Chapter 111: Protection Jade (2/2)

”We need to go back,” Reece walked over to Arthur and the latter nodded. He knew they couldn't do anything in their current state. As he tried walking with the others toward the teleportation circle, the grandmaster stopped him.

”Young man, please stay here for a while. She can stay as well.”

Arthur looked bewildered and sought Ivy, who nodded back at him. In the end, the evacuation was completed and only the grandmaster, the association's masters and staff, and Arthur and Ivy remained.

The place was still being bombarded by the Iron Dome, but the rest entered a teleportation hall that was reinforced by runes. Arthur felt quite regretful that such a magical place was being ruined, but he knew greater things were at risk.

”Young man, you've tried to warn us at the cost of endangering yourself. How would you handle the aftermaths of your actions?” The grandmaster asked after he came over.

His words were true. Although he had spoken the truth, he would still be in danger since he revealed his identity. First was the royal family, who might not think Alfred betrayed them and would try to shift the blame to him. The second was the seven families realizing he was the one who broke the trial.

However, Arthur was helpless this time. He tried to act cautiously but his Legacy Quest has forced him to reveal himself now, even if he came out as the hero. For the Yalen royal family, Arthur wasn't that afraid of them. After all, most nations have now witnessed his honesty, even if they were doubtful of the source of his information.

As for the Seven Families and the trial, he can do nothing but stay low and have an escape plan for him and his family. He was sure that Si would help him escape if pushes came to shoves, and there was also Yuran.

”I have no choice but to fend for myself,” Arthur answered with determination. He could always hide in the mountains with the goblins until he grew stronger.

”That's true, but it doesn't need to be this way.” The grandmaster nodded with a smile. ”You've shown your capabilities in runes, and that's all the association cares about. Sadly, we'll have to delay the last region for now, but I believe you would emerge victoriously.”

Everything the grandmaster said sounded sincere and Arthur nodded thankfully. Now that he looked at him, the grandmaster somehow reminded him of Mr. Tate with his thin hair and wrinkles under his eyes, making Arthur trust him instinctively.

”That's why, please keep this.” The grandmaster took out a jade badge from his robes and handed it over. The association's emblem was craved on it and it radiated the power of runes. ”If you don't know what this is, it's a Protection Jade. We give it to runes master who can be endangered.”

”This... Thank you.” Arthur mumbled a few incoherent words but the grandmaster shook his head.

”You've earned it,” The grandmaster said with a smile. ”Activating it will teleport you and anyone you choose to the Runes City, Runera, where you'll be safe. If anyone asks about its origin, tell them it was Grandmaster Kiren.”

”I feel nothing but honor and gratitude, Grandmaster Kiren.” Arthur held the badge with gratitude as he bowed slightly. ”It's a bit late, but my name is Arthur Silvera.” He felt that he needed to introduce himself.

”Haha, I already know that, young man. Take care of yourself until we meet again.” The grandmaster said and guided him and Ivy toward one of the teleportation circles that would send them back to Yalen.

”Another thing is…” Grandmaster Kiren hesitated. ”The Iron Dome is heading toward Yalen, as you have expected. Can you tell me how did you learn of that?”

”Oh,” Arthur blanked for a second. ”I simply overheard that conversation walking through Yalenia.” The grandmaster looked at him meaningfully and then asked something else.

”As for your actions in the first region…” The grandmaster asked and Arthur nodded his head.

”It's a shame, but Tyrin, the person you've tried stopping, has disappeared amid the chaos. Please be careful. I'll send word to the branch in Yalen to arrest him if they see him.”

The teleportation then activated and the hall glowed bright light-pink. Arthur looked at Reece the moment before they were teleported, but the man who Reece controlled was holding his head and looking around confused.

”Goodbye, Arthur Silvera. If we ever meet again, let's work together on some projects.” Grandmaster Kiren smiled before Arthur and Ivy got teleported back to Yalen.