The Vastness of Magical Destiny

Lord Komer seemed to discern something from the words of the Cathedral Grand Mage of Pericles Church. Could it be that this fellow still had something worthwhile to discuss with him? He knew all about Bear’s background, which meant that all his secrets were in this man’s hands. What was he planning to do?

Seeing the suspicious gaze that Komer cast his way, Deneby’s internal joy was undiminished. It seemed that his opponent had not realized the value of the items carried by the Muxi Sect member, or perhaps he didn’t even know what those things were. This was excellent, as it would greatly minimize any risks.

"Lord Komer, I have a proposal for you. Surely, you must see that the current situation is not in your favor. I know that you still have fight left in you, but even so, the outcome would likely be difficult for you to accept. The Thunderhorse Knights and Heavenly Peng Knights could cause immense damage, and we have more mages than your Mage Corps. Now that your Star Space Formation is contained, it’s time for our mages to counterattack. Thunder Peng’s attacks are not enough to reverse your disadvantage. Why don’t you try again? I assure you that half of your Thunder Pengs will not take to the skies again," Deneby asserted, his subsequent words carrying an unmistakable threat.

"Sir Deneby, I don’t care who you are, I don’t want to waste time. If you really have something to say, I’ll give you one chance. If you wish to use this to stall for time, I regret to inform you that you will not succeed," Komer said, not wanting to think any further. If he couldn’t deal with this man before resolving the Bear matter in Trajan, then the outcome of this war might truly be unpredictable. The opposing knights’ strength was simply too formidable, and he had underestimated his enemy, never anticipating that the Thunderhorse Knights and Sky Peng Knights would join forces to aid the people of Galle. It seemed he had underestimated the Church of Light’s wariness of him.

"Very well, I believe our Pericles Church and Lord Komer do not share any deep-seated grudges. The stance of the Court and St. Vasily Church does not represent our Pericles Church’s position. We understand and support Lord Komer’s approach in Homer and Poznan. The demands of the people for faith should not be coerced, but guided. I sincerely hope that Lord Komer can provide us with as much convenience as possible for the Church of Light, within this principle," Deneby said, somewhat awkwardly. He didn’t know how to broach his true intentions, and it was difficult to suddenly change tack in the midst of real battle. He had to use these roundabout words to build a bridge.

Komer too felt the difference; this fellow was now discussing religious policy with him at such a critical moment. Could it be that he was really trying to stall for time? Didn’t he find that a bit too naïve? As mana surged to its peak within him, Komer didn’t want to waste any more time. A dark light burst forth from his Black Crystal Staff.

"Sir Deneby, what are you trying to imply? If you have nothing else to say, I think it’s time we had a real contest," Komer pressed.

Noticing his impatience, Deneby couldn’t help but detest his own lack of eloquence, "Lord Komer, please wait. I think I can first express my goodwill."