Chapter 0009: An Uncommon Calm and Ominous Foreboding

Generally speaking, in a city, the closer one is to the central area, the denser the population should be. However, this city is quite the opposite; the closer one gets to the central area, the fewer people there are.

Three people? It's still possible to complete it well

For some reason, there is always a sense of ominous foreboding in Moghliya's heart

Let us witness how "Fairy Tail" managed to accomplish this large-scale task, which typically requires dozens of magicians to tackle simultaneously, with just three little spirits

Those with keen eyesight can see that a stone bridge has been constructed over the surface of this exceptionally clear lake. The base of the bridge sinks directly into the water, and the surface of the bridge is almost level with the water's surface, one end connecting to the lake shore and the other extending to the center of the lake

Yes, yes! Hurry up!

... ...

Upon hearing this, everyone from "Fairy Tail" and "Phantom Lord" turned their gaze towards the platform where a stone sphere the size of a crystal ball was placed

The sorcerers from the Phantom Lord guild exchanged glances, continuing to follow with a lighthearted demeanor while emitting sounds of mockery

It is ... ... indeed ... ...

In the center of the pavilion, there is a platform that holds a stone sphere the size of a crystal ball

Although the task of the Activation Ceremony at the Lake offers a reward of 3 million J from hetushu.com, which is certainly substantial, it becomes significantly less when divided into dozens of shares. This is also why the task is not well-received among many guilds.

We kindly request your assistance so that we may learn from the experience

Perhaps it was due to prior notice, or perhaps it was because there were middle-aged individuals leading the way. Along the journey, many groups dressed as soldiers, carrying weapons, patrolled the surroundings. Even when they saw individuals clearly bearing the guild emblems of 'Fairytail' and 'PhantomLord' heading towards the ritual lake, they did not step forward to stop them

Under the leadership of the middle-aged individuals, a group of people made their way towards the city center, enduring the pointed fingers and murmurs of the city's inhabitants.

Hahaha

That's right

I have heard that although the reward for completing this task is a full 3 million J, if it is divided into dozens of shares, the reward becomes somewhat low

Is it time to lead the way?

Upon seeing the more than thirty sorcerers of "Phantom Lord" in front of them, and after Moglia uttered these words with a look of disdain, Noah, Erza, and Laxus instantly understood.

For the Council of Review, this and the Library Lake represent the beliefs held in their hearts; naturally, for others, this lake is a forbidden place

As long as we inject magical power into this stone sphere, if the magical power is sufficient to activate the Lake of Rituals, the Lake of Rituals will glow, and our task will be complete, right

We are merely here to assist with the aftermath, which should not be considered an obstruction to your work, correct

Hearing the other party's laughter, not to mention Laxus, whose temper had been growing increasingly irritable, even the cold-hearted Erza could not help but feel a flicker of anger.

Upon hearing this, no matter how displeased Laksas felt, he found no reason to take action. Even Erza, who had been watching coldly from the sidelines, began to lower her guard.

Because, in the central area of this city, there is a ceremonial lake regarded as a sacred site by the council of elders

However, this time, only three people from "Fairy Tail" are dispatched, so this reward is quite substantial for us, and we must ensure that we complete the task well

The magicians from the Phantom Lord branch burst into laughter, their laughter filled with disdain, contempt, and mockery.

The remaining sorcerers of "Phantom Lord" also began to incite and speak out

There is a pavilion there

Erza and Laxus suddenly woke up

I am afraid it is quite the opposite; the other party may have specifically come here to hinder the completion of "Fairy Tail" in order to interfere with the publication of the *illustrated* book!

In other words..." Noah inquired aloud

Then, it is time for all of you from "Fairy Tail" to take action! Even though there was an inexplicable sense of restlessness in his heart, Moglia chose to temporarily set it aside and spoke somewhat sarcastically to Noah, Erza, and Laxus.

The sorcerers from the "Phantom Lord" branch all burst into laughter, and even Morglia couldn't help but look at Noah with a half-smile.

After all, the evaluation committee cannot just allow anyone to enter its sacred place, can it

Oh... oh... The middle-aged man seems not to have fully recovered from the intimidation of Laksas, his face still pale, blankly nodding his head, and walking forward in a somewhat unsteady manner.

Only Noah maintained his original appearance from beginning to end, ignoring the mocking laughter of the 'Phantom Lord' as if no one were around, and spoke to the middle-aged man who had been unable to interject.

The middle-aged man directly led the members of 'Fairytail' and 'PhantomLord' onto the stone bridge, entering the pavilion built in the center of the lake, arriving in front of the platform where a stone sphere the size of a crystal ball was placed, facing the crowd

"Laksasge!" Suddenly, Noah spoke up from the side

Thus, this statement seemingly provides a way out for "Fairy Tail" and carries a hint of easing the atmosphere; however, judging by the performance of the mages from "Phantom Lord," it is evident that they merely wish to see "Fairy Tail" make a fool of themselves

No one noticed that Moglia, like Laxus, was fixated on the small figure of Noah walking at the front, and the previously relaxed expression began to fade away

Realizing this, Elusha and Laxus were about to sink in expression when Noah suddenly spoke up and burst into laughter once again

Such an unpopular task has been accepted by someone, while other guilds would be eager to see such events unfold. However, "Phantom Lord" has organized a large force to come even though someone has accepted the task, claiming that it does not interfere with the work of Noah and his companions

Does the "Phantom Lord" only take action after the failure of a mission in "Fairy Tail"?

How are the little demons from "Fairy Tail"?" A smile slowly appeared at the corner of Gria's mouth

Before long, a lake with a diameter of over 100 meters, remarkably clear, appeared before everyone's eyes

Noah shrugged and directly followed suit. Elusha fell silent for a moment, wordlessly lifting her foot to follow as well. Laxus, on the other hand, stared at Noah's back for quite a while, then glanced at the mages of "Phantom Lord" before walking forward with a cold expression.

This is the ritual platform of the Lake of Rituals. As long as sufficient magical power is infused into the wishing stone on the ritual platform, the Lake of Rituals will be activated

It is evident that Phantom Lord does not believe that Fairy Tail can accomplish a task that requires dozens of magicians with just three people

The gaze first timidly swept over Laxus, and then the middle-aged man lowered his head and spoke softly.

In such circumstances, after crossing numerous streets and buildings, the vision of a group of people walking towards the Lake of Ceremony began to broaden after approximately fifteen minutes of walking. Before them, the monotonous streets and buildings were no longer visible, and it was as if they had entered a natural park, with flowers and plants starting to appear all around.

Noah raised his head, and a glimmer of shrewdness passed through his deep-set eyes