Chapter 497: Chapter 204: Bloodline-Modified Wizard Endless Sea. The battle between wizards and the sea race continues. According to David’s information from the sea beast, Sea Cape Tower is already surrounded by the sea race, but relying on a powerful defense barrier, the battle is far from over. As for the battle elsewhere, he has no means of understanding it yet. But amidst the chaos of the wizard organizations around the Endless Sea being successively destroyed, some Black Mage organizations saw the opportunity to fish in troubled waters. These organizations are usually composed of wizards who pursue forbidden magic and personal power. They sneer at the traditional rules of the Wizard Alliance, considering it a perfect opportunity to expand their influence and power. As the threat of the sea race grows, orthodox wizards are busy dealing with the crisis, and Black Mage organizations begin secret operations. They exploit the chaotic situation, starting various covert activities in the shadows. Some Black Mages began plundering the magic items and knowledge left behind by the destroyed wizard organizations, hoping to gain power from them. Others started recruiting young wizards who lost direction due to panic and despair, promising them power and protection, thus expanding their ranks. Meanwhile, some Black Mage organizations began secret contacts with the sea race. They believe that cooperation with the sea race might bring greater benefits, and so betray their own kind by providing intelligence to the sea race. These acts of betrayal have stirred tremendous anger among other wizards, but facing the powerful forces and cunning tactics of the Black Mages, they feel helpless. At this moment, a group of Black Mages has set their sights on Etotho Bay. In a secluded cave, a group of Black Mages are seated around an ancient stone table. Their shadows appear particularly twisted in the flickering firelight, with greed and ambition shining in everyone’s eyes. "I’ve heard that those fools in Etotho Bay are being beaten badly by the sea race; now is the best time for us to act." A deep-voiced Black Mage said, his fingers lightly tapping on the table as if calculating the wealth about to fall into his hands. "That’s right, those orthodox wizards are now busy dealing with the sea race and have no time to bother with us." "We can take this chance to turn Etotho Bay into our territory." Another Black Mage echoed, a gleam of excitement flashing in his eyes. "However, we cannot underestimate them." "Etotho Bay may have been severely damaged, but the Wizard Tower still stands." A more cautious Black Mage reminded, his brow furrowed, seemingly pondering how to break the defense of the Wizard Tower. "Ha ha, you’re worrying too much, we have plenty of ways." A confident Black Mage replied with a cold smile at the corner of his mouth. "Moreover, we can also consider cooperating with the sea race." "They are now coveting the Wizard World, and if we can provide some valuable intelligence, they might be willing to share some spoils with us." Another Black Mage proposed a bold idea, his voice filled with craving for power and wealth. "Cooperate with the sea race? That’s too dangerous." "We cannot easily trust those creatures, they might betray us or discard us after using us." The cautious Black Mage objected again. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚 "Risk and reward coexist." "Moreover, we have already undergone beastification modifications." "Some even transplanted the bloodline and organs of sea beasts; should we care about the sea race?" The confident Black Mage maintained his stance, his tone full of ambition for the future. After intense discussion, the Black Mages finally reached a consensus, intending to gain enormous benefit amid this chaos. Etotho Bay has become devastated since the large-scale attack of the sea race; this former haven is now a scene of ruin. Wizards are busy repairing the damaged defenses, caring for injured companions, while also being wary of possible further attacks from the sea race. Yet, they are unaware that a more insidious threat is approaching. Black Mages, like ghosts in the night, silently draw near Etotho Bay. They exploit chaos and fear, preparing to launch a raid on this already exhausted wizard organization. On a dark and windy night, Black Mages launch their attack. Their figures are almost indistinguishable in the night, only the evil glow in their eyes and the magic staff clenched in their hands revealing their tracks. They unleash waves of dark energy, attempting to breach Etotho Bay’s defense barrier. Wizards are startled awake by the sudden attack, quickly organizing to resist this unexpected enemy. Light and dark magic intertwine in the night sky, emitting dazzling rays and deep rumblings. Defenders of Etotho Bay are valiant, but due to previous battles, they have suffered too much, appearing somewhat powerless in facing the raid of Black Mages. Black Mages use this opportunity to gradually infiltrate the interior of Etotho Bay. They vandalize everything that can be damaged, attempting to loot valuable magic items and knowledge. Just as the wizards of Etotho Bay are nearly overwhelmed by Black Mages, a powerful force suddenly descends upon the battlefield. David, relying on instant movement power, directly arrives at the battlefield. Then, he raises his arms high, chanting ancient spells, causing the surrounding air to sway violently. With his invocation, the Four Major Elements of wind, water, earth, and fire begin to respond to his call, converging into a mighty force, transforming into an elemental barrier.