Fallen Knight (1)

"You foul creature of evil, you dare challenge the majesty of the holy light!" Reinhard stared in shock at the dust falling between Green's fingers. His expression changed sharply, and he glared at Green, the killing intent in his eyes so intense it seemed to take physical form.

All that talk of a crystallized evil soul that had to be taken back to the Holy Sanctuary for purification was a lie fit only to fool ghosts. His real aim was simply to claim this precious soul crystal for himself. It contained an immense quantity of pure psychic energy.

As a Paladin, he had to honor the paladin's code: courage, sacrifice, integrity, fairness, compassion, and benevolence.

But that applied to the faithful children of their god. There was no need for such scruples when dealing with an evil Necromancer. Any necessary means were permissible. Treachery and cruelty were not the exclusive province of darkness; bloody slaughter served only to spread their Lord's love and majesty.

Almost simultaneously, the other Paladins accompanying him drew their weapons without hesitation and aimed them at Green, brimming with killing intent.

They showed no pleasure in killing. Their expressions were peaceful, their gazes resolute. The conviction in their hearts constantly assured them that everyone they killed was a blasphemer receiving their rightful punishment.

The weapons in their hands, which combined a handgun and a longsword, were called [Holy Sword Rifles]. Only the elite Paladins of the Holy Light Church were entitled to carry them. At long range, they could be used as rifles and were more powerful than ordinary Enchanted Rifles. At close range, a simple turn of the wrist transformed them into the Holy Light Church's traditional Cross Greatswords.

As the Paladins raised their weapons and took aim, golden beams immediately shot from the bladelike