Chapter 337
"Mr. Lucky Knight, the problem with Kazimierz is not just about deviating from Knight traditions. It's rotten at its root and there's no way to recover."
"That's not necessarily true."
Upon hearing Shi Lei say he had a solution, Maena showed no delight. To defy the rules within the rules is inherently incredibly difficult. To completely eradicate the rotten core of the problem is an impossible task.
Remembering that the Lucky Knight had secretly protected his niece, Maena willingly played the straight man, following up on the topic with a question:
"So what should we do?"
"Just do it this way, like this, like this."
As Shining walked through a dimly lit alley, two Infected Knight suddenly rushed out:
"Damn it, are you an assassin from the Armored Unarmored Alliance? I killed... wait, she's not Kuranta, she's Sarkaz? You, who are you?"
"Sir, I have no hostility. The Armored Unarmored Alliance that was besieging you has already left."
A refugee in the shadows spoke up to add:
"I just saw those few people scare away the leader of the Armored Unarmored Alliance assassins."
"What? You, you actually dare to oppose the Armored Unarmored Alliance? Just who are you people?"
"We are doctors from Rhodes Island."
"Two Sarkaz doctors? Ha, that's outrageous, so outrageous it almost sounds like the truth. So, what do you want from saving us?"
"We don't want to do anything, sir. If you need treatment, you can find Rhodes Island medical centers in the city, and we will provide free treatment."
In that instant, a complex mix of emotions, including surprise and doubt, flashed across the Infected Knight's face:
"Free? Ha! Free things are often the most expensive! You liars, don't even think about fooling us!"
Shining had witnessed countless scenes like this, so it was perfectly normal for her to have doubts. Sometimes, even she couldn't believe that a charitable organization like Rhodes Island existed.
"Sir, you can't say that. We have a public service point in the city, not in a remote suburb. You can leave immediately after your treatment, and we won't charge you any fees."
"Real?"
"No matter how much I say, it's useless if you don't believe me. You might as well take some time to go and see for yourself, and you'll know."
Seeing the other party's sincerity, the Infected Knight wavered and exchanged a glance with his companion:
"Okay, we'll go again when we have time."
Shining nodded, not insisting. She pushed her Wheelchair with both hands, preparing to leave.
"The assassins from the Armored Unarmored Alliance might return. You'd better leave as soon as possible. Goodbye."
"I see! I see!"
Maena could not hide her excitement; her hands clenched into fists, and her eyes shone with excitement.
"Doing it your way will effectively strike at the Commercial Union and the entire Knight Competition industry. Mr. Lucky Knight, the Nearl Family owes you more than one favor. If there's anything I can help you with, just let me know."
"No need. By the time the fire in people's hearts burns at its brightest, the tide will be set. The Supervision Committee definitely not let such an opportunity pass. It would be better for them to kick me while I'm down, so as not to dirty my hands."
Maena's eyes lit up; she felt that this plan to completely eradicate the lesions was quite feasible.
This was a path he had never imagined.
Maena had been trying to find a solution for six years without success, but an outsider found one. If we were to use a proverb from Yan), wouldn't this be a case of "the onlooker sees more of the game than the player"?
No, it's just that the Lucky Knight has a higher perspective!
Suddenly, an untimely voice rang out.
"Hey, you two haven't left yet?"
Roy, who had originally left with the Armored Unarmored Alliance assassins, returned for some unknown reason.
He approached with a grin, showing none of his previous panic, appearing completely confident.
After Roy left, he notified Xuan Tie, who had found a sniping spot and offered to provide remote assistance.
As the most powerful figure in the Armored Unarmored Alliance, Xuan Tie's strength is three or four levels higher than Monique's.
As long as Roy is within the range of Xuan Tie's attack, he is safe. As for the Lucky Knight's special ability, its range shouldn't be that far.
They're about four kilometers apart; if the arrow still misses, that would be truly outrageous.
Shi Lei remembered what he said when he left. A slight smile played on his lips beneath the mask as he teased:
"So, you got the umbrella?"
Roy shrugged, indicating he hadn't taken it.
"Let's be frank, we want to break free from the control of the Commercial Union and want to cooperate with you."
Maena looked at him strangely and asked:
"What's the meaning?"
"Let's all be open and honest tonight. I want to sign a truce agreement with you two privately. I hope the Nearl Family and everyone on Rhodes Island won't interfere with our plans. In return, the Armored Unarmored Alliance will not hinder your championship victory."
Shi Lei instantly realized that they had mistaken him for Rhodes Island Operator:
"Where are the infected people? You've mobilized so many people today, it seems you want to wipe them out completely."
Roy grinned wryly, looking somewhat embarrassed.
"I'm sorry, we can't do everything. The infected are a threat to us too. But rest assured, we won't harm the Infected Knight. After all, we need them right now."
"Tch, you need them?"
Maena couldn't stand it anymore and bluntly pointed out:
"They need to be scapegoats, don't they?"
Roy pursed his lips, then suddenly changed the subject to something unrelated to the current context:
"Gentlemen, do you know the legend of the Armored Unarmored Alliance? In ancient times, in order to fight against the licentious and immoral Knight and nobles of Kazimierz, the local farmers and squires hired a group of battle-hardened assassins."
But they all failed. The Knight hanged all the traitors, hanging them above the castle.
The villagers within the territory were furious but dared not speak out, and could only swallow their anger and give up resistance.
Later, an archer volunteered. However, most people didn't have high hopes, because archers simply couldn't keep up with Kuranta's swift speed.
The next morning, however, the villagers found the Knight lying face up in a charging posture, pinned to the square by a long spear. Upon closer inspection, they discovered it wasn't a spear at all, but an arrow—an arrow forged from black iron. This is the legendary story of the first Black Iron warrior in the Armored Unarmored Alliance.
I certainly couldn't do something that exaggerated, but some legends aren't entirely unfounded.
As soon as Roy finished speaking, a sharp arrow made of black iron flew in from a great distance.
It traced a graceful arc across the night sky, like a fleeting shooting star.
Although Maena did not see the arrow, she felt a strong sense of crisis and stood up on her own.
"Mr. Lucky Knight, please be careful!"
He is a key figure in the plan to eradicate the Kazimierz disease; he absolutely cannot be killed here.
Unexpectedly, Shi Lei was even faster, blocking Maena's path and raising two fingers of his right hand towards the north.
"Whoosh~"
The next second, the arrow forged from black iron arrived with a sharp whistling sound, accurately hitting the Lucky Knight!
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As the black iron arrow traced an arc and successfully hit its target, Roy thought to himself that he was now in control.
He was worried that the opponent's strange ability would cause the aim of the Xuan Tie arrow to deviate. In that case, what would have been a certain death would only result in minor injuries or no injury at all.
Fortunately, even the Lucky Knight has his limits. Or rather, all humans have their limits.
As long as you are far enough away, you can snipe them.
But the next second, Roy's smile froze completely as he witnessed a scene he would never forget in his life.
The Lucky Knight effortlessly caught the supersonic Xuan Tie arrow with just his index finger and thumb.
The force generated by the contact between the two spread rapidly in all directions, but it could not penetrate the target's arm.
What... what kind of monster is this?
Roy's face turned ashen, and his body began to tremble with dread.
He had hoped that with the help of the Iron Great Position, he could get his revenge. He planned to use the Lucky Knight or Maena as hostages to exchange for Monique. If he was lucky, he might even be able to snatch Little Platinum back along the way.
In an instant, my illusions shattered.
Roy felt like a clown.
To catch a full-force attack from Iron Great Position with just two fingers—is he even human? It's outrageous that his wife wouldn't open the door for so long—it's utterly absurd.
Throughout the entire ordeal, the Lucky Knight never revealed any murderous intent. This demonstrates that he has reached the pinnacle of skill in concealing his killing intent.
Maena, witnessing this scene, was equally alarmed.
He knew of the title of Iron Great Position. Even in his prime, he couldn't have caught a Xuan Tie arrow from a distance with his bare hands.
Sophia, do you even know what kind of important person you've hired?
After catching the black iron arrow with two fingers, Shi Lei examined it closely. After a short period of study, he was able to create black iron with his bare hands.
Compared to the original, the metal purity is higher.
By covering the Xuan Tie Great Arrow with a new layer of Xuan Tie, Shi Lei was able to control the arrow with his mind.
"The gift from your Armored Unarmored Alliance is quite heavy. It seems I must return the favor. Maena, this person is yours to handle."
After saying that, he threw the black iron arrow out.
At the same time, it charged forward, surprisingly arriving first after being delayed, stepping on the black iron arrow, and flying north.
Seeing the Lucky Knight fly away on his arrow, Roy felt like dying. Such an exaggerated ability was completely beyond the realm of humanity.
I don't understand why someone as skilled as him would come to the Knight Competition Arena to smear a team.
It seems that even the Silver Spear Pegasus is no match for him, let alone the Iron Great Position.
The two watched Shi Lei disappear into the distance, standing there in silence for a long time.
Roy's still-trembling legs told him that if he didn't leave now, he might miss his chance. He glanced at Maena and asked in a pleading tone:
"If I go to get the umbrella now, is there still a chance?"
"..."
Seeing that the other party didn't respond, Roy started to panic:
"To be honest, I'll retire after this job. I might settle down in Glassval or Columbia. No normal person would find killing pleasurable; only pampered idiots enjoy watching others bleed. And now, I don't want to be your enemy. I won't cause you any more trouble in the future."
Maena didn't want to waste words and stared at him coldly:
"Roll!"
"Okay, I'm off now."
Roy found a suitable excuse to leave, and he squatted down and rolled over several times before quickly escaping the scene.
I'm outta here. I can't stay in Cavaleria any longer.
"So this is the Iron Great Position? It's more like the Pi Tie Grand Position!"
The Armored Unarmored Alliance is doomed today!
Shining pushed the Wheelchair and saw a thick, long arrow of black iron streak across the sky.
Seeing that she had stopped, the Nightingale asked:
"What's wrong?"
"Just now, a large arrow was shot towards Doctor Zhong and Mr. Maena's location. Judging from the luster of the arrow shaft, which is a jet-black gemstone, it should be made of black iron."