Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 113

Chapter 113: Chapter113-Drinking
While everyone was discussing, Owen encountered Edward hastily catching up from behind on the way back to the Duke’s mansion.

At this moment, Edward’s face was full of excitement. His hands were stained with ink, slightly blackened, and his right hand still vaguely maintained a pen-holding posture, trembling slightly as if he had just written too much and hadn’t recovered yet.

Upon seeing Owen, he formally wiped his monocle with his sleeve, placed it over his right eye, and gave Owen a very gentlemanly and grateful bow.

“Congratulations, Mr. Owen, on eliminating the diamond-tier veteran powerhouse Otto. Your name will henceforth shine in the hearts of everyone on the continent!”

“Congratulations, Mr. Owen, for becoming renowned throughout the world!”

Previously, although Owen had attracted the attention of many factions as a genius, it was merely attention, and they did not take him that seriously.

But now, Otto, a mage nearing the master-tier, had been killed by him in public.

Owen’s significance was no longer merely as an unprecedented prodigy but as a force comparable to a master-tier mage!

Therefore, even Edward, as a historical recorder specially appointed by Academy City, dared not show a hint of disrespect toward Owen.

Moreover, it was thanks to Owen that his status in Academy City had been elevated, and because of Owen, he experienced a piece of history that would undoubtedly be discussed by future generations!

For every historical recorder, this was absolute bliss!

Of course, the most important point was that information and records about Owen had sold out!

All the major factions, kingdoms, and countless mages were increasingly curious about Owen, and through selling this information, he had made a fortune!

Seeing Edward’s respectful demeanor, Owen was somewhat surprised.

Edward wasn’t someone who liked to curry favor, possessing the pride of being a recorder from Academy City.

Besides, he had heard that Edward had been promoted and was now a historical recorder.

Although it was just the addition of two words, it was a recognition of Edward.

He was no longer responsible for the daily recording and dissemination of information but was now in charge of the more grand and important task of recording history!

Although interesting and strange things happen on the continent every day, how many of these will be recorded in history and passed down through millennia?

As far as Owen knew, historical recorders were only responsible for the truth of history.

They reported history exactly as it was.

They never embellished the deeds of emperors, nor did they deliberately distort or belittle the facts.

They were a group of strong-willed individuals.

Even the most renowned emperors couldn’t make them bow or submit!

So why was he showing such respect to Owen?

Owen was a bit puzzled. Although he was indeed an unprecedented prodigy, there was no need for this level of deference.

Sensing Owen’s surprise, Edward smiled and said:

“These past days, Mr. Owen, you have provided me with a wealth of material, bringing me significant attention in Academy City. I owe much of my current standing to your help, and I had not yet had the opportunity to thank you in person.”

Hearing this, Owen understood.

No wonder he had felt curious eyes on him wherever he went recently; it seemed it had much to do with Academy City and Edward’s influence.

Owen didn’t mind this much. When he wasn’t strong enough, he always tried to stay low-key and grow quietly.

Now that he had acquired some power to protect himself, whether he remained low-key was no longer a concern.

“I didn’t do much to help; there’s no need to thank me, Mr. Edward.”

Owen responded with a simple bow. Regardless, Edward represented Academy City, and his goodwill was beneficial for Owen.

After all, Academy City’s network spanned the continent, as did its intelligence network.

Is there any dynasty’s prodigy who wasn’t once a student of the Academy?

So, after some thought, he said, “If there’s anything you need my cooperation with in the future, I’ll certainly do my best to assist.”

Edward nodded excitedly; Owen was now a living legend!

However, after a brief moment of excitement, Edward seemed to remember something, and his smile faded considerably.

“Master Owen, I came to find you because Academy City just sent a message. The Fallen Angel clan has issued an order to hunt you down. Nine Fallen Angels are already on their way to the capital.”

As he spoke, Edward’s expression grew much more serious. “You might want to find a place to hide for a while.”

The power of the Fallen Angels was feared by all major factions. With nine Fallen Angels on the move, it was a total kill mission!

Owen couldn’t afford to get into trouble now.

Faced with this news, Owen wasn’t particularly surprised.

That’s just how the Fallen Angels were; provoking one meant provoking them all.

Although the Fallen Angels were formidable, he didn’t want to hide.

He couldn’t hide forever, and besides, he had killed Fallen Angels before, even if dealing with nine of them would indeed be troublesome.

Seeing Owen’s calm demeanor, seemingly unfazed by the news, Edward quickly added:

“Mr. Owen, these nine Fallen Angels are diamond-tier beings! Although you have the capability to fight a diamond-tier mage, nine Fallen Angels working together is too terrifying!”

“Moreover, as far as I know, legendary creatures possess extremely powerful bloodline suppression. They can crush and kill lower creatures just by exerting their aura!”

Owen nodded and said, “Thank you for this information. I understand. You can go back now.”

With that, he continued on to the Duke’s mansion.

Seeing Owen’s calm demeanor, Edward felt some of his urgency ease. After all, Owen had created many miracles, and while nine Fallen Angels were terrifying, maybe Owen had a way to deal with them?

Perhaps he was worrying unnecessarily.

…

Leaving Edward, Owen soon returned to his room.

Then he eagerly opened the incubator to check on Seraphina’s condition.

With the help of the many beast cores fed to it by Owen, the snake egg’s incubation was progressing well.

The eggshell was becoming semi-transparent, with a jade-like color, and inside, a small snake could be seen hatching.

If it were an ordinary Seraphina, it would have hatched by now.

However, due to Owen continually feeding it beast cores, Seraphina instinctively absorbed and refined them to nurture its body.

Although the incubation speed slowed, its core bone and potential were growing even better.

In fact, while looking at the egg, Owen felt a sense of oppression he had never experienced before.

This feeling reminded him of the bloodline suppression Edward mentioned.

Seraphina’s father was likely a prince of the corevore serpent clan.

The corevore serpent is a unique spellbeast that can infinitely grow by devouring spellbeast cores.

It is considered a legendary mythical creature, though its bloodline is too thin to fully recreate its ancient glory.

But now, Seraphina’s core bone was evolving and growing in the direction of the corevore serpent…

While Owen pondered the bloodline suppression, Charlotte suddenly came to the door and softly said:

“Mr. Owen, the lady has returned to the courtyard and is waiting for you there…”

“Oh, I see.” Owen snapped back to reality, thinking of Leslie’s increasingly cold yet noble face and her earlier mention of cooperation. He couldn’t help but smile slightly, then put away the incubator and left the room.