The Arch Mage's Life

Polschk returned to the air with his head held high. If felt as though he was the one who was in charge now, commanding even the Son of Heaven's followers.

"This doesn't feel good," Elliot whispered.

"The first phase of the war had begun," Polschk announced. "With the amount of mana we gathered thorough the crowd, we opened the chamber where the keys to the Twilight Bless lie."

The old man raised his right hand, seemingly gesturing a signal, "Prepare the Arch Mage!"

Elliot's gaze found themselves looking at Alice's guild. His eyes widened after seeing them panick, talking amongst themselves while some were still in a state of shock.

"T-They know about Alice?" Elliot asked Elizabeth. The woman had a look of surprise for a split second before she hid it with a stoic expression and a nod.

"Come with me," Elizabeth whispered, walking up to the king. "Excuse me, your majesty. Elliot and I have something to discuss privately."