Chapter 179 The Scumbag’s White Towel

Chapter 179: The White Towel of a Scoundrel

Aurora City appeared calm on the surface, but beneath it, turmoil was brewing.

If only Karida and the Li family's intelligence network were looking for someone, it might have been considered routine. However, Aurora City had far more than just these two forces at play.

The number of beasts on Changmao Street had noticeably decreased recently. At least half of those who usually roamed the streets had vanished—not because they had become well-behaved, but because they had been dispatched elsewhere...

Tai Kun was the first to suspect something was amiss. Through various clues and some speculation during his exchanges with Fantasi, he reported the matter to Elder Udaghan. It took only one night of investigation to confirm that Wang Feng was missing.

One-third of the beast clan pawns on Changmao Street had been sent out to search frantically across Aurora City and even into nearby cities. They were not just looking for Wang Feng but also for members of the Nine Gods. Elder Udaghan had instructed them to capture any Nine Gods members they found, as they might hold clues related to Wang Feng. Fantasi wasn't truly foolish; he deliberately claimed there was no formula. If Wang Feng couldn't be found, supplies would run out, and considering the contracts signed for the expansion plan, Tai Kun felt the pain. They were already supplying twelve cities—this was serious business.

They would dig three feet deep if necessary to find Wang Feng. Normally, the beasts wouldn't want to provoke the Nine Gods, but in this situation, even the heavens themselves would have to be challenged.

Then there were the sea clans... Clara was the last to learn about this, and it was at least twenty days after Wang Feng's disappearance. However, Clara was certain that Wang Feng was not in danger; otherwise, their bond would have vanished. But where had that brat gone???

The intelligence he provided wasn't particularly useful. Who would dare to attack the sea eels' lair? The sea clans associated with Wang Meng were powerful royal families, so his information didn't help much. But he clearly knew something.

Undercurrents were stirring everywhere, but the common folk of Aurora City remained oblivious. The first to truly feel the impending storm was the organization of the Nine Gods.

Within a few days, not just in Aurora City but also in three major cities and numerous small towns in the surrounding area, the members of the Nine Gods realized how vulnerable their disguises were.

Thirty-four Pus, four Yis, and one Mi—these were just the losses within five days. What about the future? Would there be more?

This was a genuine disaster, and the Nine Gods were panicking...

Xuecai was finally relieved. It turned out that this person was indeed Karida's junior brother. For him, handling the small Rune Academy was effortless. Of course, she still needed to be cautious about fights, as most researchers in Ice Spirit Kingdom weren't fighters, like the Guadels.

She repeatedly advised Old Wang to use the connections at the Rune Academy and leverage his relationship with his mentor as a cover. Satisfied, the little girl left.

Old Wang was also content, having enjoyed a perfect lunch. He patted his belly, which was only slightly bulged despite eating a full table of food. Where did all that food go?

There were no classes at the Rune Academy in the afternoon. According to the script they had prepared with Xuecai, the first day at the Ice Spirit Holy Sanctuary required showing off some affection with Xue Zhiyu to establish Wang Feng's role as her protector.

Xue Zhiyu was from the Wizard Academy.

The Wizard Academy at the Ice Spirit Holy Sanctuary differed significantly from the one at Rose.

Typically, wizards in the sanctuary specialized in fire and lightning due to their strong offensive capabilities and the fact that these elements were common among people, making them easier to learn.

However, there were many other elemental wizards, such as ice wizards in Ice Spirit Kingdom. Born in the frigid lands, ice was their racial talent, giving them a natural affinity for ice soul power.

In the Wizard Academy training ground...

To be honest, Old Wang felt a strong sense of hostility upon entering.

Unlike the Rune Academy, where students often interacted, most male wizards here harbored secret affections for Xue Zhiyu. Facing such a true beauty, anyone who didn't try to win her over wasn't a real man. Moreover, those who could fight always had more confidence and temper.

Even Ota, despite being the top fighter at the Ice Spirit Holy Sanctuary, faced challenges and confrontations from male wizards when pursuing Xue Zhiyu. Eventually, he won their respect through his strength. But what right did this pretty boy have? No matter how famous he was, he was just a rune master who couldn't fight. In Ice Spirit Kingdom, such men were seen as weak.

Moreover, he wasn't even from Ice Spirit Kingdom; he was an outsider!

Seeing Wang Feng enter, many male wizards, whether training or watching, cast him challenging and displeased glances.

Most were ice wizards, and the training ground was covered in snow and ice. Despite daily cleaning, the large arena was still layered with thick snow.

Three people were attacking Xue Zhiyu, so Old Wang didn't interrupt. He ignored the hostile looks and focused on the battle. The attackers released ice spears rapidly from different angles.

Interestingly, these attackers moved swiftly, their feet encased in ice blades that allowed them to glide quickly on the icy ground, far faster than normal running speeds.

This environmental advantage wasn't just about speed. Some ice wizards who were average in other environments became much stronger in snowy conditions, capable of defeating much stronger opponents.

Timing, location, and people—all races had their advantages. This was why Ice Spirit Kingdom, despite its backward rune technology and limited population, remained one of the top ten principalities in the League of Blades. Fighting on home turf, their collective strength could even repel the once-powerful Nine Gods army.

Xue Zhiyu fought three opponents but remained relaxed. She casually formed ice shields to block the sharp ice spears, then raised her hands at the right moment, causing three massive ice pillars to rise from the ground, knocking the attackers away, leaving them bruised and unable to get up.

Imagine if the ice pillars had been ice spears instead; the attackers would have been skewered.

Not only Xue Zhiyu, but another pair caught Old Wang's attention. The man was exceptionally tall and muscular, standing at least two meters and twenty centimeters. If not for the tribal markings on his face, Old Wang might have mistaken him for a Winterian.

His chest armor tightly wrapped around his robust body, and he wielded a giant shield nearly three meters high, weighing several hundred pounds, yet it seemed weightless in his hands. He leaped high into the air.

A woman in white sat on his shoulders, wearing a tight white snowsuit, standard gear in Ice Spirit Kingdom, adorned with delicate patterns that blended seamlessly into the snowy background, making her hard to spot from a distance.

The man's explosive leap reached three to four meters high, and he used his shield as a platform. The woman created a stream of ice, forming a slide for the shield. Together, they glided around the training ground twice, moving incredibly fast before landing smoothly.

Their combat skills were far superior to those at Rose. Unlike the small fireballs flying around in Rose's practice fields, this pair's wizardry coordination showed a level of creativity beyond basic training.

Clearly familiar with Xue Zhiyu, they approached Wang Feng, laughing and chatting.

Tatashi and Tassia, siblings, were mentioned by Xuecai. Like Jina, they were both trusted friends and sworn followers of Xue Zhiyu.

They greeted Old Wang warmly, sizing him up.

More than just these two, many others in the training ground turned to look, making this scene the center of attention.

The story of the prince and princess under the aurora was widely known in the Ice Spirit Holy Sanctuary.

While fairy tales of princes and princesses appealed to many girls, the male wizards' gazes were filled with caution and tension, still hoping for a chance.

What if it was just a rumor? What if they hadn't really gotten that far? Or, what if it was just the pretty boy's one-sided infatuation?

Feeling the gazes around her, Xue Zhiyu smiled, intending to ask Wang Feng about his morning at the Rune Academy. Suddenly, he pulled out a white towel from behind his back.

Surprised, she then heard Wang Feng utter a nickname she never expected.

"Zhiyu, let me wipe the sweat off for you; look at how wet your forehead is..."

The voice was very gentle and intimate, but at this quiet moment, not only did Xue Zhiyu and Tatashi hear it, but even many people standing several meters away could hear it too.

The male wizards immediately widened their eyes. What the hell?