Wizards pursue the truth

Chapter 145 [145] Beware of Beings in Human Skin

The Eagle's territory is located in the most remote part of the Underdark headquarters and has the fewest number of wizard cities under its jurisdiction.

Due to the geographical location of the area, the concentration of natural particle energy is not high.

As compensation, the stipends for holding the position of wizard are generally higher than those for wizards in other jurisdictions.

A winged griffin streaked across the sky, its body reaching five meters in size, and its wingspan an astonishing twelve meters.

Wang Ya stood in front of the flying griffin, wearing a wooden mask somewhat similar to that of the Dream Wizard, but with a burning red lotus pattern on it. He looked down at the forest below, a faint energy shield protecting him from the howling winds.

Beyond this mountain range lies the city of Skywing Wizards.

The griffin beneath his feet was temporarily used in the previous wizarding city, and as a Child of Darkness, he had this privilege.

The reason why Skywing Wizard City is named Skywing is because it raises flying griffins.

It can be used as a means of transportation for wizards to travel between places.

There are also some extraordinary creatures that serve as mounts, distributed among the corresponding wizard cities in other jurisdictions.

Zack pressed down his robes, which were billowing in the wind, and said with great displeasure, "What kind of backwater is this Skywing Wizard City? They don't even have a teleportation array installed. Even if it's poor, it shouldn't be this poor."

He wasn't extravagant enough to use a particle energy shield. Puppet wizards have weak bodies and scarce particle energy; they mostly rely on manipulating puppets in battle.

Of course, there was another side. Zak'Anton stuck his head out, glanced at the height below, and his face instantly turned pale. He quickly took a deep breath and retreated.

The Wizard City, with its pillar industry, has not installed a teleportation array. Wang Ya glanced at the flying griffin beneath his feet, a thoughtful look in his eyes.

In the afterglow of the setting sun, a magnificent wizard city stands below, surrounded by plains and mountains that stretch far into the distance, casting a huge shadow that even reaches above the clouds.

That is the boundary of the Condor Heroes' territory, the Apollo Mountains, which is also the spine of the Wizarding World, spanning the inner and outer regions, and is said to originate from the core area.

The distance is very far. If an ordinary person were to walk through the mountains, they might not be able to get out even after a lifetime.

On the other side of the mountains lies the border of a wizarding force called the "Natural Ring Tower".

The flying griffins landed at the city gate, attracting the attention of many wizards, mostly from the wilderness, with very few from the main community.

"Let me make this clear first, Wang Yahalak, I am absolutely not your follower, and I will not do anything for you." Zak Anton straightened his robes and said with a sour face, "You'd better not let people misunderstand and make it seem like I, Zak Anton, am weaker than you."

Several figures dressed in wizard robes and bearing the insignia of law enforcement wizards approached. The leader was a middle-aged man around forty years old, with a hooked nose, blue eyes, and a thick smile on his lips.

"But the wizards at headquarters, my name is Murphy, and I am the captain of the law enforcement squad of Skywing Wizard City."

"That's right, we're from headquarters. Ask this guy about the others." Zak Antuen pointed at Wang Ya, then walked past the law enforcement wizards and headed into the city.

This attitude made many law enforcement wizards tremble with embarrassment; it was truly impolite.

Wang Ya had no intention of hiding his completion of the wizard's mission; in some aspects, he still needed to consult these law enforcement wizards.

"Hello, Wizard Murphy, my name is Arthur." Wang Ya smiled and extended his palm.

Perhaps it was a habit he had developed over time, but Wang Ya subconsciously said Arthur's name.

"So it's Wizard Arthur. What brings you to Skywing Wizard City? Is there anything we can do to help?" Murphy shook hands with Wang Ya, staring at the Red Lotus Mask, and said very enthusiastically.

"It concerns a wizarding mission, specifically the death of the blood wizard 'Klaue'."

When Murphy heard this, his pupils visibly contracted for a moment, but quickly returned to normal, and he acted as if nothing had happened.

"I remember that the matter has been settled, and the relevant information report was uploaded by the wizard of the city lord's mansion."

Wang Ya's observation skills have always been very sharp. He noticed something unusual about Murphy and then glanced at the law enforcement wizards behind him with a subtle look.

At least half of the law enforcement wizards showed signs of tension in their micro-expressions.

It seems there really are some issues surrounding the death of the blood wizard Crow.

Wang Ya was somewhat alarmed. This information was reported by the city lord's wizard. Could it be that even the city lord's mansion was deliberately concealing the truth?

At the same time, I also became a little curious.

What could possibly be so surprising about a second-level wizard apprentice that both the law enforcement wizards and the city lord's mansion wizards would want to hide it from him? These are two different organizations.

If any favoritism or fraud is discovered, reporting it will result in a promotion and transfer from the original wizard city, along with a substantial reward. This is unless the blood wizard knows something, or there are other reasons that lead to a tacit agreement between the two parties to fabricate the situation.

The exact cause of the Blood Wizard Crow's death will only be determined after he enters Wizard City and learns about the relevant circumstances.

As a dark place, Wang Ya also has an obligation to deal with such matters.

The True Sight Sphere is stored in the cuff and remains active throughout, recording the conversations and the viewpoints.

"The report from the city lord's mansion says he died during a mission to exterminate supernatural beings. Captain Murphy, could you tell me about this wizard, Crow? He seems to be a member of the law enforcement wizards as well."

"No problem, Wizard Arthur, whatever you want to know, I'll tell you."

Inside the mansion in Wizard City.

Murphy invited Wang Ya to a small banquet, while a group of law enforcement wizards patrolled the city.

"Crow was unlucky. He was originally the most talented and outstanding among us law enforcement wizards. But he lost his life while eliminating the supernatural creatures that were causing trouble in the mortal kingdoms," Murphy said with a tone of regret and sorrow.

Something's off about this guy!

They're being a bit too enthusiastic.

Wang Ya sneered inwardly. He didn't think the wizards would be so enthusiastic. Even wizards in higher positions who wanted to curry favor with wizards from the headquarters wouldn't be so eager and attentive.

"The records are in the City Lord's Mansion, right? Could Wizard Murphy act as an intermediary? I'd like to meet with the wizard in charge at the City Lord's Mansion to discuss reviewing the relevant records."

Wang Ya picked up a cup of strong milk tea, blew on the scalding steam, and a faint blue glint flashed in her pupils.

"Of course, I'm acquainted with the wizards managing the city lord's mansion. If Wizard Arthur wishes, I can even introduce you to the city lord himself," Murphy replied readily.

[Target: Murphy]

[Skill Level: Level Two Wizard Apprentice]

【Mental Power: 23】

【constitution:???】

[Details: The wizard's condition is abnormal; their physical body and mental energy do not match. They have undergone some kind of special magical surgery, and their mental energy is connected to an unknown area within the city. Would you like a detailed analysis of their physical condition?]

With that expression, Wang Ya smiled and said, "It would be wonderful if Wizard Murphy was willing to help."

My heart was shaken.

The Murphy in front of me is not Murphy, but an unknown entity disguised as Murphy!

Could it be that those law enforcement wizards who display micro-expressions are also in this situation?

Wang Ya felt like he had grasped something; could it be that Crow's death was also related to this situation?

If even the law enforcement wizards are in this state, what about the city lord's mansion, plus the news of Crow's death?

Thinking hard!

Update complete for today, 14,000 words. Goodnight. Tomorrow's update will be a little later; I'm going back to my hometown.

(End of this chapter)