Chapter 347 - Was a Two-Pronged Approach, Each Making Progress
Chapter 347: Was a Two-Pronged Approach, Each Making Progress
“You want me to follow you? Why?”
Vincent looked at Dave and asked despite knowing the answer.
After listening to the conversation between the guard leader and Horace, Vincent realized that Dave, the son of the City Lord, must be very depressed.
This was because he could not find anyone to trust in his life, just like how he did not know who would save him earlier. The feeling of helplessness and loneliness made Dave eager to support someone that he could trust, and Vincent took the opportunity to come to his side.
However, it was difficult for Vincent to disguise himself as a Dark Elf because he could not use demonic aura at all, so he could only lie about his level and disguise himself as a level 25 creature. He just labeled himself as a gifted dark elf. Only then could he stay by Dave’s side in a more reasonable manner.
Dave stood up and looked at the stream in front of him with a gloomy face. He said in a deep voice, “When you saved me just now, you could have died in Horace’s hands if you were just a little careless. I have two friends who are good to me, but they won’t die for me. You are the first person who had risked his life to save me, so I will use my way to reward you! I will make you stronger so that you can get a higher position in Devil Flame City in the future. One day, I will take over the position of the City Lord. At that time, you will become the strongest person in Devil Flame City. How about it? Do you want to come with me?”
Vincent quickly stood up and said with a serious face, “I am willing to serve you!”
Dave patted Vincent’s shoulder and said with a smile, “Good, very good! Now, as my personal guard, you can go back with me!”
Vincent thought for a moment. He then said to Dave with an embarrassed face, “Since Your Highness is so good to me, then there are some things that I don’t want to hide from you. Actually, there is a reason why I came all the way here from Dark Yuan City. I once made a big mistake and was sentenced to death by fire. Only by capturing those foreign races can I be exempted from the punishment. So if the others find out that I have stayed by Your Highness’s side, not only will I be taken to be executed, I’m afraid it will also cause a lot of criticism to Your Highness!”
Vincent had previously fabricated his identity to Dave; his previous identity would not be able to withstand investigation at all. That was why Vincent had once again made up a lie after gaining Dave’s trust. This was because he believed that Dave currently did not have the ability to go to Dark Yuan City to destroy the death list. However, Dave definitely had the ability to arrange a more realistic identity for him!
Dave did not take Vincent seriously. He just replied, “That’s simple. In the future, if anyone asks, your name will still be Vincent. However, you grew up in Devil Flame City. You are also the guard that I personally hired to protect me in the dark. Regarding your identity, I will find someone to verify it. That way, no one will be able to find out the relationship between you and Dark Yuan City!”
Vincent nodded and said, “Thank you, Your Highness!”
“You’re welcome. Follow me and work hard. As long as you’re sincere, you can become my brother from now on!” said Dave with a smile. He then strode into the forest.
Vincent smiled and continued to follow behind Dave. Only then did he realize that he had somewhat underestimated this son of the City Lord.
Although he looked childish, his intelligence and temperament were all top-notch. His ability to win others over with a smile was at the pinnacle of perfection. It was simply unbelievable. This was something that a child could not usually do.
“What a pity. Such a good seedling actually believes in Gajero!”
Vincent sighed silently in his heart. At the same time, an immature little idea arose in his mind.
When he returned to the forest, the guard leader, Miller, who had lost his target at the critical moment, was leading the remaining Dark Elves to dig three feet underground. He vowed to find Horace’s whereabouts. Otherwise, he would not be able to go back and face the City Lord.
As for Bowen and Albert, who had previously acted like nobles, were left aside. They were ignored by the other Dark Elves.
The two youths who had just witnessed a bloody battle did not dare to speak. They could only stand quietly by the side and wait for the guards to finish digging the ground before returning to the city. This was because they still needed their protection.
When Dave, who had rushed back with Vincent, saw the scene, his eyes could not help but flash with a trace of anger. These men had not even thought of looking for his whereabouts. They did not care about his life and death at all, and the reason why these soldiers dared to do this must be because of his father’s ruthlessness!
“Miller, what are you doing?”
Dave forced himself to hide the anger in his eyes. He walked forward to ask the guard leader with a flustered expression.
Miller, who was in a hurry to find the assassin, turned around and saw that Dave had returned safe and sound. He hurriedly said, “Your Highness! Just now, your subordinate failed to protect you and almost injured you. I am now leading the elves to search for the whereabouts of the assassin. We must capture him and avenge Your Highness!”
Dave frowned and asked, “The assassin escaped?”
Miller nodded with a face full of guilt.
Dave narrowed his eyes. In his heart, he had already cursed Miller countless times. This leader of the guards, who had the strength of a level 40 creature, had already made preparations beforehand. He had used the son of the City Lord as bait but still allowed the assassin who was right in front of him to escape!
Dave did not dare to imagine what would happen if Vincent had not saved him. He would have died without any value. Even the murderer who killed him would escape successfully.
In Dave’s opinion, Miller was useless trash to him. He was far from being as reliable as Vincent, who was only a level 25 creature.
Due to the guilt in his heart, Miller had always stood in front of Dave with his head lowered. He did not see the malicious expression on his face at that moment.
However, Dave did not speak for a long time which made Miller feel very afraid in his heart. After all, if the City Lord’s son died, then the City Lord would definitely not attack him for the sake of a dead son.
But Dave was still alive and Miller’s mission had failed. When he returned to Devil Flame City, the City Lord would definitely punish him for his son who was still alive. At the same time, he also lost Horace. When the time came, he might encounter a huge disaster!
After thinking about it, Miller could not help but shiver. He wanted to find a topic to break the cold atmosphere.
Miller raised his head slightly and saw Vincent standing behind Dave. He could not help but ask curiously, “Who is this?”
Vincent looked at Miller expressionlessly and did not say anything. His cold and aloof look made Miller carefully size up the creature that had suddenly appeared.
Dave suddenly took a step forward and blocked Miller’s line of sight. He said in a deep voice, “He is the personal guard that I have spent a lot of money to hire. If it weren’t for him, I’m afraid that you and your subordinates would have to send my dead body back to the city. So you should thank him properly!”
Miller was stunned when he heard this because he could hear the strong resentment in Dave’s tone. He quickly lowered his head and said, “Your subordinate’s guard is not good enough, and I deserve to die! Please forgive me, Your Highness!”
Dave looked at Miller who was bowing quietly, and strong killing intent appeared in his eyes. However, after he took a deep breath, a spoiled smile appeared on his face once again.
“What are you saying? I’m fine, right? With the abilities of those assassins, I’m afraid they won’t be able to kill me. So, you don’t have to feel too much psychological pressure. You just need to thank my guard properly. After all, he has shared your work!”
Dave smiled as he helped Miller up and spoke to him earnestly. He then ignored Miller’s reaction and walked straight towards Bowen and Albert.
“You two brats. When the assassins appeared just now, you still knew how to protect me. It’s really worth it for me to treat you so well on a daily basis. Unlike some who do not know how to return the favor no matter how good I am to him!”
Dave smiled and teased Bowen and Albert, but his words made Miller shiver.
Vincent walked to Miller’s side. He smiled slightly and said, “Sir, it’s a pleasure to meet you! In the future, our works will definitely overlap. I hope that you will take care of us more. After all, I can’t always carry His Highness away from the assassin’s blade!”
Miller quickly smiled and said, “You have reminded me that everything that had happened is thanks to you. Otherwise, I would have made a big mistake. I wonder, where are you from? When we return to Devil Flame City, I will definitely give you a great reward!”
Vincent said frankly, “I am from Devil Flame City. It’s just that I had a very miserable life before. His Highness is the only one who appreciates me!”
Miller frowned slightly when he heard that. It was not that he did not believe that there would be an expert in the city. It was just that he had never received any news before that His Highness Dave had hired bodyguards privately.
Moreover, Vincent’s appearance earlier was too coincidental. How could a professional bodyguard only appear when the master was about to die under the assassin’s blade? The timing of Vincent’s appearance was more like a coincidence.
However, Miller was unable to confirm his suspicions at that moment. At the same time, he was currently in a lot of trouble. He did not have the time to care about Vincent’s matters. Moreover, in order for His Highness Dave to not hold a grudge against him, he would have to prepare a generous gift for Vincent after returning to the city. This might make His Highness feel much better.
Vincent did not pay attention to the gratitude that Miller spoke of. He walked straight towards Dave, who was conversing with his two best friends. He played the role of a guard very sensibly and stood silently behind Dave.
“His Highness was carried out by this warrior just now. I wonder who he is?”
Albert looked at Vincent, who had just stolen his limelight, and asked Dave. He asked as if he was facing a great enemy.
Dave introduced him with a smug look on his face, “This is Vincent, a death prisoner that I once picked up by the roadside. In order to repay his kindness, he has been following me in the dark and acting as my personal bodyguard. He just made a great contribution today, so I don’t want him to hide in the dark anymore. The two of you should think of a way to get him an open and aboveboard identity. He is someone from Devil Flame City. His background must be believable. It’s best if no one can find any flaws with it!”
When Albert and Bowen heard this, they immediately realized that Vincent was just a lowly death row prisoner. His status was thousands of miles below their own. As such, he could not possibly threaten their position beside His Highness, Dave. Thus, they just replied, “Rest assured, Your Highness. Leave the matter to us. My elder brother has a lover who is in charge of the records room in Devil Flame City. As long as we speak to her, we can create a genuine identity file for him!”
Dave nodded in satisfaction and said, “Very good. Remember to keep this matter a secret. I don’t want anyone to find out about this!”
“Yes!”
Albert nodded in response. Dave turned around and patted Vincent on the shoulder. They then walked straight in the direction of Devil Flame City.
Albert and Bowen looked at Dave who left. They then turned to look at the guards who were still digging the ground. They could not help but ask in a loud voice, “Your Highness, it’s dangerous now. Where are you going?”
Dave turned his back to the crowd and said loudly, “Of course I’m going back to the city! I’m not worried about any danger with Vincent here!”
Albert and Bowen could not help but look at His Highness, Dave with admiration. They did not have the courage to do so. Hence, they could only continue to stand there and wait for the guards to finish digging the ground.
…
Vincent and Dave were walking on the road heading to Devil Flame City. Suddenly, Vincent looked at Dave, who had a deep mind and was also good at enduring, and said softly, “About what Your Highness said earlier… Your Highness has placed his own safety on me alone. It makes me feel a little uneasy!”
Dave could not help but chuckle and replied, “Don’t worry, I’m not that stupid! I know your strength clearly. It’s more than enough to bring me home. It’s still a little lacking to protect me overall. However, I am certain that there won’t be any danger on the way back to the city. That’s why I dare to swagger back to the city with just you!”
Vincent nodded his head in admiration. He then asked, “Then how did Your Highness ensure that the journey back would be safe?”
Dave appeared to be very patient when facing Vincent’s questions. He waited for an opportunity to reply, “That’s simple. That’s because those assassins only dared to ambush me in the forest. This shows that they don’t have the courage or the conditions to openly assassinate me on the main road. Even if those two assassins managed to escape, they would definitely have injuries on their bodies. If they want to take the risk to kill me now, that would be courting death! This does not fit the logic of an assassin, nor does it fit Horace’s shocking way of doing things. He is the number one assassin in the jungle! I’ve heard so much about him that my ears are about to get calluses!”
Vincent nodded and said, “Your Highness is strategic and intelligent. In the future, Your Highness will definitely grow into a strong individual. I admire you!”
Dave nodded slightly, seemingly satisfied with Vincent’s praise. His footsteps were light as he walked on the road leading to the Devil Flame City.
…
In the depths of the forest on the other side, Avril and Angelina, along with the injured elf girl, ran all the way to the center of the mountain range. When they saw that there were no pursuers chasing after them, they felt relieved and finally put the girl down.
“Mind your own business. I want to go back and save Master!”
The elf girl did not appreciate the kindness of the two girls in saving her life. Instead, she looked at Avril and Angelina with resentment. She covered her wound and was prepared to turn back.
Avril held the elf girl down and said in a deep voice, “It’s too late for you to go back now. Besides, nothing might even happen to your master. You’d better rest and recover!”
The elf girl was no match for Avril at this time. Avril had the body of a war god. She could only be held down on the ground with a reluctant look. Angelina bandaged her wounds and fed her a healing pill.
Although the elf girl struggled to get up, she knew that the two aliens in front of her wanted to save her, so she took the pill obediently.
The pill began to take effect immediately after consumption. The elf girl closed her eyes slightly and felt a warm current spread from her abdomen to her entire body. The wound that was still painful from before had become a little numb. It seemed to have begun to heal.
The elf girl slowly opened her eyes and looked at Avril and Angelina. Her tone was much gentler than before as she said, “Thank you for saving me, but I still have to go back and find my master. Please let go of me!”
Avril looked at the stubborn elf girl in front of her and immediately became even more stubborn than she was. She held onto the elf girl and refused to let go.
Angelina, who was squatting at the side, said to the elf girl, “Don’t be in a hurry to leave. No matter what, we are your saviors. You should at least tell us your name.”
“My name is Andy. Can you let me go now? I really have to go find my master!” said the elf girl to Angelina impatiently.
After seeing that she could not delay any longer, Angelina could only turn to look at her sister helplessly, indicating that she could only rely on her brute force to solve the problem.
At that moment, an invisible door suddenly appeared in the air behind the three of them. Ebenezer carried Horace out of the air and lowered his head to say to Andy, “There’s no need to find him. Your master is here!”
After saying that, Ebenezer threw Horace off his shoulder.
Horace, who was surrounded by everyone earlier, had escaped unscathed. He looked at Ebenezer in shock. He then turned to look at Avril and Angelina, as well as Andy, who was seriously injured. He quickly walked up to her and asked, “Andy, how are you?”
Andy shook her head to indicate that she was fine. She then asked with joy, “Master, it’s good that you’re okay. Seeing that you have returned safe and sound, did we succeed?”
Horace shook his head awkwardly and sighed helplessly, “I failed! A Dark Elf suddenly appeared and carried the son of the City Lord away. I was lucky enough to escape alive!”
Ebenezer could not help but say, “Eh? What do you mean by lucky? I have been guarding you the whole time. As long as my master wants to save you, you are always safe!”
Horace turned to look at Ebenezer again. The ability that he displayed was too strange. He could travel through space via a tunnel freely. It was a magical method that he had never seen before in his life. Just how terrifying was this person’s master?
Horace asked cautiously, “Who is your master?”
Ebenezer looked up at Avril and Angelina. At that moment, he did not know where his master was, so he could only ask the two women.
Avril turned to look at Horace and sighed softly, “It’s the guy who carried away the son of the City Lord just now but he’s not a Dark Elf. He is a human!”
Horace frowned even more and asked in surprise, “Human? Then why are you here?”