Summoned from another world, the hero is Ultraman Zeta.

Returning to the Mage Guild, A-Kyu was clearly uneasy. Last time, she had acted according to her duty and was locked up by the guild's minister, which had already accumulated a lot of resentment in her heart. If it weren't for Haruki's request for the guild to assist in investigating Luo Yi's matter, A-Kyu would not have come to this place that made her angry.

Upon entering the conference room, they did not see Minister Ye, but instead saw Qingxuan and Sean waiting inside.

Judging from this, Minister Ye must be worried about something. Otherwise, he would definitely have used the opportunity of handling guild affairs as an excuse to make a good impression on the hero. Ah Jiu thinks it's not an exaggeration at all to call the rice flower a thousand-year-old snow lotus.

"The guild has already searched according to the information you provided. Haruki, we have set up guards in the town and at the border. We will notify you immediately if anything is found. The guild's mages are also working on the hunt for Luo Yi, but because our main focus is on post-disaster reconstruction, we are short-handed and can only temporarily focus on the Nanshan area."

"No problem, Qingxuan. With your help, we're already much more efficient than if we were acting alone. By the way, how are your injuries and Sean's healing going? Are you alright?"

Qingxuan reported the guild's progress truthfully, but there was a hint of hesitation in his eyes, as if he had something left unsaid. Yaohui didn't want to ask for anything more and thought that Qingxuan felt guilty because he hadn't done enough, so he quickly changed the subject.

"Sean and I are back to normal, but there are still some things I don't understand..."

"Just say what you want to say, Earthwalker. You didn't call us here specifically to be the guild's messengers, did you?"

Seeing Qingxuan's awkwardness, Ajiu understood that it was better to express one's emotions directly in the appropriate situation and with the right people. Wasn't it tiring to keep things bottled up? After all, one's innermost thoughts weren't some treasure; they weren't going to be stolen away once spoken.

“It’s about the Light Magic Stone. Qingxuan and I have been researching the Light Magic Stone recently, but we haven’t made any progress.” Sean spoke up for Qingxuan, expressing their concerns first. Qingxuan took out the Light Magic Stone and his expression turned somber.

"My dad told me that the Light Magic Stone came from the sky, descending upon this land in search of the Earth Master's powerful magic, and that I was the chosen hero's companion. But if what my dad said is true, why can't I use the Light Magic Stone's energy on my own?"

"Oh, is that so? Then can I take a look at the Light Magic Stone?"

After listening to Qingxuan's story, Ajiu, with some ill intent, took the initiative to ask for the Light Stone. Then, she summoned her magician to connect with the Light Stone and activated its magic in front of Qingxuan, subtly venting her dissatisfaction with Minister Ye by showing off to Qingxuan.

A halo rose from the magic book, enveloping the light stone and mobilizing the magical energy within, releasing crystal-blue magical fluctuations. These fluctuations then coalesced into blades that scattered in all directions before disappearing into the air.

The magic book closed, and the Light Magic Stone returned to Ajiu's hand. This experiment further confirmed to Ajiu that Qingxuan was not a hero's companion.

"As you just saw, the magical energy inside the Light Magic Stone is fine and quite abundant. The Earth Master's inability to use it is probably his personal problem, and has nothing to do with the Light Stone. To put it bluntly, Qingxuan, you are not a hero's partner."

The undisguised denial startled Yao Hui and Sean; they couldn't understand why A Jiu would bring it up at this time.

With the enemy outside, it should be a time to unite everyone's strength. Everyone is afraid of causing conflicts that could affect each other. If Ajiu says something like that, Qingxuan might turn on him on the spot.

“I didn’t say anything wrong. It’s the truth. On the contrary, you should be glad that you can’t use the Light Magic Stone. Otherwise, if you force it to be activated, the Light Stone might backfire on the holder. If your physique deteriorates because you’re already bound by the Earth Master’s contract, it would be a loss.”

"Hey, Ajiu, don't say that..."

It was clear that Sean and Yaohui were surprised. Ajiu knew why they reacted this way; it was simply a matter of saving face.

Ah Jiu doesn't like playing those middle-aged people's games. She was given the noble mission of assisting the heroes by Chairman Mu, and helping everyone with the truth is her duty. Even though she has been tricked once because of this, she is not afraid at all.

After a brief silence, neither of them spoke. Yaohui and Sean exchanged glances, unsure of what to do.

Ah-Jiu certainly doesn't expect everyone to fully understand her. After all, the truth is mostly hurtful rather than saving. If you can't even bear the truth, then you should stay away from the path of the hero as soon as possible.

"I see. I'm relieved. Thank goodness you told me, A-Jiu." Qingxuan looked up, her face full of relief, and thanked A-Jiu in a way that surprised everyone.

"I originally thought that my own lack of willpower was a disgrace to the title of hero, and that I had disappointed the Light Magic Spirit Stone. Now it seems that it was all a misunderstanding. Haha, I can rest assured now. The Light Magic Spirit Stone is fine, and I have not let anyone down. The misunderstanding has been cleared up in time, and there is still a chance for everything."

"Oh, aren't you disappointed? If you had chosen to keep it a secret, you could have remained the hero in everyone's eyes forever."

Qingxuan's honest reaction showed Ajiu the difference between him and Minister Ye. Seeing Qingxuan's relaxed demeanor calmed Ajiu down as well. Now that she thought about it, she realized that she had been too angry earlier.

“There’s nothing to hide, because I think being honest will earn everyone’s trust. Since I’m not the chosen hero, and the Light Magic Stone hasn’t chosen its host, doesn’t that mean I still have a chance to win the Light Magic Stone’s trust? I still have a chance, and I can prove that everyone’s trust in me is not misplaced!”

Qingxuan's words gave everyone present a new perspective. The Light Magic Stone had indeed not chosen a host, and the legendary partner hero had not yet been found. However, it was not impossible that Qingxuan might gain the Light Magic Stone's approval in the future.

"You have a chance this time too, Sean! You're so amazing, it would be incredible if you could become the Hero! You didn't make it to the end with me when we were competing for the Earth Tamer, so this time, don't say anything else, you have to witness the emergence of the true Hero with me! I will definitely help you!"

"Alright, alright, it's been so many years and you haven't changed at all! You get so excited whenever heroes are mentioned. Be a little more mindful of the occasion!"

"No, that's not it! I'm not trying to be a hero."

The previously somber atmosphere was broken by Qingxuan's words. Yaohui and Ajiu, who did not know much about Qingxuan, saw his optimism and magnanimity.

Thinking about it carefully, Qingxuan has been able to protect a region as an Earth Master for many years, so his inner will must be extraordinary.

Do you think Qingxuan will become a hero, Ajiu?

"I don't know. The Light Magic Stone will choose the user of its energy on its own. As long as you can resonate with it, it will respond. But unless the Light Magic Stone speaks on its own, no one knows what it is thinking."

Yaohui's initiative in asking made Ajiu think. Qingxuan's words were right. The true hero had not yet appeared, and the outcome was not yet settled. Anything was possible.

"Light Magic Stone, could you tell me just a little bit of information? Tell me about your preferred candidate, just a little bit, is that alright?"

Zeta started talking to the stone, feeling that since he was a being inside the Courageous Pure Crystal, he might be able to communicate with the light energy in the Light Magic Stone.