The most powerful wizard in the magic world

In the flames of the explosion, the three wizard apprentices were forced to stop. The air around them seemed to be torn apart, and the scene was in chaos. Anna covered her face with her hands, trying to see the scene clearly. Her anxiety intensified in the chaos.

"We have to move!" she shouted, her voice weak amid the deafening aftermath.

"Don't worry, there might be something wrong with Mankro's career plan." Jas turned his head to look in the direction of the smoke, frowning. He had always been cautious about Mankro's behavior, fearing that his crazy experiment would lead to irreparable consequences.

"Let's go help him!" Al's eyes flashed with an uneasy light. "Whatever his plan is, this place is no longer safe."

"Our safety is more important!" Jas refused without hesitation, "We can't take the risk of saving a guy who might have been destroyed."

"But he is our companion!" Al's voice gradually became louder, with anger and worry intertwined.

"A companion should not sacrifice himself for a moment of heroism," Jas said coldly, "Besides, Mankro is an extreme person after all. He is not worth the risk at all."

The air was filled with the smell of burning and a hint of gunpowder, which was suffocating. Anna was already filled with anxiety, and she yelled at the two of them, "Listen to me, you can't just give up! If we don't go and check on the situation, what if he's seriously injured, or worse... Do you really want to let him face it alone?"

Jas hesitated, his inner struggle flashing across his eyes. But he chose to remain silent. Al was so anxious that he almost cried, "I understand Jas's concerns, but don't you want to know what Mankro is doing? This explosion is obviously not simple!"

"Okay, I promise you, we'll go take a look." Jas finally sighed, his tone revealing helplessness, "But remember that safety comes first."

Anna nodded, feeling a little relieved. "Let's go!"

Several people walked towards the center of the explosion, gradually approaching the place that used to be the Mankro laboratory. The surroundings were in a mess, and the charred wood and collapsed walls made them feel nervous. With every step they took, the ground trembled slightly, as if reminding them that the danger was not over yet.

"What on earth is he doing?" Anna whispered to herself, with a hint of uneasiness in her eyes.

"If I'm not mistaken... Mankro is going to try some forbidden magic." Jas's voice came from behind her like a ghost. His expression was extremely solemn, and his eyes flashed with unpredictable emotions.

"Forbidden spell? You mean he's going to make something that will cause an explosion?" Al was shocked for a moment and could hardly believe his ears.

"Yes, his ambition is too big, and something bad will happen sooner or later." Jas shook his head, seeming to be heartbroken by his own guess.

Suddenly, a faint sound came from the front, like a wail, as if calling their names. Al reacted immediately, pointing to the brick and stone ruins in front and shouted loudly: "Someone is over there!"

Several people walked quickly forward, and the sound became clearer and clearer, as if expressing a feeling of despair.

"Mankro! Where are you?" Anna called tentatively, her voice echoing in the empty ruins.

"It's here—" The voice was intermittent, but it revealed an urgent anxiety, "Come and help me!"

"Mankro!" Anna answered nervously, her heart beating as fast as a war drum.

After pushing aside the heavy bricks and charcoal-black wood, they were shocked by the scene before them. Mankro was lying in the rubble, his face pale and he looked extremely weak.

"What... happened to you?" Jas took a step forward and put his hand on his shoulder, trying to give him some support.

Mankro smiled slightly, a trace of pain flashing in his eyes, "I was testing that spell, and it went too far out of control. I didn't expect it to cause an explosion... I'm sorry for causing you trouble."

"Trouble? You never considered that we would be in danger!" Al's face was full of anger, so angry that even his words became stuttering.

"That's not what I meant." Mankro lowered his head and spoke in a low voice, "I just want to gain more powerful power...for all of us."

Anna hurriedly interrupted their quarrel and glanced around, knowing that time was running out. "We must rescue him and cannot stay here!"

Several people worked together to move the wreckage away, and Mankro's body gradually emerged, covered with dust and scars. His arm seemed to be trapped, looking extremely fragile. Jas tried to ease his pain, his eyes full of complex emotions.

"Mankro, any power comes at a price, haven't you thought about that?" he asked.

"I don't know..." Mankro's voice was low and dreamy, "I just want to become stronger and want every opportunity to change."

"Opportunities to change the world must be treated with caution and not pursued by gambling with one's life." Jas thought to himself, perhaps more sympathy is needed at this time.

Finally, a breathing space was cleared in the ruins, and Mankro was able to move a little. Anna carefully supported him, but Al beside him was still indignant.

"You're such a disappointment. I'll never believe that you would give up this crazy pursuit." Al said coldly.

"Everyone is pursuing their own goals. Can you fully understand that?" Mankro glared back at him with difficulty.

"The price of these goals is life!" Anna couldn't help but interrupt, "Don't you think it's ridiculous if the power you want comes at the cost of sacrifice?"

Mankro was speechless for a moment, as if he was shocked. The collapse of the entire laboratory and the debate in front of him made his heart begin to waver.

"Please believe me, this is not the result I imagined..." His voice was weak, as if he was defending himself.

Jas glanced at the already chaotic environment and realized that if he didn't take more effective measures, he wouldn't even have a chance to escape. He said, "We have to leave this place now to pay you back for your mistake this time. However, Mankro, if you don't change, you will never be able to gain any trust again."

As soon as the voice fell, there was another slight tremor around them, as if even the earth was warning them. Anna held Mankro's arm tightly, "Let's move, as soon as possible!"