Wizard: Stronger through Marriage

Chapter 997 - 454: Mirror Image Trial

Deep within the Blood Source Sanctuary, David and his companions continued exploring this place filled with mystery and danger.

Their eyes passed through the dim light and fell on the center of the Holy Hall—a mechanical device that seemed ancient and complex.

This device emitted a faint glow, as if telling the ancient secrets of the Star Pupil Race.

"It looks like this is the central mechanism of the Holy Hall," David said in a deep voice, his eyes shining with curiosity and determination.

The companions gathered around, carefully observing the device.

It was composed of various unknown metals and runes, appearing both ancient and advanced, filled with unknown powers.

"We need to find a way to decipher it and see what secrets it holds inside," Amy said eagerly.

Under the guidance of Liliana, the companions began to carefully study the central mechanism.

They used their own knowledge and skills, attempting to find a way to unlock the mechanism.

After some effort, they finally discovered several key runes on the mechanism, which seemed to be crucial to its activation.

"Everyone be careful, let’s try activating these runes together," David reminded.

The companions nodded and focused their attention on the runes.

They activated the runes in a specific order and rhythm, and suddenly the central mechanism emitted a dazzling brilliance, as if the entire Holy Hall was shaken by this force.

As the brightness faded, the central mechanism slowly opened a passage, revealing the hidden secrets inside.

The companions were surprised to discover that this passage led to a massive underground laboratory, where various strange instruments and devices were placed, filled with an aura of unknown and danger.

"Is this... the ancient laboratory of the Star Pupil Race?" Cynthia said in shock.

David nodded, his eyes filled with awe and curiosity.

He realized that this laboratory might hide the deepest secrets of the Star Pupil Race, as well as their connection with the Ancient God.

The companions cautiously entered the laboratory, starting to carefully search every corner.

They discovered some ancient documents and scrolls, which recorded the history and secrets between the Star Pupil Race and the Ancient God.

It turned out that the Star Pupil Race was originally a group of ordinary humans, but they craved stronger power.

So, they found a method—implanting the flesh of the Ancient God into human bodies, thereby creating an artificial race—the Bloodline Mages.

"This... this is unbelievable!" David exclaimed in surprise, "Are we... actually an artificial race created by the Star Pupil Race through this method?"

The companions showed shocked expressions, not expecting their origins to be so peculiar.

However, what shocked them even more was that the documents recorded an astonishing secret—the Star Pupil Race had experienced a serious failure in the process of creating Bloodline Mages.

That failure resulted in the birth of a Bloodline Mage who possessed extraordinary power but was also full of evil and danger.

Fearing he would become a threat to the Multiverse, the Star Pupil Race sealed him away and hid this secret.

"That failed Bloodline Mage... could it be David?" Amy said worriedly.

David froze upon hearing this, not expecting he might be related to the failed Bloodline Mage.

However, he quickly regained his composure, knowing now was not the time to dwell on the issue.

More importantly, they must find a way to leave the laboratory and prevent the failed Bloodline Mage from threatening the safety of the Multiverse again.

Just as they were lost in thought, an unexpected turn of events broke the calm.

Otas suddenly betrayed them! He activated the Holy Hall’s defense system, trapping everyone in the laboratory.

His eyes were filled with madness and determination, as if he was completing some unspeakable purpose.

"Otas! What are you doing?" David asked in shock.

Otas sneered and said, "David, you were always a failed experiment.

The Star Pupil Race created you to gain stronger power, but you turned out to be an uncontrollable factor.

Now, I must recover you to prevent you from posing a threat to the Multiverse."

David was taken aback by Otas’s words, not expecting him to betray them.

However, what shocked him even more was that Otas’s words seemed to reveal a cruel truth—he indeed might be a failed experiment, a potential threat lurking within.

"No! I will never become anyone’s tool!" David roared, his power surging as he prepared to fight Otas to the death.

Yet, Otas fearlessly faced him.

He activated the Holy Hall’s defense system, releasing waves of energy that forced the companions to retreat continuously.

"David, give up," Otas sneered, "You cannot defeat me. Obediently come back with me and face the Star Pupil Race’s judgment."

Faced with Otas’s powerful offensive, David was in a bitter fight.

He knew he couldn’t defeat Otas alone, so he sent a signal for help to his companions.

The companions responded to his call, using their skills and wisdom, attempting to find a breakthrough in the defense system.

After a fierce battle, the companions finally discovered the weakness in the defense system.