Return of the Legendary Runesmith-Chapter 65 - 64- Abducted(1)

They were riding the carriage and returning to the academy.

Although they weren’t able to win the contest, which was never in their mind when they were coming here, they have gained a lot of knowledge and respect during these three days.

When they were coming here, they never anticipated that they would reach the third round and their Professor would showcase such rare talent that even the Tower members would applaud his abilities.

"You really should have seen Professor Dextor’s reaction. He was gritting his teeth all the time." Aries, blunt as ever, mocked in an amused voice.

Adrian didn’t try to stop her since he was quite tired and taking some rest.

That gained a few chuckles from her co-passengers.

They already were at the age where they knew what they should say and where they should speak. Pointing things out at such trivial occurrences wasn’t necessary.

"Professor Erwin gave me his notes." Hayden showed them the small diary in which several papers of mismatched sizes were pinned.

During the third round, the senior Professor noticed a few things about Hayden’s techniques, which he genuinely appreciated, and there were some fields in which he needed to work. Considering that, he handed him the notes to help him.

"Betrayal. Despite having Professor Adrian before you, you went ahead and took Professor Erwin’s help."

This time, Adrian couldn’t remain silent as he told Aries, "Knowledge should never be limited to a person or a subject. Gather it from whichever source you can."

Aries raised her hands as if to say ’Was just joking around’.

Adrian knew it; however, considering Hayden’s personality, he might have taken that to heart.

A brief silence ensued before Allen asked, "What will happen to the weapons you build?"

The subjects weren’t allowed to take the armaments which was a shame since Allen liked the weapon Thalia tuned.

But more than Allen, the one who wanted to keep the armament was Elana. Not only was it the best armament she had ever wielded, but it was also made by Adrian.

It was dedicated to her. Her Professor put his hard work and concentration into that weapon...and they just took it away. Rascals.

"Those were the Tower properties. They kept it for further studies." Adrian informed them with an absent mind.

His mind suddenly went towards something which was supposed to happen but it didn’t.

It completely slipped off his mind. This arc...the heist of the weapons built by students and the Professors... wasn’t the gang working under Munrow supposed to steal them?

However, Adrian saw those weapons being taken to the vault. Do they plan on stealing them tonight from the vault?

’Well, thankfully nothing happened when we were there.’ Adrian wasn’t much worried about the possibility of getting the armament he tuned getting stolen.

It was a second-graded, so unless the person is Elana or ready to accept some serious drawback, that weapon could only be used to swing and slash.

Adrian glanced at Michael. He was sitting there silently, without any reaction or restlessness. It was slightly unnerving. Was the plan delayed, or were they planning something else?

Just when those thoughts passed his mind—

**BOOOOOOM**

A huge explosion occurred that shook the land and brought the carriage to an abrupt halt.

"Professor!" Elana hurriedly held him before he could have fallen on Sylvie.

"Ah, thanks." Adrian thanked her as he stood up, and along with Ariana, he stepped out of the carriage, only after instructing the students to stay inside.

"...is there a town in that direction?" Adrian asked as he saw city borders and smoke arising from a few miles away.

"There definitely is a settlement there." There was a knitted frown on her forehead. That explosion was definitely a spell intended to burn down a building or maybe the border security.

An ambush? Or did a regular battle escalate?

Ariana was thinking about whether they should continue their journey or should she go and take a look, when—

**BOOOOOOOM**

Another explosion. This time, bigger than the previous one.

"I will go and check." Ariana couldn’t stay still. She removed her coat and became a blur, advancing toward the city

Adrian heaved a sigh as he caught her coat. Although she was a dedicated headmistress, the blood of Warden was still fresh in her.

He was staring at the distance, thinking if he should go inside the carriage, when suddenly—

"There goes your only protection."

Adrian spun on his feet, his hand expertly pulling the dagger as he looked at the man who appeared behind him.

He was standing on a safe distance, and raised his hands upon seeing Adrian being so wary, as he said, "I came here with a deal in mind. No fighting."

Adrian narrowed his eyes, "Why should I listen to your deal? Just step away from the carriage." He was extremely close to the carriage and just by looking at the man, Adrian could tell that he was a trained warrior.

And the way he looked...Adrian wished that his guess was wrong. He couldn’t be ’him’ or this would turn out to be quite messy.

The black-haired man calmly responded, "Look, you have no option but to listen to my words or that person there," While pointing at a cloaked being who undoubtedly was a mage, he said, "...will blow the carriage just like he caused those explosions just now?"

Adrian gritted his teeth. So it was a plan all along...to push Ariana away so he could approach him.

Adrian needed to act calmly. Mages have a long range of attacks, and they can influence their surroundings without needing to depend on any tool. A wrong move and his students would be at risk.

"What do you want?" Adrian asked after a brief pause.

Munrow smiled, "You are a wise man, Adrian. Well, the deal is simple: you come with me, answer a few questions, and make a few armaments, and in exchange, I will give you a gift. Your friend...what is her name...uh, Eve. Yes, Eve."

Adrian’s eyes widened, "You...abducted her?"

Munrow shrugged, "Well, I thought she would be a good source of information but the b*tch didn’t say anything about you at all."

With a grin, he asked, "Won’t you come and save a loyal friend?"

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