Chapter 317 Lantern
At another location deep within the jungles of the Murky Mountains, a group of Magi dashed through the undergrowth with solemn expressions.
The air was thick with the sound of battle as these Magi continued to cast spells at the magical beasts all around them.
"Maintain formation!" The leader of the group roared as he hacked his sword at the beasts in front of him. "Quick rotations! Injured ones fall back! Switch to Formation B!"
The man had medium-length black hair, and his pupils were light brown in color. From how his team was efficiently performing against the beasts, it was certain that this Magus had great experience and leadership skills.
He wore ostentatios robes which were covered by a white cloak with golden embroidery at the seams.
The insignia on the white cloak was that of the Gracie Family.
And this man was Morden Gracie.
He and the other Magi of the Gracie Family had received a mission from headquarters to eradicate a den of magical beasts in the western direction of their camp.
It had been a week since they'd arrived here, and till now, their mission progress was pretty smooth for the most part.
Under the leadership of Morden, there had been zero casualties till now. This spoke volumes about his strategic prowess.
As this group of Magi advanced, the underbrush suddenly rustled ominously. The next moment, a sounder of black boars emerged from the shadows, their tusks gleaming with a cold light.
With a bloodthirsty guttural growl, the corrupted beasts launched themselves at the Gracie Family Magi.
Under Morden's leadership, the group effortlessly took out their enemies. Bolts of lightning materialized out of their fingertips and small orbs of fire rained down on the beasts, instantly burning them.
However, with every creature that fell, two more seemed to take its place.
But the Magi were fearless in their advance and responded with a flurry of spells. Within a few minutes, all the corrupted beasts had been already taken care of.
Furthermore, there still hadn't been any casualties amongst the group of Magi.
"Lord Morden is truly a great commander!"
"If it weren't for our Lord, most of us would have already died."
"Truly, Lord Morden is a Magus among Magi!"
One by one, everyone started to fawn over Morden. Although they said such flattering words, there was indeed some truth to it.
Morden had a stoic expression on his face, however, inwardly he felt greatly satisfied by the praises from his subordinates.
Then, he clenched his fists and repeatedly slammed them on the ground.
He gazed at the copper lantern in his hand and softly muttered, "My sweet boy... have you left me as well?"
Then, his eyes flashed with killing intent as a tempestuous rage bubbled within his heart. He put mana inside the lantern, and a few moments later, a small white orb of light surfaced from the lantern.
The tiny orb of light circled around the lantern a couple of times and then shot into the distance.
Morden gazed at the light orb with cold eyes. He got to his feet and instructed his subordinates, "Follow me."
"B-But, My Lord, what about the mission—" A Magus tried to meekly protest, but instantly shut his mouth when Morden glanced at him with unbridled bloodlust.
Morden didn't speak a word, but his intentions were clear.
Soon, everyone started following where the light orb led them. Morden, who was at the forefront of the group, thought with immense anger and grief,
Whoever you are...
I will kill you!
...
In a dimly lit chamber, Adam slowly opened his eyes. His vision was initially blurry but gradually gained focus.
"I'm... alive?"
The moment he gained consciousness, the sensation of pain radiating throughout his body overwhelmed him like a tidal wave.
"Ughhh," he couldn't help but groan in agony.
His pupils darted around as he glanced at this familiar place. "Where... am I?"
The next moment, he saw two tiny creatures slowly make their way toward him and stand right beside his face. Then, they leaned over and cutely glanced at him.
When Adam saw them, he was stunned!
"Y-You guys..."
These tiny creatures had four yellow eyes each that shone with curiosity as they glanced at Adam.
They only looked at him for a few moments, before opening their mouths and starting to lick his face.
"Meow~"