Mystic Overlord: Reading Gives Strength
Chapter 264 - 263 【Mercury Sky】

Chapter 264: Chapter 263 【Mercury Sky】

The investigators coordinated exceptionally well.

At least that’s how Ronald saw it, with the person in charge of security in Springs possessing considerable reliability.

With the enemy locked on the boat, some positioned ambushes upstream and downstream to prevent the target from escaping, others stayed at the high points of the docks to monitor and relay information; and yet others were poised to strike, waiting for the cargo ship to reach so they could launch a thunderous attack.

Ronald’s position was right behind the investigator who was responsible for the frontal assault.

One of the people leading them was named Clue.

They neatly hid in the shadows of the dock.

Apart from the two unarmed Caster who were clearly in evidence, almost everyone else drew their weapons from inside their clothing.

— Pistols.

"..."

What can one say?

Seeing this scene, Ronald felt somewhat emotional.

The people in this big city were indeed different; almost every investigator in Springs carried a pistol, and many considered it their main weapon.

This was probably a clear representation of the progress of the times.

However, during this stage of the ambush, Ronald suddenly noticed something unusual.

Because he had maintained Fury’s ability to detect, he constantly monitored the state of the two enemies on the boat.

Now...

In just an instant, the panic and fear in these two men’s hearts completely disappeared.

What could have caused this?

Lowering his voice, Ronald was about to speak.

However, at the same time, on his right hand, the mark of the Heavenly Chapter began to flicker again on his skin.

The power of the original text gradually spread and also reminded him.

The environment Ronald was in currently met the requirements of the second trial of the Nine Trials, "Trial of Mercury."

Only a few days had passed since the first trial of the Heavenly Chapter was activated, and Ronald had once again encountered the conditions for activation in a mysterious incident.

This...

With the experience from before, Ronald naturally decisively activated the trial.

Then—

The verses recited by a gentle female voice once again resonantly echoed in Ronald’s heart:

"I shall here reveal the truth;

Please listen attentively and remember well,

For without remembrance, knowledge shall not take shape.

The existence of the sacrifice mentioned depends on two factors:

One is the sacrifice itself;

The second is the commitment to the covenant.

The second factor, once sworn by the covenant makers, can be undone.

And this point, I have already explained in detail, there is no ambiguity.

..."

The elegant female voice gradually faded in his mind, and the content of the "Trial of Mercury" was immediately understood by Ronald.

— To make a covenant, to suffer in someone’s stead.

"..."

Facing such a suddenly appearing trial and looking at its content,

Ronald immediately realized that their ambush had been exposed.

The attitude shift in the two enemies undoubtedly meant that the people at the docks had been noticed by them, and the enemy was also preparing counterattack spells.

What was even more important.

Was that all of this was known only to Ronald at the moment.

Thus, Ronald’s intended words immediately changed, looking at the investigator in front of him, he asked:

"Clue, we’re allies on the same battlefront now, aren’t we?"

Ronald’s words immediately caught the attention of the investigator.

Though somewhat puzzled, he immediately turned his body to face the bearer of the original text and nodded:

"Of course."

"Mr. Ronald, have you discovered anything?"

Ronald answered with a serious expression,

"The enemy has discovered our ambush. My Reconnaissance Magic has confirmed this. If you don’t mind, I’ll lead the charge."

"..."

Hearing Ronald’s answer, the investigator looked visibly astonished.

However, considering many factors, he still nodded and stepped aside to let Ronald cast his spell.

"There’s certainly no problem with that."

"But when you act, please don’t—"

Seeing that the investigator had accepted his suggestion, Ronald immediately felt a surge of joy.

This would do...

According to the description in the trial, he didn’t even need to secure a victory; he just had to willingly face hardship now to meet the requirements of the "Mercury Heavenly Trial."

So Ronald stepped forward and with a single wave of his hand, the black mist hidden beneath his clothes emerged along with the original scripture in his hand.

"Its name is Styx.

The dark water flows down, cascading into the gloomy and steep cliffs below.

..."

As he finished speaking, the sparse black mist suddenly spread out from under Ronald’s feet, quickly covering the surface of the Wis River in front of him.

The night was the best disguise for his magic.

Apart from the parts of the dock illuminated, the black mist formed by the power of "Fury" immediately blended with the pitch-black river water of the night, becoming nearly imperceptible to ordinary people.

Of course, the investigators watching Ronald cast were the exception.

Though they were the leads of the mysterious aspect of Springs, an authentic holder of the original scripture was still a rare presence for them.

Watching Ronald summon the black mist,

And within a few breaths, it had already successfully covered a considerable width of the Wis River.

This was probably a result of their profession.

They became vigilant simultaneously.

This was the power of an original scripture holder’s magic...

Ordinary people, even weaker mystical casters, nearly had no chance against such an enemy; the gap was simply too vast.

If they were to confront such an adversary head-on,

Even including all the investigators present, they might not match Ronald.

Tonight truly was quite unique...

And during these few breaths, Ronald’s magic continued to transform, the spreading black mist encircled the boats of the two enemies, cutting off their paths of escape.

And moving with the investigator this time,

Ronald essentially had permission to attack this ship and could freely unleash his spell.

Checking the enemies’ position once more...

One, two, three...

The emotion-perceiving ability brought by the power of "Fury" was very keen.

So as the black mist spread, Ronald also became aware of the specific situation on the boat.

Apart from the two enemies, there were five others originally manning this cargo ship.

This was consistent with the tracking done previously; he only needed to avoid harming the innocent bystanders.

However, just as Ronald thought this,

Inside the cargo ship on the Wis River, within its open hold, a haunting female voice started:

"On the night of the full moon, sing joyful tunes;

When the moon wanes, move against time, mimicking the howl of a dire wolf.

On the night of the new moon, kiss the hands of the twin goddesses;

When the moon reaches its peak, confront the passion pursued in your heart.

When the north wind blows strongly, lock the door and set sail;

When the wind comes from the east, prepare a feast and anticipate new things arriving;

When the south wind blows, love will gently touch your lips;

When a gentle breeze from the west whispers in your ear, your soul shall be eternal and peaceful."

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