The Legendary Mage (Alavin) novel Chapter 336

The Commander rose slowly, his authority filling the chamber like a surging ocean. "What is yours will be yours. What is not, do not covet."

He was warning the Grand Elder against coveting the Commander's position. To the Grand Elder, however, it seemed a clear reference to the secrets of Atlantis. So it was true! The treasure was in his possession! With that, the Grand Elder felt his heart harden. He waved his hand, dissolving the protective barrier. "Let me introduce you to some old friends."

"What is going on today..."

"Commander Kashann, it has been ages," a clear, laughing voice echoed through the cavern, as a streak of light suddenly appeared beside the Grand Elder. A figure in a flowing robe landed with a sharp gaze and a majestic presence, bringing with it immense pressure. It directly confronted the aura of The Commander. A thunderous rumble filled the air, causing the entire cavern to tremble gently.

He was a formidable man, yet he brought with him a mountainous weight.

"Lord Viperbane!" Commander Kashann's face turned ashen.

"We meet again." Neasilis shrugged off his cloak and strode into the cavern, a sinister smile on his face. Following closely behind, Lord Viperbane's other four confidants materialized. Facing the powerful Cobalt Strike Commander, they dared not be complacent. Their strongest auras shone forth, magic boiling within them, emanating a fearsome battle might that reflected off the leading figure of Lord Viperbane.

"You conspired with Lord Viperbane!" The Commander realized in shock, disbelieving as he looked at the Grand Elder.

"It was you who forced my hand!" The Grand Elder had cast aside all pretense, revealing a malevolent and grotesque visage. He thought, “You won't give it to me, so I shall take it myself! The secrets of Atlantis, they will be mine.”

"Forced you? When have I ever forced your hand!" The Commander, enraged, felt he had been tolerant enough toward the Grand Elder!

Both he and the Botanic Haven Elder had sensed the Grand Elder's ambition, but considering his past services, they had not taken direct action against Cobalt Strike. Wanting to handle things diplomatically, they sincerely wished to have an open and honest discussion with him, but... they had never imagined the Grand Elder would ally himself with Lord Viperbane!