Chapter 1128 - 528: Star Realm Exile

Chapter 1128: Chapter 528: Star Realm Exile

The magic prepared in secret was directly dispelled, his magic power countered, leaving him painfully standing still, helpless as the Dissolution Spell shattered all his magic equipment.

Then, after Finn’s equipment was dismantled, and the materials were scattered all over, the president’s actions did not stop, continuing with two more spells.

[Star Realm Gate], [Star Realm Banishment]!

"Finn, from today, as a banished one, you no longer belong to the Witch Association and are not permitted to return!"

The old woman pronounced coldly, denying Finn any chance to speak, throwing his bound form into the Star Realm Gate for long-term banishment.

The Star Realm, a special place connecting various nations, filled with danger, but equally rich in opportunities.

For mages above the legendary ranks, the Star Realm is already accessible for tentative exploration, while epic mages can indulge in prolonged Star Realm travels.

It is common for legendary mages to use Star Realm transit to seek rare materials or venture to different places, hoping to uncover more unknowns.

However, these premises require Star Realm travelers to be thoroughly prepared, having food, recovery supplies, magic guide items, and necessary information.

Like Finn, who was thrown into the Star Realm directly after being stripped of items, although unlikely to die, he will certainly endure a period of very painful torment.

As for whether he will ultimately survive, evade the hunts of Star Realm pirates, steer clear of dangerous Star Realm creatures, and avoid crashing into forbidden zones in the Star Realm... that will depend on his luck.

Chances are slim, survival barely probable.

From any angle, the president’s punishment of Finn for betrayal could not be considered light.

And since the Witch Association president appeared, Finn hasn’t managed to utter half a word before being forcefully banished.

Though both are epic mages, the power gap is astonishing.

Finn, the nominal vice president, is undoubtedly not weak, yet he is entirely outmatched by the true president.

Not a single bit of resistance was possible.

After banishing the Witch Association’s traitor to the Star Realm, the president was about to leave directly.

But before she could teleport, she was stopped by a young man who had enjoyed the "Witch Association’s bloody power struggle" drama.

"President, please wait a moment, could you answer some questions for me?"

The Witch Association president was initially disinclined to pay attention to this opportunistic fellow but hesitated at the thought of the one... uh, those existences behind Herbert.

Even without mentioning those great existences, the energy contained within this young man’s person was enough to make her take him seriously.

Herbert did not belong to any divine church, but the energy he personally represented would certainly not be inferior to any church.

As long as Herbert is willing to pay a price, he can undoubtedly bring endless troubles to the Witch Association and to her.

The president might not care about the former, but she definitely cannot tolerate the latter.

After years of seclusion, although she took a wrong turn for a time, she recently touched the threshold to advance from epic to saint, just missing this one crucial step; she absolutely cannot be interrupted by others now.

She agreed to act personally and give Finn harsh punishment not only because his actions indeed crossed a line but partly to ensure Herbert’s peaceful departure.

"..."

Thus, after thinking it over, the president reluctantly abandoned the idea of leaving directly, pretending not to hear, and turned her gaze over.

She didn’t speak, but the cold mixed with impatience in her eyes said it all.

Speak your mind quickly, don’t waste my time.

As for her poor attitude... that’s completely normal.

This was someone who just, due to Herbert, forcibly expelled her power’s errant second-in-command, a true severing of an arm.

But she simply couldn’t act otherwise.

Otherwise, the damage suffered by the entire Witch Association might not just be this "severing an arm".

After witnessing Herbert’s exploitation of the God of Sand and Stone, who would dare to underestimate Herbert?

His scheming aside.

The real key lies in the connections.

Is just anyone able to beckon the Forest Goddess? Is it possible for anyone to arrange the God of Martyrdom to stand guard somewhere?

Not to mention, in times of crisis, Herbert can even summon a certain moving calamity, executing an overwhelming strike wherever sunlight touches, around the clock.

Thus, Herbert fully understood the old woman’s attitude, did not deliberately provoke, and directly asked, "If I’m not mistaken, are you an Ascender?"

"Hmm?"

The Witch Association president, already somewhat impatient, took an unexpectedly deep look at Herbert.

She hadn’t anticipated one of her biggest secrets being so easily revealed in a word.

But quickly, she detected a familiar aura from Herbert.

It was the aura of metamorphosis.

"I understand now; you’re also one of us." The old woman knowingly nodded, internally sighing.

He turns out to be an Ascender who has undergone the highest-level ascension ceremony.

Moreover, it seems Herbert’s success is already destined, waiting only for the metamorphosis to complete.

Since the other party is also an Ascender, the old woman had no intention to hide, candidly confessing, "I am indeed an Ascender, and I performed the Witch Association’s most ancient ascension ceremony, consuming vast resources."

She gazed at the notably young Godslayer, unable to resist murmuring with emotion, "It appears you’re heavily favored; they actually were willing to hold the highest ascension ceremony for you."

Herbert nodded modestly, sighed, "Indeed, I’m sincerely grateful for their kindness. I didn’t even ask for it, but they insisted on doing it for me, couldn’t stop them."

?

Is this kid showing off to me?

"... Do you have other questions? If not, then I’m leaving."

She indifferently gazed into Herbert’s eyes, slowly saying, "Next time, I won’t be so agreeable."

The Witch Association president was moved this time not only out of respect for Mist Monastery’s inhabitant but also for the unique potion formula provided by Herbert.

That perfect bloodline potion from the Witch Association reminded her of a long-standing matter, sparking some new thoughts.

Seeing she was about to leave, Herbert asked with a cheeky smile one last grim question.

He inquired, "By the way, you said he disappointed you... exactly which part of Finn disappointed you the most?"

This spoke volumes.

Wasn’t it his betrayal?

Certainly not.

Were the Witch Association president’s punishments heavy on Finn?

Heavy.

Was there an element of fictitiousness?

No.

Yet, her series of uninterrupted actions, without allowing for anyone else’s reaction, let Herbert perceive a particular nuance.

She didn’t give Finn a chance to resist or Herbert a chance to intervene; by the time reactions unfolded, everything was a fait accompli.

The president of the Witch Association was actually protecting Finn in her own manner.

Though cruel and authentic, her methods virtually grant him a higher chance of survival.

Banishment to the Star Realm for Finn was already the optimal outcome.

A banishment, yet simultaneously protection, allowing him to be untraceable for quite some time.

The old woman, unangered by the questioning, spoke to Herbert quite serenely.

"I held many dissatisfactions towards him, but the greatest disappointment was... his failure to take care of you upon detecting your threat."

Calm, honest, direct.

Also causing Herbert to smile quite joyously upon hearing this.

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