Chapter 552 - 296: Battle of the Three Dragons (Part 1)

Although an unimaginable victory was achieved, successfully killing two enemy extraordinaries in one battle, even the renowned extraordinary Jora of the ’Nightmare Blade’ was slain by Raine.

But at this moment, Raine was not particularly excited or happy.

He was unable to stop ’Plague Messenger’ White Mann.

"It seems the Valzeg Continent is about to plunge into chaos." Leonore walked over, expressing his sentiment beside Raine.

"Your Highness, what do you mean?"

"Normally, only those who have reached the demigod level can descend as a projection."

"Demigod?" Raine raised his eyebrows, showing a hint of shock.

It must be noted that although he can fight against extraordinaries now, even defeating high-tier extraordinaries after stacking a sufficiently high Frost Brutality buff.

But the problem is, fundamentally, he is not yet extraordinary level, only at Classes Level 8.

Yet the true mastermind has already reached the demigod level.

Wait a moment!

Doesn’t that mean His Majesty the Emperor of the Urein Empire, Taros III, with his great ambition, should have realized the situation is entirely out of his control?

"To be exact, it’s still a bit lacking." Leonore paused and continued to explain, "White Mann accomplished this step using the Prayer Statue."

"And judging from the projection’s pressure, that one’s power should have restored to the pinnacle of legendary, a step away from demigod."

"But as the area occupied by the Black Fist Army expands, with the scale and frequency of prayers and sacrifices increasing, that one’s power will recover more rapidly."

Hearing Leonore’s exposition, Raine nodded.

He somewhat understands the direction of the entire situation.

"Raine, I need to return to the Floating City to report this matter at Violet Castle. I will also send a message to the Royal Capital."

"Raine, thank you for assisting the Soladin King in repelling the Black Fist Army’s invasion this time. This is the kingdom’s Level 1 Medal, which besides allowing you to accept all tasks issued by the ’North Continent Kingdom Alliance’ at the Adventurer’s Association, also offers you the Silver Level adventurer equivalent treatment when exchanging equipment and items."

"North Continent Kingdom Alliance?"

"Yes, to collectively resist the invasion by the Black Fist Army and the Talin Association, and also to address provocations by the Urein Empire in border regions, we have recently formed an alliance with over ten kingdoms and duchies like the Fadir Wetland Kingdom, Eldiron Kingdom, Vincent Duchy."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Slightly pondering, Raine earnestly accepted the medal.

It’s a medal made of pure gold, with the portrait of Soladin Kingdom’s first King Thor Balbin on the front.

Moreover, from a certain aspect, the kingdom is also a force, and the Adventurer’s Association is a cross-continent super large force, cooperating with various kingdoms and major forces.

The situation Leonore mentioned is precisely the special agreement between Soladin Kingdom and the Adventurer’s Association.

This exists in other kingdoms as well.

Raine has long heard of this.

Moreover, he has just thought of something, perhaps through this privilege, it will be easier to find the relevant targets.

"Henry, this is a long-distance Communication Crystal Stone. In case of any incident, I will immediately teleport back." At this moment, Leonore handed a fist-sized translucent crystal to her nephew Henry while speaking.

"I just reinforced the teleportation array on the third floor. Be sure to strengthen and arrange personnel for defense."

"Yes, aunt."

...

Half a day later.

At the Olsen Family’s crypt behind the castle.

After the priest finished the eulogy, everyone stepped forward one after another, placing a pure white rose in front of Viscount Olsen’s tombstone.

Raine did the same.

However, while placing the white rose, he glanced again at the three sentences on the tombstone:

"Here rests Connor Olsen Viscount, a loyal guardian of the kingdom, protector of Dorne City."

"A respected, true knight."

"A good father."

...

Library.

"Raine, are you looking for tasks related to the Giant Dragon?"

"Yes, preferably Red Dragons, Green Dragons, and Blue Dragons."

Hearing these words, everyone present exchanged glances.

"Raine, although we are all saddened by Viscount Olsen’s fall, wouldn’t this approach be too aggressive? Increasing strength is a matter of gradual accumulation, and if an accident occurs..."

After a moment of silence, Henry took the lead in breaking the calm.

"Indeed, Raine..."

"I feel I might be entering a period of rapid strength growth."

"Well..."

This made Henry temporarily unsure how to persuade him.

"Um... alright, you go look over at the association first, but if you’re sure, definitely inform us."

...

Dorne City Adventurer’s Association.

When Raine arrived at the association, although it was early morning, it was already bustling, crossing through the first-floor lobby, constantly hearing discussions surrounding the castle battle from yesterday:

"Hey, have you heard about it? Allegedly yesterday the new Governor Viscount Olsen’s castle was attacked, and the loss was incredibly severe."

"Really? Who would be so bold as to dare attack the Governor?"

"No clue..."

While making his way up the stairs to the second floor, the dozens of Black Iron Level adventurers there were discussing the matter as well:

"Jason, did you sense it yesterday? That level of energy fluctuation felt beyond a Fifth Level Spell."

"Yes, at least Sixth Level and above." A young man in a Mage Robe said solemnly.