Watching Makarov's departing figure, his eyes were filled with resentment.

"Damn it... why doesn't that old man care about anything?"

"Actually, the president, like everyone else, is very unwilling, but..." Lisanna lowered her head.

"We've already become a thorn in the side of the Guild Council. At this critical juncture, if we were to start a war between guilds..."

"But didn't they attack first?" Lucy asked, puzzled.

"Even so, it should be reported to the council and we should wait for the council to mediate; that's the normal procedure," Lisanna said.

"In short, our guild will absolutely not retaliate. If we do, it will be labeled as participating in internal guild warfare."

"Damn it! What kind of logic is this?" Mirajane roared in frustration.

"Alright, stop arguing," Henna interrupted the argument.

Looking directly at the group before him, he said, "Go back and rest. You must be tired after so many days."

As soon as he finished speaking, Black Natsu turned around and walked out of the guild.

"Hey, Natsu... even you..."

Gray looked at Haku's retreating figure and spoke.

"Gray, stop talking." Erza gently shook her head.

"Since the president has made this decision, there's nothing we can do about it."

【…】

Meanwhile, at the headquarters of the Phantom Lords.

[In the dim light, countless people gathered, laughing wildly and merrily.]

"Hahaha, I've heard about it, Gajeel!"

"You actually went and attacked Fairy Tail! You're really something! I bet those guys are scared out of their wits by now!"

"He really deserved it, hahaha!!!"

[A member approached a corner of the guild and spoke to the figure eating with their utensils.]

But instead, he was met with a thick iron rod that slammed straight into his chin.

【boom! ! 】

The members of the Spectre were blasted dozens of meters away.

The sudden roar silenced the previously noisy guild.

Gajeel slowly withdrew his arm.

A hint of disdain flickered across his face, which was studded with steel nails.

"Didn't I tell you not to bother me while I'm eating?"

Gajeel's fierce eyes swept across the entire area, and instantly, the entire guild fell silent.

Gajeel chuckled: "So what if it's Fairy Tail? It's just a guild that's only become popular in recent years. Before that, we were always the strongest!"

[Slap slap slap...]

Just then, applause erupted from the second floor.

"Well done this time, Mr. Gajeel."

A man dressed in a magic robe and wearing a magic hat walked out slowly.

His sinister eyes swept down at Gajeel, a smile playing on his lips as he looked at his smoky-eyed face.

"President? You're here too."

Gajeel glanced at Joseph on the second floor and spoke casually.

"After all, it's the day you return, so of course I'll be there," Joseph said.

"However, although we've already planted a seed, I don't think those guys will actually come out at this level, so we need to add fuel to the fire."

"Shall we give them a big gift?" Gajeel seemed somewhat excited.

Joseph on the second floor nodded slightly.

[As if something else had been mentioned, Joseph continued, "However... there is one person on the other side who is very noteworthy."]

"That guy who uses fire dragon-slaying magic?" Gajeel looked up at Joseph.

"Yes, I've heard he's very strong. He's already back in Fairy Tail today. This guy is no ordinary person."

Gajeel seemed somewhat displeased: "Even the guild master is wary of that guy?"

"No, that's not it, I just wanted to remind you to be careful," Joseph replied.

Gajeel curled his lip in disdain.

"I'm asking you, how strong am I?"

Joseph answered without hesitation: "Within the Phantom Lord guild, you are the strongest, Mr. Gajeel."

[“Heh heh…” Gajeel clenched his fist tightly!]

He burst into unrestrained laughter.

"Heh heh~ Well then... I'll take care of that guy named Natsu!"

【…】

Meanwhile, on the other side...

A figure slowly walked out of the train station.

His gaze was fixed on the distance.

[Through the dim light, the tallest and most luxurious building in the town could already be seen.]

"Is this the place? The ruler of the Phantom Lord!"

[Honatsu murmured softly, then without hesitation, put his hands in his pockets and stepped out of the station.]

[His figure disappeared into the crowd...]

Chapter 220 The True Demon!

"Hahaha!! Those cowardly fairies, even in this state, they can still hold back."

"Who says otherwise? Our President Joseph is truly a visionary; this level of foresight is simply not enough!"

"So, did Guild Master Joseph and Lord Gajeel go and add fuel to the fire?"

"President Joseph's words are elusive; we don't know where he's gone, but what we do know for sure is that Lord Gajeel has already set off."

"I bet tomorrow's news will be really interesting, right?"

"Of course! Just thinking about a newspaper publishing the lamentations of fairies is incredibly exciting!"

[Hannatsu had just arrived at the entrance of the Phantom Lord guild headquarters when he keenly heard unrestrained laughter emanating from inside.]

"Add fuel to the fire? Could it be... that the Spectres are going to attack our guild again?"

Happy, who was standing to the side, spoke up in disbelief.

"Aren't they... afraid of the Magic Council's punishment?"

Henatsu shook his head indifferently at this: "We're here today for the same reason—we're not planning to care about the Magic Council, are we?"

"Although we came in our personal capacity."

“That’s true,” Happy nodded knowingly.

"However, according to what those guys inside said, Joseph and that guy named Gajeel have already left, possibly planning to go to Magnolia to target our guild."

"So, should we give chase? With my speed and your sense of smell, they can't get very far," Happy asked.

Henna shook his head: "No need, they'll come back on their own in a bit."

"At least, Gajeel knows that guy; I understand him."

"Just a rebellious teenager, he needs to be taught a lesson."

"As for Joseph..." Henaz didn't speak, but his posture spoke volumes.

Happy, who knows Henna well, knows this clearly.

This time, Honez is truly angry, and the consequences will be severe!

Having said that, Hazen stepped forward and pushed open the tightly closed door.

[Squeak!!]

The wooden door creaked open with a jarring sound.

This also attracted the Spectre members who were currently enjoying a hearty meal in the guild.

All eyes turned towards the main entrance.

[The figures of the person and the cat.]

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