Awakening The Only SSS-Rank Class! Now Even Dragons Obey Me Chapter 769: Three Month Later ( Finale )

Daniel's hand paused mid-air before the door for a few moments before he knocked gently.

The faint sound of the knock reverberated through the quiet alley, and soon, the door creaked open softly. A household servant, clad in neat attire with a composed expression, offered a slight bow. "Mr. Daniel."

Daniel merely nodded and stepped inside.

Varnos's residence, despite its outwardly healthy appearance, carried a peculiar atmosphere. Everything was orderly, the walls freshly repaired, and mana flowed with serene calmness in the air... yet beneath this placid surface, a subtle void could be sensed. It was as if something that once occupied this space had vanished.

This was not his first visit. Over the past three months, he had frequented this place numerous times, primarily to address the damages incurred by the Guild and to brainstorm solutions.

Daniel proceeded down the hallway without hesitation, arriving at the main chamber.

The door stood ajar. He pushed it open and entered.

Varnos was positioned by the window. The dim evening light streamed from behind him, casting his silhouette onto the floor.

His physique appeared robust. The wounds sustained on that fateful day seemed to have vanished... but an undeniable shift had occurred in his demeanor.

That oppressive aura, which once made simple breathing a struggle, had dissipated entirely.

"You've returned," Daniel remarked, taking a few steps forward with a jocular tone.

"By the skin of my teeth," Varnos replied, casting a brief glance his way and offering a mere hint of a smile.

A few seconds of silence stretched between them. It was neither heavy nor comfortable, but simply real.

Daniel observed him more closely. For someone like him, discerning the changes was effortless. He let out a sigh.

He understood the immense burden and despair that weighed upon the Guild leader. Beyond the loss of his own power, the demise of the Guild's commanders and Awakened was a grave matter that could not be overlooked.

He still held himself accountable for all that had transpired, even though, from Daniel's perspective, Varnos bore no blame whatsoever. There was nothing for him to bear responsibility for or feel remorse about.

The Goblin Guild had meticulously planned for that conflict over many years; no decision Varnos made could have altered its course. Nevertheless, despite knowing this, he continued to blame himself.

"I've told you countless times, but it wasn't your fault."

"Perhaps," Varnos exhaled a short sigh and stepped away from the window.

"At most, I am now a peak A-Rank," he stated, taking a few steps forward, settling into a chair, and continuing. "I have also forfeited my standing among the nation's leaders." There was no discernible bitterness in his voice, nor was there any satisfaction, only a quiet acceptance.

"We've discussed this at length. Sooner or later, we will discover a method for you to regain your former strength," Daniel responded.

He held a firm conviction that somewhere in this expansive world, or perhaps even within the Celestial Domain, a solution must exist to aid this man.

In fact, he considered it inconceivable that such a thing wouldn't be found.

Varnos gazed downwards for a moment before looking outward again.

"I wish to journey to the Celestial Domain."

The room fell into a brief silence. This decision was not one to be taken lightly. Varnos served as the Guild leader. Although he was contemplating handing over the reins to Lana, his presence remained critically important regardless. His departure could potentially destabilize the Guild, particularly at this juncture when it stood at the precipice of both its greatest opportunity and its most perilous challenge.

"How long will this take?" Nevertheless, Daniel understood he could not impede Varnos and had no desire to do so.

"Until I find a way," Varnos answered, his gaze fixed ahead. "Or... until I acknowledge that no path exists."

This time, the silence deepened, becoming more somber.

The Celestial Domain was no place for casual excursions. Each step undertaken there could consume years, or even claim a life. Especially now, as a peak A-Rank, the perils could be amplified manifold.

Daniel regarded him but offered no objection. This chosen course made sense and could provide Varnos with a reason to persevere and continue living. Therefore, Daniel not only refrained from obstructing him but actively supported his decision.

Even if Daniel were absent, or if both of them were no longer present, Lana, Naya, and Schnitez would remain to ensure the Guild's continuity.

"And what of you?" Varnos finally turned his gaze back. He was not oblivious and recognized that this young man's ambitions far surpassed a desire to remain confined here.

"I intend to reach the fourth floor of the Tower, and after that... the Central Continent."

Varnos's eyes narrowed slightly. Not in surprise, but in comprehension. His conjecture had been accurate. For this young man, this country felt akin to a cage, one that impeded his growth.

A genius like Daniel required exposure to the wider world and should not be restricted to a single locale. Only through such experiences could he attain the zenith of his capabilities.

However, a complication arose.

"I support your decision and comprehend it," Varnos stated. "But do you not believe you are advancing too rapidly?"

Daniel, at only twenty years old, possessed significant power but perhaps lacked the extensive experience one might expect.

Having journeyed to the Central Continent, Varnos understood its allure of opportunities and its inherent dangers.

"I'm short on time," Daniel stated simply, offering no further elaboration; none was needed.

"The Guild requires stability even in our absence," Varnos replied, his breath steady as he shook his head slightly before altering the conversation's course.

"Its framework remains robust, but we must reinforce it with urgency."

"The surrounding territories demand pacification and a restructuring of our forces," he continued, his gaze intensifying.

"And crucially..." he added thoughtfully.

"It must be made official." Varnos met Daniel's eyes directly.

"Official?" Daniel echoed, a flicker of surprise crossing his features.

"The nation's preeminent Guild," Varnos declared, his tone measured yet unwavering.

"Not merely in fact, but in name as well." Daniel gave a slight nod, acknowledging his comprehension.

For a brief period, their gazes held. This was no longer about mere survival; it signaled an era of dominance. At this moment, no other Guild could contend with them.

Following the absorption of the Goblin Guild's assets, their collective wealth and resources had escalated to an astounding magnitude.

The sole remaining obstacle was the number of Awakened, a challenge they could also surmount. Subsequently, Daniel articulated his strategic concepts, incorporating Varnos's insights.

He even divulged select intelligence concerning the Eternity Religion, subtly guiding the dialogue toward that subject. Varnos readily assented, suggesting that Lana and Schnitez be included in this discussion as well.

Suddenly, the sound of the door opening interrupted their exchange, prompting a moment of silence.

"Ah— Daniel!"

Both men turned towards the source of the exclamation.

Naya had entered the room.

Her hair had lengthened slightly, her eyes shone with newfound brightness, and her movements radiated a vibrant energy, yet it was an energy tempered by maturity, not childishness. Something significant had transformed within her.

Daniel's gaze remained fixed upon her, and for an instant, he faltered.

"...You too?"

"What did you imagine?" Naya placed a hand on her hip, a proud smile gracing her lips.

"An A-Rank," Daniel murmured.

"Haha, well, I couldn't let my sister get ahead," Naya responded, her chin held high.

Varnos let out a quiet chuckle but remained silent.

Daniel observed her for a moment. It was evident that the hostage crisis had catalyzed a significant mental maturation in Naya, bringing her to a new level of emotional and psychological development.

She was no longer the young girl he had first met but had evolved into an A-Rank Awakened, poised to become a Guild commander.

The individuals surrounding him... were advancing at an unprecedented pace, yet the sensation it evoked was peculiar. It wasn't a feeling of rivalry, but rather a profound sense of distance. Despite their rapid ascendance, the chasm between himself and all of them remained vast.

"What became of the Queen of Spirits?"

"Naturally, I formed a contract with her," Naya affirmed, her eyes gleaming with excitement.

She took a step closer, adding further details.

"And I even acquired three additional high-level spirits."

Raising her hand, a delicate stream of mana materialized in the air.

"One wind spirit, for speed and Evasion." An unseen current swirled around her fingers.

"One water spirit, for restoration and control." Tiny water droplets hovered nearby.

"And a shadow spirit." For a fleeting moment, the ambient light seemed to dim.

"They aren't fully controlled yet... but they understand their roles. With the Queen's assistance, commanding them will be straightforward."

"I am genuinely thankful. Without your intervention, securing a contract with the Queen would have been impossible for me."

"Not poor," Daniel commented after a careful assessment, nodding his approval.

"I'll do even better next time," Naya responded with a smile.

A brief silence ensued before Daniel finally decided to depart.

"I must leave now."

"Stay safe," Varnos advised succinctly. Naya, though puzzled by her father's somber farewell, offered Daniel a cheerful wave.

Daniel offered no verbal reply. He cast a brief glance back at them before exiting the room. Minutes later, he found himself standing outside the residence.

The night had completely descended, the air now cool, and the city had settled into a quiet repose.

Taking a few steps forward, Daniel abruptly halted.

He tilted his head upward, gazing at the sky. Though faint, the stars were visible. He drew a deep, steadying breath.

Then, he vanished from his current position.