Wizard Castle.

Everyone's expressions were very grave.

David sat in the main seat of the conference hall, tapping his fingers on the table.

The news he just received was that the witches planning to head to Frost Wolf Ridge were trapped in Beibing City.

This city is close to the Northern Fortress.

Once they pass through Beibing City and continue north, they can enter the Northern Forest.

The Northern Forest connects to the Frost Wolf Forest, and they can proceed through uninhabited areas.

But not long ago, demon hunters from the Holy Light Church arrived in Beibing City.

Now these witches don't dare to show themselves, deeply afraid of being discovered by the Church's demon hunters.

"Demon hunters from the Church?" David frowned.

This could be considered the Church's most elite force, led by Hillman, a Tier Five Holy Light Knight.

If he doesn't beastify into a Tier Six Frost Giant Wolf, he might not be able to defeat Hillman.

Beibing City is already very close to the Northern Fortress, and the Lord of Beibing City is also a Tier Five Earth Knight.

The difficulty of this rescue mission is completely different from the last time they went to rescue Hill.

David isn't even sure if this time it's another plot by the Holy Light Church, aiming to lure him out, as he is a wanted Ice Mage on the Church's list.

"Lord Duke, what should we do?"

Annie and Ye Zi exchanged a glance, looking heavy-hearted, clearly aware of the rescue difficulty.

But if they don't rescue these witches, under the demon hunters' search, their companions won't last long.

David frowned as well, there are three witches this time.

They possess the Wind Element Talent, Charm Talent, and Energy Transformation Talent respectively.

Among them, the witch with the Wind Element Talent is undoubtedly the one David is most concerned about.

According to David's observation of witches over this period, witch powers can generally be divided into Elemental Class and Rule Class.

Of them, Amy and Hill belong to the Elemental Class, while Cynthia, Annie, and Ye Zi belong to the Rule Class.

Of course, once the Element Talent reaches a High level, it includes Elemental Mastery Ability, which can also be considered part of the Rule Ability Class.

As for the Charm Ability, it seems similar to the second tail ability of the Nine-tailed Fox, though the exact effect is unknown.

Finally, the Energy Transformation Talent appears to turn air into tangible weapons, though the power of these weapons is still unknown.

Regardless, he will not stand by and watch these three witches die in Beibing City.

"We definitely have to rescue them."

"But we can't rescue them rashly; we must first understand the situation in Beibing City."

David said after a moment.

Hearing his assurance, Annie and Ye Zi were delighted.

They also agreed with the latter part of the Lord Duke's statement.

Even if they are going to save someone, it must be done with a guarantee of safety; otherwise, it would be meaningless.

"Leave the scouting to me." Annie said.

She possesses the Spirit Contract Ability, capable of contracting ordinary animals to explore the city.

Of course, this means Annie must be close enough to Beibing City; otherwise, she wouldn't be able to control the contracted animals.

David was intrigued.

He too now possesses the Spirit Contract, and with Beast Language, he can contract ordinary animals to scout as well.

However, having Annie accompany him would save a lot of trouble.

Moreover, it's an opportunity to build emotional connection with Annie, and a bit of encouragement along the way shouldn't be excessive.

If he can elevate both his Spirit Contract Talent and the Arctic Giant Bear Bloodline by one level, his strength would also improve to some extent.

Annie glanced unintentionally at the Lord Duke, noticing the heat in his eyes, and her ears turned slightly red.

"Alright, this time Annie will accompany me to Beibing City."

David decided on the matter and then instructed Annie to prepare.

...

That night.

David quietly left with Annie.

This time, he rode the Ghost Wolf Beast moving through the forest.

First crossing the Frost Wolf Forest, then detouring to the Crystal Song Mountain Range, and finally reaching the Northern Forest near Beibing City.

Thanks to the speed of the Ghost Wolf Beast, it only takes two days to reach the vicinity of the Northern Forest.

Howl——

The Ghost Wolf Beast was extremely fast.

In just a flash of a shadow, the Ghost Wolf Beast had reached the other side of the hill.

Even when encountering cliffs, the Ghost Wolf Beast would climb up relying on its own shadow.

From a mount's perspective, the Ghost Wolf Beast was indeed perfect.

At this moment, on the Ghost Wolf Beast, David was tightly holding Annie.

Although there's no time to do anything while on the move, a little friendly advantage-taking surely wouldn't be an issue.

Annie had been prepared since leaving the Wizard Castle, letting the hands of Duke Frost Wolf wander.

At noon, they stopped by a small stream to have some dry food and water, then continued heading towards the Crystal Song Forest.

They didn't stop to rest until nightfall, inside a cave within the Crystal Song Forest.

David easily caught a wild deer, and they started roasting inside the cave, while the Ghost Wolf Beast went off to find its own food.

"Eat more venison; it's very nourishing." David smiled.

"Thank you."

"Oh? How will you thank me?"

Annie was taken aback, recalling their previous conversation unfolded similarly.

"How would you like me to thank you?" she asked, blushing a little.

"Hehe, obviously by letting me rest a bit."

David said matter-of-factly.

"Perhaps after we return."

"How about just tonight? The journey is fraught with danger, and I'm not sure if we'll make it back."

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