The Old Ghoul, its claws gleaming menacingly, had already rushed up to Chloe. At his words, Han Shuo willed it, and every undead creature froze instantly, displaying his extraordinary control to the fullest.
Although Chloe was conceited and vain, he had abided by their agreement during the match. Even when he thought victory over Han Shuo was assured, he had not accelerated the Destruction Orb to attack him. This had earned him some goodwill from Han Shuo, so the moment he surrendered, Han Shuo immediately stopped the undead creatures' assault.
As Chloe stared in alarm at the Old Ghoul before him, Han Shuo began a lengthy incantation. Groups of undead creatures gradually disappeared, starting from the outer edges. Only when the Old Ghoul that had charged up to him first suddenly vanished as well did Chloe truly breathe a sigh of relief.
"Mr. Chloe, your abilities are formidable. I imagine an ordinary Archmage would be no match for you. If you are interested, I can introduce you to His Highness Third Prince Lawrence. Do consider it." After sending the undead creatures back to the Otherworld one by one, Han Shuo came up beside the darkness Archmage Chloe and spoke quietly.
Chloe was indeed quite powerful. Few mages in the Lancelot Empire could become Archmages, and every one of them enjoyed an exalted status. Having returned from traveling through various countries, he surely wanted a distinguished position in his homeland. Every faction would compete to recruit someone like him, and Lawrence was no exception. That was why Han Shuo had extended the invitation on Lawrence's behalf.
Chloe clearly knew something of the Lancelot Empire's current situation, and a troubled look crossed his face. As His Majesty the King's illegitimate son, Lawrence was the least favored successor. If Chloe followed Lawrence, he