Chapter 255

If they were just ordinary people, it would be fine; Gulan Damma could simply turn a blind eye and ignore them.

But the guild master is different; although the guild master is under the control of the Magic Law Council, to some extent, the Council cannot afford to completely disregard the guild master's face.

After all, when magical spirit power cannot be easily deployed, the Ten Saint Mage Masters are the Magic Law Council's true surface-level combat strength.

And most of these Ten Saints originally came from the Mage Guilds; even after leaving, they still maintain certain connections.

Such as Jura of the Serpent's Scale, Jose of the former Phantom Lord, and Makarov of Fairy Tail.

Among them, Volod Sincen, ranked third among the Ishgall Four Heavenly Kings, though having left Fairy Tail for many years, has always been deeply concerned about Makarov and Fairy Tail.

As for Makarov, though he grovels before the Council, it is entirely because his guild members are too troublesome, and out of guilt, he always holds himself lower than others.

So, aside from the deterrent of the Bai Huzi Pirates, and also out of respect for Makarov's face, Gulan Damma imposed only minimal punishment on Ace—three days of confinement, a minor penalty.

Yet now, being pressured by a group of guilds, Gulan Damma was seething with rage inside.

"Council President,"

After a long silence, Councilor Lei Zhi stepped forward and spoke to the furious Gulan Damma.

"According to our investigation, these rumors and the newspaper in your hands appear to originate from a newspaper office; not only this time, but previously they had already reported on our affairs regarding other world events, causing panic."

"Yesterday, I already dispatched personnel to pursue them, but unfortunately, they seemed to have gotten wind of it beforehand—by the time we arrived, only an empty room remained."

Although Lin Cheng's leak through Renoude Gang spread quickly, this also produced a consequence: increasing the likelihood of the newspaper's existence.

But for this grand scheme, Lin Cheng had planned for a long time, and he had certainly noticed this small detail.

While using maximum force to publicize, he observed the Magic Law Council's movements, especially under Blackbeard's membership—every move of the Council could not escape Lin Cheng's notice.

So, when the Magic Law Council discovered the newspaper's existence, Lin Cheng had already arranged for the puppets to leave their original location and move to the next secret base to continue their propaganda work.

A mere excuse of "not catching them" was clearly insufficient in Gulan Damma's eyes.

"Keep searching; you must capture that group—spreading and forging the Council's decisions has already affected the Magic Law Council."

"Also, issue an order to clarify the facts."

After deep thought, though it was somewhat humiliating, Gulan Damma now had no choice but to yield.

For a little face, it wasn't worth provoking the Bai Huzi Pirates; even though no information about the otherworlders had been uncovered yet, there was no need to take this risk.

If the Bai Huzi Pirates truly arrived, given the Magic Law Council's current state, even if Gulan Damma had enough confidence to defend the Council's honor, there would inevitably be losses.

Just two more days, and once he obtained the method of cross-world assault from Blackbeard, all problems would be resolved effortlessly.

This was why he was willing to risk everything and endure opposition to let Blackbeard join the Council.

To stop the invasion of otherworlders at the source—this was Gulan Damma's true goal!

Everything is for the Magic Law Council; time will prove I am right.

Gulan Damma silently murmured in his heart.

"Council President!"

After discussing all matters, Gulan Damma was about to announce the meeting's end, but the instant he spoke, a hurried figure rushed in.

From their attire, they were an ordinary guard of the Council.

Seeing this, Gulan Damma, already in a bad mood, immediately frowned.

"Hastily rushing about—what kind of appearance is this?"

"Council President, it's bad—a man has forcibly broken into the Council!"

"What?"

Upon hearing this, all councilors, including Gulan Damma, instantly showed expressions of shock; only Blackbeard, seated at the back, remained unchanged.

On the contrary, his bearded face revealed a strange smile, but since he was seated behind, no one noticed his reaction.

"Who? Could it be that bastard Makarov?"

Though he appeared an old fool, before taking office, Gulan Damma had heard rumors about Makarov's reputation—not good at all; most Fairy Tail mages were influenced by him, and with this joint pressure on the Council, Gulan Damma instinctively assumed it was Makarov.

"No, not him—the man claims to be the First Division Captain of the Bai Huzi Pirates," the guard panted out haltingly.

"He says he's come to retrieve Ace!"

Boom—!

In an instant, as if struck by lightning, every soul in the room froze in shock.

Though they had anticipated the Bai Huzi Pirates might come knocking, they never expected them to arrive so swiftly.

Since the last Red-Haired incident, no otherworlders had appeared—yet only one day after capturing Ace, they came directly to the door—isn't this too coincidental?

Yet despite thinking this, no one delved deeper.

Though Blackbeard defeated Ace, the one who actually made the decision was Gulan Damma himself.

"Where is the man now?" Gulan Damma asked.

"He has already reached the headquarters gate."

The guard added a few more words.

"Additionally, Fairy Tail mages have come along with him."

"According to others, the Bai Huzi Pirates' First Division Captain went to Fairy Tail first before heading here to headquarters."

"Fairy Tail?"

Upon hearing that name, Gulan Damma's face turned terrifyingly dark.

"Fairy Tail, Fairy Tail, Fairy Tail—why does this guild always cause unrest?!"

On one hand, they pressure the Council by rallying guild masters; on the other, they bring in Bai Huzi Pirates.

Undeniably, if Fairy Tail didn't have Volod Sincen behind them, Gulan Damma would have labeled them a Dark Guild!

"Let's go see—the guest from the Grand Line, the Bai Huzi Pirates—what kind of surprise will they bring me?"

Gulan Damma said, his face black as night.

Since they've come to the door, there's no reason to avoid them.

But as soon as the words left his mouth, a voice came from afar the next second.

"No need, I'm already here."

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