Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots Chapter 1387 - 546: Epic Candidate

The atmosphere in the room became somewhat tense due to the hostility between the two Time Hounds.

However, as Ron slowly began to speak, the sense of tension started to dissipate:

"Since everyone is here, we need to carefully discuss our strategy moving forward."

He naturally took on the role of the meeting’s leader:

"The ultimatum Cassandra gave me seemed like a choice, but in reality, it’s an equation about balancing multiple interests."

Saklang immediately withdrew from his confrontation with Carlos upon hearing this.

A sense of crisis flooded into his consciousness like a tidal wave.

This young newcomer "dog" has already demonstrated such keen "instincts."

If he doesn’t show his worth, he risked being marginalized.

"Wizard Ralph, allow me to speak openly."

The old hound cleverly changed his address:

"Facing a top-level Great Wizard like Cassandra head-on is like using an egg against a rock."

He began to drift around the room, akin to pacing in human form:

"She is one of the most powerful figures in today’s Wizard Civilization, backed by the King of Absurdity, a ruling Witch King."

Worry filled Saklang’s eyes:

"Over my long life, I have seen too many geniuses fall because they challenged authority too early."

He stopped and stared directly at Ron:

"Being cautious does not mean cowardice.

Sometimes, temporarily lowering one’s head is for a longer-term rise."

Carlos let out a sneering laugh, his voice filled with undisguised disdain:

"Saklang, your ’self-preservation’ philosophy is outdated."

The Time Hound’s projection wagged its tail in the air, revealing confidence in its posture:

"The key issue has never been how powerful the opponent is but how irreplaceable our value is."

His voice became sharper:

"You only see Cassandra’s threat, but completely ignore the fundamental changes Ron has undergone recently."

Carlos’s four eyes simultaneously turned to Ron:

"Please tell him, what is your current identity label?"

Ron raised an eyebrow and replied: "[Ancient Alchemist Candidate]."

"Is that it?"

"And the personal endorsement of Saint Hephis, the ’King of Perfection’. "

"Very well." Carlos nodded in satisfaction:

"Now, let our old predecessor explain.

What these identity labels mean within the entire Wizard Society."

Saklang’s expression turned serious.

Having witnessed multiple epoch changes, he naturally understood the weight of these titles.

"[Ancient Alchemist Candidate]..."

His voice started trembling:

"At present, the number of people simultaneously holding this title in the Main World doesn’t exceed a handful."

"Moreover, this identity is also protected by the [Witch King Decree]."

Seeing the confusion in Ron’s eyes, Saklang took a deep breath and began to explain in detail:

"The [Witch King Decree] is not the personal codex of any Witch King; it is the fundamental law, perfected over countless revisions by successive ruling Witch Kings to ensure the inheritance and development of Wizard Civilization."

The Star Map began to reveal its hierarchical structure:

"Among them, there is a core decree called the ’Torch Clause’:

Anyone formally recognized as a [Epic Candidate] potential is regarded as the ’seed’ and ’hope’ of Wizard Civilization."

"Even a great Witch King must not unjustly persecute or restrict such potentials."

Saklang’s tone became more solemn:

"Moreover, you have received personal recognition from the ’King of Perfection.’

Although Saint Hephis has gradually faded in the Main World, his influence among Upper-tier Wizards exceeds imagination."

This explanation plunged everyone in the room into contemplation.

Nari spoke deep within his consciousness:

"Darling! This means you are no longer the little consultant dependent on her!"

Aselia’s voice was calmer:

"Your identity has undergone a fundamental change. You’ve shifted from a subordinate in need of protection to a worthy peer collaborator."

Carlos timely added:

"Cassandra is indeed overwhelmingly powerful because she stands behind the King of Absurdity.

But it is precisely because of this relationship that she knows better than anyone the inviolability of the [Witch King Decree]."

"Her last ultimatum to you, in a way, actually reveals her inner anxiety:

She fears you will grow to a height she can’t control at will."

Having listened to these analyses, Ron carefully weighed various possibilities in his mind.

Indeed, he now possesses the capability and status to transcend the current predicament.

However, completely severing ties with Cassandra is really the best solution?

The influence she wields within the Conquest Faction, as well as her mastery of various resources and intelligence networks, remain indispensable assets.

"I think perhaps our approach can be more flexible."

He slowly opened his mouth:

"While I indeed have the capital to engage in an equal dialogue with her, this doesn’t mean we must head toward confrontation."

"On the contrary, we can use this new power balance to redefine our cooperative relationship."

"Specifically?" Nari asked curiously.

"Between Eve and me..."

As Ron spoke up to this point, a bold idea suddenly crossed his mind:

Alliance through marriage?

This notion flashed through his mind like lightning.

From a purely interest-based analysis, uniting with Eve could indeed thoroughly resolve the relationship issues with Cassandra.

Their cooperation would upgrade from a fragile "employment relationship" to an indestructible "family alliance."