Merlin listened carefully as Anliena introduced the Ancient Ruins. But the more he heard, the darker his expression became. Although he did not know the exact location of the Ancient Ruins Samir and the others planned to visit, he had heard some of Samir's descriptions before.
What Anliena had just said about the Ancient Ruins was almost identical to Samir's earlier description. This was enough to confirm that news of the Ancient Ruins had spread throughout the entire Floating City.
"So, what do you think, Mage Merlin? There may be danger in these Ancient Ruins, but with me there, we should be able to safely pass through many of the dangerous areas. The final gains will definitely be considerable."
Mage Golan narrowed his eyes slightly, a confident smile appearing at the corners of his mouth.
Swish.
Merlin abruptly rose to his feet and shook his head repeatedly. "Mage Golan, Anliena, I have some matters to attend to, so I'll be leaving for now. As for the Ancient Ruins, I won't be joining you."
With that, Merlin turned and left the room, leaving behind a group of Spellcasters in a heavy atmosphere. Mage Golan's smile had frozen, and he seemed faintly embarrassed.
"Hehe, Anliena, the genius you praise all day long doesn't even dare enter the Ancient Ruins now. Hahaha..."
Mage Karen looked at Anliena, his voice full of mockery. Anliena's expression darkened slightly, but she ignored Karen's taunts.
Still, a trace of confusion appeared in Anliena's eyes. In her view, Merlin should have happily agreed to enter the Ancient Ruins, yet he had unexpectedly refused outright and left.
Mage Golan quickly regained his composure. He gave Merlin's retreating back a deep look, then said in a low voice, "Let him go. We can't force him. A Six-Element Spellcaster? He's still