Chapter 734: The Dark Night's Fiery Sun
Chapter 734: The Dark Night's Fiery Sun
"A Seventh Stage Beast," Lindsey muttered under his breath.
The approaching beast exuded an incredibly powerful aura, sending a message through the power of Essence—it intended to destroy this Floating Island tonight!
If anyone wanted to avoid confrontation, they should leave immediately.
All those who remained would be considered enemies and killed without mercy.
Lindsey frowned slightly, and Alice, standing beside him, also whispered in amazement, "A Dragonbeast attack at this time..."
Hearing the words 'Dragonbeast,' Lindsey turned abruptly, "Alice, you think this is a Dragonbeast?"
The Righteous Pathway Maiden explained, "A beast with dragon-like features that has advanced to the Seventh Stage can be called a Dragonbeast."
Alice's perception abilities far surpassed those of other Awakened individuals at her level.
She saw more clearly than Lindsey—under the crimson sky, a gigantic creature with bat-like wings was flying towards them.
It was indeed a Dragonbeast as defined in the Awakened realm.
On the other side, Lindsey's expression was complex.
The term 'Dragonbeast' held a special significance for him.
This was not only because his first expeditionary adventure was to slay the Dragonbeast in Black Mountain but also because his achievement list included two such attributes.
[Dragon Slayer - Increases damage against dragon-type creatures.]
[Legendary Beast Hunter - Increases attack damage against legendary creatures and speeds up the collection of hunting information.]
To put it bluntly, if this creature were just an ordinary beast, Lindsey would face a normal challenge.
But if it were associated with dragons, phoenixes, or leviathans, things would get extremely interesting.
Lindsey suppressed his mixed feelings, "This guy is clearly targeting Silver City."
"Alice, I've heard a lot of news in the castle. Before Ye Haiya withdrew from the battlefield and transferred to the border, she also participated in that great battle in the world's center. This Dragonbeast might be related to that."
"If we stay here any longer, we'll inevitably be targeted by this guy and get dragged into this fight..."
Lindsey analyzed the situation rationally, but his voice grew softer.
Because Alice, who usually responded immediately to his thoughts, remained silent beside him.
Lindsey turned to look at her.
The Righteous Pathway Maiden's gray eyes were fixed straight ahead, staring intently at the Dragonbeast approaching from the sky.
Her hand had somehow reached out and gripped the longsword at her waist.
Lindsey spoke up, "Alice?"
The Administrator Maiden finally spoke her first words, "Lindsey, I can't just stand by and do nothing about tonight's events."
"You also said that the Organizer isn't in Silver City, and there's no Seventh Stage ruler on this Floating Island. Ordinary people and Awakened individuals are joining forces to fight a Seventh Stage Dragonbeast—the upcoming battle will undoubtedly be a slaughter."
As her voice echoed, the Essence on Alice's body began to unleash a powerful force.
The Administrator's will was in sync with the Essence.
At such close range, Lindsey could clearly sense Alice's determination.
—Protect the innocent people on this Floating Island.
—Stop the impending massacre.
—Engage in the battle.
Lindsey's eyes became serious.
Alice's determination commanded his respect, so he specifically reminded her, "Alice, this is a Seventh Stage Dragonbeast. It's going to be a tough fight."
At this moment, Alice's eyes were fixed only on the Dragonbeast in the sky, and she even misunderstood Lindsey's question, "It's indeed a challenging and exceptionally dangerous fight.
"Lindsey, you can leave first. If I'm lucky enough to slay this beast, I'll catch up with you soon. But if I lose..."
As Alice spoke, she suddenly drew her longsword.
A gentle yet determined glow emanated from the blade, extending from its surface to the surrounding land, and then began to envelop the entire island.
This was Alice's leadership technique, a skill she used to command her troops.
Facing the powerful Dragonbeast, she not only intended to fight personally but also to use her abilities to protect the ordinary people on the Floating Island and enhance the power of other Awakened ones.
"I walk the path of righteousness, so I will never lose," Alice declared, taking a step forward.
Behind them, the Castle of Silver City burst with the auras of numerous Awakened ones.
The Seventh Stage enemy was approaching.
Everyone realized that the crisis was right before their eyes, and no one was willing to surrender without a fight.
They were either volunteers or under the control of the Organizer's skills, unable to escape.
This newly established city, a Floating Island bearing the name of Silver City, had become the battleground for the decisive fight against the Seventh Stage Dragonbeast.
"..."
"Hey, it's not like I'm planning to run away," Lindsey said, his voice echoing behind Alice as she was about to step forward, ready to engage in the battle.
The Righteous Pathway Maiden turned to look at him.
She noticed that Lindsey had drawn two longswords out of thin air and was offering one of them to her.
"Here, swap your steel sword for this one."
"We can't fight a foe like this with ordinary weapons."
"Letting the Dragonbeast slaughter the residents of an entire Floating Island—that's just unacceptable. And the glory of slaying a dragon..."
Lindsey's lips curled into a slight smile as he spoke.
"I actually have some experience in this matter. Now that the opportunity has presented itself, we must seize it together."
Alice took the weapon thrown by Lindsey without hesitation.
No introduction was needed; being from the City of Law herself, she instantly recognized the details of the longsword.
[Weapon: Law Steel Sword of Frostbound Law]
[Enhances Willpower upon equipping.
Law: Special Law Runes are embedded within the blade, increasing the weapon's power in proportion to the wielder's faith.
Frost: In the face of a formidable foe, the sword emits an intense chill.
Friend of the Law: Grants the status of an Honorary Citizen of the City of Law.]
[The Law Knight's sword, usable only by Law Knights or those they deem worthy, is of high value.]
["Before the Law, I Compromise Not!"]
"A Law Steel Sword?" Alice exclaimed in surprise.
"But this is the weapon of a Law Knight?"
The battle was imminent, but the Righteous Pathway Maiden paid no heed to such details. She gripped her weapon tightly, and as the Law Steel Sword enhanced her willpower, her faith surged, amplifying her strength.
Alice's expression, initially one of astonishment, transformed into understanding, and finally, she smiled.
"Alice, I'm curious now," Lindsey said as they moved forward together, amidst the raining fire. "What exactly is the 'righteousness' you uphold?"
(End of Chapter)
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