells. He believed that the origin of spirits were unanimous and it was the same for spells and swordsmanship, apart from the way they displayed themselves. He longed for the integration of both and formed a new faction and would have succeeded were it not for the eruption of the Creation War. It was a pity that the ancestors of the Battle Mage Group weren’t able to survive after the long and drawn-out war. The members left one after another and the Battle Mage Group went through intense unrest. It was due to this reason that this staff the Battle Mage Group created through gathering the knowledge and intelligence of their ancestors disappeared to nowhere. It recorded the knowledge of the Battle Mage Group’s founder, Gran Berros, and his wisdom on the ultimate path. It was due to this that the Battle Mage Group has always been in search for the staff and longed for their past glory. But it was a pity that you guys haven’t been able to find it.”
The black-haired man twitched his brows, sitting up straight on the chair like a javelin. His imposing manner made him look more like a strict, disciplined soldier than a Mage who sat in the library reading books all day. He stared at Rhode and emanated a solemn aura.
“Sir Overlord, I know that you understand the history of our Battle Mage Group after reading your letter. But I never expected you to know the details in depth. Frankly speaking, I even suspected if you were a member of our Battle Mage Group.”
“I wasn’t able to join the Battle Mage Group, but I have some insights.”
Rhode replied calmly.
“Just as I’ve mentioned in the letter, I know your Battle Mage Group has been searching for the ‘Soul Road’ Staff. But I’ve my own conditions too…”
“Join your army and become your subordinate?”
Buster interrupted and placed his hands on his knees, lifting his head to reveal a razor-sharp radiance from his eyes.
No matter which possibility it was, Buster couldn’t keep calm. He tucked the stack of paper into the folds of his clothes and bowed solemnly.
Rhode gazed at Buster’s hasty departure on his horse and smiled with his eyes. He was sure that the Battle Mage Group had taken the bait completely.
At this moment, the room door opened and Rhode heard Marlene’s voice behind him.
“Mr. Rhode, how did it go?”
“Everything’s great, Marlene.”
Rhode turned to the young lady and shrugged while the latter faced him with complicated emotions. Rhode had explained to her why he wished the Demon Hunter Squad and Battle Mage Group would join his army, but she couldn’t accept his explanations as she couldn’t understand why Rhode would take this dangerous risk as an overlord. The dangers of leading a team of elites and penetrating from the enemy’s rear was much more dangerous than leading a whole army of soldiers attacking upfront. Not only that, but Rhode was still the overlord and his identity didn’t belong just to himself. If an accident happened to him, it would mean that everything would be destroyed. Therefore, Marlene objected to Rhode’s risky tactics.
“I still don’t agree with your method, Rhode. Such a risky way isn’t suitable for an overlord or noble.”
“But we have to do this for the sake of victory, Marlene. We will lose our lives if we fail. My territory will be razed to the ground. My people will be slaughtered and I will also be murdered. If we fail to secure ourselves the victory, the end will never change.”
“But… I’m still worried…”
Marlene pressed her hand on Rhode’s chest.
“Do you really think this is fine, Rhode?”
“Don’t worry, Marlene. I won’t fail.”
Rhode stroked her soft cheek gently and lowered his head.