Arnold

Chapter 48 · Arnold

The Western Nations, which were merely a general term in the original work, were actually an alliance formed by dozens of kingdoms of various races. Among them were kingdoms ruled by humans, such as the Kingdom of Blumert where Lu Minghao was currently located, and some kingdoms composed of monsters.

Although the entire Western Nations appeared to have formed an alliance, they were still in a state of hostility, with localized wars constantly occurring. For example, in the future, the King of the Kingdom of Blumert would seek aid from Rimuru because his kingdom was invaded by another kingdom.

The one who dispatched Linus's Squad to capture Sally this time was a great noble named Arnold from a kingdom within the Western Nations. Because his kingdom bordered a large territory of monster kingdoms, years of war had resulted in a large number of human deaths.

In this process, Arnold gradually realized the weakness of humans. Compared to monsters, who possessed considerable combat power and a short growth period even from birth, humans were the opposite. Ordinary humans could only possess decent combat power after growing up, receiving extensive training, and possessing superior weapons.

Of course, Arnold did not think humans were weak because of this. After all, there were many strong individuals among humans. Humans unique to the Brave and Immortals were powerhouses no less than the Demon Lord. Moreover, humans' innate intelligence also gave them stronger learning abilities.

For this reason, a bold idea appeared in Arnold's mind: if he could perfectly combine humans and monsters, wouldn't he be able to create a 'perfect' species?

When this idea was born, it was like a flame that completely filled Arnold's mind. Relying on his own power, Arnold began to secretly capture various monsters and humans for experimentation.

During this period, Arnold had not been unsuccessful. However, he discovered that the beings he created with his existing magic and knowledge all had inherent flaws. They were either unintelligent and irrational, or had short lifespans and died shortly after birth.

For this reason, Arnold's plan came to a standstill until one day, when Arnold learned from an adventurer about Sally, a half-human, half-ghost from the Kingdom of Blumert, a new idea appeared in Arnold's mind.

If he tried to let monsters and humans combine and reproduce normally, would that not result in perfect, flawless beings? For this reason, Arnold began a new experiment.

This time, the experiment was successful. However, since the strongest monster he had was only a C-class monster, the beings born, although without major flaws, did not achieve the desired effect.

Therefore, Arnold once again thought of Sally, whom he had learned from an adventurer possessed half the bloodline of the Upper Demon Ghost Tribe. He planned to capture her and raise her. Once Sally grew up and possessed sufficient strength. This way, he would have the most perfect mother.

Thus, a mission revolving around Sally appeared in the Adventurer's Guild. In addition, based on the information he had investigated, Arnold assigned the mission to Linus's Squad, who had previously interacted with Sally. To ensure his plan was not exposed, he also demanded that Linus's Squad eliminate all unrelated individuals.

"Should I say he's a clever little devil, or a true genius?"

Lu Minghao couldn't help but mutter after hearing the information from Linus. After all, from the information, it was clear that the great noble named Arnold was not a reincarnator from another world, yet he was doing such things. He could certainly be called a true genius.

As for why Linus knew this, it was naturally because he inquired through his unique channels within the adventurer community. Given his hyena-like personality, he would definitely investigate a mission with low risk, high reward, and specifically assigned to Linus's Squad.

Although the Kingdom of Ister, where Arnold was located in the original work, was merely a member of the Western Nations, it was actually quite powerful among the many small countries in the Western Nations. Arnold's experiments at the time had caused quite a stir in the surrounding kingdoms. Coupled with Linus's unique channels within the adventurer community.

The purpose of Arnold's capture of Sally was quickly investigated and clarified by Linus. After all, most of the monsters required for Arnold's experiments were captured by adventurers. For most adventurers, as long as the money was sufficient, many problems could be easily solved.

After all, intelligence was also part of an adventurer's income.

"How about it, Sally, do you want to go to the Kingdom of Ister to meet that great noble named Arnold?"

The next second, Lu Minghao looked at Sally and asked. Kingdoms like this, caught in war, perfectly fit Lu Minghao's needs. War represented massive death, and the resulting corpses would become Lu Minghao's nourishment, and it would be free and effortless.

Lu Minghao only had one thing to do: quietly follow those adventurers like he did in the sewers where he was born, and clean up their 'trash.' This time, it would be on the battlefield.

"Sally wants to go!"

Sally nodded and looked at Lu Minghao. She had also heard everything Linus had just said. Although she was young, she understood that the guy named Arnold would definitely not let her go easily, because she was the perfect mother in his eyes.

Then, after knowing that Linus's Squad had failed their mission, Arnold would definitely issue another mission to the Adventurer's Guild, and with increased rewards. At that time, powerful adventurer squads would surely come looking for them.

"Okay, then it's decided. We're heading to the Kingdom of Ister."

Lu Minghao patted Sally's little head. The main purpose of going to the Kingdom of Ister this time was to gain enough nourishment and, during the process, bestow the 'Power of Gluttony' upon Sally, turning her into his subordinate. Relying on the war to obtain a large amount of nourishment.

As for Arnold, Lu Minghao would only choose to observe his situation secretly first. If his strength was sufficient, Lu Minghao wouldn't mind letting the other party rest in peace within his body. Didn't he want Sally?

Then she would be in his body, so he could be with Sally every day.

Of course, if Arnold's strength exceeded Lu Minghao's ability to handle, then he would naturally take Sally and hide quietly near the battlefield, developing first by relying on the abundant nourishment brought by the war.

After all, Lu Minghao was currently just a Middle Demon who had just advanced. Although his strength was much stronger than ordinary Middle Demons due to his innate talent and abilities, that was all.

One must know that there were many strong individuals in this world. Not to mention the rare top-tier existences like the Demon Lord, Brave, and Immortal, even an Upper Demon could easily defeat Lu Minghao now, forcing him to flee in disarray.

"Ultimately, I'm still not strong enough!"

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