Chapter 439: [ A strange Man ]

Rena Lygos was on their way back to the Water City Harbor when they were suddenly attacked by a large group of Ogres. Due to how tough and powerful these monsters were, their guards were annihilated in just a few minutes, leaving only the three of them alive.

Well, since Ogres were at least Mid King rank monsters, it would be hard killing it. Killing one would even need someone to be at the Emperor Realm but, with a group of those monsters, it’s no wonder they were defeated.

It seems like they never expected to be attacked by a large group of high-level monsters along the way. As the group was quite leisurely camping in the dark, caught off guard and then, one by one killed.

From what Rena had said, the people accompanying her were at least Initial King Realm and Veda and her sister Vera were Peak King Rank Realm. But, they were easily defeated due to the number of the enemies. Besides, Rena was captured and then used as a hostage.

For additional information, Rena was an initial King Realm warrior. Though, since she was inexperienced in fighting, she was at most weaker than normal King Realm experts.

They had already resigned to their fates and Rena had even steeled herself to kill herself when she had the opportunity to, to protect her purity. Fortunately, they had encountered Allen. The person who had given them the second life they seek for.

"… All dead." Rena sobbed, "The monsters went insane when hunting the knights. In order to protect me, they all sacrificed themselves, boohoo…" Rena kneeled on the ground, crying loudly while Veda and Vera embraced her.

Although it was extremely inappropriate for them to make noise in the middle of the forest, they were probably scared sh*tless by the incident. So Allen let them be and could only scratch the back of his head in helplessness.

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Allen wore a bamboo hat to obstruct the scorching sun and a black windbreaker with printed red clouds. His appearance resembled certain attire from a ninja organization from somewhere.

Due to his ability, [ Cloth Transmigration ] he can create numerous clothes to his liking.

And right now, he was in the mood to cosplay—no, it should be said that this was the prologue of Akatsuki to appear in this world.

Having left the place where Allen had killed the Ogres, he and the two other women were being guided by Veda and were walking on a thin path in the forest. It was the road they had taken when they were captured by the Ogres.

“Just a little further ahead is where our encounter with the Ogres...”

“Okay,”

Allen and Veda were in the front. Right behind him was Rena and a few meters after she was Vera, bringing up the rear.

“But, Sir, what are you doing in this kind of place?”

“Oh? Is this an interrogation or friendly inquiry?”

“Of, of course, there’s nothing behind it. I, I just want to know… that’s all…” Veda stuttered and seemed to be in a panic. Although it was just a nonchalant reply with no intent whatsoever judging from her sudden reaction, it seems like she was thinking quite rudely…

“… …” seeing her like this, Allen’s lips curled into a grin. Not that he cared~

“I’m sorry, sir Sol, Veda was acting like this because of my safety… she didn’t mean anything bad…” Rena who was following them immediately said her apology. She sent Veda a reproachful gaze in which the latter can only smile wryly.

In Allen’s point of view, it was really quite a rude inquiry judging by their situation. Of course, it was a light offense but Rena can’t let Allen be felt offended. Their lives are on his palms right now…

What if he does something against them right now, they would surely be helpless!

Allen smiled faintly. He then raised his hand and under Veda’s stunned gaze, Allen patted her head.

“I’m just joking…” He laughed heartily. After doing this, Allen turned around and continued walking leaving the confused people who had stayed rooted to their spot.

“… …” Veda subconsciously placed his hand into where Allen had touched and her face slightly blushed.

“I’m just a mercenary, that’s all.” As she was in a daze, Allen’s voice rang out. “I was on my way to Water City…”

“A mercenary?” Rena asked doubtfully. According to Allen’s power, being a mercenary was a bit waste… don’t you think?

Besides, they had never heard about a strong mercenary by the name Sol Cris before….

Allen’s steps were light and casual as if he was just walking in the garden of his own house while the others were filled with anxiety and unease.

With this, one can see the vast difference in demeanor and confidence.

Allen indeed has the demeanor and attitude of a strong person!

He has no fear…

After they traveled a few dozen meters, they had finally reached the place.

There were no corpses in the place, probably been eaten or dragged by monsters deep into the forest already. But, Allen can see some bloodstains.

Although they were not new anymore and had already solidified but it was indeed this place as some broken things were discovered loitering on the ground.

Rena and the others had also recognized these things and after reaching this place, Rena and the other two women broke down into tears once again. Ah, women…

Their companions’ death and the experience they had, recalling them all brought pain in their hearts.

From what he had heard from Rena and the others, there were still a few days of traveling in order to reach the Water City Harbor and it was already deep in the night. Thus, Allen decided to make camp for the rest of the night.

Seeing the women’s condition, Allen can only yield.

If it was just him, he could actually continue but since he was not alone now—he could only change his plan.

Allen sat at a big tree about ten meters away from the cuddling three women, touching the ring on his fingers, and retrieving some food and water to eat.

The three women continued to cry a while more, only after a few minutes they stopped and wiped their tears. Then, when they saw Allen eating and drinking without a care about them, they couldn’t help but swallow their saliva. Due to them crying a moment ago, they suddenly felt hungry.

“Ahm, Sir Sol…” As if she couldn’t endure any more, Rena followed by Veda and Vera walked towards Allen and with an ashamed face, she continued; “Ahm, do you have some spare food…? I, I will surely repay you when we arrived… I”

Rena was stuttering due to shame. Seeing her like this, Allen can’t help but chuckle causing Rena to feel like digging holes to jump into.

“No need, just eat,” Allen waved his hand and the two rings on his fingers flashed. In an instant, in front of him, several dishes appeared.

“You, you have a storage ring?! And you even have two!” Rena as well Veda and Vera stood surprised at the two rings on Allen’s hands. Don’t tell me, these two rings were… storage rings!!?

What is the background of this man? Now they were suddenly really interested!

How did he possess such a fascinating magical treasure that even large clans were eager to have!

Then, is he a scion of a large Clan?

Judging from the surface, the three of them were willing to believe that Allen was a normal young prince, probably even a young prince of a very large and powerful clan…!

Probably, he was traveling to acquire experience, some large clans and families often do that.

Allen shrugs but didn’t explain anything. These two rings were, of course, the rings Eerika had given him. With the Summoning Grimoire within his body, he had absolutely no need for storage rings. He had only put on these two storage rings given by Eerika to pull the wool over the others’ eyes as well as honor Eerika’s loving intention and show her that he was extremely happy for her concern.

With this, although it will still cause some shock but they would just think that Allen came from a large clan. After all, although rare, it wasn’t that uncommon…

The two rings were filled with nothing but clothes and food. As for important items and equipment, it was on the Summoning Grimoire instead.

Crackle!

The moon was like a silver plate that hung in the distant sky. The cool moonlight scattered down, covering the entire forest with a faint layer of silver yarn.

This layer was unusually beautiful under the dark sky, appearing exceptionally obscure and mysterious.

There was a faint bonfire that was rising within the lush, green forest. The red-colored firelight was extremely eye-catching in the deep dark woods.

Crackle! The bonfire popped and cracked as it burned.

There were no wolves howling in the forest.

A chilly wind started blowing in the forest, which seemed to pierce through the branches as if they were made out of the smoke, and everyone shivered from the creeping cold behind their backs.

The three women had never spent the night in the wilds like this, no guards, no knights, no protective barrier—no luxurious campsite with only flames as the protective charm. Thus, the darting shadows in this foggy forest made them quite jumpy every now and then. Each shadow that moved was like a frightening monster in their eyes.

Fear crept for the unknown.

“… …”

But a single voice calmed them in an instant.

“Drink this and calm yourself,”

As Rena gulped down the drink Allen had held out to her, she could feel the moisture and sweetness spreading across her parched throat.

“Thank you,”

Allen smiled.

Due to the brightness of the fire, Allen’s faint smile was seen and deeply imprinted in the three women’s eyes. Those eyes. Bright and akin to that of beautiful high-class rubies with slitted eyes similar to that of serpents. So astonishingly beautiful, captivating…

Outer corners turned up. And a smile is seen in them.

In a mesmerizingly low and warm voice, he told her, “Please don’t bother yourself regarding thanks. This is what I ought to do… and besides, there is still quite a day tomorrow, is better if you calm down and rest….” After saying this, he turned around and went to a secluded corner…

Rena’s heart skips a beat. She did not know to say. All she knew was that she was especially nervous right now, so nervous that she did not dare speak.

He was certainly a strange man…

Allen adjusted the bamboo hat to cover his eyes and slept.

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