The last headhunter

Chapter 21 Shadow
Unexpectedly, it makes sense.

Although the news came too suddenly, it was not hard to accept.

As expected, the appearance of the death knight is just some kind of provocation—the prying eyes of mysterious monsters, and the ferocious threat and intimidation from the undead army.

It is not difficult to imagine how long those dark lords who are still hidden in the darkness, who only bring plague and death, have waited for this moment.

what is the reason?Why pick this node?Why did the peace that lasted for hundreds of years be destroyed in an instant?
This is incomprehensible to a fledgling teenager.Although he could feel that the conspiracy was constantly brewing and being born, he still couldn't appreciate the tension and chaos when the evil and the virus spread.The blow of the undead to human beings is devastating. They will never give up until they eat up all human beings. Even if you kneel down and beg for mercy, the bloodthirsty and madness as programmed will only make those inhumans whose limbs are torn to pieces and faces distorted. The monster rushed forward and bit your fragile body unceremoniously.

Flesh and blood flew everywhere, full of remains of limbs, full of desperate screams.

This is a war against the undead.It is also the atrocity most feared by mankind.

Today, such horror scenes will reappear in the light of day.

Lamenting silently like this, the young man felt a strange gaze.

It was from Michele, still on crutches in a nonchalant manner, who was looking at him meaningfully.

"It seems that your arrival has created a storm, child."

"What do you mean? The appearance of the undead is because of me?"

It was as if a thorn had been pierced into my heart, and it made my whole body tremble.

"There won't be so many unexplained coincidences in the world. And all experiences and encounters are arranged otherwise. Think about how many legends you have witnessed in your story up to now."

"The super-powerful monster Flame Whisperer, the traveling elemental hero Samuel, the threat of Judgment Blade, the dispatch of SSS-level commissions, the appearance of Kursk, and even the death knight have descended on this small town of Oan."

"This is an epic adventure that I may not be able to experience for more than fifty years. Then you only used it for a few days?"

"Honorable headhunter. The inheritor of history. Your legend may have just begun. The future can be expected."

It was a moment of speechlessness.The white-haired old man in front of him possessed unimaginable wisdom.The legends, knowledge, and secret books he has collected are like carrying the secret palace of knowledge of the entire kingdom by his side.Every word he said is some kind of enlightenment and guidance. The appearance, territory, and background of the whole world are all the views and conclusions drawn by Michelle teaching teenagers.

And at this moment, his words seemed to awaken the dreamer.The boy took out the mysterious classic that had been handed down since birth from his pouch. The ancient text on it was still unreadable, but it always seemed to remind the boy to do things that others could not do at all.

To strive to achieve a life that no one else can achieve.

But is he really qualified?The five mercenaries who worked so hard to find all dispersed under the influence of the undead attack. How could it be possible to complete the SSS level commission?

"But Senior Michelle. Like this ancient book that cannot be read, our future may still remain a mystery."

The boy smiled helplessly.

"It's like I don't know where we're going next."

At this moment, the news of the undead's invasion was already raging in the city, and it seemed that no one cared about the tavern in the shadows that had been forgotten by history.The turmoil caused by the teenager has become irrelevant in the test of life and death.This is why Rick and Mimeng no longer care about the fate of the teenagers.

The streets are full of people of all colors running around, and some of them are even carrying ferocious beasts to attack.The flying dust becomes shimmering and bright under the setting sun of Shenxi Mountain.And at nightfall, it was supposed to be the time when the undead surged out of the cemetery and devoured the single human beings outside the city.If there is panic and turmoil in the city, causing a group of people to flee to the outside of the city, the consequences will be unimaginable, and the undead will be further multiplied.

They are born from corpses, and rely on new corpses to become more wandering spirits.

Facing such a monster, just a few of them have no chance of winning.

At this moment, Mal's expression was very complicated.

Since being exposed by Rick and Misty, Mal has been extremely depressed.It is true that he knows his disgraceful experience, but he has been unwilling to accept it.He has always thought that he is a high-level adventurer who has obtained the intermediate knight qualification certificate. He can even accept the assessment of the provincial knight order and enjoy public office treatment in the next step, and he will no longer have to deal with the endless elemental monsters and undead zombies. deal with.But he has always wanted to make a good impression on people who don't know him, as long as he can wash away those past sins, he can stand up better.

It's just that maybe anyone who knows him has already recognized what he is, and maybe his dignity is no longer worth mentioning.

But even so, he still has a job to do.

He had to make something happen, which was related to the bounty of [-] Luoan coins and the "more opportunities" promised by the benefactor.

So for that purpose he has to recover from his lows and he has to tell the teenager too.

you must--

"Let's go and complete that commission."

Mal said so calmly.

"What. Are you crazy?"

Deman, who had been silent all this time, suddenly looked angry.Although he has always heard about Maer's scandal, he can't imagine that this person has gone to this extreme!

He can give up his life for money, and even wants to kill his teammates!
"Just for that bounty? Just to go to the capital to meet the seemingly noble king, don't you care if you lose your life?"

"When your body is eaten up by monsters, do you still have the energy to think about your fame and glory?"

"Don't worry, Deman. I'm grateful for your staying, but at least listen to what people have to say before making an evaluation. Since we haven't disbanded the team yet, let's hear Mal's reason."

The young man raised his head slightly, his clear eyes flickering with light.

"You said you want to complete this commission with only the four of us? Senior Michelle and I have no combat capabilities. Can you and Deman alone deal with unknown dangers?"

"Of course I have my reasons for suggesting that. First, the undead's attack at this moment is likely to distract Auan's attention, secretly dispose of the food they looted, and cover up the identity of the mysterious lord. Missed This opportunity, perhaps we will never know who is the powerful being capable of slaughtering the convoy and taking the food. This is a great opportunity. And the information will be very valuable. To establish our prestige, this trip we must go."

"Secondly, about the risk. My idea is different. The risk of this operation is extremely low. The lord must have decided that we will support the outposts and not take a surprise attack. If they are unprepared, they will definitely be able to mobilize most of the main force. After we have successfully detected all the information we need, we will safely evacuate and receive the reward. Such a generous reward is enough for us to be rich and prosperous for the rest of our lives."

"No matter in terms of benefits or risks, I think it is necessary to complete this commission."

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The young man pondered his words carefully.Admittedly, from the perspective of logic and expectations, Marr's words are not unreasonable.If the bet is successful, his first step as a headhunter will be perfect and smooth.If the purpose of the undead is really like this, the information of the identity of the mysterious lord will be invaluable and insurmountable.There are too many things that can be exchanged for this as a pledge.

Is it really worth risking your life just for such a guess?
What if what lies ahead is beyond redemption?What if the only fate that awaits us is death?
Being eaten, resurrected, and then wailing in agony without IQ, lying on the ground, continuing to eat other human beings
Can I accept such a fate?
The gazes of the three were all focused on the young man at this moment.

It would be a life-or-death decision, everyone's fate - not just his.

Senior Riel.my hero.If faced with this situation, would you choose to gamble everything?

The boy turned to the first page of the ancient book.He tried his best to see something from those distorted ancient characters, but he still couldn't understand anything.

"Senior Michelle. Maybe, I need you to answer for me, can you help me translate the content of the first page? Just the first page is enough."

"Even this first page—nearly twenty Altarion characters—would take nearly a night."

Michel stared at the ancient texts that seemed to contain intense magical energy, and sighed softly.

"I'll help you. And I always will. It's just that sooner or later you'll have to find a way to translate these ancient texts quickly. Relying on human power is always painfully slow."

As he spoke, he took the ancient book from the boy and bowed slightly.

"Dear headhunter, I hope you can find the answer you want from it."

Deman seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, and sat across the creaking rocking chair in the tavern.And Mal's face was calm, and he sat down slowly.

Now the only one with the most complicated mood is the teenager.He always felt the layering and gathering of shadows, and the silent threat coming.This fear made him feel restless.

He thought about it carefully, trying to find the reason for this feeling.

The cold air was mixed with heavy breathing.

And his thinking suddenly stagnated in the boiling figure in the shadows.

In an instant, the figure that was walking slowly stood beside him.

"It's not too late."

"Your life, for the book in the old man's hand."

(End of this chapter)