Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 2776: 568: Edmund’s True Form, Supreme Twenty-Four Seats!

The essence of his being remained unharmed, fortunately. Given the resilience of the Sun Chasing Dragon body, a period of rest would facilitate a full recovery, making this ordeal a blessing in disguise.

It seems the trait is shared; like father, like son.

The Giant Spirit God Witch, Abel, had also suffered injuries after charging too recklessly into the enemy formation and becoming surrounded by demons. Levi had cautioned them about such behavior on multiple occasions.

However, their temperaments are fixed. Unlike his own historically cautious approach, they would have to learn from their own errors following this clash.

While some elite geniuses and common talents perished, most fell during external training missions rather than on the Ancient Dragon Continent itself.

The 18 Twilight Cavalry emerged without a scratch. Scanning his surroundings, Levi noted that none of his inner circle or kin had died, though some were wounded. He had equipped these individuals with numerous life-saving trump cards, making them exceptionally difficult to kill.

Eventually, Levi gave his orders:

"Ensure the fallen receive a dignified burial and provide compensation to their kin."

The Green Bird Knight responded: "As you command!"

Upon his return to the Emperor’s Palace, Elena greeted the safely returned Levi with a joyful embrace. Her nose twitched as she remarked:

"The scent of blood Qi is overpowering. Just how many demons did you slay?"

"I lost track; the number was far too great..."

As he held Elena, Levi reflected on the month of incessant slaughter. Though it had been a thrilling experience, he sincerely hoped such violence would never visit Nora again.

"You must be exhausted. Why not take a nap?"

"I am fine. Actually, I brought a gift for you."

With those words, Levi produced a container. Inside was an oddity that looked like a tiny blue turtle, its shell etched with cryptic Truth Runes.

"What is this creature?"

"This is the [Tide Master]. It is a rare Glorious Sun-Grade Oddity. Once you have refined it, your defensive capabilities will be significantly bolstered."

"Where did you find it? Please tell me you didn't refine this at a great personal cost."

"Don't worry, it was merely part of the spoils seized from the enemy."

Hundred Flowers accepted the gift with a lingering doubt, though she happily departed to begin the refinement process. Levi then journeyed back to the Ancient Banyan Fairyland, intending to slumber for a month while soaking in the Small Stone Pond.

In truth, the Radiant Sun-Grade Oddity was not a trophy of war.

The demons he slaughtered could never possess such a prize. He had actually refined it himself using a Level 9 Late Stage Aquatic Demon, specifically a [Demon Crocodile Turtle].

This particular oddity proved unique; beyond the standard materials required, the process demanded that Levi sacrifice a portion of his own lifespan.

Luckily, the cost was only a little over a century. With his current longevity, such a loss was negligible, yet it served as a stern warning to Levi.

In the future, if refining Sun-Grade Oddities required his lifespan, he would cease the practice. Only a Legendary Artifact would be worth such a steep price.

Consequently, he held high expectations for the [Tide Master], hoping it would provide Hundred Flowers with substantial benefits; otherwise, his investment would be a loss.

Regardless of the chaos in the world outside, construction within the Ancient Banyan Fairyland proceeded with vigor, and the inhabitants remained high-spirited.

Levi settled into the Small Stone Pond, letting the spring water take him into a deep sleep. When he awoke a month later, his first task was to inventory the rewards from the campaign.

The piles of demon materials were mountainous.

The Abyss cores and parts suitable for Weapon Refinement were distributed to organization members for purification. Everything else was fed to Long and the Blood Battle Spirit.

Additionally, he had acquired over 50,000 Magic Tools and more than 900 rare treasures.

The Magic Tools were largely inferior, lacking the sophistication of Wizard Tools and appearing crudely fashioned despite the quality of their base materials. They could be fed to the Sword of Victory or melted down to forge new Wizard Tools or divine weapons.

Regarding the rare treasures, ninety percent were Level 6. Only three reached Level 9: the [Demon King Hall], the [Demon Shadow Bow], and the [Demon Ape Stick]. These were all obtained from the Level 9 Demons Levi had slain.

The Demon King Hall, much like the Aid the Vast Sea, is a ship-type treasure, though its speed is lacking. However, it contains an internal world half the size of the Ancient Banyan Fairyland, making it a valuable asset for the organization.

The Demon Ape Stick is a heavy spiked club that enhances physical strength, possessing the [Bluntness] and [Solid] attributes. The Bluntness trait can interfere with the functionality of an opponent's weaponry.

This treasure is best suited for those with powerful physiques. Since Gandaph already possesses the superior [Plow Star] and the knights have their Bloodline Divine Weapons, Levi decided on a different recipient.

He chose to grant the treasure to young Lopez. His talent for combat skills is exceptional, and at Level 8 Middle Stage, he is well-suited to wield it.

After all, Lopez had served him for a long time, constantly sparring with Emperor Mu and Gandaph. If not for his achievements, he deserved it for his sheer persistence.

The [Demon Shadow Bow] stands as the premier treasure for the Shadow Faction.

Levi is also capable of using it, as the bow requires Shadow Power and immense physical strength to operate. Levi’s Chaotic Power can mimic any sect’s energy, and his strength allows him to draw the string with ease. Testing it in the Nightmare World proved its effectiveness as a potent auxiliary weapon.

Furthermore, the weapon held sentimental value, reminding him of the [max-level archery skills] from his youth—the first skill that truly altered his fate.

Countless other resources and Truth Oddities were gathered, though they were too minor to detail.

...Four years passed.Nora Calendar, Year 1550.Blood Battle Year, 1438.Several demon-infested restricted zones were cleared, and several New Worlds that had been lost were finally reclaimed. The lingering shadows of the third Great War were at last dispelled.