The Legendary Mage novel Chapter 204

'The Silent Blade,' the elite assassins of the Mollen family, were feared by many! He dared not move recklessly, as stepping out would mean certain death.

"The Mollen family actually goes against Cobalt Strike over someone like Alavin," Garrat ground his teeth in frustration.

"Continue the search!" Balder commanded.

'The Silent Blade' dispersed to conduct a thorough hunt. The fierce battle had cost them over eighty lives. Although they held the upper hand, the Cobalt Strike Protégés had resisted fiercely, and to have lost only eighty was already fortunate.

Lucan watched as 'The Silent Blade' departed, finally allowing himself a sigh of relief. He had feared they would become another threat, harboring ulterior motives. "Thank you! I will not forget this debt of life-saving grace!"

"No need for thanks, I am a friend of Alavin," Balder explained, having deliberately dispersed his troops to ease Lucan's mind, sensing his wariness.

"We're still a bit confused. Could you please clarify further?" Helna approached, Alavin's fate weighing on her heart.

Balder recounted everything that had transpired over the past few months with Alavin, putting the minds of these tormented souls at ease.

The Mallister family and Lucan listened in silence, feeling as if they were in a dream.

Could this be true? Had their young lord become a Golden Protégé? Had the Mallister family been pardoned? Had Stormcast been forgiven?

There was no excitement, no cheering, only doubt and fear that it might all end in disappointment.

"When will my brother arrive?" Oda asked anxiously, eager to see Alavin. She would believe in the truth only with Alavin's personal confirmation.

"He should be on his way. Don't worry."

"Since the Grand Elder dared to tamper with Azure Mountain, would he let Alavin live?" Korb coughed weakly, his hair gray and his figure frail.

"Rest assured, Alavin has his ways," Balder consoled. "The lad's as slippery as an eel. He'll be fine."