In the next instant, under Orson's control, the Cursed Evil Spirit rapidly charged toward Old Yin.
He was the only mage in the group, and the Cursed Evil Spirit, which was immune to physical attacks, posed the greatest threat to him.
Old Yin's expression darkened as he raised his hand, using his Earth Mage class's B-level skill Gravitational Implosion.
This skill slowed the target and applied a crushing gravity effect, which had considerable power, but it was expensive in terms of mana.
To everyone's shock, the Cursed Evil Spirit switched targets again and attacked Absolute Kid, who had become disconnected from his teammates.
Old Yin stared in disbelief: "I give up!! This damn thief! Who ever heard of a boss intentionally using deceptive skills? I'm out of mana!"
Six people, three A-tier classes, and all of them proud of being top players in Infinite Dimensions, but now, they were being toyed with by an elite boss.
"I'm trash," Ride Donkey muttered as he collapsed again, his face filled with frustration.
Since that soul-crushing solo tournament, he had felt this same sense of despair return.
Absolute Kid: "This boss is sick, and I mean seriously sick."
Old Yin: "I can see it now. Look at the resurrection point—other players have already run off, but it's still waiting for us outside."
The five players were nearly in tears. The Cursed Evil Spirit, as if unable to see any other players, locked onto just them to kill.
Heartbroken Loli, with a troubled face, said, "I think this is the curse of Vice Guild Leader Madman, his resentment is haunting us."
"Agreed!"
"Totally agreed! That creepy dog, the traitor, looks just like the skeleton-headed evil spirit!"
Everyone paused for a moment, then burst out laughing, and the idea was unanimously accepted.
Ride Donkey, who had remained silent until now, sighed: "I propose that we just focus on fighting."
Absolute Kid: "Damn it, let's treat this bastard boss like we're fighting the guild leader or vice guild leader, let's punch the hell out of it!"
As soon as those words were spoken, everyone suddenly felt re-energized, and they stopped fighting on their own.
"You dare attack me? Do you know which great family we come from?"
In the banquet hall, a member of the Xien Family NPC stepped forward, glaring fiercely at Orson.
Silva Xien: Level 35
Platinum Family Warrior
HP: 3,000,000
Attack: 1800
Skills: Light Hammer, Shield Counter, Body Slam
"We are the Xien Family's guardians, one of the five platinum families. Attacking us means you've already walked the path to your death."
A beautiful woman with purple hair said proudly.
Jella Xien: Level 35
Platinum Family Magic Warrior
HP: 2,000,000
Attack: 2000
Skills: Wind Magic Warrior
"I know."
Orson nodded with a smile, his gaze drifting over the chaotic banquet hall.
The Cursed Evil Spirit was immune to physical attacks, and it could almost one-shot ordinary players. The Slaughter Guild's members had already been wiped out by half, but it wasn't enough to deal with Blank, Demon Emperor, and the others.
Blank baited the Cursed Evil Spirit into attacking, using his exceptional movement to constantly dodge, while creating openings for his teammates to deal damage.
Meanwhile, Demon Emperor wielded a legendary Frenzied Blade, and his dark golden battle aura surged, making him incredibly powerful.
This was a special combat technique of high-tier warriors, not classified as magic, but still able to deal significant damage to the Cursed Evil Spirit.
It was only a matter of time before the Cursed Evil Spirit's health was depleted.
"You still dare act up!? Get down from the lord's seat!" Jella scolded angrily.
"The marriage between Lord Cain and the Great Demon… ahem, Hazel, I do not approve of it," Orson coughed, nearly revealing a forbidden name.
"You don't approve? Who the hell are you!?"
"The Xien Family and the Imperial Family should unite, this is the fate of the Light Dragon Empire!"
"That's right, the Imperial Family heir should be the rightful leader of the Light Dragon Empire and lead us to glory! How dare you speak against it!"
The two Xien Family powerhouses were furious, and other invited NPCs also began to lash out.
"Stop your rambling. From what I know, not only do I not approve, but her parents also disapprove of this marriage," Orson said with a raised brow and a cold snort.
The NPCs in the room tightened their expressions, and the Xien Family envoy, Silva, cursed angrily:
"You ignorant brat! Even if you're an Imperial Mage, I will crush you today!"
"You've angered the Xien Family envoy."
"Lord Cain has retreated."
Dingdong—
"You have gained a new clue for the Wedding Banquet quest."
Orson's eyes narrowed as he learned that, not long ago, at the wedding banquet, Hazel's parents had angrily left, attempting to seek the Imperial Judge's help, but were ambushed and hunted by the lord's men halfway there.
Moreover, given Hazel's strength, it wouldn't have been difficult for her to leave.
The Mage Guild's Magister Terry had pushed this matter forward, even sealing Hazel's magic, and personally escorted her to the lord's residence.
"...What's the point of sending her to such a bastard?"
"Why didn't you send her to me if you were going to send her away?!"
Orson immediately became angry, thinking of Hazel's pure yet naive personality, and that wild passion she had—it was impossible for any man to resist!
"Mission 1: Escape the lord's residence while being chased by NPCs/hostile players in the fastest time."
"Mission Countdown: 10 minutes."
"Mission 2: Go to the coordinates 220.18 near Pondenorlin City to rescue Hazel's parents, who are trapped."
"Mission Failure Condition: If either of Hazel's parents dies."
"Mission Penalty: You will be hunted by the Xien Family forever."
Mission prompts continued to sound, and Orson shook his head lightly. He didn't care who chased him—he was more focused on what benefits he could reap from this situation. NPCs had tons of treasures.
"You ignorant fools, the platinum family should not be insulted!"
"Don't run if you've got the guts!"
At this moment, Silva, the warrior leader, stepped forward, wielding a pair of dark steel warhammers, charging at Orson.
"Unbelievable, I'm just sitting here. Where am I going to run?"
Orson frowned slightly. Facing a heavy-armored warrior NPC like this, he could easily dodge and outmaneuver them, but he knew the greatest threat wasn't from Silva.
It was the wind magic warrior.
Boom!
A solitary figure swiftly arrived. He was handsome and graceful, embodying both strength and beauty perfectly.
Wielding a dragon spear, he deflected Silva's warhammer with one hand, then swung his shield with the other, sending Silva flying.
"Want to strike him? You'll have to get through me first!"
Drunken Dream's battle armor glowed as he said this, his sharp brow furrowed. His heroic pose stunned even Orson.
"Good backup, strong and dependable! I, as a fragile mage, really need a guardian beast like you!"
Orson thought to himself. If Drunken Dream knew what he was thinking, he would probably rush forward and strangle him right then and there.
Silva growled in anger, and his warhammer shone with a brilliant light as he used his special skill Light Hammer.
This skill could blind the opponent for a short time, and subsequent attacks would carry effects like armor breaking and reducing healing received.
"This guy's pretty good. Looks like I didn't get to show my full strength when I killed him earlier." Orson paused.
Drunken Dream reacted quickly, turning his head to avoid the blinding effect of the warhammer, and with an instinctual dodge, he braced his body to endure Silva's heavy strike. His body trembled as he shouted, "Unbreakable Body!"
Damage Reduction -500!
Damage Reduction -400!
...
The shockwave sent Silva staggering back, and Drunken Dream gained a buff that removed Silva's armor.
His A-level skill Unbreakable Body reduced damage by 80% for two seconds and also greatly lowered the opponent's defense.
Drunken Dream raised his shield to block the wind magic warrior's attack and said to Orson: "Hazel has been rescued. We're leaving!"
"Leaving? Why leave?" Orson was stunned.
"Not leaving… You want to die? I can't hold out much longer!"
Drunken Dream said, clearly confused. He had received a quest prompt, needing to escape the pursuit and rescue Hazel's parents.
"By the way, killing them will give you top-tier equipment and skill books. As an adventurer, aren't you tempted?" Orson raised his eyebrow and asked.