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Chapter 73: I Am a Scholar of Prophecy
Chapter 73: I Am a Scholar of Prophecy
"Did you actually escape my 'Soul Realm'?"
Shadow Priest Sivan looked at Su Yu in disbelief.
How did a mere First-Rank Mage manage to escape?
Su Yu had just broken free from the "Soul Realm," his soul still reeling from the exertion. However, he maintained a calm demeanor, looking down at his nose and then his heart, and said in as neutral a tone as possible, "I am a senior scholar. My intellect is my greatest weapon. I have at least a hundred ways to escape that prison."
"Haha, a hundred ways!" Sivan laughed heartily.
"Fine, let me see what other tricks you have to escape that prison."
Sivan made another move, and a thick black fog enveloped Su Yu.
"Enough!"
Princess Eliza stood up, her face stern.
She waved her golden scepter, and a massive ice wall appeared in front of Su Yu, blocking the black fog. At the same time, a frost rune appeared behind her.
It seemed that Princess Eliza was not only an elemental mage but had also taken up the role of a Battle Mage, a class only introduced in the sixth edition.
"Sivan, I will repeat this: every senior scholar is a treasure to the kingdom!" the Princess said sternly.
Sivan's face changed. This was the first time he had seen the Princess cast a spell. However, this was enough. Through this test, he had successfully gauged the Princess's limits.
"Fine, in the name of the Princess, I will let you off this time."
Sivan didn't even look at Su Yu as he transformed into a black wind and left the hall.
"As for you, Princess, if you need anything from me in the future, just send a message."
Sivan's voice echoed through the hall, but his black wind had already soared into the sky and disappeared.
Seeing Sivan leave, Su Yu couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. However, the Princess's face was now grim.
Sivan was becoming more and more brazen. Today, he had dared to defy her wishes and capture someone right in front of her!
But there was nothing she could do about it. The royal family was facing a life-or-death situation, and she still needed Sivan's power. She couldn't afford to have a public falling out with him.
"Kessler, you don't need to return to Nolane Village. Stay by my side for the time being. As long as you're with me, Sivan won't dare to attack you recklessly."
"Also, take this scroll. It can help you see through some soul-based spells, preventing Sivan's subordinates from targeting you."
The Princess then sat back on her throne, her face showing a weariness that belied her age. She took a scroll from her spatial ring and handed it to Keldron, instructing him to pass it to Su Yu.
"Thank you, Your Highness."
Su Yu took the scroll from Keldron, immediately chose to learn it, and upgraded it to Epic quality.
Insight (Epic): Reveals the target's level, attributes, and primary skills. The higher the target's level, the weaker the effect. Also reveals traces of soul presence.
Note: Using Insight will also alert the target. Use with caution.
"Your Highness," Su Yu bowed slightly, "What will I need to do by your side? Though my combat abilities are weak, I am a senior scholar who passed the exam by answering 26 out of 30 questions correctly. I believe I can contribute a lot to the empire with my intellect."
"Oh? 26 questions?"
Princess Eliza looked at Su Yu with a focused expression.
She was well aware of the "Senior Scholar Exam." Most senior scholars took several years to pass, usually with scores of 21 or 22 questions correct.
A score of 26 was rare, with only one such scholar appearing in Golden Sparrow City each year, and they were always top-tier scholars with genuine talent.
"Counter."
Alyssa stood up and slowly walked toward Su Yu. "What field do you specialize in, Scholar? Are you well-versed in warfare and strategy?"
Just then, Su Yu received a system notification that turned his entire game screen red:
"FBI WARNING: Your answer will have a profound impact on the main storyline. Please answer with caution!"
Su Yu's expression changed slightly. The game had issued this system prompt at a crucial moment.
But with the arrow already on the string, Su Yu decided to stick to his plan.
"Your Highness, I am not very familiar with warfare and strategy."
"Is that so?"
Alyssa's eyes flickered with a hint of disappointment.
"However, I specialize in the study of prophecy. I can predict the course of wars and the future of the empire."
Su Yu smiled, his expression deep and inscrutable.
"Predict the future?" Alyssa's eyes lit up.
But she quickly grew wary. She wasn't foolish; most people who claimed such abilities were usually frauds or charlatans.
However, she glanced at the [Advanced Scholar Badge] on Su Yu's chest and asked tentatively, "Then, this 'prophet' scholar, can you predict what I will do next?"
Su Yu smiled but didn't answer, instead glancing at the surrounding guards.
The princess understood.
"Keldron, take everyone out of the throne room."
"As you command."
Keldron knelt and accepted the order, quickly leading the guards out.
Once the guards were gone, the princess cast a [Soundproof Barrier] around herself and Su Yu.
"Now you can speak, right?"
"Yes," Su Yu said calmly.
"If I'm not mistaken, you plan to go to the enemy's headquarters, Maple City, to negotiate and buy time. After returning, you will go to Forest City to stage a coup and take your father's place. Is that correct?"
Alyssa's hand trembled slightly as she gripped her staff, but her expression remained unchanged.
She canceled the [Soundproof Barrier] and walked toward the throne, saying, "Ridiculous. I would never betray my father. You must be wrong about that."
Su Yu smiled but said nothing.
Only Alyssa knew what she truly thought.
But Su Yu was certain he was right, after all, he had read the script.
"However," Su Yu continued, his tone becoming exceptionally sincere, "I came here because I predicted that victory will be on your side. For the glory of the Golden Sparrow Empire, I am willing to fight by your side!"
"!!" Alyssa turned to look at Su Yu.
" Ding! [Princess Alyssa]’s favorability toward you has increased by 1, reaching 'Indifferent'."
" Ding! You have gained 1 point of world reputation."
NPC favorability is divided into six levels: Wary, Indifferent, Neutral, Notable, Friendly, and Enthusiastic.
But then—
"I didn't expect Princess Alyssa to have a favorability rating. I never heard of any player courting her in my previous life," Su Yu thought, rubbing his chin.
His thoughts were interrupted by the princess.
Alyssa sat on her high throne, looking down at Su Yu. "Counter, in three days, I will hold an important meeting about the negotiations in Maple City. I want you to attend."
" Ding! Your main quest has been updated! [Glory of the Golden Sparrow Empire (8/100)]."
"Quest requirement: Arrive at the Golden Sparrow Palace entrance in 6 hours. Countdown: 5:59:58."
"Quest reward: 500 experience points."
(End of Chapter)
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