[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10":3,"chapter-dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-chapter-287":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Dimensional Keeper: All My Skills Are at Level 100",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},130785,198,"Chapter 287: Meeting Crown Prince Aelric","dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-chapter-287",287,"\u003Cp>Max's holowatch beeped, pulling him from his thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A message from Callie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[We are leaving.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at it briefly before stepping out of his room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he did—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All eyes turned to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the reaction was instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every single member of the Black Lotus guild in the hall froze—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their expressions shifting from mild surprise to outright shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because standing before them was not the usual masked figure in dark robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max Morgan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing a sharp black suit, his face fully visible, his striking pink eyes gleaming under the dim lighting of the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No mask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No attempt to hide his identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Klaus's frown deepened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The leader of the Black Lotus guild took a step forward, arms crossed as he eyed Max critically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you doing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was firm, but also questioning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max met his gaze without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will join the banquet as Max Morgan, not as a member of the Black Lotus guild.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was calm, unwavering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A choice had been made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A statement had been declared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Klaus did not like it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His frown deepened further, his sharp gaze narrowing as he processed Max's words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was too bold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too reckless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why?\" Klaus finally asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max simply shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because I can.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence stretched between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Klaus's eyes searched his, as if trying to find a hint of doubt, a crack in his confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there was none.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max wasn't afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that was what troubled him the most.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Klaus exhaled sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Still, you're better off with us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max smirked slightly but shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice lowered slightly, carrying a weight of assurance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I won't do anything stupid.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Klaus wasn't convinced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max shrugged, his expression calm, almost casual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I promised Envoy Lukas that I would be here in the West,\" he said simply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And Crown Prince Aelric as well. That's why I can't go as a member of the Black Lotus guild.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could feel the tension in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carl and Callie sighed hearing Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Nick just watched silently, waiting to see how Klaus would respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before Klaus could say anything—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max continued, his tone carrying a hint of amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, I'm very sure you guys have my back if anything unforeseen happens.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He flashed a small grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So everything will be fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, without waiting for a response—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned and walked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max's footsteps faded as he left the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not a single member of the Black Lotus guild stopped him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not because they didn't want to—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But because Klaus didn't give the order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He simply stood there, arms crossed, watching Max's figure disappear into the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep frown creased his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence stretched for several moments before Callie finally spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Will he be fine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice held a trace of concern, her sharp eyes lingering on the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Klaus exhaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, he shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His answer was honest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because truth be told—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even he couldn't predict what would happen next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there was one thing he did know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max was walking into a storm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And whether he came out unscathed or shattered—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was up to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a final glance at the entrance, Klaus turned toward the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go as well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without another word—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time Klaus led the Black Lotus guild toward the Grand Chamber, Max also walked in the same direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But unlike them—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't know the exact way to the banquet hall—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he didn't need to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the guests were heading in the same direction, their luxurious robes flowing as they chatted amongst themselves, laughing, whispering, discussing politics, alliances, and rivalries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max simply followed them in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or rather—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tried to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because his presence alone shattered the silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment people saw him, the air around him shifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gasps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whispers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shock-filled stares.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first few guests turned their heads—then more—and soon, nearly half the crowd was looking at him in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even stopped in their tracks, blinking as if their eyes were playing tricks on them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait… am I seeing things, or is that—?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, you're not seeing things. That's Max Morgan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impossible! Wasn't he stabbed by Aurelia, the leader of the Phoenix Order guild? I heard she pierced his heart!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, and I also heard the Monarch's people finished him off after that. There was even a report saying he was assassinated!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then explain why he's walking right there—calm as ever!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More guests turned to look, some subtly, others openly staring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even paused mid-step, struggling to comprehend the reality before them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max could feel their gazes boring into him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some expressions carried hints of fear—as if seeing a ghost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others held excitement, like they were watching the return of a legend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And some—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Were simply trying to figure out how the hell he was still alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max, however—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn't react to any of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression remained neutral, his pace steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He ignored the whispers, the murmurs, the sideways glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because in the end—none of it mattered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Max approached the entrance of the Grand Chamber, the golden doors stood tall and imposing, shimmering under the palace's grand chandeliers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two figures stood at the entrance, welcoming every guest with warm smiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crown Prince Aelric and Princess Aveline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their regal presence radiated authority, and yet, they remained humble, personally greeting every noble, warrior, and esteemed guest that entered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crown Prince Aelric was in the middle of welcoming a group of nobles when his eyes landed on Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the moment he did—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His breath hitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a split second, he forgot what he was saying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because in his mind—Max Morgan wasn't supposed to be here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not after what happened four months ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not after he was stabbed by Aurelia Phoenix and then reportedly assassinated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now—here he was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking toward the entrance like it was nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aelric blinked, quickly regaining his composure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, with a wide grin, he stepped forward, leaving the nobles behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Max, you came!\" Aelric greeted, his voice carrying a mixture of relief and excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max met his gaze, grinning slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, I would come.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone was casual, confident—as if the rumors of his death had never existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After all, I made a promise to you, didn't I?\" Max added with a smirk. \"So I had to come at all costs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aelric chuckled. \"Good. I was hoping you would.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without wasting another second, he extended his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max gripped it firmly, and they shook hands in greeting—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gesture of mutual respect between two powerful geniuses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, Aelric clapped Max on the back, his smile widening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go. I'll show you around.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without another word, Aelric turned on his heels, leading Max into the Grand Chamber without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring the nobles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring the other guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignoring everything else—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because at this moment, Max Morgan was the center of his attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Princess Aveline, however, was less amused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she watched her brother walk off without a second glance, she narrowed her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands clenched at her sides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her smile twitched slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, with a deep exhale, she turned back toward the entrance—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And continued welcoming guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in her heart, she was already planning revenge for Aelric leaving her alone.\u003C\u002Fp>",1229,"2026-05-29T02:56:42.303Z","2026-06-01T04:29:01.835Z",1,"novelbin.me","6ce52b659013834d894d0a08b09d1a4c676326766fe274e79d5078528d853757","dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-chapter-288","dimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-chapter-286",1648,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdimensional-keeper-all-my-skills-are-at-level-10-cover.jpg"]