THE BLACK GOD OF DEATH
CH. 120

An extremely fierce fight earlier between Xi and the Demon King. The battle within each Domain - each one made both of them lose a lot of energy back then. However, the victory of the fight was won by Xi who trapped the Demon King in his Domain.

[You have defeated the boss of the dungeon, Demon King ]

[You are level up]

[You are level up]

[You are level up]

[ Xi Arcadia ] Rank : S+ Level :145. Exp :1500000. Class : King of Darkness. Skill : Calamity Advent, summon the army of Darkness, Speed Regeneration, Flame Beart, Steahlt, Strike of Darkness, Black Dragon Armor, Gluttony Symbol Lord Beelzebub. Statistics: STR :296. VIT :298'S. CENTRES :257. AGI 343. INT :259. Statistics Point: 99.

[All Drop items that came from the Demon King have been sent into the inventory, Master only needs to open the Inventory to see the items obtained ]

In his Domain, Xi who got the message was very grateful because he managed to defeat the Demon King who had a very troublesome ability. He also never thought that the Demon King could also create such a troublesome territory for him.

" But it is beyond suspicion... But I am grateful to be able to defeat him. " Said Xi breathing softly. " Company - crap... I'm also curious about the item Drop! " Said Xi opened the inventory.

Back then, there were countless items he had obtained from completing this Gate S class. Not only the Drop item from the Demon King he obtained, but also from the Demon Arc Duke who was defeated by his subordinates as well as himself, as well as the item Drop from Dragon King Drozan that he defeated.

[The Heaven Snake Sword Astaroth ] Rank: S. Assault: 1,100. STR : + 40. Effect: Increase the crushing strength and attack area. Effect: Can adjust the size according to its user. Skill : land destruction poison slash: Concentrate magic energy on the sword and activate the poison embedded in the sword, giving an extremely wide area attack when slashing the sword at the ground surface.

[Orb Blood Essence Demon King ] Rank: S. INT :+30. VIT : +20. Effect: Provide devil attribute to owner, any attack can steal energy ( +5% ). Effect : Increase speed in chanting demon magic and black magic ( +20% ). Effect : What happens when the enemy's energy is used up, then life energy will be taken instead.

[Dragon King Drozan Stone ] Rank: S. INT :+30. STR : +20. Effect : Magic energy regeneration ( +200% ) Effect : Reducing Fire Resistance of targeted enemies ( +30% ) Effect : Resistance to ice elements. Skill (Passive ): Hot temperature: Provides warmth to the owner's body when in a place where the temperature is very cold.

Other than the three items, there were still many more items Xi had obtained. Because his inventory can store goods indefinitely, making his inventory is never full of anything that goes into it.

Xi pulled out a sword from the Inventory, it was quite large and very heavy. Even if it was dropped accidentally, anything it hit could be destroyed even if it was the strongest iron.

[ Proton Blade Earth ] Rank : A+ Attack :800. STR : +20. VIT : +20. A sword formed from the collection of the strongest land in the world that was enveloped by a fierce energy. Skill (Active): Earth Bringer: Concentrates magic energy on the sword and releases that energy into the ground and will cause an explosion of the designated area. Skill (Active): Proton Slahs: A destructive attack that focuses on a single target (Will decrease in effect when more than one target is attacked).

" I will combine this with The Heaven Snake Sword Astaroth... " Said Xi.

After that, the System merged between The Heaven Snake Sword Astaroth and Proton Blade Earth to obtain a weapon that was much better than before. Due to the large amount of costs Xi incurred to speed up the incorporation process, it did not take long for the item to be completed in uniting.

Now a new item has been completed. A sword of great size and great size. It is impossible to be picked up by ordinary people, only certain people can use the sword.

[ Proton Earth Demon Sword Astaroth ] Rank : S+ Attack :1,500. STR :+35. VIT : +35. Effect: Each slashing of the sword will produce an electrical effect that can destroy or snatch the target.

Effect: Gives the owner two Resistance (Fire Resistance and Lightning Resistance ) Effect : Improving attack on demon type enemies ( +35% ) Effect : Increasing strength in attack and damage in attack.

Skill (Active): Earth Bringer: Concentrates magic energy on the sword and releases that energy into the ground and will cause an explosion of the designated area. Skill (Active): Proton Slahs: A destructive attack that focuses on a single target (Will decrease in effect when more than one target is attacked).

Skill : land destruction poison slash: Concentrate magic energy on the sword and activate the poison embedded in the sword, giving an extremely wide area attack when slashing the sword at the ground surface.

Seeing the results of the merging of the items, made Xi very satisfied. Because he can get an item with S+ Rank which is a high Rank that is very difficult to get in ghaca system.

Although the sword is very heavy, which even weighs up to 1 ton, but it does not make Xi difficult to hold it or swing the sword. But, looking at the effects and skills of the sword, plus its weight, it was no match for him who was accustomed to a speed.

At that time Xi also thought of something when he saw all the information from the sword. " This is indeed a good sword, unfortunately not suitable for me but... It's perfect for Gideon. With its brutal and ferocious fighting style, as well as its heavy and rough movements, this sword was indeed a perfect fit for Gideon. " Said Xi. The darkness around him was slowly fading away. The cracks from the walls covering his Domain began to spread widely. A bright sunlight slowly shone on his Domain which was starting to disappear. " I wonder how crazy Gideon would be if I gave him this sword. " So Xi took off his Domain. After that he left his place, walked to a place, approached Gideon not far from where he was.

After exiting his Domain, he saw Gideon slaughtering the remaining demons. With his brutality he massacred the demons regardless of the surrounding area back then, the place where Gideon fought was the most devastated place.

Even the people around him, could only be speechless to see Gideon slaughtering the demons alone. Not only the people around, but the other Darkness Army, they just stood still while looking at Gideon with a strange look.

Seeing that, a black line struck Xi's head with some sweat appearing. He looked very awkward when he saw Gideon who was busy slaughtering the demons.

In addition, Xi walked up to the cool Gideon, carrying a large sword on his shoulder. He greeted Gideon casually. " It seems you're very happy Gideon! " Said Xi to Gideon.

Hearing that voice, Gideon stopped. Look towards the source of the sound. When he saw it, Gideon was surprised, then politely lowered his head while slightly bowing. He paid his respects to his king, Xi Arcadia.

Xi looked around him, seeing the demons that came out of Gate S class before, all of them had been massacred without remaining. Even the other four Demon Arc Duke had also been defeated by the Darkness Army. It made Xi very happy and proud to have subordinates - very powerful subordinates and again unable to die.

Along with that, Gideon who saw a large sword held by Xi made him curious. He had never seen his master fight with a large and heavy sword before, but he had only often seen his master use a Dagger and a Katana as his mainstay weapon. And also the usual poison in use in any situation.

Seeing Gideon's curious face made Xi smile a little. He sent down the great sword, and gave it to Gideon. " This is for you, this is from me for working so hard! " Said Xi sincerely giving the sword which was a high-level item to Gideon.

Hearing this made Gideon surprised. As quickly as he knelt with one knee touching the ground, raising both hands to accept the hadia. Gideon did that out of respect for Xi as his king, and he was also very happy to get a hadia from Xi. And that made some of the other Darkness Army feel very envious of Gideon. Back then, upon seeing the other Darkness Army envious of Gideon, he could only smile awkwardly to respond to him.

After giving a hadia to Gideon, Xi resurrected two Rank S men who died from being killed by demons who came out of the Gate S class. Those two Rank S were members of the Holy Sword Guild, namely Bion and also Sinji.

Bion was killed by the red demon, and Sinji was killed by the Demon King. The two rise back to being the Darkness Army when Xi orders the two of them, and the other demons to serve him.

" I am the King of Darkness, commanding you who have died to rise again! Please serve me as your new King! " Said Xi.

After those words fell, a huge amount of death magic energy spread out very widely. Darkness appeared and enveloped the entire battle area. From there, there appeared many black warrior figures who rose up, want it adventurers, warriors from the Hallnas kingdom, and other demons.

When they all rise to spiritual form, they regain half of their abilities in life. At that moment, the notification sound from the system kept popping up notifying Xi.

[The dead answer your call ]

[The dead answer your call ]

[The dead answer your call ]

[The dead answer your call ]

[The dead did not answer your call ]

[The dead answer your call ]

[The dead did not answer your call ]

[The dead did not answer your call ]

The sound of the notification system continued to appear unceasingly as Xi summoned the dead to get back up to serve himself. There were many that he managed to summon, but there were also many that did not succeed in calling him.

" Even though I have the right to the soul - the soul of the dead, but not to the world of death... No wonder someone refused my call. " Said Xi in her heart. Almost all of those who died in that battle had been revived by him, but to the demons with the Arc Duke level, none of them answered the call from Xi. Perhaps it was because they had an extremely high loyalty to serve their previous King, the Demon King. " High loyalty is difficult to achieve... You are lucky to have subordinates loyal to you, maybe you are the Demon King acknowledged by those Demon Kings! " Advanced Xi in his heart, just then he was amazed by the loyalty of the Demon Arc Duke who faithfully served the Demon King even after their death.

Xi recognized the Demon King as an outstanding leader, as well as he was amazed because the Demon King could make powerful demons like the Demon Race Demon Arc Duke utter their loyalty to him. .

[Darkness Army Level :9] Rank: Elite Master.

[Darkness Army Level: 15] Rank: Elite Master.

Two high-ranked Darkness Army stood before him, dropping one of their knees to the ground and saluting their new King. Someone they will serve with pleasure, and will do anything to achieve the goals of their King.

[Do you want to give them a name? ]

Hearing a question from System, Xi held his chin. Thinking of giving them a name that suits them both. Simultaneously, Xi also noticed the two, one of whom had a sizeable body size, at least it was slightly larger than Kuga. And the other, having a smaller body size and slender, had a sword placed on his waist.

After pondering for a long time, Xi gave the two of them a name, and gave them a new Legion nema.

" I decided to give them names, Boin and Noa. " Said Xi.

After Xi gave them a name, the name was engraved in their souls.

[Bion Level: 9] Rank: Elite Master.

[Noa Level: 15] Rank: Elite Master.

The new legion was added by Xi to his Darkness Army. And that new Legion with "Nine S" which this Legion will contain nine Rank S people who have great power compared to other Rank S. The legion that will lead the Darkness Amry army is made up of adventurers.

Now in the Darkness Army there are five main Ligeons. And only two of the five Ligeons were complete. The completed legions were Hidden Master and Maniac Combat. Members of the Hidden masters are HAMER, BLADE, SIELD, Balishta, Ben. And they had the same Rank and Level, that of a Level 7 Elite Master.

Combate Maniacs are Bans, Mooria, Kirara, Kara, Kuga, Ero, Gana. And they were all at the same Rank and level, Rank Master level 15.

After everything was done, Xi pulled all his troops back into the void of darkness. The darkness was inside him, he kept everything in the madness of the darkness.

After the battle ended, everyone was able to take their breaths. Many of those who fall and cry because they are happy and happy can still live after going through tremendous difficulties. Together they were also sad because many of their colleagues were killed in the conquest. Especially the Holy Sword Guild, they were saddened by the loss of some of their members, especially their leader Sinji who became the Holy Sword Guild Master.

The news of the Gate S class has been completed spread rapidly, not even in all Hallnas countries, but in many nearby countries and cities, and also far away countries. The news also became a hot speaker for everyone from all over the country, even among the nobles and also the higher-ups of a kingdom.

A very bright morning, a week had passed very quickly. Repair on the damaged area due to the battle against Gate S class has been done. Buildings that were previously destroyed, slowly began to be rebuilt one after another.

Everyone is so happy after a very difficult day. The activities of the citizens began to run as usual, although there are some obstacles. For those who are still traumatized by the incident, some of them lock themselves in the house, while those who think about forgetting the incident do daily activities.

In an inn, there was Xi who was relaxing sitting on a sofa while brewing a very delicious warm tea. There was not only Xi alone, but there were several others including Airis and Astia, even Katashi was there along with them.

Katashi, who was still curious about the Gate S class yesterday, asked Xi. " Sister, have you ever faced such a situation before? " Task Katashi to Xi.

Hearing that question from Katashi Xi replied calmly. " no... I never have. " Answer Xi.

Hearing the reply from Xi made Katashi very surprised. In the battle of that time, it was clear that the Hallnas kingdom was very troubled in dealing with their situation. Even they were all nearly leveled by the demons. But after Xi's arrival, everything changed, the demons that had previously dominated the battle, everything changed.

The demons in the slaughter were exhausted by Xi until there was nothing left of them. Even Xi was able to defeat a Demon Arc Duke in a single strike. It is the most impossible thing to happen in this world.

" I know you're great, brother but... As great as this is to be able to complete a Gate S class alone, I don't think there is anyone stronger than you in this country. " Said Katashi. After a while he said that, something came to his mind that made him surprised "Sister... Is it possible that you are one of the five heroes? " Tanya Katashi with a curious and panicked look on her face.

Xi shook his head, stating that he was not one of the five heroes Katashi was referring to. Let alone one of the five heroes, not even himself knew what five heroes were. Because of that, Xi asked Katashi about it.

" For a bad guy like me where can he be a hero, and again what are five heroes? I've never heard of it... " Speak Xi calmly as he asked Katashi.

Katashi was shocked by Xi's statement that he was not one of the five heroes. The power that Xi possesses is absurd, so it is only natural that Katashi considers Xi to be one of the five heroes.

" You really don't know, brother? " Reply Katashi to Xi while asking.

Xi shook his head, confirming what he had revealed earlier was the truth and not a lie.

Katashi tells Xi what five heroes are.

Five heroes are the five strongest people in the world, they are said to be messengers of the evil Gods who are assigned to maintain the balance of the world. A few years ago there was a huge mess, and it caused a lot of casualties. Whether it's from the nobility or the common people.

An invasion carried out by large-bodied humanoid monsters caused a lot of chaos. And killed countless adventurers - high Rank adventurers. At a critical moment, a wish appeared, there were five people with a very extraordinary holy aura, they were people blessed by the Gods.

Their appearance brings a new hope, and they defeat the leader of the humanoid monsters that invade many countries. Since then, they are known as five heroes who get blessings from the Gods. Severe heroes who come to uphold justice, and eradicate all threats that will come to the world.

Heard it said "Oh... That all? " Said Xi with a flat face. Although it sounds interesting, but he did not take seriously the five heroes who saved the world from the invasion of the monsters that made chaos. " Compared to the five heroes, I am more interested in the Nine Blademaster and the God of Blademaster. They are said to be the greatest generation of swords, as well as being the worst generation of all time, I want to know who - anyone who became a Blademaster other than IGRIS and Gideon. " Said Xi in her heart. Currently he was very curious about all the members of the Nine Blademaster and God of Blademaster, in addition to IGRIS and GIDEON.

The Royal Palace Hallnas, in a throne room of the palace, was a man kneeling before the King. The man gave his respect to the King of the Hallnas kingdom, sincerely and humbly he lowered his head.

" The number of casualties from adventurer guilds as well as royal warriors were numerous... But, fortunately we can overcome this Gate S class. I can't imagine the destruction of this Hallnas country in the hands of the demons. " Say the King calmly. He was very fond of adventurers and soldiers who died in battle at that time.

" I can understand your noble feelings, thankfully no civilian has been victimized. " Talk Guild Master Lightning, Light politely.

The king agreed with Light's opinion, although they lost about 1,500 soldiers and several hundred adventurers, fortunately they made an emergency evacuation as quickly as possible. So that they can minimize the casualties that will fall if Dungeon Break occurs.

" Guild Master, I heard from the knight captain... If you and the Holy Sword Guild of the Elf kingdom are unable to defeat those demons, then who defeated them? " Ask the King to Light. He was quite curious about the people who defeated demons that even Rank adventurers from a few Guilds could not defeat.

In order to defeat the demons that made other adventurers bother to face him, surely those people had extraordinary abilities and had above-average experience and strength.

" If strong people like them serve this country, the Hallnas Kingdom will no longer have any trouble facing the Elf Kingdom that has been at odds with us. I have to get them settled in this country! " The king said in his heart. He wanted the people who helped Light and the other Guild Masters back then to devote themselves to Hallnas kingdom.

Light responded to the King's question, answering "I don't know who they are, nor have I ever seen or heard of them but... I think they are friends of one of the Guild Fame members. " Reply Light politely.

Hearing Light's reply, the King held onto his chin, thinking of something to tie those people together. " Great people like them should not be allowed to leave, we should make them stay in this kingdom. Guild Master, please pass on my message to them, I am the Hallnas Kingdom Leader inviting them to a dinner. " Said the King, giving an order to Light. " I hope with this they can stay... " Say the King in his heart full of hope.

Hearing the pioneer, Light responded. As soon as he left the throne room and went to find the place where Xi was staying at this time to convey the King's message to them.

At the inn, Xi and Katashi were still talking about each of their experiences while adventuring. Although Xi likes to be cool and cool sometimes, he is a good listener if someone tells about his experiences or past.

While Katashi was being cool about his father being in the Fame Guild, Xi did not cut Katashi's talk in the least, and let Katashi tell him everything. He just sat quietly while enjoying the dishes at the table.

" Right, I want to become stronger again, I know that I won't be as strong as you sister but, I want to become stronger to protect my comrades... I felt that I was not strong enough to be a leader in a party. " Answer Katashi.

Katashi looks very sluggish when he says he wants to be stronger. It reminded him every time he went through the Quest there were always difficulties. Whether it's from strong monsters, or weak monsters with a lot. Although successful through the difficulties, but he felt disappointed in himself for not being able to protect his colleagues well. So that some of his colleagues were injured when facing the monsters that confronted them.

Xi let out his breath, saying to Katashi. " I can help you but, it depends on you. Whether what you say is true or not all comes back to you. " Said Xi. At that time, Katashi immediately raised his head with his eyes wide open "You must have known every power has its own shortcomings. And that applies to everyone, whether they are strong or weak, every strength has a weakness. " Subsequently Xi.

" For example, I can summon many creatures, but every time they are destroyed, the energy consumption is too much to make them rise again. But to create one powerful being, I need a large amount of energy and the process is also long. "

" I raise the dead, but all of this is spiritual and not material. When I revived them in material physical form, I needed twice as much energy as they had in life. And of course they will become stronger than before, but if they fail the risk is also great. It could get me a pretty serious internal wound. " Subsequently Xi.

That moment flashed through Katashi's mind "So so... The stronger you are, the greater the responsibility. I always saw Brother Xi as a very great and invincible person but, I didn't know that he had such a weakness... But that's what makes him stronger, he always covers his weaknesses with the strategies he devises. Well... He always was, even during the first meeting, I guess he was just a cold and arrogant person... But after seeing what he did, all that, his nature was merely a strategy to get the enemy caught up in his calculations. " Katashi said in his heart.

Katashi stood up, bowed and bowed his head in front of Xi and said "I beg brother, please guide me! " Said Katashi. Begging Xi to guide him.

Seeing that, seeing the sincere request from Katashi made Xi remember something. With a small smile Xi responded "There is no need to beg like that, as long as you ask for sure I help... You think of me as your brother, right? Seeing you like this, reminding me of something... " Reply Xi. " You know, Tota used to do the same thing you do now... I thought he would cry if I refused him back then. " Continue Xi while remembering the times when Tota did the same thing as Katashi at this time.

Katashi who heard this came out of Xi's mouth, making Katashi very surprised. All he knew was that Tota was the young master of a noble family, his father was a Count who was assigned to become the mastery of the city of Branco which became the border between the Hallnas State and the Elf Country.

" What! So Tota did it too? " Shouted Katashi in surprise.

Just then Xi stood up from his seat, holding onto Katashi's shoulder as he said. " Are you ready? " Tanya Xi to Katashi.

katashi answered confused. " After?... Wh-wh-what for? " Answer Katashi and ask again.

" To be strong... " Answer Xi. A purple-colored magic circle appeared under the feet of the two of them. The light from the magic circle shone brightly, moving them from the inn towards somewhere.

At the same time, someone opened the door of the room, looking at Xi who had just left using teleportation magic.

" aaa... Master leave! " Said Airis who was surprised when she saw Xi leave. Simultaneously, There was Light together with him.

In a place filled with many trees. The lost Magus Forest. A forest adjacent to the swamp - swamp and has a lot of predators in it. The Magus Forest was once one of the most dangerous forests because of the large number of powerful predators inside.

Thousands of souls have floated within this forest every year, and it makes humans very hungry for the Magus forest and never set foot again in the forest. The lack of information regarding the Magus forest, made many people even the nobles shiver when intending to explore the Magus forest.

However, in the next few years, the Magus forest disappeared without cause. Many people think that the Magus forest is an area that is cursed, so it will move - move places and will not necessarily appear where. For those who found the Magus forest, it can be said as a lucky person. However, it can also be said to be an unlucky person because the danger in the Magus forest is very terrible.

Inside the Magus forest, Katashi is confronted by several humanoid monsters that suddenly attack him. At that time Katashi fought very well when facing the monsters that attacked him.

[ Green Frogman ] Rank: D. Level 20. Exp :3,000.

Katashi fights very well, he can withstand all attacks from the Green Frogman with his shield, and attacks his opponent with his sword. At that time, Katashi was able to overcome 20 Green Frogman alone without the slightest difficulty.

Meanwhile, Xi who was together with Katashi did not help him in the least. He just sat quietly on a tree branch while observing Katashi who was fighting vigorously. What he saw from Katashi was his unyielding fighting spirit and never retreating from the fight. Even when he was surrounded, Katashi was not the least bit daunted against them all alone.

" He's very good at using his shield... Even I'm not as good at using it, he's able to withstand every Green Frogman attack from every direction. Undoubtedly, Katashi would definitely win against all of them, even for one-on-one, the Green Frogman would have no chance of winning. " Say Xi quietly. Amazed by Katashi's fighting ability, he can play a shield perfectly. Although Katashi is great, Xi said one thing on the other hand, "I know he's great... He was too focused on what was in front of him. " Add Xi while watching a small-sized monster crawling on the grass.

Because the color of the monster was the same as the color of the grass, so it made it very difficult to see. It was very good camouflage. Just then, a green snake jumped up and attacked Katashi. He was about to bite Katashi with his large, sharp fangs.

Katashi is delighted to have beaten all of Green Frogman without any problems. After he defeated all the Green Frogman he said "I managed to defeat them without any problems! Although not as strong as I thought, but they are smart enough to attack with strategy. " Say Katashi with a smile. Katashi turned to look for Xi. When he had just turned around, he was startled by the presence of Xi behind him. " WOW! " Shouted Katashi.

" Brother! You surprised me! " Say Katashi complained.

Xi voiced out Katashi's grievances which shocked him. Xi said to Katashi. " I've been watching you since, it's good to focus on what's in front of you but you also have to pay attention around you too, look at this! " Said Xi.

At that moment Katashi looked down, when Katashi looked down, he was surprised by what was under Xi's feet. " that... The poisonous green snake! " Said Katashi.

" While it looks small and yet cannot be ignored, its poison is Fatal. If you get bitten by it, you'll be paralyzed for a while, and if you don't treat it quickly, you could die from the poison. " Said Xi. Xi continued saying "If you're in a party, if this snake bites a mage or healer on your team, I can confirm that it will surprise you, and your formation will definitely be broken. Think what would happen if it happened? " Subsequently Xi.

At that moment Katashi gasped in surprise until he fell silent. His sweaty face gradually turned pale at the thought of that. In his mind, it could already be imagined what would happen to him and his party if it really happened. Of course they will all be slaughtered by monsters.

After pondering about it, Katashi closed his eyes. Breathe deeply through his nose, then exhale slowly through his mouth. This was done to calm himself and his mind. Because of what he was thinking, what was on his mind just now had not happened. So such useless thoughts if kept in mind will only be a burden on his head that will make him stressed. So Katashi chooses to forget that, and will always remember what Xi said in his heart. Hoping that such an event would never happen to him, or his party.

" Thank you very much! I will always remember! " Katashi said sincerely while bowing at that moment.

Seeing that, Xi quickly replied to him by saying "It is not necessary to behave like that, after all we are brothers now? " Reply Xi calmly and casually.

Hearing those words made Katashi deeply moved and it was as if she wanted to cry when she heard it directly from Xi.

" okay... Stop that! There is an enemy approaching! " Said Xi while turning her face away from Katashi. Looking ahead with a sharp look.

" M-enemy!? " Task Katashi confusedly. He did not even feel anything, what else was the existence of the enemy around.

From the front, a place full of tall shrubs. At that time the bush moved like someone was moving it. Before long there was a sound of footsteps in great numbers.

From the bush, there appeared many wolves with sharp iron fangs running towards the two of them. The appearance of that group of wolves, obviously made Katashi very surprised. Because the number of wolves is more than 30 wolves.

" Woah! Steel Fang the giant!? " Shouted Katashi with a surprised look. " sister... The wolf is coming towards us! " Advanced Katashi while preparing to fight.

In that situation, Xi looked very calm and relaxed. It was like not caring for the group of Steel Fangs that came attacking the two of them.

" They're not our enemies, they're just running. " Say Xi told the wary Katashi.

As the words fell, Katashi was both shocked and confused by Xi's words. In addition, the wolves continued to run towards them, then passed through them just like that without caring about them at all.

" right... They ignored us! " Katashi said in his heart. In that case there was something awkward in Katashi's mind. Why did a group of Giant Steel Fang run away in fear. " If they run away scared... There are predators stronger than them! " Next Katashi in his heart. Along with that, there was the sound of trees falling down many times. It can be concluded by Katashi that the creature is a predator that makes a group of Steel Fang run away in fear.

The sound from the fallen tree continued to be heard by the two of them, the longer the sound produced the more clearly heard. It was a sign that the predator that scared the Steel Fang was near them. The terrible sound of breathing sounded extremely rude, the powerful leg pounding on the ground clearly heard his voice. It was so heavy that it made a trail at ground level.

Something large emerged from behind the bushes, his body large and 3 meters high. The color of his skin was red, and it was filled with mucus that enveloped his body. Walking with heavy footsteps while carrying a weapon in the form of a large wooden rod.

Katashi who saw the monster was surprised by its enormous size. Although not as big as a red demon, but the look of his face is very disgusting and looks more creepy. At that moment Katashi's gaze was extremely disgusted as she looked at him.

The Magus Forest was divided into three regions, and each of them had a powerful Race as its ruler, and one of them was a monster from the Frogman Race. From when the strongest Race existed in the magus forest, the Frogman Race was the second strongest and most Aggressive Race among the other two Races namely, the Lizardman and the Crocodilman.

The Frogman race is divided into three, the weakest is the Green Frogman, the average rank of the Green Frogman is D and only a handful can reach Rank C. And the second is the Blue Frogman, they're good at manning and every weapon they make is laced with crippling poison. Blue Frogman is adept at ambush strategy, and the average Rank of Blue Frogman is C+ - B. And the last of and is the strongest of the Frogman Race, is the Red Frogman, has a body size far above the average of the other Frogman, very greedy for food, and love to enslave the Frogman Race who are weaker than them. The power of the Red Frogman is far superior to that of the Blue Frogman. And the average Rank of Red Frogman is B+ - A.

With their great strength, it was clear that they were far fewer in number compared to the other two Frogman Races. But they are the pinnacle of the Frogman Race, in their territory there is no predator stronger than them, although they are few in number, but they are quite safe with their great strength.

" Red Frogman's... At least his Rank was at Rank B but, he was much stronger than ordinary Rank B... Be careful! " Say Xi to Katashi. Using the Steahlt skill to hide his presence from the Red Frogman.

" Am I going to face it alone? " Shouted Katashi in surprise because Xi left him alone.

" absolutely... I'll help you if you're in danger. Fight on! " Continue Xi then he disappeared and vanished along with the wind that blew. Encouraging Katashi in the shadows of the Magus forest.

When Xi disappeared, Red Frogman's gaze focused on Katashi who was there. Even though they were in the same Rank, Katashi could feel the distance between the two of them. In Katashi's view, he saw like a huge wall in front of him.

The Red Frogman attacked Katashi ferociously, using a sturdy wooden rod held in his hand. Katashi feels that the attack is dangerous, and is filled with the intention to kill. Rather than holding him back with his shield, Katashi preferred to dodge any Red Frogman attacks.

In that situation, Katashi was quite depressed because the Red Frogman always attacked him relentlessly. His face was full of sweat indicating that he was exhausted to continue avoiding every attack of the Red Frogman. However, simultaneously every swing from the Red Frogman attack slowed down.

Red Frogman attacks Katashi, but unknowingly misses his attack. Realizing the Red Frogman's attack slowed down, Katashi pushed the Red Frogman firmly using his shield. Making the Red Frogman have no time to pull his hand back. Katashi's powerful thrust sent the Red Frogman crashing to the ground.

The Red Frogman lay unable to move for a moment after being hit by a powerful thrust from Katashi.

Katashi jumped high, thrusting his sword at the chest of the Red Frogman lying on the ground. Katashi's sword pierced Red Frogman's chest, piercing through his slime-coated skin. Although it managed to injure Red Frogman, but it did not make him get fatal injuries. Because the Katashi sword thrust is not too strong, so it only penetrates the outer skin only and does not damage the slightest organ inside.

Red Frogman wakes up again, hitting Katashi with his hand. Because it is in a close distance and is in a slippery place. Katashi did not have time to avoid it, so he made himself severely affected by the attack.

Katashi crashed strong enough to hit a large tree there. When hit by an attack from the Red Frogman, it broke some of Katashi's ribs, making it difficult to move. Even Katashi becomes difficult to breathe because of this.

Katashi, who was sitting limp there, could only look at the rebuilt Red Frogman. Walking closer to him while carrying his large wooden trunk which he always carried.

" wuck... I can't move! If this continues, he can kill me easily! That can't happen! " Said Katashi in his heart who did not accept his situation at that time. He tried to stand up while holding the sword beside him, holding it with trembling hands, it was even difficult for him to hold it properly.

With trembling legs, Katashi stood up and pointed his sword at the Red Frogman. However, Red Frogman responded with a dismissive smile. Looking down on Katashi who was already exhausted and could not even do anything more.

Red Frogman continued to jab slowly - the ground while showing his arrogant face. Stare at the disdain of Katashi who is already helpless and has no chance of winning from him anymore. Just then, a voice fell down and made both of them shocked when they heard it.

" I didn't know that Red Frogman was so arrogant, even to the point of underestimating my brother. " Contactly after the words fell, both of them were shocked. Right behind Katashi stood Xi there leaning beside the big tree. Xi went on to say, "If you were the only one, Katashi would have won one-on-one against you if you weren't exhausted. But, since he's hurt now, let someone else face you. " Subsequently Xi. Darkness shot out from Xi's body, revealing a large-sword Knight who carried a shield and sword in his hand.

[SIELD Level: 7] Rank: Elite Master (Hidden Master) ]

" It's time, Katashi's good attention - good. Look well, I will show you how to use the sword and shield! " Say Xi casually while leaning back.

Katashi gulped his saliva, nodding obediently. While enduring the pain she was in due to the injuries she suffered, Katashi gave a sharp look and focused on the black Knight who was in front of her who was about to face off against the Red Frogman.

" SIELD, make sure you show him something good. " Say Xi to SIELD.

SIELD looked over and nodded in understanding. At that time, Red Frogman attacked SIELD with his hard wooden rod. With full force and without hesitation, the Red Frogman attacked SIELD.

SIELD swung its shield very quickly, colliding with Red Frogman's log. When the two weapons meet, the Red Frogman's weapon is instantly shattered to shapelessness when it collides with SIELD's shield.

Seeing the incident, it clearly made Katashi open his eyes wide. He was very astonished to see such an unreasonable occurrence.

At that time, Xi explained, "I saw you fighting against the Green Frogman earlier, you were too focused on using your shield to defend and attack using a sword. I admit it's not bad, but it's good. But a shield is not a tool to protect yourself. You saw what SIELD was doing, jamming the enemy's attack with a counterattack. The shield is strong, and the shield can destroy weapons belonging to the enemy. " Explain Xi by what he sees and what he always observes from every fight that occurs.

" Then don't swing your sword at first, but use your wits in the fight to figure out your enemy's weakness. " Subsequently Xi. Simultaneously, SIELD attacked the Red Frogman on his left arm. The Red Frogman loses the one arm he always relied on for defense and impromptu attacks. " Think of a way to make a gap, and give them a surprise attack. Fighting is not only testing strength, but also testing intelligence. Because every step you take will have an effect on the outcome of your fight. " Subsequently Xi.

At that moment, SIELD attacked both legs of Red Frogman firmly. Red Frogman fell down and could not get up again because his leg veins had been cut off by the SIELD sword slash.

SIELD ended the fight by sticking his sword right in the Red Frogman's head. In that fight, Katashi was greatly amazed - amazed at the fighting prowess of SIELD. In the fight Katashi always pay attention to SIELD very well. " It was just so great... The movement is perfect and no movement is wasted. It was powerful and incredible, so this was the real battle of the sword master and shield! " Katashi said in amazement - amazed as he watched the incredible fight before his own eyes. After watching the SIELD fight, Katashi became even more excited to become even stronger. He wanted to achieve a satisfactory result, and reached the point where he would become the best Tank in the Hallnas Kingdom.

" You've seen it, haven't you? Now stand up, take your sword and lift your shield and face them! " Said Xi while encouraging Katashi. At that time, he gave a potion to Katashi. It is a potion that can heal various types of wounds suffered.

Katashi eagerly picked it up, then opened the potion bottle cover and drank the contents. Instantly when he finished drinking the potion, all the wounds he suffered disappeared. It was like he had never gotten such injuries before.

" I'll do it! " Katashi said in high spirits like a burning fire. Clenched his hands tightly. Prove that he has a very big fighting spirit.

Time passes very quickly. Three days had passed in the Magus forest. Near the swamp, there were countless corpses of Green Frogman and Blue Frogman, and there were several corpses of Red Frogman lying where - where. The death of the monsters was clearly visible, there were many sword slashes and several blows from something hard that left some parts broken and even destroyed.

The sound of the shields being hit sounded very loud. Seen not far from where they were, Katashi was fighting against the Red Frogman alone. Katashi seems to have been very proficient in using the shield as well as the sword that became his weapon. At that time he easily toppled the Red Frogman in just one hard push, and made the ribs of the Red Frogman crushed.

[Katashi ] Rank: A. Level 99. Exp :50,000. Class : Tankers.

From a distance, Xi who saw Katashi could kill Red Frogman easily, he smiled slightly. Now Katashi's ability cannot be underestimated, even he could be comparable or higher than the elite members of various Guilds in Hallnas country.

" His development is very fast, it is indeed worthy to become the best Tanker in the future. " Say Xi was amazed to see Katashi's rapid development. " It has been three days in this forest, the government must have continued to come to the inn where I live... Hmmmm. " Said Xi in his heart. Sitting leisurely on top of a tree while thinking of something.

While thinking, he also watched Katashi from a distance. Not the slightest bit of Xi lost her sight of the distant Katashi. Simultaneously, something crept closer to him. Something large shows its shape. Hissing quietly, opening his mouth wide - wide prepared to pounce on Xi from behind.

However, he had not had time to attack, first Xi caught him with only one hand. He held the fangs of the great tree snake, and pulled them. Dropping him down casually was like throwing away something worthless in the slightest.

He thought for a long time, Xi also got an idea. " Since the royal side is constantly sending people to look for me, it must be his goal to keep me in the Hallnas kingdom. Since I don't want to continue living there, I'd better make Katashi a noble. With his abilities now, I don't think it's a problem for him to take my place in the kingdom. " Said Xi in her heart who was intending to raise the Katashi family's Status to become a noble family. The reason Xi refused him to become a noble in a kingdom was because he did not want his freedom to be seized by someone. He is not one who wants to be commanded by others, only himself can rule himself. And there is a goal that Xi wants to achieve, which is to save his mother who is sealed, and look for the existence of the gods and their messengers to kill. Recalling what Bahamut said to him at that moment, a strange feeling arose in his heart. It was a deep feeling of anger and revenge.

Xi descended from his spot, landing smoothly on the ground without making the slightest sound. Then, he walked over to Katashi who was fighting against the Green Frogman.

As he got closer, Xi said, " Hey Katashi, are you done? " Tanya Xi to Katashi.

Hearing that, Katashi was very happy. He walked up to Xi like a child. " Yes, I'm done! What's up, brother? " Katashi answered while asking Xi.

" I'm getting straight to the point... I'll make you into a noble family. " Answer Xi.

Katashi was silent, his mind was difficult to digest what Xi said. " HUH? " Katashi was confused by what Xi said. " Make me a noble? " Task Katashi.

Xi responded by nodding his head, confirming what he had said earlier.

Seeing Xi's response, Katashi was shocked. Because what Xi said was something that was impossible for ordinary people like him to do. Moreover, being a noble family must have several advantages and also advantages. Not only that, performance is also needed to become a noble family.

" Yeah? That's not possible! Being a noble is impossible for me! " Shouted Katashi very loudly. It was so loud, it even made Xi close his ears as Katashi shouted.