The Legendary Mage (Alavin) novel Chapter 217

Alavin gazed steadfastly at Elder Connas, a sudden smirk breaking across his face. "Are you afraid, Elder Connas?"

"Do I have reason to fear anything?" Elder Connas snorted, his voice betraying the uncertainty within. He knew Alavin had a ruthless streak, but he hadn't expected him to dare harm Vandill.

"Then give a little speech then."

"I'm only responsible for the handover. I don't deal with the mines. This time, the bandit attack on Azure Mountain is a severe matter. I must report back immediately."

"And what of Elder Vandill's body?"

"It stays for now."

"It'll take you ten days to travel back and forth. Who will oversee things here? How about this, Elder Connas, you return and leave Adirich and the others behind. There's still much to settle here."

"That won't be necessary! I will also return." Adirich shuddered inwardly and quickly gestured his refusal, truly frightened. He feared that once Elder Connas left, he too would become a corpse on the ground, with Alavin fabricating some wild excuse to cover up his death, leaving him to die in obscurity.

"If you leave, and we leave, these bodies will be devoured by wild beasts within days. Who will bear the responsibility then?"

"Could you perhaps stay a few extra days?" Elder Connas inquired tentatively.

Alavin laughed softly, and remained silent.

Elder Connas' eyes twitched, and through gritted teeth, he declared, "I will return! The others stay to guard the bodies."

"Elder!" Adirich cried out in alarm.

"That settles it then."

"Alavin, I'd advise you that you're not yet in a position to be so arrogant. It's best to keep a low profile." Elder Connas cast a glance at Alavin before turning to leave.

"Wait!" Alavin raised his hand to stop him.

Lucan and the others stepped forward, blocking Elder Connas' path.

"What is it you want now?"

"I'm quite curious about what exactly happened eight years ago. I wonder if you would care to enlighten us."