Chapter 233

Chapter 233

Virgil surveyed his silent colleagues and stated,

Ill personally talk to Van about the Chairwomans condition. Of course, that man wouldnt accidentally spill the secret But if we dont explain why shes so engrossed in research and losing her composure, he wont be convinced either.

Damn To be swayed by a mere freelancer.

Merilda grumbled but did not refute Virgils words.

The three individuals remaining in the room were seasoned veterans who had been with the Cartel since its inception under Olivera.

Everyone was aware of why she, once at the pinnacle of her power, had weakened and retreated, dedicating herself to some enigmatic research.

McQueen must have committed such audacious treason with the understanding that the Chairwoman couldnt act recklessly.

Kansoa remarked,

As uncertain as the future of this street is, theres no need to make unnecessary enemies. Id rather he use his position as an external director to help with the Cartels hierarchy

It depends on how we approach him from now on. Virgil responded.

Ive gathered personal information and public opinion about that man from the Deep Web. Take a look.

Saying this, he connected his phone to a terminal and promptly transmitted the file to the others.

As each of them received and reviewed the information Virgil had sent, he continued,

When he first appeared on this street and contacted Jenny, he was already a skilled wizard, and despite many people digging into his past, no trace was found. Hes thoroughly hidden himself, both his past and current residence.

Moreover, hes known for being very meticulous in his work and thorough in his dealings It seems right to see him as someone who definitely returns what hes received.

He doesnt seem like a wizard but more like a fixer whos been around for decades.

I think we all know what we need to do to keep Van quiet in this situation.

Virgil nodded.

Lets be honest, we all gathered here know that the Cartel is slowly sinking.

Although the Chairwomans decision to publicly announce McQueens betrayal was wise, it wont stop the organization from shaking. To navigate this situation well, we need active cooperation between the subsidiaries. You know what I mean, right?

This implied that the directors, who had been monitoring each others powers and turning a blind eye, now needed to form tighter bonds than ever before.

The era of enjoying individual freedoms for decades was drawing to a close.

To safeguard their current positions against scrutiny from other leaders and emerging competitors, an implicit understanding from within was imperative.

Virgil conveyed this while reclining in his chair, resting his legs on the desk.

The nameplate at the end of the spacious oak desk prominently displayed the title of Vice Chairman.

The old complacency and division are over. From now on, theres going to be a lot to do.

* * *

After a week of rest, Lennok returned to work at a leisurely pace.

The confrontation with McQueen, or more precisely, the effort required to recover from the side effects of various drugs he had used to forcibly enhance his condition during the Domain deployment, had taken a considerable amount of time.

Of course, he wasnt fully healed, but Lennok never underestimated his fragile physique.

His body could cause problems whether it was pushed to its limits or given time to relax.

Staying in bed for too long could even strain the ligaments in his back.

He never let his guard down. In fact, Lennok had never placed his trust in his body, not even once.

Youre here?

At the pubs bar, which had resumed normal operations after the clash with the Cartel, Jenny and Jordan greeted him.

Jordan had returned unharmed from the recent events, despite enduring quite a bit, and was shaking a shaker just like before.

Considering the nature of this world, it was almost a miracle.

If Jordan, closely connected to Jenny, had encountered trouble, resolving matters in this manner would have been unthinkable.

Lennok sat at the bar, holding a glass of his drink, and quietly surveyed his surroundings.

The pub was busier than usual, with numerous patrons.

It was thriving in an unnatural way.

I heard from the Cartels quarterly earnings report that youve been appointed as an external director, Van.

Jenny shrugged.

Since I received approval from the Trident, people think our business will do well.

So they came to make an impression in advance?

More like our business has proven to be resilient enough that even big players cant mess with it, making it a better meeting place for freelancers.

Using psychokinesis, Lennok lifted the two men, their eyes rolled back and mouths foaming, and the once uproarious fight club descended into an abrupt silence.

Its Van

Damn, seeing him in person for the first time.

Whats an external director of the Cartel doing here? What did these idiots do?

From the center of the club, Lennok coldly surveyed his surroundings.

Dray Krimgal had foretold that Lennoks status would undergo a transformation after the Cartel incident.

He was absolutely correct. None of the spectators buzzing about Lennok dared to approach or address him directly.

The days when anyone could approach Lennok with job offers were a bygone era.

A wizard who had confronted the Cartels board single-handedly and emerged victorious.

They all surmised the value of such an individual, the extent of his influence, and recognized that a common background would no longer be sufficient to recruit him.

Now, the emotions in peoples eyes were unmistakable to Lennok.

Envy and trepidation, caution and admiration and longing.

While Lennok was lost in contemplation, a portly elderly man, drenched in sweat, approached timidly and offered a slight bow.

Seems like those guys from our club offended the wizard. Ill make sure this never happens again, so please forgive them just this once

Instead of accepting the bundle of cash the elderly man pulled from his pocket, Lennok sighed and shook his head.

The elderly mans shoulders quivered with fear.

If, if money is not enough

Without uttering a word, Lennok pushed the two unconscious men suspended in mid-air toward the elderly man and retrieved a cigarette.

Those two, theyre suspects in civilian trafficking, under police investigation.

What, what?!

Just take them to the nearest bounty office.

Lennok exited the club, his steps unwavering, and directed his gaze upward at the sky, his thoughts slightly scattered.

In the past, accomplishments like the one he just achieved would have been promptly handed over to Jenny, but now it all felt somewhat purposeless.

He hadnt pursued the bounty for the monetary reward in the first place.

I had my doubts but this is enough to help me decide.

Lennoks whispered words were not a mere coincidence.

Throughout this entire endeavor, he had never lost sight of his true identity.

Yet, the reason he had gone after the bounty was to recover a missed opportunity that had slipped through the streets.

Seated on a nearby bench, Lennoks contemplative eyes delved into profound thought.

Ive understood and successfully used the concept of Mental Imprint. But

Shifting his perspective toward the future, regarding potential branching moments as remnants of the past, he scrutinized and materialized possibilities from parallel worlds.

This remarkable feat had been achieved by Lennok, even though he had been uncertain if it was attainable. Nevertheless, there were numerous challenges to overcome to wield this weapon with ease.

Considering the substantial costs, forced enhancements, Triggers, and the fortuitously acquired magically imbued core, it barely met Lennoks standards.

Effectively utilizing his domain in combat against formidable adversaries, not limited to McQueen, posed an immense challenge.

Furthermore, if he couldnt streamline the kaleidoscope deployment process while expanding his Domain while also maintaining anonymity, all his efforts would be in vain.

But even in this state, there are plenty of ways to refine the mental imprint.

In the past, Lennok had vanquished McQueen by employing the domain [Eight-Chain Thunder Palace], fully actualized through the unique lightning magic imagery he had acquired during his enrollment at the Thorban Magical Tower.

The potency of the Eight-Chain Thunder Palace was made possible by Lennoks profound comprehension and mastery of the lightning series.

The same principle applied to the implementation of other Domains.

To draw substantial power from parallel worlds existing only as possibilities, the branch points had to bear a close connection to Lennok.

Through his mental imagery, Lennok had ventured into uncharted realms of possibilities, but this also implied a corresponding need for experiences.

Recalling his past days was an integral part of this intricate process.

Excluding the domains that he could currently discern within the realm of possibilities, what level of experience and connections were required to pioneer new domains?

To gauge this, Lennok had resumed his activities despite the frailty of his body.

Gradually but steadfastly, Lennok began to comprehend the extraordinary potential he held within his grasp.

(To be Continued)

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