Summoned with an SSS-Rank Portal Skill

Chapter 105 - 105: Coming for the Rescue

Few people used the tunnel. William inquired about this, and Beatrice explained that its existence was a well-kept secret within the sewers.

"It's one of the hidden passages," she said.

Beatrice's knowledge stemmed from her status as a powerful mage, her connection to an influential noble family, and her close relationship with the well-informed old man. These factors granted her access to information unavailable to most.

They traversed the tunnel for about fifteen minutes before reaching its end, which opened into the forest surrounding Ignis. The exit was cleverly concealed, not only by vegetation but also by magic that rendered it invisible to outsiders.

"Guards patrol this area frequently, so the magical formations here are quite potent," Beatrice explained. "This ensures the passage remains undiscovered."

"Where should we begin our

He preemptively cast Kinetic Burst, a spell that functioned as a rapid dash. As the enemy spells hurtled towards him – poison, fire, water, and lightning – he activated the spell, narrowly evading them.

William's evasive maneuver surprised them, but they remained undeterred. They had ample mana to continue their assault, and William couldn't evade indefinitely.

However, he wasn't alone. Beatrice had arrived, and her presence triggered a panicked reaction.

"A-A behemoth!" one shrieked. "Why is it here? We must flee!"

Beatrice had invoked another illusion, making them perceive her as a behemoth, a fearsome creature occasionally sighted near Ignis.

Capitalizing on their terror, Beatrice unleashed a series of deadly attacks. Lotus flowers materialized, their petals sharp as blades, slicing through the air and severing the throats of her paralyzed adversaries.

Beatrice spared only the apparent leader, who stood paralyzed with fear, barely able to speak.

"Please, have mercy," he pleaded.

William watched, his perception of Beatrice shifting. She was not someone he wanted to cross.

'She's terrifying,' he thought.

Beatrice approached the captive and began her interrogation. "Why did you take them?" she demanded.

Desperate to survive, the leader readily divulged information. "The prince hired us," he confessed. "Our target was James, but the other man was with him, so we took both."

William's mind raced. The prince's involvement was puzzling.

'Is he trying to sabotage our mission to gather the antidote ingredients? But how did he find out? It's a closely guarded secret...' William pondered.

Beatrice, meanwhile, was reeling from the revelation.

"The prince? Are you serious? Why is he involved in this?" she questioned, her voice laced with disbelief.

The prince was a formidable figure, and Beatrice was wary of incurring his wrath. Crossing the royal family was a dangerous game.

"I don't know," the man insisted. "I was merely following orders. I swear!"