Volume 2 - Chapter 351

The Great Mage Returns after 4000 Years (Season 2) Chapter 351

Translator: Seven

Editors: Ana_Banana, Sei

Ash spoke in a cold voice.

Our Master isnt interested in the affairs of the world.

We know that. And what were asking will not trouble him in any way. We would only like to meet him for a short while.

Thats a request I cant accept. The Master said that he will not meet anyone.

There are exceptions for everything. Im pretty sure this will be one of those times for Hector.

Ash fell silent for a moment before responding in a firm tone.

That isnt something that we can judge.

Peran had a slightly embarra.s.sed expression on his face.

Their stubbornness was like an iron wall But he had expected something like this to happen. This was because he knew how inflexible these maids were.

He also understood just how absolute the orders of Hector, their true Master, were.

Thats why I tried to act like a guest.

Were trying to find Anastasia.

When she heard Lukas words, Ashs expression changed for the first time.

that name how

Suddenly.

The sound of footsteps came from outside the door.

It was clear that someone was walking towards the room with great momentum.

Realising this, Lukas and Peran tensed up.

Nix also seemed to sense it, but she continued to stare at the bread in front of her as if she determined that whoever it was wasnt a threat.

Bang!

Soon after, the door opened violently, and a red haired man strode in.

Hector.

Ten years had pa.s.sed, but his appearance hadnt changed much from the last time Lukas had seen him. The only difference was that he seemed a bit thinner than back then.

The other thing he noticed was his eyes.

Hector was staring at Lukas with bloodshot eyes.

Did I just hear my Anas name in here?

Ma-, Master

The maids stared at Hector in surprise. His eyes swept across the crowd before settling on Peran.

You are Peran?

He hadnt expected to meet Hector like this.

Peran turned to Lukas for a moment with a dumbfounded expression before turning back to Hector with a wry smile.

Long time no see, Mr. Hector.

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Hector sat down at the table first.

Ragged beard, greasy hair, and dark bags under his eyes. All in all, he looked haggard. It looked like he had been working all night.

Here you go, Master.

Ash handed a cup of tea to him in a polite manner, which Hector accepted with a bright smile.

Thanks, Ash.

Looking at his scruffy face, it seemed that his personality hadnt changed much at least.

After taking a sip of the tea, Hector slowly opened his mouth.

It has been a while, Peran. Has it already been 5 years?

Seven years. Have you been well?

Im always well. How can I not be when Im always stuck in a safe place?

I heard you decided to focus on business. I always knew that you were very resourceful, but you truly surprised me this time. Ive seen your franchise in the Imperial Capital. I also heard that the response in other countries has been very good too.

When he heard those words, a bright smile spread across Hectors lips.

Hahaha. I suppose my actions affected the winds of change which hastened our fated meeting. After all, every intelligent being with a working brain is destined to love maids.

I see.

Perans smile cracked a bit as he replied.

But why have you come here? Peran, I thought you were always very busy. Also.

Hectors gaze turned to Lukas.

It was you, right? The one who said my Anas name.

Thats right.

Hmm This is my first time seeing your face. Pardon my manners, but what is your name?

Its Lukas.

I see. I am Hector.

It seemed that Hector didnt remember him either.

Lukas was able to accept this fact calmly.

Perhaps it was because he was already used to it by now.

Or perhaps it was because he had already found people who remembered him.

Although one who submerged in someone elses consciousness and the other only remembered a part.

Ill be blunt, Mr. Hector. We desperately need to know where Anastasia is.

Please explain in detail.

Peran began to give him a brief explanation of the situation.

That Diablo had revealed his hand.

And that Snow had become his first victim and was on the brink of death.

Hector didnt really pay much attention to his story. But that didnt mean he ignored him. Instead, he gave vague responses to the things Peran said, sometimes nodding or letting out faint exclamations.

Then, when the story came to an end, he muttered.

I see. So thats why you need Anas knowledge as the Great Sage

Thats right.

but its still strange. Wasnt Snow already capable of overwhelming Jekid a few years ago and inherited the t.i.tle of Sword Master? I dont think even Diablo is capable of pus.h.i.+ng her to the brink of death.

I agree. That means he has a trump card that we dont know about.

When Hectors face became a bit troubled, Peran added cautiously.

of course, I know that Anastasia isnt with Mr. Hector right now.

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Hectors expression changed at that moment as if those words broke his heart.

Shes in her rebellious phase right now. I thought shed return home soon, but Huu. It breaks my heart.

in any case, I understand your situation. I did think that the continent was a lot more noisy lately, so it was probably because of Diablo.

Although he spoke clearly, there was no alarm in his voice. Instead, his voice was calm as though he was talking about a war that was happening on the other side of the world.

This wasnt very surprising. Hector had always been like that.

Even when hed been forced to be a minion for the DemiG.o.ds, he hadnt shown any signs of pessimism. He was the type of person who perfectly suited the word optimism, but there was a slight sense of incongruity with his current att.i.tude.

My desire to help you is burning, but as you said, Anastasia isnt here. You came to me despite knowing that because you want clues about that kid, right?

Yes. Do you have any clues to give us?

I do.

Thats true. Mr. Hector probably doesnt know-

Peran, who had already let out a low sigh, stopped talking for a moment and looked up at Hector with a startled expression.

huh?

I do have some clues. To be precise, I know where Anastasia is right now.

A-, are you serious?

Naturally. There is nothing I dont know about my Ana.

Hector spoke in a hoa.r.s.e voice.

Where is she now?

The Ispania Mountains.

!!!

In an almost synchronised motion, Peran and Lukas turned to look at Nix.

It was only then that they realised Nix had already finished all of the food on the table and was now reaching for Perans steak.

When their eyes focused on her, her fingers froze in the air and she raised her eyes to meet theirs.

Then, after pausing for a moment, she brazenly grabbed Perans plate without changing her expression.

nom.

She swallowed the piece of meat as big as a palm in one bite.

Then she spoke to Peran in a slightly timid tone.

You werent eating anyway

It was now abundantly clear that Nix had not been paying any attention to their conversation.