Suhlen took a sheepskin scroll and opened it. It was a map of the Northern City with some lines drawn on it.
"Your Majesty, look at this. This is the pine forest north of the city. In the past month, we've found five mutated monsters in this forest, and the number is still rising."
"Further north, near the Sierra de Lotas, there are even more mutated monsters. We've been giving out quests for adventurers to find the cause, but we haven't found anything. The number of mutated monsters is still rising."
Hearing the guard's report, Su Lun's expression turned serious. Although these mutated monsters hadn't attacked the city yet, if their numbers continued to increase, it wouldn't be long before these monsters overran the city, and even Northern Garrison City would be affected.
Suhlen looked at the statistics and frowned. In just a month or two, the number of mutated monsters had reached three hundred. The number that hadn't been counted was probably even higher. The Northern City's soldiers were strong, and they often went out to clean up the monsters. If it were any other noble's territory, they might not be able to hold on.
"Is it because of the Elemental Tide?" Hathaway asked softly.
Suhlen put down the document and said uncertainly, "I'm not sure. Did something like this happen when the Elemental Tide came in the past? By the way, are these mutated monsters only in the Northern City, or are they everywhere in the continent?"
Suhlen ordered the guard, "Send someone to ask around. See if Maple City and Mirror Lake City have seen these things."
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
The guard bowed and left in a hurry.
"The Elemental Tide is getting stronger and stronger. The arrival of the Elemental Tide is a good thing for us, but it's also an opportunity for other species. This is most likely related to the Elemental Tide."
"By the way, are there any ancient ruins around here?" Hathaway suddenly asked.
"I don't know about that," Suhlen looked at Hathaway strangely, "Why are you suddenly asking about this today?"
"Many ancient ruins have some terrifying monsters sealed away. Some were used by the ancient Arcana Masters for research purposes, while others were sealed away because they were too dangerous and difficult to kill. Normally, these things don't have much of an effect."
"With the passage of time, many creatures will die of exhaustion in the seal. However, there are also some long-lived creatures or monsters with abilities similar to Life Hiding that will become active again due to the arrival of the Elemental Tide. If the ancient seal is damaged, it might not be able to suppress the monsters. If the monsters' power leaks out, it might lead to a situation like this, "Hathaway said as she adjusted her gold-rimmed glasses.
Suhlen looked rather awful. "I think that's very likely. After all, we've inherited a mysterious realm left by the ancient arcanists. Since there's a mysterious realm here, it's very likely that there's an ancient ruin here."
"Oh right, Adept Locke and I also reinforced an ancient seal together." Suhlen's face changed slightly. He immediately thought, "No, I need to arrange people to search the surroundings carefully. Also, ask the city hall to issue a mission to those adventurers!"
"Guards, guards!" Suhlen yelled outside the door. Soon, two guards hurried in.
"Your Majesty, what are your orders?" The two guards asked respectfully.
"Send someone to the city hall and ask them to search for the ruins around here. Also, issue a mission to those adventurers!" Suhlen lowered his voice.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" The two guards bowed and quickly left.
Hathaway quietly watched Suhlen give out his orders. When he was done, she stood up and said, "How about I try using astrology?"
"No, if you fail, you'll suffer a backlash." Suhlen rejected without thinking.
Hathaway smiled. "It's fine. I'm a legendary wizard now. Even if I suffer a backlash, it won't do anything to me. Plus, I still have you, right? "
"That won't do!" Suhlen shook his head.
Hathaway walked up to him and poked his head. "If we don't use astrology, how long will it take for those adventurers and soldiers to find it?"
"Also, I've just done some research. The number of mutated monsters is constantly increasing. If we don't get rid of them as soon as possible, we'll be in big trouble!"
"Big trouble? What big trouble? Let's see how I'll deal with them. "Suhlen snorted.
"If you don't agree, I'll use it secretly. You'll be sad if I get hurt!" Hathaway said when she saw Suhlen's reaction.
"You …" Suhlen glared at Hathaway. He knew he had to agree, so he nodded. "Alright, you can use astrology, but I have to be by your side. If there's any danger, you have to stop the spell immediately!"
"Okay." Hathaway agreed and pulled Suhlen to the astrology platform.
"I've made a divination crystal on the astrology platform. It can reduce the damage caused by the backlash. Basically, there won't be any problems." Hathaway said as she tidied up her things. As a northern witch, she had mastered divination spells. The northern witches were proficient in divination spells, but Suhlen didn't let her use them because he was worried about Hathaway.
Fate was a very strange thing, and so was the future. Although the divination spells could see some fragments of the future, the future was not always the same. Using this kind of spell often would cause the line of fate to become chaotic. Just like a good swimmer who was addicted to cheating, using the divination spells recklessly would eventually lead to the fetters of fate. Then, it would be troublesome.
At the top of the astrology platform, Hathaway's figure was quietly suspended in the air. Her elegant long hair was dancing in the wind, and a beautifully made crystal ball was suspended in front of her. At this time, a powerful wave of magic came from the crystal ball, and the smell of concentration incense in the whole room became stronger.
Suhlen looked at Hathaway quietly and didn't dare to disturb her. She was now preparing for the divination ceremony. This kind of spell usually took a long time to prepare. The more difficult it was, the longer it would take. Some even required the cooperation of other wizards to hold a grand ceremony.
Under the silver moonlight, Hathaway's figure seemed to be covered with a layer of silver gauze. The Lady of Silvermoon also mastered part of the divination priesthood, and many divination spells were performed with the help of the Lady of Silvermoon.
At this time, Hathaway's figure suddenly trembled, and then she suddenly opened her eyes. There was a trace of blood at the corner of her mouth.
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