The time left for them to gather was running short, and furthermore, many people did not want to be treated as prey in the time to come, used as stepping stones for others to advance.
Many Wizards took a deep look at the figure in the pacifying battle group that had brought them great shock and impact, carrying residual astonishments and a strong sense of wariness as they swiftly departed.
Claire was still staring at the conspicuous pillar of light when she turned around, only to meet a pair of eyes as deep and serene as an autumn lake.
Claire was startled, subconsciously stepping back, unsure of what to say.
At this moment, Ronan, after absorbing all the Mysterious Light Group collected by the Skull Mourning Bell Maphalin, was cloaked in a dense smoky haze that almost completely enveloped him.
Clouds of gray smoke swirled around his entire body, resembling flickering gray Flames, unstable yet burnt, pairing with his deep, cold eyes and slender, upright figure; even doing nothing, just standing there, he emanated a sense of intense mystery and strength.
"I need to find a quiet place to prepare for my promotion to Level 3 Wizard..."
Ronan calmly looked at Claire in front of him and spoke straightforwardly, "I’m afraid I won’t be able to join you in finding other members of the Blue Mist Society."
Maphalin’s "gift" allowed Ronan to completely bridge the last bit of soul power needed to reach Level 3 Wizard, even exceeding it.
He now felt ready to challenge the rank of Level 3 Wizard.
Advancing from Level 2 to Level 3, whether it’s condensing the fourth Spiritual Power Crystal, constructing the fourth Soul Seal, or further elevating his spiritual power and soul power, the boost to his strength would be immense, and Ronan needed to complete this as soon as possible.
Even...right in the midst of an intense power struggle.
Magic Power Hand’s Genius Wizard Claire, Ronan initially had an average impression of him, but the latter’s repeated comings and goings completely changed Ronan’s view of him.
Claire, in fact, was not bad; one could even say he had more "human touch" than the average wizard.
Even facing a formidable opponent like Skull Mourning Bell Maphalin, he would think to lend a hand to this lesser "rival" Second-level Wizard.
Regarding his own breakthrough, Ronan felt it was necessary to inform Claire.
Upon hearing Ronan’s words, Claire was initially stunned, then his expression swiftly changed, and suddenly he quickly said, "You go find a place to advance, I’ll guard for you..."
Ronan was quite surprised, and before he could react, Claire had already eagerly started searching around, looking like he was seeking a suitable place for seclusion, constantly saying, "Have you prepared the materials needed for advancing from Level 2 to Level 3?
I have some here; you can use them first..."
Watching Claire, who seemed even more eager and concerned than himself, Ronan couldn’t help but feel a bit amused.
Compared to the change in attitude due to the display of his strength, he was more inclined to believe that this was indeed Claire’s true nature.
Ronan did not reject Claire’s kindness. In fact, in the Ancient Fairy City, especially just after someone had seized a position, everyone began to feel anxious, and the intensity of the subsequent power struggle was bound to escalate, his choice to seclude himself for a breakthrough at this moment was extremely risky.
Having Claire help guard him would allow him to advance with much more peace of mind.
Ronan and Claire quickly left the battle group from the fight with Maphalin and eventually found a secluded and hidden ancient fairy building, resembling a giant gray mushroom.
The ancient fairies who once lived in the Ancient Fairy City had long since disappeared.
Ronan pushed open the old door, made of unknown material, walked into the building, and surveyed the environment inside.