Chapter 149 - 148. New Bounties
Phantom Blackwood’s voice, calm and calculating, hung in the air like a spell. The words struck a chord in the hearts of the pirates. They paused, looking at one another, the allure of treasure far more compelling than pursuing the vanished Phantoms.
The decision was unanimous. Without another word, the pirates turned their backs on the hunt and rushed toward the entrance of the secret realm, their greed driving them forward. The temptation of untold riches was too powerful to resist.
Isadora Nightkiss, however, was different. she dashed away, her form blending with the shadows as she began her pursuit of the Phantom Pirates. She wouldn’t let them slip away so easily. Back at the entrance to the secret realm, chaos reigned. The Kong Family’s guards and attendants were overwhelmed, helpless in the face of the rushing pirates.
"Where are the elders? The Family Head?" one of the Kong Family members muttered, fear creeping into his voice as he watched the scene unfold. They could only hope that reinforcements would arrive soon to bring order to the chaos that had erupted at their doorstep.
For now, all they could do was wait and watch as the pirates swarmed into the secret realm, eager to claim whatever lay within. The situation had spiraled out of control, and the repercussions were bound to be severe.
In the midst of the chaos unfolding at the Kong Family Secret Realm entrance, four seemingly ordinary practitioners made their way calmly along the streets of Rich Berg Island. Unbeknownst to the frenzied pirates and the Kong Family guards, these individuals were none other than Tyler, Lily, Mana, and Astrid, all expertly disguised to blend into the crowd.
As they walked, Isadora Nightkiss dashed past them, her eyes sharp and focused as she searched for the elusive Phantom Pirates. She paid no attention to the four practitioners, completely unaware that they were, in fact, the very people she was seeking.
Lily couldn’t help but tease Tyler as they strolled along. "I didn’t know you had more of those Master Level Disguise Charms," she said with a smirk, her tone playful. Inwardly, she added, *’Even though we only bought one.’* Tyler chuckled awkwardly in response, casting a glance at Astrid, who was also in disguise.
Their walk soon led them to a quiet part of the island, where Tyler turned to Astrid with a serious expression. "I think this is goodbye," he said, his voice tinged with both sadness and finality.
Astrid, ever graceful, bowed her head in gratitude. "Thank you for everything," she said sincerely. Mana, ever affectionate, pulled Astrid into a tight hug, and Astrid returned the embrace warmly.
"Please tell Silvia, Darla, and Mr. Taka my goodbye," Astrid added softly, her eyes glistening with emotion. Lily, ever efficient, quickly grabbed Astrid by the arm, and with a nod to the others, they disappeared towards the sea.