Rebirth of the Noble Mage Behind the Scenes

However, he did not directly delve into the underground of the pyramid but pretended to be an ordinary Spellcaster drawn to the ruins, casually exploring the stone chambers within the various levels of the tower.

Having heard Landon's description of the events at the core of the ruins, Anvis had gained some understanding.

Clearly, even for Ninth Rank professionals, underestimating the strange core of the ruins activated by the power of the Old God's Blood could lead to a severe loss.

Of course, Anvis did not expect that the dangers within the ruins would be able to retain them.

Even if they were injured, after all, they were Ninth Rank professionals who possessed the power of rules. Their various unimaginable life-saving abilities and spells far exceeded those of non-Ninth Rank professionals.

The purpose of leading them here was actually just to deal a heavy blow to these several Ninth Rank individuals and incidentally use them to suppress the effect of the ruins' core.

Unlike others, in Anvis's eyes, the ruins that were transformed from the remnants of a strange existence also held high value.

Soon, when Anvis disposed of the fifth strange thing in the shaking pyramid, the outcome appeared.

The shaking of the tower body came to a halt. At the same time, the weird aura of Magic Power that had always permeated the pyramid suddenly became weak and dead, like a boneless dead snake.

Momentarily, in Anvis's perception, several strong but indisputably weak auras passed by him.

After confirming that the several Ninth Rank professionals had left, Anvis finally began to truly explore the depths of the ruins.

Since the core of the ruins had been resolved, along the way, Anvis encountered no further danger. The occasional traps and mechanisms he came across were also easily dealt with by him.

Wandering through the dark, black rock corridors and following vague perceptions, Anvis spent some time before reaching the core area at the bottom of the ruins.

Under the illumination of Magic Radiance, the dark stone hall had been thoroughly dilapidated. The walls were covered with web-like cracks, and the faint traces of Arrays on the ground had also been destroyed.

Especially in the central area of the great hall, there seemed to have been an altar-like structure, but now it was completely destroyed, covered with the scorched traces of magical destruction.

The various auras in the environment were extremely chaotic, bearing more than one type of rule trace, making it almost impossible to obtain any useful clues.

Stepping onto the altar with measured steps, Anvis opened the Ancient Secret Scripture, wanting to see if there was any reaction.

After being activated, the dark green thick book emitted a faint glow, slowly floating in mid-air, looking strange and beautiful.

After a moment, in his perception, indeed some unusual things appeared.

However, slightly different from what he expected, these sensations did not come from a specific direction but originated from all around the pyramid ruins.

"It seems it really can absorb, but why was there no reaction when outside earlier?"

After attempting to absorb some strength using the thick book, Anvis was a bit surprised.

After all, in the past when there was power to be absorbed, the Ancient Secret Scripture would remind him without him needing to think about it.

As if sensing his thoughts, the floating thick book flickered slightly, sending a vague feedback of information.

"...Remnants, too many impurities, not fresh, bad taste?"

Perceiving the content of this information, Anvis was stunned for a moment, at a loss for words.

Well, it seemed that he had been treating it too well before, and now the Ancient Secret Scripture had become finicky.

However, being picky is not right.

Although the quality was a bit trashy, the quantity was still vast, so wastefulness was not an option.

He turned the book to the last page and there on the blank page, he activated the Sealing ability of the Ancient Secret Scripture, targeting the entire ruins.

With his own spiritual power comparable to an Eighth Rank, it was sufficient to support his will to lock the entire ruins.

With the core of the ruins destroyed and several Ninth Rank powerhouses having left, there was no one in the ruins to stop him now.

....

Meanwhile, as Anvis's clone was working on the remnants of the ruins, Landon, who returned to the base dejectedly, also welcomed an unexpected visitor.

"Lord Vio? What brings you here?"

Seeing the sudden visit from Anvis, Landon was somewhat surprised.

Since he was worried that his previous affairs might involve the other party, he hadn't contacted Lord Vio for a while. How had the latter found him?

"Didn't you leave me a letter before you left? Recently, among the patients with crystallization disease that I've been treating, there just so happens to be a member of the Starfire Organization."

Seemingly noticing Landon's confusion, Anvis began to speak with a cheery smile.

"At first, I didn't have much hope, I merely inquired about your and your sister's condition in passing. But unexpectedly, you've already made a bit of a name for yourself within the Starfire Organization.

So, I asked him how I might meet you. He was initially a bit wary, but once I mentioned some of the issues you had faced previously, he ended up telling me everything."

Recently, Anvis hadn't gone anywhere, instead staying in Silver Moon City as Lord Vio, peacefully running an Alchemy Shop and offering treatments related to the crystallization disease.

In this period, Anvis was almost the only one who could truly cure the crystallization disease at a reasonable cost, so his business was extremely booming every day.

After talking about how he found his way there, Anvis changed the subject.

"Your sister Leia's condition is extremely rare. Since she was my first treatment subject and has maintained that state associated with crystals since the conclusion of her treatment, I'm a bit worried about her condition.

Coincidentally, it's been quite a long time since I treated Leia. Hence, I've decided to come to visit her and check if there are any hidden after-effects."

"I see."

Hearing Anvis mention Leia's health, Landon immediately became somewhat anxious.

"Leia's condition has been fairly good lately, but to prevent any accidents, please, Lord Vio, I'd like you to check on her again."

Saying this, he couldn't afford to be disheartened anymore and quickly led Anvis to where Leia was.

"However, Landon, you also seem to be in a bit of a bad mood. Has something happened?"

Walking on the road, Anvis glanced at Landon and casually inquired.

"...It's nothing, just some bad luck, that's all."

Shaking his head, Landon didn't elaborate.

"Bad luck?"

Listened to Landon's words, Anvis chuckled lightly.

"Let me guess, for you to be this displeased, it must be no small matter. And since you're not a gambler, the only thing that qualifies as bad luck might be the accidental loss of something important, right?"

"Lord Vio, you are not wrong at all."

Looking somewhat surprised at Anvis, Landon sighed and began to pour out his grievances.

"Actually, I explored a ruin before and acquired something very important. However, upon leaving, it was taken from me by a...strong person."

The term 'Ninth Rank' rolled around in his mouth, but Landon eventually replaced it with 'strong person'. He worried that if he said he was robbed by a Ninth-Rank, Lord Vio might directly think he was exaggerating.

"I see... On the bright side, at least he didn't kill you to silence you."

Anvis nodded his head, offering some consolation.

"You are right about that, I guess in the end, my strength is still too meager."

With Anvis's consolation, Landon feebly nodded, with a tone tinged with a hint of unwillingness.

As Landon vented his frustrations, Anvis suddenly smiled mysteriously. A seemingly ordinary talisman suddenly appeared in his hand.

"So then, Landon, do you thirst for strength?"