Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 2777: 568: Edmund’s True Form, the 24 Supreme Seats!

Over the past few years, rumors regarding Edmund’s fate in Nora had grown increasingly wild. Although the congress apprehended several agitators—discovering spies from the Council of Ten Thousand Clans among them—and carried out public executions, the whispers only partially faded. As long as Edmund remained hidden from the public eye, an underlying sense of dread continued to grip the populace.

The Supreme Council convened.

The number of seats surrounding the great round table had expanded to twenty-four. Five newly appointed Barbarian Lords joined the ranks, alongside the Heavenly Will. Following the conclusion of the war, the Heavenly Will had entered a period of secluded Cultivation to recover its strength, rarely attending sessions. In its absence, the five Barbarian Lords acted as its voice.

Despite the additions, the seat reserved for Edmund stood conspicuously vacant.

A heavy silence filled the chamber.

Breaking the tension, the Frost Witch suggested, "Perhaps I should travel to Emmon Mansion to check on his condition."

Following the final clash of the great war, Edmund had retreated to his private residence, claiming he required a nap to restore his exhausted state. Years had passed since then without a single word from him.

Out of deep respect, no one had dared to disturb his rest.

However, with the Nora war ending in a resounding victory and the barbarian tribes successfully integrated, the Great Council Chairman’s presence was desperately needed to reassure the citizens and stabilize the realm.

"Should we not grant him a little more time?" the Blazing Star God Witch proposed.

"Let us wait a while longer. Let the masses gossip; it is impossible to silence every tongue. Once Lord Emmon wakes, these rumors will vanish on their own."

"I agree. The Great Council Chairman is likely just suffering from extreme fatigue. Since the start of the blood battle, did any of us see him rest for even a single day? A simple nap is surely all he needs."

Suddenly, a figure appeared in the doorway. Clad in robes of crimson flame and looking exactly as he always did, he stretched his limbs and let out a long yawn.

"Do not fret, I am perfectly fine. It truly was just a nap," he said. "Everything shall proceed as planned. We will host the third blood battle victory press conference shortly."

Relief washed over the room, the Barbarian Lords especially. Having only recently aligned with the world, they were terrified that a pivotal figure like Edmund might be in jeopardy.

In the privacy of Edmund’s mind, Gullwig’s voice echoed.

"Have you attained Level 11?"

"No, reaching Level 11 is not such a simple feat."

"Then how were you able to slay the Earth Demon Lord?"

"I suppose I am a 'half-foot Level 10'? To be honest, I am not entirely certain what realm I occupy now. What I can say is that the path toward Level 11 is shrouded in mystery. Moving forward, my state may become somewhat unstable."

"I cannot say how long this phase will last, but I promise you this: for the next millennium, I will remain here in Nora with all of you. If I should suddenly vanish a thousand years from now, there is no reason to panic."

"To the Abyss, a millennium is but a blink of an eye. It changes nothing."

"But for Nora, that time should allow you to achieve Ten Rings Perfection. The Supreme Council should grow by at least ten more seats. Levi, too, should be able to reach Level 10 by then."

"At that point, whether I remain or not, Nora will possess the strength to endure the pressure from the Giant World. Provided we maintain good ties with the Underworld and allow Levi to ascend to Level 11... I believe the ultimate victory will be ours."

"Why are you so certain?"

"I have faith in Nora, in all of you, and in Levi. Most importantly, I believe in Sauron. You wouldn't guess who appeared in my dreams during my nap."

"Sauron?"

"Indeed."

"Where is he currently?"

"Haha, I will leave you with a bit of mystery for now. You shall find out in due time."

"...You have changed. You didn't used to be this way."

"Perhaps."

...

On this day.

At the peak of the Tower of Heaven on the Sorren Continent.

More than twenty powerful figures stood assembled. At their head was Edmund, appearing as vibrant and healthy as ever.

Across the entirety of Nora, millions of wizards and members of various clans watched the magical projection of that iconic leader.

"It is the Great Council Chairman!"

"Hahaha! Those cowards from the Council of Ten Thousand Clans only know how to spread lies. The Chairman is perfectly healthy; nothing happened to him at all!"

"Naturally! He is a legend who struck down a Demon Lord! Even the Gods of the astral world must bow before him!"

"This is wonderful news!"

The brutality of the blood battle had taught everyone the true value of a Legendary Wizard.

Every seat in the Supreme Council served as a pillar holding up the heavens, but Edmund was the central pillar that kept the world from collapsing.

As long as Edmund stood, Nora stood.

On the Ancient Dragon Continent, Levi held Elena close, his expression brightening as he watched the broadcast.

"I told you the Great Council Chairman would be fine."

"It is expected of Nora's most powerful man. But tell me, Lord Hall Master, when will you become the number one in Nora?"

"Soon, very soon."

Back on the Sorren Continent, Edmund’s eyes scanned the invisible horizon of his audience.

"Before I begin this summary, I wish to address the rumors. As you can see, I am well. My lifespan has not been cut short; I simply required a nap, nothing more."

"In this conflict, the Earth Demon Lord has been utterly erased. There is no hope for its resurrection. Furthermore, 123 Level 9 demons have followed it into the depths of the Underworld."

"Among our forces, the Blazing Star God Witch personally hunted and eliminated 33 Level 9 demons. The Dusk Palace Master also distinguished himself by slaying 11 demons single-handedly, shifting the momentum of the war and saving countless lives."

"I want to voice my gratitude for their service. Specifically, the Dusk Palace Master, who altered the course of the North Sea front by himself; he has earned the applause of every citizen."

As those words echoed, the world was stunned.

While people could understand the Blazing Star God Witch’s feat—given his status as a Legendary Wizard with massive area-of-effect spells—the Dusk Palace Master's achievement was staggering.

He had personally eliminated nearly ten percent of the high-level demon threats in the entire war.

Elsewhere on the Sorren Continent.

A middle-aged Dragonfly Wizard in white robes looked on in disbelief.

"It seems my previous appraisal was far too modest. This exceeds the power of a hundred battle groups... How did he manage it? Did he also develop a method for wide-scale destruction?"

On the Ancient Dragon Continent.

The followers listening to the speech broke into wild cheers.

In front of every clan in Nora, the Great Council Chairman had personally lauded their Hall Master, ranking him alongside the Legendary Wizards.

This was the pinnacle of prestige!

"Magnificent! Truly magnificent!"

"Being a member of the Ancient Dragon Continent is a dream come true."

"I can only imagine how many groups will be begging to join us now. Our entry requirements will surely skyrocket. I'm glad I joined early..."

A wave of jubilation swept across the Ancient Dragon Continent.

Meanwhile, in the Sleeping Dragon Domain, the leaders of the dragon descendant priory finalized their choice to join the Ancient Dragon Continent. Representatives from the Lava and Cloud Mist Dragon factions were already traveling to the Nora Council to formalize the transition.

Their decision was based on two factors.

First, the Ancient Dragon Continent offered superior security and a brighter future.

Second, the nature of dragon descendants and knights shared a natural compatibility.

At the Blood Battle Command Center.

The Dusk Squad, Ms. Lucy, and Levi’s other companions were bursting with pride. They had watched Levi transform into a true guardian of Nora.

Edmund continued his speech, highlighting other heroes of the war and turning them into household names overnight.

Finally, the climax of the event arrived.

Edmund, flanked by the five Barbarian Lords and the Heavenly Will, stepped forward and looked toward the Heaven Continent.

"Let us officially welcome the Heaven Continent into our fold! Starting today, the Supreme Council shall consist of 24 seats!"

He introduced the barbarian champions one by one, praising their bravery during the blood battle.

Having witnessed the strength and leadership of the Nora Council firsthand during the war, the barbarian tribes—from the Ancestors down to the commoners—were now fully committed to this alliance.

Thus, through a millennium of effort led by Edmund, a unified and formidable Nora Civilization was born. Their next path led toward true authority and the challenges of the giant world.