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"I am Marina from the Biology Department."
Her voice was magnetic and slightly hoarse, and she didn't lift her head while introducing herself, which came off as somewhat impolite.
This caused those around her, including Freya, to frown slightly. However, no one said anything; after all, everyone might have their own unspoken issues, and perhaps this girl was one of them.
Once everyone had introduced themselves, James glanced at the group and lightly snapped his fingers.
A circle of transparent membranes spread out from him, and the sounds around them gradually faded under the coverage of these membranes.
Freya sensed it for a moment and discovered that the membrane not only had soundproofing effects but could also block mental probing.
When the membranes were fully in place, James's expression became serious.
"Alright, since everyone has introduced themselves, I won't waste any more time. You all must be here for various resources. I currently have a lead that I want to share. You don't need to pay anything; this operation is organized in my personal capacity. I want to reiterate that the source of this lead may involve certain dangers. If anyone wants to withdraw now, please feel free to leave. Otherwise, I hope everyone will sign a confidentiality agreement afterward. How does that sound?"
No one spoke; they simply listened quietly, clearly mentally prepared.
Seeing their reactions, James paused for a moment and deliberately slowed his voice.
"Well, no one wants to leave? Then let me share this lead. I currently have secret information regarding a convoy transporting resources from Hurricane Fortress."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone stirred slightly.
Allen from the Will Brothers spoke up directly.
"Information about the resource convoy from Hurricane Fortress? Are you sure? Is the source reliable?"
"Of course. This is internal information from my family. My brother specifically revealed it to me. Allen, you know who my brother is, right?" James said meaningfully as he looked at Allen.
"Well, even if the information is accurate, you should know that the resource convoy is almost always equipped with at least one Official Wizard and accompanying guards," Allen thought with a frown.
"Don't worry about that. According to the news, this convoy has been specifically assigned a newly promoted wizard by Hurricane Fortress. It's clear that the upper management of Hurricane Fortress wants him gone; otherwise, such an important secret wouldn't have been leaked," James said lightly.
Freya sat quietly beside them, listening to their conversation. She was aware of Hurricane Fortress, a Wizard Organization located not far from Elgreen Academy. It had survived the wars among wizards due to its affiliation with Serpent's Tooth Tower, and its strength was likely comparable to Blue Eagle Nest. It was a unique Wizard Organization focused on Pharmacology rather than combat within the Dis Mountain Range.
If this organization was behind the resource convoy, then the chances of it containing Demon Eye Grass were quite high.
"Do you know what specific materials are in this convoy?" Marina, who had been sitting silently in the corner, unexpectedly spoke up. "If it doesn't have what I want, I choose to withdraw now."
Hearing her question, James turned his head and smiled.
"Well, regarding that, I have a list here. Although it's not very complete, everyone can take a look."
With that, he took out a stack of white papers from his waist and distributed them to everyone.
Freya received the information and glanced at it before her expression turned serious.
"Croz Skull, Demon Mushroom, Maggot Grass, Demon Eye Grass, Black Garter Flower."
The list contained dozens of material names, each exceptionally valuable, including the very rare Walker Giant's Blood.
This was a rare material used to synthesize potions that directly increased mental power without any side effects.
As far as she knew, Walker Giants had been hunted to extinction by wizards over five hundred years ago due to this special effect. Fresh blood reserves were even rarer; she never expected this resource convoy would possess such precious resources.
She scanned the others with uncertainty and noticed that everyone wore expressions of shock and surprise to varying degrees.
After thinking for a moment, Freya looked at James with a cold expression.
"Lord James, if this list is real, have you considered that it might be a trap aimed at someone else, rather than an attempt to frame the Newly Advanced Wizard? Also, are you sure we are the only ones aware of this clue?"
Freya's question echoed the doubts in everyone's minds, so they all turned to the ever-smiling James.
Perhaps Freya's question was too sharp; James slowly withdrew his smile and turned his gaze to Freya with an odd expression.
"Lady Freya, regarding your question, I am quite certain this is a case of framing, and while there may be others who know about this clue besides us, that is one of the risks involved. However, I assure you that no more than three people will be aware of it."
Listening to James's explanation, Freya lightly nodded, indicating her understanding.
However, hearing him say it was one thing; whether it would truly be no more than three people could only be determined in due time.
Moreover, James certainly knew much more about the specific information than anyone else, but he had no obligation to share it with the group. After all, information about a resource convoy that could be understood without any cost was worth a significant amount of Magic Stones.
Although she didn't know what else was involved, since Third-Rank Apprentice James had the courage to organize this operation, there must be some assurance behind it.
Freya discreetly observed this seemingly ordinary family apprentice, wondering what he was thinking.
Meanwhile, after listening to his words, the others fell into contemplation. The relatively weaker Will Brothers even began discussing among themselves telepathically, as if they had differing opinions.
James remained silent after finishing his statement, simply waiting quietly.
After a long while, it seemed that the Will Brothers had concluded their discussion and sat there with determined expressions.
Seeing this, James nodded in satisfaction.
"Alright, it seems everyone has chosen to stay, so I will now reveal this clue." He paused and continued, "In three hours, this convoy will pass through the northern road of Dis Forest at noon, disguised as an ordinary merchant caravan. In addition to that Newly Advanced Wizard, there are four Intermediate Knights, two Great Knights, and three Second-Level Apprentice Wizards, all of whom are trusted followers of this wizard. According to the information I have gathered, this Newly Advanced Wizard specialized in the Negative Energy System during his apprenticeship and can be considered a combat-type wizard. However, since he was promoted only two months ago, he likely hasn't prepared any First-Level Spells or trump cards. His actual strength should be just slightly above that of a Third-Rank Apprentice. Besides him, we also need to pay attention to his two Great Knight followers. We still need to formulate a battle plan."
Half an hour later, six Third-Rank Apprentices dressed in Gray Robes walked out of the restaurant one after another.
Freya glanced at the departing individuals and then headed toward the library. The Communication Ring on her finger flickered with a faint red light, indicating six new special Secret Marks.
In the upcoming operation, Freya's role was supportive while the main forces were James and Thomas.
Among the six individuals, she was the only one with a Positive Energy System and had intentionally downplayed her abilities.
After all, this operation was a temporary team-up. Although everyone was an apprentice from Elgreen Academy, their relationships were not close enough to fully trust each other.
Soon, the grand entrance of the library appeared before her.
At the entrance sat an old man in a Gray Robe, squinting his eyes as he rested.
Perhaps sensing Freya's arrival, he slightly opened his eyes and looked at her, saying lightly, "One Magic Stone for three hours."
Without saying a word, she directly took out two Magic Stones and placed them on the table before walking inside.
The vast library had only one floor designated for apprentices, and at that moment there were not many apprentices inside—only two or three individuals who were seriously reading their books.
Their presence felt like that of Third-Rank Apprentices.
After glancing at those apprentices, Freya walked straight toward the area for Plant Energy Basic Knowledge.
She has just learned First-Level Sorcery, and she still lacks a lot of the knowledge required at this level. The knowledge from the lectures is no longer sufficient for her, and the library is her best option.
After all, improving and optimizing a Spell involves too many factors. Even a basic version of a Spell released by different wizards can be difficult to identify without its name; it is hard to guess what type of Spell it is.
Moreover, the Spells she obtained from Saradin, aside from Ashfire which has been improved, Plant Catalysis and Scouting Technique have only slightly altered Casting Speed, so now she is trying to improve them all together.
Although there are only three short hours, her brain is capable enough to optimize them adequately.
She casually pulled out a book and examined it closely.
Time passed minute by minute, and within just half an hour, she had finished reading a book that was two centimeters thick. This was still because the content was relatively obscure and difficult to understand.
However, when she pulled out another book she had not read before, another apprentice entered the library after exchanging a Magic Stone.
This was a female apprentice with rare purple hair. Although her face was beautiful, her complexion was somewhat pale, and even in a gray Robe, her emaciated figure was evident.
However, when Freya casually glanced at the apprentice, she was slightly taken aback because the apprentice turned out to be Lilian, a friend from the early days at the academy. (To be continued)
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