The Golem Mage - Chapter 544

Chapter 544: Damage.

Chapter 544: Damage.

€œYoung lady Selene, I am but a humble mercenary unworthy of your attention, my services were hired to kidnap both Alec and Pale without any disturbances, but little did I anticipate the sensitivity and perceptiveness of the little mages under you,€ the skeleton masked figure confessed.

€œThe moment our harmless group of mercenaries entered, we were immediately attacked, we had no choice but to defend ourselves,€ he continued, causing both Selene and Alec to be taken aback by his smooth and eloquent words.

If Alec hadn€™t been present during the incident, he might have questioned the truth of what occurred, that€™s how convincing the skeleton masked figure portrayed himself.

€œHumph!

Don€™t you dare use your disgusting abilities against me!

Who do you think you are, calling yourselves mercenaries?, You Dark Guild mages are the ones I despise the most, it seems like your group only assumes the title of €˜mercenaries€™ when things aren€™t going your way,€ Selene retorted, with the skeleton masked figure playful demeanour quickly fading.

€œWell, you already know who I am, regardless, both Pale and Alec are invaluable to my client, and I have received a substantial payment, guaranteeing their delivery,€ stated the skeleton masked figure confidently.

€œI€™d love to see you try,€ Selene challenged as she assumed a defensive stance.

The water bubbles surrounding her moved in sync with her every motion, and her palms radiated a captivating blue water-like energy.

€œYou arrogant brats!€ exclaimed one of the Tier 6 Enforcers from the Ancient Zero Clan, growing fed up with being overlooked by Selene and the skeleton masked figure, despite their holding of Pale captive.

He felt they deserved a higher ranking in the situation, but Selene and the masked figure made them feel utterly insignificant.

Feeling his pride as a Tier 6 Mage being insulted, he charged towards the skeleton masked figure, intentionally avoiding Selene due to her unknown strength.

Their mission was clear: take Pale, eliminate Alec, and minimize conflict with the coordinator, any interference from the other students should result in their demise.

However, his attack wasn€™t solely driven by the need to avoid Selene.

He believed that the Dark Guild€™s involvement was the reason for their mission becoming chaotic, it was frustrating for him to see that the dark guild had not only been exposed during their infiltration but had also caused disruptions during the zero clan enforcers attempt to secure Pale, ultimately wasting their time and leading to Selene confronting them before their escape.

€œIdiot!

While we both may be Tier 6 mages, we are not on the same level,€ the masked figure retorted, glancing at the mid-ranked enforcer who clenched his fist, launching a barrage of ice swords towards him.

[> Low Tier Spell €“ Spectral Strike <]
Reacting swiftly, the skeleton masked figure cast his own spell, causing the blade he held to radiate a vibrant green light, witnessing the impending attack, Alec swiftly drew his own blade in response.

Although they stood together, blocking the retreat path of the Zero Clan enforcers, it didn€™t mean they were allies.

The Dark Guild was attempting to kidnap him, and his abhorrence for them had grown immeasurable, as the guild embraced the most despicable tasks, caring little for the harm caused as long as they achieved their own gains.

Alec vividly remembered their involvement in the incident with the Third Elder, solidifying his unyielding distrust towards any member of the Dark Guild.

As Alec observed the glowing great sword, he anticipated a slashing attack.

However, something unexpected transpired €“ the masked figure plunged his sword swiftly into the ground, astonishingly, Alec noticed how effortlessly the sword penetrated the earth€™s surface.

As if the ground had willingly made way, the masked figure€™s sword effortlessly tunnelled through the earth.

In the blink of an eye, a large green glowing sword emerged from underneath the ground, piercing the chest of the enforcer who had been charging towards him.

The enforcer€™s eyes bulged in shock as his life was abruptly extinguished, the masked figure retracted his sword from the ground, and the massive glowing blade vanished, leaving behind a lifeless body on the ground.

Alec, awestruck by the astonishing display, felt a chill run down his spine.

The hairs on his body stood on end as he gazed in disbelief at the skeleton masked figure before him, the playful demeanour that had characterized his earlier conversation had evaporated, revealing a monstrous genius.

Killing someone of the same realm using only a Low Tier Spell demonstrated that the masked figure€™s capabilities far surpassed any expectations, he was undeniably on a completely different level.

€œIt€™s been fifteen minutes, retreat!€ boomed the voice of a High Rank enforcer, reverberating through the living room.

Selene and the skeleton masked figure reacted instantly, their expressions changing, the powerful aura emanating from the voice made it apparent that the speaker was a Tier 7 Mage, a rank that stood above both Selene and the masked figure even if they couldn€™t see him.

Upon hearing the command, the remaining Mid Tier enforcers ceased their fighting and swiftly began removing the bodies of their fallen comrades from the building, disappearing from sight.

The two Tier 6 enforcers who remained attempted to carry Pale€™s body and make their escape.

However, they were met with a water blade materializing beneath their necks, and a dark smoke emitted from the black crow, enveloping them.

€œTake even one more step with him, and I promise you won€™t leave this building with your head intact!€ Selene threatened, her voice compelling fear to grip the enforcers from the Zero Clan.

Never before had they felt such humiliation, but they realized that Selene was not joking.

Though she manipulated water element, one of the most fluid elements, known to them, but the water blade she conjured appeared even sharper than most spirit equipment weapons they had witnessed.

The skeleton masked figure smiled, a renewed interest gleaming in his eyes as he looked at Selene.

He couldn€™t fathom the conviction she possessed, placing her fate against a Tier 7 Mage, it seemed she was willing to stand her ground, even if it meant going up against someone of that power.

€œLittle one, you must understand this is a family matter, give me face and let them go,€ the commanding voice of the High Rank enforcer resounded once again.

€œNo!€ Selene retorted fiercely.

€œHe was entrusted to my care by the Dean of War God Academy, if I lose him here, I will never be able to explain myself, the only way you will have him is if you kill me.€
Selene wasn€™t entirely sure why the Tier 7 Mage had yet to attack, but she sensed that he was running out of time to have ordered a retreat.

She believed his hesitation indicated he was cautious of something.

As seconds ticked by, Selene grew more certain that he wouldn€™t launch an assault, The Tier 7 Mage€™s patience persisted.

Finally, after about ten more seconds, and with Selene still refusing to release her control on Pale€™s unconscious body, the High Rank enforcer was forced to give another command to let him go.

Reluctantly, the enforcers swiftly released Pale, and the water blade along with the black fog that had been hindering their movement dissipated, just like that, they escaped from the building.

With their departure, Selene turned her attention to the skeleton masked figure, who had regrouped with his team.

€œHope we meet again, but you won€™t be so lucky next time,€ the skeleton masked figure taunted, gesturing with a wave of his hand.

And a green light flashed, as he vanished along with the rest of his group.

The entire team, now left to catch their breath, surveyed the aftermath of the devastating encounter, what was once their beautiful room now lay in ruins, a testament to the fierce battle that had taken place.

Many of them bore injuries, reminding them of the intense struggle they had just endured.

All of this transpired with few hours left before the commencement of the second round of the inter-academy competition.