Chapter 1471 - 1034: A Certain Mysterious Power (Part 2)

"Even if my father asks about it, I will keep it a secret."

Upon hearing this, Naisa nodded.

Seeing everyone so earnest, Reiger became somewhat indifferent.

For Curse Mages, publicly disclosing the effects of a spell isn’t necessarily a bad thing; it can even enhance the spell’s power.

Even though this might result in being targeted, the benefits of publicizing the spell can, to some extent, not only compensate for the downsides but also bring even greater benefits.

Because of this, many mages choose to disclose their spells during battle.

Therefore, even if information on [Limitless Curse] leaks out, it’s not that difficult to accept.

However, Reiger wasn’t prepared to explain this matter; since these girls like it, let them keep the secret.

"Knock knock knock..."

Just as the group was enjoying breakfast and chatting intensely, waiting for the time of the Sphinx departure, there was a sudden knock at the door.

The group immediately ceased their conversation.

"I’ll go take a look."

Melo stood up and left the room.

Not long after, she returned.

However, she didn’t come back empty-handed but brought an item with her.

It was a delicately fashioned box.

"What’s this?"

Naisa inquired upon birth.

"Your Excellency," Melo did not answer Naisa’s question but approached Reiger and said, "I have to report something to you; Yarad Keset came by just now, saying he wants to apologize to you in person."

Speaking this, Melo handed the box to Reiger.

"This seems to be the gift he’s prepared as an apology."

Upon hearing this, Reiger raised an eyebrow while accepting the box.

"Where is he?"

Reiger asked tentatively.

"Gone." Melo responded succinctly.

As for why he left, Melo didn’t feel it necessary to explain.

After last night’s event, Melo grew increasingly suspicious.

The attack on the Dark Relief Center was too smooth. So smooth that despite their side making numerous preparations, nearly none of them functioned effectively.

Though the enemy being in the dark and us being in the light, losing some initiative is normal, yet how long has the Sphinx been docked at Orus?

Docked at Orus before twilight, settling into the guesthouse, and making preparations there, the whole process took less than a few hours.

In such a brief time, even if the Dark Relief Center had controlled every infected person in Orus and sent them here for a probing attack, they couldn’t have grasped all the manor’s deployments for such a smooth infiltration.

It’s worth noting the manor was surrounded by layers of protective spells set by the church’s clergy group, with knights and clergy secretly keeping watch and guarding. Yet, despite this, the Dark Relief Center’s people infiltrated effortlessly, not even assassins made a sound entering Reiger’s room and went undetected?

That’s too unreasonable!

Unless... the manor itself has issues!

Or there’s a hidden passage unnoticed by others, or some method to render internal defense mechanisms ineffective, or perhaps some unnoticed spy is observing every move here...

And regardless of which one, it signifies one thing.

That is, Yarad, who provided the manor, is likely problematic!

Plus, the Abyssal Touch’s positioning, as Melo knows, is also not something easily accomplished.

In any case, the Dark Relief Center’s attack was so smooth that Melo doubted whether the Empire and the church’s defenses were just like paper, so weak it was futile.

If the Empire and church’s power really is this weak, what is Source World resisting then?

Just surrender to the Abyssal!

Based on these suspicions, coupled with Yarad’s suspiciously late arrival, Melo’s attitude towards him changed from indifferent to somewhat alert and even hostile.

Allowing such a person near Reiger?

Don’t even mention Luan and the others stopping him; even if they don’t, Melo would step in to prevent it.

Typically, what that person sent should just be thrown into the trash without even touching.

But this item was given to Reiger, meaning it was Reiger’s property, and the Grand Princess didn’t dare to throw away the savior’s belongings.

Luan and the others thought so too, hence why after thorough inspection, they delivered it.

Unaware of the intricacies, Reiger directly opened the box.

The next moment, the contents of the box were revealed.

Inside lay a treasure bead that appeared diamond-like, entirely transparent and radiant.

"This is..."

Jelina and Hilune instantly froze.

"Mana Gem?"

Naisa was equally surprised.

"Mana Gem?" Reiger turned to Naisa, puzzled, "Is this related to Mana Metal?"

"Yes." Naisa explained promptly upon seeing Reiger puzzled, "The Mana Gem is an exceedingly rare treasure found only in Mana Metal Mines, appearing only in large Mana Metal Mines once every few hundred years, is exceptionally hard to come by."

"It’s the most concentrated magic crystal within Mana Metal Mines, vastly more valuable than ordinary Mana Metal. Even the size of a fingernail contains more magic power than dozens of tons of Mana Metal."

Hence, it’s not only rare but also incredibly expensive, valued at millions of Gold Coins for a piece the size of a fingernail, making it one of the most premium magical materials in Source World."

This statement made Jelina and Hilune gasp.

Millions of Gold Coins, undoubtedly a number they couldn’t imagine.

Such a fortune, already surpassing many grand nobles and wealthy merchants’ entire assets.

Reiger wasn’t greatly concerned with money, but Melo’s following words informed him of its significance.

"Your Excellency, the gem embedded in the Holy Sword’s hilt is actually processed from such Mana Gems." Melo stated, "This thing certainly isn’t Yarad’s property; it’s likely from the Libion Duchy’s treasury."

Reiger’s brow twitched again, gazing at the treasure bead inside the box.

After gazing at it for a while, Reiger realized the gem contained enormous magic power, beyond ordinary measures.

At least the relic gems discovered in Yuloli’s tomb couldn’t compare to this.

Even added up, it was uncertain if they could match it.

"Interesting."

Reiger reached out, picking up the Mana Gem.

The bead felt smooth and soft like a pearl despite not yet being processed.

"[Magic Level Ascension·High Order Artifact Identification]."

After pondering, Reiger activated an identification magic on the gem.

In a moment, some information fed into his mind.

"Mana Gem: A mineral crystal containing extremely rich and vast magic power, can be used as forging material for weapons and armors, or as crafting material for magical artifacts, possessing multiple uses, its unprocessed state already surpasses most divine artifacts in value, if properly processed, could become a core material for world-class artifacts."

"Note: This item is imbued with a mysterious power. When carried in specific locations, it has a high probability of attracting highly dangerous malignant creatures."

Receiving this magic feedback information, Reiger’s gaze narrowed immediately.

"Yarad Keset..."

Continuing to toy with the bead, Reiger suddenly smiled.

"Indeed... interesting."

This sentence was spoken without any warmth.

Naisa and Melo exchanged glances at once.

This item indeed had issues.