After a sigh,
Isaac felt a sense of relief, grateful for the Ancient One's selflessness and the protection of her loyal heart.
If the Ancient One had chosen one of the other candidates, he would've had to postpone his plan to rule the world for a long time.
As the physically strongest person in the world, Isaac was genuinely worried that the Ancient One—the strongest spiritually—might outlive him.
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The scene in which the Ancient One made her decision was broadcast live on the list.
Almost no one was pleased with the Ancient One's choice.
In fact, some were furious—especially the gods of other dimensions, who nearly exploded in rage after witnessing her decision.
[Mephisto: Damn you, old fool! Your soul will be mine sooner or later! You give up immortality and the temptation of extra life just to protect this fragile human world? Foolish woman!]
[Dormammu: You old crone! You thief! You brazen hag! Even if you stole my power and gained eternal life, the power of darkness is devouring your heart day by day. How long do you think you can hold out?]
Dormammu, who had completely lost his temper, revealed a grave secret.
To ordinary people, it might've seemed like nothing. But the sorcerers of Kamar-Taj were in utter shock.
Could it be true that the Ancient One extended her lifespan by stealing dark power?
Unbelievable.
Most of Kamar-Taj's sorcerers found it hard to believe their leader had been hiding such a secret.
Kamar-Taj
"Master… that evil god just slandered you in front of everyone. Why not clear things up?" Mordo asked hesitantly as he looked at the Ancient One.
Cassilius, who stood beside him, appeared even more agitated. His voice trembled as he asked, "Master, is what that evil god said… true?"
Even Wong, who was present with them, said nothing. But his expression clearly showed he wanted to speak.
What Dormammu revealed was too shocking.
Who was the Sorcerer Supreme? She had reached the pinnacle of white magic in the universe… So how could she be using dark magic in secret?
In the face of these questions, the Ancient One didn't respond. Instead, she simply smiled gently and said, "You both should head to your evening lessons."
The Ancient One gave no direct answer, which only deepened their unease.
Was her silence confirmation that it was true?
Mordo and Cassilius exchanged looks, then quietly withdrew.
The Sorcerer Supreme's authority weighed heavily on them, and neither dared disobey her instructions.
But once they had left, Cassilius exploded in rage:
"I knew it! I knew that hypocrite was hiding stronger magic from us—dark, evil magic!"
Mordo frowned and scolded his fellow disciple sternly: "Watch your words, little brother. Don't blame me if I respond harshly."
Cassilius shrugged and sneered: "Go on then, keep serving the hypocrite!"
And with that, he stormed off in a fit of curses.
After they had left, the Ancient One turned to Wong and asked calmly, "Wong, is there a question you wish to ask?"
Wong bowed slightly and answered with firm confidence,
"I believe in the Sorcerer Supreme."
He had trusted his master from the very beginning—especially after she had chosen to reinforce Earth's magical protective network.
Even if the Ancient One had used power from the Dark Dimension, there had to be a justifiable reason.
The Ancient One warned softly,
"Black magic is incredibly dangerous. I didn't stop you from studying it because it's evil, but because you lack the will to resist it.
There are always those who think they can control it… but they all fall in the end.
So, Wong, promise me you'll never touch black magic. Okay?"
Wong nodded firmly. "I promise!"
The Ancient One smiled with satisfaction and said,
"Go now."
After Wong left, the Ancient One looked at the list and sighed,
"I don't know if the appearance of this thing is a blessing or a curse for this world…"
Asgard
"Do you think the Ancient One managed to live for hundreds of years because of the power of the Dark Dimension?" Frigga asked her husband, Odin.
Odin nodded with admiration. "Yes. In my entire life, I've only seen one person tame the power of darkness without falling."
He added,
"As expected from the Sorcerer Supreme."
Frigga sighed sincerely, then hesitantly changed the subject. "You're about to fall into the Odinsleep. Is it really wise to leave Thor in Midgard at a time like this?"
Odin replied with clear fatigue, "That child still needs time to grow before I can entrust Asgard to him. As you know, we don't have much time left…"
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