Only Wisdom Awakened - Chapter 229

Chapter 229: Bow
“…Mr. Richter”

None of the people inside that room could comprehend what was happening…

Ava, who had already begun worrying about a confrontation with the Mitchell family, could finally take a breath of relief, but her curiosity was burning her from the inside…

‘Why is she greetings Hans?

Is there something I don’t know about him?

Is there something I should know about him?’

And at the same time, Garrison was also having the same doubts, while Caleb simply thought Hans had picked up a girlfriend.

But out of everyone inside that room, the one who received the greatest shock was the third defense team leader.

“I can presume she has done something that offended you, but may I ask you to let her be? We don’t want to create friction between America and other foreign countries, and that lady you are holding under your grasp happens to be the guild leader of one of the few guilds we have a positive relationship with.”

Hans watched the woman crushed to the ground.

She was gasping for air, as the pressure made it difficult for her weak body to breathe.

‘What a disgraceful mage, none of her stats apart from wisdom are higher than 20… I mean, I get that how the stats distribution is not your choice, but you should’ve compensated with some items at least… instead look at hers…

Hans used his mystic insight:

[great jewel bracelet] Common (peak)

[blue tear necklace] Rare(low)

[equity ring] Rare(low)

[nature’s crown ring] Rare (mid)

Every single one of her items was magic-oriented, just raising her wisdom, without touching any of the other stats.

‘The reason why I only raise my wisdom with items is that I’ll benefit the most from raising it, otherwise, someone who puts everything into wisdom is just a fool… especially if they go around alone searching for trouble.

The moment her mana lost against mine, controlling her became as easy as controlling a normal person.’

He planned on releasing the woman anyway, he never intended to kill anyone, however, he wanted to make things clear in front of everyone, so he decided to ask a question first:

“Is that a request or an order?”

He said, showing his usual expression, unbothered and fearless.

And the people inside that room watched him as if they were witnessing someone with a death wish.

But surprising them all were the words that came out of Chloe’s mouth:

“Of course…

It’s a request, if you don’t want to do it then we’ll have to cut ties with the white sea guild, but you will have to handle the aftermath.”

Her attitude of extreme politeness when talking to Hans confused everyone…

She was known for being an extremely annoying person to deal with, always on the offense and uncaring about the other person’s status.

The only person she had ever shown respect for was… her uncle.

But if so, then why was she bowing her head and asking for a favor? Why was she trying to please Hans?…

The truth was… she didn’t even know it herself.

A couple of weeks prior…

Chloe was waiting inside an elevator for the doors to open.

As she stood still, her face was troubled, something was on her mind, but she couldn’t find an answer to it…

‘Is there really no other way?… Does Master… really need to die?’

The metal doors moved aside, and she walked out of the lift with her head lowered, she walked a few meters and then opened yet another door.

Before entering the room, she raised her shoulders, fixed her posture, and changed that gloomy expression on her face into a relaxed and normal one.

She took a few steps inside the dark room and spotted a man between the white sheets of a bed to her left.

It was almost difficult to see him, with his white hair and pale skin hiding below his white clothes and sheets.

Like when watching a cat in the night, the only thing she could see clearly were his green eyes, standing out amongst the shadow.

They weren’t fully opened, only slightly, since the fatigued man couldn’t stand the sight of light.

“Uncle…”

She muttered.

“It’s good to see you, Chloe”

A deep and calm voice replied.

“How is it?”

She asked, even if reluctant to know the truth.

“It’s… not good.”

“How much?”

“Maybe… four months”

As she heard that, her eyes were once again enveloped by gloom and darkness.

“Please, do not think about anything useless, you only have one job… that man, bring him here when it’s time”

“Why?!”

She asked agitated.

“Because he’s the only one who might be able to do it…”

“Is there really a need to?!”

“Chloe… we talked about it”

“So what?! Is there really a need for you to d-”

“Chloe!”

The voice got louder and deeper, making the girl freeze.

“I… I am sorry, it was never my intention to-”

“Forget it, I know it well”

“Don’t think about anything, he is one of the only three people in the world who might be able to save us from this catastrophe, you have to comply with whatever he says, even if it means bowing your head”

“What?!”

“Chloe, please… can you do me this favor?”

“I will… do as you say”

The girl’s fist, which was previously tightened, became relaxed, as her sadness overwhelmed her anger.

“If we really have to do it then… is there any better option? I hate to admit it but… I don’t like leaving everything in that guy’s hands.”

“Why? Because he’s younger than you?”

Elijah’s words had hit the bullseye and this embarrassed Chloe.

“I simply don’t think… that anyone below my age would have had enough time to grow strong enough to stop you”

“If it’s him… he could probably do it”

Even though she didn’t want to admit it, the girl also thought the same…

‘The first time I met him… he didn’t seem like much.

His presence was the same as that of any other medium-ranked mage, and the way he talked made him seem arrogant.

Then, he threw that tantrum… the mana I felt that day wasn’t anything I had ever felt before, almost as if he were capable of taking me on, even though I was already an S-rank.

And then… when he came here a couple of months ago…

I barely noticed him when he came out of the association.

I wanted to ask him what his purpose was in coming here but… I suddenly realized something was off…

I couldn’t feel his presence.

In just a little more than half a year, he had become someone on par with me, so how much could he have grown since then?’

“But still… you said he’s one of the three who could take you down… how about we ask the association leader instead?”

“Uh? What for?”

“To ask him for help.

I heard he has just recently broken through the SSS rank, even though nothing’s been confirmed yet”

“Chloe… do you really think… an SSS rank would be enough to stop me?”

…

‘Those are… some terrifying words’

She thought to herself.

“The only three people who might be able to defeat me alone are beyond the eyes of the people…

First is Hans, the only realistic option we have…

Second, is the Crymson Tyranny leader… but it’s better for this world if we don’t bother that beast…

And third… that woman who came to me, if it’s her… she might find a way to kill me.”

“I see… so there’s no other way”

“Mh… you must get Hans here when it’s time and next time he shows up in New York tell him I need to talk to him… I will give him a little update.”

…

Back to the matter at hand, everyone inside that room who had taken a stand against Hans was burning enveloped in the flames of regret…

‘If she has come here to greet me it probably means she needs something… otherwise, she wouldn’t have publicly bowed her head…

In that case, I might use her dear uncle’s fame a little more, I’ll be going through so much trouble to help in taking down Elijah…

After finding out I have a relationship with Elijah… maybe these fools will start to see me as a man, and not a young boy anymore…

“It’s good to see you, has Elijah sent you to look for me again?”

‘W… W-What the hell is he saying?!

Elijah… looking for him… Chloe knows him, Elijah knows him… what is their relationship?… What have I gotten myself into? If by any chance they are friends then… have I just threatened him of bringing here his friend?

If that were the case… I truly made a fool out of myself in front of all these people…

What… will happen to me now?’

These were the thoughts of the third defense team leader, but just as he was, many other people were shocked to find out about Hans’s ties with Elijah.