Chapter 385: Death (1/2)

”Are we going already, Master?” Aleshia asked.

”Yes. Let's go before it gets dark,” Lawrend replied.

They left Kenova in the inn and headed outside. They rode another long carriage and headed to the south gate of the city.

Half an hour later, they arrived at the Turtlelake Forest. Lawrend blew his flute, and Clova appeared from the skies.

”Human, where are we going next?” Clova asked.

”For now, let's go to the Turtle Lake,” Lawrend replied.

This lake was located at the very center of the Turtlelake Forest. It was also the reason why the forest was named so.

The lake was shaped like a Turtle on the map, so the name stuck after that.

”Hm? What are you going to do there?” Clova asked.

She assumed that they would head to another city next.

”I have to do something first,” Lawrend replied.

Since this lake was deep in the forest, there would almost be no people in it. It was the perfect place for him to drain his mana without worrying about making a commotion.

”Okay.” Clova nodded her head.

She carried them on her back and flew south for a few seconds before she landed on the shore of the lake.

”The water is very clear and nice,” Lawrend said as he looked at his clear reflection on the lake.

They stood beside the lakeshore and admired the scenery around them.

”It's almost dark. Let's set up camp first,” Lawrend said.

As you know, he was very knowledgeable about survival skills. He propped up several makeshift tents using large leaves and long branches.

Once that was done, the sky had already darkened. The crickets around them started making noises, and bats started flying everywhere.

”Okay. Everyone, pay attention to me. If I show any weird signs, tell each other and plan a course of action,” Lawrend said as he looked at all of his maids.

”Yes, Master,” Aleshia replied.

Everyone immediately became worried when they heard that he was about to start.

They circled around him as he sat on the ground cross-legged.

”Elena, you know what to do, right?” Lawrend turned to her.

”Yes, Master,” Elena replied.

She had already done this before, so she was more prepared. Elena kneeled in front of Lawrend and pulled him to a kiss.

”!”

Lawrend was startled. He didn't expect her to kiss him.

Suddenly, he felt his lightning mana leave his body and flow to his lips before being swallowed by Elena.

Lawrend recovered his calm and closed his eyes. He helped her absorb his mana by controlling his lightning mana and pushing it out of his lips.

Elena happily absorbed his mana. It was delicious and nourishing for her. She wanted to use them, but she knew that she would have to return them to him later.

That's why she simply stored his Diving Lightning Mana inside his body.

Everyone watched with bated breath as Lawrend's strength slowly declined. He became a True Mage again after a dozen minutes.