Demon King
Chapter 81 Jinma [1]

In this world, determining who received experience, items, and gold was very simple if two people were not in the same party or guild. Whoever was hit by the last attack, who had taken the enemy's life. I have missed the opportunity to gain experience from the elves because the monsters have ripped off his head, but it is not too late for Predation. I've eaten the elf's body; all I have to do now is devour the beast that has eaten its head before it can be digested.

[Gyooh!]

“You don't like them either.” I muttered to myself as I touched the floor. I jumped into the air and moved into the monster with Ubiquitous, floating in the empty air. As Ubiquitous had reached the advanced level, I was now able to stay in the air for a while with it, increasing my mobility. If I take out a Jinma Wing like this, maybe I can even fly if I really need it as a last resort.

My opponent's level is even higher than 230, very strong compared to the other monsters I have encountered so far. The surrounding monsters rushed towards him to join in. If I let him grow stronger than this, it will be difficult for me to fight him. I rushed forward, flames surrounding my body. The wings-shaped Devil Claw that protruded on my shoulder flapped behind me.

[He looks like us.]

[How funny, look how angry he is.]

Their whispers piss me off. These monsters that had damaged their souls, driven by irrational hatred and anger to bring everyone down to their level, would dare to compare themselves to me? ‘Well, it doesn't matter. Their attacks did not affect me. ‘ I split my Devil's Claw into several branches, stretching it to the monster in front of me, cold and fire clashing.

[Kiii!]

The power of this giant monster is stronger than mine, but I immediately devoured the part of its soul that I had torn off during our clash. Given that and the number of monsters flocking to us, I don't need food. I pinned some of my Devil Claws onto my greatsword to strengthen it as the monster's arm grabbed me. I jumped into his chest, piercing my flaming greatsword into his body.

[It doesn't feel right.].

A thorn made from my soul poked out from the edge of my great sword, piercing through the monster defenses and blooming within. Blood started flowing out from the monster, soaking me with thick blood.

“Wow.” My sword and clothes absorbed most of it, but the blood on my bare skin did not. I could feel it running down my face, laughing as I enjoyed the taste. “This may be my last day on the Rookie Battlefield, but I'm having fun.”

[Kiaaah!]

The monster seemed to have realized that if this continued, it would not last long. She snapped at me with her mouth open, just like she bit the neck of an elf before. I did not try to avoid it, projecting the Devil's Claws all over my body; they were sticking out of my skin like thorns, making me look like a strange hedgehog. With my great sword in hand, emitting a dazzling light, I intend to use all the power I have gained here for good use. I charged straight into the palate of this monster who had mistook me for prey.

[High Devil Claw became Lv10 and evolved into a Supreme Devil Claw. The strength of this skill has become extremely high, and weak soul owners will panic when facing you. The ability to form souls has increased.]

I held my sword when there were no more monsters around. The wind, which had been blowing strongly until now, had stopped altogether. The battlefield was completely peaceful, with no trace of battle left after I spent everything. Looking at the field around me, it felt as if the battle was just an illusion. But it didn't; the trail was still left in my soul and inventory.

“Hmm.” I checked her red scarf, the only thing the fairy had that I got. The reason why I wanted to keep it simple; it was the only thing the fairies had that I could not judge.

[Pure-Blood Faithfulness (812/820 – Defense 480]

That's all I can tell you about the scarf. Although it seemed to be made of a simple cloth, the defensive enhancement it provided made no sense, and the name felt suspicious. I don't intend to wear it myself, but maybe Rain wants to see it.

“Alright, let's go to bed.” I removed the steel cap I had placed over the hole and looked down. I set a trap myself, but it turned out to be much deeper than I thought. I could see Mireina, somewhat faintly, in the distance, staring at me.

Caesias! He yelled. He was still alive; fortunately, this was enough to keep him safe from monsters and the Noise of Madness.

“I can't get out!” He yelled. I jumped down while sighing, using Ubiquitous halfway to land next to him. It's a bit cramped here, but Mireina immediately cried and hugged me as soon as I landed.

“Caesia, you're alive! I thought you were dead.”

“Well, if I were to die, you would definitely be stuck here, I guess.”

“No, I'm worried about you!” It was a bit annoying to hear it; it was always difficult for me to deal with the person who was worried about me. I tried my best to calm Mireina down before I used Ubiquitous to take us out. Unfortunately, we still have a big problem that we have to deal with — which are the Knights of Elekatra. Sooner or later, they would find out about the fairy's death and send more personnel to investigate. It would be dangerous for Mireina, even if she was not directly involved in that battle. If they find out he has a relationship with someone who has disrupted their plans.

“We have to talk about what will happen from now on.”

“You mean about those scary people?”

They don't recognize you as one of their kind. If you're not careful of them, you'll die. ” I sighed, deciding to tell her what I had been thinking since I arrived.

“I probably won't be back here again.”

“Not back..?” Mireina's pupils dilated, her eyes trembling slightly. I expected that he might be a little surprised, but this was actually a bit surprising. He reached out and grabbed one of my hands, pulling his face to my face.

“Well, it's possible. But before that, we have to get out of here and avoid their detection. ”

“Why...?” I can't tell him about my evolution. When I shut up, he became sulky and lowered his head.

“Yes, I think so. If it's Caesia, I guess it's possible. ”

“I don't intend to convince you that I won't be able to return.”

“No, I believe it.” The words came out quickly.

“Again, you weren't a Rookie from the start, so you'll stop being a Rookie again, right?”

“...” I almost unsheathed my sword right then and there, but the time I spent with him stopped me. I know he's not against me.

“How...?”

“Yeah, it's easy if you just look at you. You feel different from all of us. ” There is too much that I do not know so I cannot guess what has given it. Maybe it was because I had acted with my heart, not suspicious enough, that he noticed it. A bitter laugh came out of me.

“Today, I became convinced because that person from the Knight Elakatra was here for you. I think they should know about someone as strong as Caesia. ”

“So ..” It occurred to me that Mireina had received a blow today, too, while I thought that I had controlled it. No. Maybe all this time I thought of Mireina as my ally and relaxed because I felt I could count on her.

“So now, you will go.” He nodded small to himself, a blank expression on his face. He gave my hand that he was still holding a squeeze, looking at me and forcing a push into his voice.

“Then I'll get out of here too. Let's meet again outside. ”

“What?”

“If you are not allowed to enter this place, then I have no choice but to go to meet you, right?” I was a little surprised but decided to keep my reaction to myself. If I told him that I thought it was absurd, no one would know how he would react.

“So, you're not allowed to meet another girl until I'm out!” All the worries I had were quickly overwhelmed by him.

“One hundred years... hm... no, can you wait about two hundred years or more?”

“No, I won't wait.” I'm not a joke about the time it takes, not too long for a fairy, but more than a lifetime for a human. I felt like I had to cut this off from its roots and reject it.

“Why?!”

“You just said that you won't be able to go.”

“No, I'm serious! This is a once in a lifetime thing for us! ”

“You yourself said I'm not Rookie.”

“So?” Facing Mireina, who tilted her head as if she was really curious about my line of thought, I realized that I still had a hidden prejudice against the elves. Can I really tell her that feelings for her have arisen in me? No, unless I mean it, whatever I say will not provoke a positive reaction. Moreover, it would be extremely difficult for him to break free from the Rookie Battlefield. I put away my thoughts, knowing I had to choose my words carefully.

“I have to go now. Run if things get too dangerous, you hear me? ”

“Hey, wait a minute! Answer me before you leave! ”

I returned to the dungeon quickly, unable to waste any more time. I must conquer this dungeon and see the end with my own two eyes.

“Where is this?”

… No, I have a job to do before that.