Chapter 175: Long Awaited March

“A demon fiend apart from the royal family? Are you sure about this? I’ve never heard of another, to hold such power,” Shrouded by the shadows looming over his side, the man quickly voices his opinion. He was met with a familiar face and another that he hasn’t seen for a very long time

“I’m not the type to joke about this sort of thing. The fact that I came here in my physical form to convey the news is already a sign of a pressing issue at hand. Don’t worry about my contractee, she was forced to sign a life-and-death contract. However, the terms didn’t restrict her movement, it was only an agreement to grant the fiend a title in your ranks,” Krisheldeour informed him about their encounter with another demon fiend. The Royal family was already a pain to be dealt with. Now he was informed of a new threat or perhaps an ally that he can rely upon

With the spies roaming around his fleet, the need for rationing their supplies. And now he hears about a new variant amongst others, the arrival of a demon. Worse of all, it brought along a vessel that was granted its power and the right to summon at will. With all of these pressing issues, he took a deep sigh whilst his expression remains to be unchanged

“You said earlier that the contract between the two of them is beneficial? Tell me why you’re certain things will be for the better. I can’t imagine there will be a day when I ally myself with the scummiest person of them all,”

“Simple, demons take pride in their contracts one such as myself had witnessed it with my own. The signing of the contract to halt the end of the world and the start of the heavenly war. When the deities and the demon kings present, shook one another hands. They quickly withdrew from the battle, about his reasons why he infiltrated the resistance. He said it was the sole purpose to gather allies and vanquish the runaway demons,” The resistance leader made a gesture with his hands that made the two return to their quarters

When he finally found peace when he was left all alone in his office, he started down from his spot. Gazing upon the hundred tents that were placed below his own, whilst he sips a herbal tea that eases his mind. Slowly he processes every piece of information he received. Once he concluded everything from start to finish. He dons a smile instead of a headache or a stress-infested expression. He can’t seem to stop his emotions from showing after he was told to gain another powerful ally

’Zen Bleightrol, the knight that was said to have worn a set of armor to reflect his radiant energy. If I didn’t see it for myself, I would’ve opposed such a thing being the truth about his background. One thing that does make me curious about this person, he was said to have the aura of a demon. Yet he was never seen to have been influenced by their desires, Krisheldeour said it himself. His actions didn’t reflect the demons or his attitude, this man has not been tainted by a demon. Even though he uses their power, quite intriguing im looking forward to our cooperation,’

He raises the cup that he drinks for his late comrades and another for the ones at present. After every casualty that his fleet had suffered until this very moment, he gained a new batch of recruits. To top it off, he’s second in command was able to form a relationship with a powerful figure

[System: You’ve been struck by a powerful blow in your lower abdomen. The attack has negatively affected the condition of your body Status: The injured wound has been neutralized by one of the player’s skills called [Heal]

Outcome: You’ve managed to recover from the attack without any aid of potions or chi circulation]

“I’ve never thought you’ll be able to stand,” Silas was in the middle of a duel with none other than the man her sister was kn favor of. They weren’t there for any kind of dispute or he was there to prove his worth. For him to rightfully claim his blessing to take his sister’s hand in marriage

[Incredible, I didn’t think a player could do such a thing. He wasn’t even using any kind of skill, nor did he use any skills to strike a fatal blow. Its technique through and through, I never thought I’d see you in such a wreck]

’Arrgggh, truth be told I didn’t come here to get my ass handed to me in a golden platter. I’ve heard from Jin that he came from the abyss which makes him a returnee. To make things worse, his skills and stats are lowered to match the requirement. I’m fighting a weaker version of him, and I can’t even land a single blow if we’re to fight without the use of my skills. This circle nullifies the use of mana and chi circulation. To sum it up im denied using my abilities, at least he let me keep my only recovery skill,’

“It’s very commendable that you’re still awake even after taking a dozen or so hits in your body. Even my sister would only last 9 or maybe 10 of my hits if we were to fight with raw strength. I’m surprised that you managed to parry my attacks and eventually you’re able to perceive my moves. Just this once, I’ll give you a chance, you wanted to see it right…? My technique that you’ve been fascinated about, then allow me to demonstrate,” Silas raises his sword as quickly as possible. He manages to execute another powerful attack

[System: The player Christoper Morris has activated the blessing [True sight]. Granting the player with a ton of optical abilities, and momentarily sharpening his sight]

With his blessing that slowed down the speed of what his currently observing, he was able to shift his sword. However, it quickly changes its trajectory, which was anticipated and he changes the direction of his sword. However, that was also another one of Silas’s faint, his sword changes in quick succession. His sword which was once aiming for his shoulder has redirected itself to strike his defenseless chest

“That’s it… That’s how you’re able to do such a thing, im quite surprised but I’ve seen it a couple of times… Now let’s adjust my footing and stance to match your attack,” Morris’s footing shifts to a new one. Lowering his posture to avoid his enemy’s blade, whilst his hand changes its form along with his feet. He entered a stance for it to be possible for the tips of his wooden blade to collide with his foe

“Your technique allows you to move as swiftly as you desire, however, I notice that along our match. You appear to be so hesitant, I can see it now, it enhances your speed in exchange you lack control. Your sword isn’t heavy for your to swing with a tremendous amount of force. You’re simply relying on your technique to increase your attack,” After he manages to thwart his attack aimed at his chest, as any other person would do. He kicked his opponent’s sword when he was in the middle of being awestruck by his display of skill

[What are you doing!!?]

’He never said this was a fight between swords,’

“Interchangeable Cromwell arts, attack pattern 1, unprincipled barrage,” He punches Silas directly in his face before he could react to his final attack. He was kicked in his foot which made him lose all of his balance in his legs. And by the time he gazes up, he received a clean and powerful swing right into his chest. After that, they trained for a while longer until they tire themselves to their limit

“I didn’t think I’ll be reduced to such a state where I would be pitied, im beyond impressed with your talent. It matters about the technique that a person wields but you… You’re unique, I didn’t think there was a technique that lets you change your attack pattern by a whole new level,” Someone like Silas that has mastered and tempered with his body. For him praising another who’s far weaker yet has a grasp of his body’s limits and understanding was a sight to behold

“What’s this…?” Morris caught an item that Silas have thrown in his direction

“Recovery pill, made by yours truly with the knowledge of the Landers household. Even if we’re no longer a great family nor are we filled with wealth. The Landers have their fair share of battles, you can say that our ancestors were war veterans. Apart from recovery, it has a permanent effect on your body, consider this as my blessing. I wish that you chose my sister as your mate, believe it or not, she has the body perfect to bear a child,” Silas whispered in his hear

“Bluaargh, cough… Cough… Cough, what the hell man, you’re talking about your sister!!!” He monetarily choked on the large pill after he heard his word

“Don’t be afraid to ask for more pills, apart from this being needed on the battlefield. My ancestors said it’s great to build up a person’s endurance. By all means, im willing to teach you the sacred arts of my household, that is after you’re finally registered in my famil~”

“Hold on a sec, you can’t be serious right…? Esther’s probably misunderstanding all of this. There’s a difference between admiration and intimacy with the opposite sex. She’s still a kid, we don’t know she’s still getting to know more about the world~,” Suddenly Silas placed his hand on his shoulder and made an intimidating smile

“My sister is arrogant, I know that for a fact, but never has she been the one who would misunderstand her feelings. For my family, understanding one’s body and mood swings is beneficial to master the sword. They learn to feel, control, and express their emotions if there’s nothing wrong with the body. It’s the mind that’s the problem, now come, Morris, for I shall tell you about my little sister when she was a mere infant,” The image that Morris had of him as a strict, siscon of a person was no longer

In truth, he was just a normal person that wishes the best for his family’s happiness. And for his only remaining kin to be his sister, he was willing to throw away his nature and support her with his all. After a couple of days where he continuously approaches Morris about his sister. It wasn’t long before their training would end after his long-awaited journey has finally resumed

[System: 7 days have passed, and the ones that participated in the mini-quest will be shortly rewarded. You can now enter floors 22-30 since the npcs have finally made their move]

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