"His presence vanished suddenly...
"H-How can i-it hap-happen?...
Aizel stayed hidden in the calm depths of the lake while the other mages got together near the lake.
Unbeknownst to the mages, their every movement and whispered conversation were observed by Aizel through his enhanced hearing.
[Master at least 10 mages]
They don't seem strong; maybe scout for their team or group? Let's get rid of them fast,"
Aizel pulled out two of the most important tools for this task. The first was a small container filled with a thick cloud of smoke. It had a special quality that could mess up the fine web of mana sense.
When released, it induced coughing fits, uncontrollable itching, and a stinging sensation that caused the eyes to burn, rendering the afflicted temporarily blind to the hidden energies that permeated their surroundings.
