Age of Wizards: I Can Analyze All Things

Chapter 270: Chapter 162: Cleansing Operation, Belated Revenge (2)

"Yin Xue, it seems Red Maple City has no more need for Free Mages right now. Do you know what the situation is like in the other War Cities?"

Yin Xue immediately understood what Pei Ze meant. She pondered for a few seconds before speaking slowly. "Jinglan City, Linfeng City, and Anqiu City are all within the Thunder Sect Country’s territory. A major war has already broken out there. The two sides are evenly matched, and it’s devolved into a war of attrition. It will likely go on for a very long time."

’If a full-scale war had already broken out, then there was no place for Free Mages.’

Slightly disappointed, Pei Ze asked, "What about the Storm Sect Country?"

"Things are still in a stalemate over there, but the Storm Sect Country is rather unique. It’s not very suitable for Free Mages."

"Why?" Pei Ze asked curiously.

"The Storm Sect Country’s territory is mostly ocean and islands, and its citizens are primarily various types of Sea Race. Free Mages aren’t very effective in that kind of environment, and there are few missions suitable for them."

"More importantly, the environment there is very demanding for Wizards. For a Wizard who hasn’t mastered the appropriate abilities, undertaking missions in the ocean is extremely risky."

Pei Ze grew thoughtful.

’He was right. Fighting a group of the Sea Race in their own environment—especially followers of the Storm Singer—would be incredibly difficult without proper underwater combat skills.’

Disappointed, Pei Ze shook his head and said, "It looks like my only option is to return to Chenxi City."

’Bai Bing City is gone, and none of the other seven War Cities have a place for Free Mages. There’s no point in staying on the Plane Battlefield any longer. I have to go back.’

’When the situation on the Plane Battlefield changes and there are opportunities for Free Mages to earn contribution points again, it won’t be too late to come back.’

Hearing Pei Ze’s words, Yin Xue hesitated slightly. A moment later, as if having made a decision, she suddenly said, "Pei Ze, if you want to earn contribution points, our unit happens to have a mission."

As her words fell, Yin Guang looked at Yin Xue in shock. "Cousin?"

Yin Xue glanced at him and shook her head slightly. "We’re already short-handed. If Pei Ze joins us, it would be a great help in completing the mission, wouldn’t it?"

"Besides, Pei Ze is a good fit for the mission."

Yin Guang seemed to realize something and fell silent.

Pei Ze took note of the exchange, raised an eyebrow, and asked, "What kind of mission is it?"

"Actually, this matter is related to you." Yin Xue’s expression turned solemn. "Do you remember the abomination you recovered from Pei Zhanqing and Pei Yonggao after you killed them?"

Pei Ze’s expression changed, and he nodded lightly.

’Of course he wouldn’t forget something involving a forbidden creature like that abomination.’

At this point, a suspicion began to form in Pei Ze’s mind.

"After you handed that abomination to our mentors, they launched a private investigation. They’ve since gathered conclusive evidence that the Pei Family has been violating Alliance prohibitions by secretly researching and cultivating those things. Just yesterday, the Star Realm Alliance Council issued a purge order for the Pei Family. The Wizards assigned to execute it have already reached Chenxi City. Barring any surprises, the operation has already started."

’Just as I thought!’

Although he had vaguely expected this, Pei Ze was still startled to hear Yin Xue’s words. He hadn’t expected the Element Faction to move against the Pei Family so quickly.

’But on second thought... The Meng Family had just suffered a terrible blow, crippling them and effectively removing them from the ranks of the five great families. The Bloodline Faction’s strength has been massively depleted.’

’On top of that, they now have evidence of the Pei Family’s transgressions, giving them a just cause. With the Star Realm Alliance Council backing them, it was undoubtedly the perfect opportunity to eliminate the Pei Family’s influence.’

’Neither the Pei Family’s backers on the Council nor the Yan Family could possibly oppose the Star Realm Alliance Council. Their only choice was to stand by and watch, avoiding any involvement themselves.’

As he considered this, another suspicion took root in Pei Ze’s mind.

’Could the Element Faction have had a hand in the Meng Family’s devastating losses at Bai Bing City? Were they the ones fanning the flames?’

’After all, looking at the results, even though Bai Bing City was destroyed, most of the casualties were from the Meng Family’s faction. The Element Faction was left almost unscathed.’

’Meanwhile, although the Turin People destroyed Bai Bing City, they also lost an avatar of Lady Frost and two Divine Envoys in the process. Their strength also took a significant hit, which laid the groundwork for the later victory at Red Maple City.’

’Without a doubt, the Element Faction had been the biggest winner in that incident.’

’It made it hard not to suspect they’d had a hand in it.’

Of course, this was all just Pei Ze’s speculation. He had no proof.

’But it didn’t matter. When it came to dealing with the Pei Family, he was all for it.’

"What about inside Red Maple City?" Pei Ze asked gravely, glancing at the gear on Yin Xue and Yin Guang. "You’re going after the Pei Family’s Wizards inside the city."

Yin Xue nodded. "Red Maple City has been locked down. All contact with Chenxi City has been severed to ensure that the Pei Family’s people inside the city don’t get wind of anything before the operation is over."

"Also, if all has gone according to plan, the Witch Hunting Team should have already started moving on the Pei Family’s people within the city."

"However, the Pei Family still has many members outside the city on missions. Our next task is to eliminate them."

At this, Yin Xue glanced at Pei Ze and said with a serious expression, "Because this all happened so suddenly, most of our personnel are still at the front lines and haven’t been recalled. We’re facing a manpower shortage. If you can help us, Pei Ze, I’m sure the higher-ups would be more than happy to give you a satisfactory reward."

Pei Ze was immediately tempted.

’Even without the reward, he wouldn’t refuse just for the chance to strike at the Pei Family.’

’After all, his feud with the Pei Family ran deep. If they were dealt with, he would no longer have to worry about them plotting against him from the shadows.’

Having thought this through, Pei Ze had already made his decision, but he kept his expression neutral. He smiled and asked, "Yin Xue, don’t you need to discuss something like this with your superiors?"

"That’s true," Yin Xue readily agreed. "Although I’m sure they wouldn’t refuse a capable helper like you."

As she spoke, a silver light bloomed at her fingertip, transforming into a silver butterfly. It fluttered up gracefully, passed through the wall, and vanished.

While they waited for a reply, Yin Xue added, "Speaking of which, the target we’re dealing with this time is someone you have a connection with."

Pei Ze was taken aback. "Oh? How so?" he asked, his curiosity piqued.

"His name is Pei Lingjie. He was originally an officer of the Silver Light Legion stationed in Bishui City, but he was later transferred to Red Maple City along with the Divine Body Golem. We’ve investigated, and he was the one who assigned Pei Yonggao to Red Maple City. It’s highly likely he was the one who backed Pei Yonggao’s attempt to assassinate you."

"What a coincidence indeed." Pei Ze’s eyes narrowed, a dangerous glint flashing within them before disappearing.

Just then, a strange fluctuation of energy suddenly arose in the private room.

Pei Ze and Yin Xue’s expressions shifted. They looked toward a corner of the room to see the air suddenly distort, followed by the slow appearance of a silvery-white Light Gate.

The next second, a figure walked out of the Light Gate.

The newcomer was a middle-aged man with a rather thin face and unremarkable features, save for a pair of incredibly deep eyes. His entire being exuded a steady, composed aura.

Sensing the restrained yet profound Spirit fluctuations emanating from the man, Pei Ze’s gaze sharpened.

’A Level 3 Wizard!’

"Lord Ji Sheng!" Yin Xue and Yin Guang rose to their feet in unison.

Ji Sheng nodded slightly at the two of them, then turned to Pei Ze, a gentle smile on his face.

"You must be Chenxi City’s most outstanding genius, the Wizard Pei Ze. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Ji Sheng."

"Lord Ji Sheng." Pei Ze placed a hand on his chest in a salute.

"No need for such formalities," Ji Sheng said with a smile and a wave of his hand. "And I almost forgot—congratulations on your promotion to Second-level Wizard."

As he said this, a flash of amazement passed through Ji Sheng’s eyes.

He had been quite surprised when Yin Xue mentioned it.

After all, it hadn’t been long since Pei Ze’s initial breakthrough to Wizard had caused a huge sensation in Chenxi City. Who could have expected him to break through again and become a Second-level Wizard so quickly?

This rate of advancement was simply terrifying!

Given time, Pei Ze’s achievements would surely reach an astonishing level!

Visit and read more novel to help us update chapter quickly. Thank you so much!