Necromancer: A New Era

Above the sky of the imperial capital, dark clouds rolled and gathered like a giant dragon, with a heavy momentum, as if dark mountains were collapsing from the sky, crushing the prosperous capital into powder. The dark clouds rolled endlessly, like a greedy beast opening its huge mouth in the abyss, trying to swallow the entire city in one gulp. Between heaven and earth, there was darkness, the once brilliant sunshine was ruthlessly obscured, leaving only this ink-like thick gloom covering the whole field.

The people in the city looked up at the strange sight, their eyes flickering with anxiety and fear. The strange change in the sky seemed to indicate that some unknown and terrifying disaster was about to come. There was an indescribable heavy atmosphere in the air, making people feel as if they were in a dead ruin, and even breathing became difficult.

The streets were bustling with people, but there was no more laughter and joy. Everyone's face was filled with solemnity and worry. They walked hurriedly, as if looking for the last ray of hope. The conversations between them were also full of anxiety and uneasiness, and every word and sentence revealed deep worries about the future.

In the heart of Imperial Capital College, there is a small artificial lake, its beauty is like a jadeite inlaid in the campus. Beside the lake, a pavilion stands quietly, its design is ingenious and full of artistic charm. At this moment, there is a man and a woman sitting in the pavilion, leaning against each other, looking from afar, it seems like a perfect match made in heaven.

The man was handsome and graceful, and his every move revealed an extraordinary demeanor; the woman was gentle as water, sitting quietly opposite, looking petite and charming. The dark cloud-covered sky did not seem to disturb the tranquility and harmony of this corner. They talked in low voices, and fell into silence from time to time.

Thinking of the awkwardness and uneasiness when they first met yesterday, both of them seemed a little embarrassed. However, after a morning of in-depth communication, the alienation they felt when they first met had disappeared. They discussed the mysteries of magic together, verified each other, inspired each other, and traveled in the ocean of knowledge. Anna even explained the principles of magic in detail. Every word she said was like a ray of light, illuminating the fog in Ming Yin's heart, and he gained a lot. The two of them talked and forgot about time.

In the haze in the distance, a figure gradually emerged. She was 80% similar to Anna in outline. It was Anna's half-sister, Cavlin Lina, the eldest princess of the Holy Empire. Due to the rules of the royal family, the eldest princess was sent to the Holy See for training since she was young, and the two sisters had very few opportunities to meet. But this did not hinder the deep friendship between them. Instead, it seemed that distance created beauty, making their relationship more unbreakable. Anna, the gentle woman, obeyed her sister's words, while Lina was a woman with a strong personality, spoiled, and a strong desire for control that was almost twisted.

"Anna!!! Who are you talking to? Why don't you introduce him to your sister?" Lina's voice was like a cold wind, breaking the silence.

Anna's body trembled slightly, she stood up awkwardly, and trotted towards Lina, as if she wanted to build a barrier for the person who was talking to her.

"Sister, no, we didn't talk about anything. We were just... just discussing some magical issues." Anna's voice was hinted with nervousness and embarrassment.

"Oh? Discuss magic?" Lina's eyes flashed with a hint of coldness, and her tone was a little unhappy. "I also have a few questions about magic. I want to see what kind of expert can be so favored by my gentle sister."

Ming Yin keenly sensed Anna's uneasiness and heard the unkindness in Lina's words. He stood up and smiled at Anna, "Miss Anna, it's getting late today. I think we should talk again another day. I have benefited a lot from communicating with you today. Thank you very much. I will take my leave now."

Lina thought she could take this opportunity to humiliate this ignorant man, but she didn't expect that he would look down on her. She pushed Anna away in anger and shouted: "How dare you ignore me! Do you know who I am?"

Ming Yin raised his eyebrows slightly and asked, "Oh? Then, who are you?"

"Sister, don't be like this!" Anna tried to calm the sudden storm.

Lina glared at Anna fiercely, then turned to glare at Ming Yin, "I am the eldest princess of the Holy Empire and the future empress! Now, do you understand?"

Ming Yin responded calmly: "Oh? Future Queen, then, can I leave now?"

Lina was completely enraged by his indifferent attitude, "You!!!" Lina's tone stagnated. She was not in the Holy Empire at the moment, and it would be embarrassing for her if she continued to talk, so she could not help but change her words: "Okay! I'll remember you. Let's see!" After that, she hurriedly left with Anna. Anna looked back at Mingyin, her eyes full of helplessness and apology. Mingyin just stood there quietly, watching them go away, and after a long time, he turned around and left.

Ming Yin passed through the academy and just returned to the Mage Tower. However, the atmosphere in front of the tower today was completely different from the past. There was a dead silence, and an indescribable solemnity filled the air.

Under the tower, a mysterious man in a black robe stood, as if waiting for an important moment to come. The air around him seemed to become sticky because of his presence, and every gust of wind was filled with an inexplicable sense of tension.

Ming Yin walked forward silently. Just as he was about to step into the tower gate, the man in black robe suddenly lifted up the brim of his hat and said in a calm but challenging voice: "Yesterday I witnessed the master performing a spell. His skills were amazing and astonishing. I wonder if I have the honor to meet the master?"

Ming Yin stopped, looked around, and asked in a puzzled manner: "Are you talking to me?"

The man in black robe was speechless and cursed inwardly: "Why the hell is there anyone else here? I've been posing for a long time!" But on the surface, he still maintained his demeanor and adjusted his tone and said: "That's right, I have been waiting for you for a long time." He thought to himself: "When you beg for mercy later, don't blame me for being merciless."

Ming Yin nodded as a greeting and turned to leave. But the man in black robe obviously didn't want to miss this opportunity and hurriedly called him: "Please stay!"

Ming Yin frowned slightly, revealing a bit of displeasure. Seeing this, the man in black robe quickly explained: "I sincerely seek advice from the master. You don't take me seriously. Doesn't it seem to damage the image of your empire?"

Ming Yin stopped and responded coldly: "What can I do for you?"

A sly look flashed in the black-robed man's eyes, and he challenged him: "How about we compete with each other based on our abilities?" Ming Yin asked back: "What's the prize?" The black-robed man replied: "What prize do you want?" Ming Yin asked again: "May I ask what rank you are at?"

"I am currently at the peak of level 6." The man in black robe smiled proudly.

Ming Yin was embarrassed: "I'm only at the beginner level of level 4, how can I beat you?" The black-robed man chuckled and said, "Oh? Then I will suppress my strength to level 4, and not use a mount." Ming Yin shook his head and said, "That's not necessary. Since it's a competition, of course everyone has to rely on their own abilities. As it happens, I also have a mount."

The black-robed man was secretly delighted when he heard this, fearing that Ming Yin would go back on his word, and hurriedly said, "Then it's settled!" Ming Yin made the agreement expressionlessly, "Meet at the academy's fighting arena tomorrow morning. The prize is our lives."

As the black-robed man walked away, Ming Yin took a deep breath. He knew that this competition would be a great challenge in his life, but he also knew that only in the challenge could he truly test his strength.

Inside the academy, the news of the life-and-death battle between Ming Yin and the Southern Alliance Empire spread throughout the academy, and everyone was discussing the outcome of tomorrow's battle. The academy principal and others hurriedly found Master Hercules, and only felt relieved after receiving a positive response. As the information spread, the air was filled with tension and expectation. A battle of life and death and honor was about to take place.

On the top floor of the Mage Tower, Field was sitting cross-legged with several figures standing in front of him. They were the people from the Southern Alliance Empire who came for exchange and study. Except for the prince, all of them were here.

"Are you sure? He has a lord-level 7th-order demon."

"Don't worry, sir. I also have a shield. My clan gave me an elemental summoning token, which is also a 7th-level lord-level fire element."

"That's good. Tomorrow, don't waste your time and try to kill with one strike!"

"Yes, my lord!"

"Here is a scroll, a level 6 space blockade, which can seal space fluctuations within 100 meters. That demon should be beyond our reach. If we can hold the demon back, we will be safe."

The man in black robe stepped forward to take the scroll and said respectfully: "For the glory of my clan, I will definitely complete the task."

"Go down, and remember to check if there is a ring on him after you succeed."

"Yes, my lord!"

After everyone left, Field stood up and walked to the window. Looking at the scenery outside the window, he said quietly, "The humble human race has forgotten who is the master of this continent. It won't be long before we rule the entire world!"