Chapter 281: A surprise!

【Hum...】

【Following a slight sound, Dancer's phantom gradually emerged from Black Natsu's body.】

【"How is it? Do you think he was lying?"】

【Black Natsu crossed his arms, his gaze glancing at Dancer, asking.】

【To this, Dancer shook her head gently.】

【"Judging from his facial expression, he doesn't seem to be lying, I feel I can believe him, this guy really thought this way."】

【Seeing that Dancer had finally confirmed it, Black Natsu looked at Simon.】

【"I have to say, you're lucky."】

【Simon looked up, staring at the man in front of him, frowning and asking: "What do you mean by that?"】

【"It's very simple, because we are also interested in the Tower of Heaven."】

【"So, even if you didn't come, we would have gone to the Tower of Heaven." Black Natsu responded.】

【"However, since you've come, it's just right that you can lead the way."】

【Simon, upon hearing this, a flash of surprise appeared in his eyes: "So... you can really help fight against the Tower of Heaven!!"】

【"You can understand it however you want, at least, our goals should be the same." Black Natsu said.】

【Saying this, he gave Erza behind him a look.】

【Erza understood.】

【She withdrew the magic directly.】

【Instantly, all the blades surrounding Sho disappeared.】

【The deadly crisis faded.】

【Sho breathed a sigh of relief abruptly.】

【He fell to his knees on the ground all at once.】

【Sweat fell like raindrops, soaking the floor.】

【Heavy breathing echoed.】

【Simon, seeing this, rushed up to support Sho.】

【But he was pushed away by Sho.】

【"Sho..." Simon looked at Sho blankly.】

【"What exactly... did you mean by what you just said?!"】

【Sho glared at Simon.】

【"Do you mean... Jellal has been lying to us all along?!"】 ===== CHAPTER 591 =====

【"Do you mean that for all these years, we've been like fools, being played around by others?"】

【"Do you mean... true freedom doesn't exist?!!"】

【Sho seemed unable to accept this fact, and even his voice became a bit hoarse.】

【Simon nodded.】

【"Although it's hard to believe, it's all true!"】

【His expression was full of bitterness: "We... were really played by Jellal."】

【"Think about it! The person to be resurrected is the legendary Black Black Mage, Zeref! That kind of person... how could he bring true freedom?!"】

【"All he can bring is despair and disaster!"】

【Sho's eyes widened.】

【Black Natsu, watching this scene, shook his head: "I have no interest in watching this kind of preaching drama of yours."】

【"Come find us when you've sorted it out."】

【Saying that, Black Natsu greeted everyone and turned to leave.】

【Before leaving, he incidentally untied the rope binding Millianna.】

【Then he left, preparing to find a boat.】

【As for their own arguments, it would be better to let them argue it out themselves.】

【Anyway, it didn't matter if they were there or not.】

【...】

【On the coast of Akane Resort beach.】

【The evening breeze blew, and the sound of waves churning filled his ears.】

【"Speaking of which, can these guys really be trusted? Don't let them set up an ambush or something, that would be a huge joke." Mirajane walked beside Black Natsu, saying with some worry.】

【Erza also nodded in deep agreement.】

【"Hey, can you at least give me some confidence?"】

【Dancer pouted: "Over the years, I've seen more people than you've eaten meals, so how to tell if someone is lying or not."】

【"There's no problem."】

【Speaking of this, Dancer waved her hand again: "Forget it, I can't talk to you brats, I'm going to rest."】

【Saying that, Dancer's phantom approached Black Natsu and then gradually disappeared.】

【Juvia, watching this scene, couldn't help but bite her handkerchief.】

【"So jealous!! Juvia is so jealous!!!"】

【"Why can that guy called Dancer enter Natsu-sama's body??"】

【"Juvia... Juvia also wants to enter Natsu-sama's body and be with Natsu-sama forever!!!"】

【Juvia's muttering was heard completely by Lucy.】

【Her whole body froze suddenly.】

【Her mouth couldn't stop twitching: "Hey... that's just a ghost, and I remember that ghost returned to the divinity within Natsu, right?"】

【"You can be jealous of that??"】

【Soon, the cruise ship they had arranged docked slowly by the sea.】

【It was also at this time.】

【Black Natsu received a message from Ultear of the Council.】

【The Magic Council had already discovered the existence of the Tower of Heaven.】

【The notice for an emergency meeting had been issued to every council member.】

【The plan could begin to be implemented.】

【Not far away, a sound of footsteps came.】

【Black Natsu looked over and said: "Is it done?"】

【Simon scratched his head: "I've explained it clearly."】

【"Although Sho still found it hard to accept, he still believed me."】

【"I... I want to see for myself, see the true face of that Jellal." Sho said.】

【"Whatever, anyway, you're just leading the way."】

【"When we get to the Tower of Heaven, how you verify it is your business." Black Natsu said.】

【"No time to lose, hurry up and get on the boat."】

【"There's not much time left for us."】

【...】

【At the same time.】

【Inside the Magic Council.】

【The intense argument among the council members finally reached a result.】

【Eight votes in favor, one vote against.】

【The Magic Council decided to implement an Etherion strike on the Tower of Heaven.】

【Preparation time, one hour.】

【One hour later, the holy light will descend!】

【Inside Council Member Siegrain's room.】

【Siegrain leaned back in his chair and breathed a sigh of relief.】

【Even his gaze became a bit hazy.】

【In a trance, he seemed to see the moment his dream was realized.】

【A smile curled up on his mouth.】

【"Finally... reached this step!"】

【Ultear on the side covered her mouth and chuckled.】

【"Then I'll congratulate Siegrain-sama in advance... no, I should say Jellal-sama!"】

【Siegrain shook his head gently.】

【"Better not congratulate me yet, after all, there's still the last step!"】

【He turned to look at Ultear: "How is the search for the sacrifice going?"】

【"If there's no sacrifice, everything we do will be in vain."】

【Ultear rolled her eyes.】

【Then she smiled: "Simon and the others have already started their return journey."】

【"It is said that they brought a surprise for you."】

【"A... sacrifice that couldn't be more suitable!"】

【"Oh!" Siegrain seemed interested.】

【The smile on his face seemed unable to stop.】

【"Listening to your tone, this sacrifice is probably not just about having strong talent, right?"】

【"In fact, I'm not too sure, but it should exceed Siegrain-sama's expectations." Ultear said.】

【Taking a deep breath, Siegrain nodded: "Then I'll look forward to it."】 ===== CHAPTER 592 =====