Chapter 366 "Why Should The Prince Be Afraid Of A Servant."

The unexpected voice jolted Emma out of her despondency. She couldn't fathom how someone could have approached her without her noticing.

As she struggled to grasp the situation, Emma realized that the stranger might possess exceptional magical abilities, capable of concealing their presence and even masking their scent.

This realization, coupled with hints from Wentworth, swiftly unveiled the identity of the mysterious figure.

In confirmation, Wentworth's pet reacted to the newcomer, affirming Emma's suspicions. The once-docile emerald, nestled in her sleeve, suddenly stirred at the stranger's scent, emerging and darting towards them.

"What?!" came a startled exclamation from the stranger, followed by the sensation of numerous unfamiliar presences gathering nearby.

Sensing the palpable tension in the air, Emma fell into a thoughtful silence. She understood that the individuals surrounding her possessed formidable skills, capable even of concealing their own scent. The prowess of the Alliance was truly beyond her wildest imagination.

In the midst of this realization, the gentle voice spoke once more, breaking the silence with its elegance.

"Since the Bowtruckle is with you, and it appears to be there willingly, I assume you were sent here by Wentworth?" the voice inquired.

Emma snapped out of her shock, her mission resurfacing in her mind with a sense of urgency. Anxiously, she replied, "Are you all members of the Alliance? Please, we must hurry! Wentworth and Headmistress Lopez are in grave danger!"

As her words hung in the air, Emma's keen senses detected a shift in the atmosphere, a sudden heaviness enveloping her. Panic threatened to consume her, but before it could fully take hold, she felt warm hands supporting her.

Then, the elegant voice spoke once more, "Episkey!"

The pain in her ankle vanished instantly. Emma caressed the spot where she felt pain earlier and found no scratch or wound. She could even move better than before she was injured.

Then, the woman spoke up, his voice resolute yet comforting. "Since Wentworth sent you here, you must be responsible for guiding us up the mountain, correct? As we make our way, remember, Wentworth is not as fragile as you might believe."

For some inexplicable reason, Emma felt a sense of reassurance emanating from the woman who had aided her.

Despite her apparent age, there was a magical aura about her that seemed to soothe Emma's anxiety.

Noticing Emma kept glancing in her direction, Rosier spoke softly, "What is it, my dear? Did something catch your eye?"

Emma shook her head before denying, "I am sorry for being rude! It's just that your presence is calming... I don't even know why, but even amid all the problems I've been facing, just your presence itself feels enough to calm me."

"Well, if it's Rosier. Then I must say what the young miss just said is correct! No matter what happens on the battlefield, if Rosier has announced her presence, then no matter who stands before us... they will perish!"

Hearing one of the wizards from Alliance praised the woman with a calming presence.

With Emma leading the way, she recounted the events that had transpired before their arrival as they journeyed towards the Uagadou Magic School atop Moon Mountain.

Among the group were members of the Alliance, led by Rosier. Upon receiving Wentworth's letter, Rosier and the others wasted no time, pushing through the night to reach Moon Mountain with utmost haste.

Upon their arrival, however, they encountered the formidable barrier of Vagadu's guardian curse. While some suggested a direct assault to break through, Rosier, mindful of the ongoing situation at Vagadu, chose caution. He feared that any overt action might disrupt Wentworth's plans and thus vetoed the proposal.

As they quietly attempted to dismantle the spell, Emma unexpectedly appeared before them. Previously, the members of the Alliance had concealed themselves with a spell, lurking in the shadows and observing Emma.

It wasn't until Rosier's surprise discovery that Emma was, in fact, a blind girl that their cover was nearly blown.

Emma then guided Rosier and the others towards Uagadou atop the mountain, recounting all she knew along the way.

Upon learning that Wentworth had assumed sole control as the director and chairman of the Uagadou School Board, effectively placing Uagadou under the Alliance's authority, the gathered crowd of Alliance members exchanged knowing glances.

When Abernathy heard Emma recounting the Coney tribe's schemes and strategies, he couldn't help but sneer, remarking, "How did we accidentally let this bunch of amateurs slip through our fingers?"

Quick to respond, Auston quipped, "No matter how tall the weeds grow, they can't escape the reaper's scythe. It appears that Uagadou is fated to fall into the hands of the Alliance." He glanced toward the other members of the Alliance, "I can't believe it. Our young lord has been working his hardest to bring Uagadou under our feet."

Listening to the exchange between the two, Emma, who had been leading the way, fell silent. Although their words held truth, Emma couldn't shake off a sense of discomfort when hearing others discuss her school.

At that moment, the witch walking beside her spoke once more, addressing Emma directly. "Are you Emma? Don't fret. From what I know of Wentworth, despite his new position as chairman of Uagadou's Board of Governors, he won't impose drastic changes. Uagadou will likely continue its usual operations."

"As for the students of Uagadou, your concerns shouldn't lie with them, but with others—other magical institutions, to be precise. Perhaps in the near future, Uagadou's reputation will surpass that of other wizarding schools."

"The Alliance is poised to dominate this era, and Wentworth will ultimately be hailed as its leader. Remember this: a minister under the king need not fear the princes."

Emma, who had been silent for some time, couldn't help but feel a sense of bewilderment at Rosier's words.

Emma found herself strangely swayed, even though the Alliance hadn't made any firm commitments or promises. Perhaps it was the sense of authority they exuded that made their influence feel inevitable.

Lost in her thoughts, Emma suddenly caught a familiar scent, causing her to pause. With a slow breath, she announced, "We've arrived! Welcome to Uagadou!"

In truth, Rosier and the others had already spotted Uagadou ahead, its bustling noise growing louder as they neared. Gazing at the sprawling complex, Rosier couldn't help but sigh, "The Coney tribe truly knows how to make an entrance."

As they approached, their presence drew the attention of numerous Uagadou students. One brave student stepped forward, asking, "Who are you? And why have you come to Uagadou?"

With a graceful smile, Rosier replied, "Don't fret. We're not here to cause trouble."