Chapter 423 - Preparing for an Ambush
Rhode narrated all the happenings to Paris over a meal and she finally understood how Natasha and Grendy ended up with him and looking extremely exhausted. After all, if she wasn’t aware of Rhode’s identity, she might have suspected that both of them were captured as slaves by him. But, even though Paris had the answers to her doubts now, her mood didn’t turn for the better.
“Please pardon me, Mr. Rhode. I’m really surprised.” Although Paris said so, there wasn’t any hint of emotion in her ice-cold tone. “You’re saying that you met a group of soldiers from the Undead Legion, and they were led by an Undead Knight. Moreover, there was also a Necromancer behind the scenes…”
“There was at least one Necromancer.” Rhode corrected Paris. “I can guarantee that we have exterminated all the Undead Soldiers from before. But I’m sure the Necromancer won’t give up this easily and he will definitely turn up. Also, it isn’t impossible for the Necromancer to gather a group of undead with his powers in a short period of time.”
“…” Paris remained silent for a moment before finally speaking up. “So what do you intend to do?”
Rhode spread his arms apart and shrugged. “I intended to arrive in Eagle City as quickly as possible to seek assistance from your guild in defeating that damned Necromancer. After all, we are pretty much drained from the previous battle with the undead. If we were to battle with the Necromancer in our current state, we would definitely face some troubles.”
Rhode’s remarks weren’t completely truthful. However, Paris seemed not to have any suspicions as she was aware of how powerful these few people were. Gillian’s sea of fireballs shot to fame in the Midsummer Festival and after the tournament, the Purple Lily Guild had numerous discussions regarding the fox-eared young lady being a Mage or not. Some Mages thought that Gillian wasn’t a Mage because there weren’t any Mages who could summon that many fireballs without incantations. On the other hand, some felt that Gillian might have mastered a unique technique.
As for Anne, Paris was all the more familiar. The horrific scene when Anne brutally murdered Rosen had scared everyone watching witless. Even a fearless man like Barter confessed to Paris that he would definitely not wish to meet such an insane opponent. However, Paris couldn’t picture the young lady before her as the wild beast that plucked out Rosen’s heart and squashed it cruelly. At this moment, this young lady was leaning back against the chair, squinting her eyes, rubbing her round tummy, and burping after savoring 20 servings of bread and beef.
As for Rhode’s strength, there wasn’t even a need to mention it… Because she was clearest of how powerful Barter was. It was uncommon for someone to have the strength to blast Barter off an arena and even injure him.
If they had indeed fought a bunch of undead creatures, it would be reasonable for them to defeat them with their strength. Furthermore, it was normal for Rhode to claim that they were out of energy after a long battle and being constantly on the move. Moreover, Paris had inquired Natasha and Grendy to verify Rhode’s narration. But now, the situation was somewhat complicated.
“I hope your decision is correct, Master. But I don’t think you will fail,” Gillian said cheekily.
“I hope so. This was the only solution that I could come up with,” Rhode sighed in response to Gillian’s tease.
At this moment, Rhode was feeling weak because he still hadn’t recovered fully from the backlash of the Legion Horn. Rhode could likely have recovered all his spiritual energy if he found a place to have a good rest. However, he had no choice but to push back his break as he was rushing for time. At this moment, his strength was only half of what he usually had.
To be frank, he would definitely be a goner if he were to face the Necromancer in this state. He was fortunate that he wouldn’t be fighting alone now.
“…!” Suddenly, a faint magical radiance streaked across the night sky.
Rhode stood and darted forward with his Crimson Blade unsheathed instantly.