The Madman

Buzz.

Back at the Grand Natural Sciences Academy, Reilo nodded to Yaqian, who was guarding the Space-Time Altar, then returned to his office. Na Yesi was there, and so was Lola.

As usual, she was sorting through the academy's documents for Reilo.

"Reilo, Master Gubo came by just now. He seemed to be in a great hurry."

Reilo nodded.

He knew what had his mentor so worried. It was probably related to the same matter as King Chen's summons that morning.

"Mm, I know. I have something to take care of, so I need to go out. Saint Grand Fort may be unsettled for a while, so be careful."

But as Reilo was speaking, the office door suddenly swung open. It was Gubo.

His face was ashen as he looked at Reilo.

"You two, step outside for a moment."

Suppressing his impatience with effort, Gubo gestured for the two women to leave so he could speak with Reilo in private. Reilo, who had been about to hurry off to take care of something, had no choice but to stay.

Only after Lola and Na Yesi had left the office did Gubo lower his voice and rasp, "Reliable news! The Central Orora Empire was hit by the Dark World's radiation weapon. The city of Pagladi was destroyed!"

A fleeting curve touched Reilo's lips, but he concealed it at once.

"I never expected the Dark World to have its fingers everywhere. They even managed to steal the Grand Duchy's top-secret radiation weapon."

Putting on a sorrowful expression, Reilo prayed, "Poor innocent souls. May you enjoy eternal bliss in heaven."

Gubo stared intently at Reilo.

For some reason, he seemed to sense a deep joy within his disciple.

He gradually calmed down, his expression growing solemn as he pondered the matter. After a