Supreme Magus novel Chapter 396

For all he knew, Lith had only a shot at getting his hands on the forbidden knowledge Kaduria held. Before sending Redan on his way, Lith used Life Vision to scout the path ahead. The castle was almost empty.

Aside from the eight clerics whose energy signature Solus was able to recognize, there were only a few people moving through the hallways. In other circumstances, Lith would have considered it a good sign, but after knowing Redan, he felt on the edge.

’If Redan is one of the ’sane’ Kadurians, I can’t imagine the rest. Those people might ignore him or kill him just for laughs. Without him, my plan will fail. I need to make sure he gets to the target in one piece, but how?

’I can’t send Solus because the Black Star is aware of our existence. I can’t give Redan magical items because they would raise a huge red flag above his head. I hate gambling, luck has never been on my side.’ He thought.

’Don’t forget the clock is ticking. We have yet to kill anyone during this light phase.’ Solus pointed out.

Lith took out from his pocket dimension two small carcasses. They belonged to a rat and a snake. Both were in perfect condition, Lith had killed them without leaving any injury on their bodies.

"Weird choice for a snack, but to each his own, I guess." Redan shrugged. Even the sudden appearance of the carcasses left him unfazed.

"They are not meant to be eaten. Do you know Necromancy?"

"Yes, it’s forbidden magic. Using it is a crime. The clerics say raising the dead is a sin and that Necromancy is taught by the demons to their followers to spread death and plague."

"It’s no wonder Kaduria fell. Mixing science and superstition it’s a recipe for a disaster." Lith sighed while snapping his fingers. A black fog came out from his eyes and mouth, seeping into the carcasses’.

Instead of the red light of undeath, their eyes were blue. It was the sign that Lith’s mind was controlling them. Redan watched the creatures quivering to life and whistled in surprise.

"This is the best day of my life. First the flight and now I get to witness demonic arts. I’m starting to believe you about the possibility to be freed from this nightmare." He said with a big smile on his face.

"If you didn’t believe me, then why are you helping me?" The Lith-rat asked.

"Why not? Even if you are lying, what do I have to lose? Nothing I do matters anymore. Good and bad have lost any significance centuries ago. I chose to follow you because even if just for one day, you’re giving me a purpose. _{freёwebnoѵel.com}

Today my actions mean something. I couldn’t ask for more."

"Thanks." The Lith-snake replied. "There are no demonic arts, though. Just magic."

"You’re no fun, Linjos. Your mouse doesn’t squeak between words and your snake doesn’t hiss on the s. The lack of clichés is ruining my childhood horror stories."

Lith’s undead squinted their eyes in annoyance.

"How can you be so laid back? This is no game. We have only one shot and if we fail, there are no second chances."

"That’s what makes this so exciting." Redan shrugged. "Let’s move. I can’t wait to have more fun."

’I’ll accompany Redan as long as I can. You keep an eye on my body. Remember, no killing is allowed. Feel free to use all the mana you need, my treat.’ Lith told Solus before leaving the room.

In its true magic version, Necromancy had a few more tricks up its sleeve compared to its fake counterpart. The undead entered Redan’s shadow while enveloping themselves in a layer of darkness magic that made them almost invisible.