Nameless King

The monsters in the cages were formidable and possessed a powerful aura. However, at the sight of Blind Sorcerer, they fell silent. No one risked making an unnecessary sound, as it might anger the Blind Sorcerer.

"Hmm... Unfortunately, I don't know how strong Miss Reine is, but I think you can do the job." Blind Sorcerer approached a massive cage.

This cage was considerably larger than the others, but only one monster was sitting in it. It was a tall skeleton in sturdy black armor. Its weapon was a bloody sword. It emitted crimson energy, the sword increased the bloodlust, and it even had little effect on the Blind Sorcerer.

"Did you really have to lock me in here?" Skeleton suddenly asked.

"I didn't want to do that, unfortunately, I had to. You want to kill one of the Elders, and I'm not going to stop you, but all in good time. What's more, I'm going to call out to THEM. Isn't that worth the wait for a little while?" Blind Sorcerer smiled weakly.

"Huh, okay, have it your way. I'm impatient, it's true. I hope I don't have long to wait." The skeleton sighed.

Bloody smoke flew from his mouth, partially corroding the cage's iron bars, but the spell quickly restored it.

"Your exit is tomorrow." Blind Sorcerer turned to the other monsters, "I know you want to kill me, but you don't stand a chance. The rules are simple, you hunt the students, keep the killing to a minimum, I will still need them, then you can go wherever you want. I won't get in your way."

The monsters nodded silently. There were about fifty of them, but they dared not resist the will of the Blind Sorcerer. He was much stronger than they were, which meant they had to do his bidding. This was their chance to get out of here finally. They were willing to do anything for it.

"The disciples will fight. Though they have not yet learned the horrors of this world, they will be able to fight you back. Also, I will have to protect them, but don't worry. I'll leave you a parting gift, that's why I'm here." Blind Sorcerer waved his hand.

Space trembled, and a large box appeared before him. It was dark, with unusual symbols. Blind Sorcerer opened the box.

Inside was fifty empty syringes and an equal number of vials of purple liquid.

"I didn't know you were so generous..." The skeleton muttered.

"You help me. I help you, all's fair." Blind Sorcerer took one syringe and vial as he headed toward the cage.

Inside sat a monster that looked like a mixture of a lion and a scorpion. It had a poisonous tail, a tough brown hide, and razor-sharp fangs.

"You first." Blind Sorcerer opened the cage.

The lion did not resist. It felt that the liquid in the vial was special, in any case, the lion had no choice.

Blind Sorcerer filled the syringe and injected it into the lion's paw.

"Done." He took a few steps back.

A few minutes later, changes began to happen to the lion. Its skin became stronger, its fangs longer, two massive wings grew on its back, and the venom in its tail became several times more powerful.

"Unbelievable... Its aura became so strong. You made this big cat evolve, right?" Skeleton asked.

"Exactly."

"Thank... you..." The lion barely mouthed.

"Hahaha, it learned to talk. You're a fucking wizard." The skeleton laughed.

"That's right." Blind Sorcerer nodded, "Okay, who's next?"

Roooooaaaaaaarrrrr!

Dozens of roars erupted at the same time.

At first, the monsters regarded Blind Sorcerer with suspicion. He locked them in cages like lab mice, but the evolution of the lion changed their minds. Each wanted to get stronger, too, and as soon as possible.

"Take it easy. Your turn will come. Just wait a little while."

'Blind Sorcerer was able to create such powerful potions? Is he so good at alchemy? Why didn't he tell me this before?' Wain pondered.

He was puzzled, as only first-rate alchemists could create such potions without side effects.

'Though he looks more like a scientist than an alchemist... I'll have to talk to him later.'

...

Blind Sorcerer spent most of the night in the basement. He gave a syringe to each of the monsters in turn. They grew considerably stronger, each one evolving differently.

Some sprouted wings or tails like a lion, and others had new magical abilities or weapons.

Before leaving, the Blind Sorcerer left a small crack in space and said, "When it turns into a portal, the mission has begun. You will leave the cells. Someone else will be in them now."

...

The next morning, Blind Sorcerer, Miss Reine, and their students were at the entrance to the misty forest. Miss Reine's class was slightly larger than his, totaling about sixty people.

"Good morning!" Miss Reine approached Blind Sorcerer, "How are you feeling? I hope you slept well?"

"Yes... It was a restful, good night. I'm ready to give the best open class ever." Blind Sorcerer nodded.

"Good, then let's begin." Reine turned to her students.

"Hello, I'm Miss Reine, and this is Mr. All-knowing. We're going to have an open class today in the Misty Forest. I know many of you are worried as the Misty Forest is a dangerous place, but rest assured we will protect you." Miss Reine said seriously.

"Master, I trust you, but was it necessary to choose such a place?" A tall guy with long black hair asked.

"Ron, Mr. All-knowing, and I discussed this at length and decided that the most valuable combat experience you can get is in the most dangerous places."

"Okay..." Ron nodded as he frowned.

He didn't like the idea, but Miss Reine had never let them down before. Her students believed in her.

'Ron Hayes... He's here... Great, I'm lucky to have the academy's strongest student in Reine's class. His unusual powers will come in handy for me yet.' Blind Sorcerer thought inwardly.