Chapter 120: The Purpose of "Bloodthorn"

Chapter 120: The Purpose of "Bloodthorn"

Compared to the disgruntled Barbara and Hank, the wizard apprentices present were brimming with excitement.

In previous promotion ceremonies, there were typically only three to five slots available, leaving most of them watching in anticipation, hoping to earn a valuable spot next year through their hard work.

But this time was different. Everyone had an equal chance, and the extent of their power increase depended solely on how long they could endure inside the alchemical array.

Each of them believed they could hold out till the end, but Lynn and the others had quite the reputation, so, apart from the apprentices under Nos, no one dared to step forward.

In the face of such temptation, betrayal was only a matter of time. After much hesitation, Bok clenched his teeth and stood inside the alchemical array. His body trembled, and he dared not look at Lynn's expression.

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Lynn cast a meaningful glance at Bok but said nothing. He didn't think Nos would be so kind.

Seeing that Lynn had no intention of punishing Bok, Patty and others, who could no longer restrain themselves, stood in the alchemical array. Following them were Barbara and Hank's apprentices.

"You... How dare you!" Seeing her own apprentices enter the alchemical array without a word of greeting, Barbara was furious. If Lynn hadn't allowed that apprentice to leave, things wouldn't have escalated to this point.

"It's useless!" Lynn shook his head.

These wizard apprentices joined the "Bloodthorn" for one purpose—to become official wizards. Faced with the temptation of promotion, no one could resist, no matter what he did.

"This is quite interesting," Leia chuckled softly.

The onlookers among the wizards were also curious about whether the alchemical array was as amazing as Nos claimed.

Nos finished the red wine on his table, gazing at the 100-plus apprentices inside the alchemical array with a satisfied smile. He lightly tapped his wand, and the entire alchemical array was activated.

Fine runes shimmered with a dark green aura, followed by a strong surge of magical power radiating from the alchemical array.

"Hank, what the hell are you doing, Nos?" Hank angrily berated.

Nos didn't reply but muttered somewhat nervously, "Since y'all want to increase your magical power, I'll grant your wish!"

After absorbing the power of dozens of wizard apprentices, the power of the alchemical array was becoming increasingly potent.

On the side, Leia seemed to suddenly realize something, as if a chill shot up from the soles of her feet to her heart. She shouted in terror, "This is wrong! It's the Soul-Devouring Array of the Necromancer Merk!"

"Are you crazy, Nos?" Barbara's face displayed an expression of disbelief.

Nos's lips curled, and he laughed manically. "Of course not, Barbara! Water the most vibrant thorn with blood, that's the purpose of 'Bloodthorn,' isn't it?"

Over three years ago, the Necromancer Merk had used the blood of Mindreaper to set up an alchemical array, sacrificing an entire village and numerous apprentices within the School of Mystical Arts, using thousands of souls as nourishment, in an attempt to enter the realm of legendary wizards.

Although the Necromancer Merk had failed, his power had increased significantly. He could even contend with several grand wizards sent by the Council.

Nos wasn't greedy. The realm of legendary wizards was still far away for him. He just wanted to become a true grand wizard with the help of this power.

"Come, all of you will become part of the esteemed Grand Wizard Nos!" Nos raved.

"Madman, he's gone insane, kill him!" Leia shouted loudly.

The twenty or so wizards in the banquet hall were also burning with anger. They raised their hands to cast spells, ready to tear this lunatic to shreds.

Hank, in the heat of the moment, even forgot that they were indoors. He raised his hand to unleash a Fireball spell, intending to blast Nos and the alchemical array to bits.

But in the next moment, Hank felt his soul disturbed, as if something had violently pierced his head. The pain caused him to convulse, and the fiery ball exploded on the spot...

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