Chapter 888: 277. Take advantage of the situation.
“How does it feel? You must have experienced the backlash on the mental level by now. The principle of mental magic is using one’s own mind as a spear against the enemy. While inflicting damage on someone else’s mind, our own mind will also suffer backlash effects.”
“A Saint Level Mind Wizard’s ‘Mind Control’ can minimize the backlash effect, but will still endure severe mental backlash during the control of Mechanos.”
“Moreover, this phenomenon of mental backlash ignores both the Mental Protection Pendant and the ‘Mental Shield.’ Even if you are wearing a Saint Level Mental Protection Pendant, it cannot stop the mental backlash.”
Selena’s face turned pale, and after resting for more than ten seconds, she finally calmed her trembling mind.
Looking down at the Mechanos by her feet once again, she gradually understood the basis of Noland Lee’s confidence:
“I understand.”
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Selena raised her head, her eyes shooting with the light of enlightenment:
“The ‘Thundercloud Technique,’ the Mechanos, and other extraordinary things you have created are not the key. It is your mental magic that is of utmost importance, as only you can resist the mental backlash that comes with controlling them.”
“Yes, that’s right,” Noland nodded.
“What about the Elemental Energy Reactor and the Magic Guide Crystal Tube?” Selena asked further: noveldrama
“They can be controlled without mental magic. How do we protect them, then?”
Noland’s expression became more solemn:
“Once the Elemental Energy Reactor and the Magic Guide Crystal Tube fall into the hands of outsiders, there is a risk they will be replicated. This is the reason for signing a soul contract with you. I cannot completely prevent the appearance of replicas, I can only try to delay its occurrence.”
Noland’s voice grew a few notches heavier.
Selena and Denise Green turned serious.
Noland spoke:
“So far, the only people who know about the Elemental Energy Reactor, the Magic Electric Arc Furnace, and the Magic Guide Crystal Tube are me, Denise, Selena, and Nolin. Eve Mastin, the Demon Spirit Wizard who I had originally arranged to protect Denise, has also been dismissed from my employ. We four are the only ones who can access these things.”
Noland’s gaze wandered over the faces of the two:
“I trust you, which is why I invited you to collaborate on improving and utilizing my magical creations. I do not wish for any of my magical creations to be leaked out and be controlled by anyone or anything but us four.”
“You can trust me, Jarvis. I won’t do such a foolish thing,” Selena stated with gravity.
“Yes, yes, yes! Me too,” Denise exclaimed, “Same here!”
“Yes, I know you will not betray me, which is why I chose you as my partners,” Noland said with a smile, dispelling the serious look on his face.
Selena inquired:
“Should we apply for a patent with the Department of Magic? With a patent, your magical creations can be protected by Ulnas Circle.”
Noland shook his head slightly:
“No, Selena. I will not seek protection from Ulnas Circle. In fact, I don’t feel much of a sense of belonging to Ulnas Circle. Once I obtain the Sub-Dimensional Plane, I will disappear without a trace with all of you. At most, out of duty, I will take up some academic work for Professor Erica and become a Lecturer Professor. Aside from that, I have not the slightest interest in anything else within Ulnas Circle.”
Selena’s eyes lit up:
“I knew you would think so…”
However, the light in Selena’s eyes dimmed slightly:
“But clearly, my father doesn’t think so. He believes you are cunning and harboring grand ambitions, very adept at concealing yourself.”
Noland laughed heartily:
“I have not met your father, but from what little you’ve told me, he must be a very assertive person. Especially since I possess some important spells and Magical Items, it’s easy for someone like me to become a thorn in his side. Don’t worry too much, Selena. Time will tell.”
“That’s right! Noland is correct,” Denise patted Selena’s hand:
“I have been with Noland Lee for a longer time, and I know him best. When he took me away from Union City, he once said that on the gambling table, it’s not about how much you win, but the real skill is in leaving with the winnings at the right time. Your father thinks Noland is far-sighted because he sees himself in that light. Just watch, once Noland secures the Sub-Dimensional Plane, he will definitely slip away from the Suman Archipelago without a word. By then, neither the Deep Sea Branch nor the Hotams will be able to keep him.”
Noland looked at his Companion Witches with an approving gaze, his eyes filled with praise:
“Not bad, not bad at all. Denise understands me well.”
“Hehe~” Denise smiled sweetly.
“But, Jarvis… from what I know of my father, I’m afraid he won’t just let it go, even if you show weakness,” Selena said somberly.
“Hmm, you also make a good point. We can’t place our hopes on your father being magnanimous.”
Noland applauded lightly and pointed to the Mechanos beside him:
“So, let’s get moving. Let’s complete tomorrow’s task neatly and shatter the Queen’s Domain with brute strength.”
Denise was full of energy, pulling out her Alchemy Tools to start repairing the defects in the Mechanos.
Selena was a few beats slower in her actions, clearly still worried about her father’s behavior.
Noland called her back and said:
“Your father’s authority and assertiveness are branded deep in your consciousness, Selena. Do not let the instincts you have formed over the past decades interfere with your thinking and decision-making. Just put in the effort, and you will see the results you expect, I promise you.”