Punishment Sword

"Why is he everywhere?!"

Roger was puzzled.

When he first saw Brandon's iconic protagonist face.

He even doubted that he had seen it wrong! But after ordering the Injured Wolf to repeatedly perceive it.

Roger can confirm it.

Sitting by the campfire, mingling with Aimerhua and the other humans, was none other than Brandon, who was suspected to be the reincarnation of Quinan...

This is a bit tricky.

However, Roger noticed something from Brandon's demeanor and expression.

He didn't seem to be very familiar with Aimerhua and the others! Although on the surface they were all drinking and chatting happily.

But in fact...

Even in the most relaxed moments.

Brandon's left hand was also intentionally or unintentionally hanging at his waist.

Based on Roger's experience...

This is for easy weapon removal!

This shows that Brandon was wary of Aimerhua and his group!

Judging from the way the two sides interact.

Brandon is probably not a prisoner of Aimerhua and others.

The relationship between the two is more like that of strangers testing each other.

What surprised Roger even more was...

Brandon is all alone! None of his usual buddies are here.

The old flame I got before has also disappeared without a trace...

This is completely inconsistent with his image as someone who enjoys lively atmospheres!

Considering this guy's unique destiny.

Roger boldly ordered the Injured Wolf to approach the campfire.

Fortunately, there are many places in this area where the Prime Material Plane and the shadow world intersect.

The wolf cub hid in a barely noticeable crack.

Intermittent conversations drifted over from the campfire.

Roger used his Perception Authority.

Begin to listen patiently.

After the intermittent interference sounds subsided.

The first thing that came through was Brandon's distinctive loud voice—

"Hey! You flatter me!"

"I don't have that kind of ability... I'm not being modest... it's all luck!"

"Popular with women? That's true... Princess? Hmm, which princess are you talking about?"

Roger's face darkened.

It seems these guys are just flattering each other.

Brandon had a few drinks down his spine.

He began a frenzied boasting amidst the flattery of Aimerhua and others.

It's practically an open declaration that he's having affairs with every princess in every major southern duchy...

Roger wasn't interested in these things.

Fortunately, it didn't take long.

Under Aimerhua's deliberate guidance.

The conversation then turned to more serious matters.

But then Brandon said this:...

"I told you the reason I came here a few days ago."

I have come in search of a wondrous object called the "Awakening Orb".

I've heard that this item has been kept in the secret vault of your Red Valley Alchemist..."

Awakening?

No, no, no! You've misunderstood! I just want to verify the truth—

There have been rumors about this for years.

They say the reincarnation of the god of Khunan is right here among us!

I think that a warrior as strong as me is very likely the reincarnation of Quinan!

hey-hey.

You agree, right?

Then you can lend me the precious pearl for a moment.

If I really am the reincarnation of the god Qinan.

You've done a great service, haven't you!

Beside the campfire.

Brandon became increasingly outrageous.

Roger's forehead was practically blacking out! This guy...

They really dare to say anything! Regarding the claim that Brandon is the reincarnation of Quinan.

Roger had an impression of this from his previous life.

He did indeed display some of the protagonist's destiny during the Raging Sea Blood Vortex incident.

In the subsequent Ancient Twin Dragons Incident.

Roger accidentally bumped into him.

At the time, Roger had this thought: 'Why is he always there whenever something happens?'

However, according to Beya...

Brandon was just one of Quinan's smokescreens.

He is not Quenando himself.

She was simply the reincarnation of one of Quinan's battle skirts.

But Roger now feels that...

Things don't seem to be that simple.

Is there any possibility?

"Where is Quinan standing on the third floor?" Roger asked, a thoughtful expression on his face.

The time that follows.

Roger patiently listened to the restless wolf cubs.

Not long after.

He then figured out why Brandon was there.

As he himself said.

He came in search of the treasure "Awakening Orb" based on rumors.

But this guy's perception ability is certainly not as strong as Roger's.

He searched the area for several months without success.

Just as he was preparing to return empty-handed.

The Black Crystal World has gone berserk.

As one of the nearby Sub-Plane.

The Water Moon Kingdom, which possesses an extremely weak sense of self, experienced a significant upheaval.

This time.

Brandon then found the approximate location of Red Valley.

Coincidentally.

He only met Aimerhua and others a couple of days ago.

The two sides had a very superficial relationship.

No wonder even a lazy guy like Brandon was so wary.

When dealing with Brandon.

Aimerhua used the same terminology he used when facing Roger.

He claims to be Red Valley Descendants.

However, during the fusion of planes, they were driven out of their home by a large number of monsters.

The difference is...

He did not make any promises to Brandon.

He was simply told that if he defeated the Red Dragon Queen Assia...

They're willing to lend Brandon the Awakening Orb from the Vault! Compared to the six Demigod Artifact promised to Roger.

It's obvious they look down on Brandon's mere level 90-something combat power.

"If he really is the reincarnation of a skirt spirit, then it fits the image of a flirtatious person."

"Aimerhua looks down on Brandon, that's one aspect."

"Given Brandon's level of vigilance, he shouldn't be easily fooled."

Roger breathed a slight sigh of relief.

He decided to deal with the Dwarf Race first.

Then they found Brandon in the shadows.

Ideally, we could coordinate an attack from both inside and outside.

Let's wipe out Aimerhua and his entire gang! This thought just occurred to me.

Roger then prepared to revoke the Perception Authority.

We need to plan this carefully.

But who knew that at this very moment...

Aimerhua, standing by the campfire, suddenly smiled and said:

"Mr. Brandon."

"Actually, we have already reached an agreement with the great Twin Stars Guardian, Mr. Roger. If you are busy lately, he will drive out the monsters of the Water Moon Kingdom for us in the near future..."

Brandon's face immediately showed surprise:

Roger?

"He's here too?"

"How come he's always there whenever something happens?!"

It seemed that Brandon's reaction was unexpected.

Aimerhua chuckled awkwardly, "It's probably just a coincidence."

"However, Lord Roger is indeed busy protecting the Twin Stars right now... well, the war on the ground, you know."

Brandon nodded silently.

He took a sip of wine with a complicated expression.

He muttered to himself, "That guy... he's incredibly unfathomable!"

"Damn it, I was even willing to take a sword for him back then, who knew he'd turn around and steal my woman!"

"Damn! Even though his involvement means victory is practically guaranteed, it still makes me really annoyed!"

Upon hearing this...

Roger was completely baffled—

When did I ever sleep with your woman?

In fact.

Traveling through more than thirty years.

In order to practice diligently.

Roger has never even touched a woman!

But before he could figure out what Brandon meant, he was left wondering.

The burly man suddenly jumped up from beside the fire.

He jumped up while drawing his sword and shouting, "No way!"

"I can't lose to him again! At least not in terms of morale!"

"I haven't even settled the score with him for what happened to Messiah yet... I'm so angry!"

"Where is the Red Dragon Queen? I'm going to find her right now!"

"Don't worry, I have experience slaying dragons—and I have even more experience with female dragons!"

Seeing this scene.

Aimerhua, standing next to him, practically had his joy written all over his face.

This guy is quite cunning and shrewd.

At present.

He immediately stood up and hypocritically advised, "The Red Dragon Queen is extremely powerful and cannot be defeated by force. Let's wait for the Demon Slayer to come together..."

Brandon didn't listen to him at all.

He charged into the heart of the Water Moon Kingdom, sword in hand.

Several people nearby shouted and chased after them.

But judging from their posture...

They're mostly there to guide people.

Aimerhua shouted a few words from afar.

But they had no intention of chasing after them at all.

Until Brandon's figure disappeared into the dim view.

A smug smile suddenly appeared on Aimerhua's face.

He circled around the campfire.

Not long after.

He put his right hand into the fire.

He took out a wisp of ash.

He spread the ashes evenly between his five fingers.

Then it drew a spiral claw on the ground!

A few seconds later.

A slight crack twisted open from the space above the claw.

Small monsters with two horns and wings sprouted from their ribs emerged from the crack.

It treated Aimerhua with great respect.

The two spoke for a while in a language Roger couldn't understand at all.

In the end.

The monster took a letter from Aimerhua and left.

Aimerhua himself also headed towards the Water Moon Kingdom a little later.

In the settlement of the Gray Dwarf.

Roger frowned and withdrew his Perception Authority.

He ordered the wolf cub to continue tailing them.

He glanced at the data panel.

"Hint: You have observed Aimerhua performing a ' Small Demon Summoning Ritual '!"

"You've discovered the Demon Scout (Blue Blood Legion)!"

It was a demon! Roger had guessed that a powerful force might be hiding behind Aimerhua.

But the abyss is the most outrageous option! If it's something like a demon.

Roger wouldn't be surprised.

He really couldn't imagine it.

How could a demon have such a brain?! This is illogical...

"The Blue Blood Legion?"

"Why does this look so familiar?"

Roger for a moment.

The source of the sense of familiarity could not be found.

He then shared what he had seen with the dwarves.

He remembered it in the dwarfs' stories.

During the reconstruction of the Star Network.

They were attacked by a demon army.

The two sides might get in touch! It's just a pity.

The dwarves were very surprised and angry at the appearance of the Lesser Devil.

However, they failed to provide any useful information.

Roger secretly regretted this.

It seems the Red Valley Descendants have declined drastically.

It's impossible to expect them to provide more information.

Roger originally intended to proceed cautiously and steadily.

But Brandon actually got foolishly tricked into slaying the dragon.

He can't just sit idly by!

So he shared his thoughts with the dwarves.

Upon hearing that Roger was going to uphold justice for them...

The dwarves were all moved to tears.

Because of the inability to communicate with other people.

They haven't received any help from the outside world for a long time.

This is Roger's first time.

This is their best chance to return to the Water Moon Kingdom! The dwarves chattered for a while.

Roger listened with a smile as he got to the gist of it.

They told Roger.

Because the kingdom was occupied.

Most of the Red Valley Descendants' belongings were stolen by Aimerhua and his group.

They couldn't offer Roger much help with props.

The dwarves gathered together.

They then put together a token for Roger to communicate with the Red Dragon Queen Assia.

And a dirty, limp golden sword.

Seeing the dwarves struggling financially yet insisting on paying Roger for his righteous act.

He originally intended to refuse.

But after seeing the attributes of that golden sword...

Roger's eyes were glued to him!

"Punishment Sword (Upgraded/Dagger)"

Material Description: A large piece of adamantite + the heart of the angel of punishment

"Attributes: Pierce 5, Texture 19, Weight 8, Balance 9"

"Special Effect (Unique): Wounds inflicted by this weapon can never heal."

Damage to the grid is also permanent.

"What a ruthless sword!"

Roger felt a chill run down his spine.

Because it is a pure gold structure.

Its hardness, quality, sharpness, and other properties are actually not up to standard.

Only its sturdiness is satisfactory.

From the perspective of attributes

This sword can be described as 'both soft and hard'.

It's soft because of its poor hardness and low puncture rate.

It's very difficult to break through the defense.

It is hard because its texture is very solid.

Few external forces can destroy it.

And once it causes damage.

It will leave permanent wounds on the enemy!

Given these characteristics.

This thing isn't meant for head-on fighting.

Instead, it's done by suddenly shattering the enemy's defenses during a lull in the battle.

Damage to the unit with the Punishment Sword.

It will definitely catch the enemy off guard!...

I appreciate your kind gesture!

"From now on, you Red Valley Dwarves are my friends, Roger's friends!"

"Don't worry, at least on these Above Twin Stars, no one will dare to provoke you!"

He smugly uttered a few harsh words.

Roger rushed off towards the Water Moon Kingdom.

Although there is no map.

But in his dandelion form, he basically has superhuman vision and super hearing.

A short while later.

Roger used Earth Escape to reach the edge of that Sub-Plane.

It was an extremely open underground space.

There are two underground rivers rushing about nearby.

The east was completely shrouded in darkness.

There.

Roger sensed many spatial rifts.

A repulsive aura emanates from behind the crack—

Roger guessed that was the smell of the abyss!

The reason why people feel disgusted is not because the abyss is foul.

Rather, it's because Roger has been getting too close to the devil over the years.

It is natural to instinctively generate a repulsive reaction to one's mortal enemy.

On the stone wall west of the crack.

It contains an extremely magnificent gate.

The gate was about 20 people tall.

It is surrounded by a dense array of rubies.

From the appearance.

It was completely integrated into the rock.

But at this moment, the door was open inwards.

A faint glow shone from inside the door.

And there were shouts of battle rising and falling!...

"They're already doing it?"

"Brandon is really Swift as Thunder and Lightning..."

Roger made a comment.

There was no slackening at the moment.

He leaped straight over.

But at that very moment...

A menacing-looking black figure emerged from the darkness!

"Waaaaah!"

It was drooling.

It was emitting strange and irritating bytes.

Roger was startled.

The dark figure pressed its advantage.

They actually pounced on it.

Roger didn't think much of it.

A slap right in the face!

"Hint: You have killed a ' Intimidation Hellhound ' (Transcendent/Abyss Template)"

Your skill 'Persuade to Surrender' +1

"Huh?"

Roger's eyes lit up.

"Skill Points, it's been so long..."