Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 2962: 602: Legendary Fall, Ten Layers of Destruction! (part 2)

"Instinct."

Levi abruptly inquired:

"What’s your name?"

"Steve!"

"Just a hundred years old, yet you’ve reached fourth-circle in both body-refining and spell dual cultivation as a wizard. Impressively skilled, exuding a legendary vibe." Levi grinned.

"Senior, you flatter me too much. I got lucky, that’s all."

"Come along, I’ll help you locate a fine mentor beyond these walls."

Levi paused briefly, determined to share details of Steve’s former existence with Louise. Though not the exact same soul, it could bring her a measure of solace.

In the layers that followed, no remarkable incidents transpired.

Levi roamed the ninth layer for an entire month, gripping Huang in his left hand and Shu in his right, amassing 234 Truth Oddities—among them 2 Radiant Suns, elements from the Water God and Golden God Series, plus 1 ninth-level rare treasure and 23 further valuables.

Other rewards require no further detail.

The ninth-level treasure, known as [Golden Summit Divine Sword], packs substantial power yet falls short of elite status, and it wasn’t a boon from Sauron. Upon exiting the ancient tower, Levi handed it over to Jinx.

These days, with a solid foundation secured, the Seven-Colored Scale Clan—backed by council measures—is expanding rapidly, potentially reviving the majestic times of the Seven Calamities Ancient Clan.

Leading the seven clans in strength are the Golden Scale Clan and the Green Scale Clan. Both Jinx and the Star Splitter hold late-stage ninth-level cultivation, poised to hit peak ninth-level without much trouble.

Still, climbing to level 10 will likely demand the toil of their successors.

Not long after his return from the ancient tower.

One day, Levi got an unexpected transmission from Edmund.

A ominous feeling washed over him.

Supreme Council.

Vast lightning forces unfurled across the space, while void cracks resounded loudly.

The Lady of Thunder remained seated with eyes shut, her forehead creased in worry.

Edmund stepped inside and declared:

"Mr. Silver has perished..."

Levi’s heart jolted sharply; he quickly demanded:

"Did Mr. Silver activate his reincarnation and cultivation chance?"

Edmund shook his head in denial.

"No, not yet. This was his debut legendary stage... but had the Star Sky Sword Saint not intervened to shield his true soul, even reincarnation would’ve been out of reach."

Only then could Levi ease up a bit.

At this vital juncture, the loss of a legendary figure hits like a double blow.

Besides, after rebirth and recultivation—memories intact—resuming his role by the Lady of Thunder’s side could feel awkward.

Imagine if Mr. Silver emerged as a woman...

Edmund added:

"That said, in his final moments, Mr. Silver dragged a Nightmare Monarch down with him at the cost of his life. I’ll reach out to the Underworld shortly to arrange his prompt reincarnation."

Levi responded:

"Understood. If required, he can rebirth on the Ancient Dragon Continent; I’ll ensure his safety. Moving forward, the Ancient Dragon Continent will serve as refuge for all reincarnated legendaries."

Edmund agreed:

"Sure, that works... On another note, Lady of Thunder is taking charge of the squad heading to the Shadow World. The Wind Empress, Whale Emperor, and more will join to bolster them. Nora’s safeguards could thin out, so you’ll have to monitor it alongside me from here.

By all means, carry on with your regular cultivation and isolation.

Should fighting break out, I’ll summon you.

If you’re deep in a breakthrough phase, fully withdrawn, we’ll safeguard your ascent above all and block any attempts to disrupt your tribulation!"

Levi pressed:

"Grand Council Chairman, allow me to head to the Shadow World as well—I can take out a handful of Nightmare Monarchs to lighten the frontline load."

Edmund considered it briefly before answering:

"It wouldn’t make a difference, really... Levi, your shot at legendary isn’t waiting in the Shadow World—it’s right here in Nora."

"What’s the implication there?"

"For this invasion, the demon horde includes that demon lord vital to you. Plus, you probably don’t realize... the succubus queen stands with our side."

Levi betrayed clear astonishment.

"With us?"

"Correct, or else why dispatch those Mythical Creatures straight to Nora... Snaring the Rainbow Dragon truly resulted from the Queen’s hidden ploys; without her hand, amid that frenzied melee, I’d never have claimed it.

Just four souls know this secret:

Myself, you, Sauron, succubus queen.

The Queen serves as Sauron’s spy within the Abyss World, and to dodge suspicion, the succubus queen routinely strikes at us in Nora, stirring up trouble.

But it’s all staged drama.

This round, she’s gathered every demon lord you seek, setting up a timely assault on Nora. Stay put and claim your legendary breakthrough!

Once done, roam as you please. I’m confident that with your might, nothing short of a level-11 threat can touch you—you’ll be utterly dominant in the Multidimensional Plane.

Obviously, if a level-11 stirs, I won’t watch from the sidelines.

Truthfully, I hit level-11 a while back; it’s only that my foundation shakes unsteadily, and I can’t yet wield this transcendent force at will.

Until I seize total control, I must hold back my full potency, or risk merging into knowledge pure, becoming truth embodied, and forfeiting my essence.

Have you wondered why the Supreme Will births all those level-11 manifestations? It’s because they grapple with my dilemma—and worse.

The Abyss, Nightmare, Star Ancestor, Mother River—they seldom meddle directly.

Not without enormous societal upheaval or threats to their own existence.

Usually, they lie dormant.

Whereas the Netherworld Ancestor, Chaotic Servant, Master of Horror—despite lesser raw power—face far slacker constraints and can crush opposition with ease.

Actually, plenty of level-11 fighters already roam the Multidimensional Plane; they just steer clear of the Giants, staying concealed until the moment ripens."

Levi had long entertained doubts that Edmund had attained level-11.

His direct confirmation now sparked deep internal shock.

Yet Edmund’s explanation revealed that level-11 offered no pure boon.

Tying back to his earlier talk with the Time Dragon, it appeared that grasping ultimate power always carried a price, unique to each pathway.