Chapter 235

Chapter 235

Shall we move to a different spot for now?

As he uttered these words and snapped his fingers, shadows rapidly enveloped the two of them, and Fames form disappeared from that spot.

Lennok stared intently at the remnants of the shadow, and at that moment, Fame reappeared, grumbling.

Damn it Cant you just go along easily? Its always the high resistance to magic that makes it difficult to control.

Fame had just tried to employ a specific spell to envelop Lennok, who, as anticipated, resisted it.

A typical wizard might not have been able to resist Fames intentions, but Lennoks exceptionally high resistance to being targeted instantly nullified it.

This spell is a bit tricky for me too, so if you resist, it becomes hard for me to use. Its just to move us to a more suitable place for conversation.

Okay.

After some consideration, Lennok nodded.

If Fame had genuinely intended to harm or overpower him, he wouldnt have chosen this moment.

The Cartels executive meeting. Fame showing up at such a critical time to disrupt their plans was evidence enough of his strong interest in Lennok.

Furthermore, considering the spell Fame had just used, it was worth listening to what he had to say.

As Lennok ceased his resistance, the shadows once again enveloped him.

When the darkness dissipated, Lennok found himself in a spacious lounge with a panoramic view of the city.

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An unnamed restaurant in a towering skyscraper.

Fame, casually taking a seat by the window, gestured to Lennok.

Sit down. Lets talk over a meal.

This is.

The table was already set with various dishes.

As Lennok sat across from him, Fame immediately started eating.

He spoke between bites of his steak.

This is a place I often use to host important guests. Its run by an acquaintance and offers a nice view. It seems even the most unruly ones calm down here.

Is that comment directed at me?

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Instead of touching his meal, Lennok observed Fame closely.

Their third encounter, but the first time he had observed him so intently.

Despite his unassuming appearance, Lennok remembered the power and sophistication of the spells engraved in Fames body.

More than a high-level wizard, he was a formidable opponent who could hold his own with individuals like Olivier Ron Maze.

Lennok decided to ask the burning question on his mind first.

A question that was essential for him to move forward.

Are you studying spacetime-related spells?

Why are you curious about that?

Because Ive seen you at least vaguely touching on those concepts.

At that, Fame stopped chewing his meat and smirked.

Now that I remember, you did ask for magic in that field as payment. I thought you were just setting a difficult price because you didnt want freelance work, but you seem genuinely interested.

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Unfortunately, youre wrong.

Thud!

Fame set down his knife and began to dig into the pasta with his fork.

He seemed to have a surprisingly hearty appetite.

What you saw were just results of pushing my spells to the limit. They slightly touch upon time and space, but its not to the extent that I can claim to manipulate them essentially.

Saying this, he thrust his fork into the shadow inside the bowl.

It seems like my black magic involves linking shadows to enhance the power of spells or combining different spells. Ive refined this concept to its limit, applying it even to objects and life forms. Just like this.

Swoosh-

The tip of the fork that entered the bowls shadow emerged from the shadow of a salt shaker placed in the middle of the table.

It seemed to be a temporary spatial movement created by connecting the shadows of two spaces through black magic.

I have a rough idea of what youve been doing in this city. Someone as meticulous as you wouldnt have come to me without any preparation.

Im not interested in clinging pathetically to a dark junior. I dont need someone who moves at the will of others. Even if that werent the case, we have too much to do.

Lennok found himself hesitating to answer.

His encounters with countless individuals had indeed helped him understand this world to some extent.

But the man sitting calmly in front of him, sipping coffee, was an entity moving in a completely different direction from those he had met before.

Was it wise to engage in a conversation with him on this topic?

Having seen and experienced many things, Lennok never overestimated himself. He was neither a sage who had understood the truths of the world, nor a prophet who could see and understand everything.

He was just a human being, living in the reality in front of him, just like everyone else.

It appeared to be a misconception that he could engage in an equal dialogue with this man, who seemed to transcend humanity.

If, through this conversation, Lennok found himself aligning with Pandemoniums ideology.

And if that wasnt the right path.

Lennok candidly acknowledged his own uncertainty.

Im afraid that what I desire might not be the right answer.

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I cant even be sure if the question at hand truly has a correct answer. Nor am I sure if Im qualified to answer it.

Fame listened silently with his eyes closed to Lennoks words.

Its unclear how far the meaning of opening the heavens extends. Maybe you guys are seeing reality more clearly.

Ascension and Revelation.

Which is closer to the idea of a snake biting its own tail, the cyclical nature of order?

Lennok felt he was starting to grasp its meaning faintly.

However, this understanding didnt come from achieving some ultimate right to answer or reaching the pinnacle, but rather from being an outsider from a wholly different world.

Was all of this predetermined from the beginning?

How closely are the three sentences he heard just before awakening in this world linked?

The definite answer still eluded him.

Thats why Lennok chose not to force himself.

I have no intention of cooperating with you right now. Thats all I can say.

Okay.

Fame faintly smiled and rose slowly from his seat.

At least its clear youre not a complete outsider. Thats enough for me.

In the spacious lounge where only the two of them remained.

As Fame headed towards the elevator at the far end of the room, he turned to Lennok.

But the others wont be as kind as I am.

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If someday the leader of Pandemonium needs you, will you really be able to refuse the offer?

Lennok did not respond. He simply endured the scrutiny in silence.

Fame smirked and then glanced at the elevator button before pressing it.

As he watched the numbers on the display ascend, he muttered.

The more you carry, the more entangled you are, the harder it is to escape. No matter how firm your resolve, it doesnt always work out as well as you hope. Unless youre like me

The only option is to sever all ties.

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With that, leaving a profound remark etched in Lennoks mind, their conversation came to an end.

Did Fame genuinely want to bring Lennok into Pandemonium, or was his sole intention to engage in conversation?

Until the end, Lennok could not decipher the true motive behind Fames cryptic benevolence.

The inscrutable figure, difficult to fathom, vanished into the elevator.

Lennok remained alone in the expansive lounge, gazing up at the darkening sky.

(To be Continued)

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