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Chapter 401
chapter 320 part 1
Chapter 318: The Confident Nigun; It's Not Necessarily a Good Thing for Her to Follow Me
The atmosphere instantly turned cold.
"Seven-Colored Scales" Kōkosh lightly lifted his snake head. The dazzling scales on his face faintly reflected light as his scarlet snake pupils looked down upon the three humans before him.
This alliance with the humans was, in a way, a move born of desperation.
"Sigh."
Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" sighed deeply in his heart.
Individually, their demi-humans were strong, but they were no match for that Death Knight and the powerful magic caster who controlled the undead. A great number of demi-humans and even entire races had died at their hands, only to be turned into undead.
Unable to deal with these two enemies, they could only cower in a corner.
Gagaran had gone to request aid from the humans, a move opposed by many of the surviving Demi-human Tribes, but Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" could only silently acquiesce.
He held the attitude of grasping at straws.
He didn't think the humans would care about the life or death of the demi-humans in the Abelion Hills, much less believe that the Sacred Kingdom possessed the power to defeat that formidable magic caster.
However—
The humans actually came!
Instead of feeling pleasantly surprised, Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" felt a deep-seated suspicion and vigilance.
The fact that these humans were here could only mean one thing: they were confident they could defeat the enemy!
The humans actually possessed such power?
Under these circumstances, how could Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" possibly allow this human woman before him to easily approach the demi-human gathering place.
Seeing the atmosphere grow increasingly tense, Tang Zheng turned to Gagaran. "This is different from what we discussed at the start."
"We're here to provide support. Perhaps there have been issues between humans and demi-humans in the past, but now our common enemy is the undead."
Tang Zheng knew that this was the right time for him to communicate with Gagaran to break the rigid atmosphere.
Gagaran was also somewhat displeased with Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales." The Human Faction had just been attacked; how could he be so antagonistic at a time like this?
"I also think it's inappropriate," Gagaran said.
"In that case."
Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" flicked his forked red snake tongue. He did not refute them, but instead continued along the same line of thought, "That mysterious magic caster hasn't appeared recently. I'm worried a more dangerous situation might arise."
"That's why I'm a bit anxious."
"If that's the case, then esteemed humans, you can rest here for the time being. We will also station ourselves here to prevent another attack by the undead."
Following this, the two sides once again exchanged words, probing each other.
But Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" never relented on the matter of bringing Tang Zheng and the others to the demi-human gathering place.
In the end!
The discussion concluded with a strong start and a weak finish, with both sides clearly distrusting each other completely.
Tang Zheng, Kelart, and Nigun headed back towards the human forces.
"Leader Tang, thank you for your potion."
Kelart's cold expression vanished as she spoke with gratitude, "If it weren't for your healing potion, my sister... In any case, I will report your merit to Her Highness the Holy Queen."
"Also, please don't take my sister's words to heart. She has a very direct personality and doesn't actually hold any ill will toward you personally."
"As long as Captain Remedios can recover, that's what matters. She's an indispensable part of our combat force."
Tang Zheng gently waved his hand. "The problem now is the Demi-human Faction, and what our next move should be."
"Heh!"
Captain Nigun sneered, a cold glint in his expressionless eyes. "We've basically figured out the enemy's information. The evil organization Zuranon, aside from its Alliance Leader, has the Twelve Apostles under its command."
"The two who appeared earlier are two of the Twelve Apostles."
"Given that they sent two of them and also deployed a Death Knight, I suspect the other members of the Apostles are not in the Abelion Hills."
At this moment, Captain Nigun finally shed his usual taciturn demeanor, revealing a cold and ruthless appearance.
"Leader Tang and Captain Kelart should have also seen the Death Knight's performance."
Captain Nigun's black eyes looked at the two of them.
These two before him!
Kelart, needless to say, represented the Sacred Kingdom.
The one Captain Nigun truly needed to take seriously was this leader of the adventurer team, Free Will.
It was the first time he had seen a method capable of summoning two Fourth Tier angels!
Captain Nigun was incredibly surprised. Even with his power, he could only summon one.
Fourth Tier angels were high-tier angels!
Especially the Dominion Authority, with an offense-to-defense ratio of three to seven, it was the monster with the strongest defense among summoning magic of the same tier.
As far as Captain Nigun knew, the number of people who could defeat a Dominion Authority was extremely limited.
Clementine, that powerful and arrogant monster, couldn't easily break through the defense of a Dominion Authority.
Even if his innate ability, "Summon Monster Enhancement," boosted the power of a Fourth Tier angel, it couldn't compare to the might of Tang Zheng summoning two at once.
The other party was also a genius alchemist!
Such strength definitely belonged to a powerful individual who had stepped into the domain of heroes.
In the Slane Theocracy, he would have no problem serving as a captain of a Scripture Unit, and might even be recruited into the Black Scripture.
A genius and powerhouse like that.
Captain Nigun naturally placed Tang Zheng on an equal, or even higher, footing than Kelart.
"The Death Knight is indeed terrifying, but since we can suppress it for a short time, its threat to us is not that great."
Captain Nigun continued, "Therefore, the real threat is actually the Alliance Leader of Zuranon. It's fine since that group of demi-humans knows their location."
"I will deal with the Death Knight!"
An expression of surprise appeared on Kelart's face. This was not feigned, but genuine astonishment.
She was surprised by Nigun's sudden declaration, and she also understood the hidden meaning in his words.
The Theocracy had actually allowed him to carry an item beyond standard specifications!
Although Kelart had long suspected this, hearing Captain Nigun indirectly admit it still made her expression tremble.
Tang Zheng's eyes flickered.
This didn't quite match the attitude Captain Nigun had been showing. Did he change his initial plan after the brief exchange with the demi-humans?
After speaking, Captain Nigun offered no further explanation. With a cold and arrogant expression, he strode away, returning to the Sunlight Scripture unit.
Quietly watching Captain Nigun's back.
"Leader Tang, you don't seem too surprised?" A faint smile touched the corners of Kelart's long, narrow eyes as she spoke softly.
"Surprised?"
"I just had a few suspicions, that's all."
Tang Zheng gave a carefree smile, appearing somewhat nonchalant, yet not lacking in curiosity.
"I know Gazef from the Kingdom. He's a commoner genius who defeated all his opponents in the Royal Tournament through his own ability."
"He should have received a knighthood, but due to the nobles' obstruction, the King created a new title and position of 'Warrior Captain.' To compensate Gazef, he was specially permitted to use a National Treasure."
"It's a very powerful—even unimaginably powerful—magic item."
Chapter 318: The Confident Nigun; It's Not Necessarily a Good Thing for Her to Follow Me
The atmosphere instantly turned cold.
"Seven-Colored Scales" Kōkosh lightly lifted his snake head. The dazzling scales on his face faintly reflected light as his scarlet snake pupils looked down upon the three humans before him.
This alliance with the humans was, in a way, a move born of desperation.
"Sigh."
Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" sighed deeply in his heart.
Individually, their demi-humans were strong, but they were no match for that Death Knight and the powerful magic caster who controlled the undead. A great number of demi-humans and even entire races had died at their hands, only to be turned into undead.
Unable to deal with these two enemies, they could only cower in a corner.
Gagaran had gone to request aid from the humans, a move opposed by many of the surviving Demi-human Tribes, but Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" could only silently acquiesce.
He held the attitude of grasping at straws.
He didn't think the humans would care about the life or death of the demi-humans in the Abelion Hills, much less believe that the Sacred Kingdom possessed the power to defeat that formidable magic caster.
However—
The humans actually came!
Instead of feeling pleasantly surprised, Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" felt a deep-seated suspicion and vigilance.
The fact that these humans were here could only mean one thing: they were confident they could defeat the enemy!
The humans actually possessed such power?
Under these circumstances, how could Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" possibly allow this human woman before him to easily approach the demi-human gathering place.
Seeing the atmosphere grow increasingly tense, Tang Zheng turned to Gagaran. "This is different from what we discussed at the start."
"We're here to provide support. Perhaps there have been issues between humans and demi-humans in the past, but now our common enemy is the undead."
Tang Zheng knew that this was the right time for him to communicate with Gagaran to break the rigid atmosphere.
Gagaran was also somewhat displeased with Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales." The Human Faction had just been attacked; how could he be so antagonistic at a time like this?
"I also think it's inappropriate," Gagaran said.
"In that case."
Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" flicked his forked red snake tongue. He did not refute them, but instead continued along the same line of thought, "That mysterious magic caster hasn't appeared recently. I'm worried a more dangerous situation might arise."
"That's why I'm a bit anxious."
"If that's the case, then esteemed humans, you can rest here for the time being. We will also station ourselves here to prevent another attack by the undead."
Following this, the two sides once again exchanged words, probing each other.
But Kōkosh of the "Seven-Colored Scales" never relented on the matter of bringing Tang Zheng and the others to the demi-human gathering place.
In the end!
The discussion concluded with a strong start and a weak finish, with both sides clearly distrusting each other completely.
Tang Zheng, Kelart, and Nigun headed back towards the human forces.
"Leader Tang, thank you for your potion."
Kelart's cold expression vanished as she spoke with gratitude, "If it weren't for your healing potion, my sister... In any case, I will report your merit to Her Highness the Holy Queen."
"Also, please don't take my sister's words to heart. She has a very direct personality and doesn't actually hold any ill will toward you personally."
"As long as Captain Remedios can recover, that's what matters. She's an indispensable part of our combat force."
Tang Zheng gently waved his hand. "The problem now is the Demi-human Faction, and what our next move should be."
"Heh!"
Captain Nigun sneered, a cold glint in his expressionless eyes. "We've basically figured out the enemy's information. The evil organization Zuranon, aside from its Alliance Leader, has the Twelve Apostles under its command."
"The two who appeared earlier are two of the Twelve Apostles."
"Given that they sent two of them and also deployed a Death Knight, I suspect the other members of the Apostles are not in the Abelion Hills."
At this moment, Captain Nigun finally shed his usual taciturn demeanor, revealing a cold and ruthless appearance.
"Leader Tang and Captain Kelart should have also seen the Death Knight's performance."
Captain Nigun's black eyes looked at the two of them.
These two before him!
Kelart, needless to say, represented the Sacred Kingdom.
The one Captain Nigun truly needed to take seriously was this leader of the adventurer team, Free Will.
It was the first time he had seen a method capable of summoning two Fourth Tier angels!
Captain Nigun was incredibly surprised. Even with his power, he could only summon one.
Fourth Tier angels were high-tier angels!
Especially the Dominion Authority, with an offense-to-defense ratio of three to seven, it was the monster with the strongest defense among summoning magic of the same tier.
As far as Captain Nigun knew, the number of people who could defeat a Dominion Authority was extremely limited.
Clementine, that powerful and arrogant monster, couldn't easily break through the defense of a Dominion Authority.
Even if his innate ability, "Summon Monster Enhancement," boosted the power of a Fourth Tier angel, it couldn't compare to the might of Tang Zheng summoning two at once.
The other party was also a genius alchemist!
Such strength definitely belonged to a powerful individual who had stepped into the domain of heroes.
In the Slane Theocracy, he would have no problem serving as a captain of a Scripture Unit, and might even be recruited into the Black Scripture.
A genius and powerhouse like that.
Captain Nigun naturally placed Tang Zheng on an equal, or even higher, footing than Kelart.
"The Death Knight is indeed terrifying, but since we can suppress it for a short time, its threat to us is not that great."
Captain Nigun continued, "Therefore, the real threat is actually the Alliance Leader of Zuranon. It's fine since that group of demi-humans knows their location."
"I will deal with the Death Knight!"
An expression of surprise appeared on Kelart's face. This was not feigned, but genuine astonishment.
She was surprised by Nigun's sudden declaration, and she also understood the hidden meaning in his words.
The Theocracy had actually allowed him to carry an item beyond standard specifications!
Although Kelart had long suspected this, hearing Captain Nigun indirectly admit it still made her expression tremble.
Tang Zheng's eyes flickered.
This didn't quite match the attitude Captain Nigun had been showing. Did he change his initial plan after the brief exchange with the demi-humans?
After speaking, Captain Nigun offered no further explanation. With a cold and arrogant expression, he strode away, returning to the Sunlight Scripture unit.
Quietly watching Captain Nigun's back.
"Leader Tang, you don't seem too surprised?" A faint smile touched the corners of Kelart's long, narrow eyes as she spoke softly.
"Surprised?"
"I just had a few suspicions, that's all."
Tang Zheng gave a carefree smile, appearing somewhat nonchalant, yet not lacking in curiosity.
"I know Gazef from the Kingdom. He's a commoner genius who defeated all his opponents in the Royal Tournament through his own ability."
"He should have received a knighthood, but due to the nobles' obstruction, the King created a new title and position of 'Warrior Captain.' To compensate Gazef, he was specially permitted to use a National Treasure."
"It's a very powerful—even unimaginably powerful—magic item."
