Warlock Apprentice - Chapter 2066: 2067: Opportunity
Chapter 2066: Chapter 2067: Opportunity
After mentioning the recent situation at the Magic Corridor, the Boiling Gentleman suddenly paused for a long time, his movements trembling slightly. Because he’s invisible, his face and expression were unseen, but based on his actions, he seemed hesitant, as if he wanted to say something.
“You seem to want to say something, is there a problem?” Nuka asked, unable to ignore the Boiling Gentleman’s obvious behavior.
The Boiling Gentleman sighed: “Ah, indeed there are some issues, but I’m embarrassed to mention them.”
After saying he’s “embarrassed to mention,” he was met with silence and then voluntarily continued: “The Magic Corridor I guard is on the frontline against the human world, and often powerful humans enter the corridor.”
At this point, the Boiling Gentleman sighed again, seemingly implying to Nuka that his situation is dire with human experts continuously entering the Magic Corridor.
Angel had no idea what the other guests thought, but the Boiling Gentleman’s words filled Angel’s mind with questions.
Before coming to these ruins, Angel had already received intelligence from Lord Reine. Ever since the ruins were discovered, very few people have entered, with entrances occurring only initially; the past few months saw none.
So, the Boiling Gentleman’s words were absolute nonsense.
“The area you’re responsible for certainly has its challenges,” Nuka nodded, agreeing with the Boiling Gentleman.
“Human invasions have occurred too frequently on my end, consuming a lot of magical entities… Though the consumption of these magic entities isn’t a big deal since they’re all simulated Mimic forms; however, the Seed of Distortion has been depleted significantly during this period.”
At this point, the Boiling Gentleman’s intention was clear.
“The main material for the Seed of Distortion is exhausted on my side, so I was thinking…” The Boiling Gentleman didn’t complete his sentence but subtly glanced at Menavaro opposite him, the implication evident.
The main material for the Seed of Distortion is Menavaro’s tentacles; the Boiling Gentleman thought of asking Nuka to intervene since he couldn’t “steal” more.
Before Nuka could speak, Menavaro’s round body suddenly turned red. Instantly, Menavaro erupted from the seat, and numerous tentacles shot towards the banquet hall like a celestial net, while its main body transformed into a ferocious giant mouth aimed directly at the Boiling Gentleman.
This sudden transformation startled Angel, as Menavaro and the Boiling Gentleman were on either side of him, and if they really started fighting, he’d definitely be affected.
However, before Menavaro could bite the Boiling Gentleman, Nuka suddenly snorted coldly.
With Nuka’s cold snort, a terrifying pressure suddenly filled the room.
Excluding Angel who was protected by the Dalmatian, all other guests displayed discomfort. Menavaro’s previously rampant tentacles were forced back, drooping like noodles beside him.
Seeing Menavaro back in place, the terrifying pressure receded like a tide.
Nuka glanced at Menavaro casually: “Now is not the time for reckless action. Resolve your issues with the Boiling Gentleman privately.”
Menavaro lowered his head: “… I understand.”
Nuka said nothing, turning his gaze to the Boiling Gentleman: “I received your proposal; you can go to the cross later to get the main material for the Seed of Distortion yourself.”
The Boiling Gentleman paused, then helplessly nodded. He proposed now to avoid going to the cross; now it seemed Nuka agreed, but at the cross, he’d likely have to settle “personal grievances” with Menavaro before getting the tentacles.
The Boiling Gentleman sighed inwardly, realizing Nuka still favored Menavaro.
“Madam Shava, I apologize here on behalf of Menavaro; its actions were too impulsive, but its intent was unintended,” Nuka said after resolving the issue between Menavaro and the Boiling Gentleman, turning his attention to Angel.
After all, the banquet was centered around welcoming Madam Shava, and Menavaro’s outburst could be considered contemptuous of the royal court’s dignity.
Angel didn’t express any opinion towards the scene before him, merely raising an eyebrow with an intriguing look in his elongated eyes, glancing at Nuka opposite, then lowering his head with a bit of lazy grace, continuing to stroke the Dalmatian.
“It’s no problem,” Angel said calmly.
After receiving Madam Shava’s “understanding,” Menavaro breathed a slight sigh of relief, but the next moment, Madam Shava spoke again.
“Speaking of which, I’m quite interested in the Seed of Distortion.” Angel’s gaze turned to the Boiling Gentleman: “I wonder if I’m lucky enough to witness how the Boiling Gentleman creates the Seed of Distortion?”
Angel’s words instantly reversed the Boiling Gentleman’s initially helpless mood!
Since Madam Shava showed interest in the Seed of Distortion and wished to see its creation, getting the main material from the cross became logical; if Menavaro blocked him, it would be sheer disrespect towards Madam Shava!
Thinking of this, the Boiling Gentleman nodded almost without hesitation: “Of course.”
Angel: “I’ll find you after the banquet ends.”
The Boiling Gentleman naturally responded repeatedly.
On the other side, Menavaro’s expression changed slightly, yet ultimately said nothing, lowering his head in silent resignation.
Nuka’s small eyes flickered for a moment but said nothing.
Angel continued to stroke the Dalmatian, appearing calm and relaxed, yet elated internally.
The reason he suddenly spoke was because he saw an opportunity.
He clearly knew Nuka seemed to agree with the Boiling Gentleman but actually wanted the Boiling Gentleman to go to the cross himself, meaning the Boiling Gentleman had to privately resolve grievances with Menavaro.
Thus, the Boiling Gentleman’s goal hadn’t truly been achieved since Menavaro surely wouldn’t let the Boiling Gentleman easily obtain the main material for the Seed of Distortion.
Originally, the matter would’ve ended here, but Nuka, worried about it being labeled as “disrespect to the court,” offered an apology for Menavaro, inadvertently giving Angel an opportunity.
Angel verbally expressed no problem, yet suddenly spoke about the Seed of Distortion, adding more meaning to the matter.
His words could be interpreted by other guests in two ways: firstly, Madam Shava indeed has interest in the Seed of Distortion and wants to see it; secondly, Madam Shava verbally forgave but is slightly upset, thus siding with the Boiling Gentleman to rebuke Menavaro.
In any case, regardless of interpretation, Angel stood on the moral high ground.
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