The Viper City:
Jonathan's heart is boiling in anger. He never expected the person in front of him was behind the colorless poison. And that girl who admitted defeat was the culprit as well.
He didn't expect the academy to have rotten apples like them. Right now, he decided to set focus on the Giant Tower Headmaster.
That person seems way more dangerous than Carlos Kent. After gaining some clarity in thoughts, he turned to Carlos Kent.
"Do you want to live?" Jonathan asked.
Hearing that, Carlos nodded his head in disbelief. He thought his life was over. But he was surprised by this silver of hope.
"Yes!"
"Sir, I want you to live. Give me a chance to correct my mistakes," Carlos asked.
Jonathan sneered inside. Instead of killing that person, he decided to make use of this person. He wants to know who is behind the Giant Tower Headmaster.
His action doesn't seem like he was acting individually. There must be someone behind him.
"Hereafter, you should act like everything is normal. I want you to find out about the Giant Tower Headmaster," Jonathan said.
Carlos Kent was quick witted. He instantly understands the meaning behind the words. Like he had suspected the Giant Tower Headmaster.
The person in front of him also thinks the same.
"Sir, I will complete the task," Carlos replied.
"Wait, not only that. I want you to be responsible for Zack Lockwood's protection as well," Jonathan said.
Carlos Kent's mouth twitches. He admitted his mistake. Zack Lockwood is someone he didn't dare to offend.
This person already taught him a lesson.
Jonathan saw through his thoughts. Then he added further,"Well, don't tell anyone about this including the dean and the supreme elder."
Carlos Kent was surprised. He then remembered Eurice Frye.
"Sir, that girl Eurice knows me. I'm afraid she will spill the beans later," Carlos voiced out of his concern.
"I will leave it to Zack Lockwood. He will decide what to do?"
"Here, take my number. Update me frequently. If he asks to do something again, instead try to find out more details about him."
"I'm leaving right now. And don't forget about my words. Your life depends on your performance," After saying that Jonathan left the mansion.
Carlos Kent stood alone. His complexion was not better. He was deeply injured earlier. He was still holding on because of the life line that person gave.
He then sat cross-legged on the ground and took out the high grade healing pills to heal himself.
...
(From MC's perspective)
20 minutes later,
I walked out of the practice room completely healed. Then I went to take a shower.
Several minutes later,
I changed to a fresh set of clothes. By that time, I decided to lay down. I heard someone knocking on the door.
"Jonathan?" I muttered. It must be him. Then I walked to the door.
When I opened the door. Unsurprisingly, the person was Jonathan.
Then I greeted him inside. After closing the door, I turned toward him and asked,"What happened?"
"Did you find out the culprit?" I asked. The unknown poison gave me great fear earlier. Fortunately, Jonathan was here.
He was able to find the cure. If not, it's difficult to imagine the consequences.
Jonathan squinted his eyes. He observed Zack's condition. He knew the cure would be effective. But looking at Zack's healthy condition.
He thinks that the cure was a grade higher. Peter's heart would bleed. If he knows the true worth of the cure.
Then removing the thoughts, he began to speak. It took Jonathan a few minutes to explain compared to the time taken by Carlos.
"He was too greedy," I said in a cold tone. Carlos Kent was a really greedy fox. He didn't mind offending the academy to seek his interest.
At the same time, thinking about the Giant Tower Headmaster. I'm feeling bad. As expected they are not targeting me for being a genius lightning student.
There must be a bigger reason behind this.
"Jonathan?"
"What should I do now?" I asked. I agree with Jonathan's method of handling. He didn't kill Carlos Kent, rather he decided to use him to find out the people behind the scenes.
In this way, we will soon find out the enemy.
"Young master, you should focus on raising your strength from now on"
"You only have 1 and a half years left. The current struggles are nothing compared to what you are going to face in future," Jonathan said.
For him the current situation was nothing. If he wants he can easily go to the Giant Tower Academy and infiltrate their place to investigate.
But he doesn't want to attract too much attention. He came here on his own. If his existence were known, it would create an unwanted situation. So he had made the decision to use Carlos Kent.
On the other hand, I sighed inwardly. I don't know whether Jonathan is exaggerating or not. Because what could be worse than this place.
All the faction members here want to pull me down. It's even harder to cultivate lightning essence here.
Shaking my head, I pushed down these thoughts. At least, I don't have to worry about Carlos Kent anymore.
"Alright, I'm leaving. If you encounter any problem in future, you can contact Carlos Kent. He is working for me"
"And it's up to you to make a decision on Eurice Frye's actions," Jonathan said.
"Eurice Frye," I gritted my teeth in anger. She is another woman greedy for resources. I don't know whether the dean told her about me or not.
Before I could think further, Jonathan's words reached my ears.
"If you want to hear my advice, I can tell you," Jonathan said.
Hearing that my expression turned solemn and nodded my head at him.
Jonathan replied,"Don't kill her. Until your stay in this academy."
A hint of surprise flashes in my eyes. This was not suited with the character of Jonathan. I had seen him taking care of enemies before.
But forgiveness was not his choice back then.
Jonathan saw through his thoughts. He chuckled and said,"Young master, don't trust this academy."
"What?" I blurted out in surprise.
Jonathan's expression turned to surprise. He said,"The supreme elder's inaction until now raises many doubts."
My heart set off storms. I thought Carlos Kent was a big hurdle. But if the Supreme Elder becomes an enemy, then there will be no place safe in the academy.
"Don't worry, I'm assuming that something is wrong. When I go back. I will inform the master."
"He can easily find out the information by using his powers. Until then, don't travel too much. And don't tell anyone about the uneven mountain peak for the time being."
"I don't know how many people are hiding in the dark. Until I get information on the Giant Tower Headmaster, it's better for you to stay low key in the academy," Jonathan said.
A look of understanding appeared on my face, but I asked,"What about the dean?"
"She saw me using the lightning element today. She will definitely question me later."
Jonathan doesn't have a good opinion of the dean. She feels incompetent at him.
"Just lie to her. Tell her that you received resources from the Master. She won't question you anymore," Jonathan said.
I nodded my head at him. Then we spoke for a few minutes before he left the room.
After closing the door, I walked to the bed and simply laid down on it. I'm having a small headache right now.
If not for Jonathan's revelation, I wouldn't have known so many things happening behind my back.
Why is the Giant Tower Headmaster targeting me?"
...
The Tower City:
The Giant Tower Headmaster came to this bustling city in disguise. He disguised himself as an old shopkeeper.
But the disguise was perfect for a place like this. In this way, no one will pay attention to him.
After walking into the inn, he booked a private room.
When he entered the room. He didn't remove his disguise. Rather he sat down on the chair and waited for someone to appear.
Shortly after,
Someone knocked on the door. Right after, the headmaster quickly went up to open the door.
Creak~
The door opened,
A person in disguise walked inside the room.
The headmaster placed a barrier around this room. So that no one can listen to their conversation.
The person in disguise is none other than the middle man who gave orders to the headmaster from time to time.
"Now, tell me. Is he dead?" The person in disguise asked.
The Headmaster broke out in cold sweat.
"As far now, that kid was indeed poisoned. But his current status is unknown," The headmaster said.
Hearing that the person remained silent.
"Can you verify his death right now?" He asked.
The headmaster nodded his head before calling Carlos Kent once again.
On the other hand, Carlos Kent was focused on healing himself. The sudden notification broke his concentration again.
Looking at the caller's name, his heart boils in anger. Right after Jonathan left he checked the communication watch.
After seeing the numerous missed calls, he then texted the Giant Tower Headmaster saying that Zack Lockwood poisoned.
Carlos expected this person not to disturb him until tomorrow. So he was pissed off by the sudden call right now.