Chapter 1784 - 1050: Why Is Magic Failing?

"In short, after losing Artorias, their combat power took a heavy beating."

In the mansion of the Leon Strategy Group in Bed City.

Berto from the Skyrim Strategy Group sighed as he recounted the development of events.

He described it vividly, as if he had personally experienced the battle, and indeed, it was almost the same as experiencing it personally, because the Skyrim Strategy Group now streams live when tackling new areas and monsters with advisors like him present.

This means he watched the entire operation against Manus, the Master of the Abyss, from a first-person perspective.

However, if it came to the image stone, he couldn’t produce it because Manus broke the image stones on the members of the Skyrim Strategy Group, which means the battle could only be seen in the recent live stream.

"....How unfortunate, meow."

The wise Maru gave her final thoughts on the Skyrim Strategy Group’s plight.

"Well," Leon pinched the bridge of his nose, appearing a little troubled, "so, you’re seeking my help for the punitive expedition against the Master of the Abyss?"

Berto nodded like a chick pecking for rice.

Leon looked up at the ceiling, then took a deep breath and said:

"Is it possible that even with me and others joining, we still can’t beat that Manus?"

Though he hadn’t personally experienced the power of the Master of the Abyss, Berto’s vivid description was just like watching a movie with an Ulashiro theme for everyone present, and it was quite clear about Manus’s strength.

So after putting himself in their shoes, Leon directly gave an unconfident answer.

"Right now, my strength doesn’t even compare to Dal who hasn’t reset his level. If he couldn’t do well against the Master of the Abyss, I certainly can’t perform better."

"The only way I can think of to have a chance against Manus is to gather the strongest ones."

Who would they be?

No one but Sword Saint Gapar, the three Dragon Clan chiefs, those Heroes, and also inviting the Magic Association professors over to craft some specific spells for Manus; this would increase the chances of winning several times over.

But the key is, we can’t gather enough people.

Gapar is easy to talk about, but those Heroes are nowhere to be seen now, and Dragon Clan chiefs like Elo Xidor aren’t always available. The Magic Association...their professors might be willing to help, but there’s also a need to find a suitable time.

It’s impossible to assemble a team within a short period, even if we started negotiations right now.

"If you want me to challenge the Master of the Abyss, I at least need to collect three more King’s Souls."

This goal isn’t something achievable in just a day or two, or even a month or two. As he proceeds to collect the King’s Souls, the strength of their holders escalates to an astonishing level, making it seem impossible to take them down just by casually training his level.

That being said, if he can still manage to collect all the King’s Souls under these circumstances, he should be able to proudly step into the ranks of the world’s strongest.

"Is that so? But you do have the intention to help, don’t you?" A hint of regret flashed across Berto’s face.

"I’ll definitely help, but just saying, if the chances are too low, I’ll pass."

These words alone were actually sufficient for Berto.

"Alright, I’ll leave the consolation goods here for you, and I won’t disturb you any longer. After being busy in the Sain Dungeon for so many days, you should take a good rest. Goodbye~"

"He really is a straightforward person..."

Maru couldn’t help but comment as she watched him turn and leave.

But this straightforward attitude is quite likable, at least it’s much more refreshing than someone who dithers about.

The people on the Skyrim Strategy Group are all such characters. The adventurous experience there must be very exciting.

"I’m afraid Luluwo won’t be able to find enough people to help for a while."

Leon relaxed into the bed, thoughts unnoticed moving to the next plan.

There’s no need to try helping Luluwo’s side for now. The other side definitely also feels that rushing in unprepared is unfeasible, best to just do his thing in this period.

Recuperate and recover, then continue to acquire soul blocks to rapidly increase level, train combat skills and magic to enhance comprehensive strength to lay the groundwork for the second King’s Souls collection. Then...

Then it’s going together with Teacher Gapar to the hideout and take down the Demon Prince, this can be executed immediately after recovery.

But how are they going to find the hideout?

Is it going to replicate that scene of jumping off the bridge guarded by the Dragon Hunter Armor?

At times like this, it would be suitable to publish information about the hideout, gather more people interested to help experiment. However, Leon doesn’t plan to reveal the hideout’s existence this time.

At least not until he’s done taking down the Demon Prince.

People all have personal ambitions, don’t they? Anyway, the recovery won’t take long, so Leon plans a little selfishness this time.

Lying on the soft and warm bed, Leon couldn’t help but marvel at the relief carving on the ceiling:

"I really look forward to the time to recover soon."

During Leon’s weeklong rest, Maru and the others also entered into a week’s holiday, and life suddenly felt slower-paced.