Chapter 360: Will It Succeed?
The lingering stench of blood hung heavy in the air. Professor Duncan’s death had caused the already oppressive atmosphere to plunge entirely into a freezing point.
Celia stood by Ansu’s side, gazing at the striking pool of crimson on the floor, her eyes filled with sorrow.
Ansu said nothing, only gently squeezing her ice-cold hand.
The two walked through the silent corridor, heading side by side toward the medical wing, where several elders who were also afflicted by the curse lay.
Celia suddenly spoke up, “Why was Professor Duncan the first to die?”
Ansu pondered for a moment before replying, “Perhaps physical strength determines the order of the curse’s onset? Out of everyone cursed, Professor Duncan’s strength was the weakest.”
Professor Duncan was a pure magitech scholar who spent his entire life in laboratories dealing with runes and schematics; his actual combat capability was only around the level of a low-tier mage.
“That’s possible,” Celia forced a weak smile. “I’m the strongest among us. Maybe I can pull through.”
Looking at the fatigue she couldn't hide in her eyes, Ansu smiled and said, “Of course. You’ll be fine.”