Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 2777: 568: Edmund’s True Form, the 24 Supreme Seats!

Over the past few years, rumors concerning Edmund’s status in Nora had grown increasingly wild. Although the congress apprehended several agitators with hidden agendas—discovering spies from the Council of Ten Thousand Clans among them—and carried out public executions to quell the gossip, the unease lingered. As long as Edmund remained out of sight, a sense of dread continued to grip the populace.

Supreme Council.

The round table now featured twenty-four seats. Five newly appointed Barbarian Lords had joined, alongside the Heavenly Will. The latter, needing to recuperate its strength, had entered a period of seclusion following the war and rarely attended meetings. In its stead, the five Barbarian Lords acted as its proxies.

Nevertheless, the chair reserved for Edmund remained unoccupied.

A heavy silence hung over the gathered members.

Breaking the quiet, the Frost Witch suggested: "Why don’t I go to Emmon Mansion to check on him."

On the day the massive conflict ended, Edmund had retreated to his residence, claiming he required a nap to recover. Years had passed since then without a single word from him.

Out of respect, no one had dared to disturb his rest.

However, with the Nora war concluded in triumph and the barbarian tribes successfully integrated, the Great Council Chairman’s presence was desperately needed to address the citizens and stabilize their spirits.

"Why don’t we wait a bit longer?" the Blazing Star God Witch countered.

"Let’s give it more time. Let the people gossip; it is impossible to shut everyone’s mouths... Once Lord Emmon awakes, the rumors will naturally be nullified."

"Indeed, I suspect the Great Council Chairman is simply exhausted. Since the blood battle began, has anyone seen him rest for even a day? A nap is well-deserved."

Suddenly, a figure appeared in the doorway. Clad in robes of crimson flame and looking exactly as he always did, he stretched lazily and let out a yawn.

"Don’t worry, I’m fine, I really just took a nap. Everything will proceed as normal, we will soon hold the third blood battle victory press conference."

The room erupted in relief, particularly among the Barbarian Lords. Having just joined the fold, the barbarian tribes were desperate to ensure a leader as vital as Edmund was not in jeopardy.

Gullwig’s voice echoed directly in Edmund’s mind.

"Are you at Level 11?"

"No, it’s not that easy to reach Level 11."

"Then what about you killing the Earth Demon Lord earlier?"

"I guess I’m a ’half-foot Level 10’? Honestly, I don’t understand what realm I’m in now... What I want to say is that the road to Level 11 is full of unknowns, and next, I may enter a state of instability."

I am unsure how long this condition will persist, but I promise that for the next thousand years, I shall remain here in Nora with all of you. If I should suddenly vanish one day after a millennium has passed, do not panic.

To the Abyss, a mere thousand years changes nothing.

But for Nora, you should be able to reach Ten Rings Perfection, the Supreme Council should be able to add at least ten more seats. Levi should also be able to reach Level 10.

By that time, whether I am present or not, Nora will possess the strength to endure the impact from the Giant World. Provided relations with the Underworld are maintained and Levi is allowed to grow to Level 11... I believe victory will belong to us."

"How are you so certain?"

"I believe in Nora, I believe in you all, I believe in Levi, most importantly, I believe in Sauron... Guess who I dreamed of during my nap."

"Sauron?"

"Yes."

"Where is he now?"

"Haha, I’ll keep a bit of suspense, you’ll know later."

"...You’ve changed, you weren’t like this before."

"Perhaps."

...

On this day.

Sorren Continent, Tower of Heaven.

Over twenty figures stood atop the summit. At the very front was Edmund, appearing no different than he had in the past.

Simultaneously, throughout Nora, millions of wizards and members of various clans watched the magical projection of that iconic figure.

"It’s the Great Council Chairman!"

"Hahaha! Those cowards from the Council of Ten Thousand Clans only know how to spread lies. The Great Council Chairman is fine, nothing has happened!"

"Exactly, he is a legendary figure who has slain a Demon Lord level powerful being! Even the Gods from the astral world must make way!"

"Fantastic!"

The blood battle had taught everyone the true value of a Legendary Wizard.

Every seat in the Supreme Council was a pillar holding up the heavens, and Edmund was the most vital—the central pillar of them all!

As long as Edmund remained, Nora would endure!

On the Ancient Dragon Continent, Levi held Elena close, his face beaming with joy as he watched the broadcast.

"I told you, the Great Council Chairman is fine."

"Not surprisingly, Nora’s strongest man... By the way, Lord Hall Master, when will you become Nora’s number one?"

"Soon, soon."

Back on the Sorren Continent, Edmund’s eyes scanned the invisible masses.

"Before I begin this summary, I wish to say: as you can see, I am well. I have far more than a thousand years of life remaining; I simply took a nap, that’s all.

In the recent conflict, the Earth Demon Lord was utterly destroyed, with no hope of resurrection! Furthermore, 123 Level 9 demons followed it into the Underworld.

Among those victories, the Blazing Star God Witch personally intercepted and eliminated 33 Level 9 demons. The Dusk Palace Master also killed 11 demons by himself, shifting the tide of battle and saving countless lives and organizations.

I want to take a moment to thank these two for their contributions. Especially the Dusk Palace Master, who single-handedly changed the North Sea battle situation; he deserves everyone’s applause."

The announcement sent shockwaves through the audience.

While the Blazing Star God Witch’s feat was understandable—given he was a Legendary Wizard with massive area-of-effect spells like the Dragon Flame God Witch—the news regarding the Dusk Palace Master was staggering.

Killing 11 Level 9 demons alone!

Such a record was almost unbelievable!

This meant the Dusk Palace Master had personally accounted for ten percent of the high-level demon casualties in the entire war.

In a corner of the Sorren Continent.

A middle-aged Dragonfly Wizard in white robes looked on in disbelief.

"It seems my previous evaluation was far too low; this exceeds the power of a hundred battle groups... How did he achieve this? Could he have also mastered a wide-scale strike technique?"

On Ancient Dragon Continent.

The Cultivation practitioners listening to Edmund’s speech broke into wild cheers.

Before the entirety of Nora’s clans, the Great Council Chairman had personally lauded their Hall Master, ranking him alongside a Legendary Wizard.

This was the pinnacle of prestige!

"Awesome! Awesome!"

"Being an Ancient Dragon Continent member is simply delightful."

"I can only imagine how many groups will be begging to join us now. Our entry standards will have to be raised again. I’m glad I joined early..."

The entire continent was swept up in a wave of celebration.

Meanwhile, in the Sleeping Dragon Domain, the leaders of the dragon descendant priory reached a consensus. They planned to merge with the Ancient Dragon Continent. Representatives from the Lava Dragon and Cloud Mist Dragon factions were already traveling to the Nora Council to finalize the transition with the authorities.

This move was driven by two factors.

First, the Ancient Dragon Continent offered superior safety and growth potential.

Second, the nature of dragon descendants and knights shared many traits, making them naturally compatible.

Blood Battle Command Center.

The members of the Dusk Squad, along with Lucy and Levi’s other companions, felt immense pride. They had watched Levi transform into a true guardian of Nora!

As the speech continued, Edmund acknowledged other individuals who had provided exceptional service, turning them into household names overnight.

Finally, the climax arrived.

Edmund, flanked by the five Barbarian Lords and the Heavenly Will, stepped forward and looked toward the Heaven Continent, declaring loudly:

"Let us welcome Heaven Continent to Nora! From today onwards, the seats in the Supreme Council will be increased to 24!"

He introduced the elite warriors of the barbarian tribes one by one, praising their bravery during the blood battle.

Having witnessed the support from the heavens and the brutality of the war, everyone—from the Barbarian Ancestor to the common tribesman—was fully convinced of the Nora Council’s leadership!

Thus, through a millennium of effort led by Edmund, a uniquely powerful Nora Civilization was officially born! Their next path led toward ultimate authority and the challenges of the giants...