"Rules are dead, people are alive," someone frowned. "Like some people, they are just not suitable."

"The four great Wizard Organizations have rather strict requirements for members. A level-four Wizard Talent is simply not wanted by them. Even if one goes, they have to explore and cultivate on their own, which is purely a waste of a spot."

"Shut up!" Marian slammed the table and stood up, her voice cold. "My tutor sacrificed his own life to open the Star Gate, creating opportunities for you. Now, he has just passed away, and you want to change the decisions he made. I will absolutely not allow this!"

Everyone's expressions stiffened, and they lowered their heads one after another.

At this moment, Marian was like a powder keg ready to ignite. No one wanted to provoke her.

However, with only so many spots available, it was inevitable that people would scheme for them.

If Adolf were still here, he might have been able to suppress the others, but the enraged Marian certainly couldn't.

「Nighttime.」

The air was like flowing water, creating ripples.

Shadows emerged from it, carefully surveying their surroundings as they converged in a secluded area.

"You have the target for this mission. The Special Operations Division performed a divination in advance and listed the corresponding plan," a middle-aged man with a grim face scanned the crowd and spoke in a muffled voice.

"Remember! The actions you take today are for the great Father God. You must complete the mission at all costs."

"At all costs!"

"Everything will return to the flames!"

"Everything will return to the flames!" The people there knelt, shouting in unison, their eyes ablaze with fervor.

"Go!" The middle-aged man waved. "You have only half a day to harvest the lives of your enemies and please the Father God. Once time is up, the Swamp Alliance will discover you."

"Yes!"

The group of people nodded and dispersed quietly.

「Shortly after.」

「Somewhere in Black Swamp.」

Two arcs of Fierce Flame sliced through a person's throat and abdomen, severing the target into three parts before the assailant silently left.

「On an island.」

Several people gathered sensed something and looked down at their feet, their eyes widening in shock.

"Not good!"

BOOM!

A violent explosion shattered the house, the massive force instantly tearing apart the bodies of the people inside.

「In a watery area.」

"Who are you?"

Modili, wielding a Magic Wand, was immediately shrouded in thick mist. She plunged into it and vanished.

"Think you can escape?"

In the darkness, an Advanced Wizard Apprentice stepped forward, his fiery red eyes like ruby beads.

Within those eyes, Modili's fleeing figure was clearly reflected.

"Hmph!"

"Do you think you can escape?"

Among Advanced Wizard Apprentices, strength varied widely. The strongest could challenge Legendary Knights.

The weakest could even be killed by a Great Knight!

With a disdainful snort, he pushed off with his foot, his entire being transforming into a ball of Burning flame as he charged forward.

Similar scenes played out in various places throughout Black Swamp.

"Carl!"

"Execution List Number Six: Intermediate Wizard Apprentice, Great Knight. Once collaborated with others to kill the Legendary Knight Bob."

"After the incident, the investigation department examined the scene. Dozens of soldiers had died, their life force devoured. He is suspected of hiding his true strength. It's recommended that at least three teams collaborate to set an ambush."

One person holding the target briefing read it and then shook his head speechlessly. "Isn't this an exaggeration!"

"Dozens of soldiers with guns died at the scene, several Wizard Apprentices, and a Legendary Knight. It definitely wasn't the work of one person. I think this Carl just got lucky. His companions all died, and he reaped the rewards. That's why he's ranked sixth on the execution list."

"Whether that's true or not, the credit for killing him is substantial," another person said. "Besides, it's always better to be careful. We'll wait for the others to arrive, then act together."

...

"It's no use!"

Carl stopped his Breathing Technique and shook his head helplessly.

After more than two months of intensive cultivation, even temporarily putting aside witchcraft, his Constitution had finally reached Great Knight Perfection.

Constitution: 5!

Beyond that, there had been no progress.

Since I was given a blessing that allowed me to practice the Giant Spirit Breathing Technique, why hasn't she shown herself now?

Or could it be...

that the Moon Goddess has become so weak she can't even bestow a blessing for advancement?

Without the blessing of a Divine, his Abyss Bloodline was also of no use. It seemed he could only rely on himself now.

This was the human limit.

With the aid of Bloodline Magic, it was possible to break this limit, but it would mean giving up the Knight Path.

Having walked the Knight Path this far, Carl didn't want to abandon it if there was any other way.

Quincy is certainly patient. He's been quiet for so long; I underestimated him.

Otherwise...

Should I find a few more people to spread the word?

Standing up, Carl moved around the island, stretching his body.

There are too few Great Knights in Jiliu City, and even fewer who meet the requirements. Should I go to the Duke Territory?

TING-A-LING...

The crisp ringing of a bell interrupted his movements, signaling that someone was approaching the island.

"Mr. Karl!"

A wooden boat docked at the shore, and a Knight in an Alliance uniform bowed respectfully. "The Alliance Council invites you."

"Good!"

Carl nodded.

The wooden boat traveled through the Swamp. It was sometimes bumpy, especially when turning.

"Your boating skills aren't great, are they?" Carl laughed. "You haven't done this kind of thing often before?"

"Yes," the Knight said, looking embarrassed. "I always served as a bodyguard for a Wizard Apprentice. Boating... I'm indeed not accustomed to it."

"No wonder." Carl was in a bad mood due to his cultivation problems and wanted to talk to someone to relieve his frustration. He asked, "Why have I been summoned this time?"

"I'm not sure." The Knight shook his head. "I heard it seems to have something to do with the Star Gate."

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