Sofie left with a complicated and pale expression as she no longer had words to describe what she was feeling right now.
On the other hand, Jacob didn't pay any mind to Sofie at all, as he had already expected this much. The current him was not just anything but a symbol of terror, so Sofie's reaction was not uncalled-for.
But what important was the information he had gotten from Sofie about the Vile Witch and ATLAS?
'What to do… go after those two giants and investigate further about this vile witch inheritance or leave them be since I might draw the Star Hackers irony if they found out that I've killed their members.
'I still have no idea about the depths of their abilities. But if this Vile Witch was really proficient in curses, then it's a massive opportunity for me to learn about my own unique magic….' Jacob mused as he was in a dilemma.
On one side, there was a possibility of gaining knowledge about his magic, while on the other, there was a massive risk of giving away his location and putting the Star Hackers on his tail.
Furthermore, if he goes with the former option, he would have to waste more time and might not have a chance to make ample preparation for the Plains trial. But the hex magic was simply too unfathomable to ignore it.
Right now, the three hexes were his biggest trump card, but they could only be used once a single epic rank being. At the same time, he didn't have any suitable scripture for his water magic.
But the epic plains were vastly different from the rare plains. Almost everyone was proficient in magic. Especially the upper echelon of the three hegemonies, as those guys would also have mysterious abilities as well.
He couldn't always just rely on atomic weapons since they were simply too powerful and caused massive collateral, and they couldn't be distinguished between enemies or friends. Not to mention, the other guys would also have treasures not any less destructive than his own.
Not to mention, now that his specialty was exposed, someone might make arrangements to render his atomic weapons useless.
There were many ways to stop an atomic weapon from exploding, and this was the biggest flaw of his technology right now.
'If I don't make a decision, then it might be late since those two might escape once they discover the abduction of the City Lord. That letter has their location in it so that they won't take risks.
'Right now, the city enforcer department is hiding this news but not for long. I need to act as quickly as possible…' Jacob thought grimly.
However, right at this moment, his hand suddenly moved on his own, and his expression changed, and he cursed, "This blasted slave mark!"
The next moment, the Vermin Transponder appeared in his hand. He quickly covered it with his mana and then waited for the connection with a dark expression.
He didn't have to wait long, though, as Captain Free Sword's jolly voice sounded, "Mr. King, I've been waiting for your call. So, tell me, how many slaves have you collected for me?"
Jacob impassively spoke, "I'm still working on that part. Right now, I still only have the Elder Grandmaster as a slave that I reported to you the last time."
"Oh? Mr. King, I must remind you that you are behind schedule, and you must acquire three more such slaves within three months and then infiltrate the No.1 Alive City!" Captain Free Sword's voice was somewhat cold.
"I'm doing my best. But it's not easy to enter the No.1 right off the bat, especially when I just joined their ranks. I need to increase my alchemist, and only then will I be able to enter the No.1 City.
"Furthermore, Elder Grandmasters are all eccentric, and they seldom come out. I'm already pressuring our slave Elder Grandmaster to draw more into my trap. But it will take some time since each region only had 1 Elder Grandmaster.
"That's why I would like to suggest something." Jacob impassively stated as a peculiar glint appeared in his eyes as a flash of inspiration shimmered within them.
"You sound indeed very reasonable, but this plan is only doable if we have at least 50% control over the upper echelon of the alchemy guild, and the time is very short." Captain Free Sword muttered and said, "Let's hear what you have to say, Mr. King."
"I think we should change our priorities from acquiring slaves to acquiring treasures. Thereby we used those treasures to bait those upper echelons into our trap, and from there, they will be our pawns." Jacob stated.
Captain Free Sword fell into a contemplated silence before he chuckled with a hint of disdain, "Hah, don't tell me you are planning on using the resources I've provided you to use as bait. Let me remind you, Mr. King, that if you show those things, I can assure you that, not to mention our targets of interest, even greedy people, will be coming after you. Are you confident in handling them?"
Jacob replied impassively, "This is indeed risky, and that's why I'm seeking your permission to let me go on a venture. I've just found a very interesting place where I can draw many people without even revealing my identity."
"Oh, pray tell?" Captain Free Sword asked with great interest since treasure was something a pirate like him couldn't ignore. Treasure hunting and plundering were the things a Star Pirate lived for!
Jacob then told Captain Free Sword about the legends of Vile Witch while omitting the details about the star hacker's involvement and turned them into 'lucky people' who he stumbled upon.
Furthermore, he also described his plan to rob that place clean and then use the empty place to set traps and draw powerful people before enslaving them in one fell swoop.
Captain Free Sword was naturally astounded, and he spoke with a hint of uncertainty, "Does this Vile Witch by any chance belong to the Witch Race?"