Chapter 5: Diplomatic Mission

Jack carefully placed Enleiko in a sheltered spot. Each knight was preoccupied with their own duties. The tasks of keeping watch and feeding the horses were all quietly carried out in the darkness

Enleike knew that, due to the hurried departure, the entire team likely did not bring enough blankets. Now that Jack had given himself two, it was certain that some would not receive a blanket. Therefore, Enleike asked, "What will you do?"

The magic of Enleco was finally ready as he finished reciting the last incantation. The "Chaos Crystal Wall" was released, enveloping all the knights.

Seeing that he could not persuade Enleike, Jack ordered two knights to set off immediately. The two knights chose different directions from the gap at the back and left one after the other. They had to make a wide detour, ensuring that the thieves would not discover them

Bertina serves as a specialized caregiver for the royal family, and her age is indeed quite young for a position that typically requires at least a mid-level clergy member.

It seems that you are in trouble. " A voice echoed in Enleike's ear

Would there be someone who learns and practices the art of meditation on their own

The magician pondered for a moment, then spread his arms to raise a massive barrier, enveloping the people around him. The surrounding black mist gradually gathered, tightly wrapping the entire barrier.

Without mentioning that these bandits are trapped in dark magic, they are struggling to ponder their situation

Due to the fact that the Kingdom of Ka'oqi has long claimed that the "Pasture of the Fire God" is part of its territory, it has continuously instigated wars between the two countries

Indeed, the vibrations from the ground indicated that a large troop was approaching from behind. With flying sorcerers in the sky directing the targets, the knights understood that deceiving the pursuing forces was nearly impossible. Moreover, with those deadly sorcerers above, escaping separately was out of the question

It seems that all of this is entirely due to that scoundrel teacher, Victor. Whenever Enleike thinks of Victor, he cannot help but wonder what Victor is doing at this moment

Enleike lies quietly in the middle of the blanket, gazing at the starry sky, waiting for the night to pass and the dawn to arrive

"Dozens of wizards?" Kate asked hurriedly

Although it is unclear what purpose this magic serves, Enleiko has nonetheless closed the "Chaos Crystal Wall"

Jack paused here, and Enleike saw on his face the kind of dazed expression that Kate often displayed. He knew that a knight in such a state would take a long time to recover.

That thick black smoke was completely opaque. Those affected by this magic lost their sight instantly, as if struck by a blindness spell, and astonishingly, this smoke could not be dispelled, which was entirely beyond the sorcerer's imagination

Relying solely on oneself? One is merely someone who knows nothing, not even qualifying as an apprentice. It is astonishing that each of these knights, who can stand on their own, actually has to depend on oneself.

Indeed, after a long pause, Jack continued: "Greene Teskink himself is one of the three great paladins of Sofien; however, for some unknown reason, he renounced his status as a knight and became a mercenary"

Therefore, when Enleike became interested in Joe's identity, he went directly to Jack to inquire.

Generally, the laws of various countries are quite lenient towards crimes committed by wizards. Moreover, being a wizard is a highly envied profession, even if one does nothing. Wizards recognized by the state receive generous monthly allowances from the government; for instance, Victor takes advantage of this loophole to lead a life of ease and indulgence.

The only individuals eager to reach Karadan as soon as possible, apart from the two royal members burdened with important responsibilities, are the leader of the guard, Captain Hao Meng of the Royal Knights' First Brigade.

Enleike was excluded from the delegation list due to a previous embarrassment; however, among the four, he is the most renowned.

It is still too early to say this

When thinking of Victor, one cannot help but think of Enleco's father. The father was also a person with a highly structured life. In his memory, the father resembled a wind-up toy, getting up at the same time every day, opening the shop on time, starting business punctually, closing the shop at the designated hour, and then going to bed at the same time.

Enleike gazed blankly into the distance when a cloud of dust rolled in from afar

Having spoken, a spell emerged in Enleiko's mind

Jack paused and glanced at his team, softly saying: "From now on, it all depends on you; only you have the ability to lead them out of this land of death"

This magician is referred to as the Grand Magus solely because he is the only magician in the world capable of using forbidden spells. That forbidden spell is called "Apocalypse," and it is the ultimate magic of the fire element

The obviously high-ranking magician exchanged a glance with the leader of the bandits, and a thought simultaneously sprang to their minds, as they both said in unison: "Who is he protecting?"

Although no one wants to stop, the horses cannot adapt to prolonged running. By the time the sun sets, all the horses are already exhausted

The only one who can drink water before the horse is Enleike

Jack saw his embarrassed expression and knew he had hit the mark, so he simply said: "Joe's real name is—Grian Teskink, and his ancestors were one of the founding heroes of the Sophian Kingdom, as well as one of the twelve heroes of the Victory Day battle"

The lake, resembling a crescent moon, reflects dazzling light under the sun. The trees along the shore are quite lush and dense. Although the sky is filled with swirling dust, it is all blocked by several not very high mountain ridges surrounding the area.

The second gust of wind struck down, and everyone dove into the woods

The remaining knights continuously changed horses. However, the prolonged running caused the steeds to slow down increasingly. Yet, those magicians did not dare to approach the fleeing group easily, all thanks to Enleko's peculiar magic. The originally confident concentrated attacks turned out to be utterly ineffective, leading all the magicians to greatly underestimate Enleko's strength

This campsite is a small lake independent of the wilderness. Enleiko can sense the surging underground rivers from deep within the earth. This is his only distinction from ordinary people; due to possessing a mental strength far beyond that of the average person, although Enleiko is unable to use magic normally, he can keenly perceive the gathering and movement trends of various elements

Almost everyone is aware of the type of crisis they are facing

The mere thought of this princess made Enleike feel as if he had been pierced by a needle, leaving him unable to sleep peacefully. The scenes of suffering he endured in the laboratory deeply tormented his poor soul

Due to the presence of this lake, it has become the only forest in the surrounding area

The sound of this sentence may not be loud, but under this silent night sky, it appears so clear. As a result, all the knights paused their work and turned their gaze towards this direction

Enleiko turned back with difficulty. Dozens of wizards were flying in the air, and more wizards were continuously rising from the woods.

To be honest, facing an unknown powerful archmage level sorcerer, it is equally perceived as a dire situation for them. Moreover, regarding the most obscure magic, the Necromancy, no one can guarantee that it can certainly be dispelled

As the incantation was completed, countless black feathers scattered into the air. Once these black feathers drifted more than ten meters away from Enlaike, they immediately transformed into a mass of pitch-black smoke that shot upwards. They seemed to possess a life of their own, autonomously seeking out their targets

Enleike rested his head on his arm, reclining on the hillside. Jack wandered around the slope, his eyes gazing into the distance, unsure whether he was on lookout duty or simply enjoying the scenery

Moreover, Enlaike is indeed renowned. Since that court competition, the four trial students can be said to have gained fame across the world. Among them, Kate has been appointed as the squad leader of the Royal Knights and is accompanying Haomeng on his mission, serving as Haomeng's deputy.

"So can we go back to our country now?" Jerry asked

The wizard before us ranks second in the Kingdom of Sofien, being the most esteemed magician after the Grand Sorcerer Naga. Due to the significance of this diplomatic mission, the king personally requested this elder to serve as an advisor to the delegation

Due to this fortification, the Kingdom of Cardochi once enjoyed a longer period of peace compared to other kingdoms. However, now this moat hinders its further expansion

Enleiko had never anticipated such a fierce magical assault. It was unlikely that one or two magicians could possess such formidable offensive capabilities. Although the magical power of the wind blade was completely absorbed by the "Chaotic Crystal Wall," a violent sensation of tearing once again descended upon Enleiko

As long as one completes the journey of the next seven days, they will reach the westernmost city of the Kingdom of Karaki, Kaladan. However, this also means being surrounded by enemies, so almost everyone hopes that this journey can be as long as possible

No one denies that the Kingdom of Kaorqi is the most powerful nation in the world. Its Holy Knight Order is the strongest among the three major knight orders on the continent, and its Gale Knight Order is equally renowned alongside the Unicorn Knight Order of the Montita Kingdom as the two major light-armored knight orders. The magical legion of the Kingdom of Kaorqi is invincible, serving as a strong foundation for its dominance over the continent

In fact, there is no need for any inspection, as the branches and leaves of those few trees are extremely sparse, making it impossible to conceal anyone. Moreover, the high temperature on the ground renders it impossible to lay an ambush underground, as anyone in such an environment would find it difficult to maintain any combat effectiveness

This is an army disguised as thieves, the regular army of the Kingdom of Kaoqi.

In the princess's carriage, the main members of the seven delegations sat together, while two knights once again recounted the intelligence they had gathered in front of the esteemed envoy

However, the enemies behind were different; if even one knight managed to escape with their life, the entire operation disguised as a robbery would be completely exposed. Therefore, they would not give up the pursuit until all the knights' heads were severed.

"Hmm? Qiao? Why are you asking these questions?" Jack retorted

Enleike and his companions led the horses, gradually retreating towards the woods in the rear. As long as they were not discovered by the bandits, there remained a possibility for their escape

From the direction where the smoke and dust are rising, Enlaike does not believe that the large troop behind has arrived. This is evidenced by both the timing and the direction. It is also unlikely to be the regular troops of the Ka'aoqi Kingdom, as the raised dust appears chaotic and mixed, not resembling a well-trained cavalry unit

Leaning against the gently warming hillside, he gazed at the bright starry sky. Enleike, while sipping from the jug of water handed to him by a knight, found himself lost in thought once again, experiencing that absurd feeling of wondering why the son of a grocery store owner was connected to these events.

At Jack's command, everyone mounted their horses together

When they retreated to the edge of the forest, the bandits still had not discovered them. Enleiko secretly rejoiced, just then, a sharp sound of wind sliced through the air. The knight at the outermost edge was immediately cleaved in two, and the two warhorses beside him were similarly severed, blood and entrails spilling out simultaneously

Under the influence of my father, I was originally a person with a very regular lifestyle. At this time every day, I would have gone to bed early to rest. How could I be like this now, without a fixed home and uncertain about tomorrow? What could be the reason for all of this?

In the forest, all the thieves became active, and shadows of people wielding weapons rushed in from all directions

Amidst the wishes of all the people, the knight turned and galloped away in another direction

He began to chant the newly learned incantation. This incantation was as exceedingly lengthy as that of the "Chaotic Crystal Wall," and it was composed of an unknown language

Now, the only hope is that night falls quickly

A group of people urged their horses to move quickly. Since they had replacement horses, they did not need to conserve the horses' stamina. While running, Enleike was unable to converse with anyone, as the wind and sand in the desert made speaking extremely difficult. Everyone could only lower their heads and ride their horses forward at a rapid pace

The knights drew their weapons, and Enleco began to prepare the only magic he knew how to use. Although Enleco originally did not want to use it again without fully understanding the magic, he realized that if he did not use it now, he might never have another chance to survive.

Moreover, Enleiko painted a magic circle on the breastplate of each knight. This was a phantasmagoric array he learned from Chris's spellbook, capable of creating illusions for moving objects. Although it lacks significant power, it can confuse enemies during combat

Indeed, since they intend to disguise themselves as a band of thieves, it indicates that they are not a legitimate force acting under the king's orders. They may be a private militia of the hardliners within the Kingdom of Ka'oqi. If we were to retreat to our own country, it would provide them with an excellent pretext, making war inevitable

Although Enleike could see nothing in the pitch-black night, he could clearly feel the immense trust of all the knights

The wizard flying in the air was immediately surrounded by several clouds of smoke. The wizard, resembling a headless fly, flitted about in the sky.

Finding a nearby campsite on the map, a group of people walked towards it, leading their horses. Only Enleike was treated with special consideration, insisting that he remain on horseback.

In reality, even the court magician serving as the personal protector of the king is merely a high-ranking magician. The number of magicians like the Grand Magician Pilt is extremely limited, and thus even the king cannot dispatch them at will, which illustrates the elevated status of magicians. Therefore, as a magician, Enleco is certainly treated differently by the knights.

Everyone turned to look at Qiao, who had remained silent throughout. Only Qiao appeared completely at ease, as if he were not the least bit anxious, as if this matter had nothing to do with him at all

After much contemplation, he explained: "The so-called four elemental magic refers to the magical skills that control the four primary elements that constitute the world: water, wind, earth, and fire. In addition to the magic that controls these four elements, there are also summoning techniques that harness the power of deities, light magic, and mental magic that only affects living beings. Furthermore, there are a few rare types of magic that can have effects on space.

Jack certainly understood why Enleiko asked this and explained: "Don't worry, we can squeeze it in, and this is what they insisted I bring. Thanks to you, we can preserve our lives, so we must take good care of you, our guardian."

Due to the presence of many knights of noble status within the Royal Knights of the Sophiean Kingdom, and considering that some noble families have a long-standing history, the Royal Knights place great emphasis on the education of the sense of honor among the knights in order to effectively command such an army. Each royal knight takes pride in their identity as a royal knight and never casually flaunts the illustrious history of their family

Enleike immediately realized that it was the monster Most who was speaking

There is a well in the campsite, and water is the guarantee of life in this vast desert. The weary horses are brought to the well to drink the precious water first. In this desert, the survival of the riders relies entirely on these loyal warhorses. It is the natural duty of every knight to show compassion towards these horses.

At this moment, Kate asked, "So, what about Enleiko? What will happen to those knights?"

However, he soon found his thoughts to be quite ridiculous; what else could Victor do, other than getting drunk and sleeping, or waking up and drinking? Unless something unexpected happened, he was surely drunk by now

Perhaps when we wake up tomorrow, everything will have an answer

A long time had passed when the magician finally opened his eyes

This mission was inherently not as easy as a pleasant outing in the countryside. In addition to the regular troops of the Kingdom of Kaoci, which were the most concerning, there were also various bands of robbers roaming the desert.

As Kate quietly prayed for Enleco, Enleco in the distance was also silently praying in his heart. He prayed that the horses would not tire; he prayed for the night to fall quickly; he prayed that the wizards would soon exhaust their magical powers; he prayed for the sandstorms that frequently appeared in the wilderness to manifest immediately

For the first time in his life, Enleike deeply hoped to possess enough power, a power that completely belonged to him.

Due to his outstanding diplomatic skills, Jerry served as the envoy in this mission, holding a position just below that of the two princes.

Gradually, the billowing smoke and dust drew ever closer. Soon, they arrived at the front of the campsite, and it seemed that the bandits had not noticed the knights hidden in the woods. Groups of three to five bandits approached the forest in a loose and scattered manner

Due to the vast area of this arc-shaped desert, it connects two great oceans at both ends and serves as the border for four countries. Therefore, all who wish to reach the Kingdom of Ka'oqi must traverse this wasteland, leading many outlaws to gather in this region. They have formed hundreds of various-sized bandit groups. Some of these groups are nomadic in nature, lacking a fixed territory. However, most have their own spheres of influence. Some of these groups are nomadic in nature, lacking a fixed territory. However, most have their own spheres of influence

After a knight was sent back to report, everyone entered the camp

However, Enleike finds this quite troublesome, as the most widely circulated narrative outside is about his greatest life mistake

For this barren wasteland, if it were not for its role as a natural barrier between the Kingdom of Sofien and the Kingdom of Kaoci, the Kingdom of Sofien could very well have ceded it to the Kingdom of Kaoci for diplomatic benefits. However, no one can guarantee that the Kingdom of Kaoci would not further invade the Kingdom of Sofien, which would lose its barrier

Then, the knight beside him said, "The rear team will likely find it difficult to reach there before nightfall."

However, there was one person who was quite concerned about his suggestion. The young prince said, "If the Kingdom of Kaoci has already mobilized its army, then this mission is of no significance; we should consider returning home"

In the distance, a knight can be seen riding back. After hearing the report from the vanguard knight, the team slowly set off.

However, he is the only one who thinks this way; almost everyone else is praying to escape from this terrifying land as soon as possible, and the great sorcerer Kobe Leo is the person they least want to see

"I do not wish to die, but I will not abandon my companions," Enleike said resolutely

After listening to the reports from the two knights, the princess turned to gaze at the old wizard beside her, whose head was full of white hair

Therefore, after careful consideration, Enleike decided to take the risk and give it a try

"Do you not know Joe's real name?" Jack asked again

They looked in the direction pointed out by Enlai Ke, and a tense yet melancholic expression appeared on each person's face

Enleco finds it somewhat difficult to accept this habit of Jack's; Jack always prefers to respond to others with a counter-question rather than answering questions directly. However, there is no other way; to obtain an answer from Jack, one must follow his line of thinking.

At Jack's command, the knights led their steeds to the lakeside to drink. Enleiko and Jack climbed up a solitary hill in the campsite and looked down from the highest point.

Enleike is quite fortunate (of course, if one can call his experiences luck). The wizards he knows are all of high rank. Among them, the lowest is the high-ranking wizard Belisa. Therefore, in Enleike's perception, wizards are truly quite ordinary.

Between the Kingdom of Sofien and the Kingdom of Kaoqi lies a vast expanse of desolate wasteland. This wasteland, known as the "Pasture of the Fire God," has long been the greatest point of contention between the two nations

Not only did the sandstorms that used to frequently attack not appear, but the sky also showed no signs of darkening. The wizards were equally energetic in their pursuit. In the absence of storms, they utilized the most energy-efficient Wind Wing technique.

From the very beginning of the journey, Enleike had been repeatedly indoctrinated with various dangers that might be encountered during the mission, along with strategies for coping with such dangers

In addition to being proficient in a sand manipulation magic, she only possesses another type of earth magic that she developed for the construction of her enormous laboratory, which she refers to as "Earthen Wall".

If they encounter thieves, it is entirely possible for them to escape. This is because thieves do not engage in meaningless actions. They will not expend effort chasing after prey that offers no reward.

So, what should we do now? Enlaike asked, after all, he was not a professional soldier. Six months ago, he was merely a small clerk doing odd jobs in his father's shop, never having imagined that one day he would be fighting alone on the battlefield

After the wind blade cleaved through the treetops, it scattered into dozens of smaller wind blades, wreaking havoc in the forest. Branches and leaves filled the air, swirling everywhere. The severed treetop plunged down, impaling a warhorse to the ground

"What is Mados? What is the Four Elemental Magic?" asked a burly, bearded robber beside him.

Only an army of a nation can possess a considerable number of magicians

For the time being, there seems to be no threat, so the wizard temporarily set his mind at ease and said: "This magic does not appear to belong to any of the four elemental magics I am familiar with."

I am just curious, all the knights hold a considerable respect for Joe, is it not entirely because of his noble status? Enleiko said

He asked Jack, "How much farther is it to the campsite?"

Stop, stop! a leader commanded

"Do you really want to wait for death? You are not a knight. There is no need to participate in this battle," Jack advised

Enleko, fleeing for his life, now felt that his body had exceeded its limits. The sharp pain throughout his body and the waves of numbness in his hands made it impossible for him to remain seated on the horse. Jack, beside him, tightly held onto Enleko's belt, preventing him from falling off the horse.

Enleike used the concealment techniques taught by Qiao to disguise the knights; if one is not careful, it is impossible to associate this cluster of bushes with a group of knights

The leader's words left the gathered wizards in a state of bewilderment

The temperature is rising increasingly, and the climate is becoming drier. It is now difficult to see large areas of forest along the road. The three hours spent walking under the scorching sun have become a test of endurance and physical strength

The prince involuntarily took a step back.

Clearly, every knight is well aware of Enleco and is quite familiar with the rumors surrounding him. Everyone wishes to mock Enleco a little. Therefore, shortly after his mission began, Enleco almost became good friends with all the knights

After a pause, he continued, "I heard that Madosh from Sofien is also here this time; this magic was most likely cast by him."

No one dares to pause; the wasteland is practically the courtyard of bandits. It is quite difficult to escape a group of bandits while on the wasteland.

Jack is a rather unpretentious young man, completely devoid of the mercenary qualities that Jerry often displays. If Kate is unavailable, Enleiko would inquire with Jack about the information he needs. Moreover, Jack is Enleiko's other training partner in martial arts, aside from Kate.

The one with whom he has the best relationship is the squire knight Jack, who is indeed Jerry's elder brother

Due to the prince's special status, no one spoke freely for the time being

Unlike other mercenaries, Enleike holds no status within the army as a mercenary. Therefore, regular troops have always looked down upon mercenaries and never show them any favor. Moreover, this is especially true for the proud Royal Knights.

It was also the first time in his life that Enlaike felt immense pressure, a sense of mission, and a sense of responsibility

Enleike felt quite embarrassed because he had always lived in a small town where everyone was relatively familiar with one another, sometimes like a family. Therefore, as long as they could address each other, surnames became somewhat unnecessary. As a result, he developed the habit of never paying attention to what others' surnames were

I did not expect Qiao to be so strong; he is actually a Paladin

The chief sorcerer of the Kingdom of Kaqi is the Grand Magus Kobe Liao. Many people say that he is not qualified to be called a Grand Magus. However, few doubt that he is the most powerful Grand Magus in the world. (Of course, Chris absolutely believes that Kobe Liao is merely a third-rate sorcerer, which, in a certain sense, is indeed not incorrect)

Enleike dared not think any further; at that moment, Jack approached, carrying two blankets in his hands

In any country, wizards are a rare and respected profession. Although there are indeed wizards who engage in wrongdoing and join thieves' guilds, such individuals are quite uncommon

The lush greenery gradually seeps up the hillside, and at the midpoint of the slope, one can see patches of grass and thickets everywhere. In this desolate wilderness, it is as if a bright pearl is adorned on a vast expanse of black cloth.

While the team at Enleike was desperately fleeing, two knights who had broken through had already encountered the large group behind them. After listening to their report, Joe ordered the entire team to halt

Most members of the Royal Knights are the offspring of nobility. Even those who are not of noble birth are children of well-educated high society figures, much like Jerry's brother. Therefore, they would not pay any attention to ordinary mercenaries.

It could be a type of smoke-related magic. The magician was also uncertain; all four elemental magics include smoke-related spells, but their effects are not as pronounced as the magic before us

It was evident that his words provoked a strong aversion among many. Kate shot him a fierce glare. Jerry also realized that it was highly inappropriate to say such a thing at that moment, and he recoiled slightly.

He once inquired about this from other knights, from whom Enleiko gained a further understanding of Joe

He asked, "Jack, are you aware of what happened with Joe?"

But how could he know that we were going to attack them? Moreover, it was clearly a chance encounter just now, not like an ambush against us. Furthermore, if he didn't want to protect those knights, he should have been able to escape.

If only I could use other magic, Enleco kept muttering to himself. Since the last time he used this magic, Enleco had tried countless times to use various different spells, but although he could clearly feel the flow of magical energy, he still could not perform any simple magic.

Although the prince held a high status, he did not dare to refute the elderly man before him

This is the third day since leaving the Kingdom of Sofien. Three days ago, they departed from their homeland and stepped into this foreign territory

On this diplomatic mission, in order to ensure the safety of the two royal family members, the king has allocated the strongest first battalion from the most elite royal knight order to protect the two esteemed ambassadors. Haomeng serves as the deputy commander of the escort team, while the commander is none other than Enleike's direct superior, Qiao

He recited the lengthy incantation while gesturing, signaling Jack to mount and prepare for the breakout

As the sun gradually set, the wind grew stronger. When they arrived at the campsite, everyone was covered in a thick layer of dust

At the command of "Charge!", Jack led the charge out of the woods

Alright, since there are enemies ahead, let us circumvent them! Kate, select a few who can fly to scout ahead. This is a significant responsibility, so be sure not to let those rascals discover us. Haomeng, you will lead the team; we must travel overnight to reach Karadan as soon as possible. You need to replan the route, ensuring that we can resupply water along the way, avoid encounters with those guys, and minimize stops at campsites. By the way, Princess and Prince, shouldn't you two get down and stretch a bit? Sitting in the carriage all the time is not good for your health. Haomeng, prepare two warhorses for them; we will leave these two carriages here.

It seems that we can only find a way to notify our team. Jack turned around and ordered the two knights to prepare the horses for a breakout. Then he said to Enleko: You should also return with them

They gathered their magical power, preparing to carry out an effective slaughter once the prey dashed out of the woods. The fierce bandits on the ground were drawing closer and closer. Some had even mounted their horses, ready to encircle. If they were not afraid of being accidentally harmed by those wizards from https://www.hetushu.com, they would have charged in long ago

Seeing everyone waiting for his decision, Qiao adjusted his expression

It is well known that to obtain the title of Magus, one must master the four elemental magics. Almost all magi and high-ranking archmages are proficient in the four elemental magics, with the exceptions of only Chris and Kobe Leo.

If a type of summoning technique were that easy to learn, there wouldn't be so few summoners. You may not know that Madosh was originally a great sorcerer; in order to learn the art of necromancy, he gave up all his talents and achievements. Ordinary magicians have no possibility of communicating with deities.

Chris is proficient in the magic of the three elements: fire, water, and wind; however, she is unable to master earth magic. Considering her personality, it is indeed quite contrary to the solid and stable nature of earth magic

However, now that the enemy has such a powerful magician in their ranks, it is necessary for those around to have a better understanding of magical knowledge

He gently spread a blanket on the ground. Then he carefully placed Enleike on top of it and cautiously covered him with another blanket.

The remaining individuals each led two horses, always prepared to break through

Moreover, the strange smoke and dust in the sky were gradually drifting towards their direction. Soon, the foremost cavalry unit encountered it head-on, enveloped by countless thick clouds of smoke, accompanied by a continuous chorus of neighing horses and cries for help.

The cavalry unit faced outward around the edge of the forest, forming a protective circle. Among them, a guard composed of monks and wizards cast a barrier that enveloped the entire forest. Several wizards flew to the upper part of the forest, while Joe commanded six mercenaries to climb to the treetops for vigilance

At this moment, there were no more wind blades striking down from the sky. Perhaps those magicians deemed it not worth using magic to cut down trees

Enleiko was fortunate that Jack was a rather clever knight; he immediately understood Enleiko's meaning, and all the knights mounted their horses in preparation

The two knights behind turned and mounted their horses

Dozens of blades of wind sliced through the air towards the knight's squad, cleaving through all obstacles in their path, and a small grove was almost entirely flattened

He turned around and looked at Enlaike, continuing, "You probably don't even know my surname up to this point!"

The magician actually harbored a considerable disdain for these bandits; had it not been for his master's firm insistence on close cooperation with these scoundrels, he would have had no desire to engage with such ignorant individuals regarding magic

Moreover, due to the honor of the knight, Enleco's companions resolutely refused to turn back and reunite with the main force. Just thinking about that knight who voluntarily left the group and walked alone in another direction, Enleco could roughly understand what they were thinking.

Enleike looked at Jack and shook his head, saying: "I will not leave; having a magician here is undoubtedly much better."

Enleco issued a warning call, and with the call, Jack and several knights ran up the hill

Jack sat down next to Enleike and said, "It seems you have not been paying much attention to other people's surnames."

Hehe, it seems we are quite lucky. According to the original plan, if we had attacked that escort team, even if we had succeeded, it would likely have been of no use, as the Sofien people are indeed quite cunning. I never expected that now Lady Luck would actually smile upon us, and that we would encounter them in this vast desert.

Looking into Kate's anxious eyes, Joe patted his shoulder and said, "Don't worry, if they can escape from those guys once, they can escape a second time, a third time. If you don't have any practical way to help them right now, at least you can pray for them."

Enleike looked up. Two wizards were flying in the sky

"Highly skilled, truly highly skilled, disguising the prince as an ordinary knight, sneaking in with a small team, leaving a decoy team behind, waiting for us to fall for it, highly skilled, truly highly skilled," the leader said, nodding repeatedly.

It seems that this is not a genuine group of thieves, Jack expressed his opinion

"I know. Green, so what?" Enleiko replied

Relying entirely on oneself? Enlaike never imagined that he would have the ability to help others, let alone assist these brave and formidable knights

Clearly, that old wizard is someone who does not like to answer the same question repeatedly; he tightly closed his eyes

The carriage of the princess and the prince entered the woods under the protection of numerous knights

It seems they are not a band of thieves, " Hao Meng analyzed, " A band of thieves could never have that many magicians.

"It seems to be a band of thieves," Jack expressed his opinion, which was completely in line with what Enleiko had in mind

We should hurry to that location and then send someone back to report, so that those behind can speed up.

Due to the previous loss of three warhorses, a knight gradually fell behind. When Jack suggested that he exchange his warhorse, the knight refused and decided to flee in another direction. Everyone knew that this was essentially a proposal equivalent to suicide. However, there was truly no other option.

Enleiko had no idea what this incantation meant; he only knew that the last line referred to the name of this magic—"Dark Banner"

However, Enleiko is different; he holds the status of a magician. In the Kingdom of Sofien, although knights and magicians are nominally of equal standing, the scarcity of magicians means that they are far more valued than knights.

Enleike and the other knights ran down the slope together, where four horses were already prepared

The position of the captain of the Royal Knights is no less than that of Kate's father—the deputy city guard of New Naka City.

Jack roughly estimated, saying: "If I am not mistaken, we have already covered two-thirds of the distance"

The pursuers came to a halt

Enleike suddenly remembered that he wanted to ask Jack something

Will their trust in themselves lead them to death? If only they truly had the strength to help themselves

"Could it be that he is a disciple of someone named Madosh? If there is a magician with such power, he would not venture out alone with just a few knights. From their demeanor, they appear to be a reconnaissance advance team," the leader inquired.

The sun gradually tilted towards the west, and its heat was no longer as intense as before. However, the temperature on the ground showed no signs of decreasing. Under such high temperatures, the galloping warhorses soon began to tire. Therefore, when some horses started to lag behind the troop, Jack ordered a change of horses.

The ambitions of the Kingdom of Ka'oqi have always been a source of concern for all the nations on the continent

The magician closed his eyes, and with his withered hands, he slowly raised them to his chest, forming a spherical shape. Between his lips, he slowly released a series of mysterious notes, which were slow and prolonged, with a low and muffled tone. The narrow space was filled with a tense atmosphere, as the others waited quietly.

But now, we must find a way to get out. There is still https://www.hetushu.com. Are you confident you can compete with that Mados?

After much difficulty, I finally saw a patch of woods; in reality, it was merely a small grove consisting of a sparse few dozen trees. However, amidst the vast desert, this was already an exceedingly rare sight

Due to having sufficient mental preparation, Enleike did not faint this time. Perhaps he had gradually adapted to this pain, as Enleike was surprisingly able to continue riding on the horse. Of course, Jack and another knight were tightly flanking him on the left and right, which was also one of the reasons he could sit steadily on the horse to prevent him from falling off.

The pursuing soldiers behind, upon seeing a multitude of wizards suddenly fall down together, were equally thrown into a state of panic

Upon contemplating this issue, Enleike could not help but think of another teacher of his, Her Highness Princess Chris. Ah, if it were not for Her Highness, how would he have become entangled in this matter?

Indeed, that voice continued, "I have a very suitable magic that is just right for your current situation"

Seeing the princess's eyes filled with doubt, he reassured her: "Do not worry, in that eternal land of darkness, only two knights rest there forever. The other knights still exist in this world, but those two knights lost their lives to magic. The soul of one of those knights has informed me that there are dozens of sorcerers among the enemies. However, our young sorcerer is using his magical powers to protect the lives of most of the knights"

In the inner defensive circle near the princess's carriage, Enleike found Jack, who was about to go out on patrol

However, in the view of Enleike, they have hardly any similarities at all

This sense of trust felt like a tremendous pressure, leaving Enlaike momentarily powerless.

Looking around, several leaders seemed to understand (of course, he would not concern himself with those clearly simple-minded bandits), and continued: "Most wizards are proficient in the four elemental magics, and I am one of them. Light magic can only be used by clerics, while the casting of spatial magic relies on the assistance of magic circles. The only magic that possesses such power is the summoning magic, but wizards who are skilled in summoning magic are quite rare. To my knowledge, only our nation's high priest and Madosh of Sofien are capable of it. Particularly Madosh, who studies the power of the nearly forbidden underworld deity, Lakdasklanis, which is the most powerful among all summoning magics. In my opinion, among the front ranks, the protected wizard must be Madosh."

Having finished speaking, Jack stood up and walked down the hillside. Enleiko observed a rather dejected figure in him.

Enleike dismounted from the horse. Looking at the sky, he estimated that the main force should have already set out by this time

As far as the eye can see, the distant gray sky appears to be engulfed in countless clouds of dust, resembling thousands of shadowy figures dancing wildly in the air

However, perhaps due to the fact that he made a pact with the devil, none of his prayers were answered.

"No way, I have never heard of Madoshi taking any disciples. Those who study summoning magic cannot use any other type of magic throughout their lives. Therefore, without a special reason, no one would be willing to learn such magic. Moreover, Madoshi studies the necromancy, which is considered the most forbidden among all summoning arts. Madoshi himself only practiced this magic due to special circumstances, and it is said that he swore never to pass this magic on to others," the wizard denied.

"There are actually so many magicians?" said the knight beside him

Regarding Joe's identity as the emperor's uncle, both the princess and the prince show utmost respect (of course, gossiping behind his back is inevitable). The other knights also hold Joe's opinions in high regard, and on this point, Enleike has always suspected that Joe is far from an ordinary person

Having spoken, Jack turned and walked towards his team. After taking two steps, he suddenly turned back and shouted, "It's all up to you."

Under such circumstances, these wizards could continue flying for most of the day. In contrast, Enleike and his companions' mounts were beginning to show signs of fatigue

This is indeed very likely, as the God of the Underworld is originally the deity who governs death, and the sorcerer who commands the 'Netherworld Steed' can escape faster than flying, the sorcerer muttered to himself

Indeed, if it were a band of thieves, it would be absolutely impossible to have such a large number of wizards.

The magician pondered deeply on how to express these concepts in a simpler and clearer manner, as it is truly hard to imagine that these rough individuals, skilled in the art of weaponry, would possess a strong understanding of magic

Soon, one by one, the wizards stumbled and fell to the ground. Most of them were quite unfortunate, miscalculating their landing speed and plunging headfirst into the mud. Even though one or two wizards managed to land successfully on the wasteland, it was evident from their appearance that they were not unscathed.

The scattered stars filled the sky, and under the faint moonlight, the knights finally found the campsite

However, Kobe Li Ao Bi Ke Li Si is even more extraordinary; he can only wield fire and wind magic. Moreover, when it comes to the other two types of magic, he cannot even perform the most basic spells.

Gazing at the starry sky, Enlai Ke was lost in thought

Therefore, hereditary status and noble background cannot earn the respect of royal knights. Enleiko has always found it strange that Joe is so well accepted by the knights

He suddenly stood up; this was certainly not the sandstorm that frequently occurs in the desert, but rather a cavalry unit galloping towards here.

This desert spans a considerable area, encircling the southwestern part of the Ka'oqi Kingdom all the way to the east. It serves as a vast moat guarding the Ka'oqi Kingdom.

Enleco is very eager to meet this illustrious wizard. Of course, it would be even more perfect if he could witness that forbidden spell.

In the team, the light cavalry squad serving as the vanguard quickly went over to inspect

"It is impossible for everyone to escape; someone must hold them back." With that, Jack dashed down the slope.

What is going on?" the leader turned to ask a middle-aged wizard in a bright red robe behind him

At the suggestion of Enleco, a knight was replaced by Enleco. Jack led a patrol team of ten towards the next campsite marked on the map. They aimed to reach there before sunset and conduct preliminary reconnaissance of the area.

"What about you?" Enlaike asked

After a while, the wizard, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly sat up straight. His fully opened eyes were sharp and profound, filled with an overwhelming sense of pressure

Qiao turned his head and glanced at Kate, saying, "Such a vast open space, could they possibly have no place to escape?"

Enleco had long known that Qiao's original name was Green. However, for Enleco, who was completely unaware of noble lineages, this was merely an abstract term

"If we say it is Madoshi, then what is he doing there? As a magician, he should have the ability to escape on his own. So why doesn't he abandon those knights and save himself? It can't be that he thinks his magic is so profound that he wants to deal with all of us by himself. If he were a great magician like Kobe Leo, it would indeed be possible for him to do so," the leader said, filled with doubt.