"She's now forced deeper into the gorge. Mentor has already led the members of the Sigeits Parliament to rescue her."

"There are many powerful experts involved in the hunt, and even sage ranks have intervened. Mentor suggests that Mentor Lucy should also head to Godfall Gorge as soon as possible."

Josephine looked at Aurek.

She knew very well that the Empire was going through a turbulent time, and Eryndor City needed strong defenders.

However, with so many powerful forces chasing Sophia—Stellar ranks and even sage ranks—it would be unrealistic for Sophia to withstand it alone in such a dangerous gorge without the aid of a sage rank.

"Those damned wolves, I'll go ahead."

Lucy spoke without hesitation.

Her urgency now was a stark contrast to her usual approachable demeanor.

Aurek immediately made a decision.

"I will send 10,000 soldiers with you."

"Godfall Gorge is vast and full of dangers, and many sage ranks have fallen there. Ordinary strong individuals entering are likely to meet their doom."

"With so many powerful forces hunting Sophia, sending 10,000 soldiers might not be enough to turn the tide, and might even put the Empire in danger."

Natasha reminded him.

Having experienced the battles at Blade City and Crimson Hills, Natasha knew the Empire's foundation had been significantly drained.

She continued,

"We'll handle Sophia's matter."

"I've arranged for the elders of the Violet Rose Trade Guild to assist. Mentor Lucy should be enough to handle the sage ranks."

"I've asked the family elders to open a long-distance teleportation array, and we'll send Mentor Lucy to Godfall Gorge as quickly as possible."

Godfall Gorge!

Aurek's gaze became colder.

He understood that 10,000 soldiers were indeed too few. After thinking for a moment, he turned to Lucy.

"I will send an additional 20,000 elite soldiers with you. Lucy, you just need to assess the specific situation in the gorge. I will continue sending reinforcements afterward."

With that, Aurek's will was transmitted to the attribute army camp.

He ordered Harry and Golden Armor to pause their operations.

The Ankidor Mountains, Marchin family, and Skypeak Tower could all be wiped out at any time.

But Sophia's safety could not be delayed!

Ever since learning that Sophia almost lost her life in the gorge for him, severing her rank and making a ten-year vow with Karon, he had sworn to protect her.

This Empire could lose many people, but Sophia was one that must never be lost!

...

Lucy knew that the Void Warlock's teleportation ability was extraordinary.

After a brief moment of thought, she nodded in agreement.

The key now was not the number of soldiers, but to arrive at the fastest speed for support!

"They are waiting outside the palace gates."

Aurek said.

Lucy gave a graceful bow, and in an instant, her figure blurred and vanished from sight.

Aurek immediately sent word to the elderly defectors.

These individuals had explored the gorge before, and having them lead the search would make things much easier.

...

Outside the Palace Gates.

By the time Lucy arrived, Harry and Golden Armor were already waiting.

The moment she saw Harry, Lucy raised an eyebrow.

She sensed a considerable threat from him!

Her finely crafted face shifted slightly, and a flicker of surprise passed through her brilliant eyes.

This was the aura of a sage rank!

Aurek had concealed a sage rank expert!?

And his strength was even beyond what she could discern in an instant.

Harry and Golden Armor greeted Lucy.

"Let's go!"

Lucy suppressed the shock in her heart.

Golden Armor said,

"We still need to wait for a few more people."

...

In a Noble Mansion in Eryndor City.

An elemental attribute warrior appeared quietly.

This caused the elderly defectors to gasp in surprise.

"By order of His Majesty, you are to immediately accompany the army into Godfall Gorge to assist Lord Harry in finding the target."

The elemental assassin delivered the decree.

Gersent, Sik, and the others hesitated for a moment.

They were very familiar with Godfall Gorge.

Their rise to their current ranks was deeply tied to the opportunities they gained while exploring the gorge.

But because of that, they also knew how terrifying this forbidden place was.

"Do you not want to execute the order?"

The elemental assassin's cold voice rang out.

Gersent immediately bowed.

"At your command, Your Majesty."

The powerful figures exchanged glances and then bowed in acceptance.

"Follow me."

The elemental assassin led them to the palace gates.

Upon seeing Lucy, the elders were shocked and immediately bowed.

"Greetings, Lady Lucy!"

Lucy frowned slightly.

What about the defense of Eryndor City?

Seeing that the group had gathered, Harry and Golden Armor no longer hesitated and prepared to depart.

At that moment,

A commanding voice echoed in the minds of Harry and Golden Armor.

"All participants in the hunt, regardless of identity or rank, must be eliminated without exception."

"If necessary, you may annihilate entire clans, the decision is yours."

Both Harry and Golden Armor bowed deeply toward the palace.

Then, a Void Warlock led the group in performing a Transdimensional Leap!

Over 40,000 summoned units.

More than 15,000 Stellar rank warriors.

The rest were Grandmaster rank...

As Gersent, Sik, and the others underwent the leap, they nearly suffocated. Their breathing became careful and cautious.

Their minds were screaming in disbelief.

"Sik, Master… Am I seeing things!?"

"More than 15,000 Stellar rank warriors? Am I under an illusion?"

"Fifteen or twenty thousand!? This is treating Stellar rank warriors like nothing!"

"My gods, what is happening in this world, is this really the world I know?"

"This is no illusion, it's real, and the terrifying pressure is suffocating us..."

...

Even Lucy's face couldn't hide her shock.

It was clear that Natasha hadn't fully understood the significance of the number "ten to twenty thousand" that Aurek had mentioned.

Not only these elders but even her own sage rank heart was shaken.

Harry ordered 500 9th-level Void Warlocks to open the realm teleportation.

Now, these 9th-level Void Warlocks could cross half a province.

With Lucy and the group of elders guiding them, they crossed the Empire's domain from the Fasior Plains to Godfall Gorge, heading northwest, crossing through the Filo Empire and several provinces...

After half a day of travel, they finally arrived at the outskirts of Godfall Gorge.

The gorge's perimeter had already been sealed off by numerous factions.

These included legions and members from major empires, factions, and some dominant forces.

As Lucy and Harry, both sage ranks, stepped out of the void, many powerful figures' eyes immediately turned toward them.

They might not recognize Harry, but no one didn't know Lucy!

When they saw her appear, the mood of the onlookers immediately turned solemn.

She was known for her fierce protection of those she cared for, and yet her logic was superior to theirs!

Harry looked down at the many figures in the distance and spoke.

"If anyone finds Lady Sophia, treat her with respect. If she is harmed in any way, His Majesty will obliterate your entire clan!"

The warning echoed throughout the gorge.

The crowd immediately scoffed and laughed it off.

If this were Lucy saying it, they might have given her some face.

But who did this guy think he was, coming here to threaten everyone?

What a laughable sight!

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