321 Contract Trap Part 1 (1/2)

Contract magic had its roots in divine spells. It was then altered by humans in such a way that even without the supervision of the gods the contract magic would be effective and would bind both parties together.

This showed that humans then already had the powers to replace the gods and they had the advantage of not being bound by the restrictions of the dimension. If humans had not lost their powers for no apparent reason, the dimensions next to the Myers Mainland might have been conquered by humans.

Even though contract magic was unique, it was a magic that showed fairness. One could not force another party to sign the contract. The deed could only be done when both parties were willing.

As for a contract trap, it was to make use of a loophole in the contract magic to make a supposedly fair contract become dangerous assaultive magic.

When it came to contract magic, there were only four grades in this world.

Grade-1 to grade-3 was a grade in itself, and they were low grade professionals. Grade-4 to grade-6 was another grade, and these professionals were a backbone of the world. Grade-7 to grade-9 was a formidable force in this world. Above grade-9 was the last grade, and anyone within this grade could have the chance to gain powers like those of ancient humans.

Contract magic could not be effective over more than two grades. In other words, a sorcerer could not sign a contract with a low-grade professional, only with a middle-grade one. If one was signed with a low-grade professional, the low-grade professional's benefits would not be protected.

Contract magic was another more well-rounded magic. When it came to contract traps, there were many restrictions. Even if one was not a mage, one should understand the idea behind it. To let the three kings fall into a magic trap was too difficult, but the harder something was, the greater the rewards.

”I have thought about it carefully before coming. The three kings are restricted to a grade slightly lower than grade-9 in this dimension. If they see through the contract trap, it will be almost impossible for us to live,” Aini said seriously while Saleen listened attentively.

”But if it succeeds, with us together and the three kings behind us, even two grade-9 professionals wouldn't be a match for us. If we split, we can face against a grade-9 professional. Aren't the rewards enormous?”

Saleen nodded and Aini continued talking, ”Since it is big, it is worth it if we give up a little more, right?”

”Yes.”

”Think, what do you have on hand that might interest the three kings?”

Saleen had thought long and hard about this. He had no idea what they were looking for. If he knew he would have set up a magic trap and immediately taken action once Aini arrived.

”Then let us think from another perspective. Which of the three kings do you think is easiest to deal with?”

”Diyabannersa… no, Banchajanna. No, that doesn't work either, maybe Judikaka is the easiest to deal with.” Saleen realized with Aini's question that despite him observing the three kings for so long, he was unable to easily point out their weaknesses.

He had mentioned Diyabannersa first because he was the least intelligent among the three of them. However, because he was not as intelligent as the rest he used brute force to solve problems. Such an existence was hard to deal with and no matter what tricks one thought of, it would be useless if he went around attacking people.

As for Banchajanna, even though he was not as smart as Judikaka, he was a confused soul and could not control himself. When the first problem arose, Banchajanna had almost gotten Saleen killed. The second time, Banchajanna had let the black bishop from the Holy See go. He had brought about countless problems for Saleen.

If the black bishop had been killed there they would not have come up with such big plans, though the Holy See would still continue sending people to investigate. Now that the black bishop had brought back news of where the infidels were, the Holy See had not left much time for Saleen.

For someone who could not even control his own existence, Saleen could not think of a stable trap that Banchajanna would fall for.

Even though Judikaka was the smartest among them, he was the one that seemed most willing to make deals. He was not willing to solve problems with violence. If given the right method Judikaka could be the easiest to trick at the end of the day. This deduction left Saleen a little surprised, but made sense at the same time.

”Relatively easy? It still requires considerable bait, right?” Aini had not thought much about this. The Clyde family was rich and they had power and mages, but that was not enough to entice a death king. Aini was only responsible for the family business in the city and he could not assemble all the power from the Clyde family.

He wanted to set the bait right now too, but he did not have any in his hands. He could only look expectantly towards Saleen.

Saleen knew now was not the time to be stingy, but what was most troublesome was that he did not know what the three kings wanted. When someone did not have any desire, he would not have any weakness. The three kings definitely desired something, but Saleen had no idea what it was.

If all the mages from Sregl Island were there, there would not be a problem. He could solve his problem with brute force. Now Saleen only had two grade-4 and two grade-5 mages with him. As for the rest, they would not even be able to withstand a breath by the three kings. Together with Saleen and Aini, there were only six people there that could survive longer than ten seconds when facing off against the three kings.

When the energy reached a certain limit, tricks would be useless.