The world doesn't need succubi to save it.

Someone may have nothing at this moment, but one day they will grow up and become the person they once hoped to be.

“I can’t rely on you forever. I… still have some self-respect.”

Jiang Wan is now stronger than Ning Feng, and Xi Lin is even a legendary expert. Given such a difference in strength, it would be unrealistic to say that Ning Feng feels no resentment at all.

But this was not a negative emotion; rather, it was a driving force that motivated him to move forward.

"So, just consider this my whim, let me go alone."

"Okay?"

After Ning Feng finished speaking, the room fell silent, and even Xilin stopped sobbing.

Staring blankly at Ning Feng, Jiang Wan recalled what Xilin had told her before:

“You can’t keep him in this small town forever; it’s too small.”

No matter how gentle he may seem, Ning Feng is still a beast, with a fierce desire hidden in his heart.

He wanted to become stronger, to truly conquer every inch of territory within his sight.

It can't be stopped.

Jiang Wan understood this perfectly well; she couldn't stop Ning Feng.

"...Then promise me one thing."

Jiang Wan sighed deeply, then grasped Ning Feng's hand tightly, staring into his eyes as she said:

"Come back alive."

Rankings don't matter, as long as you're alive, that's enough. I don't want to read your eulogy.

"of course."

Ning Feng gripped Ning Feng's hand firmly, his smile resolute, without a trace of confusion.

It's impossible to die.

It's impossible for me to die in this lifetime.

……

……

Ning Feng and Jiang Wan left first, and Xilin returned to her bedroom from her lab, dining room, and cozy home.

Huddled at the head of the bed, clutching her pillow, Shirley broke down again when she was alone...

"I'm so stupid, really! How could I not have thought he would participate?"

"Such a good opportunity, I could have gone to the scene to protect him, but now I can only stay at home and watch."

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There was once an opportunity presented to me, but I didn't cherish it. If I had another chance, I hope it would be...

After grieving deeply for a long time, Xilin gradually came to her senses from her regret.

When problems arise, we shouldn't just feel sad; we should also think of ways to solve them.

"Should we ask them for a new invitation?"

If we ask Jasmine's family, we should be able to get it, but that would inevitably lead to owing them some unnecessary "favors".

"It's still not worth the effort; the cost is too high, it's not worth it..."

The Silver Council rushes to deliver resources to the Legends, isn't it all to build goodwill and do them a favor?

Surely no one really thinks that nobles are a group of kind-hearted people full of love who would selflessly help others?

Stop dreaming, they're very realistic.

"Instead of doing that, I might as well just go to the black market and get an invitation myself."

Although Shirin didn't emphasize it much, she wasn't short of money, and it would be best if this matter could be resolved with money.

No need to spend a lot of favors or engage in face-to-face negotiations; money can solve everything. This sounds incredibly reassuring to people with social anxiety and autism.

She skillfully logged into a secret resource trading website. Before she could even search, her eyes were drawn to the huge banner on the homepage.

"This is……"

The entire page, every single ad space, is occupied by the same message.

Breaking news! Archmage Augustus will attend this year's Star Chaser competition!

"Augustus?"

In that instant, Shirin stared wide-eyed in disbelief, and in her shock, she realized something.

"It's over..."

"I really can't get tickets this time!"

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Chapter 180 Inside and Outside the Storm (Second Update! Please Subscribe!)

Augustus Adolf.

This name may be unfamiliar to those below the legendary level, or even unheard of.

But for legends and some spellcasters, this name is absolutely legendary!

[Forbidden Spell Master], [Archmage], [Magic Writer], [Adolf the Slayer]...

A legendary figure, a legendary mage among legendary mages.

She once achieved the astonishing feat of completely destroying a secret underground city of dark elves in half a day, fighting and annihilating several legendary dark elf matriarchs within it.

Faced with the frenzied counterattack of tens of thousands of dark elves, he did not hesitate at all, choosing to bury them in the dark underground and crush them into dust.

None were spared.

Such a record alone is not enough to shock Shirin.

Destruction is always the easiest thing to do, and Shirin's background in the knowledge system means she doesn't have much desire or interest in destruction.

Creation is always harder than destruction.

Compared to Augustus's terrifying strength, his mastery of magic was even more astonishing!

Augustus was an incredibly prolific legendary mage and a prolific creator of spells.

Of the more than thirty legendary spells that are currently in the hands of legendary mages and can be called "forbidden spells," nearly half of them were created by Augustus or were improved and optimized by him.

half!

This isn't some simple spell like "Hand of Magic" or "Flash of Light"; it's a legendary spell!

He voluntarily shared these forbidden spells with others.

Not only did he forbid spells, but he also spearheaded reforms to many low-level spells, significantly increasing their power.

[Augustus Specialized Demon Sword], [Augustus Demon-Slaying Battle Axe], [Augustus Thunder Chain Whip]...

Compared to the excellent results, the slightly increased difficulty in mastering the improved version is nothing.

It can be said that Augustus single-handedly led the magical reforms of an era, making him the absolute leader.

Moreover, he never took credit for himself and never used these spells to gain anything other than fame. He always lived in seclusion and devoted himself to research.

Augustus was most active nearly three hundred years ago, and only in recent decades did he gradually fade into obscurity and cease publishing related papers.

A figure who can be called a monument.

Such a person, regardless of the era, would be revered as a god by others.

And yet, this extraordinary figure, who had been out of the public eye for decades and had disappeared from the world, suddenly announced his attendance at an entertainment-oriented show called "Star Chaser"!

The effect was predictable.

She couldn't fathom how Jaslin's family had managed to get this important person to come, but Shirley could perfectly imagine what was going to happen.

This is no longer at the level of dropping a torpedo into the ocean.

This is like stuffing a nuclear bomb into a fishpond!

Even if Augustus's appearance is just a gimmick and he only makes a brief appearance at the opening ceremony, this season of "Star Chaser" will definitely be a huge hit!

It's generating a lot of buzz and anticipation.

Contestants who sense an opportunity will participate at all costs.

However, there won't be a situation where fourth-tier individuals are everywhere; truly powerful figures still won't participate.

Augustus's status was so high that lower-level Awakened Ones had no way of even hearing about him.

Moreover, Augustus had publicly stated on several occasions that he would no longer take on apprentices, which extinguished the restless hearts of many.

Compared to the favor of bigwigs, solid resources are more important.

No longer looking at the login screen, Shirin's mood plummeted again, and she hugged her knees, sobbing:

"It's over, there's absolutely no way I can get a ticket..."

No need to look anymore, this matter is already a done deal.

Whether they are newly emerged legends who admire Augustus and are trying to get close to him, or legends who are already familiar with him, they will all be very interested in attending this ceremony.

Without a doubt, Jasmine's family will become incredibly popular in a very short time after releasing this news.

Even if I were to ask for another invitation now, I doubt I'd be able to get a good spot.

and……

"There will definitely be a lot of people then."

When there are too many people, things become chaotic, and meaningless interactions begin that are nothing more than a source of torment.