Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots Chapter 754 - 346: The Consequences of Angering "Mother" (Part 2)

"First, steady yourself and detail the look and features of this ’treasure’ thoroughly. I must evaluate its source and security."

"Okay, okay! Master Chai Ye!"

Thrilled, Nari launched into his description, as though cradling a priceless jewel:

"It resembles a tiny human-like wooden doll, no bigger than this."

With a gesture, he indicated palm size:

"Yet it bears exquisite runes that glow with silver radiance, twinkling like stars in the night."

"Plus, it’s incredibly intelligent, so smart! It picks the best food wisely. Whenever I offer various materials, it always takes the richest nutrients first."

Nari’s tone turned more and more wistful:

"What’s truly wondrous is the cozy warmth it gives off, reminiscent of... a mother’s hug, filling me with deep security and ease."

"Since acquiring it, nightmares have vanished, and my jumbled thoughts have sharpened. Now I can tackle multiple issues simultaneously!"

"It grows at an astonishing pace, transforming daily. I sense it’s adapting to my care methods, growing ever wiser."

Having heard the full account, Chai Ye’s three minds whirled into rapid analysis:

"Humanoid puppet... rune circuits... swift evolution... even sustaining an Apostle’s clarity of mind..."

Within, his logical self computed:

"This isn’t some common Abyss spawn; likely an experiment from an advanced civilization or an AI vessel of sorts."

The avaricious side’s gaze flared with fervent craving:

"Regardless of background, it promises steady Favor gains. Should I claim it..."

Then the wary aspect sounded the alarm:

"Yet an object from unknown depths might prove a snare.

Should it be an Alchemist spy device or bear a hidden Curse..."

Following a swift, fierce internal clash, Chai Ye reached a verdict.

His voice gentled, akin to a benevolent senior guiding a loyal underling:

"Well done, Nari. You’ve truly uncovered an extraordinary find."

Overjoyed by the commendation, Nari nearly swooned:

"For real? Master Chai Ye finds my treasure incredible?"

"Yes, your find has piqued my curiosity greatly."

Chai Ye pressed on, infusing his words with quiet command:

"Still, uncertainties linger. Unknown artifacts often harbor concealed threats."

A short pause allowed the words to sink in:

"Do this: update me every ten days on the puppet’s developments.

Note every minor oddity precisely. I require its growth pattern tracked.

Meanwhile, keep it secret from fellow Apostles.

You understand their rapacious tendencies all too well. Such a prize could spark needless feuds and strife.

Lastly, at any hint of trouble—like mental influence from the puppet or odd Energy Fluctuations... obliterate it without delay or regret."

The mention of ’destroy’ made Nari stiffen entirely:

"Destroy it? But... it’s my precious treasure..."

"I understand your attachment."

Chai Ye’s tone warmed further:

"However, self-preservation outweighs safeguarding a treasure at times. A hazardous puppet might ultimately endanger you."

"Naturally, should all proceed well, your diligence won’t go unrewarded."

A seductive edge crept into his voice:

"I could grant broader hunting rights, letting you scour for rare materials over larger zones.

You might even join the upcoming ’domain redistribution.’

This lure erased Nari’s prior worries instantly, sending him tumbling gleefully amid his treasures:

"Seriously? Seriously? I get to hunt in other Apostles’ domains?"

"Obey my directives faithfully, and it’s yours."

Pleased, Chai Ye observed Nari’s fervor:

"Bear in mind: nurture patiently, watch vigilantly, report consistently. This puppet could alter your destiny."

Bursting with zeal, Nari responded:

"Yes, Master Chai Ye! I’ll adhere strictly to your guidance!"

"I’ll monitor my treasure closely and update you routinely. Should anomalies arise, I’ll... weigh your counsel seriously."

"Gratitude, Master, for the expanded hunting rights! I’ll seize this chance fully!"

Yet in Nari’s innermost thoughts, a starkly contrasting scheme brewed.

His newfound lucidity pierced through Chai Ye’s soothing facade:

"Master Chai Ye covets it deeply... He’s set on claiming my treasure."

Once-befuddled monstrous cognition now gleamed with razor sharpness:

"Still, this suits me fine. He won’t seize it outright yet, and will supply extra resources. I’ll strengthen the treasure during this period."

"Furthermore, should rival Apostles eye it too..."

Nari recalled his ace.

Born of the Abyss as an Apostle, he wielded the dread power to invoke the primal Chaos Storm.

Even a Supreme Apostle might falter against it fully, though Nari risked self-destruction in unleashing it.

For his ’treasure’s’ sake, no peril was too great.

"Once my treasure matures fully, not even Master Chai Ye can dominate me."

In secret, Nari schemed within his heart: