'This is bad . '

Thales sighed internally . 'I didn't even have time to whip out JC's dagger . '

On the other hand, the stupefied Little Rascal sat on the ground and watched as the tip of a blade was pointed at Thales' neck .

The expression of every single person in the hall was unpleasant .

Only a split second had pa.s.sed from the moment Tolja broke the ceiling and entered the place to when he defeated five people continuously and took hold of Thales .

The hot-headed Kohen gritted his teeth and was about to charge forward when Miranda held him back .

The police officer recovered his attention and wiped away the blood under his nose . Glancing at the mess around him, and at the enemy who suddenly appeared, he recalled his teacher, Zedi's words in a daze . '"One day, when you realize that you can finish off a fight in the blink of an eye… Then you're probably approaching supreme cla.s.s . "'

'd.a.m.n it .

'So this newcomer…'

Kohen dug his nails into his palms and stared at the prince, who was being held at knifepoint . He felt extremely unhappy .

Raphael glanced at the Red Witch who was standing by the door, then at the Fire Knight and Thales . His expression was ambivalent .

"He actually came from above…" Wya stared at the broken ceiling in shock . He then looked at the debris around them .

Kohen gritted his teeth hard and his eyes were bloodshot . "We only needed a little more time…"

"What do we do now?" Sizing up the situation, Miranda sighed .

A round of applause rang from the thick door's direction .

"Fire Knight, you're indeed worthy of your reputation . " The Red Witch appeared in front of the thick door again and flashed a friendly smile . "Such splendid moves . "

Pouting, Tolja looked at Thales and stared at the blade by Thales' throat .

He seemed to be very dissatisfied with the situation at hand .

Thales smiled awkwardly at Tolja and tried his best to think of a way to free himself . Unfortunately, the chances of that seemed to be slim at the moment . There was the supreme cla.s.s Tolja, the mysterious Red Witch and the soldiers in the gatehouse .

"It was nothing much… None of them were in their best condition . " Tolja shook his head . "They were already injured, and with you disturbing their minds using your words, they couldn't even coordinate with each other properly .

Raphael and Miranda met eyes . Their breaths became hurried .

"An acrobat who only relies on psionic ability . " The Fire Knight glanced at the indignant Ralf, and then at Wya, who was supporting himself with his sword . "Impulsive and reckless lad . "

Tolja then glanced at the other three . "They are… not that great either . "

"You there, lad, nearing the supreme cla.s.s? Heh," Tolja said to Raphael in disdain, "With those powers that don't belong to you? You must be joking . "

Raphael's expression did not change, but Miranda's gaze flickered .

Tolja then s.h.i.+fted his gazed and stared profoundly at Miranda . "Little girl, you can show those moves of yours off in a one-on-one fight, but when it comes to vigorous battles… Hmph . "

Tolja turned to Kohen .

The police officer stared fiercely at him as well .

But Tolja suddenly laughed .

"You're not too bad, tall lad . " The Fire Knight nodded slowly and revealed an approving gaze . "Among all these people, you're the only one who knows how to kill efficiently .

Kohen froze .

"Perhaps you'll be the most successful one among them," Tolja said flatly .

Kohen stared at Thales, who was being held at knifepoint by Tolja . He felt a surge of irritation .

On the other hand, Thales glanced anxiously at all of the people on his side . However, they were all covered in wounds . They were fatigued and powerless .

Calshan stepped forward .

"The Red Witch is said to be a good liar, isn't it?" Raising her brows, Calshan's gaze was profound .

"However, a liar needs no tongue . " Staring at Raphael, whose expression could not be distinguished, the Red Witch flashed a slight smile . "You're not the only one who's stalling for time, my little friend from the Kingdom's Secret Intelligence Department . "

Tolja swept his gaze over the five people around him and furrowed his eyebrows .

"But… it's only these few people . Is it really necessary?"

The Fire Knight shook his head and revealed a disdainful expression . "The soldiers can totally defeat all of them . "

Calshan smiled without any hint of impatience .

"First of all, we want to capture them alive . Accidents happen easily during chaotic battles," the Red Witch said amiably .

"Second of all, forget about the others . " Calshan turned to face Raphael . Her gaze was indecipherable . "But this person . . .

"He is after all, approaching supreme cla.s.s . You may not be able to hold back, and end up killing him accidentally . " In the face of Raphael's unfriendly gaze, the Red Witch bluntly said, "Besides, he's from the Kingdom's Secret Intelligence Department and he may have other tricks up his sleeve . For example, Alchemy b.a.l.l.s, or committing suicide before he's captured .

"After all, I took great lengths to force him to show himself . "

Raphael said nothing .

"So"—Calshan flashed a smile once again—"my dear Raphael, can you hand over the Staff of Constellation to me now?"

Raphael seemed a little tired . He staggered .

Kohen wanted to reach out to him, but Raphael acted first and placed his hand on Ralf's shoulder to support himself .

Raphael leaned against Ralf's shoulder and panted a few times . He then steadied himself and fixated his gaze on the Red Witch .

There was a subtle change in his expression .

"The Staff of Constellation is not with me," the young man from the Kingdom's Secret Intelligence Department slowly said .

"You don't have the Staff of Constellation?" The Red Witch flashed a smile . The wrinkles at the corners of her eyes were slightly visible . "Without that equipment, why would Morat let you be responsible for the Blood Calamity?"

"We don't rely on any legendary anti-mystic equipment to control the calamity's movements," Raphael said coldly .

Madam Calshan said nothing . Instead, she stared quietly at Raphael .

"Your prince is right before your eyes," the Red Witch said softly . "You do know that your choice will affect his safety, don't you?"

Everyone turned to Thales .

Thales froze .

'What?

'My safety?'

But Thales furrowed his brows at this moment . He saw that Ralf was moving his shoulder and shaking Raphael's hand off while his back turned to the Red Witch .

The Phantom Wind Follower gestured subtly at Thales .

"Stall . "

Thales thought of something .

'Stall?'

Thales furrowed his brows . 'What is Raphael… waiting for?'

Raphael raised his head .

"I don't have it . " Focusing his gaze, Raphael still refused to budge . "Even if I did, I wouldn't give it to you . "

"Oh, is that so?" the Red Witch's tone was calm and natural . She sounded nonchalant .

But the next moment, her words made everyone frown .

"Alright, Lord Tolja," the old woman in the red robe said softly, "please cut off… one of the prince's fingers on my behalf . "

Thales gasped and widened his eyes .

'What?'

Raphael shut his eyes .

"Hey!" Kohen could not take it anymore and said in dissatisfaction, "He's just a child!"

Calshan curled up the corners of her lips, raised her arms to her stomach, and revealed her wrinkly hands . "He's a Jadestar, and a descendant of the Imperial Family .

"That's enough reason . "

Tolja furrowed his brows too . He swept his gaze past Thales' hand and turned to look at the Red Witch . He seemed dissatisfied . "Seriously? A little boy's finger?"

Staring at the Fire Knight, Calshan suddenly burst out in laughter .

"Of course it was a joke . "

Thales breathed a sigh of relief .

"The Staff of Constellation can be used to suppress most Mystics . " Calshan shook her head in resignation . She then revealed an amused gaze . "Of course it's worth more than a finger!

"How about an eyeball?"

Thales trembled violently again and almost cut himself on the blade .

"Umm, wait!"

Thales instantly raised his hands . However, Tolja immediately rotated his blade and instead pressed the face of the blade against Thales' skin . Thales felt a surge of chilliness .

"The-The Staff of Constellation, correct?"

This time, he successfully garnered everyone's attention .

Calshan looked at Thales .

"It's said that you're renowned for your precocity, Your Highness . " The Red Witch flashed a kind smile once again .

But at that moment, Thales wanted to stay as far away as possible from her smile .

Calshan spoke amiably, "Perhaps you would be able to convince him to work with us for the sake of keeping your body parts intact?"

Thales swallowed a mouthful of saliva and turned to look at Tolja, who was staring coldly at him . He then smiled awkwardly .

The second prince then looked at Raphael, but the latter only stared at his own feet .

Kohen nudged Raphael, but Raphael still did not reply .

Thales took a deep breath and looked at the Red Witch with a 'cooperative' expression .

'Stall for time . . .

'Right?'

"The Staff of Constellation . . . " Drenched in sweat, the second prince stared at the blade before his eyes . "That… Actually, Raphael indeed doesn't-doesn't have it with him . "　

Calshan stared at him without moving . She narrowed her eyes ever so slightly .

Thales felt his blood run cold from her stare, but he tried his best to keep the smile on his face .

"Is that so?" Finally, the Red Witch sighed . "Then one of your eyes will be gone .

Thales was shocked .

Calshan looked at Tolja and nodded slightly .

"Really?" Miranda said in dissatisfaction .

Kohen clenched his fists and coalesced his Power of Eradication .

Calshan narrowed her eyes and smiled . She shook her head at them .

"Hey, Madam Calshan . " Nonetheless, Tolja, who held Thales' life in his hands sighed and looked at Calshan . "He's only a child . "

Thales heaved a sigh of relief and looked gratefully at the Fire Knight .

"Is he?" Calshan raised her eyebrows . She then smiled . "Then, forget about it…"

Staring at the interaction between the Red Witch and the Fire Knight, Thales did not dare move at all .

"But Lord Tolja, I've heard that your artistry of wielding the knife is so refined and subtle that you can hit a flying fly?" The old woman smiled slightly .

Tolja narrowed his eyes .

The Red Witch gently said, "Why don't you show us…

"By cutting off his right eyelashes?"

Thales' heart clenched again!

'Right-right eyelashes?'

Tolja let out a snort of laughter and looked at Thales . He slowly moved the knife in his hand . "This, I can actually do…"

The golden blade grazed past Thales' eyelashes and stopped right in front of his forehead .

The tip of the blade was placed gently in front of Thales' right eye . Tolja seemed to be measuring the distance .

Tolja snorted softly, and the blade trembled a little . "Lad, don't blink… You'll regret it . "

Thales felt the cold blade grazing past his cheek . His heart beat rapidly .

'This…

'F*ck it . . . '

"Wait… I know!"

He could not take it anymore . He shouted before Tolja could cut off his eyelashes . "I know… I know where the Staff of Constellation is!"

This time, it was not only Calshan and Tolja who stared at him, even the Constellatiates looked at him .

Tolja pointed the tip of the blade at Thales' neck once again .

"The person from the Kingdom's Secret Intelligence Department doesn't know, but you do?" the Red Witch asked flatly . Her tone was filled with doubt .

Thales exhaled and blinked his right eye vigorously .

"It is after all, owned by the Jadestar Royal Family . " Recovering from the shock, Thales smiled awkwardly . "Besides, the Kingdom's Secret Intelligence Department did bring it here… because of the Blood Calamity . "

Calshan narrowed her eyes . "Oh?"

His gaze flickering, Thales tried his best to think about the situation at hand .

'I must find an excuse that's believable to her, to stall for time…'

"The Blood Calamity was sealed last night . " Panting slightly, Thales smiled in resignation . "But I'm certain that it was not the doing of the Soul Slayer Pike, or that knife owned by the Star Killer . "

The Red Witch furrowed her brows .

'It's true .

'When the Soul Slayer Pike, Severing Souls Blade, and their respective owners were found, the Blood Calamity had been sealed for a long time .

'So…'

"How do you know this?" Calshan said slowly .

Meanwhile, Raphael's gaze had changed . His expression was indecipherable .

"I just do . " Thinking hard, Thales licked his lips . "Another-Another person obtained the Staff of Constellation!

"He was the one who sealed that calamity . "

Calshan's expression finally froze momentarily .

Anxious as well as doubtful, Kohen and Miranda met eyes .

"Who?" Calshan said softly, "Who sealed the calamity?"

Taking a deep breath, Thales slowly uttered the answer he had thought of .

"A man… He was alone .

"He was a strange swordsman," he gritted his teeth and said, "and he was wielding a… strange, black longsword .

"The Staff of Constellation… was with him . "

Chapter 215: Stall. Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation This is bad . Thales sighed internally . I didnt even have time to whip out JCs dagger . On the other hand, the stupefied Little Rascal sat on the ground and watched as the tip of a blade was pointed at Thales neck . The expression of every single person in the hall was unpleasant . Only a split second had pa.s.sed from the moment Tolja broke the ceiling and entered the place to when he defeated five people continuously and took hold of Thales . The hot-headed Kohen gritted his teeth and was about to charge forward when Miranda held him back . The police officer recovered his attention and wiped away the blood under his nose . Glancing at the mess around him, and at the enemy who suddenly appeared, he recalled his teacher, Zedis words in a daze . One day, when you realize that you can finish off a fight in the blink of an eye… Then youre probably approaching supreme cla.s.s . d.a.m.n it . So this newcomer… Kohen dug his nails into his palms and stared at the prince, who was being held at knifepoint . He felt extremely unhappy . Raphael glanced at the Red Witch who was standing by the door, then at the Fire Knight and Thales . His expression was ambivalent . He actually came from above… Wya stared at the broken ceiling in shock . He then looked at the debris around them . Kohen gritted his teeth hard and his eyes were bloodshot . We only needed a little more time… What do we do now? Sizing up the situation, Miranda sighed . A round of applause rang from the thick doors direction . Fire Knight, youre indeed worthy of your reputation . The Red Witch appeared in front of the thick door again and flashed a friendly smile . Such splendid moves . Pouting, Tolja looked at Thales and stared at the blade by Thales throat . He seemed to be very dissatisfied with the situation at hand . Thales smiled awkwardly at Tolja and tried his best to think of a way to free himself . Unfortunately, the chances of that seemed to be slim at the moment . There was the supreme cla.s.s Tolja, the mysterious Red Witch and the soldiers in the gatehouse . It was nothing much… None of them were in their best condition . Tolja shook his head . They were already injured, and with you disturbing their minds using your words, they couldnt even coordinate with each other properly . Raphael and Miranda met eyes . Their breaths became hurried . An acrobat who only relies on psionic ability . The Fire Knight glanced at the indignant Ralf, and then at Wya, who was supporting himself with his sword . Impulsive and reckless lad . Tolja then glanced at the other three . They are… not that great either . You there, lad, nearing the supreme cla.s.s? Heh, Tolja said to Raphael in disdain, With those powers that dont belong to you? You must be joking . Raphaels expression did not change, but Mirandas gaze flickered . Tolja then s.h.i.+fted his gazed and stared profoundly at Miranda . Little girl, you can show those moves of yours off in a one-on-one fight, but when it comes to vigorous battles… Hmph . Tolja turned to Kohen . The police officer stared fiercely at him as well . But Tolja suddenly laughed . Youre not too bad, tall lad . The Fire Knight nodded slowly and revealed an approving gaze . Among all these people, youre the only one who knows how to kill efficiently . Kohen froze . Perhaps youll be the most successful one among them, Tolja said flatly . Kohen stared at Thales, who was being held at knifepoint by Tolja . He felt a surge of irritation . On the other hand, Thales glanced anxiously at all of the people on his side . However, they were all covered in wounds . They were fatigued and powerless . Calshan stepped forward . The Red Witch is said to be a good liar, isnt it? Raising her brows, Calshans gaze was profound . However, a liar needs no tongue . Staring at Raphael, whose expression could not be distinguished, the Red Witch flashed a slight smile . Youre not the only one whos stalling for time, my little friend from the Kingdoms Secret Intelligence Department . Tolja swept his gaze over the five people around him and furrowed his eyebrows . But… its only these few people . Is it really necessary? The Fire Knight shook his head and revealed a disdainful expression . The soldiers can totally defeat all of them . Calshan smiled without any hint of impatience . First of all, we want to capture them alive . Accidents happen easily during chaotic battles, the Red Witch said amiably . Second of all, forget about the others . Calshan turned to face Raphael . Her gaze was indecipherable . But this person . He is after all, approaching supreme cla.s.s . You may not be able to hold back, and end up killing him accidentally . In the face of Raphaels unfriendly gaze, the Red Witch bluntly said, Besides, hes from the Kingdoms Secret Intelligence Department and he may have other tricks up his sleeve . For example, Alchemy b.a.l.l.s, or committing suicide before hes captured . After all, I took great lengths to force him to show himself . Raphael said nothing . So—Calshan flashed a smile once again—my dear Raphael, can you hand over the Staff of Constellation to me now? Raphael seemed a little tired . He staggered . Kohen wanted to reach out to him, but Raphael acted first and placed his hand on Ralfs shoulder to support himself . Raphael leaned against Ralfs shoulder and panted a few times . He then steadied himself and fixated his gaze on the Red Witch . There was a subtle change in his expression . The Staff of Constellation is not with me, the young man from the Kingdoms Secret Intelligence Department slowly said . You dont have the Staff of Constellation? The Red Witch flashed a smile . The wrinkles at the corners of her eyes were slightly visible . Without that equipment, why would Morat let you be responsible for the Blood Calamity? We dont rely on any legendary anti-mystic equipment to control the calamitys movements, Raphael said coldly . Madam Calshan said nothing . Instead, she stared quietly at Raphael . Your prince is right before your eyes, the Red Witch said softly . You do know that your choice will affect his safety, dont you? Everyone turned to Thales . Thales froze . What? My safety? But Thales furrowed his brows at this moment . He saw that Ralf was moving his shoulder and shaking Raphaels hand off while his back turned to the Red Witch . The Phantom Wind Follower gestured subtly at Thales . Stall . Thales thought of something . Stall? Thales furrowed his brows . What is Raphael… waiting for? Raphael raised his head . I dont have it . Focusing his gaze, Raphael still refused to budge . Even if I did, I wouldnt give it to you . Oh, is that so? the Red Witchs tone was calm and natural . She sounded nonchalant . But the next moment, her words made everyone frown . Alright, Lord Tolja, the old woman in the red robe said softly, please cut off… one of the princes fingers on my behalf . Thales gasped and widened his eyes . What? Raphael shut his eyes . Hey! Kohen could not take it anymore and said in dissatisfaction, Hes just a child! Calshan curled up the corners of her lips, raised her arms to her stomach, and revealed her wrinkly hands . Hes a Jadestar, and a descendant of the Imperial Family . Thats enough reason . Tolja furrowed his brows too . He swept his gaze past Thales hand and turned to look at the Red Witch . He seemed dissatisfied . Seriously? A little boys finger? Staring at the Fire Knight, Calshan suddenly burst out in laughter . Of course it was a joke . Thales breathed a sigh of relief . The Staff of Constellation can be used to suppress most Mystics . Calshan shook her head in resignation . She then revealed an amused gaze . Of course its worth more than a finger! How about an eyeball? Thales trembled violently again and almost cut himself on the blade . Umm, wait! Thales instantly raised his hands . However, Tolja immediately rotated his blade and instead pressed the face of the blade against Thales skin . Thales felt a surge of chilliness . The-The Staff of Constellation, correct? This time, he successfully garnered everyones attention . Calshan looked at Thales . Its said that youre renowned for your precocity, Your Highness . The Red Witch flashed a kind smile once again . But at that moment, Thales wanted to stay as far away as possible from her smile . Calshan spoke amiably, Perhaps you would be able to convince him to work with us for the sake of keeping your body parts intact? Thales swallowed a mouthful of saliva and turned to look at Tolja, who was staring coldly at him . He then smiled awkwardly . The second prince then looked at Raphael, but the latter only stared at his own feet . Kohen nudged Raphael, but Raphael still did not reply . Thales took a deep breath and looked at the Red Witch with a cooperative expression . Stall for time . Right? The Staff of Constellation . Drenched in sweat, the second prince stared at the blade before his eyes . That… Actually, Raphael indeed doesnt-doesnt have it with him . 　 Calshan stared at him without moving . She narrowed her eyes ever so slightly . Thales felt his blood run cold from her stare, but he tried his best to keep the smile on his face . Is that so? Finally, the Red Witch sighed . Then one of your eyes will be gone . Thales was shocked . Calshan looked at Tolja and nodded slightly . Really? Miranda said in dissatisfaction . Kohen clenched his fists and coalesced his Power of Eradication . Calshan narrowed her eyes and smiled . She shook her head at them . Hey, Madam Calshan . Nonetheless, Tolja, who held Thales life in his hands sighed and looked at Calshan . Hes only a child . Thales heaved a sigh of relief and looked gratefully at the Fire Knight . Is he? Calshan raised her eyebrows . She then smiled . Then, forget about it… Staring at the interaction between the Red Witch and the Fire Knight, Thales did not dare move at all . But Lord Tolja, Ive heard that your artistry of wielding the knife is so refined and subtle that you can hit a flying fly? The old woman smiled slightly . Tolja narrowed his eyes . The Red Witch gently said, Why dont you show us… By cutting off his right eyelashes? Thales heart clenched again! Right-right eyelashes? Tolja let out a snort of laughter and looked at Thales . He slowly moved the knife in his hand . This, I can actually do… The golden blade grazed past Thales eyelashes and stopped right in front of his forehead . The tip of the blade was placed gently in front of Thales right eye . Tolja seemed to be measuring the distance . Tolja snorted softly, and the blade trembled a little . Lad, dont blink… Youll regret it . Thales felt the cold blade grazing past his cheek . His heart beat rapidly . This… F*ck it . Wait… I know! He could not take it anymore . He shouted before Tolja could cut off his eyelashes . I know… I know where the Staff of Constellation is! This time, it was not only Calshan and Tolja who stared at him, even the Constellatiates looked at him . Tolja pointed the tip of the blade at Thales neck once again . The person from the Kingdoms Secret Intelligence Department doesnt know, but you do? the Red Witch asked flatly . Her tone was filled with doubt . Thales exhaled and blinked his right eye vigorously . It is after all, owned by the Jadestar Royal Family . Recovering from the shock, Thales smiled awkwardly . Besides, the Kingdoms Secret Intelligence Department did bring it here… because of the Blood Calamity . Calshan narrowed her eyes . Oh? His gaze flickering, Thales tried his best to think about the situation at hand . I must find an excuse thats believable to her, to stall for time… The Blood Calamity was sealed last night . Panting slightly, Thales smiled in resignation . But Im certain that it was not the doing of the Soul Slayer Pike, or that knife owned by the Star Killer . The Red Witch furrowed her brows . Its true . When the Soul Slayer Pike, Severing Souls Blade, and their respective owners were found, the Blood Calamity had been sealed for a long time . So… How do you know this? Calshan said slowly . Meanwhile, Raphaels gaze had changed . His expression was indecipherable . I just do . Thinking hard, Thales licked his lips . Another-Another person obtained the Staff of Constellation! He was the one who sealed that calamity . Calshans expression finally froze momentarily . Anxious as well as doubtful, Kohen and Miranda met eyes . Who? Calshan said softly, Who sealed the calamity? Taking a deep breath, Thales slowly uttered the answer he had thought of . A man… He was alone . He was a strange swordsman, he gritted his teeth and said, and he was wielding a… strange, black longsword . The Staff of Constellation… was with him .