Chapter 58: Mission Type, Escort (2) (1)


    Simple logic.


    During the 10th-floor defense mission, our allied soldiers and cavalry NPC allies couldnt observe us.


    However, these guys can clearly recognize us. As I approached, I felt the gaze of an enemy. It meant this wasnt an ordinary NPC.


    Eolka said, seeming perplexed.


    Well, they might not be enemies, you know?


    Theres a possibility for that too. Dont worry. I havent killed them.


    Half of them seem dead though


    Murmurs arose.


    Without warning, aical scene unfolded, attracting a crowd of onlookers.


    One witness began exining, gesturing wildly.


    Oh, well. The soldier suddenly copsed with a nosebleed. And the guy next to him, well, he did something too! He banged his head against the wall on his own. Like this, like this!


    The man with his head shaved pretended to smash his head against the wall.


    Thanks to the spectators, the path to the square became a bit quieter. I grabbed the horn hanging from the soldiers neck and tossed it into the sewer.


    Lets go. Were running out of time.


    We crossed the gate and entered the square.


    The square was packed with people, so densely crowded that it was impossible to move. The noise from hundreds of voices filled the surroundings. I tuned my ears to the chatter.


    Its said that if you touch it just once, you wont have any more wishes.


    I dont believe that. Probably just nonsense.


    Who are you to suspect anyone? Youre a guy who spends the whole day drinking.


    Well, you brat? Want to die?


    Come at me if you dare, you old fart. Youve been bothering me for a while now.


    Most of the conversations were meaningless, but among them, there were repeated words.


    Him.


    They referred to someone with a pronoun, not a name.


    It seemed that he was the reason so many people had gathered in the square.


    Its highly likely to be him.


    In the middle of the square stood a grand and splendid building reminiscent of a castle.


    Is that the Silver Hall?


    Yes.


    It was about 20 meters tall, with white marble walls and stained ss windows that shimmered with iridescent colors. On the domed roof stood statues depicting twin goddesses. The walls were intricately carved with mysteriousndscapes and patterns.


    Peoples attention was focused on the Silver Hall, particrly on one spot within it.


    A terrace stood 15 meters high.


    Look, Oppa. Someone seems to being out.


    Jenna pointed to the entrance of the terrace.


    And indeed, someone wasing out. It was an old man, dressed in a white priests robe. He nced across the crowd and then tapped his staff on the ground.


    [Everyone, be quiet!]


    A deep and authoritative voice spread across the entire square.


    Themotion that had been going on came to a sudden stop as people fell silent.


    Eolka murmured.


    Theyre using magic.


    [The sessor of the Sun has arrived. Do not cause a disturbance!]


    Time is being wasted.


    We werent here for sightseeing.


    The countdown was still ticking down, little by little.


    We will enter the temple.


    Inside the temple?


    Yes.


    It wasnt clear who we need to protect.


    There wasnt enough information. But there was no time to hesitate. It was time to make a decision. If such an event urred in the stage, it was highly likely that the guarded individual was a key figure in the event.


    Decisions need to be made quickly.


    I turned my gaze to the entrance of the temple.


    Soldiers d in armor were arranged beside the doorway with wings carved in relief. They were rigorously controlling who could enter. Suddenly, my eyes met with those of one soldier.


    I drew my sword from its scabbard.


    The soldiers eyes widened in astonishment.


    They can see us too.


    With my sword outstretched, I approached the entrance.


    Soldiers swarmed in. A man who seemed to be the leader stepped forward with a cautious expression.


    What are you guys?


    Step aside. Unless you want to get hurt.


    The temple is off-limits! Are you heretics?


    Heretics?


    Thats right. We serve the goddess


    I knocked over the ster statue of a goddess next to me.


    The statues waist snapped, and it shattered into pieces.


    Is this what you call heresy?


    You, you crazy bastard! Kill him!


    Apanied by sound effects, a warning window appeared.


    [Warning!]


    [Human Soldier Lv.13] X ?


    [Unknown Enemy Lv.???] X ?


    It was abat message indicating the appearance of enemies.


    So its the correct answer, huh.


    Phew, you. Youre really aggressive.


    Are you guys also believers of some kind of goddess cult or something?


    No.


    I only believe in myself. And Oppa.


    Aaron drew his spear.


    Jenna nocked an arrow.


    Well pierce through them and enter the temple. The target were guarding should be in there.


    ng!


    The soldiers simultaneously drew their weapons. Swords, spears, and halberds.


    Exterminate the heretics!


    Following the orders of their leader, the soldiers rushed forward.


    I put on my shield with my left hand and spoke.


    Push through.


    Yes!


    The soldier at the front swung his halberd.


    After deflecting it with my shield, I thrust my sword into his throat.


    Gah! Ugh!


    Amidst coughing up froth, the soldier behind him thrust his spear. As I turned my torso, the spear grazed the side of my leather armor. It bent, and my sword de pierced through thin steel, cutting through flesh.


    Gaaah!


    Yaaah!


    Another soldier charged with a halberd in hand. I crouched down and used my shield to sweep him off his feet. He spun in the air and I waved my sword downward.


    Dont engage them one by one. Run to the inside!


    Theres no need to fight them all.


    I swept aside the soldier charging at me and started running, the other three followed my suit.


    Among the people gathered in the square, some discovered the bodies.


    Ugh! What the a person, a person is dead!


    A high-pitched scream echoed through the square.


    We entered the stairs leading to the gate.


    The leader swung his sword and shouted.


    Block them! Protect the temple from the heretics!


    St!


    Thunk!


    An arrow pierced the leaders forehead.


    Jenna shot arrows at the soldiers following us as she ran up the stairs. She aimed at their legs and arms. Soldiers hidden beside the stone pirs beside the stairs revealed themselves.


    Ignore them! We dont have time.


    Aaron thrust his spear into the soldier guarding the door.


    Thud!


    I kicked open the door that led to the temples interior.


    Once I confirmed Eolka had entered as well, I closed the door behind her.


    Eolka.


    I know!


    Eolka quickly chanted a spell.


    A piece of wood from inside the temple rose by itself and got wedged between the door handles.


    Thump! Thump!


    Loud banging on the door echoed from outside.


    A middle-aged priest who had been reading a book on the altar opened his eyes wide.


    Wh-who are you people? How did you get here


    I quickly surveyed the interior.


    There were passages to the left and right.


    Seven soldiers holding weapons burst out from the passage on the right and drew their weapons.


    Who dares intrude here!


    Clear them out and then follow me.


    What about you, Oppa?


    Ill go first.


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