Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots Chapter 765 - 349: Three Apostles (Part 3)

Sarcasm dripped from his voice:

"Last time it claimed the same, and what happened? That unfortunate Moon Level Mage ended up a complete idiot because of it."

Chai Ye held onto his composure:

"This time it's different. I can't reveal the details, but I guarantee it's good for the fifth layer's overall stability."

Asmond quit playing with the flowers, a cunning flash in his gaze.

"Dragon-headed Wraith" Chai Ye isn't the mindless madman that wizard rumors paint him as.

Far from it—he possesses sharp wits and avoids pointless deeds.

Chai Ye's support for Nari shows that this apparently worthless Innate Apostle has truly uncovered something worthwhile.

"Quite odd indeed..."

Asmond quickly pondered the hidden meanings behind the request:

"This old Chai Ye suddenly cares so much about Nari; he must be gaining some advantage from it."

He dismissed the servants at his sides and approached the grand palace window spanning floor to ceiling.

Beyond the glass lay the haunting yet stunning vistas of his domain.

Gardens grown from feelings, strange birds and beasts sustained by despair, fountains that eternally shed tears.

"Since Lord Chai Ye commands it, I'll gladly grant hunting rights in the southwest area."

He reached his verdict:

"However, one condition: my followers must shadow Nari's every move in my lands.

I require... assurance it won't upset the delicate ecological harmony I've carefully built."

The real aim of this demand was clear; Asmond aimed to scrutinize Nari's strange actions up close.

"This..."

Chai Ye pretended to waver:

"Fine, that condition works. But your followers can't meddle in Nari's routine hunts."

"Naturally, my people will just watch."

Asmond offered an elegant smile, though it hid a perilous edge.

Next came "Mad Bite" Mogron.

This savage and despotic Apostle observed his underlings' fights in the arena.

Bloody clashes and brutality fueled his deepest passions and fueled his strength.

"Chai Ye?" Mogron bellowed like a wild beast: "Better make it worth my time; I'm in a rotten mood now."

He truly was furious.

An exciting bout had been spoiled by a spineless fighter.

That coward surrendered at the key instant rather than fight to the death.

"Mad Bite" Mogron ranks among the eldest Apostles.

Thus, Chai Ye had grown used to his brutish manner.

"I've come to discuss Nari with you."

Chai Ye explained steadily: "It requires permission for some hunts in your domain..."

"That worthless scrap in my turf?"

Mogron's bellow threatened to shatter the arena seats:

"You're joking! Last time it lost an experimental subject here, and it's still missing!"

His rage pulverized a nearby stone column into dust instantly:

"That idiot couldn't handle a barely alive test subject; now you want it wreaking havoc in my area?"

"Merely a mishap." Chai Ye pressed on:

"Plus, Nari's far steadier now than previously. It won't bother you."

"Steady?" Mogron sneered coldly: "How steady can innate Chaos get? Unless..."

It paused abruptly, sly light gleaming in its gaze.

As a veteran Apostle, Mogron spotted the irregularity sharp as a blade.

Nari's spirit had stabilized noticeably; no natural cause explained it.

"Unless it truly stumbled on something to calm its mind."

Mogron pondered deeply: "Now that piques my interest somewhat."

Chai Ye inwardly cursed Mogron's sharpness but stayed outwardly serene:

"Simply put, this setup helps us all, right?"

"Fine, for your sake, I'll allow it."

Mogron consented at last, but ominous red glows danced in his eyes:

"My condition: if Nari uncovers anything good, I claim a cut."

His voice turned menacing:

"And if that moron stirs more chaos, I'll tear it apart."

"That... is negotiable."

Chai Ye replied evasively, already scheming over potential messes.

Lastly, "Nightmare Queen" Selena.

This mysterious Apostle seldom meddled in Abyss matters, her Dream Realm Palace a weird domain beyond outsiders' grasp.

"Lord Chai Ye..."

Selena's tone flowed like silk, laced with eerie undertones:

"You're quite active today. Asmond first, Mogron next, now me—all for pathetic Nari?"

Her words carried knowing intrigue:

"Let me venture... has it run into a unique circumstance?"

"You've overheard our talks?" Chai Ye's voice grew wary.

"Not overhearing, honored Lord." Selena laughed lightly:

"Mere sensing; I feel all emotional ripples across the fifth layer. Nari's recent state is truly... unique."

Her tone deepened in enigma:

"That untainted maternal affection and guarding urge, plus the odd pulses from its ’baby’... Think I'd miss it?"

Chai Ye saw he'd vastly underrated Selena's prowess.

The Nightmare Queen had sensed Nari's oddity and even the puppet's presence.

Hiding further proved pointless now.

"So, what's your position?"

Chai Ye cut straight: "I'll grant the hunting rights for sure."

Selena's voice turned seductive:

"In return, let me examine Nari’s ’baby’ closely when the moment fits."

She hesitated:

"Those pristine emotional waves hold great worth for my studies; I wonder what sparks such firm maternal bonds in innate Chaos."

"Agreed." Chai Ye conceded grudgingly.

After these dealings, he'd gained no edge as hoped and instead tipped off other Apostles to Nari's secret.

Every Apostle on the fifth layer now eyed Nari and its ’baby’ keenly.

"All these ancient survivors, alas..." he muttered to himself.

Becoming an Apostle—beyond innate Chaos like Nari—none were simple foes.

"No matter, it's still manageable for now."

Chai Ye reassured himself inside:

"Plus, with all these Apostles observing, the puppet's real worth gets better gauged."

Meanwhile, deep in the Sea of Darkness, Nari reveled joyfully in its hoard.

Chai Ye's glad tidings nearly drowned its reason in bliss.

"Fantastic! Fantastic!"

It whirled madly around the pouch holding the puppet, voice bursting with thrill:

"My precious little one, Mommy got you the prime hunting grounds!

From now on, richer, tastier meals await you!"

The puppet appeared to feel Nari’s mood shift, its runes glowing more vividly.

"You're thrilled for Mommy too, right?"

Nari caressed the pouch tenderly, voice brimming with adoration and content:

"Don't worry, Mommy will shield you, letting you thrive safe and strong."

But amid this pure delight, a grander tempest gathered unseen.