Chapter 68 – Slay the Mighty Foe!

Volume 2: Battlefield Between Two Worlds

The Black-robed Man gave a slight nod as he looked at the Military Uniform Trio, who remained motionless. Then, he turned and gave chase toward the woods.

Seeing the Black-robed Man resort to lethal force, the others had already fled the scene.

"You're just going to ignore this?" Sequence 29 looked at Wen Yu and Chu Ziling with a hint of disdain.

Wen Yu let out a scoff, not even deigning to answer such an idiotic question.

Chu Ziling, however, shot back, "If you're so capable, why don't you go after him? Stop putting on that holier-than-thou act!"

"Heh, once the Apocalypse arrived, it gave monsters as cold-blooded as you such immense power. This world really is unfair!"

"I got this power by putting my life on the line. That's what's fair! Who are you to teach me how to act? Besides, considering the uniform you're wearing, you're the one ignoring it while trying to lecture me? You're a disgrace to those clothes!"

"You…"

"You what? If you've got a problem, let's fight. We'll see who's left to pick up the pieces then."

Standing some distance away, Wen Yu saw Chu Ziling and Sequence 29's argument growing more heated, yet neither showed the slightest intention of actually making a move. He couldn't help but shake his head.

Dammit, they're actually bickering. What a waste of time.

Wen Yu no longer bothered with their childish debate over right and wrong. He walked directly toward the nearby corpses.

He picked up an E-Rank Steel Blade from one of the bodies, found a shaded spot, and sat down cross-legged to rest and focus his mind.

A slight itching sensation at his wound indicated that the healing process was progressing well. Meanwhile, Wen Yu began simulating the combat capabilities of the Military Uniform Trio in his mind.

First was the sniper. That man's damage potential was terrifying to the extreme. If Wen Yu hadn't reacted quickly, he would have undoubtedly been killed by a headshot.

If combat broke out again, that man had to be the priority target!

Judging by Monkey's equipment, he was a powerful heavy-weapons specialist. Based on Wen Yu's experience from his previous life, such a person served as fire suppression in squad-based combat, preventing anyone from approaching key personnel. In their current team, the sniper was definitely the one being protected.

Alternatively, he could be used for a heavy assault. The sheer killing power his arsenal could unleash in a short burst was something no one else present could hope to match!

As for Sequence 29, he was likely the 'sharp blade' of the group.

From their brief clash earlier, Wen Yu could tell he was a close-quarters combatant.

His role in the team was to entangle and control the enemy.

If a fight started, Sequence 29 would confront Wen Yu head-on, while Monkey provided fire support and the big man delivered the killing blow.

It was a near-perfect tactical combination, and that was exactly what was giving Wen Yu a headache.

"They won't be easy to deal with."

Wen Yu narrowed his eyes, looking at Chu Ziling and Sequence 29, who were still arguing. A thoughtful look crossed his face.

"Chu Ziling is also a problem. Once he gets his hands on a Treasure Chest, no one will be able to catch him. Then there's that strange Black-robed Man from earlier; his ability might even allow for the direct Manipulation of Pandora's Box! Every single one of them is a major headache."

If Wen Yu tried to hog the upcoming Pandora's Box all for himself, it would be nothing more than a pipe dream.

"Unless…"

Wen Yu narrowed his eyes as a plan formed.

"I don't know if it'll work, but I'll give it a try for now!"

"Hey, Chu Ziling, right? I have a proposal. Care to hear it?"

As Wen Yu spoke, Chu Ziling immediately ended his bickering with Sequence 29.

"Speak."

He spat out the single word with an air of immense arrogance, drawing a sigh from Wen Yu.

It seemed this fellow had made being arrogant his daily routine.

"How about the two of us tea-"

Before Wen Yu could finish saying the word "team up," a thunderous explosion drew everyone's attention!

The sound came from the woods not far away.

Following that explosion came a second, then a third…

Finally, a figure stumbled out, running toward them. Before he even got close, the figure was shouting at the top of his lungs.

"Save me! Someone save me, quickly!"

Wen Yu's heart tightened instantly because the person appearing in everyone's sight was none other than Sequence 23!

The calm, slightly crazed expression he once wore was gone, replaced by a look of terror and desperation.

Just as Wen Yu was about to move, a massive flash of sword light filled everyone's vision!

Silver light flickered, as poignantly beautiful as a crescent moon!

But hidden behind it was an unparalleled killing intent!

"It's over…"

Sequence 23 had just turned his head when he saw the world filled with silver light.

Before Sequence 23 could process any final thoughts, he was struck head-on by the massive sword light!

This time, it wasn't a boom that rang out, but the sickening "crunch" of tearing flesh and bone.

Sequence 23 was torn to shreds on the spot by that single stroke of sword light!

Wen Yu's forward step halted abruptly. He narrowed his eyes, quietly watching the figure rumbling forward from behind the exploding mist of blood.

The newcomer wore a set of heavy armor that looked incredibly weighty and carried a giant two-handed sword that shimmered with a cold light. He had a head of golden hair and a handsome face.

But what Wen Yu cared about most was the power of the Skill he had just witnessed.

This man's Physical Attributes were even higher than Wen Yu's own while in his Combat State. If he wasn't mistaken, this man was a Level 3 Class Holder!

Behind this man was a figure very familiar to Wen Yu-Sun Ruixing.

"Younger Brother Wen Yu…"

Seeing Wen Yu, Sun Ruixing greeted him with a slightly embarrassed expression.

In Sun Ruixing's mind, he was on Wen Yu's side, yet here he was, standing behind the opposition.

"Mm."

Wen Yu nodded to Sun Ruixing, not bothered by such small details.

"And this is?"

Wen Yu raised an eyebrow at Sun Ruixing inquisitively.

Before Sun Ruixing could speak, the man in heavy armor stepped forward to introduce himself.

"My name is William, and I am from the United Kingdom. My deepest apologies. I just saw this beast slaughtering innocents outside, and the Knight's code forbade me from turning a blind eye to such behavior. I hope I haven't caused everyone any trouble."

William performed a very standard Knight's salute to the group. However, the words coming out of his mouth and his archaic movements made Wen Yu feel incredibly awkward.

"Uh, actually, you killing him does cause a bit of a problem."

Wen Yu hesitated for a moment, but sensing that while this William was strange, he seemed like someone he could communicate with, he began to vent.

"Do you see that guy standing in the tree trying to look like a total badass?"

Wen Yu pointed toward Chu Ziling, who was not far away.

"Pardon me, but what does 'badass' mean in this context?"

William's bright eyes looked at Wen Yu with utter confusion.

This left Wen Yu feeling quite embarrassed.

"Never mind the word, that's not the point. The point is…"