* Gulp *
Seeing how the armored giant easily solved all the tier 4 zombies, Major General Christopher and the rest can't help but swallow a huge helping of nervousness.
" Is this guy a demon?! " Rhea can't help but scream in shock.
In all her life, she had never witnessed this level of power.
I'm afraid this person is already as powerful as the top human powers in the country!
Rhea and the peope of Pandora are better because they have no idea how powerful in person the top human powers are.
But for Christopher and the rest of the people sent by the army, Arthus' presence means another thing.
A new power enough to support a major stronghold has emerged!
" Is the commander type zombie also gone? " Old man Sam who was silent on the side can't help but voice his concern.
The zombie tide was manipulated by the commander variant and if it is not killed, another tide will be gathered and attack their base again.
Letting the commander variant escape means endless trouble for them.
At all cost, it must be eliminated!
" The commander is always protected by the highest tiered zombies. Without a doubt, it died along with the rest. " Deputy Chief Albert replied.
Exactly, commander variant is unlike the other variant with outstanding combat power. It can barely even fight an evolutionary on the same tier.
* Roar *
* Roar *
* Growl *
With the death of the commander variant, the zombies in the area felt a certain connection in their brain to be snapped.
Then everything become chaotic.
Zombies, without anyone to command them messed up and started indiscriminately launched attack even fogetting to take the initiative to breach the Pandora Base's defenses.
" You rotten flesh taste my sword! [ Sword art: Tidal Wave ]!!! "
With a tremendout outburst of sword energy, Deputy Chief Albert in his swordsman form took the initiative to clear the surrounding zombies.
Countless head fell from the attack.
And within an area of 50 square meters, no zombies survived.
But this is not enough.
Regardless of the enormous number of death in their rank, the zombies disregard any of it and contonue to flood on the group.
For the zombies, flesh is more important than life.
All that matter to them is that there are currently human among them and they started focusing on the nearesr meat.
* Roar! *
" [ Flame Magic: Call of Fire ]!!! "
A sea of flame rose from the ground and just stepping on the area will burn the zombies until they turn into bones.
The Flame Magician is a scary legacy of mass annahilation. If they didn't see Arthus obliterating countless zombie in a single strike, the scene would have been jaw dropping but now... it become a little tasteless.
" Eliminate the zombies! This is our chance. " Major General issued his command.
Then his camouflaged suit become covered in light.
When the light dimmed out, an elegant dark full body armor with silver linens was equipped on his body. At this moment, Christopher actually look like the mini Arthus minus the silver designs.
Arthus saw the scene and become interested in the newly emerged warrior.
With his big steps, he reached Christopher in a flash and with his curious gaze, he scrutinized the poor man.
Seeing that a looming shadow was in front, all the people become terrified.
It's not planning to kill them too right?!
eh?!
Hey dude, your too close for comfort!
" S-sir.... Is there anything I can do for you? " Christopher asked nervously.
Heck! Who won't be nervous when a killing machine seconds ago comes straight to you?!
" Who are... you... serving? "
Ah?
Serving?
Does he mean my affiliation?
Can you please elaborate a little. My brain is not functioning right and I can't process information at the moment.
" H-honorable sir, I am Major General Christopher from the Army. It's an honor to meet you. "
I hope this giant is not antagonistic with the Army. If he is, their fate is already predictable.
" A dark knight.... it's been so long.... since I last saw one. You people... are strong."
Christopher is actually awakened as a dark knight, a high ranking legacy.
But then, how did the giant know about it?
And it said it also saw a dark knight some time ago.
" I-I'm flattered by your compliment. I am just a person who fights to protect the weak. "
* Growl *
" Sir watch out! "
* Slash *
A sneaky tier 3 zombie who just emerged from the ground just died and cause zero wave.
At normal instances, that ambush would have cause death but unfortunately for that zombie of all possible target, it stupidly chose the worst possible person.
" ..annoying.. "
" ... "
As expected of a master, tier 3 zombies are only annoying.
As for them, although tier 3 is weak, they still need effort to defeat it.
But for the man in black armor, tier 3 can be snapped in a second.
* gulp *
At this rate their mouth will be dry from swallowing their saliva!
" I am Arthus.... the sole knight... of my [ lord ],... Adam Wiles. Fellow knight.... state your name. "
This dude is weird!
He talk like an antique.
" I am Major General Christopher of the Army. It is my pleasure to know the name of such a great man. "
Well anyway, let's play along for awhile. Maybe this is only the special hobby of the masters.
Everyone come to a consensus. Play along!
" Great Sir! We are from the Pandora Base and I am the Base Chief Rhea. Thank you for giving us your aid in this crisis. "
" Sir Knight really is a man of virtue who seeks peace and justice on the land. "
" Yes, truly a man of goodness worthy of being a knight. "
The people who were silently watching on the side can't help but have blacklines on their heads.
Man of goodness?
From head to toe, this knight is obviously an envoy from hell.
Oh a zombie is coming again.
Kill!
The old men in the base really are people who witness more of the world.
Even the flattering skill is beyond comparison.
" You are.... a knight who... have affiliation? " Arthus asked while looking at Major General Christopher.
" Yes sir. "
" You are.... not planning.... to change your master... right? "
What is he talking about?
" Ahh~ no? "
Arthus then become silent and fervently scrutinizied again the mini knight in front.
This little knight...
Won't try to compete to serve my master with me right?
No!
I, Arthus is the sole knight of my [ lord ].
No one should dare to snatch my position!
" My master.... will reside... in your base. You will not try... to apply as....my [ lord ]'s knight...Huh? " Arthus asked calmly but a certain chill fell on the area. The chill is not an attack, it is more like only a sense of danger.
Everyone can't help but gulp again a huge helping of saliva.
This is murderous intent! No mistake!
A wrong answer and this giant will surely kill everyone.
Major General Christopher suddenly felt that a huge burden was put on his shoulder.
Even the rest of the people who was fending off the zombies become stagnant at a moment. Thank goodness the zombies nearby are already cleared!
What to answer? Yes? No?
Who knows what answer this giant knight want to hear.
Is it an evil organization that is planning to take over the region? If I say no, they will kill me, and took me as an underling if I say yes?
Th-this..
But I can't be a traitor!
Even if I die today I will not let my pride and beliefs to be gone on the drain.
I don't know what you people are planning but I, Major General Christopher will not be swayed to the dark path.
Then with a great conviction and firm tone, Major General Christopher said...
" No! "
He is ready for death. In his heart, the giant named Arthus will behead him and say some classic villain lines for not joining the evil organization.
But regardless of what he is going to say, I will stay true to my intentions!
Give me your best shot!
" Hmmm... you will really... not apply? "
" No! "
Then a few minutes later...
" Really... not? "
" I will never serve your master! "
Then another minute.
" Are... you sure? "
" I'm sure! "
" Hmmmm... "
" You can kill me or torture me but I will never change my affiliation. Give up! "
The people around can't help but admire the strong will of the Major General. Arthus is terrifying and they all might die today but they won't forget the bravery the Major General has shown in front of the terrifying existence.
" Major General... "
" * sob *... If there is a next life, I want to join the army again and serve under you. "
" I'm happy to die with such a loyal person. This death is not in vain. "
The atmosphere become emotional. It is hard to expect that a man who is willing to die for the sake and honor of the Army will ignite the heart of the people.
There chances of winning is almost negligent but they must atleast show some effort.
This is the the thought of the people, especially from the army men.
They are urging their powers and at any moment, ready to give a blow.
" Excellent... I want to be... the sole Knight under my [ lord ].. You made... the right choice. " Arthus said as he patted Major Genral Christopher on the shoulder sounding very relieved and happy.
Huh?
Where is the fight?
Aren't you supposed to wave your sword and kill us for turning down your offer of servitude?
Hey dude, you're not following the script!
Bah!
Why are we arguing? The guy is not going to kill us!
It's a reason to be happy!
Anyway...
This giant Arthus is way too misleading!
" Y-yes? " Major General Christopher but said in doubt.
" I am the... sole knight... of my [ lord ]. That position.... it's mine. "
" Ah? "
" Don't even dare... have any thought... of serving my [ lord ]... I'll end you. "
" .... "
My heart is fragile and can't take this twist and turns.
Let's just clear the zombies... *sigh*
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