The situation immediately became one-sided.
There was no reason not to take advantage of a bargain.
At the very least, in their eyes, even if the secret to becoming stronger could not turn them into S-Class mages, it could still help them advance another two ranks. Becoming A- or B-rank mages would be good enough.
Besides, with Sieglein taking the lead now, even if the sky fell, someone would be there to hold it up. All they had to do was say a few words and take a side.
What was there to fear?
For a moment, Jura and Luo Rubin, who had spoken earlier, stiffened. Just as they hesitated to speak, Qin Yu pushed through the crowd and stepped forward.
"Everyone, I have seen your enthusiasm."
"It seems that for the greater good of Ishgar, and to live up to Lord Sieglein's expectations, I really must reveal the secret I have kept in my heart."
"However, the way I became stronger is simply too bizarre. Even now, I can hardly believe that I reached this point through such an absurd method."
"Of course, even if I tell you, I'm afraid everyone will find it difficult to believe. So I hope Lord Sieglein will offer me plenty of support later, giving me the courage to make everyone stronger."
Watching Qin Yu step out of the crowd and launch into a lengthy speech, Jellal had never expected that he would not turn hostile.
However, the act was already more than halfway through, and Jellal could not simply leave midway.
Jellal did not know what Qin Yu was planning, but the only thing he had to do now was force Qin Yu into turning against them.
Only then would he and Ultear have a legitimate excuse to make a move against Qin