Extra: Hero Hua Xin's Adventure 1
Legend has it that on this prosperous continent called Hachimi, there were inhabitants of all kinds, and the different cultural differences led to the formation of many independent city-states and empires.
But the world won't stay peaceful forever.
The magical power of the Hachimid Continent has granted various talents to humans, elves, Half-beastman, and dwarves a variety of abilities.
For example, a common setting in this novel is that humans possess extremely high magical creation abilities, elves have very long lifespans, Half-beastman have incredibly strong physical bodies, and dwarves have unparalleled talent for forging ironware...
But on the Hachimid Continent, things seem to be slightly different.
In short, for these races, the clash of civilizations, the differences in cultures, and territory are not the primary points of impact. As long as they share a common enemy, they will become friends.
The most powerful Demon King, who led the entire Demon King's Palace, was born on the Hachimid Continent. Thus, the Demon King's Army and the human Allied Forces began a ten-year standoff.
Every minute and every second could turn this somber atmosphere into an apocalyptic disaster.
Although no war has broken out, it's just a matter of waiting for a spark to ignite it.
And so, time slowly passed, until the day of reckoning arrived: the Demon King of the Demon Realm and the strongest hero among humans engaged in a world-ending battle for salvation—
The Hachimid Continent, 0721.
"Captain of the Hua Xin Knights... oh no, I should say Hua Xin?"
The middle-aged man sitting on the throne, whose face looked slightly aged, showed a little embarrassment, but his excellent expression management, honed by various situations, allowed him to react in almost a fraction of a second and compose himself.
The name of Hua Xin, the famous Grand Master of the Imperial Royal Knights, is known to almost everyone in the country. As the emperor, he is naturally able to sit on the throne and save the crumbling Garos Empire thanks to this person.
To have reached the position of Grand Master of the Royal Knights through Saintly Body without relying on awakened magical abilities is beyond what can be described simply as terrifying.
Possessing immense strength, a handsome face, and superb martial arts skills...
To intimidate neighboring nations and races, and to slay aggressive monsters...
He had long since become a hero of the Garos Empire.
However... an accident a year ago completely shattered this thriving scene.
Wait, does this mean it's been broken???
Garos III involuntarily raised his head slightly, looking at the figure standing on the exceptionally luxurious and exquisite court carpet, clad in armor and wielding a longsword...
Woman.
Garos III twitched his lips. It wasn't that he had any prejudice or discrimination, nor did he have any intention of treacherously betraying the young Grand Master of the Royal Knights who had protected the empire for many years.
Because he can't beat them either...
And that's just...
Just some reflections.
"Preparations are complete, Your Majesty."
The cool, clear female voice brought him back to his senses. The two didn't exchange many words; Garos III nodded quickly, then asked somewhat seriously:
"Has the membership been fully assembled?"
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"I have already contacted and selected the geniuses from various countries, including elves and dwarves, to go to the Empire. Your Majesty, please rest assured, this time I will definitely..."
"Slay the Demon King."
Hearing that resolute voice filled with murderous intent, Garos III couldn't help but shudder, then coughed lightly to cover his lapse in composure.
"Very good, hero of the empire, the future of the Hachimid Continent is entrusted to you."
"Upon your return, the Empire will prepare for you the supreme Iron Blood Cross Medal, the Garos Royal Medal, the Courage Medal, the Song of Blades Medal, the Magic Association's Highest Honor Martyrdom, the Human Alliance 3rd Anniversary Commemorative Medal, the Human x Elf Alliance Fortieth Anniversary Continent Limited Edition Medal (Shining Version), Hachimid Continent World Tree Diamond and Gold Limited Edition Fusion Medal..."
Garos III, in a burst of exhilarating excitement, rattled off a list of the fine medals he had prepared beforehand. Only after watching the hero solemnly bow in farewell did he suppress his excitement.
If money, fine wine, mansions, land, even titles and power couldn't bribe this knight commander before, then beautiful women are even less likely to do so now.
To this end, Garos III devised an exceptionally perfect solution.
There's no such thing as too many medals! As long as she has enough medals, she can keep getting them! And as long as she keeps getting them, she can keep serving the empire!
He's absolutely a genius...
Garos III chuckled to himself with a hint of smug satisfaction.
He just looks a bit sleazy.
"Your Majesty, the Lord Hero has already left. Shouldn't we go to the back garden for afternoon tea?"
The secretary beside him gave him a weak reminder, which instantly brought him to his senses, but when he looked at the place where Hua Xin had just left, his eyes were filled with regret and sorrow.
But it only lasted a few seconds before the emotion in his eyes returned to normal, and he confidently said to the secretary beside him:
"Oh, right, call over those dukes who have nothing better to do at home."
"I'm going to play Sanguosha National War today, remember we need to get eight people together??"
"Yes, sir!"
As he walked, he recalled the absurd thing that had happened a year ago.
On the Hachimid Continent, the world's protection of humanity is the strongest.
Every human over the age of fourteen may one day suddenly awaken a unique magical ability, thereby possessing "Magic Power" that can enhance their strength.
Whether one possesses great power or not is entirely random, but once one is over twenty years old, one will completely lose the opportunity to awaken their abilities and will never have the chance to awaken their own abilities again in their lifetime.
A year ago, Hua Xin, the commander of the Imperial Knights who was almost twenty years old and had no hope of awakening her abilities, suddenly awakened her abilities and even had a six-petal pattern on the back of her right hand, symbolizing a human hero.
Now that things have come to this, it's all a good thing.
But it was precisely because of her awakened magical abilities that she was ruined.
Everything comes at a price.
Although everyone could clearly feel Hua Xin's increased power after awakening her abilities, an obvious price was also presented to everyone.
"The Emperor commands, depart."
After leaving the palace, Hua Xin, now wearing a helmet, was no longer the cold and aloof person she had been when meeting the emperor. Her tone and face were now full of confidence as she spoke loudly to the people behind her.
"Oh!!!"
The small team of more than ten people behind them also erupted in a similarly confident and excited cheer.
Standing to the left of the fully armed Hua Xin, a low-key black-haired man pushed up his gold-rimmed glasses with interest and slightly tightened his grip on his Magic Staff, but his eyes never left the figure with long silver hair in his sight.
The corners of his mouth turned up slightly.
"Dong Miao, let's go."
The brave Hua Xin patted him on the shoulder with great trust.
Dong Miao raised her head, her face displaying an extremely gentle and sunny smile. She glanced at Hua Xin's chest, which should have been flat but was now bulging, and said softly.
"Yes, my Lord Hero."
That's right.
The price Hua Xin paid for awakening her abilities was...
She transformed into a girl who was incredibly handsome and equally beautiful when she was with her man.