"Don't misunderstand." Emerson finally replied, using the same mental waves to address the Energy Octopus. With an expressionless face, he said, "I'm only conducting a test."
"A test? What test?"
"Please wait patiently. You'll know soon enough. Once everything is finished, you can obtain the High-Level Soul Offering you want for free."
"Really?"
"Really." Emerson nodded. Then, under the Energy Octopus's watchful gaze, he signaled for the many Wizards to spread out and loosely surround it. Without the slightest concern, he issued orders to the surrounding Wizards: "The target has successfully descended, and its condition basically matches our expectations. Next, proceed according to Plan Number One—team members coordinate with one another and first use Powerful Spells to attack the target. Inflict the greatest possible damage in the shortest time to weaken it."
"Understood." The other Wizards nodded. Without hesitation, they began circulating their mana. The next moment, including Emerson, it was as though twelve small suns rose from their hands within the sinkhole. The spectacle was not particularly grand, but the power was extremely concentrated as they struck the Energy Octopus without mercy.
"Boom... boom boom boom boom boom boom!"
A series of explosions rang out. It was as if the Energy Octopus had been struck by twelve solid cannonballs. Under the immense force, it was sent flying and only stopped after crashing into the wall of the sinkhole.
Its many tentacles flailed wildly. Struggling to rise, the Energy Octopus glared at Emerson and transmitted, "What exactly are you doing? Are you attacking me?"
"This is a misunderstanding. We weren't attacking you, but the spot where you were standing just now. You happened to be standing there and blocking us, so the attack landed on you, High Spirit Mr.," Emerson said without even blinking.
"Really? Then I apologize to you."