Chapter 275: Chapter Fifty Attack and Defense

“Indeed, sufficient confidence, a very valuable quality.”

Gently nodding, Prince Ville offered half-serious, half-joking praise before changing the subject.

“So, Lord Anvis, I’ve heard that in your previous trial, you encountered an unknown enemy attack that destroyed the entire Trial World.

And in the last moment, you successfully escaped and also set the fastest record ever. Could you share this legendary experience and satisfy my curiosity?”

“Of course, Prince Augustine, I think there’s nothing worth hiding.”

Anvis smiled agreeably, nodding his head just as the renowned minstrel Yihana did whilst giving a speech to the crowd of the Royal Capital from atop a pure white platform.

“At that time, we were hunting a Dream Giant Beast, and just when we were about to successfully annihilate it, a Secret Magic Tool on me suddenly lit up, warning me of a great danger approaching.

Thus, we accelerated our completion of the trial and used a High Rank defense Secret Treasure provided by our family, barely escaping before the world’s destruction.

Moreover, due to the spacetime turbulence caused by the collapse of the Dream Realm, the Teleportation Array could not locate properly, and we had to modify the inscriptions of the Teleportation Array, changing it from fixed-point teleportation to vague teleportation across the Yar Continent.

I am not sure what happened to the others in the end, but Alisa and I were randomly teleported to the Yiter Free Federation.

Although this allowed us to successfully escape at the last moment, we missed the opportunity to go to the venue first. Now, thinking about it, it feels somewhat regrettable–”

Saying this, Anvis feigned a light sigh, shaking his head as if he truly felt regret.

“These enemies are too audacious, it’s time for a good clean-up!”

Prince Ville appeared indignant, seemingly angered by what Anvis had undergone.

“Indeed, but my father has already secretly captured several members suspected to be enemies in the Federation, and they are currently undergoing interrogation.

I believe a result will emerge soon to clarify these enemies’ real identities.”

A bit puzzled about the intention behind Prince Ville mentioning this issue, Anvis threw out this latest update, while seemingly casually observing him, ready to see his reaction.

“Indeed.”

Prince Ville just gently nodded.

“However, I inadvertently came to know a dubious piece of news. At that time, it seemed that Lord Anvis himself personally modified the inscriptions of the special Teleportation Array?”

Saying this, he himself couldn’t help but laugh, spreading his hands.

“To be honest, when I first heard this news, it also felt a bit exaggerated to me.

But being a person with strong curiosity, if I can’t clarify some odd matters, I easily get lost in thought and can hardly sleep.

However, since you, Anvis, are right in front of me, I came to verify it with you directly. Regardless of the outcome, it’s better than guessing on my own.”

“You’re referring to that–”

A flash of comprehension crossed Anvis’ eyes, likely the action of urgently modifying the inscriptions had spread.

It’s quite normal for that to happen; originally a fixed-point Array suddenly changed to random teleportation, anyone would investigate afterwards.

And those who participated in the trial with me would likely not be able to conceal it under the scrutiny of Lie Detection Magic.

Also, professionals can’t sleep well? Do you need me to provide some sleeping incense used for catching beasts? Lethal dose.

“In fact, it wasn’t my own power, but a special Magic Artifact.”

Shaking his head, Anvis flatly denied the prince’s guess, starting to make up a story.

“Before I participated in the trial, the Duke personally gave me a talisman and cautioned me, when in danger, to activate that talisman.

When the crisis came and the Teleportation Array was severely disrupted, unable to locate, in this situation, I activated that talisman.

Upon activation, the power of the talisman suddenly enveloped my body, controlling my body to modify the inscription lines, allowing us to successfully teleport and escape.”

He had already communicated with the Duke ahead of time about this matter and was prepared for it.

The disguise effect of the Dark Side of the Moon could even modify one’s spiritual power frequency and naturally included countermeasures against most lie detection magic, which he had already tested privately.

“…”

Feeling the necklace on his chest, which was fixed with lie detection spells, still unchanged, Prince Ville couldn’t help but slightly furrow his brows then relax them again.

Although this was inconsistent with his initial guess, Anvis had just completed his first year at the academy and it was not surprising that he couldn’t accomplish this on his own.

No longer dwelling on this matter, Prince Ville changed the subject again.

“I’ve heard that in the Kingdom Federation, the development of Magic-guided Mechanicals is quite rapid. Since Lord Anvis has just returned from there, may I know your thoughts on this?”

“Indeed, the development is very fast, Your Highness Augustine. But I think, compared to our mighty Empire, it’s not worth mentioning.”

Anvis shook his head, seemingly carefree as he gestured dismissively.

Hearing the response, Ville’s gaze slightly brightened, looking at Anvis, his eyes also became friendlier.

“There’s no need to be so formal, Anvis, although I am a prince, after all, I was also once a member of the Pamir Academy. If you don’t mind, just call me Ville.”

Is this the prelude to winning me over?

“Alright, Prince Ville.”

With this thought in his mind, Anvis readily answered.

“Good, I want to say that your viewpoint is very correct, Anvis. Although it seems very prosperous now, the path of development of Magic-guided Mechanicals is a dead end–”

Prince Ville nodded, his words astonishing.

“Prince Ville, do you have a negative view of the development of Mechanicals?”

Anvis slightly tilted his head, asking knowingly.

“It’s not that I have a negative view, but the appearance of Mechanicals disrupts the rules of the game–”

Mentioning this, Prince Ville’s interest in the discussion visibly grew.

“Oh? Why is that?”

At that, a well-placed hint of confusion appeared in Anvis’s gaze, as if he hadn’t quite understood for a moment.

“Before the appearance of Mechanicals, the Tier of strength one reached allowed one to wield the power of that Tier.”

“Just like a regular Third Rank Professional, who couldn’t rely solely on their own strength to exert the power of a Fourth Rank Professional.”

When saying ‘regular,’ Prince Ville glanced at Anvis and deliberately emphasized his tone.

“Magic and Strength were originally the exclusive domains of Professionals, but the appearance of Mechanicals has changed this situation.

An ordinary person wearing one can immediately exhibit the destructive power akin to a Low Rank Professional, and a Low Rank Professional wearing one can even match a Mid Rank Professional.”

As he spoke, the prince raised a finger.

“You might want to argue that some Alchemy Tools can also achieve this, but Mechanicals provide an all-around fixed increase in strength, whereas Alchemy Tools only proportionally amplify the user’s strength.

Moreover, Alchemy Tools are extremely expensive and their materials are rare and difficult to produce. The price of Mechanicals, on the other hand, is much cheaper, and they can be mass-produced in factories very simply.”

“Perhaps these are its advantages, but I do not favor them, because they disrupt the rules of the game. Therefore, they absolutely cannot gain the support of the majority of Ninth Rank Limit Professionals!”

At this point, Prince Ville’s eyes, dark as the night, turned, intensely focusing on Anvis’s deep blue eyes glowing faintly with magic.

“I think you understand, Anvis, that those so-called Mechanical armies, in front of Ninth Rank Limit Professionals, are just a collection of fragile toys. No matter how many there are, they could never contend with any Ninth Rank Limit!”