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Chapter 567 - 567 567 Not on the Same Level Anymore

567: Chapter 567: Not on the Same Level Anymore 567: Chapter 567: Not on the Same Level Anymore The King had directly proclaimed the breakthrough of Zhao Guang, who was, after all, a Great Mage of the Empire itself.

If he had been a Great Mage who had fully joined other Magic Organizations, it wouldn’t have caused such a sensation.

The Empire had seen such cases before, with various families funding such Great Mages.

But a Great Mage of noble birth was truly a rarity.

Especially one from such a powerful, influential noble family—truly unique and rare.

Not to mention others, even two Dukes were alarmed.

The message from His Majesty the King had both Dukes thinking that this development could only be beneficial for their families.

However, both had their own thoughts, given the country was at a particular juncture.

The King was old, but the choice of his successor was somewhat complicated.

Who would be chosen and ultimately rise to power was unclear.

In the end, both decided to wait and see and not make their stances known too quickly.

Nevertheless, Zhao Guang was truly impressive; it might be worth getting to know him first.

At the same time, the entire circle of nobles was shaken.

Think about it—among those of noble origin, how many years had it been since a Great Mage had emerged.

It was clear that, in the future, Zhao Guang could become a great noble, powerful in all respects.

Some even considered whether Zhao Guang might become the third Duke of the Empire.

Although it wasn’t highly likely, given his current trajectory, it wasn’t entirely out of the question.

At this moment, someone was more troubled than anyone else, and that was Marquis Coruas.

Due to his connection with the Prince, Marquis Coruas had been opposing Zhao Guang all along, even having gone so far as to blatantly send people to assassinate him.

The Xue Feng Thief Group still had members under Zhao Guang’s command.

That was all undeniable evidence, and he probably could not escape it easily.

The issue now was about finding a way to mend the relationship.

“Marquis Coruas, was there something you wanted to discuss with me?

Let me tell you, the new art is definitely the trend of the future.

Your old ways are useless; art will be replaced.”

Sikell had just entered and was already spouting off at Marquis Coruas.

Marquis Coruas waved his hand, and everyone else left the room, leaving only the two of them.

“What are you trying to do, let me tell you, I will never accept those dirty deals.”

Refusing dirty deals, as if you’re not the dirtiest.

The incidents that stirred in the Imperial City last year, behind them were your instigations.

Though the King didn’t announce it, who doesn’t know about this.

The two foolish Princes were expelled because of this affair, weren’t they?

Both had a chance to compete for the Kingship, but now that chance was shaken.

“Take a look at this,” Marquis Coruas handed a document to Sikell.

Being the Prince, Sikell had the ability to read documents quickly.

After rapidly scanning the document, his face filled with disbelief, he said, “Oh, how is this possible?

How could this bumpkin become a Great Mage?

It’s fake; it must be fake!”

Coruas looked at him helplessly: “It can’t be fake, after all, the announcement has already been issued.”

“Moreover, before this, His Majesty had Princess Caris confirm that Zhao Guang was already an Advanced Magic User, and a very powerful one at that, as well as a very powerful Advanced Warrior.”

“Impossible, he’s just a bumpkin.

How can he have such strength?

I don’t believe it.”

This idiot, with the facts right before him yet still not believing, truly a mindless fool.

“Is he really a bumpkin, though?

You know he has many powerful Magic Users and Alchemists behind him.

It’s possible that Zhao Guang’s origins aren’t that simple.”

“Is that so?” Hearing this, the Prince was more willing to accept it.

He was a thoroughbred believer in heritage; if someone of low origin achieved high status, he would never accept it.

But if the origin was very good, then acceptance came easier.

“We cannot oppose him now.

Therefore, we must apologize, and it must be in both our names.”

“Impossible, I will never apologize.

Even if his origin might be somewhat notable, he started as a merchant.

Being granted a noble title in our Empire shows that his original status couldn’t have been that high,”

How can I apologize, being a Prince and all?

What would that entail?

Coruas, with a headache, said, “This has to be done.

You must understand, he’s not on our level anymore.

As a Great Mage, his value is definitely not much less than that of a Duke.”

Dukes might manage to gather other Great Mages, but doesn’t a Great Mage have his own circle of friends?

Moreover, those summoned by a Duke, will they really fight to the death?

But Zhao Guang himself is different.

Most importantly, if a Great Mage really wanted to wreak havoc in the Empire, settling it would not be easy.

Even if it were settled, the future harm it could cause was considerable.

Power vested in an individual is not to be trifled with.

“What, not on the same level?

I am the Empire’s Prince,” Sikell said, shocked.

“But you’re not the King; you’re just a Prince.

If a Prince makes a serious mistake, can he become the King?

The King has the dignity to offend a Great Mage, but a Prince might not have that privilege.”

“Think about it—if you offend a Great Mage before becoming the King, especially one with a vendetta against you, would His Majesty really hand the throne to you?

And don’t forget, you have a younger brother.”

Discussing the Princess might not lead to self-reflection, for in his eyes, Balola was no threat to him.

But discussing his brother was different, also a Prince, definitely his most formidable rival.

For the first time, Sikell let his mind race, and after a long while, he spoke, “You’re right; before becoming the King, I need to keep a low profile, I understand.

But you issue the message.”

To still not want to apologize personally at this point was truly exasperating.

However, it didn’t matter anymore.

Coruas had essentially given up on the idea of Sikell becoming King.

What he needed to do now was to protect himself, to ensure his family wouldn’t become a target for retribution by the new King, and to maintain their status indefinitely.