Chapter 1750 Toby is Toby <TOC> Chapter 1752 Ambush Strategy
Translator: SumTLMan
In the void, due to unstable energy, there often arises a sequence of chain reactions. Sometimes, a mere minor contraction of energy can potentially lead to the collapse of a rift in the future.
Therefore, the appearance of spatial rifts in the void is a common occurrence.
However, this particular rift is somewhat different. Its emergence has no identifiable cause; it manifested seemingly out of nowhere, and it is not part of any reaction chain.
Such rifts that appear out of thin air are typically not formed naturally but are opened by an external force.
Toby was playing so joyfully, and coupled with the residual energy vortex from his earlier breakthrough, he didn’t notice this spatial rift. However, Angel and his companions, who were at a distance, had a clear view of the rift.
“Should we alert Toby?” asked Angel.
Sanders looked towards the distance. The moment the rift formed, he had already sensed its origin and the entities behind it.
A glint flashed in his eyes, “Some interesting folks have arrived.”
“Interesting folks?” Angel didn’t grasp Sanders’ meaning.
Sanders didn’t elaborate but slowly removed his gloves. His slender middle finger and thumb gently intertwined. With a soft “snap,” numerous illusion nodes formed out of thin air around them.
As soon as these nodes appeared, they vanished at an incredibly fast pace. Along with the nodes, the figures of Angel and the others disappeared as well.
“Concealment Illusionary Realm?” Angel immediately recognized this illusion, which obscured their presence. However, he was a bit puzzled about Sanders’ intent. Why conceal their presence? Was it because of the newcomers?
Who approaches now?
“Just keep watching, and you’ll see,” Sanders responded, nonchalantly and unfazed.
Angel pondered briefly and nodded in agreement. After all, they were right there, so if Toby were ever in danger, they could assist immediately. Angel was curious to see just how “interesting” the person Sanders mentioned truly was.
Not long after they vanished, the spatial rift finally formed, and a robed woman clad in religious ceremonial attire stepped out. Shortly after her appearance, a group of similarly robed figures followed suit.
“Is that her?” Gloria narrowed her eyes slightly, focusing on the leading robed woman.
Angel wasn’t familiar with everyone from the Wizarding World, so he didn’t recognize the newcomer. However, their attire made him recognize their origin.
On the back of each individual’s robe was a symbol resembling a solar eclipse. That symbol said it all.
Indeed, Gloria confirmed Angel’s suspicions: “The woman at the forefront is one of the Fallen from the Profound Alchemy Association, Hayley.”
The title ‘Fallen’ isn’t a position but a designation for the followers who serve the Profound Lord.
Although Angel wasn’t well-acquainted with the Profound Alchemy Association, he knew that Hayley, like Massaro who had previously sent him an invitation, was among the higher echelons of the Association.
“About seventy years ago, Hayley was also considered a rising star with immense potential. It was unexpected for her to join the Profound Alchemy Association. Once she officially became a follower of the Profound Lord, no matter how great her potential was, she would eventually just become a tool for the Profound Lord, forever trapped in his service,” Gloria remarked somewhat wistfully.
Speaking of which, I’ve heard a rumor that Hayley is currently the most favored person within the Profound Alchemy Association. She often dedicates herself to secluded cultivation and rarely ventures out,” a hint of suspicion flashed in Gloria’s eyes, “So why has she come to the Void this time?”
When Gloria expressed her doubts, members from the Profound Alchemy Association emerged from a rift in space in the distance.
Upon exiting, the first thing they did was look around attentively.
Catching a glimpse of Toby’s massive form, there was a slight ripple in their expressions. However, they gave no overt reaction and continued to observe their surroundings.
After a while, a figure in a black robe approached and said to Hayley, “There’s no one around.”
Of course, this was based on their physical observation. As for using mental tendrils to probe, it was impossible because the surrounding energy was in turmoil, and with the lingering visions, it was challenging to investigate.
Hayley was well aware of this. However, she believed that if there were someone, they wouldn’t suddenly hide.
Weak entities would leave obvious traces when hiding, while powerful ones had no need to hide.
Thus, there was a high probability that there truly was no one around.
“This time, I’ve received a Divine Oracle to use this creature, which has caused the omen signs, for the sacrificial ceremony. With no one around, we don’t have to worry about others taking a share,” Hayley paused for a moment, then instructed her followers, “This is a rare, explicit request from our Lord for a sacrifice. We must fulfill it. Understood?”
After receiving their affirmation, Hayley narrowed her eyes, gazing covetously at the Serpent-Bird still making a commotion in the distance.
Sacrificing this Serpent-Bird might gain her more attention. The Profound Lord might bestow greater power upon her. Perhaps, then, she could break her chains and step into the world of true knowledge.
While the members of the Profound Alchemy Association fixed their predatory gazes upon Toby, they were unaware that Angel and the others had witnessed their entire conversation.
“How interesting,” Sanders commented with a faint smile.
However, Angel and Gloria didn’t share his amusement. Instead, they frowned. They weren’t concerned about this group; what bothered them was the tone in Hayley’s voice. It seemed the Profound Lord might be interested in Toby?
If Toby is targeted by a Supreme Demon God, it’s definitely not a good omen.
Sanders also noticed the grave expressions on their faces and said slowly, “The Profound Lord has set his sights on many things. You don’t need to take it so seriously.”
“If the Profound Lord truly desired something, he wouldn’t just send this group to capture Toby.”
What Sanders said made sense. Given the realm and scheme of the Profound Lord, if he truly coveted something, he would have employed more assured methods, rather than sending a group of subordinates who might even be weaker than Toby.
Even Popoca, who stirred the waters in La Sutherland and might even know the details behind the fall of the Flameless Lord, was not desperately pursued by the Profound Lord. He probably doesn’t care that much; perhaps he’s merely curious about Toby.
Considering this, both Angel and Gloria felt much more relieved. However, while they didn’t need to be overly concerned, they shouldn’t underestimate the situation either.
At the very least, they couldn’t allow Toby to be captured by this group from the Profound Alchemy Association.
Not far away, Toby seemed to have noticed the people from the Profound Alchemy Association, and he sensed the intense malice emanating from them right away.
Toby isn’t naive. Seeing the blatant hostility in their eyes, he realized that these individuals would become adversaries.
Against enemies, Toby wouldn’t show mercy.
“However, can Toby defeat this group?” Gloria hesitated for a moment, “Should I step in and help?”
“There’s no need to rush. Wait until he’s truly in a losing position before intervening,” Sanders paused, “This could also be a good opportunity to gauge Toby’s strength after his advancement.”
Chapter 1750 Toby is Toby <TOC> Chapter 1752 Ambush Strategy