Chapter 167: Departure and Intelligence
Only now, when Benjamin truly faced these high-level Wizards from other factions, their might no longer deliberately restrained, did he suddenly realize just how vast the gap between himself and advanced Wizards truly was.
It was a heavenly chasm, a gulf between mortals and gods.
And at this moment, he was merely a tiny existence at the edge of that gulf.
No one knew of the tremor in Benjamin's heart. During the moment he stood dazed, that Level 6 Wizard had already descended above the crowd.
Wizards were one of the most rational and cold-blooded species in the multiverse.
Everything they did was based on the pursuit of truth, knowledge, and resources.
Under the Wizards' universal training system, Wizards knew clearly what they fought for and understood well what they sought on this journey.
Thus, large-scale Wizard expeditions differed from those of other races.
There were no long, impassioned pre-battle mobilizations, no stirring vows, and certainly none of the morale-boosting shouts common among mortal armies—everything was simple and efficient.
This time was no exception.
Once that imposing Level 6 Wizard appeared, he offered no superfluous words and merely introduced himself calmly and simply.
"I am Augustine of the Tower of Silence, one of those in charge of this expedition."
His voice was low and powerful. Resonating through spiritual power, it pierced the clamor of tens of thousands of Wizards and rang clearly throughout the entire hall.
He did not offer a single word of encouragement, nor did he paint a picture of future victory. After introducing himself, he simply and directly gave the order. "All participating Wizards, board the ship within fifteen minutes. Depart!"
At the command, countless Wizards surged toward the hall's exits like a tide, flying toward the enormous Desolate Continent in the