Chapter 2152

"Dark Trees?"

Wilbur fell silent. He had never heard of the Dark Trees before and had no idea what kind of being they were.

Adam seemed to grow increasingly desperate, sitting back down on the couch. "Come on, tell me why you aren't willing to be my pupil. I'm telling you that you've only got one chance, you know. You won't get another if you miss it."

"I'm sorry, I won't be your pupil."

Adam smirked. "Why not? Do you think I'm not more powerful than Fremont Skye?"

"You might not even be more powerful than me," said Wilbur. "How could you even compare to Senior Fremont then?"

"You!"

Adam let out a furious laugh, then said, "Alright, then. I won't force it on you. I would have considered forgiving the people of Anderson Town if you were willing to become my pupil, but I guess we can forget about that now. I came to look for you because of two reasons. Also, do you actually want to help solve Anderson Town's troubles?"

"Yes." Wilbur took a deep breath. "I promised them th