Units of Measurement

High above, Naiyuan and the others returned to the sky once more.

Herohero was continuously analyzing the memories he had just obtained.

Although he had successfully acquired the other party's memories, he found the information within them extremely chaotic and needed time to sort it out.

"How is it, Herohero?"

"It's a little complicated. I need to carefully organize the contents of the memories."

"Then let's talk about it after we finish here and return to Nazarick."

Momonga waved a hand, telling Herohero to sort through the memories first. They could discuss them after returning to Nazarick.

"Alright."

"Next is this so-called strongest fighter in the kingdom—the Warrior Captain, right?"

Naiyuan looked down at the barrier below. The Sunlight Scripture on the right had already been completely wiped out, and Momonga had stored all their corpses in his storage item.

Their bodies would likely be brought back to life soon enough—of course, as Undead.

As for how to deal with the unit of measurement below.

Now that they had obtained the information they wanted, the unit of measurement's life no longer mattered. His only remaining purpose was to let them observe whether he was qualified to survive.

Having watched the anime, Naiyuan had a fairly good impression of this character. At the very least, he was a decent unit of measurement.

"The strongest at level thirty? Hahaha, I hope he brings us a little amusement."

"Warrior Captain, we've been circling around here for nearly an hour."

"The brothers are all exhausted. Shouldn't we rest for a while?"

"That way, we'll have the strength to deal with any danger that might arise."

A soldier spoke worriedly. Since becoming trapped here, they had tried every possible method, but none of them could leave.

By now, everyone was thirsty and exhausted, their combat strength greatly reduced.

If the enemy attacked at a time like this, they would surely suffer terrible losses.

"Then rest for a while. Tell everyone not to lower their guard."

"We must find a way out afterward. Otherwise, sooner or later, we'll face a shortage of water and food."

The man called the Warrior Captain gave the order, then looked around once more with a grave expression.

His name was Gazef, the only expert in the Re-Estize Kingdom who had reached the Hero Realm. This time, he had come under orders to eliminate the enemy.

Yet after arriving here, he had become trapped. He was certain that the enemy was a powerful Magic Caster. Only someone like that could silently trap every one of them here.

I wonder if we can return safely this time.

Gazef thought pessimistically. What worried him was not himself, but His Majesty. If he could not return to Your Majesty's side in time, the nobles would certainly use the opportunity to stir up trouble.

"What are you worried about? Your own safety?"

Just as Gazef was worrying, a faint, indistinct voice entered his ears.

"Who's there?!"

Hearing the voice, Gazef suddenly turned and looked around, but all he saw were soldiers staring at him in confusion, as if asking what was wrong.

"Stop looking. You cannot see us."

Another voice, different from the previous one, sounded beside his ear, telling him not to waste his effort. He would not find them.

"Answer our question. What are you worried about?"

The magnetic voice from before rang out again, asking the same question.

"I am worried about Your Majesty's safety. I wonder if you gentlemen could allow my brothers here to leave."

"If someone truly has to stay behind, then let it be me."

Realizing that he could not find them, Gazef walked to one side and spoke to the empty air.

"Aren't you trying to protect Your Majesty? Why have you chosen to remain behind instead?"

The voice asked in confusion. It did not understand why Gazef wanted to leave yet chose to stay.

"I want to protect Your Majesty because Your Majesty gave me everything I have today."

"But just as Your Majesty protects me, I must now protect my subordinates."

"I cannot abandon them and leave alone. They are all my brothers."

Gazef looked resolutely at the soldiers resting nearby. He was the Warrior Captain; he had to ensure that every one of them returned safely to the Re-Estize Kingdom.

"Even if it costs you your life?"

"I will not regret it."

Without the slightest fear or hesitation, Gazef remained utterly calm as he faced his own death.

"Is that so..."

"You're quite an interesting fellow."

"We acknowledge you. Go."

The voice sounded again, this time clearly carrying goodwill. Its owner seemed to be in a good mood.

"What about my brothers?"

"They may leave as well. Do not come again."

"Carne Village is now under our protection."

"Thank you, gentlemen. I am deeply grateful."

As Gazef spoke, he prepared to kneel, but an invisible force stopped him.

"There is no need for that. Go."

Gazef still wanted to say something, but he suddenly felt the world spinning. When his senses returned to normal, he discovered that he had left the previous area and arrived in a grassland.

The surrounding soldiers also looked around in lingering shock, unable to understand why they had suddenly appeared here.

"Warrior Captain, where are we...?"

A soldier wanted to ask something else, but Gazef waved a hand, signaling him not to ask.

Gazef stared in the direction of Carne Village for a long time. In the end, he gave it a deep bow before mounting his warhorse.

"We're returning to the Re-Estize Kingdom."

After giving the order, Gazef took the lead and left the area. Though the soldiers behind him were confused, they quickly followed.

From a distant hilltop, Naiyuan and the others calmly watched his figure gradually disappear from their sight.

"He's a very decent man."

Momonga spoke. After their conversation just now, he had formed a very favorable impression of the Warrior Captain.

Momonga had always valued emotional bonds, so he greatly approved of him.

"That personality reminds me of Touch Me."

Herohero sighed as well. The man's character suited his tastes, and he did not dislike people like that.

"But unfortunately, we are destined never to become friends."

Naiyuan looked in the direction Gazef had departed. He knew they would inevitably become enemies someday. As long as Nazarick wanted to conquer the world, Gazef would stand against them.

He could not spare the Re-Estize Kingdom for the sake of a single unit of measurement.

The three Floor Guardians at the side stood quietly, not disturbing the conversation among the three Supreme Beings.

They held no fondness for humans. Enri was an exception; she had earned the affection of the three Supreme Beings, so they could interact with her normally.

"Let's go back—back to our home."

Naiyuan walked to Momonga's side. Momonga immediately understood and raised the staff in his hand.

[Gate]

A pitch-black passage appeared. Naiyuan stepped inside first, followed closely by Momonga, then Herohero, and finally the Floor Guardians.

As everyone entered, the passage slowly disappeared, and the place returned to silence.