Chapter 451: Avenge

Chapter 451: Avenge

After regaining her confidence, Faye showed Sein around her magic tower, which had been purchased for her by Zorro.

The primary function of this magic tower was to protect Faye since Mordoron Island was not entirely safe for Quasi Mages,

In addition to this tower, Faye had also received numerous life-saving items from Zorro.

However, Faye’s extensive acquisitions were not solely due to Zorro’s generosity; much of it was attributed to the legacy of their late mentor, Morsidor.

Morsidor’s legacy in the Western Archipelago included not just personal connections but also substantial resources.

As Morsidor’s primary heir, who had traveled with him from the Western Archipelago to Gloomhaven, Zorro had inherited Morsidor’s most valuable legacy upon their return.

The magic tower located at the base of the Bess Range in northern Mordoron Island, along with several strategic resource points, were parts of the legacy Morsidor left for his apprentices.

Since Faye was not strong enough to safeguard these assets, it was natural for Zorro to manage and defend them.

While black mages were generally known for their self-serving nature, those within Morsidor’s faction showed better qualities.

Zorro’s effort to establish a magic tower for Faye alone had set him apart significantly from other black mages in Blackhaven.

Furthermore, he had also prepared resources for Faye’s advancement to a full-fledged mage.

By providing all this assistance, he had amply fulfilled his duties as a senior.

In the underground laboratory of Faye’s magic tower, Sein saw several creatures locked in cages.

Although he had braced himself for this sight, Sein was still taken aback.

He sighed deeply, a reaction that did not go unnoticed by Faye. She approached him and asked, “Sein, do you disapprove of my actions?”

Without waiting for him to answer, she continued, “That’s understandable. You’re now a divine tower mage, and your perspectives have shifted from ours. If you request it, I’ll release them all,” Faye offered.

Sein shook his head in response.

Her treachery and the news she spread about the destruction of Mystralora City by the Divine Tower of Dawn resonated widely across the southern part of Blackhaven.

This revelation significantly complicated Martin’s return to the Blackhaven, as he faced a series of internal and external challenges before he could assume control of the extensive legacy left by his demigod-level mentor, Jemal.

During this tumultuous period, Martin found himself embroiled in confrontations with peers of his own rank in three separate incidents over just two years, not to mention numerous conflicts with Rank Two black mages.

Among the Rank Two black mages defeated by Martin was a junior from his own faction.

During the initial decade of Faye’s time in the Western Archipelago, the relentless upheavals and power shifts spurred rapid growth in her abilities.

After fleeing back to the Western Archipelago, Daelis decisively aligned herself with Gandra, a mid-stage Rank Three black mage.

Of the twelve islands once under the control of Jemal, the demigod-level black mage, Gandra now ruled five.

Gandra’s regime was authoritarian, only a few black mages were genuinely loyal to him; most were merely intimidated by his formidable strength and ruthless tactics.

Daelis, having thrown in her lot with Gandra, ended up faring poorly.

It was rumored that she was nearly turned into a puppet but for the time being, she toiled as a slave, concocting potions for him.

It seemed that evil often met its match only among its own kind.

In contrast, Martin, an early-stage Rank Three black mage, was considerably strong and known for his composed personality and peaceful demeanor.

Though he now controlled just four islands, he governed them judiciously. He welcomed both Rank One and Rank Two black mages to conduct transactions there.

As a result, Martin and his group of black mages gradually established a stable presence around Mordoron Island.

“Two years after Zorro became a full-fledged mage, he requested Master Martin to help him issue a formal challenge to Daelis,” Faye said.

“Four years later, they dueled one-on-one over the waters in a battle overseen by two Rank Three black mages. Sadly, it ended in his defeat.”

"That battle exacted a heavy toll on him, both emotionally and physically. He even lost one of his arms to Daelis,” Faye added somberly.