As the hero of the day, Adrian was naturally placed at the center of attention.After partaking in three cups of wine, someone asked him, "Adrian, you truly are capable. Why don't you join the garrison?""Yeah, joining the garrison is great. Good treatment, good benefits, and you can also make use of your expertise," another person chimed in.Nathaniel looked at Adrian. He had always wanted Adrian to join the garrison, but Adrian always refused, which made Nathaniel anxious. However, Adrian's help so far has been invaluable, somewhat alleviating Nathaniel's regret about not recruiting him.Facing everyone's questions, Adrian took a sip of wine and said lightly, "What's the difference whether I join the garrison or not? Even if I don't join, I can still slay monsters and fight alongside you.""Isn’t it a bit inconvenient to not join an organization?""Yeah. If you encounter danger, there won't be anyone to help you."Many people still held out hope that he would join the garrison
The attacks came straight toward him, and Adrian reacted quickly, dodging to the side. However, the opponent showed no intention of stopping. More black energy shot over from afar, each aiming at Adrian's vital points."Such tricks are useless against me!" Adrian leaped forward. In the blink of an eye, he unsheathed the Divine Frost Slayer Blade with a clang and fiercely pierced one of the black clouds.The black cloud dispersed upon seeing the sword approaching as if it dared not clash with the sword directly. However, it quickly condensed again nearby and launched a second wave of attack at Adrian, but Adrian's strength was unparalleled. Seeing the incoming attack, he turned his sword and unleashed another sharp strike.Swish!The strike sliced through the black mist, and from within the mist, a piercing scream erupted. Immediately after, a figure fell from the mist and landed on the ground.Adrian sneered and stepped forward. Pointing his sword at the fallen figure, he said har
Adrian realized there was nothing he could do at the moment, so he decided to return home for now. However, along the way, he sensed something amiss. It felt like someone was following him. Sensing this abnormality, he decided to take a detour. He didn't want to lead his enemies to his residence.The stalker showed no signs of giving up and continued to follow him, confirming Adrian's suspicions. He must be their target, and with them following him so closely, it shouldn’t be long before they made their move. He needed to prepare to face them.Soon, Adrian arrived at a desolate spot. He slowed to a stop and turned to look at the dark road behind him. "You've followed me all this way. Aren't you tired? Even if you're not, I am,” he called out.When Adrian finished speaking, dark shadows emerged before him. The shadows transformed and revealed their true forms: men dressed in black robes with solemn expressions. The one leading the group had a ferocious-looking entity floating beside
Then, the man suddenly vanished into a cloud of smoke."Ack, ack..." Adrian coughed as he inhaled the smoke. Fortunately, he was resilient and unafraid. However, something seemed off. The enemy seemed to keep sending their own people to their deaths. Could there be another reason for this?Adrian couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to this than met the eye. The Netherites weren't known for being reckless; every move they made was calculated.‘I think they’re trying to stall me.’ Adrian realized. ‘They’re buying time for something.’Just then, Ash appeared. "I found them,” he reported."That was quick.” Adrian was surprised."I mobilized all the spectral guards and managed to find their hiding place," Ash replied.Adrian couldn't wait any longer. "Let's hurry up and get there."... Adrian’s group set off, soon arriving at their destination. He looked around and they had come upon desolate and dilapidated ruins. Under the moonlight, it seemed especially bleak."Are
Adrian noted that there were indeed insects inside the prisoners’ bodies, and the insects were near their hearts. If he wasn't careful, the prisoners could easily be harmed. This was something he wanted to avoid.After some pondering, Adrian asked, "So, what do you want me to do?""Hahaha! That's more like it!" The burly leader continued to laugh. Once he calmed down, he continued, "What I want you to do is very simple. I want you to offer your neck to me to be slaughtered. After that, I will release them.""No, Adrian!" Nathaniel shouted, then screamed in agony."What are you doing?!" Adrian stepped forward, ready to strike.The burly leader said, "Don't be impulsive. I'm just giving him a taste of speaking out of turn. I won’t take his life just yet. But if you act recklessly, they will die.""I know you want me to offer my life in exchange for theirs, and that’s possible. But tell me, how can you prove to me that you will release them after I die?" Adrian asked."Hahaha..." T
With a glance, Adrian sensed a mysterious and unfathomable power within the knife. Though not overt, he clearly recognized it. He understood that this knife harbored the ability to consume his soul and reduce it to nothingness.‘How ruthless,’ Adrian thought, easily discerning the burly leader’s intentions. It was a straightforward plan: to obliterate him and leave no trace of his soul behind. It was clear that the Netherites feared him greatly. Why else would they resort to such extreme measures?"Fine. If I take my own life with this knife, you'll spare them?" Adrian's tone was solemn as he stepped forward and accepted the knife."Don't worry, I keep my promises.” The burly leader grinned.By now, some of the prisoners were sobbing uncontrollably. Despite their brief acquaintance with Adrian, they held him in high regard, recognizing his loyalty and integrity. Given the current circumstances, their hearts couldn't help but ache.Adrian cast a final glance at Nathaniel and the ot
This ancient ruin bore a resemblance to the tomb of the monster general they had encountered previously. But in comparison, this one appeared significantly more grandiose and expansive.Nathaniel's heart raced as Safiya echoed his surprise. "Sir, this..." Her words trailed off, indicating her own unease."We can't afford to let our guard down. Stay vigilant," Nathaniel urged, his expression grave.The burly leader snorted. "Hmph, you're all on death's doorstep, yet you fret over trivial matters. You've long sought the monster generals and the monster king's whereabouts. Well, here it is. This is the tomb of the monster king," he disclosed bluntly, revealing the gravity of the situation.The burly leader’s words elicited shock from the group."What?! This is the monster king's tomb?" Nathaniel exclaimed incredulously. After an arduous search, he hadn't anticipated that the enemy would find it so effortlessly. Nathaniel found himself momentarily speechless."Hahaha!" The burly lead
With a determined silence, the burly man sliced his palm, causing a gush of blood to spill forth. The sudden gory spectacle left the onlookers stunned. Though he winced slightly, he persisted, allowing drops of blood to splatter onto the floor. As the crimson droplets met the ground, intricate patterns began to materialize, casting an eerie red glow."By God..." gasped the astonished witnesses.The burly man proceeded to chant cryptic incantations, their meaning lost on Nathaniel and the others. Nonetheless, they sensed subtle shifts within the chamber as the ritual unfolded. Soft rumblings filled the air as a colossal stone coffin descended from the dome above, tethered by numerous ropes. It lowered steadily until it landed with a resounding thud before them, exuding an ancient aura that enveloped them."What the..." murmured the group, grasping the gravity of the situation.The burly man sneered triumphantly. "Behold, the coffin of the monster king. With the blood formation and y