《The game has become a real alternate world》


 Chapter 1: The Game Becomes Reality

    Chapter 1 - 1: The Game Becomes Reality"Hmm!"


    A muffled groan, and Hongchen opened his eyes.


    What greeted him was a dimly-lit room.


    "Boom!"


    A thunderous clap from outside descended.


    The light it brought, through the shattered windows, illuminated the room.


    "Your Highness, you''re awake? How are you feeling now?"


    A female voice came from beside him, and Hongchen felt himself being helped up.


    It was then he realized his whole body felt weak and sore, as if falling apart.


    Hongchen looked at the woman who was helping him up.


    In the dim room, he couldn''t make out her features, only that her face was smeared with dirt.


    So hard.


    He then noticed the woman was wearing a somewhat damaged piece of armor.


    "Alyris." Hongchen blurted out.


    "Your Highness, I am here." Alyris''s voice was gentle, yet it still carried a raspiness.


    How do I know her name? Hongchen couldn''t help but wonder.


    As this question arose, the identity of the person before him surfaced automatically in his mind.


    Yes, Alyris, the Guardian Knight arranged by the mother.


    Mother? Where do I have a mom? Wasn''t I motherless?


    His memories began to twist and intertwine with various information.


    It was this body''s mother, but from what he recalled, she''s gone too.


    "Your Highness, are you alright?"


    Listening to Alyris''s concerned words, Hongchen''s head felt slightly clearer, and he nodded at her.


    "I''m fine."


    He had crossed over, into the game he used to play.


    His current name is Kana Safro Sat.


    This name sounds so familiar, where have I heard it? In past life memories.


    That''s right, I remember, isn''t this the Joker?


    I am actually the Clown Emperor!


    Kana was taken aback; this was an NPC character within the game he used to play.


    Players affectionately called him the Clown Prince, Clown Emperor.


    Why does he have such a title? Naturally, because this NPC had numerous clownish moves in the game, and happened to be a prince of a ruined kingdom.


    In order to restore the country, he often did outrageous actions, the designated boss for the April Fool''s event dungeon.


    Officially got involved.


    This is not the time to think about these things, Hongchen or rather Kana shook his head and examined his surroundings.


    The environment around him unmistakably indicated that the place he was in was unsafe.


    Damp air carried a moldy smell mixed with a metallic blood scent, and the dry rust taste in his mouth also revealed his poor condition.


    Amidst the continuous thunder, a heavy rain was drenching the outside.


    "The useless prince has awakened, damn it, really got killed by this bastard."


    A crude, raspy voice came from nearby.


    Kana turned to look, and there at the stairs of the house, sat three soldiers.


    One of them was speaking.


    "Insolent! How dare you disrespect his Highness!"


    "Tch, still think yourself as a noble prince, huh? This country is finished, you know? All because of you damned nobles!"


    Another soldier yelled in their direction.


    "Shut up!" a lowered voice immediately scolded.


    It was the final soldier who hadn''t spoken, and with his words, the room quieted down.


    "Keep your mouth closed, do you know where we are now? Do you want to get killed?"


    He spoke in a hushed tone, turning his head towards the window, cautiously scouting.


    As he gradually regained control over his body, Kana could start to hear the incongruent sharp screams amidst the rain.


    Occasionally, there were cries coming from the stormy night.


    We are still fleeing for our lives.


    Recent memories began to revive in his mind.


    Noble as the prince of a country, albeit the Fourth Prince. This country, as the soldier said, was already destroyed.


    He quickly matched previous knowledge of the game''s background to the region and forces.


    Safro - Land of Freedom


    At the game''s start, this country was already devastated, or perhaps because not long after its fall, the story began.


    A new race emerged within this nation, paralleling vampires in design, known as the Blood Race.


    Due to the world''s style, this Blood Race was designed like vampires, but far more repulsive.


    Said to be a race of wisdom, yet categorizing them as monsters posed no issue whatsoever.


    In fact, it might be more fitting.


    Kana''s mind started to race, quickly contrasting and contemplating memories from his past life and this body.


    I haven''t turned into a vampire yet; my Guardian Knight Alyris hasn''t turned into one either.


    The blood disaster must have started not long ago, the country has fallen, and we are amidst fleeing.


    From his memories, he gathered.


    They should have already left the Royal Capital, which by now should be the Blood Race''s base camp.


    "Where are we now? Alyris," Kana asked.


    "In a village outside Giant Rock City, apologies your Highness, I do not know the name of this village." Alyris''s voice sounded unsure but still loyal as she answered. sea??h th§× n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    "Our prince finally got his head smashed, huh?" The soldier remarked sarcastically from a short distance.


    "Shut up, Matt, save your energy."


    Once again, the Soldier Captain stopped his subordinate''s snide remarks.


    Looking in Kana''s direction, he responded in a hushed voice, "Rubble Village, that''s the name of this village."


    Giant Rock City I know, Rubble Village... never heard of this area name.


    But if they''ve reached Giant Rock City, then it''s certain this village is where in the game, the original storyline captured him.


    Once as a gamer, playing a game named "Stone of Creation," Kana went through the personal storyline of the Clown Emperor.


    In his recollections, watching how he fell from a noble prince to a fallen ruler overnight.


    And how during the escape, he was caught, dragged back, and transformed into part of the Blood Race base camp Royal Capital.


    The moment he was captured during the escape was just outside Giant Rock City, which should be here.


    Should he willingly transform into the Blood Race?


    The very thought of this option was immediately dismissed in his mind.


    No way, absolutely not.


    The present Blood Race is purely monstrous; perhaps the later version of pure Blood Race might be okay.


    He had to find a way to leave here; the memories of this body have aligned with his past gameplay experiences.


    Undoubtedly, this is the game he played, "Stone of Creation."


    If he truly crossed into this world, given his knowledge of late-stage plot developments.


    Using his identity as a high-level player and storyline enthusiast, unless the plot turns drastically, he could certainly make some impact in this world.


    The notion of joining the Blood Race was out of question; that is utterly anti-human factor.


    Determined in this situation, setting goals, Kana forcibly endured the soreness and struggled to sit up.


    Alyris helping him, also cautiously watched over him.


    "Those monsters are coming, Captain, quickly leave, if you don''t go now, there will be no chance."


    Some howling noises grew closer; the rain and thunder almost couldn''t drown them out.


    The Soldier Captain looked at Kana and Alyris.


    The soldier beside him said, "Stop thinking, Captain, quickly go, taking these two with us, we definitely won''t escape."


    Alyris immediately pleaded, "No, the prince can still move, please take him with you."


    Kana noticed then, Alyris''s left leg was bent irregularly.


    While escaping, this was terribly fatal.


    "We won''t carry a shouting waste, that will only hasten our deaths.


    Our brothers have already died for this waste, not killing him here is proof of our loyalty."


    As he spoke, he tugged on his Captain.


    "Let''s go, don''t look at them, they''re beyond saving, this country too.


    We can flee to Cohen, worst-case scenario become mercenaries."


    The soldier scouting earlier also came over to advise, "Yes, Captain, let''s go, or else none of us will survive."


    The Captain seemed determined: "Sorry."


    Once said, they proceeded downstairs.


    "No, at least take His Highness."


    "Alright, no more talking."


    Kana covered Alyris''s mouth, carefully approaching the window to look outside.

 Chapter 2 Blood Race Reconnaissance Team

    Chapter 2 - 2 Blood Race Reconnaissance TeamIn the rainy night outside the window.


    Amidst the flashes of lightning and thunder, inhuman creatures are approaching.


    A giant bat flaps its wings in the sky, its terrifying form revealed under the light of the storm. Unlike a normal bat, its body looks disturbingly humanoid.


    It''s like a creature from a fantasy setting, some kind of bat monster.


    Below it, on the town street.


    Two hunched monsters, crawling on the ground.


    Occasionally standing on two legs, they seem to be sniffing the air.


    "A giant bat, two ghouls, classic combination."


    "What?" Alyris asked, a bit puzzled.


    Although they''ve been running for their lives and battling these creatures, they never categorized them before and simply called them monsters until now.


    "The names of the monsters, hold on, don''t move."


    Kana suddenly said, pressing against Alyris beside him, retreating his head as well, staying perfectly still.


    The situation occurred abruptly, and although Alyris was confused, she obeyed the command, becoming as motionless as a statue.


    An invisible wave approached.


    The two experienced tinnitus amidst the thunder.


    Its manifestation is slightly different from a game, but not much.


    Kana thought to himself.


    This is a method of probing used by the giant bat; if you slightly over-move during the wave, you''ll easily be detected.


    Even in such a stormy, thunderous night.


    The manifestation would cause a slight tinnitus in most circumstances.


    The tinnitus fading from strong to weak indicates that the probing sound wave passed through them without detection.


    If the tinnitus suddenly appears and then fades, it feels like an illusion. If you happen to be moving, you''ll be spotted.


    Without understanding how this mechanism works, no one would notice the anomaly, leading the giant bat to discover their hiding spot.


    Especially since such creatures have just started appearing.


    "Ha-Oh!"


    In the intervals between thunder, the howl of a ghoul below can be heard.


    Looks like those three soldiers are done for.


    "We can move now. We have to leave here. First, take off your armor; it will give away our position."


    Alyris''s armor is severely damaged and makes a very crisp sound, easily revealing them.


    Moreover, she''s having trouble moving.


    "But..." Hearing this, Alyris wanted to refuse.


    "Listen to me, Alyris, we must escape from here."


    "...Alright."


    Alyris relented, nodding her head.


    Her left leg was already fractured, making it very inconvenient to wear full body armor.


    With that said, she began removing the armor.


    After a little while, Kana checked the situation outside, noticing the silence behind him.


    "What''s wrong?"


    "I''m sorry, Your Highness, I can''t remove it alone."


    Indeed, this isn''t a game; you can''t just change outfits with a click. Kana snapped back to reality.


    "Then let me help you."


    Kana got right to it, no hesitation.


    But as soon as he touched it, he realized the problem; how is he supposed to take this off?


    In games, it doesn''t get realistic to the point where you have to slowly put it on yourself.


    "Your Highness, from here..."


    Alyris instructed while watching Kana work, her thoughts unknown.


    Soon, the outer armor was removed, revealing the lightweight inner armor Alyris was wearing, providing a bit of defense.


    "Let''s go, we need to leave this building first."


    Saying that, Kana helped Alyris up and handed her the sword beside her.


    Alyris, once standing, pointed to the corner next to them.


    "Your Highness...your sword."


    "Oh." Kana nodded in realization, retrieving the sword from the corner.


    Looking at the sword in his hand, Kana''s eyes lit up.


    [Crimson Swing]


    But judging by its appearance, it seems to be the version not yet tainted by crimson power.


    Without the crimson dark special effect, it actually looks more handsome.


    Reining in his thoughts, now is not the time to ponder these things, he fastened the sword to his waist.


    He quickly supported Alyris downstairs.


    The old wooden house creaked loudly under their swift movements.


    "Your Highness, we''re making too much noise, it might attract the enemy."


    They escaped from the Royal Capital''s palace to here, encountering these unprecedented monsters along the way.


    Alyris was quite aware of how acute these monsters'' hearing was.


    "Don''t worry now, they''ve been distracted by the soldiers just now. Let''s take this opportunity."


    Saying this, she quickly went downstairs, and as soon as she reached the nearby broken opening to leave, she heard screams in the distance.


    It was clearly a man''s voice.


    "It''s Matt." Alyris recognized whose scream it was.


    Was it that foul-mouthed soldier?


    Following them might increase survival chances. Of course, this was only from Kana''s current perspective.


    "This is an opportunity." Kana said, immediately supporting Alyris as they swiftly stepped through the muddy water under the pouring rain, navigating the town''s alleys.


    "Which way?" Kana asked, his mind filled with some vague memories that became clearer the closer he got to the time of his crossing.


    But the original owner was just the original owner; his mind was completely devoid of useful information, filled only with panic and curses.


    "That way, that''s the town exit." Alyris pointed to the other side of the town.


    So, they had just hidden when they entered the town.


    The thunder rumbled incessantly.


    Suddenly, Kana stopped, pressing Alyris''s shoulder firmly.


    Alyris instantly understood, and the two stayed in the shadows.


    The feeling of tinnitus came once again.


    Even though remaining still twice was accompanied by slight tinnitus, Alyris immediately captured the crucial information despite her poor state.


    Tinnitus indicated they were being scouted.


    But the problem was... she looked at the motionless Kana.


    After a while, Kana''s voice sounded.


    "More than one squad? Trouble."


    If it were before, even if it was only Level Two or Three, he would have had the confidence to clear out these two Blood Race scout teams in this small town.


    Although lacking personal panel data, he could still rely on experience to feel that this body''s Level was at most Level One.


    And it was just the basic data of someone who owned nothing.


    This feeling was too familiar. Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    After all, the shock of first contacting a virtual game during the alpha test was unforgettable.


    Later, during the public beta, he played several accounts, so he was very sensitive to the novice body''s feel and data.


    However, it would be nice if there were a data panel or something.


    Continue moving swiftly.


    The square was just ahead, with no cover, too easy to get caught.


    Looking at a nearby house with a broken hole, he decided to take a detour through it.


    As soon as they got inside, entering another room, a gust of wind swung down from the side.


    "Crack!"


    The sound of a wooden stick shattering.


    "Monster, go to hell!"


    Someone attacked them from behind the door, but the wooden stick was blocked by Alyris.


    The stick shattered on her arm, and Alyris counterpunched, hitting the enemy.


    And it was a town resident, slammed against the wall, fainting away.


    "Ah!"


    A sharp scream.


    It''s over, they''ve been discovered.


    This town still had people.


    They hadn''t fled with the main force but stayed here and had not been caught by the Blood Race''s scout team.


    And they encountered them.


    "Your Highness, you go quickly, I''ll cover the rear." Alyris said, drawing her longsword, leaning single-footed against the wall.


    Kana glanced at her, thought for a moment, and didn''t refuse, nodding: "Be careful."


    He turned and slipped out through the inner door.


    Alyris watched Kana''s back, her eyes did not hold sadness or desolation.


    That''s right, this is how His Highness should be.


    She thought this way.


    After Kana woke up earlier, his behavior all the way made her think she was under an illusion technique.


    Now that Kana acted as he should have, it oddly reassured her.


    Holding her sword, she looked in the direction the sound was coming from.


    She never thought she could escape in her current state, only considering that she might continue to help His Highness until death.


    It wasn''t out of deep loyalty to Kana, but because she was loyal to the Princess, grateful to Kana''s mother.


    And just a few days ago, when the Royal Capital fell,


    the last Princess found her, hoping she would protect Kana well.


    To her life-saving benefactor, the kind, perfect Princess, for the request she made,


    she naturally agreed and swore loyalty.


    She would die before His Highness.


    A loud crash.


    The wooden wall shattered, and the enemy burst in.

 Chapter 3 Face Reality

    Chapter 3 - 3 Face RealityA humanoid monster that looked like it was crawling on the ground rushed in, but it had no skin, and what was exposed was entirely flesh.


    Its face was twisted, resembling both a dog and a rat, with sharp teeth and gums fully displayed.


    The face looked like torn, ragged cloth draped over it.


    Its claws were long, with a faint chill glistening on them, exceptionally sharp.


    Facing the charging Ghoul, Alyris struck its head with the hilt of her sword in a backhand move.


    A heavy blow knocked the Ghoul to the ground. Alyris gripped her sword and plunged it down forcefully.


    The sharp blade plunged into the enemy''s head, pinning it to the ground.


    With the momentum of drawing the sword, she rolled to the side.


    The following Ghoul missed its attack.


    The roll put intense pressure on her broken leg, and the excruciating pain made Alyris widen her eyes instantly, gritting her teeth to endure it.


    This moment of pain amplified her exhausted state, making her miss the opportunity.


    The sword swung backhandedly did not sever the enemy''s head but struck its waist and abdomen.


    A large amount of foul-smelling liquid, like blood or pus, spilled out.


    The blow hadn''t hit the vital point. Alyris immediately propped herself up with one hand, not intending to get up, but rather used force to move her body forward a bit.


    She wanted to quickly pierce the enemy''s head with her sword.


    The combat experience along the way told her these kinds of monsters felt no pain unless their heads were cut off instantly, otherwise, they were incredibly troublesome.


    The roof shattered, and a lot of splinters fell down in front of her, impeding Alyris''s movement.


    She could only raise her hand to block the debris falling from the ceiling.


    A monstrous bat descended from the roof, folding its wings, and its claws precisely stepped on Alyris''s body.


    With its wings retracted, its body pressed down violently, opening its huge mouth, and it bit directly toward Alyris''s neck.


    Alyris could already smell the stench.


    It was over.


    If it weren''t for the continuous battles and fatigue, if it weren''t for her body covered with wounds.


    Even if the leg were just a little more agile.


    But, alas, there were no such ifs.


    However, the pain did not come.


    A shadow jumped down through the broken section, thunder rumbling.


    The light shone on the figure''s face.


    A sharp blade glistening with a chilly light in his hand pierced through the back of the giant bat''s head, protruding through its open mouth.


    The force of the jump pulled down sharply after the piercing, slicing off half of the giant bat''s head.


    Thick, foul-smelling liquid spilled out.


    The giant bat howled, its wings flapped wildly in the room.


    Kana, gripping the hilt with his mouth, crouched down, wrapped his arms around Alyris''s arms, and dragged her out from under the giant bat.


    Her face was already covered in plenty of fresh blood, but her gaze lingered on Kana.


    "I''ll support you, let''s go quickly. The noise is too loud; all the monsters around are bound to gather."


    Supporting Alyris, Kana quickly ran out through the breach.


    "Boom!"


    The light from the lightning lit up the small town once more.


    Kana looked at the well in the square of the small town, and the small clock tower about three stories high next to the well.


    This place is... so this is it.


    He hadn''t had time to think when Alyris''s voice rang in his ear: "Watch out."


    He turned sharply, and a Ghoul leaped down from the roof next to him, crashing directly into Kana, knocking him flying.


    It made him feel once again the frailty of this body''s constitution.


    Before the flying Kana could adjust himself, the Ghoul pounced on him, its wide open mouth lunging straight at his neck.


    He hurriedly raised his sword to block the monster''s maw.


    What great strength.


    Monsters that could be easily cleared in the game are so troublesome in the real world.


    If only this were in the game.


    But unfortunately, this is not a game; this is reality.


    If you don''t fight with all your might, you''ll turn into monsters like them.


    A new Ghoul means there is another squad.


    A Blood Race reconnaissance squad is classically paired with one giant bat and two Ghouls.


    In mid-air, the giant bat descended, its claws reaching for Kana.


    At this moment, on the spot, Alyris''s one arm had already been bitten by a Ghoul, dragging her fiercely.


    In addition, another Ghoul that she hadn''t killed was only hit by rubble from the roof, covered in injuries, also bit onto another leg of Alyris.


    In the current situation, Alyris had no time to manage anything else, her eyes fixed intently on Kana just a few meters away.


    The giant bat was about to descend.


    Ignoring the ghouls beside her, she unhesitatingly threw the sword blade.


    A silver glow sliced through the night.


    "Whoosh!"


    The sword blade pierced straight through the giant bat''s head, with more than half of the blade coming out from the other side.


    The enormous force tilted its entire body, crashing down right next to Kana, with its flapping wings hitting the ghoul on top of him.


    But the ghoul on him paid no heed.


    Though its mouth was blocked by the sword blade, the ghoul''s sharp claws had already pierced his body.


    Even if he survived, it wouldn''t be by much.


    "Die, you filthy creatures!"


    A roar sounded nearby, and a long spear harshly stabbed into the ghoul on Kana, pushing it away.


    The attack came from the soldier captain.


    He had appeared here without anyone noticing.


    Kana felt a weight lift off him, yet he had no strength left, his vision beginning to blacken.


    An intense pain shot through his chest, his breathing like a broken bellows.


    "Cough, cough~ bleugh..."


    With the cough, a mouthful of blood surged from his mouth.


    The darkening vision surveyed the surroundings.


    Alyris was being torn apart by two ghouls biting her arm and leg.


    Without a weapon, she furiously grabbed the ghoul''s jaws on her arm and forcefully tore the ghoul''s head in half.


    Yet the other ghoul was gnawing on her only good leg, and even if she killed both ghouls, she wouldn''t be able to escape.


    The soldier captain, who rushed over for unknown reasons, was tangled with the first ghoul, covered in wounds himself.


    Exhausted beyond measure.


    Even though the ghoul was ambushed with a long spear piercing, it still was difficult for him to kill it.


    Howls echoed again, filling his ears with ringing.


    Another squad was coming.


    His vision grew darker, and then Kana saw his chest was already in tatters.


    The previous ghoul that grappled with him had almost pierced his chest with its sharp claws.


    "Cough cough..."


    Another fit of coughs, expelling a lot of blood.


    The vision was nearly pitch black.


    The only thing visible was Alyris, having taken down both ghouls with her bare hands.


    Clawing through the dirt with both hands, crawling towards him.


    Kana''s condition made Alyris''s eyes filled with madness.


    Truly worthy of you, Alyris. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Damn it, just for such injuries.


    Simply being pinned down by a ghoul, a couple of scratches, and it claimed his life.


    If it were a game, at most it would take a quarter of his health.


    Even with the current attributes.


    The result was such a light scratch, piercing his chest, meanwhile also seeming to have harmed his lungs beyond the decaying state of his chest.


    Even breathing was painfully strenuous, filled with pain, weakness, breathlessness.


    In the face of these monsters, was the flesh truly this fragile?


    If only he had a game-like datafied body...


    If only...


    The nearly black vision seemed to ripple like an old television with static, flickering and distorting the picture.


    As if shadows with flickering light danced within his eyes.


    The vision displayed images doubled over.


    His mind was woozy, bereft of the ability to think, eyelids drooping towards eternal rest.


    Eternal... rest?


    Huh?


    It hurts!


    But the fatigue had dissipated, the weakness of spirit was gone.


    The sharp pain in his chest jolted his eyes wide open.


    His vision fully restored, only to reveal chaotic data appearing, seemingly arranging itself.


    [Personal Interface]

 Chapter 4: My Turn

    Chapter 4 - 4: My TurnThe data arrangement in front of me is extremely chaotic, with many garbled symbols.


    But from the recognizable fonts, it looks like my personal panel.


    However, the chaotic data arrangement in front of me makes it nearly impossible to see the surrounding situation clearly.


    A thought flickers.


    A lot of data instantly dissipates.


    Only one piece of data remains, appearing in front of me, thankfully without any garbled symbols.


    [HP: 5/10]


    10 health points? So low?


    Everyone starts with 15 points.


    In the background, these are the stats for beggars, refugees, and slaves.


    I overestimated you, Kana.


    Now is not the time to consider these things, I don''t know why these data suddenly appeared.


    But the experience is clearly different from the game.


    Only 5 health points left, and the pain can''t be erased, it penetrates deeply into the brain.


    Fortunately, the original difficulty in breathing has disappeared, but the scar on my chest remains.


    The body''s strength hasn''t changed, it''s still the same as just now, even if datafication doesn''t make me stronger.


    But after the body became datafied, my serious injuries instantly turned into what seemed like mere flesh wounds.


    Rather than the internal injuries I had just now.


    Moreover, the various problems brought about by the constant fatigue of my body since waking have greatly eased during this time.


    Even though I''m seriously injured, my state seems better than before I woke up.


    Quickly getting up, I grasp the sword beside me.


    Strength surges through me.


    Hmm?


    I look down.


    The blade in my hand is still the same one I use.


    The entire longsword is slender, with a hollow in the center, adorned with noble royal patterns on the blade. sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    A beautiful guard, a exquisite grip.


    Without any value for actual combat, purely ornamental.


    Yet this ornamental sword, like a vase, brings me strength.


    "Equipment?"


    The datafied body, does it allow the attribute boost of equipment to take effect?


    Kana looks up, a grin appearing on his face, although it carries a trace of gritted teeth.


    It''s my turn!


    Gripping the sword in a lunge, he charges fiercely at the ghoul biting down on the soldier captain.


    Thanks to the action system of the Stone of Creation, which manifests according to real-world physical effects.


    Enabling game players to grasp combat techniques to some extent, even more for Kana, who used to be a technical player in the game.


    To some extent considered a minor expert.


    A flash of the blade, and the ghoul''s head flies high.


    Before hitting the ground, it gets kicked aside.


    "Your Highness..."


    A weak voice rings out from the side, followed by the ghoul''s howl.


    Kana lowers his body, turns around, swinging the sword in his right hand upwards.


    In blind attack, it didn''t precisely slash the ghoul''s neck but hit his shoulder.


    Gripping the knight''s longsword in the other hand, he thrusts it upwards, piercing through the ghoul''s head.


    This sword was just pulled out of a giant bat''s head as he charged over.


    However, compared to the Prince''s Sword with its flashy appearance, this ordinary knight''s sword of Alyris doesn''t seem to provide an attribute increase.


    The blade is withdrawn.


    Looking at the remaining ghoul and the bat in the air.


    Kana directly charges forward.


    The ghoul leaps over, sharp claws reaching for him from the side.


    The Knight Sword blocks, sticking close, the Prince''s Sword pulls forcefully at the neck.


    Without caring if it''s finished off, he decisively rolls aside to dodge the bat''s descending claw strike from above.


    Reversing the sword''s blade upward, the Prince''s Sword swings with exceptional lightness and sharpness, slicing off half of the bat''s left wing.


    The half-sliced wing causes the bat to lose its strongest weapon, immediately struggling for balance, flapping his wings.


    Rolling upright, thrusts upward with the sword, piercing through the bat''s human-like head.


    Withdraws the blade, jumps over the body, kicks the ghoul rising and trying to get up.


    Though the last strike didn''t completely cut off his neck, it made his head slightly unstable on his neck.


    With another kick, he slams him back to the ground, and Kana''s Prince''s Sword in his right hand ferociously hacks off the ghoul''s head.


    "Hmph..."


    Thunder rumbles, and rain washes over the body, cleaning away the foul blood.


    Pain strikes again, stripping away the exhilaration of real combat.


    [HP: 4/10]


    How did one point of health get lost?


    Looking down at the wound on my chest, it''s still bleeding with the rainwater.


    So, I''m still in a bleeding state?


    The weak call from beside snaps him back to reality.


    He immediately goes to Alyris''s side to check her injuries.


    The left hand is covered in blood, and the palms of both hands are also full of wounds.


    The left leg twisted in a fracture state, the right leg full of blood and flesh, also bitten.


    "Your, your injury..."


    "Don''t speak, I''ll take you away from here." Yet before he finished his words, Alyris had already fainted.


    Turning around, he suddenly remembers the soldier captain from before, but now he''s lying in the mud.


    Quickly rushes over to check.


    His wounds are much more lethal, the abdomen and chest almost torn apart, intestines even visible flowing out.


    Apparently, the group that chased them was cleaned up by him, and knowing he wouldn''t last long, he came again to support them after hearing the noise.


    These wounds are as good as dead.


    With one eye half-open, the captain looks at Kana, trembling as he reaches out a hand.


    Then, the arm falls into the water, and the whole person loses breath.


    Looking at the soldier.


    For a moment, Kana doesn''t know what to say.


    This is different from an NPC dying in front of him, even if he tries to deceive himself this way, he can''t.


    Because this is real, the virtual game world can never reach reality.


    Covers his eyes, puts the object he wanted to hand over in his hand.


    This seems to be a medal.


    "Awoo!"


    A strange call, piercing through the rainy night.


    Upon hearing the sound.


    Kana immediately looks over, the sound is very familiar.


    It''s something not to be provoked for now.


    "You are a warrior."


    Pulls the soldier''s hands up, laying them in an X shape in front of the chest, still remembering it''s a custom in this country.


    But no matter what, this corpse certainly can''t be preserved. It''s either becoming future enemy parts or turning into food.


    Turns around, single-handedly hoisting Alyris, running in the downpour, holding the weapon in the other hand.


    This is his source of strength, without holding it, he probably couldn''t even carry her.


    Looking at that three-story high small clock tower in the center.


    "Carnivore Village, so it''s this ghastly place. It used to be called Rubble Village? So clean, momentarily didn''t recognize it."


    This place is a decent leveling spot in the game''s opening story.


    There were two quest lines, he did several times while playing.


    Read guides, was familiar with this place.


    But that''s years ago, a stark difference from later on. Couldn''t recognize it until seeing the village center''s well and the emblematic three-story small clock tower.


    "If it''s here, then those things should still exist, it''s exactly when fleeing from the blood disaster."


    Thinking this. Looking at Alyris he''s carrying, no other choice but to check if it''s still there.


    If it is, then the world and the game world have a high degree of similarity, making certain experiences and future events predictable.


    Can still save Alyris, given her current condition, while not presenting fatal scars, bleeding states pose substantial issues unaddressed.


    Even surviving, basically rule out running.


    Would also draw enemy attention.


    With these thoughts, Kana continuously surveys the surroundings.


    Until spotting a small two-story house.


    "It''s you, the village chief''s home."


    Directly rushing inside, finding it empty, then he dashes into the inner room.


    Spots the double beds, flips the bed without hesitation.


    Pulls away the carpet, indeed sees a loose wooden door.


    "Yeap, an underground room."


    Joy spread on Kana''s face, lifts the wooden door, jumps down.


    Reveals half of his body, moves the bed back into place.

 Chapter 5: Personal Panel

    Chapter 5 - 5: Personal PanelIn the basement.


    At this moment, it was somewhat clean here, with piles of things scattered around, quite different from what was remembered.


    At least there was no rotting flesh or stinking bloodstains.


    Kana immediately cleared a clean area beside, gathered the hay together, and placed Alyris on top.


    He then turned his head and started searching beside the cluttered cabinet.


    "Found it."


    A bag of medicinal powder, a roll of bandages, a bottle of potion.


    These were the leftovers in the basement of the village chief''s house.


    In the Carnivore Village dungeon, reaching here, it was guaranteed to pick up these loot items.


    He found a few bottles of wine on the side cabinet.


    In the game, these bottles of wine could still sell for money.


    No choice, drinking was impossible, after all, there''s no sense of taste in the game.


    Opening them would cause spoilage, plummeting their value.


    He quickly treated Alyris''s wounds.


    "Hmm!"


    Alyris let out a muffled groan as the wounds were cleaned with wine.


    Sprinkling the medicinal powder and wrapping it with bandages.


    He twisted the distorted leg back into position and tied it with a stick.


    Then he poured the healing potion into Alyris''s mouth.


    After doing all this, Kana finally leaned against the wall, panting heavily.


    Even though Alyris wasn''t as strong as she would be later, she should at least be Level Three, and her ability to recover should be guaranteed.


    At least, she wouldn''t be troubled by the aftereffects of the wounds and such issues.


    Of course, if there''s a mistake in the game background, then it''s doomed. But this was the limit of what he could do.


    Now, there was finally time to look at the Golden Finger.


    With a move of intention.


    The personal panel from the game appeared in front of him.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 1]


    [HP: 4/10]


    [Constitution: ¡ª¡ª]


    [Agility: ¡ª¡ª]


    [Spirit: ¡ª¡ª]


    ?


    What the hell? Problem occurred?


    The attributes column that popped up during the battle just now was a jumbled mess, now it''s slightly better, but still has major issues. sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Moreover, this person''s attributes column is extremely simplified, very different from the game''s personal column, with many missing information.


    Like experience, backpack, equipment, title, gender, etc.


    Looking at these attributes, he suddenly realized something, he seemed to have control.


    He began to adjust, relying on the feeling.


    The attributes column instantly changed.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 1]


    [Status: Bleeding, Body Fatigue]


    (Bleeding: Blood volume slowly decreases)


    (Body Fatigue: Movements slightly delayed)


    [Blood Volume: 4/10]


    [Magic Power: 5/10]


    [Constitution: 5]


    [Agility: 5]


    [Spirit: 5]


    [Evaluation: Clown Emperor!]


    Really works? He used his current physical fitness as a standard, adding a status bar and evaluation bar, along with the necessary magic power bar.


    He personally added an experience bar, title, backpack slots, and whatnot, but they didn''t display.


    That is to say, although he had an attributes column, essentially this was reality, impossible to truly give himself an experience bar.


    However, he indeed obtained some kind of datafication ability.


    He initially thought it was the system, but now it seemed not the case, more like his own ability.


    The so-called personal information panel, more like a visualization of his status.


    Turning his body into a certain degree of datafication.


    Oh, and the weapon.


    Thinking of this, he quickly picked up the sword beside him.


    It also had an attributes column showing.


    [Radiant Royal Sword]


    [Category: One-Handed Sword¡ªDecorative Sword¡ªOrdinary]


    [Attributes: Lightweight, Sharp]


    [Special Effect: Prince''s Sword, Specially Made]


    [Prince''s Sword: When equipped by Kana¡ªProvides Power boost (Power+)]


    [Specially Made: When equipped by Kana¡ªProvides Swing boost (Attack Speed+)]


    [Evaluation: A noble sword crafted specifically for Prince Kana, beautifully designed, with exquisite materials.


    It should be hung in a room rather than used for slashing.]


    The equipment attributes column is almost identical to the game.


    Picking it up and putting it down repeatedly.


    The attribute bonuses were not an illusion, he could feel the increase in power.


    For his mediocre attributes, the feeling was very noticeable.


    "In other words, the known manifestation of the datafied body is the reduction of weaknesses and the ability to gain attribute enhancements from equipment."


    Based on the original owner''s memory in his mind, he knew that the sword in his hand was purely for show, without any attached magic.


    Which meant, under normal circumstances, it wouldn''t provide a power boost.


    According to the game''s background, some magic equipment could provide similar boosts.


    If he were holding magic equipment, the boost gained should exceed the original effects of the equipment.


    This should count as an evident display of datafication.


    Aside from the equipment, what''s most important is the datafied body.


    Like the previous wound, it had clearly penetrated, stabbing through the lung in the chest. In such a state, given the body''s constitution, it was nearly tantamount to death.


    But after datafication, this negative effect vanished and transformed into blood volume.


    However, fatigue, bleeding, and other negative effects still existed.


    Not prone to fractures, but could suffer dismemberment.


    Though untested, this peculiar ability revealed that such effects were possible.


    That is to say, the impact-causing injuries transforming into blood volume deduction rather than arm fracture.


    But if the hand were severed, it would lead to a dismemberment negative effect, and the hand would indeed be severed.


    Just as long as it didn''t completely sever the hand, external injuries would appear but not impede actions, converting into blood volume deduction.


    Got it, resistant to blunt force, avoiding strong swings from sharp objects.


    There was a sense of datafication but an unavoidable compromise with reality.


    As he pondered, Kana began clearly comprehending and mastering the datafication ability.


    He took out the medal from his pocket.


    The medal was made of brass, roughly half the size of his palm, with a silver-long-spear pattern in the middle, which had started to darken due to oxidation.


    There were quite a few sand and mud in the gaps, if these were rinsed off, it was evident that the medal was well-maintained.


    This was the relic of the Soldier Captain, neither the original owner nor himself was familiar with him.


    But he did save Kana''s life.


    The medal felt ordinary with no special features.


    Hmm... perhaps this might work?


    Grasped the medal firmly.


    Upon opening his hand again, the attributes appeared on the medal.


    Kana felt his head swelling, even a stabbing pain emerged.


    After massaging his head for a while, he recovered.


    Looking at his attributes panel nearby.


    Indeed.


    [Magic Power: 0/10]


    The magic power value directly halved, emptied.


    Additionally, two new negative effects emerged [Magic Slightly Overdrawn, Spirit Fatigue]


    (Magic Slightly Overdrawn: Magic recovery rate increased, slight headache)


    (Spirit Fatigue: Reaction speed reduced, weary)


    What a weakling body? Ignoring these negative states now.


    The ability of datafication, if applied externally, needed to consume personal magic power.


    Using 5 points for each item, however, both items converted were ordinary.


    Different equipment might vary, if it were a magic item, perhaps more magic power would be required.


    Focused attention turned to the attributes of the medal.


    [Thunder Spear Guard Medal (Silver)]


    [Category: Medal¡ªRelic¡ªOrdinary]


    [Attributes: Commemorative, Valuable]


    [Special Effect: Soldier''s Glory, Guard]


    [Soldier''s Glory: When the user is not mounted¡ªEnhances recovery rate (Life Value recovery+)]


    [Guard: When the user is equipped with a shield¡ªConstitution increases (Constitution+)]


    [Evaluation: Thunder Spear Guard¡ªRoyal Capital Guard Corps, established by King Safro.


    Soldiers! Choose the oath, uphold the glory, march to death.]


    Looking at these attributes, looking at this evaluation.


    Kana silently pinned it to his chest.


    Feeling the warm flow emanating from the medal, distinctly perceiving it flowing toward his wounded body.


    Accompanied by this warmth.


    Fatigue surged, followed by the spirit fatigue from magic power depletion.


    He just held the one-handed sword like this, leaned against the wall, and closed his eyes.

 Chapter 6: Game Otherworld

    Chapter 6 - 6: Game OtherworldIn a vast darkness.


    A faintly glowing object appeared.


    It was a small crystal shard, emitting a pale blue glow. The surface was uneven, very irregular.


    It seemed like a fragment knocked off a complete crystal.


    "Snap!"


    A crisp sound.


    The crystal shattered.


    It turned into a sky full of pale blue radiance, disappearing without a trace.


    Kana suddenly opened his eyes.


    Such a familiar thing.


    "Your Highness, you''re awake."


    Hearing this, Kana quickly turned his head to see Alyris struggling to get up from the straw pile.


    He hurriedly got up and went over.


    He glanced at her condition.


    The minor unbandaged wounds had already healed, and the bloodstains on the bandages were dry, with no fresh blood in sight.


    The broken leg didn''t seem fully recovered, but it wouldn''t be so quick to heal completely.


    "You lie down first, let me remove the bandages and take a look."


    Kana said as he pressed Alyris back into the straw pile.


    After removing the bandages, all the scars had scabbed over, even half had healed.


    It must be said, the recovery was too fast. Yesterday, it still looked like a bloody mess.


    But thinking about it, these wounds to someone with a bit of strength are merely superficial.


    Plus, there are healing potions and normal medicinal powder.


    Such is the Fantasy World.


    "To be cautious, let''s wrap one more layer."


    Kana said as he threw away the bloodstained bandage and picked up what was left to continue wrapping.


    Alyris wanted to protest, but Kana stopped her with his gaze.


    Eyes fixed intently on Kana, who was bandaging him.


    "I never thought you knew how to do this, Your Highness."


    It has begun.


    Kana knew that the extreme contrast before and after couldn''t be hidden.


    Even if he wanted to pretend, he honestly couldn''t mimic the uselessness of Prince Kana.


    "How long have you known me? Before the royal city fell, you had only been my knight for a week, right?


    Let alone that week, you barely saw me, and what you know of me must be from those rumors, right?"


    Kana had long thought of how to answer.


    Based on the memories he had in his mind from the original owner, and his understanding of this game''s storyline characters.


    Hearing Kana''s words, Alyris involuntarily nodded, it seemed true.


    A week before the fall of the royal city, she had just qualified from the Knight Order.


    Swearing loyalty in front of Prince Kana.


    And in that week, they might not even have met twice.


    After that, it was the fall of the royal city, fleeing all the way, entirely fighting and escaping in between.


    However, during the escape, the shouting and screaming at the sight of corpses and monsters were unmistakable.


    Of course, she didn''t actually say it.


    "I''m just a Fourth Prince, almost impossible for the throne.


    If I can''t vie for the throne, I''ll just enjoy life.


    But as you''ve seen, with the situation along the way, enjoying life is obviously impossible now."


    Saying this, Kana shrugged helplessly.


    Seeing this, Alyris couldn''t help but nod in agreement.


    Indeed it was.


    Seeing Alyris believe it, Kana let out a sigh of relief.


    Honestly, this excuse had many loopholes, yet it could only fool someone as loyal as Alyris.


    Even without making excuses, just perfunctorily dealing with Alyris wouldn''t change things; she''d still guard by his side.


    "Hiss~" Alyris suddenly hissed in pain.


    "Ah, sorry. Seems it''s only half-healed, the left leg will take one or two more days to fully recover."


    Kana said, adjusting the tightness of the wooden splint, carefully placing the left leg beside her.


    "It''s nothing, I''m just too incompetent." Alyris hurriedly said.


    Hearing that, Kana looked at Alyris and said with a smile, "No, I have witnessed your loyalty. Please continue to guard by my side, my knight."


    Hearing Kana''s words, Alyris''s face instantly flushed, hurriedly nodding.


    Even wanting to rise and salute.


    However, Kana immediately placed his hand on her shoulder, "But before that, you should rest well, so you can better guard me, right?"


    Seeing Kana''s smile, Alyris dumbly nodded, lying back on the straw pile.


    Gazing dazedly at the ceiling.


    So this is the real Prince?


    He...is truly good.


    A smile appeared on Alyris''s face, one she didn''t even notice herself.


    Sitting back beside her, Kana checked himself.


    The wounds on his body had completely healed, and the previous headache and fatigue were gone.


    Checking the attributes panel.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 1]


    [Status: Normal]


    [Blood Volume: 10/12]


    [Magic Power: 4/12]


    [Constitution: 6]


    [Agility: 5]


    [Spirit: 6]


    [Evaluation: Clown Prince!]


    All abnormal statuses were gone, it was completely impossible for his body to recover so quickly naturally.


    It seems that having a datafied body offers many benefits.


    Constitution and Spirit had also increased a bit.


    This requires some explanation regarding the attributes'' effects.


    Constitution concerns the body''s quality, blood volume, power, etc.


    Blood volume cap is twice the constitution.


    Agility does not refer to movement speed but rather the agility of action, balance, hand-eye coordination, and other facets related to motor ability.


    Spirit is not related to wisdom but the strength of the brain and soul, closely linked to extraordinary power.


    Magic Power cap is twice the spirit.


    The two attribute points gained should be an improvement due to yesterday''s battle training.


    Not from experience value, more akin to personal training received.


    After all, previously, the body was too frail.


    But that evaluation, frankly, it''s quite inaccurate, and I really don''t like it.


    The evaluation in the attributes panel changed.


    [Evaluation: A person with potential yet useless.]


    Mmm, this makes more sense.


    Putting away the attributes panel.


    Kana began thinking about future plans, as a series of events happened too quickly after crossing over, leaving no time to think.


    Firstly, it''s certain that he crossed over to a real world, one closely related to the game he played, "Stone of Creation".


    As for whether it''s like those novels, crossing into the game, Kana is skeptical.


    Having played the game, although virtual, it greatly differs from reality.


    For example, it cannot simulate smell or taste.


    It can only simulate touch through vision and special gear.


    But even so, the virtual game was already amazing.


    Thus, Kana was sure he crossed into a real world.


    "Stone of Creation" is a large MMORPG game built on a fantasy backdrop.


    Before crossing over, it had been through several versions, accompanying players for 10 years.


    Based on memory.


    It should be Holy Calendar 876 now.


    When the game''s plot starts, it should be Holy Calendar 878.


    The Blood Conspiracy began this year, mmm, I am already personally experiencing it now.


    Next year, the Blood Calamity will erupt, before which I must leave here, leaving Safro this country.


    There are pursuers trying to turn me into the Blood Race.


    In the plot, the original owner of this body was forcibly turned back into the Blood Race.


    No, no, I absolutely can''t accept the appearance of the Blood Race, let alone their lifestyle.


    That''s almost like death. S§×ar?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Then, where does my strength, this datafied power, come from?


    In this world, there''s only one possibility, plus the recent dream.


    Kana seemed to have a judgment.

 Chapter 7

    Chapter 7 - 7 "Stone of CreationWhy is the game "Stone of Creation" called by this name?


    The answer is simple, it''s because of the Stone of Creation.


    This is the foundation of everything in this world, the essence of creating the world.


    In the jargon used during gameplay, the Stone of Creation is equivalent to modification rights.


    With it, one can modify the world.


    This is why it is also called the Wish Stone.


    There are six Stones of Creation in total, and gathering them all can recreate the world, creating a new one.


    Everything extraordinary in this world was created by lives that, upon finding the Stone of Creation, shaped the world.


    Typical examples include magic power, holy light, magic, special races, special areas...


    Why is there so much change?


    Because this stone doesn''t disappear after used, otherwise, there wouldn''t be any left after creating the world!


    After being used, it remains hidden for a long time, reappearing only after many years.


    Kana seriously suspects that he might possess a small fragment of it inside his body.


    The dream he just had after falling asleep is very similar to the fragments of the Stone of Creation seen in the game.


    If that''s the case, it makes perfect sense.


    The manifestation of the Stone of Creation is very random, and it can''t be tracked, predicted, or divined by any means.


    If it appears in someone''s body, they might not even realize it, possibly going unnoticed for their entire life.


    Facing extreme situations or during intense emotions might trigger the Stone of Creation inside the body.


    At that moment, the Stone of Creation can change to fulfill wishes based on one''s thoughts.


    Another way to notice it is during a significant increase in power when one can feel the anomaly inside and discover the Stone of Creation.


    Using it at that time is more effective since one can think more rationally.


    Of course, this is assuming you really have a Stone of Creation inside you, even if it''s just a small fragment.


    "So, my datafied body feels like that, as if I mysteriously know things.


    My personal panel changes according to my thoughts."


    The simplistic personal panel might be due to having only a small fragment inside, which limits the extent of change.


    "If I collect the Stone of Creation, could I..." Kana suddenly has an idea.


    Alyris''s voice comes through.


    "Your Highness, is staying here still fine? Outside is very dangerous now, maybe we should leave earlier."


    Kana turns his head and says: "Your current condition is not good, and once outside, we''ll encounter more dangers.


    You''ve probably realized they''re hunting me. We should plan to leave once your leg heals, otherwise, we won''t get far in this state."


    Upon hearing this, Alyris thinks for a moment and nods, apologetically saying: "Sorry, Your Highness, for burdening you."


    Fortunately, there is some dried food stored in the basement, enough for them to last a day or two.


    They can only hear occasional noises outside without knowing the situation.


    ...


    The next day.


    Kana sees that his magic power has recovered fully.


    In reality, compared to the game, magic recovery is very slow.


    Now with magic, Kana wants to try his Golden Finger once more.


    Holding Alyris''s Knight''s Sword in hand.


    Data conversion.


    The Knight''s Sword''s attributes appear.


    [Knight''s Sword]


    [Category: One-Handed Sword¡ªKnight''s Sword¡ªOrdinary]


    [Attributes: Sharp, Solid]


    [Special Effect: None]


    [Evaluation: An ordinary standard Knight''s Sword, solid, durable, and reliable. These are its advantages.]


    Isn''t this the most common plain equipment? The kind with no special effects whatsoever.


    In a game store, it would cost at most 10 copper coins.


    Certainly, in reality, it wouldn''t be so cheap, but Kana didn''t expect the attributes to be so poor.


    As the Prince''s Guardian Knight, Alyris''s weapon shouldn''t be so ordinary.


    "Has this always been your sword?"


    Kana suddenly asks. Sear?h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Lying on a pile of hay resting, Alyris hears this, looks over, and nods.


    "Yes, Your Highness, this is the sword issued to me when I became a knight."


    Kana looks at the medal hanging on his chest.


    Is the special effect perhaps symbolic?


    Testing this idea, he sits down beside Alyris.


    "Hold my sword."


    Alyris holds it out.


    "Do you feel anything?" Kana asks.


    Alyris looks at him confused, shaking her head.


    It seems, even if a weapon is datafied, it''s oneself who can utilize the effect, not others.


    Retrieving the weapon, Kana briefly holds Alyris''s hand.


    The power of datafication cannot affect others, which makes sense since it''s just a small fragment of the Stone of Creation, not overly powerful.


    Alyris withdraws her hand in slight panic.


    Kana smiles, not minding it.


    He can''t see Alyris''s embarrassment or blushing, as both are still somewhat dirty with blood and mud.


    Having done this, Kana checks Alyris''s wounds again.


    By tomorrow morning, they should almost be healed, and Alyris can already walk slowly.


    However, once up there, surely, there will be battles, so one must adjust and be ready.


    "Rest, we should be able to leave tomorrow."


    Uneventful through the night.


    The next day, Alyris walks around the basement, her injuries no longer visible.


    "Pack up, we''re going up."


    Kana says, and they pack up the remaining dry food and some water, also taking two bottles of wine.


    Carefully, they push open the wooden door, crawling out from under the bed.


    Alyris, the first to crawl out, looks outside from the window.


    The outside is pitch black; it''s neither early morning nor clear how long they stayed below.


    The air reeks of decay, nauseating whoever inhales it.


    Somehowls drift on the wind.


    Kana adapts to the night, only the moon and stars providing light.


    "Do you have night vision?" Kana asks.


    Alyris shakes her head: "No, Your Highness, but I can see a bit more clearly."


    That''s good.


    "Try to hear the howls to assess how many groups are present."


    Alyris listens closely to the noises outside, eventually saying: "There seem to be three groups, one with rather strange sounds which I haven''t heard before."


    It must be a Sewn-up Werewolf, Kana heard it before.


    The werewolf is likely leading these scouting teams and has definitely caught much of his scent, remaining in the village.


    Thus, constantly searching the village obstinately.


    Luckily, the village''s smell is chaotic enough, and this Sewn-up Werewolf probably transformed not long ago.


    Otherwise, Kana wouldn''t have stayed in the basement without getting noticed.


    He must first eliminate the werewolf; otherwise, the pursuers will never relent.


    With a clear plan,


    Kana quickly says: "Let''s leave the room and go outside. Careful now, we''ll find a way to eliminate all the monsters in this village."


    He then looks at Alyris, smiling and asking: "Feeling confident?"


    "Leave it to me, Your Highness."


    "Together, let''s go!"

 Chapter 8 Cleansing the Village

    Chapter 8 - 8 Cleansing the VillageAmidst the night.


    Smelling the stench in the air, the two hid in the backyard of a stone house.


    Alyris was hiding on the rooftop.


    Kana, in the center of the yard, nodded to Alyris under the moonlight.


    At this moment, he held the Prince''s Sword in one hand, and a thick board was strapped to his left arm.


    This board served as his makeshift shield.


    Successfully activated the effect of the Thunder Spear Guard Medal (Silver).


    His current constitution attributes.


    [Constitution: 6]+1


    Due to his weak constitution, any slight improvement was noticeably significant.


    The feeling of ear ringing came through.


    Kana immediately moved slightly and then paused.


    Such disconnected, sudden movements would convey information, but the giant bats couldn''t discern it.


    Neither ghouls nor giant bats are smart, one could say they lack any intelligence.


    The squad that just used sonic waves to scout will definitely come to check.


    Indeed.


    One could hear the flapping wings of the giant bat, and at this moment, it was flying at low altitude, just slightly higher than the rooftop.


    Two ghouls were rushing swiftly.


    Against the wall.


    One ghoul happened to stand by the wall, exposing half of its body in a probing manner.


    Sword light slashed.


    The head soared high.


    This sword was indeed sharp.


    With this swing, Kana instantly exposed himself and raised the broken board, pressing it directly against the other ghoul behind the previous one.


    Caught off guard, he was knocked directly to the ground.


    In mid-air, the giant bat let out a cry and swooped down from the sky.


    Before its claws could land on Kana, weight was felt from its back.


    Instantly slanting, before it could adjust and see the situation, a sword pierced straight through its head.


    Its body collapsed, only its muscles instinctively struggling.


    The body crashed directly onto the ground.


    Before it hit the ground, Alyris had already jumped off of the corpse, landing next to Kana and piercing through the struggling ghoul''s head with a sword.


    This scouting squad was resolved in less than 10 seconds after arriving.


    "We need to move quickly."


    The commotion certainly alarmed others, as there was no storm tonight.


    The sound of roars came through.


    The two quickly relocatd.


    As they moved through a house, Kana seemed to notice something and grabbed two forks and a dinner knife.


    Upon emerging from the other side, a giant bat noticed and pursued them.


    Just as the giant bat was about to cry, Alyris suddenly turned, in a throwing posture, and threw a piece of stone she picked up at some point.


    The stone even made a whooshing sound in the air, heavily embedding into the giant bat''s head.


    Witnessing this, Kana halted directly.


    "We won''t leave."


    Alyris was stronger than he expected after regaining her status.


    This wasn''t a game, these monsters aren''t datafied, a hit to the head is a kill, instead of just losing a hit point bar.


    There''s no hit point bar to deplete here, every weak point hit provides a huge advantage.


    Two ghouls rushed from both sides.


    The one heading towards Alyris had its head split open even before it began attacking.


    The one charging at Kana was kicked away by Alyris with a swift turn.


    Upon landing, its head was pierced by a stone.


    Kana stood still throughout.


    "Your Highness, are you alright?"


    "Uhh... I''m fine."


    Forget about sneak tactics, what strategy is needed here?


    They should just steamroll through.


    Reality''s level overpower is much more outrageous than in games.


    Comparing mentally, Kana began to slowly shift his impressions from the game.


    "Awooo!"


    A wolf howl, a shadow leapt from a rooftop more than ten meters away towards them.


    Following it were two ghouls and one giant bat.


    "Leave the werewolf and bat to you, I''ll handle the two ghouls."


    Saying this, Kana handed Alyris the dinner knife he had just grabbed.


    Without waiting for Alyris to inquire, he said directly: "This knife is silver, it can restrain that werewolf."


    Then he immediately jumped back.


    Alyris had no time to think and proceeded.


    She threw stones to knock down the giant bat, though this time didn''t precisely hit the head.


    The damage dealt was sufficient to bring down the bat.


    Grasping the longsword, she directly faced the shadow.


    Is this a werewolf, then?


    Alyris had never seen a werewolf, nor even heard of one.


    But the creature facing her was clearly a werewolf, possessing a wolf''s head, resembling an upright wolf with distinct stitching scars.


    Not having encountered such monsters before when escaping, Alyris didn''t know how powerful it was.


    She forcefully swung the sword.


    The werewolf seemed to sense danger, immediately crossing its hands.


    With the metallic clash noise.


    The sword struck the werewolf''s forearm guard.


    "Strong, but slightly weaker than me," Alyris concluded.


    Without hesitation, she forcefully pressed down.


    Immediately pushing the werewolf back two steps.


    Quickly retracting her sword, bending, she charged into the werewolf''s chest.


    The werewolf was about two meters tall, significantly taller than Alyris.


    Charging forward, the sword handle bashed against the werewolf''s chin.


    The entire process flowed smoothly, with remarkable speed.


    The sword blade made a small cut, leaving a wound on the werewolf''s waist and abdomen. With a roll on the spot, she avoided the downward paw strike.


    Standing up again.


    Alyris made her judgment.


    Strong, agile, fur and skin tougher than she thought, but its combat skills seem chaotic, relying purely on instinct.


    Considering other blood race monsters, its recovery ability should be strong too.


    Must be a one-hit kill.


    During this moment, Alyris didn''t idle; she picked up a stone while rolling and threw it once more at the giant bat attempting to flap its wings.


    This time, accurately pierced its head.


    This action thoroughly enraged the werewolf.


    It''s a complete provocation, a sign of disregard. It howled, rushing directly forward.


    Appears to be easily angered.


    Stepping back to dodge the forward lunge, the sword swung sideways, hacking at the werewolf''s paw.


    The claws were extremely hard, sparks flew upon impact.


    Alyris kicked the werewolf''s chest with force, causing it to stagger backwards.


    Stepping forward, she swiftly thrust the sword blade precisely through the werewolf''s chest.


    Considering the probable recovery abilities of these monsters, she pulled out the dinner knife from behind her waist.


    She believed Kana''s words, without hesitation, plunging the dinner knife straight into the werewolf''s chest.


    "Ahhh!"


    The werewolf let out a howl far louder than before with the knife''s insertion. S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Alyris seized the opportunity, kicked with force, pushing the knife, blade and handle deep into the wound; meanwhile retracting the sword.


    The werewolf wildly clawed at its own chest, roaring in agony, utterly unable to fight.


    Is it really this effective?


    Alyris couldn''t believe its efficacy, but no longer hesitated. Moving forward, the sword traced a semi-circle, decapitating the helpless werewolf.


    Turning to the other side.


    Just in time to see Kana smash the remaining ghoul to the ground with his shield and then slashing its head off.


    Kana noticing Alyris had also finished the battle without much injury.


    They didn''t expect to cleanse the entire village in such a short time.


    We are quite formidable.


    Standing and approaching the wolf''s corpse.


    By the moonlight, he examined its chest.


    There the dinner knife was inserted, surrounded by marks resembling acid corrosion.


    Retrieving the knife, handing it back to Alyris.


    "Your Highness, how did you know its weak spot?"


    Alyris couldn''t help but ask, without the silver dinner knife, the battle wouldn''t be so easily resolved.


    At the very least, several more rounds would be needed for a decisive sword kill.


    Kana, while removing the werewolf''s arm guards, replied casually upon hearing this.


    "These monsters are actually the palace''s doing, the source of the problem is the royal family''s conspiracy."


    "What?" Alyris was visibly shocked.

 Chapter 9 The Culprit

    Chapter 9 - 9 The Culprit"Don''t be so surprised."


    Kana said as he began to recall his memories, remembering the plot he had once understood, recalling the past of this body.


    He stood up and wiped the arm armor on the werewolf arm in his hand and explained, "Do you understand the history of this country you''re in?


    Do you understand the royal family you swore loyalty to?"


    Alyris thought for a moment and realized she really didn''t know much about the country she was in.


    She had only known her village, and after the village was destroyed, she was taken to the city, adopted, and trained to become a knight.


    After becoming a knight, she swore to become Kana''s guardian knight.


    "Let''s go gather some supplies from the village; we can talk while we walk."


    Saying that, Kana picked up the arm armor and headed towards the village, while Alyris drew her sword and hastily followed beside him.


    Walking alongside them, Kana said, "We are just a small trading country, barely rich thanks to an open and free policy system, plus a few good ports.


    But it also creates extremely favorable conditions for the germination of evil."


    Safro, a free country established in the name of the royal family.


    Compared to other countries, to be honest, this place is just a small country located at the northernmost part of the Southwest Continent.


    Surrounded by sea on three sides, mountains on one.


    Aside from entering the country by sea, the only other way is from both sides of the southern mountains.


    Maritime trade, a relaxed system, a small country.


    Combine these options, and you can imagine how outrageous the black industry in this country is.


    "In fact, the royal family deliberately made it so, as they need favorable conditions for their research.


    This country was founded just over a hundred years ago, and the ones who established it were merely a cult of evil mages.


    And now, with so many monsters appearing in the country, it''s actually all the royal family''s doing."


    Hearing this, Alyris stood there shocked and couldn''t quite believe it.


    That is if the person speaking wasn''t Kana, a member of the royal family.


    "Then, Your Highness, why do you..."


    "You want to ask since it''s our doing, why am I running away, right?" Kana turned his head and asked with a smile.


    Alyris nodded.


    "It''s simple; I''m also one of the experiments, and I don''t want to become one of those disgusting monsters."


    Though that''s a lie, the truth is Kana was too dumb to really know about these things.


    Though there aren''t many members of the royal family, there are not few either. Some lack qualifications and are unworthy of joining the core circle.


    Unluckily, the former Kana was just such an existence.


    Coincidentally, when the crisis broke out, Kana was out of the city on a spring outing, didn''t understand the situation, and was escorted away by the soldiers at that time, as well as Alyris.


    Moreover, those monsters kept chasing the scent of Kana, causing them to keep fleeing in a hurry, with no time to stop and think.


    The outbreak was nationwide, erupting simultaneously in all major cities, making them feel like the country was done for.


    In the original plot, both he and his knight Alyris would have been captured back in this village.


    As a member of the royal family, there was nothing to hide after the plan started, so he was transformed back into the Blood Race.


    Until the mid-late stage of version 1.0, when the Blood and Flesh Royal Court grew weary and was counterattacked by the coalition, he appeared for the first time.


    In the late stage of the version, when the Blood and Flesh Royal Court was destroyed, and the blood disaster was restrained, the original Kana, who didn''t appear on the front lines, was inexplicably spared by being converted into a pure-blood.


    "And what about Princess, Your Highness? Was she a participant too?"


    Alyris''s voice was somewhat eager.


    Kana turned to look at her: "Who knows, I can only say don''t get your hopes up too high."


    "No way, the Princess wouldn''t do something like that; she must have been deceived."


    Alyris deceived herself.


    Deceived my ass, according to my memory and identity match, this body''s mother was purely one of the core members.


    The original owner of this body thought his mother died during the fall. S§×ar?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Moreover, this Princess was still among the researchers.


    But if I just say it all at once, Alyris will definitely not accept it, leading to problems.


    For now, leave it at that, and later influence her thoughts step by step gradually.


    "Alright, enough idle chat, we don''t have much time; pack up and see if there''s anything useful, take it and go."


    They ransacked the village under the cover of darkness.


    ...


    The night had faded, and the morning sun shone upon the land.


    [Painful Werewolf Armor]


    [Category: Arm Armor¡ªWrist Armor¡ªRelic]


    [Attributes: Solid, Heavy]


    [Special Effect: Sewing Pain]


    [Sewing Pain: When the wearer feels pain¡ªprovides power boost (Power+)]


    [Evaluation: Only rage and willpower can offset the pain of sewing!]


    Kana looked at the attributes after spending 5 Magic Power to convert the loot taken from the sewn-up werewolf into equipment.


    How to put it, at least it has a special effect.


    It seems a bit underwhelming, but Kana, who has truly fought in the reality of this world, can clearly say.


    This special effect is easy to trigger.


    Though the body is datafied, pain can still be felt.


    If worse comes to worst, you could stab yourself, and by adjusting the method, you can exchange a bit of blood for a power boost, which is worthwhile.


    Thinking this, he put on the arm armor.


    "Your Highness, should you rest for a bit? You''ve been walking all night." Knowing Kana''s physical condition could not be compared to hers, Alyris asked from beside him.


    After pillaging some supplies from the village last night, they''ve been carrying the simple supplies until now.


    Never stopping along the way.


    Alyris certainly had no problem, but she couldn''t compare her physical condition with Kana''s.


    Hearing this, Kana came back to his senses.


    Unconsciously, they had been on the road for a whole night. Counting carefully, they might have been carrying supplies nonstop for eight or nine hours.


    Yet he didn''t feel tired?


    To be honest, with this body''s physical condition, he should have felt tired long ago.


    It seems the datafied body brought a significant increase in physical strength as well.


    "Don''t underestimate me, speed up!"


    Saying that Kana even started to jog.


    Alyris could only keep up, but she asked, "But, but where are we headed now?"


    She felt confused, brought up from a young age to be trained as a royal guardian knight.


    But now the entire country had fallen, with the royals as the main culprits, leaving her feeling lost.


    "Don''t be confused, come with me; we''re going to find Count Vainsha."


    "Count Vainsha?" Alyris had heard the name but wasn''t very familiar with it.


    This is an important character early on, even considered a version character in version 1.0.


    Throughout version 1.0, it was he who guided the players, led the players, and brought out the main storyline.


    In terms of blood relation, this count is even a relative of this body.


    Also a member of the royal family, he seems to know some of the royal family''s dealings and refuses to join them, always staying on the fringe.


    After the blood disaster broke out, he left the country with some of his territory''s troops and some people who were fleeing.


    The players'' new starting village was a small territory granted to him by a neighboring country, where it was built.


    Kana participated in the beta test, during which the disaster had just erupted, and the count was escorting refugees after a failed defense.

 Chapter 10 Blood and Flesh Royal Court

    Chapter 10 - 10 Blood and Flesh Royal CourtIn the wild jungle, on the rural path.


    The two were rushing forward.


    "Let''s take a detour here to avoid running into the monsters around Sea Cape City."


    He pointed ahead to the right: "Let''s go over there, I remember there''s a creek, let''s go over and clean up.


    We''re really filthy."


    At this moment, both of them were covered in grime, with dried mud, leaves of unknown plants, and some bloodstains.


    After escaping from the village, they hadn''t felt like sitting down to rest.


    "Your Highness, how are you so familiar with this place?" Alyris asked, a bit puzzled.


    Why wouldn''t I be? It''s a Level Three training ground, very well-known.


    Although the monsters from two years later aren''t here, the terrain is no different from two years later.


    Of course, he couldn''t say that, so he casually replied: "I''ve been here before."


    As soon as he finished speaking, Kana suddenly stopped moving.


    A faint ringing in the ears echoed, Alyris felt it too, immediately reacting the same way.


    The ringing gradually faded away.


    From afar, the sounds of cries and roars were heard.


    "Judging by the sounds, it seems like someone''s fighting them," Alyris said.


    "Let''s go take a look." Sear?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    When they approached, they could see from afar that a group of people by the river were under attack by the Blood Race.


    It appeared to be a refugee convoy, with many women and children.


    Engaged in battle with the Blood Race were a few soldiers and several people dressed as mercenaries.


    "Your Highness, they might not be able to hold out."


    Kana also realized this.


    On the Blood Race''s side, there were three giant bats and six ghouls.


    Meanwhile, the refugee side barely had about 10 people capable of fighting.


    Then there were the women and elderly who were terrified, some even started to run off in a panic.


    "Let''s go."


    Upon hearing Kana''s command, Alyris immediately charged forward.


    Kana, following closely behind, quickly decided to cut his arm with his blade.


    A wound immediately appeared, blood gushed out, and with it came the pain.


    But what followed the pain was power.


    "Don''t eat me, don''t eat me! Help me!"


    A skinny farmer was yelling in terror as he ran away.


    Kana sprinted from the side, kicking a ghoul hard in the waist.


    The kick sent the ghoul tumbling onto the ground, rolling several times.


    Before it could recover, its head was already pierced through.


    This power boost was evident, making his attacks feel more potent.


    With the two of them joining, the battle was quickly resolved.


    Two of the three giant bats in the sky had their heads smashed with stones thrown by Alyris from afar.


    The remaining giant bat was shot in the head by a soldier''s crossbow arrow.


    The ghouls, with the addition of the two members, were much easier to handle.


    "Uncle Alorqi, come quickly!" A soldier shouted beside an injured person lying on the ground.


    Amidst the refugees, a scrawny middle-aged man rushed over, his face still showing panic. Judging by his attire, he seemed to be a herbalist.


    Unfortunately, there was only that one injured person.


    One mercenary-dressed person had died, along with two civilians.


    A soldier came over: "Thank you both for your help, thank you. Without you two, we might not have made it today."


    "I''m Nickum, a Soldier Captain of Sea Cape City. Where did you two come from?"


    Alyris was about to speak when Kana quickly stopped her, speaking to Nickum: "We ran all the way from the Royal Capital, just doing some dirty work there before."


    Nickum nodded knowingly and then apologetically said, "Now isn''t the time to talk, I need to quickly organize the team to leave here, otherwise, those monsters will catch up soon."


    Kana smiled and nodded.


    During the time it took for the refugee convoy to reorganize, the two of them went to the river to start cleaning up the grime on their bodies.


    Once clean, the convoy was ready to depart.


    Kana turned and saw Alyris, who had also just finished cleaning.


    Her golden short hair was draped casually, and her freshly washed face still had some water droplets clinging to it.


    Although she had been training as a knight for many years, her facial skin was quite fair, and her big eyes, paired with her slightly chubby cheeks, gave off an air of innocence mixed with cuteness.


    Retracting his gaze: "Let''s go."


    Heading towards the convoy, they happened to meet Nickum, who was walking towards them.


    "Would you like to travel with us?"


    Kana nodded and followed along, casually asking, "Where are you planning to go?"


    "Where else can we go? We can only head to Faen. The port fell into chaos immediately.


    The monsters'' primary target was the port; I just escaped from there."


    Hearing Nickum''s words, Kana nodded.


    It aligned with the storyline.


    "Those damn skinless monsters, really no idea where they emerged from.


    And those nobles and officials who should have been hanged, I truly hope they get their brains eaten by those monsters."


    Nickum continued to rant.


    Don''t think too much; those nobles and officials were either killed or turned into the Blood Race.


    To be honest, most of those who managed to escape were civilians and some city guards.


    Most of the military forces used for defense and combat were the first to be transformed.


    However, this process should still be ongoing now.


    ...


    Safro Royal Capital.


    The once-foreign capital city had now become the Royal Court of the Blood Race.


    The entire city exuded the foul stench of decaying corpses and a bloody odor.


    The whole city was shrouded in a shadow, as if all the clouds had gathered above, blocking the sunlight.


    In the gloomy weather, one could only see dark shadows flapping their wings above the city.


    Those were flocks of giant bats.


    Throughout the city, a multitude of ghouls roamed the streets and alleys, becoming the most abundant residents in the city.


    There were also knights with pale faces, looking like death, with scarlet eyes glinting, patrolling on horses clad in blood-red heavy armor.


    Beside them were guards in the same state.


    And inside the city, within the castle on the cliff.


    Nobles of the Blood Race gathered there.


    "How are the preparations?" asked a large, richly-robed blood figure sitting on the king''s throne in the throne hall.


    Around the hall were many nobles and officials dressed in once-luxurious attire.


    Their skin was so pale it was almost green, and their faces were expressionless, a sign they had also become part of the Blood Race.


    "Your Majesty, all three ports have been fully reclaimed, and four cities have also been entirely taken over.


    A large number of civilians and massive amounts of corpses are waiting to be transformed into our power."


    A noble official kneeling in front of the throne reported.


    The Blood Race King, seated on the throne, asked in a deep voice, "Four cities?"


    The noble quickly added, "There''s one more, Count Vainsha''s territory.


    He... the Count..."


    "My son, what has he done?" the King asked, his voice revealing no hint of emotion.


    "The Count executed the Tailor in his territory, executed those Blood Mages, refusing to transform into the Blood Race.


    He is gathering his soldiers to resist, collecting refugees and sending them with his people to Cohen Kingdom."


    "Hmph, he truly is unwilling to embrace this new life."


    The King, while slightly angry, did not show extreme rage as expected, as if he had foreseen this.


    He turned to his side: "Walter, my son, I have already said, you should not be so lenient with your brother."


    The one called Walter, was actually Kana''s father.


    He was the former king of the nation, while the one sitting on the throne was the founding emperor of this country.


    It was clear he hadn''t died as would be expected, instead, he had been operating from the shadows.


    "He betrayed my trust, and your favor, father. Let me go capture him, I will make him a proper Blood noble."


    Upon hearing his son''s words, the King casually waved his hand: "You have other tasks to complete. Martin, my most loyal knight. Lead your men and bring me my son''s head."


    "Yes, Your Majesty."


    With the clashing of armor and heavy footsteps.


    The knight left the hall.

 Chapter 11: The Road to Escape

    Chapter 11 - 11: The Road to EscapeKana''s refugee caravan was heading southwest.


    The only kingdom bordering the Kingdom of Safro was the Kingdom of Faen.


    A long mountain range separated the two countries, but there were relatively narrow roads connecting each side of the mountains.


    These were the only two outward passages from the Kingdom of Safro.


    The passage southwest had no forests, mountains, or rivers to block the way, allowing for smooth passage.


    However, the road southeast was problematic, not only being blocked by numerous rivers but also inhabited by many beasts and some low-intelligence races.


    Thus, the Kingdom of Safro had always used the southwest route, maintaining a lukewarm relationship with its only territorial neighbor, the Kingdom of Faen.


    Generally, there were only commercial exchanges.


    After a day of marching, their refugee caravan gathered more people.


    There was no choice; almost all the cities had fallen.


    With the port taken over at first opportunity and no sea routes, they had few directions to choose from.


    It''s said that a large number of civilians were fleeing towards the Kingdom of Faen.


    The sun had set over the hill.


    The sky was becoming increasingly somber.


    "Hurry, we need to find a more concealed spot," Nickum said anxiously.


    It wasn''t just a day or two since they''d escaped from the city, and making it this far was fortunate.


    They naturally had some experience too.


    For example, the Blood Race grew stronger at night, even more so than during the day.


    All members of the Blood Race possessed night vision, which gave them a significant advantage over ordinary humans.


    "Follow me, I know a good place," Kana said, glancing around and heading in one direction.


    Nickum quickly turned his head, saying, "What are you doing standing around? Hurry up and follow."


    The members of the refugee caravan immediately followed.


    After another half-hour''s walk, they could see a small forest in the distance, with a hillside within.


    Kana led them to a wide cave opening recessed on the side, and with the surrounding trees as cover, it counted as quite concealed.


    "This is a good spot. Let''s rest here tonight," Nickum said, very satisfied with the surroundings.


    "Brother Kana, you''re really experienced, hahaha."


    "Not really, I''ve just been here before."


    The refugees with them started setting up a temporary camp around the area.


    It was very rudimentary, with just a few fires lit here and there.


    Kana and Alyris wandered around the small grove.


    Purposefully wandering, they found what they were looking for and Kana quickly knelt down to dig it out.


    "Garlic grass, hahaha," Kana said happily.


    Alyris looked and asked, "Your Highness, why are you digging out sharp-edged grass?"


    Garlic grass was a name given by players in the game, not something resembling or containing garlic.


    It''s just that the juice extracted from the grass acted as a toxin to the Blood Race.


    In the game, the Blood Race was also quite afraid of Silver Weapons, so they nicknamed it garlic grass.


    "This grass has a peculiar effect on those monsters; it''s like a toxin to them."


    "Really?" Alyris asked without suspicion, kneeling down to help pull out the grass.


    There wasn''t much of it, and after a while, they finished collecting and returned to camp.


    Seeing them bring back a bunch of sharp grass, Nickum was puzzled, "Why did you dig that up?"


    "We found earlier that those monsters seem to hate this grass, it seems to poison them."


    Hearing this, Nickum and the nearby guards simultaneously turned their heads.


    The monsters'' regenerative abilities had always been a headache for them.


    "You''re not lying, are you?" Nickum was a bit surprised.


    Kana nodded, "Why would I lie? I''ve even tried coating it on my sword. When struck on those monsters, they even cry out in pain."


    This was indeed nothing to lie about, as they all now shared a common enemy.


    "So these monsters do feel pain."


    Immediately convinced, Nickum said, "Alright, we''ll dig some up too." Turning back to his comrades, "What are you waiting for? Take a few people and dig some up!"


    Soon, some guards led refugees through the forest to dig up the sharp grass, swiftly gathering a bunch of it.


    Then, the women casually used whatever tools they had to simply extract some juice.


    They handed two small bottles of juice to Kana and Alyris as a gesture of gratitude.


    As nightfall came, they organized lookouts.


    Kana and Alyris naturally didn''t need to keep watch and fell asleep wrapped in blankets given to them by others as they sat by the fire.


    Before sleeping, Kana told others about the method of ear ringing being the enemy''s detection method using giant bats, advising them to be cautious.


    ...


    Early the next day, the refugee caravan quickly packed up and continued their journey.


    Approaching a village, Nickum sent two soldiers with two mercenaries ahead to scout.


    "Boss, the village is empty, and there''s a lot of blood and some gnawed bones left behind. They seem to be human bones," one returning soldier reported with a disgusted expression.


    Evidently, the situation in the village wasn''t good.


    "Did you see any of those monsters?"


    "No, the traces are from a few days ago."


    "Good, let''s hurry through here," Nickum relaxed.


    Kana and Alyris passed through the area outside the village.


    Alyris looked at the soil under her feet, furrowed her brow, and asked, "Den, Kana, why does the soil around the village look kind of dark?" sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Kana glanced and casually said, "That''s blood pollution. Those Blood Race members did it, polluting the land to make the whole area more suitable for dark creatures.


    Even some plants and animals get affected and undergo mutations."


    When the game started, the entire nation''s land became such a dark polluted area.


    The accumulated dark Magic Power made the land a place where sunlight couldn''t penetrate.


    Gathered clouds kept the earth perpetually shadowed, and even by the game''s late stages, recovery was minimal.


    This situation was just a harbinger.


    "Alright, stop overthinking, let''s speed up."


    Not long after, they encountered another refugee team, much more miserable, with most being injured and faces filled with exhaustion.


    Clearly, they had previously encountered enemies, though it''s unknown if they had escaped or defeated them.


    In any case, the two refugee teams merged into one.


    Looking at the refugee caravan, Kana couldn''t help but grumble, "If we keep picking up people along the way, we''ll probably have a group of five or six hundred by the time we reach the Count''s territory."


    A few kilometers away.


    A team was slowly moving, dragging some bound civilians behind.


    A wagon full of human corpses and remains was at the rear.


    "Sniff sniff."


    A Sewn-up Werewolf poked its head up, sniffing the air.


    "What are you smelling?" asked a nearby Blood Race Captain.


    "Bloodline, boiling, scent," said the Sewn-up Werewolf, speaking in broken, low, and raspy tones.


    "An escaped experiment? Or a royal member left outside?"


    The Blood Race Captain pondered and then made a decision.


    "Point a direction, and then you take these people back first. I''ll take a few people to check it out."


    The Werewolf pointed its claw in the direction of Kana and the others.


    "Alright," the Captain gathered a few blood servants and some ghouls, plus one giant bat, and quickly ran towards Kana and the others.

 Chapter 12 Garlic Poisoning

    Chapter 12 - 12 Garlic Poisoning It shouldn''t be too far now. Kana thought, they should be less than half a day away from the Count''s territory.


    Suddenly, a ringing in the ears was heard.


    "Stop! Everyone, don''t move!"


    Kana shouted loudly, as he had told them yesterday that hearing such a ringing might mean the enemy is scouting.


    Many people immediately halted.


    But you couldn''t expect the refugees to have such responsiveness.


    Nickum was the quickest to react, saying immediately, "Prepare for battle!"


    He said this and took out the garlic grass poison from his pocket, smearing it on his spearhead.


    Kana also saw the approaching enemy from afar.


    "Soldier Captain? This is troublesome."


    Leading them was a [Blood Race Captain], transformed from a living elite soldier.


    With a pale, bluish face, expressionless, still wearing the armor from before, but now adorned with some bones and blood.


    In his hand, he held a spear adorned with a skull.


    Behind him followed two blood slaves in leather armor, a few ghouls, and a giant bat.


    Seeing this lineup, Kana breathed a slight sigh of relief.


    Because there was only the Soldier Captain, no Blood Race Soldiers, just two blood slaves.


    According to the game''s level classification, the Soldier Captain counts as a Level Three elite monster.


    The two blood slaves are Level Two ordinary monsters.


    But here, in reality, one level difference means numerical suppression.


    "Alyris, do you see that Blood Race soldier? He''s yours to deal with."


    Alyris was the only one on their side who could face him directly.


    Alyris nodded, gripping her sword, and dashed forward.


    Seeing the enemy ranks, quite a few of the refugees began to scatter and flee in panic.


    He could clearly feel that the Soldier Captain was coming directly for him.


    "Pursuers?" Kana couldn''t help but wonder.


    After all, no members of the Safro royal family had escaped, except for the Count; they were all turned into Blood Race.


    "Your Highness, please come back with us; His Majesty is looking for you," the Soldier Captain, apparently familiar with Kana, said directly.


    "Then you go back and tell him I''m having too much fun out here," Kana replied directly.


    "Then we have no choice."


    "Take them out, but don''t harm the Prince."


    Alyris instantly intercepted him.


    A blood slave and a ghoul charged towards Kana.


    Knowing these attackers were coming for Kana specifically, the few guards and mercenaries prepared to flee, but those ghouls didn''t care and charged towards them as well.


    Kana pulled out his crossbow from his back and fired at the ghoul.


    The crossbow arrow pierced directly through the ghoul''s head.


    The poison on it instantly made the ghoul feel pain, rolling wildly on the ground.


    "Looks like my aim hasn''t deteriorated."


    Kana once again felt the unique sensation of his data-fied body; as long as your body''s attributes hit the mark, you could perform to the level dictated by those attributes.


    It''s a feeling that can''t be described in words, but immensely beneficial in combat, almost like being born for battle.


    This crossbow came from Nickum, who had taken it from a dead guard; unfortunately, there were only a few arrows.


    Therefore, Kana hadn''t spent any magic power to transform it into an equipment.


    He discarded the crossbow and drew his longsword, raising his shield to battle the blood slave.


    His shield was no longer a mere wooden board but a wooden shield with numerous battle scars, much better than before.


    He slashed his arm in reverse.


    The pain he felt also brought strength.


    "Hope I don''t awaken some weird attribute in the future."


    He joked as he raised the shield to block the enemy''s attack.  sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    A heavy blow landed on the shield.


    Such great force.


    Even with his enhanced power, he still felt challenged.


    He countered with a sword swipe.


    But the blood slave dodged it.


    Indeed, you couldn''t just chop these blood slaves like ghouls.


    He retreated a step, angled the shield to strike at the side of the enemy''s weapon.


    He instantly knocked the weapon aside, pulling his head back.


    "Spit!"


    Green liquid spewed from his mouth.


    The liquid instantly adhered to the blood slave''s face.


    "Ahhh!"


    It was like he was doused in acid, his cries of pain piercing the air.


    The blood slave instantly lost the ability to fight, clutching his face, doubled over.


    Kana spat a few more times, expelling all the liquid in his mouth.


    "Sure smells like garlic, ugh," he said.


    Despite his words, his hands moved quickly.


    He stepped forward and kicked the blood slave''s midsection, knocking him to the ground.


    A sword slashed across his chest.


    His blade was also coated with garlic juice, prompting even more anguished cries from the enemy.


    His hands, which had been covering his head, instinctively clutched his chest.


    Another thrust pierced the enemy''s head.


    Having taken down the higher-level enemy, Kana turned his gaze elsewhere.


    Over at Nickum''s position, they were no match for the blood slave.


    Two or three people couldn''t hold him back.


    "Use the juice, splash it on him,"


    Hearing Kana''s reminder, one of the soldiers finally reacted, flinging juice from his belt outwards.


    The liquid landed on the blood slave, instantly causing him to feel pain.


    Taking this opportunity, several of them swarmed him, knocking him down and turning his head into a pin cushion.


    Over on Alyris''s side, she was at an advantage, but evidently couldn''t easily finish off the enemy.


    But Alyris clearly heard Kana''s advice.


    Seizing the chance as the enemy evaded her attack, she smashed a whole bottle of juice on the enemy.


    "Ah, what is this?!"


    The enemy suddenly sensed pain, retreating several steps to keep a safe distance, yelling in pain, and asked forcefully.


    But evidently, Alyris had no intention of answering, directly pressing the attack.


    Pain distorted the enemy''s movements.


    He quickly became entirely subdued, and within a few strikes, his head was severed.


    Before they could even catch their breath,


    The giant bat in the sky was suddenly pierced by an arrow from afar, straight through the head.


    The remaining two ghouls were also pierced by arrows coming from a distance.


    Everyone turned to look.


    Not far away, a cavalry squad was approaching.


    As the sound of hooves surrounded them.


    Kana looked at the flags in their hands.


    Both comforting and familiar.


    An arrow piercing through a bat''s image.


    Frequently seen when the game had just launched.


    The banner of Count Vainsha.


    "You are brave, protecting the refugees, and have dealt with these monsters,"


    The cavalry captain took off his helmet and praised them.


    Then he saw Kana, furrowing his brows, and suddenly asked: "Are you Fourth Prince?"


    Upon hearing this, the cavalry around them immediately aimed their weapons at him.


    "Wait, it seems he hasn''t been transformed," the cavalry captain quickly stated.


    Kana raised his hands slightly to show he wasn''t a threat, saying, "I''m not on those disgusting creatures'' side, I''ve escaped from the Royal Capital."


    The cavalry captain looked at him, not fully believing, and after thinking for a moment, said: "Come with me, I will take you to the Count''s territory, where refugees who escaped have gathered.


    Prince, the Count will want to see you."


    Kana nodded without resistance.


    He gave a signal with his eyes to the wary Alyris, and the two followed along with the cavalry party.

 Chapter 13: Count’s Domain

    Chapter 13 - 13: Count''s DomainOutside the city walls, a large number of chevaux-de-frise were placed.


    Solders were patrolling everywhere, and many knights were leading some refugees into the city gate.


    Kana saw those refugees who were with them.


    It seems that when these refugees scattered and fled, they encountered the patrolling cavalry.


    "There''s actually a city that hasn''t fallen yet." Nickern was somewhat surprised.


    After all, in their escape journey, they encountered many refugees, and these refugees came from other cities.


    There hadn''t been any good news, like the entire country''s cities plunged into crisis overnight.


    "It''s because the Count had foresight. He defended his territory and protected Lake City."


    The Knight Captain said, seeming to hold great reverence for the Count.


    "You are right, Count is certainly a wise nobleman." Nickern said with a forced smile.


    Arriving outside the city gate, the Cavalry Captain instructed some of his team members to take Nickern and others to be settled elsewhere.


    He also had two horses brought over for Kana and the other person.


    "Your Highness, please follow me, it''s still a bit of a distance to the barracks where the Count is."


    Kana nodded, not resisting, and riding behind Alyris on horseback.


    ...


    Inside a rectangular fortress.


    Count Vainsha was discussing something with his subordinates here.


    "According to those refugees, all other places except us have fallen." A middle-aged man in armor said.


    "That was expected; besides the commoners and some stubborn folks, everyone else has long sided with the royal family." The speaker was a young person in light armor.


    "We should prepare early. With our amount of troops, it''s impossible to withstand those monsters."


    "No rush, transporting various supplies along with civilians isn''t that easy.


    Moreover, most cities are still in chaos now. The royal family will need at least half a month to stabilize and gather their troops to attack us."


    "That''s right, for now, we just need to focus on dealing with those monsters harassing us."


    Listening to his subordinates discussing the next steps, the Count frowned, looking at the map and pondering something.


    The door was pushed open at this time.


    A knight quickly walked over.


    The people in the room stopped their conversation and turned to look at him.


    "Count, the Prince has arrived."


    This statement made everyone in the room pause.


    "Have the enemies attacked?" The bearded middle-aged man asked.


    This made the reporting knight a bit confused.


    "Uh, it''s the Prince who has arrived, no enemies."


    Everyone also quickly realized that things weren''t what they thought.


    The Count immediately asked, "Does he look different from those of the Blood Race?"


    "No, Captain Blake is bringing him over."


    Hearing Blake''s name, the Count understood.


    "Understood, you may leave, let Blake bring him straight here when he arrives."


    "Yes."


    The knight left after receiving orders.


    As soon as the door was closed, the room immediately became noisy.


    "What''s going on? Is this a disguise? Or are they here to persuade us?"


    "They probably hope to persuade us to become some kind of new life, like them."


    "No way, I don''t want to be a fool that eats intestines."


    "Alright, settle down."


    The adjutant next to the Count tapped the table.


    Then everyone quieted down, looking at the Count.


    "I have no clue, we''ll see what happens when they arrive. Let''s see what my father intends to do." Even he couldn''t comprehend the situation at this moment.


    What was the purpose of the Prince''s arrival?


    Soon, there were noises from outside the door.


    "Come in."


    The door was pushed open, and the Black Knight brought in Kana and Alyris who were following him.


    "Kana?"


    "Fourth Prince?"


    "Why is it the Fourth Prince?"


    "What''s going on?"


    The people in the room were stunned, including the Count, completely unprepared for this. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    When they heard the Prince had arrived, they assumed it was the Eldest or Second Prince, not the Fourth Prince.


    Nothing like they expected.


    And looking at the Prince, he clearly hadn''t been turned into one of the Blood Race.


    "Blake, you can leave now."


    Black Knight nodded respectfully and exited, closing the door behind him.


    Kana looked at the people in front of him.


    Some familiar, some strangers.


    The Count, of course, was the most familiar, once called the Newbie Village Chief by them.


    A robust build standing 1.8 meters tall, clad in thick full body armor.


    Short, neat hair with neatly trimmed facial hair.


    Obviously, he must have been exceptionally handsome when he was younger.


    Even at this age, he has an air of distinction.


    Beside him was his adjutant, whose name was forgotten.


    He was just known as a relentless errand task dispenser.


    Players called him Village Official, doing tasks akin to a secretary, much like a village officer.


    A burly, bearded man to the Count''s left was familiar too. But now he''s whole, not lame with a pair of eyes.


    The later Blacksmith of Newbie Village, often bragging about his past exploits.


    Looks like what he bragged about was probably true.


    Second on the left wasn''t known, probably died in a later fight.


    First on the right was the Militia Instructor of Newbie Village, first NPC players saw after waking.


    Responsible for delivering the opening speech and movement guidance, as well as being the Knight''s profession mentor.


    Players called him One-Ear, but now he had both ears.


    The one beside him was unfamiliar, possibly also dead in later battles.


    Furthermore, in the corner sat a resting middle-aged woman holding a large wooden staff.


    Yara, the Alchemist of Newbie Village.


    Kana had done some side quests for her and ran errands.


    A significant number are familiar characters.


    While Kana observed them, the Count and others were also observing him.


    The Count spoke up, "Kana, why... are you here?"


    His tone lacked kindness.


    "I came to escape, Uncle. I don''t want to become one of those creatures in the Royal Capital."


    Hearing this, the Count looked seriously at Kana, "With your performance, you''re not supposed to know some things."


    "Wouldn''t I be unable to escape if I knew?"


    Kana said with a smile.


    Upon hearing this, the Count suddenly understood and smiled, "If I had been as clever as you in my youth, that would have been great."


    "Since you''re here, tell us what information you have. You must have gained something while fleeing from the Royal Capital to here, right?"


    Hearing this, Kana was already prepared.


    "The entire Royal Capital has fallen, it should now be a monster production hub.


    But gathering a monster army might take some time, but they will try to muster a unit to eliminate your threat first.


    Otherwise, with your meddling, they''d lose all their troops."


    Listening to Kana''s words, the people in the room weren''t too surprised, as they were ready.


    "Most likely led by the former King''s Knight¡ªMartin."


    "Martin, got it." The Count thought for a moment, then asked, "Is there anything else?"


    "During the escape, I discovered that Silver Weapons have a restraining effect on the Blood Race.


    There''s a plant called thorn grass, its juice acts like poison to the Blood Race."


    Hearing this, the faces of the people in front immediately turned serious.


    The Count frowned, asking, "Are you sure?"


    "For Silver Weapons, you can ask my knight. A silver dinner knife can easily pierce a werewolf''s chest.


    The thorn grass poison¡ªask the soldiers who fought with us along the road, they should have seen and used it."


    Kana calmly said.


    Alyris listened to Kana talk eloquently. Besides what she didn''t know about the Royal Capital, the rest seemed accurate.


    Thinking of it being the Prince, it felt normal too.


    Maybe during the stay in the Royal Capital, his behavior was deliberate to evade capture and danger.


    "I will verify your words, but now I think you both need to rest. You look worse than the refugees."


    Hearing this, Kana forced a smile, "Escaping here from the Royal Capital, we indeed could use a good rest.


    This was much tougher than a garden stroll."


    "Indeed, Blake, take the Prince to have a good rest."


    He turned to Kana and said, "We will talk about other things tomorrow."

 Chapter 14 Restraint

    Chapter 14 - 14 RestraintInside the command room.


    The Count and his subordinates were still discussing here. After Kana left, the room became somewhat quiet.


    Everyone seemed to be pondering something.


    "Do you think what my nephew said can be trusted?" The Count looked at the woman sitting in the corner and asked.


    Yara looked up: "Even you, a member of the royal family, don''t know, how can I possibly know?


    Since he said so, why not send someone to try and ask around?"


    The Count thought it was reasonable; it wasn''t a difficult matter: "Go bring one of the mercenaries he mentioned earlier and ask him."


    Then he looked at Yara again: "I remember having someone capture a few Blood Race for you?"


    Yara nodded: "Don''t worry, I still have two alive, I''ll bring one over."


    Saying so, she got up and left the command room.


    "This matter is likely true, but the question is, given the Fourth Prince''s abilities, could he escape all the way from the Royal Capital to here?"


    The Count''s adjutant, Jordan, asked. He had been to the Royal Capital with the Count and had seen princes of different ages.


    Similarly, much intelligence from the Royal Capital passed through his hands.


    In his impression, the Fourth Prince had the least presence and was also the most incompetent.


    According to the Count''s understanding of the royal family, someone like the Fourth Prince wasn''t even worthy of knowing the true intentions of the royal family.


    Yet now the Fourth Prince had fought his way from the Royal Capital to here, even under pursuit.


    "He''s not strong, but he has a warrior''s aura." commented Nado, the Knight Guard Captain.


    The Count couldn''t help but nod: "Compared to a few years ago, he has changed so much now that I hardly recognized him."


    "Haha, that''s men for you, growing amidst blood and fire." the bearded Udo laughed heartily.


    But no one paid attention to him.


    Soon a knight brought Nickn to the command room. Even before the questioning started, Yara also returned with two guards, who were using chains to bind a Ghoul.


    "Soldier, your name?"


    Nickn seemed very nervous, lowering his head as he said: "My lord, Nickn, my name is Nickn."


    "I heard you came here with the Fourth Prince?"


    Hearing this, Nickn hurriedly said, flustered: "I don''t know, forgive me, I really didn''t know he was a prince.


    I was too rude, forgive my offense!"


    Although he didn''t actually offend the prince on the road, it was evident he wasn''t respectful either. In fact, when he discovered they were after Kana, he immediately wanted to flee.


    If not for several Ghouls also coming after them, they would''ve actually escaped.


    "Alright, look up, soldier, muster your courage; I''m not here to punish you."


    The Count''s voice was full of expected authority.


    Nickn hurriedly nodded, grateful.


    "Tell me, how did you encounter the Prince, and what did you experience along the way?"


    Then the people in the command room listened as Nickn recounted his encounter with Kana and the experiences that followed.


    From time to time, everyone asked questions about certain details.


    After hearing the story, the Count nodded with satisfaction: "You are a brave soldier, I admire you.


    I allow you to join my army, you will be given the position of Soldier Captain and the ability to lead a small squad."


    Afterwards, he turned to his Guard Captain: "Give them one gold coin, this is a reward for their courage and duty."


    "Thank you, thank you, my lord."


    "Alright, you may leave now."


    After Nickn left,


    everyone turned their gaze to the Ghoul that was tightly bound.


    The Ghoul looked at the people in the room, still wearing that expressionless, pale face.


    Yet it was clear that its condition was very poor, looking fragile, almost like just skin and bones.


    "How did he become like this? I remember when I caught him, he didn''t look this bad." the bearded Udo asked, puzzled.


    "He needs blood and flesh, which I don''t like, so I starved him." Yara said nonchalantly.


    Then she opened her hands, holding in one a dagger appearing freshly cast from silver.


    In the other, she held the half bottle of pointed grass juice from Nickn.


    She sliced the Ghoul''s arm with the dagger.


    With one cut, the wound, like butter cut by a hot knife, began to unfold and the flesh around it melted.


    It seemed that such attacks were highly effective against the Blood Race, as the Ghoul''s eyes widened, its stiff expression becoming animated.


    "Ahhhhh!"


    The painful, hoarse screams filled the room as it struggled, shaking the chains tightly binding it.


    Yara dripped a little juice from the bottle onto her finger and smeared it on the Ghoul''s other arm.


    This time, the skin seemed to react to acid, instantly blistering and looking rotten.


    Using just a little juice, the damage was only skin-deep.


    But the Ghoul cried even more miserably, struggling all the more fiercely.


    "It seems this effect is much more powerful than we imagined. It''s the first time I''ve seen these fearless, pain-immune Ghouls wailing like this."


    The facts were now laid before them; the information Kana brought was indeed very useful.


    The Count, after some thought, said: "Coat all the knights'' swords with silver, and have the people below collect pointed grass to extract the juice."


    "What are your plans for the Fourth Prince?" adjutant Jordan asked.


    "Send him to Riverbend Town."


    He explained: "If he is without issues, then being away from the frontlines is a good thing for him.


    If he is problematic, then being away from the frontlines is even better."


    ...


    On the other side, finally, there was a secure resting place.


    In his room''s bathroom, Kana finally experienced a hot bath.


    Washing away all the grime, he lay on a normal wooden bed.


    Lying on the bed, he felt exhausted. After all this traveling, he could finally take a break.


    Personal Attributes Panel.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 1]


    [Status: Normal]


    [Blood Volume: 13/14]


    [Magic Power: 10/12]


    [Constitution: 7]


    [Agility: 6]


    [Spirit: 6]


    [Evaluation: Experienced Militia in actual combat.]


    Constitution improved by one point, and correspondingly, so did Agility.


    In the absence of Experience Value, Kana could clearly perceive what these improvements came from. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    After realizing that his body, thanks to datafication, was extremely vigorous, he often traveled at a brisk pace, even jogging.


    Otherwise, it would''ve been impossible for him to reach the Count''s land in the southernmost part of the Kingdom from Rubble Village in about two days.


    His physical strength was so good that even Alyris was considering whether Kana had hidden some of his capabilities.


    Sometimes, Alyris even thought Kana''s physical endurance might surpass hers.


    Using Level 1 attributes but keeping up with Alyris'' pace brought a high-intensity workout effect.


    Further combined with some battles along the way, his attributes saw improvement.


    "I didn''t expect that having a panel would still require my own efforts. I wonder if gaining another small piece of the Stone of Creation could add Experience Value.


    Or is it that Experience Value cannot be gained through the Stone of Creation?"


    With these thoughts, Kana fell into a deep sleep.

 Chapter 15: The Origin of Extraordinary Races

    Chapter 15 - 15: The Origin of Extraordinary Races"The front line is very dangerous, I will send someone to take you to Riverbend Town, where it will be much safer."


    In the morning command room, the Count said this to Kana.


    Kana had no dissatisfaction with the Count''s arrangement.


    If he could gain experience points by killing monsters, he would definitely find a way to stay on the front line, but unfortunately, he couldn''t.


    Since that''s the case, letting him go to the safe rear to train quickly in peace to improve his attribute values is indeed a good choice.


    Mainly because with his current physical condition, he can only handle level two blood thralls, relying on previous skills to kill monsters one level higher is already the limit.


    But what kind of place is Riverbend Town?


    The reason he was willing to go to the rear is that he is more familiar with places closer to the Newbie Village.


    So he had a lot of thoughts in his mind, but clearly, the names of some places from a few years ago and a few years later have obviously changed.


    Just like Rubble Village was once Carnivore Village.


    After all, this area has not been completely tainted by the evil forces of the Blood Race yet.


    "Where is Riverbend Town? Can I see the map?"


    Upon hearing this, the Count thought for a moment and took out a rough map from the drawer.


    It contained no strategic information, only marked the locations of some villages and towns.


    He pointed to a spot at a river bend below Seville Lake.


    "Here it is."


    Looking at this place, Kana''s eyes lit up.


    So this is Blood Cry Town.


    After a brief thought, he said, "I hope I can get some supplies and money, at least enough to form a militia guard.


    This journey has made me feel very insecure."


    Upon hearing this, the Count fell silent.


    Frowning, he stared at Kana, thinking slightly: "The two pieces of information you brought before are worth this much. Now that you''re my Guard Officer, that town is under your command.


    However, I hope you know what you''re doing, Blake will follow you to ensure your safety.


    So, is there anything else before you depart?"


    Guard Officer, huh? Truly cunning.


    And he also assigned a task to himself.


    After all, Kana knew that the Count couldn''t hold out.


    He would inevitably flee to Cohen when the time comes.


    So that town is already a territory to be abandoned, and he can mess around as he pleases.


    As long as it''s not too excessive, since Blake will be watching him.


    If Kana can accomplish something worthwhile, that''s even better.


    However, Kana did not refuse; this is good too, as it helps with his objectives at least.


    "One more question, how can I awaken the power within my body?"


    Kana asked.


    As a member of the royal family, he naturally possesses the power of Blood Magic.


    The so-called Blood Race is just a creation of self-modification by mages.


    As previously mentioned, all unreasonable elements in this world stem from the changes made by the Stone of Creation.


    A complete Stone of Creation can bring about a race with extraordinary power, even altering the size and appearance of the race.


    Many races in this world came to be this way.


    Elves, Dwarves, Beastmen... are essentially humans'' modifications of themselves.


    Some powerful mages also wanted to recreate this ability, and many magical beasts, evil entities, and synthetic monsters can be considered their products.


    Like Goblins, Werewolves, and the current Blood Race, etc.


    According to the game''s background information, the original creation of the Blood Race involved the Stone of Creation.


    However, it used fragments, and the mage who obtained this fragment ambitiously attempted to create a perfect race.


    Thus, they transformed the initial Blood Race; the Stone of Creation is so rare that he naturally used himself as the source.


    This results in the Blood Race being nowhere near as perfect as races like the Elves, but much stronger than those completely created by mages.


    This blood calamity was precisely a process initiated by the mage''s family to perfect the Blood Race.


    As a royal family member who inherited some power but had not undergone magical conversion,


    Kana naturally also inherited the power created by the Stone of Creation in his body.


    He believes the Count knows how to use such power.


    After all, the Count''s profession in the game is a Blood Knight.


    He is also the mentor and founder of this profession.


    Completing a series of tasks would grant a certificate to change professions when version 2.0 starts.


    Kana had experienced this before; he had an alt with this profession, and once the power was awakened, he could master it relatively easily.


    "You can already feel it?" The Count was somewhat surprised.


    "I can''t feel it, but I know it''s there," Kana said truthfully.


    "Is that so? Then you just need to follow the knight training step by step, and at a certain level, you''ll be able to feel that power."


    Upon hearing this, Kana frowned slightly. He turned his head to Alyris, who had been following him.


    "Alyris, can you feel it?"


    Alyris didn''t hide it either, she thought for a moment and then nodded: "I don''t know what kind of feeling Your Highness is referring to, but since I started recovering my injuries in the basement, I can indeed feel a strange power in my body.


    However, I can''t activate it, nor can I use it. I''m not even sure if it''s just my imagination."


    Upon hearing this, the Count glanced at Alyris and then at Kana, with a question in his eyes.


    He wondered if she was another illegitimate child of someone.


    However, Kana spoke directly: "I suspect she is my mother''s experiment, and perhaps she has blood magic power in her body."


    Alyris turned pale, and thoughts of what Kana said about his mother, the Princess, resurfaced in her mind.


    But Kana didn''t give her time to think, and directly said: "Alyris is my trusted knight. Since I can''t use this power for now, let Alyris learn it instead.


    I believe with her talent, she can receive your guidance."


    Alyris wanted to say something but was stopped by a glance from Kana.


    The Count thought slightly, observed Alyris for a moment, then nodded.


    "Step forward, Knight, let me assess you."


    Alyris stepped forward, and the Count began to teach her how to harness this sensation and master the power.


    However, Kana next to them was somewhat unable to understand.


    In the real world, training in extraordinary power clearly wasn''t as simple as leveling up in a game and throwing skills around.


    After a round of guidance, it was already afternoon.


    The Count also became busy.


    Kana and Alyris took their leave of the Count and were guided by a knight out of the city.


    There, three knights were waiting for them.


    Alyris had also changed into a new, fitting armor and a brand-new sword.


    The leading knight was the familiar Blake.


    Blake dismounted and saluted Kana.


    "Your Highness, the Count has sent us to ensure your safety."


    Kana nodded and exchanged a few pleasantries.


    He mounted the spare horse.


    "Let''s go."


    Five horses formed a formation, with Kanal in the center.


    They headed towards Riverbend Town. S~ea??h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

 Chapter 16 The Outside World

    Chapter 16 - 16 The Outside WorldThe women hold their children, the men carry their luggage.


    Carts, mules, pack horses.


    One refugee group after another passes by, traversing from afar.


    They almost all head in one direction.


    Kana and four others ride on horses, traveling along the dirt road.


    "So many people managed to escape," Alyris observed, seeing more refugee groups than she had imagined, which was better than expected.


    "The Count led the troops, holding off more of the Blood Race from advancing further, giving these refugees some breathing time," Blake commented from the side.


    Kana nodded in agreement, acknowledging this fact.


    His uncle indeed wanted to preserve the last seeds of this country.


    Indirectly cutting off the Blood Race''s source of troops.


    Unfortunately, he underestimated the power of the Blood Race''s invasion.


    This country will have no chance of rebuilding.


    Alyris looked at the refugees in confusion, and softly asked, "Where can we go in the future?"


    Alyris had never left this country. Since the village was destroyed when she was a child, she had been training as a Knight Apprentice.


    For her, the future was about protecting the royal family, becoming their sword and shield.


    She had never considered a situation like the current one.


    The country was destroyed, and the royal family was the main culprit; she now felt utterly lost.


    "Have you been to other countries? Seen other races? Ever yearned for the outside world?"


    Kana suddenly asked.


    These words left those around him pondering.


    Neither Alyris, Blake, nor the other two knights had left the country, resulting in them bowing their heads in deep thought.


    It seems they really haven''t left this country.


    A knight typically begins training at a young age, starting around age eight or nine.


    Some even begin at age six or seven.


    This training continues until they are about 14, when they gradually become official knights.


    According to what''s classified in the game levels.


    Kana thought Blake should be Level Three; Alyris was also Level Three. But now Alyris should be considered as having an Elite Template. In the game''s depiction, her avatar frame has a copper edge.


    If Alyris mastered the Blood Power, she should be counted as having an Elite Template in-game depicted as a silver-edged avatar frame.


    Later, she could even achieve a Hero Panel level and possibly a Legendary Panel level.


    After all, she appears every April Fool''s Day as one of the dungeon bosses.


    Appearing alongside the clown king, which is himself.


    As the game progresses, her strength naturally grows stronger.


    She''s truly a promising figure.


    As for the other two knights, they would be considered Level Two.


    However, despite being Level Two, different troop types mean varying strength. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Not to mention these knights are riding horses and clad in full body armor.


    A knight''s full body armor alone requires at least two gold coins.


    Adding horses and weapons, sometimes it needs 4~5 gold coins to be fully equipped.


    Compared to a soldier of the same Level Two strength with only cloth armor and a long spear, it''s an utter crush.


    Just like the Guard Captain Kearn was also Level Two, but he would certainly be overpowered by a knight.


    "No, I''ve only heard others say at times, like there being many wondrous magic beyond.


    And many peculiar races, like the beautiful, pointy-eared elves who can live for a long time.


    Short and stout dwarves, dwelling in mountains, very skilled in weapon forging, and such," Alyris recalled.


    "Ah, I know elves, I''ve seen them," the knight walking ahead turned, proudly stating.


    Kana remembered his name was Kecha.


    "I saw them on a merchant ship at the port of Coral City while patrolling. Their ears are pointed, resembling fins, and their eyes are large and blue."


    Listening to his description, Alyris, Blake, and the other knight displayed expressions of sudden realization and understanding.


    Kana shook his head helplessly, "You''re mistaken; what you described isn''t elves, but Children of the Sea."


    Everyone looked at Kana, waiting for his explanation.


    "Elf hair, due to different dwelling areas, is mainly golden, silver, or emerald green.


    They are tall, very beautiful, chic in appearance; if you''ve seen them, you certainly wouldn''t forget or confuse them."


    Their popularity as a race is no joke.


    According to statistics, among the players of "Stone of Creation," 80% have had elf character accounts.


    The online player base playing as elves consistently maintains over 23%.


    They''re a distinguished race.


    Humans as the second player race maintain an average online rate of below 20%.


    Kana seriously suspects the total number of elves might not exceed the player base''s elf characters.


    "And the Children of the Sea, just as you described, have fin-like ears.


    They usually have beautiful scales at the back of their ears, collarbones, and spines, naturally feeling sea currents, and can breathe underwater."


    Seeing the group''s strong interest, Kana thought for a moment and continued discussing.


    "However, the number of Children of the Sea is not large and mostly scattered across fleets and merchant ships, often serving as navigators.


    They are a race altered by the Stone of Creation, though not entirely transformed by the complete Stone of Creation.


    Rather, using a large piece of the Stone of Creation to bestow attributes that adapt to environments.


    In their race''s legendary tales.


    Their clan leader once held the Stone of Creation and wished thus: ''O gemstone of world creation, source of all life, grant us the ability to safely live at sea.''


    His wish and resolve moved that large piece of the Stone of Creation.


    Since then, they''ve sensed the movements of the sea, predicted ensuing tsunamis and storms.


    They could also freely breathe underwater and are endowed with the power to safely live at sea."


    Upon hearing Kana''s narrative, everyone expressed enlightenment with a keen sense of longing.


    "Didn''t expect the Prince to be so knowledgeable," Blake praised.


    Alyris nodded repeatedly, "Mmm, mmm, mmm."


    "Prince, is the legend of the Stone of Creation true? Can it grant wishes, fulfill any desire?" Alyris''s eyes sparkled with yearning.


    The legend of the Stone of Creation is almost pervasive throughout the world, with countless related stories.


    Some true, some false, interwoven together make most ordinary people think it''s simply myth.


    However, those with even some power know the reality behind it.


    Especially small fragments, descending into the body directly.


    At any moment, someone might activate a fragment within them, becoming a genius and gaining new abilities.


    Such occurrences are very common.


    "Of course, it''s real; otherwise, why would stories of it be everywhere?"


    "Is it true?" Blake was surprised, always thinking it was just a myth.


    Kana looked at Blake oddly.


    Logically, Blake should have known it was true.


    Yet, upon thinking further, it seemed reasonable.


    The country was in a state both enclosed and open.


    Surrounded by sea on three sides and mountains on one.


    The single safe land passage wasn''t quite convenient to traverse.


    Sea routes are limited and unsafe.


    Nonetheless, the Safro Kingdom is positioned on the continent''s edge, a fairly good spot.


    Benefiting from considerable tax income through several ports.


    Logically, with such natural conditions and Safro Kingdom''s free, lenient policies, it should greatly aid communication and integration.


    Yet, reality differs.

 Chapter 17 Riverbend Town

    Chapter 17 - 17 Riverbend TownThe actual situation is this.


    The Safro Kingdom refuses to allow the Holy Light Church to settle, refuses the Adventurer Association, and refuses any neutral or orderly organizations to enter.


    All goods that can be traded are transported to the port, and foreign merchants are not allowed to leave the port city.


    The only small trade caravans are with the neighboring Cohen.


    Moreover, the Safro Kingdom has only been established for a little over 100 years, and its territory is indeed quite small, with few resources.


    Furthermore, the flow of Magic Power is extremely scarce, to the point that even some guilds related to Magic are not interested in coming here.


    However, this is somewhat a blessing in disguise.


    Precisely because the flow of Magic Power is so scarce, the country''s homeland is actually safer, as various magical creatures and the like are very rare.


    This, instead, has attracted some ordinary civilians to move here, adding to the kingdom''s population.


    However, the reason for the lack of Magic Power isn''t really due to this region, but the royal family''s schemes.


    "Haven''t you seen any other races?" Kana asked, puzzled.


    To be honest, he hadn''t expected this. In this world, communication among various races is relatively frequent.


    Even racial integration and cohabitation is quite normal.


    Any place might suddenly give rise to a new race.


    Even if the continent they are on now is mainly composed of humans, they shouldn''t have never seen any other race.


    However, these few all shook their heads together. They are already Knights, considered middle-class in this country.


    If they haven''t seen, then ordinary people probably haven''t, either.


    Perhaps there is some rather exclusionary policy in place.


    All irregular issues can be blamed on the royal family; after all, they are experimenting here to create new races.


    No wonder he hasn''t seen any non-human races on his way here.


    "Your Highness, have you ever been to other countries?" Blake suddenly asked.


    Kana instinctively wanted to answer, then immediately stopped, shook his head, "No, but I''ve read many books about the outside world, so I understand a bit."


    Almost slipped up; there is no way Kana would have a chance to go abroad.


    Chatting all the way, they rested for a night. By the afternoon of the next day, they arrived at Riverbend Town.


    From afar, you can see a dirt road extending into the town.


    This town isn''t prosperous, but it''s not bad either; various buildings are scattered here and there.


    In the distance, the sound of river water flowing can still be heard.


    The reason it can be heard is naturally that this river is no small river; it qualifies as a river of significant size.


    Entering the town.


    Kana looked around, observing closely.


    Almost the same as he remembered.


    "Blake? Aren''t you supposed to be fighting with the Count?" A woman by the roadside seemed to recognize Blake and greeted him.


    Many people around knew these three Knights and occasionally greeted one of them.


    Something doesn''t feel right; there seem to be too many people in this town, and there''s no sense of impending disaster or fear.


    Moreover, along the way, they saw several Blacksmith Shops.


    They even saw a training ground from afar, with quite a few children training inside.


    The entire town isn''t old; from many buildings, it can be seen they were built not too long ago.


    It gives a somewhat new feeling.


    Looking all the way, Kana finally thought of something and asked, "Aren''t the residents here the families of the Knights?"


    Blake turned his head in surprise to look at Kana; he didn''t expect Kana figured it out so quickly.


    Judging by Blake''s expression, Kana knew he was right.


    "This town hasn''t been built for many years, right? Not more than 10 years?"


    Blake nodded, "I started training as a Knight not long before I was brought here; at that time, it was just a rather simple Military Camp."


    Upon hearing this, Kana didn''t ask more.


    However, certain layouts and architectural styles of this town indeed gave Kana a sense of returning to the Newbie Village at the start of the game.


    It seems he hadn''t found the wrong place.


    They soon arrived at a small stone fortress, which was the residence of the mayor.


    Guards in full armor could be seen guarding the area.


    Evidently, this place also functions as a Military Camp.


    An elderly man in half-armor walked out, with several scars on his face, giving a somewhat fierce impression.


    It seems the mayor is this gentleman, resembling a retired Knight.


    "Knight Jonel, this is His Highness the Fourth Prince, the newly appointed Civil Servant by the Count."


    Mayor Jonel glanced at Blake and then at Kana. After saluting, he didn''t say much, just nodded.


    "If there''s anything needed, just let me know."


    With that, he turned and walked away without looking back.


    Blake awkwardly said, "Knight Jonel is like this, I hope Your Highness doesn''t take offense."


    Kana nodded slightly, not minding it.


    "It''s getting late; I''ll take you to where you will rest."


    Blake led them to a house with a small courtyard.


    He settled them inside and provided two servants for them.


    Two women, one helping to clean and the other to cook.


    Before leaving, Blake added, "We don''t have appropriate maids here, so I must ask Your Highness to endure for a while."


    However, Kana didn''t mind, just waved it off.


    Had a simple meal, and as for the food, it was just edible.


    Kana walked into his room to rest.


    Lying on the bed, staring at the beams above, pondering the next course of action.


    It is basically confirmed that Riverbend Town is the Blood Cry Town and also the battle location during the beta test.


    Kana has participated in the beta test.


    Of course, the beta test was merely a three-day phase involving 5000 participants.


    The main testing was for simple tasks and the combat system.


    Though it had been a long time ago, at least he remembers some parts; after all, it was his first encounter with a virtual game, which was tremendously shocking for him.


    Though it had limited sensations, and only full visual experience.


    All he remembered during the beta test were errands mostly related to war.


    Like helping to transport the wounded, transporting goods, delivering supplies.


    During combat, the task was just guarding and eliminating enemies.


    Back then, there wasn''t any storyline, only a final cutscene was shown before the beta test concluded.


    The cutscene''s protagonist was the Count, who later became the Newbie Village chief. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Later, when it officially started, as the storyline gradually progressed, they realized that the battles they participated in during the beta were, in fact, related to the Count''s retreat battle.


    And the battleground was called Blood Cry Town.


    It is determined for sure they have to retreat to Cohen; with their current strength, they are no match for the fully organized Blood Race.


    Hence preparations here need to start.


    Next is the most important¡ªStone of Creation.


    Since the Golden Finger can be almost confirmed to be generated by the Stone of Creation based on one''s thoughts.


    To enhance his strength and perfect the so-called "Golden Finger."


    More Stones of Creation are needed.


    Additionally, strengthening himself, and checking whether the Experience Points System can be added.


    That training becomes the top priority, and the datafication of his body means his Physical Strength is hard to exhaust.


    Moreover, Life Value recovery is very easy, without worrying about problems caused by overtraining.


    Coincidentally, he is at the rear for now, so training should be relatively easy.


    Judging based on his understanding of the storyline, the next battle will not start for at least a month later.


    At least, it has to be after half a month.


    During this time, through training, he can definitely reach Level Two, and coupled with his combat skills, it should be enough to handle Level Three enemies.


    As long as he doesn''t engage renowned characters, ensuring safety shouldn''t be an issue.


    He can also experiment with the equipment system, searching for meaningful items.


    Additionally, experimenting with whether potions can be datafied? Can food be datafied?


    After all, in the game, Consumables should also be part of the equipment.


    In the game, while food lacks taste, it can add beneficial effects.


    After datafying potions, they might become slightly more useful.


    Even if the datafication effect is limited to personal use.


    Primarily, although the total Magic Power is only capped at 12 points, it recovers slowly. Even though it''s slow, it feels like a waste if not used.


    This cannot be tolerated.

 Chapter 18: Merman

    Chapter 18 - 18: MermanEarly morning.


    On a hillside outside the town.


    A figure was carrying a huge log, climbing, jumping, and doing push-ups.


    Engaging in various forms of training.


    "Your Highness, are you really not going to take a break?" Alyris asked worriedly from the side.


    Kana shook his head with a smile once again: "Really, don''t worry about me, Alyris. I''m not feeling tired yet, trust me.


    You should already know about my physical strength, it''s quite good, isn''t it?"


    "But, but..."


    "Don''t worry, it''s fine."


    But the problem is, this really isn''t about physical strength, who trains like this anyway?


    This is just putting your body through unnecessary suffering, maybe by the time your strength increases, your body will already have various issues.


    This was what Alyris was most worried about.


    Training like this, the internal problems are the real concern.


    What Alyris didn''t know was that these after-effects didn''t exist for Kana.


    Muscle strain? Organ load? Joint damage?


    What are those? They don''t exist.


    This body is no longer a frail entity.


    Although fatigue can still be felt, it''s very minimal, always in a subtle state.


    It hasn''t even reached the point where heavy breathing is necessary.


    A datafied body isn''t immune to fatigue, physical strength doesn''t run out, it just greatly extends the stamina reserve.


    On the personal attributes status bar, there''s not even a negative state of fatigue.


    It wasn''t until noon that Alyris finally stopped intervening.


    Because it was apparent that Kana''s body might be different.


    Otherwise, at this level, it wouldn''t be a problem of willpower, the body itself would strike.


    "Are you really okay with this?"


    Blake, who had been watching from a distance, couldn''t help but speak.


    Another knight next to him¡ªRilla said, "It shouldn''t be a problem, it looks like the constitution is naturally good, after all, it''s the royal family."


    They somewhat knew a few things.


    At this point, Kana also finished his continuous morning training.


    Sitting down, he asked, "Alyris, don''t you need to train at your stage now?"


    All morning, he only saw Alyris warming up a bit beside him, and then she kept worrying about him from time to time.


    Alyris nodded: "Mm, after becoming an official knight, training doesn''t have much effect anymore."


    "What about after that?"


    "After that?" Alyris was a bit puzzled.


    "I mean how does one improve their strength after that?"


    "Combat, honing skills."


    Upon hearing this answer, Kana fell into thought.


    He suddenly remembered that all melee professions had some skills without special powers before reaching level three.


    Like Shield Strike, Chop, Jump Slash, Charge.


    After level three, some skills with obvious special effects started to appear, which could be considered as having special abilities.


    Like Bloody Slash, Trample, Shield of Anti-Magic.


    So basically, pure physical attributes reach a limit after level three, and after that, you need to rely on special powers.


    "Then you should really think about how to awaken that power within you." Kana said.


    That''s Blood Magic.


    All royal family members have it, Alyris was actually the result of an experiment by her mother.


    In the game plot, Alyris''s personal storyline and the Blood Race birth storyline almost explicitly indicated this situation.


    "The Count has already mentioned it to me, but I might need some more time." Alyris looked at her palm.


    She could feel that there was something different inside her body, like she could control it, and yet couldn''t.


    "No rush, take your time, we have a bit of time." Kana patted Alyris on the shoulder and said with a smile.


    The two left and rejoined Blake and the others before returning to the town.


    After having a meal, they strolled around the town, then Kana headed straight in the direction of the riverbank.


    They were at a river bend where the water wasn''t rapid.


    The river was very broad, you could only see the opposite bank from a distance.


    At this river bend, it already felt like a lake.


    Several small fishing boats could be seen along the riverbank, and there were places to dry nets nearby.


    There were also a few fishermen gathered on the riverbank doing something.


    "Damn it, Old Pete, how did you catch a fishman?"


    "I didn''t catch it, it ran into the net by itself. I thought I had caught a big fish. These little monsters are really annoying."


    "Quick, put it back in the river, otherwise those fishmen will come to bother us again, forget about peaceful fishing for a few months."


    "I lost a small boat some time ago, could it be those fishmen stole it?"


    "Fishmen don''t need boats, you idiot."


    "Or, should we kill it? The fishmen wouldn''t know anyway. If we put it back, what if they say we caught it?"


    Hearing this, the group seemed to see some sense in it and started contemplating.


    "What are you doing?" Blake suddenly said.


    The sudden voice startled them.


    They looked over guilty, seeing a few knights, they quickly lowered their heads.


    Old Pete hurriedly explained: "Honorable knights, we accidentally caught a fishman in our net."


    As they spoke, they stepped aside.


    Behind them, there was a net where a fishman was struggling inside, pulling at the net, and jabbering as if cursing.


    The fishman was very short, with short limbs, a head, and a pair of bulging eyes, looking quite stupid.


    The exterior skin had some gray patches with some blue spots as highlights.


    In the sunlight, it glistened, with a layer of mucus on the body surface.


    "If it was unintentional, let it go, we don''t have any conflict with the fishmen across the river."


    Blake said directly.


    He knew since childhood that fishmen existed across the river.


    But they didn''t rely on this river for life, and the fishmen were on the opposite side, both sides coexisted peacefully for more than 10 years like this.


    Moreover, they actually overheard the fishermen''s intentions on their way over.


    "Put it back, it shouldn''t be much of a problem. If you kill it, you''ll cause unnecessary trouble." S§×arch* The ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Old Pete quickly nodded: "Yes, we were too selfish. You''re kind, my lord."


    "What are you standing there for? Let it go quickly."


    The fishermen behind them hurriedly moved to open the net, releasing the fishman.


    The moment the fishman was freed, it started jumping and cursing in place, looking very angry.


    After shouting jibber-jabber a few times, it walked directly towards the water.


    Blue Spot Fishmen, there were fishmen here after all.


    But that makes sense, after all, this wasn''t a dead area yet at the start of the subsequent plotline.


    However, Kana remembered that the fishmen living by the coast near the Newbie Village seemed to be this tribe.


    Thinking about this, Kana quickly shouted: "Wait a minute!"


    However, the fishman couldn''t understand at all and didn''t even look back, heading straight into the river.


    "Gula Gwa!"


    Strange sounds were shouted, and the fishman seemed to understand, paused its steps, and turned around.


    Its big eyes showed confusion.


    "Gwali Gugila!" Kana shouted out energetically, gesturing wildly.


    And the fishman seemed to understand something and came back.


    Under the confused, puzzled, and shocked gazes of the crowd.


    One person and one fish this way, gestured while jabbering a conversation.


    "Pfft!"


    Alyris finally couldn''t hold in her laughter, turned away, and her shoulders shook from the amusement.


    They gestured energetically for quite a while.


    Finally, Kana stood up, nodding his head.


    "I''ve had a good talk with him." He turned to look at Old Pete: "Do you mind giving us a ride across?"


    Old Pete shook his head vigorously: "It''s my honor, please follow me, my lords."


    He hurried off to prepare.


    Alyris and the others looked at Kana with curious eyes, and at the fishman next to his leg, glancing around.


    "What''s up?"

 Chapter 19 Fishman Village Relic

    Chapter 19 - 19 Fishman Village RelicThe river flows slowly.


    Two slender fishing boats move towards the opposite shore under the fishermen''s rowing.


    For a fishing boat, squeezing five people onto it at once, plus the fisherman and a fishman, is really a bit too difficult.


    Not to mention that four of them are wearing armor.


    Even now divided into two boats, it still feels a bit cramped.


    "Your Highness, why, why can you communicate with these fishmen?" Alyris asked, sitting next to Kana.


    The fishman with blue spots sat at the edge of the boat, paddling with its short arms, muttering something in excitement, seemingly fascinated by the experience of sitting on a boat.


    "It''s not really communication. The language among fishmen is actually quite crude. They mostly use tone and body language to express themselves.


    Thus, they can usually understand the intent of other races quite easily, but it is a bit challenging for other races to understand them.


    That''s how they communicate internally, especially between different fishman tribes."


    Kana explained such knowledge on the side.


    Alyris and Blake both looked enlightened.


    "Your Highness, your knowledge is deeper than I thought." Blake expressed with some admiration.


    He considered this knowledge to be quite niche.


    He couldn''t imagine how boring one would have to be to learn about such things.


    Yet Kana not only knew but was also able to apply it.


    If Kana heard this, he would have to tell Blake, "It''s just like how players are."


    However, Blake frowned slightly and asked with some seriousness, "Your Highness, is there any motive for going to the other side of the river? I must tell you, these fishmen, although they have no conflict with us,


    they are not civilized beings, which might lead to some unforeseen conflicts."


    He worried that Kana might do something to anger the fishmen, as Kana is, after all, a prince¡ªa noble being. sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    And fishmen... they are only slightly better than beasts, at least in Blake''s mind.


    Kana smiled, giving him a reassuring expression, "Since I understand these fishmen''s customs, I naturally know how to interact with them properly. So don''t worry."


    Blake nodded. Just one reminder was the limit of his duties.


    With the river''s gentle breeze, the fishing boat became quiet.


    Kana looked at the fishman.


    The Blue Spot fishman was of interest because, near the coast where the plot begins at Newbie Village, there was such a fishman tribe, a neutral entity where some quests could be taken.


    Fishmen are known to be found anywhere there is water in this world, are not aggressive, and clean up some trash along riverbanks.


    Due to some internal system among fishmen, they rarely form large tribes.


    A thousand-strong fishman tribe is almost the limit, which means they don''t occupy much of the coastline.


    Often, to ensure their safety, they build their tribes in reef areas and under cliffs.


    This also results in most intelligent races rarely clearing out fishman tribes without reason.


    In the game, there are many quests related to fishmen, issued by fishmen.


    That kind of animated way of communication is familiar to players in the mid to late stages.


    The reason players are so eager is that fishman quests often yield uniquely styled equipment.


    You have to admit that players enjoy quirky things once they reach mid to late game.


    The way to distinguish fishmen is by their spots¡ªthe color and density of the stripes indicate different tribes.


    And "Blue Spot" almost certainly confirms it''s the tribe by the Newbie Village coast.


    Most importantly.


    The first quest featuring the Stone of Creation starts with this fishman tribe.


    In the early to mid-game, this item is more of a background element. Once obtained, it''s a crucial quest item that players can''t use themselves.


    But each Stone of Creation triggers quests with extremely generous rewards.


    So in the early to mid-game, Stone of Creation equals top-tier rewards.


    Lost in thought, Kana was brought back to reality by old Pete''s voice.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, we''ve reached the shore."


    Kana returned to his senses, and the group disembarked.


    They instructed the fishermen to wait by the shore for their return, and Blake casually gave them a few Copper Coins.


    Amidst a chorus of thanks, they followed behind the chattering fishman into the distance.


    They hadn''t walked far.


    Two fishmen came running from a distance, holding long spears made of stone.


    They cast a wary look at Kana and his group, then began communicating animatedly with the fishman in front of them.


    "They really do communicate this way," Alyris found it fascinating.


    After some communication, the fishman that brought them gestured animatedly at Kana.


    Kana merely nodded.


    He turned to the others and said, "He wants us to follow him."


    They followed him and took a short detour, eventually seeing the fishman village by a shallow beach.


    A simple shelter made of branches and leaves.


    There were also some bones and various kinds of debris.


    This place could almost be considered a small village.


    Fishmen were everywhere.


    Of varying sizes, some fat, some thin.


    "Look at that. Is that even a fishman?" One of the accompanying knights, Kecha, pointed in the distance and asked.


    It was a fishman about 1.5 meters tall, towering over the other fishmen who were less than a meter tall.


    Moreover, its physique was much more robust, wielding a giant bone club with an unknown fish skull attached.


    Seeing this fishman, Kana was pretty much certain that this fishman tribe was indeed the one near the Newbie Village coast.


    "Strongfish" was the name of this fishman.


    A Level Three Fishman Warrior.


    At least in the game, that''s how it was labeled.


    "To be honest, although I''ve lived on the other side for so long, it''s my first time coming here to see a fishman village with my own eyes," Blake remarked with some emotion.


    "What''s your first impression?" Kana asked with a smile.


    "It''s much better than I thought; I expected them to just dig a hole in the sand or something.


    I''m surprised they even build houses, though these houses... are quite basic," Blake said.


    While the group was chatting, an elderly fishman, visibly older than the ordinary fishmen, walked out of the village.


    Different from other fishmen, this elder fishman wore decorative clothing made of shell strings.


    Its appearance was also somewhat different; other fishmen''s heads resembled fish with eyes on the sides.


    But this fishman''s head sides protruded outward, triangular, with eyes slanting on the sides.


    In its hand was a giant Coral Staff, with shell-made bells hanging from its head.


    The bells jingled as it walked.


    "Strongfish" followed beside it for protection.


    Seeing this elder fishman, Kana smiled slightly, placing his hands behind his back and bending slightly.


    "Frogtop Prophet, hello."


    This elder fishman appeared very surprised, seeing Kana perform an internal fishman courtesy. It instantly felt a connection.


    "Hello, friendly human."


    The four standing behind Kana widened their eyes as the fishman spoke.


    And it was speaking in the common tongue.


    "I didn''t expect to meet a human who understands fishmen; I already heard from Little Bay that you saved him. Thank you for your kindness."


    The fishman''s intonation was odd, but his words were understandable.


    "I''m curious, thus I have some understanding.


    Prophet, I''ve heard you have a half-round Relic Stone Slab, which piques my interest.


    What must I do to have you give it to me?"


    Kana''s words were direct and blunt.


    The four accompanying him were baffled.


    However, the fishman prophet seemed to appreciate this straightforwardness. They disliked any ambiguity.


    Intentions should be stated clearly; otherwise, fishmen might take the circumvention seriously.


    "Is this what you mean, human?"


    The elder fishman took out a half-round stone slab from a small cloth bag carried by the Fishman Warrior beside him.


    He handed it directly to Kana.


    Taking it and examining it, Kana confirmed its authenticity, even though past memories had faded, the stone slab seemed right.


    "Indeed, this is it."


    "Human, this stone slab used to be a whole piece, but it became half not long ago."


    "?"

 Chapter 20 Relic Stone Slab (Seek to follow and read!)

    Chapter 20 - 20 Relic Stone Slab (Seek to follow and read!)"Half?"


    Upon hearing this, Kana couldn''t help but retrieve from his mind the information he once knew about this quest chain.


    It''s been a long time, but since it was the first player-triggered quest related to the Stone of Creation, some memories remained very clear.


    This is a unique quest.


    After completing all the side quests for the "Blue Spot" Fishman Tribe, gaining a certain level of favor, and having the secondary profession of Archaeologist,


    one can obtain half of the stone slab from the tribe''s leader, namely the Fishman Prophet.


    When receiving the slab, the Fishman Prophet would tell some stories.


    An Archaeologist can extract clues from the stories.


    The clues point to the area where Blood Cry Town is located.


    The difficulty of this quest at the time lay in obtaining the slab and reaching Blood Cry Town to find the relic.


    In the first few months after the server opened, Blood Cry Town was recommended for levels 4~5.


    The quest was triggered just one month after the server opened.


    But in any case, the quest was completed.


    The player team that took the quest found the entrance to the relic below the riverbank.


    Through a certain operation, they opened a stone door.


    Inside, they obtained equipment and items.


    Among them was a [Creation Stone Fragment (Small)]


    In the past game, Kana also knew the captain of the team that triggered the quest, who was that Archaeologist.


    Both of them were considered players who loved to dig deep into plots and backstories, and various settings.


    They had talked about this quest at the time.


    According to what he said, he speculated that the relic still had another half, but he just didn''t know how to proceed without the key item.


    Initially, when they got half of the stone slab, they thought the quest was to find the other half, because that made more sense logically since they only got half.


    As a result, they didn''t find the slab, but instead discovered the relic, and with just half of the slab, they could open the relic.


    Since they opened it, and the quest was completed, there was nothing else they could do.


    The other half of the slab and the half of the relic that couldn''t be opened did indeed exist.


    This is all he knew. sea??h th§× N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    In other words, the other half of the relic, which couldn''t be opened at the time, is now accessible with the other half of the stone slab.


    "What do you need me to do?" Since the Fishman Elder said so, they obviously wanted his help.


    "Over there, in the woods on that side, there are sharp-eared large rats.


    They have been harassing us, stealing our eggs, and stole the other half slab previously."


    The Fishman Elder pointed in a direction and said.


    The nearby fishmen began to jabber in anger.


    "If you can drive them away or teach them a lesson,


    the slab will be yours, and you might also get the other half from them."


    Having said this, the Fishman Prophet directly shoved the slab into Kana''s hands.


    Huh? Reward upfront?


    Holding the slab in his arms, Kana was momentarily confused.


    Looking at the Fishman Prophet with those slanted eyes that didn''t seem particularly intelligent. It was almost as if he was saying: Hurry up, why are you standing there?


    "Ahem, can you tell me where you got this slab from?"


    Upon hearing this, the Fishman Prophet directly pointed with his Coral Staff to the distant riverbank.


    "Underwater over there, there''s a cave beneath the water.


    Shall I take you there, human friend?"


    Kana shook his head, "No need for now, thank you."


    He took the slab and handed it directly to Alyris behind him, asking her to hold it.


    Kana seriously looked at the Fishman Prophet in front of him and asked, "Prophet, you should be able to see, right? Darkness is spreading, you should lead your tribe away from here."


    The Prophet looked at Kana with his big slanted eyes, "Human friend, I have already seen that. We are already preparing to leave. You should leave here soon too."


    "Then why did you ask me to clear out those rats?"


    "Because they are annoying, and you need the other half."


    Kana nodded slightly, thinking deeply.


    "Then we shall take our leave for now, and we will return later."


    Saying this, Kana turned around and led the others away from there.


    Just after leaving,


    Alyris couldn''t wait to ask, "Why can that Fishman talk?"


    Blake and the others also turned their ears to listen.


    "Because he is a Fishman Prophet. You can think of him as a Mage; if he wasn''t smart, he couldn''t be a Mage."


    "Mage?" Alyris was a bit puzzled and pondered for a moment before asking, "Are they the ones who do tricks in stories?"


    Upon hearing this, Kana paused and turned to look at them.


    Not only Alyris, but even Blake also showed some confusion in his eyes.


    Obviously, they didn''t have a specific concept of what a Mage was.


    Kana smacked his head; he almost forgot that this country was both free and exclusive.


    The flow of Magic Power in this country''s territory was quite barren; not to mention Mages, there were hardly any magical creatures related to power.


    Plus, with the Royal Capital''s exclusionary policies against external forces, no Mage would want to come to this damned place.


    As for the Fishman Prophet, no matter how smart he was, he had no real concept of Magic Power flow.


    He would only know that Fishmen were quite safe in this area, as there were few dangerous creatures in the water, and that was enough.


    Almost all Magic Power barren zones in this world can be considered caused by some peculiar reason.


    For example, in this country, it''s undoubtedly the Royal Capital''s fault again.


    They have concentrated the magical power in the Royal Capital.


    "You can just think of him as mixed blood; didn''t you notice his appearance is different from the other Fishmen?


    He is half Fishman and half magical frog."


    "Magical frog?"


    "A kind of monster, no need to understand in detail."


    Kana was more concerned that this Fishman seemed to be, just as described in the background settings, truly capable of some sort of future foresight.


    Oh well, this game has a lot of prophecies, and there are many prophet-like characters capable of predicting the future.


    More attention should now be on the sharp-eared rats.


    Turning to ask, "Blake, has there been any encounter with these sharp-eared rats in the town?"


    Blake shook his head, "I haven''t been back for a while, so I don''t know the specifics of the situation."


    Regarding the sharp-eared rats, Kana strongly suspected they were a race from the game.


    Sharp-eared Rat People, a typically evil race.


    Generally, they lurk around areas where intelligent beings gather, committing robbery, theft, and slaughter.


    Since the Fishman Prophet said it''s from not too long ago,


    it shouldn''t be more than a month or two, because if it were over one or two months, the Fishman would find it hard to remember.


    If it were more than a month or two, the Fishman might consider it something long ago.


    Suddenly, it became clear why there was no record of the other half slab.


    Because at the time, the Fishman Prophet only had one half slab in his hand, and could only recall matters related to that half slab.


    If Kana had come half a month later, perhaps he wouldn''t have known about the other half slab.


    "Then let''s return to the town first and understand the situation."


    Returning to where they came ashore, they took a fisherman''s small boat back to the opposite bank and made their way back to the small town.


    By the time they reached the town, the sun had already set.


    After some thought, they decided to ask the mayor about the situation the next morning.


    They returned to their residence.


    "Your Highness, are you planning to explore that relic?"


    When the two talked today, Alyris, Blake, and the others were all listening behind them.


    The first time they heard the Fishman talk, they were listening very intently.


    "Blake will definitely tell the Count about today''s events. Won''t that be a problem?"


    Alyris was a bit worried.


    She didn''t know whether the Count was a good person or a bad person.


    Kana shook his head with a smile, "Don''t worry about it. The Count now has no interest in dealing with us, as long as we don''t cause trouble or leak information. He''ll act as if he hasn''t seen anything."


    Moreover, even if they took Blake and the others into the relic, there wouldn''t be any problems.


    Because they wouldn''t be able to see the special nature of the Stone of Creation; to them, it might just be a gemstone.


    The Stone of Creation has inherent abilities like anti-divination, anti-prophecy, anti-detection, and so on.


    In the human body, unless you reach a certain extent or strength, you won''t discover it.


    And if it is revealed outside, it becomes even harder to detect.


    Except for one kind of person, that is someone who has already used the Stone of Creation.


    Apart from the Stone of Creation, the other valuable items remaining in the relic aren''t actually that many.


    Even if Blake reported it, the Count wouldn''t care.

 Chapter 21: The Ratman Murder Case (Please Follow!)

    Chapter 21 - 21: The Ratman Murder Case (Please Follow!)"Knock, knock, knock!"


    Early morning, just as the sky was lightening, there came a knocking at the door.


    Kana groggily woke up: "Who is it?"


    "Your Highness, it''s me."


    Alyris''s voice came from outside the door.


    This early?


    He was a bit puzzled, and after clearing his head, he asked, "Is something the matter?"


    "Your Highness, the Black Knight has something for you."


    Blake? Did something happen?


    Normally, Blake would just wait in the courtyard or the living room; their duty was to guard one''s safety.


    "Just a moment."


    After a simple wash and getting dressed, Kana went downstairs.


    Seeing Kana come down, Blake quickly walked over.


    "Your Highness, has something happened?"


    "Hmm?"


    Kana was a bit slow to react; what had happened that required looking for him?


    He honestly couldn''t think of anything that would have them seek him out, unless something happened to Alyris, but Alyris was standing right next to him.


    Blake hurriedly spoke up: "A resident of the town has died, and her child is missing."


    Kana was even more confused.


    "Last night, a drunk said he seemed to see a shadowy, short creature. He claimed it was a giant rat."


    No wonder, just yesterday they had learned about the Sharp-eared Rat People from the Fishmen.


    "Take me to see."


    Following Blake, they soon arrived at the edge of the small town.


    If the entrance to the town was by the gate, then this was the end of the small town, close to the hillside and wooded area.


    A crowd of people had gathered around.


    "I really saw it, a rat that big, it whooshed past me."


    "You must have been too drunk to see straight."


    "I also saw that black shadow yesterday. Maybe it was a rat."


    "You drank yesterday too."


    "I don''t drink."


    "You''re full of it."


    "Maybe it was a thief; just a few days ago my eggs and vegetables were stolen."


    "Yes, yes, two pieces of my meat were also taken."


    "And my ring."


    "Wasn''t it your man who took your ring to sell?"


    "What?!"


    "Uh... I was just joking."


    "He''s done for!"


    A furious, stout woman rushed out from the crowd.


    Looking at the woman, the accompanying knight, Kecha, chuckled and said, "Looks like someone''s in for it."


    "Make way, make way, His Highness the Prince is here!"


    Hearing this, the gathered residents hurriedly stepped aside.


    Kana walked in, entering the house directly.


    As soon as he entered, he could smell the pungent scent of blood; his body was particularly sensitive to blood.


    He gently sniffed the air.


    Kana suddenly asked, "Alyris, smell this blood. What do you notice?"


    "It''s a woman, recently deceased. And there''s a mix of... a strange fresh blood scent."


    "Very good, looks like you''re about to activate Blood Magic."


    "Sniff, sniff!"


    Hearing the sound of someone inhaling deeply nearby, both turned to look simultaneously.


    They saw Blake frowning while taking deep breaths into the air.


    "What are you doing?" Kana asked in confusion.


    "Why can''t I smell it?" Blake frowned, "How did you manage to? A new trick of the Royal Knights? Or a hidden technique?"


    Alyris rolled her eyes, and Kana felt a bit helpless.


    They ignored him and walked straight inside.


    As they entered, what should have been the bedroom, they saw a corpse lying on the ground.


    Jonel and several guards were standing there, along with a middle-aged man dressed as an herbalist.


    Upon seeing Kana, they immediately bowed.


    "Your Highness."


    Kana nodded and asked directly, "Tell me the details."


    The old knight, Jonel, spoke in a deep and solemn voice: "Morris, a poor mother. She was killed by an unknown murderer, and her husband is still fighting with the Count.


    They also had a poor child, a lovely little girl, who is also missing."


    It was evident that such matters made Jonel, the town leader, extremely angry.


    Kana looked at the corpse, squatted down slightly, and began a simple examination.


    Seeing that some people wanted to stop him, Kana raised his hand to stop them: "I won''t faint at the sight of blood."


    After checking the corpse, he stood up and looked around the room again. It was easy for him to deduce what happened.


    The whole scene was not concealed in any way; any normal person would know what happened.


    The only thing that stumped these people was that the killer seemed to be an animal.


    "A Sharp-eared Ratman, originally just wanted to steal, but saw the child.


    Greed drove him to try and take the child too, but unfortunately, he alerted the mother.


    A giant rat standing upright would scare anyone; this mother was also frightened.


    So she was bitten in the neck, but in protecting the child, she fiercely struck the rat once with a fork.


    The rat, frightened, took the child and ran, even smashing through the window in its escape."


    The situation wasn''t complicated, just that simple.


    Jonel frowned and couldn''t help but ask, "Your Highness, pardon my ignorance, but what are Sharp-eared Rat People?"


    "An evil race, about half-person tall, like rats standing upright.


    We learned from the Fishmen yesterday that they''ve been here for some time, probably on the other side of the river.


    These Ratmen love to settle around civilized areas, and they engage in robbery, theft, and murder."


    Saying this, Kana gestured to his thigh: "Children below this height are preferred prey for these rats.


    They are insidious and cunning, and like to bully the weak, and such children are just right for them."


    He also pointed to the window: "Though sly and evil, their courage is like that of a rat.


    If you can overcome your fear, any adult could easily deal with them.


    With just a fork, they were scared enough to jump out of the window."


    He squatted down and took the fork from the mother''s hand.


    "The rat''s blood is still on it. See these black hard hairs? That''s their fur.


    Only Sharp-eared Rat People have black fur."


    He turned to Alyris and said, "The strange fresh blood scent you smelled is the foul blood of the Sharp-eared Rat People, remember it."


    Alyris nodded seriously.


    "What do we do now, Your Highness?" Jonel asked.


    "Our fishmen friends have pointed out their lair. For the Rat People, a child is a feast, and they need to prepare well for it.


    So now, we must eradicate these cursed rats if you don''t want your children to always be in danger."


    Jonel frowned, then decisively nodded: "We will follow your lead. Blake, go call the guards and have the fishermen prepare the boats."


    Kana added, "And get some hunters too. I believe this small town should have some, right?"


    "Certainly, I''m on it."


    Blake nodded and walked out.


    Kana covered the eyes of the fallen mother, "Protect the remains of this heroic mother, let her child see her peaceful visage when she returns."


    "Those rats should pay the price; let their blood commemorate this brave mother."


    Kana''s words invigorated those present. S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Even Jonel couldn''t help but focus his gaze on Kana, studying him closely.


    "Yes, Your Highness!"


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 Chapter 22: Advancing into the Ratman Forest

    Chapter 22 - 22: Advancing into the Ratman ForestTwelve soldiers, wearing half body armor, holding ordinary long spears.


    Three hunters, including one young man and two middle-aged men.


    Alyris, Blake and two others, the mayor¡ªold knight Jonel, five knights in full body armor.


    Including myself, there are a total of 21 combatants available.


    Not to mention Alyris, Blake, and Jonel, all of whom are confirmed Level Three knights.


    "Your Highness, are these people enough?" Blake asked.


    Kana nodded without hesitation, "Enough, more than enough, those rats aren''t that tough."


    To be honest, this kind of force to encircle and annihilate the ratmen is a bit extravagant.


    Those ratmen would probably turn and run away at the sight of us.


    "The Safro Kingdom, on the corner of this continent under our feet, is such a remote place.


    Logically, there shouldn''t be ratmen. Based on the information collected from the villagers, it can be confirmed that the ratmen only started stealing things in the town this week.


    We can basically confirm the merman prophet wasn''t wrong in saying that these ratmen only arrived here in the past month or two.


    They are still in an alert nest-building phase."


    Soon, we will besiege the ratmen, so Kana briefed everyone with some basic knowledge.


    Sharp-eared Rat People, in the game, are completely hostile wild monsters.


    They are found on almost all continents and in various places.


    But their main gathering point is not on the continent where Kana is located.


    However, since not even Blake or the old knight Jonel knows about these creatures, it suggests that there are almost no ratmen in this country.


    Otherwise, any intelligent race with towns would inevitably deal with them.


    Thinking carefully, such monsters were rare in the early stages of the game. Even Cohen Kingdom didn''t have many ratmen, so it''s quite normal for Safro, which borders them and is at the continent''s edge, to have none either.


    "Let me tell you what our enemies are like."


    As Kana said this, he measured against his thigh with his hand, "They''re about this tall, like upright rats. Their fur is mostly black, and unsurprisingly, they usually speak the common language."


    This statement surprised those in front of him.


    "They can talk?" a young soldier asked in surprise.


    "Yes, all ratmen have a very good language talent, capable of learning another race''s language in a short time."


    The reason for this is speculated to be due to their use of the Stone of Creation.


    In this world, anything unreasonable is attributed to the Stone of Creation, which is about 95% accurate.


    "They are small in stature, agile in movement, but not very powerful. However, be wary of their teeth, which are very sharp and carry some toxic bacteria.


    Their weapons mostly consist of slingshots, wooden spears, and scavenged broken knives."


    Upon hearing this from Kana, the soldiers in front of him looked somewhat relieved.


    Hearing this, these rats seem very weak.


    "But don''t underestimate them. There are many of them and when the fight starts, each of you will likely have to face several at once."


    As Kana finished speaking, the young hunter suddenly raised his hand.


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    The young hunter nervously glanced at everyone, "Sir, I think, I might have seen these ratmen."


    "What? Why didn''t you report this?" Jonel asked angrily.


    Jonel''s fierce words clearly frightened the young hunter.


    "I, I..."


    "Don''t be nervous, I won''t blame you. If you perform outstandingly in this operation, I''m sure Jonel won''t withhold his reward."


    After Kana smoothed things over, Jonel calmed his emotions and stepped back.


    He gave Kana a slight bow, "I apologize, Your Highness, I was impulsive."


    "No harm, as the town''s mayor, your anger is understandable."


    The young man also settled down.


    "Tell us the specifics of what you saw at that time."


    The young man nodded, "At that time, I was setting up traps in the woods across the river, about two months ago.


    I saw from a distance, a big rat quickly darting through the woods, I thought I was seeing things.


    Later, there weren''t many animals in those woods, I thought I had scared them off, so I never went back."


    Kana nodded, "Alright, you''ll lead the way in a moment."


    Everybody prepared, Kana also took a round shield from Jonel.


    Before this, with Alyris''s help, they had already confirmed how these rats got there, clearly arriving by small boat.


    After querying multiple sources, this small boat was likely stolen from the fishermen, as one fisherman had recently lost his fishing boat, initially blaming it on mermen.


    They rowed to the opposite side.


    This boat wasn''t a fishing boat, but a medium-sized riverboat, given Riverbend Town''s proximity to the large river, there''s some demand for riverboats.


    As they landed ashore,


    the young man pointed to a distant wooded area.


    "It''s over there, that''s where I saw the giant rat."


    After saying that, Jonel looked towards Kana.


    It was clear he was waiting for Kana''s command.


    Among them, undoubtedly, Kana was the most prestigious, and also the one most knowledgeable about ratmen.


    Naturally, the command authority fell on his shoulders.


    Leading a squad full of warriors and knights, to be honest, he had never led such a team before.


    Kana quietly complained.


    "Lead the way."


    He then turned and said to Alyris, "Pay attention to sniff out the scent of ratmen blood in the air."


    Alyris nodded, having already remembered the smell of ratmen blood.


    They hadn''t walked far,


    when Alyris seemed to detect something, finding a bit of blood on a leaf.


    "It''s the same smell of blood as in that house, with a faint trace wafting from the woods."


    Hearing this, Kana nodded, having formed a rough idea.


    "Hey, you there." He pointed at the young man.


    "George, sir, my name is George." The young hunter¡ªGeorge said hastily.


    "Go into the woods, be careful, and pretend to hunt.


    Scout inside to see if there are any ratmen. Once you spot one, you can come out."


    Hearing this, George seemed a bit nervous, gulped, but nodded firmly.


    Then ran into the woods.


    While George scouted, Kana told the others,


    "If those rats really are inside, later, old mayor, you will lead eight soldiers, along with those two hunters, and bring Blake''s team.


    Your task is to circle to the other side of the woods, and there form a slightly dispersed encirclement.


    If any ratman runs over to you, kill them, kill as many as you can without chasing."


    Blake seemed to have picked up on Kana''s intentions, frowning, "Your Highness, are you planning to lead the remaining people to charge in?"


    Kana nodded.


    "No, it''s too dangerous." Blake flatly refused.


    His duty was to protect Kana, if Kana led a charge and something happened, he would bear a major responsibility.


    "Don''t worry, with Alyris around, if it comes to it, you can follow me in."


    Upon hearing this, Blake pondered for a moment before nodding.


    Soon after, George came running out of the woods.


    "Sir, I saw it, a large rat standing there, holding a broken longspear.


    But that rat saw me too, and once it did, it ran away."


    Upon hearing this, Kana nodded and said directly, "Old Mayor, as previously mentioned, you take your people to encircle the back of the woods."


    Thinking to prevent any accident, he added, "Once surrounded, send two hunters slightly inside, if we start fighting and no rats run out, you charge in."


    The mayor nodded, taking his men around to the back of the woods at a quick pace.


    "The rest of you, follow me."


    Kana equipped himself with a shield, drew his longsword, and led the way in.


    George looked a bit dazed but still followed behind Kana.

 Chapter 23 Mouse Camp

    Chapter 23 - 23 Mouse CampIn the midst of the forest.


    There''s a camp, surrounded by trees that have been cut down, using branches, wooden planks, leaves, and some trash to build some shabby wooden huts.


    There are also some dug-out holes around.


    One upright rat after another walks back and forth in the camp.


    Next to a big tree hangs a wooden cage, inside which are a rat and a little girl.


    A big rat came running rapidly from the outside.


    "Boss, there''s a human thing, the human thing saw me!"


    "Human! Human! They''ve invaded!"


    "Run, let''s run quickly."


    "Shut up, shut up!"


    A ratman noticeably larger than the others squealed sharply.


    As his words fell, the other ratmen quieted down.


    "One? Just one?"


    "Yes, yes, boss!"


    "Haha, kill it, eat its meat, delicious, delicious!" the big rat said loudly.


    The other rats instantly cheered.


    Jumping and shouting shrilly.


    "Human meat, human meat!"


    "Delicious, delicious, yes! yes!"


    In an instant, the ratman who had just come to report grabbed a few more ratmen and ran out, holding weapons, extremely excited.


    There were still some rats that wanted to follow them.


    "Enough, enough! The rest, come back!"


    The boiling rat camp made the little girl in the cage even more terrified, she covered her mouth, holding back her cries.


    The rat beside her comforted, saying: "Don''t worry, it must be your clansmen coming to rescue you, then Bobo can also be saved."


    But the little girl was clearly not comforted, curling up in a corner of the cage.


    "Hey, why are you like this? Bobo is different from them."


    "Bobo is much more civilized than these bastards, and much smarter too."


    The big rat that had just been shouting was obviously the leader in the camp.


    He turned his head and shouted loudly at Bobo hanging in the cage: "Shut up, white rat, or I''ll bite your neck off."


    "Ha? Then come, you idiotic fool who can''t even speak properly, if you have the guts, just bite Bobo to death!"


    Saying this, the rat named Bobo yelled and waved in the cage.


    Watching him so eager, it seemed like he couldn''t wait to die sooner.


    "Come on, you fool, look at your tail, and your torn ear.


    So ugly!"


    The rat leader was clearly very angry, but helpless too, so he covered his ears and walked away.


    The white rat, seeing him ignoring himself, began to curse at the other rats.


    ...


    On the other side.


    A few people who had just entered the forest spread out, holding their weapons cautiously moving forward.


    "There''s a sound."


    George quickly said.


    The group listened with their ears, indeed hearing the rustling of leaves.


    A few ratmen, for some reason, rushed out eagerly, directly bumping into Blake who was walking at the front.


    They froze on the spot for a moment.


    "It''s humans! It''s humans!"


    "Iron humans, run, iron humans are here!"


    "Not food, run! Run!"


    The rats that directly collided with Blake seemed to have poor vision, and after discovering he was in full body armor, they were instantly frightened.


    Screaming shrilly trying to escape.


    "What are you dazing for? Go up!"


    Kana shouted from behind.


    "Don''t let a single one escape, run out and encircle them!"


    As Kana said this, he gave Alyris a pat.


    Alyris instantly understood, ran up from the side, directly running to the back of those rats.


    With Kana''s reminder, they first noticed and recognized the shouting big ratman.


    Meanwhile, Blake had already raised his sword and killed one.


    Looking at the rat chopped in half with a single swing.


    Blake confirmed that these rats were really weak.


    A few steps rushed up.


    These rats were very agile, but started to scatter chaotically when they found their retreat blocked.


    Fortunately, they were spread out widely.


    George bent his bow, an arrow hitting a rat running amok.


    This arrow even pierced through the rat''s torso.


    "There''s one over there that''s going to escape!"


    A soldier yelled, his long spear did not hit as the rats were darting too fast.


    That rat was over by George.


    He quickly drew his bow, but the arrow landed in front of the rat.


    Frightening it into quickly changing direction.


    "Give that to me."


    Kana directly snatched the bow from George''s hand, took an arrow from his quiver.


    Aimed in the direction where the rat was.


    The arrow streaked through the air. S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Accurately hitting the rat''s head, pinning it to the ground on the spot.


    The last rat was taken out.


    Only then did Kana hand the bow back to George: "Not bad shooting, but you still need more practice."


    George dumbly took the bow, looking at the rat shot in the distance.


    Only those who truly shot arrows understood how challenging it was to bend the bow swiftly and hit a target in the forest, especially such an Agile target in the head.


    He also didn''t expect the man''s archery to be so good.


    Watching Kana, wanting to compliment him, after restraining himself for a long time, he managed to muster: "Sir, amazing."


    Kana smiled, without speaking.


    Thinking to himself, if it was an Elf Bow, I could be even better.


    Playing Hunter Ranger, you have to play as an Elf to experience a few levels higher.


    Blake and Alyris came alongside Kana, and the few soldiers dragged over the rat corpses.


    Everyone present was observing the rat bodies.


    "Really looks like upright rats."


    "Big rats, and they really can talk."


    Sharp-eared Rat People, just like their name, had pointy ears.


    Covered entirely in black fur, the difference only being the depth of the black.


    Kana nudged the rat bodies with his leg.


    Yet, he didn''t find any markings on their tails.


    The Sharp-eared Rat People are divided into clans and usually have clan marks carved on their tails.


    But these rats didn''t, very rare indeed.


    Could it be they''re clanless?


    "Why would they suddenly rush over, then get scared and scatter?" Blake was a bit confused.


    When he saw the rats charging towards him, he thought they were going to besiege him, wanting to solve one first.


    But as soon as the rats got close, they panicked, shouting and ran away.


    "Their vision isn''t very good, timid and impulsive. It''s likely that the rat that saw George earlier went back to report, brought some rats to catch and eat George," Kana casually explained.


    "Eat, eat?!" George''s voice rose two pitch, very surprised.


    The other soldiers were also surprised; do these rats actually eat humans?


    "What are you all wondering about? Otherwise why would they kidnap that child, is it to take back and raise?"


    George swallowed hard; he didn''t expect the rats to be so savage, though their strength was quite weak.


    He felt that even he, wielding a knife, could go up and kill one or two.


    In front of them were only five rat corpses total.


    Blake killed two, Alyris caught one from behind.


    George shot one with an arrow, and he shot one himself.


    None of the four soldiers hit, but that couldn''t be helped; Kana could understand.


    Kana watched as Alyris kicked the rat she had caught flying.


    Narrowing his eyes, he stepped on its tail.


    However, the rat played dead, motionless.


    "You''re quite enduring."


    Saying that, he pressed hard, even twisting twice.


    That rat couldn''t take the pain, opened its eyes and shouted: "It''s killing me! It''s killing me! Let go, spare me!"


    Kana slightly loosened his leg.


    "Now, I ask you answer, or I''ll skin you."

 Chapter 24: Massacre in the Rat Camp

    Chapter 24 - 24: Massacre in the Rat Camp"What''s your boss''s name?" Kana asked.


    "Boss, boss is just called boss," the sharp-eared Ratman replied painfully.


    Hearing this, Kana felt a bit helpless, "How tall is he?"


    "This tall!" The rat exaggeratedly indicated.


    Kana applied pressure with his foot.


    "Squeak squeak squeak!"


    "This tall! This tall!"


    After shouting, the rat pointed to the height of Kana''s shoulder.


    "Is there a mark on its tail?"


    "Mark?"


    Sigh, overestimated your culture.


    "A pattern, is there a pattern?"


    The rat quickly nodded, "There''s this one."


    He extended his thin fingers and made an X shape.


    Looking at this pattern, Kana couldn''t help but ponder.


    He switched the question, "How many of you are there? How many rats?"


    The rat gestured with his fingers several times, then shook his head in fear and panic, "Can''t count, can''t count!"


    This was something Kana could understand, so he kindly didn''t press further.


    He asked about what they were currently doing and after several more questions, he released his foot.


    The rat immediately hugged its tail and began blowing and rubbing it frantically.


    "Alright, you can go now."


    Upon hearing this, the sharp-eared Ratman immediately got on all fours and ran out, not intending to stop at all.


    Not even surprised that Kana really let him go.


    The few hunters and soldiers glanced at Kana.


    He actually let the enemy go...


    They thought Kana was foolish and naive.


    Who knew Kana, expressionless, waved his hand forward.


    "Let''s go, we''ll follow him."


    Hearing this, the few soldiers and hunters were slightly taken aback, realizing that''s how it was.


    His Highness Prince really is clever.


    They hurried forward, trailing behind the rat from a distance.


    "Follow the path he takes, don''t wander around, and don''t scatter," Kana ordered.


    Blake couldn''t help but speak, "Your Highness, gathering together in the forest, it''s easy to be ambushed.


    It''s better to spread out a bit, those rats know this place better than us."


    "Follow my command, alright, let''s go quickly, don''t lose him."


    Seeing Kana insist, Blake could only sigh helplessly and stay alert for any unforeseen events.


    The group had just followed for a few hundred meters when George instinctively wanted to scatter a bit to scout the surrounding environment.


    After just two steps, Kana, who was behind him, quickly grabbed him and pulled him back.


    With George looking bewildered and panicked, Kana scolded, "Fool, did you not hear my orders? Can''t even play Eagle Catching Chick? Not listening to the captain''s command and you''ll..."


    Kana suddenly shut his mouth.


    He unconsciously put himself into another state.


    Not bothering to say more to those in front of him, he picked up a stone from the side and threw it in the direction George was headed, just a couple of steps away.


    The stone triggered a simple trap.


    It just snagged a leg, but inside were wooden spikes, the sharp tips smeared with filth.


    Even if it didn''t disable a leg on the spot, afterwards that leg wouldn''t be functional.


    Seeing this scene, George''s eyes widened, and the others gasped.


    Blake immediately understood the reason behind Kana''s earlier command when he saw this.


    He quickly turned to Kana and deeply bowed, "Sorry, Your Highness, I doubted your order just now."


    George also quickly kneeled, "Thank you, Your Highness, for saving my life, I..."


    Kana interrupted them directly, "Leave everything else for later, we''re losing him."


    Only then did everyone come back to their senses, quickly lining up and catching up to the rat in the distance.


    Kana stayed a bit behind, walking beside Blake, "What just happened is not your fault. You acted as a knight should.


    Next time when I''m in command, I hope you''ll have more faith in me. I''m not as bad as you think, am I?"


    With that, Kana smiled, patted his shoulder, and quickened his pace.


    Blake was slightly stunned on the spot, lagging behind a bit, and ended up at the rear.


    Coming to his senses, he showed a slightly guilty smile and quickly followed after Kana''s silhouette.


    Alyris glanced at Blake, silently following beside Kana.


    The Ratman camp.


    The rats continued their work, digging soil and building the camp, preparing to turn it into a Rat Nest.


    Several rats were even preparing food.


    Their Rat Nest was almost complete, and they had a female rat captive, although its fur and ears were different.


    But it didn''t matter, they didn''t care about these things, being able to breed offspring and strengthen their clan was the top priority.


    There was also a human.


    Tonight would be the grand feast of the rats.


    A feast and nest-building, a double delight.


    The festive atmosphere in the rat camp had been lasting for quite some time.


    At this moment.


    A rat quickly scurried in from outside.


    The tail of this rat had friction marks, clearly the one Kara interrogated.


    "Boss, there are humans, and iron humans, very formidable!"


    The rat''s voice immediately alerted the entire camp.


    The tall Ratman referred to as boss restrained the rat in front of it.


    "Speak slowly, make it clear!" its voice sharp, with a touch of barely suppressed panic.


    "Whoosh!"


    Yet before the rat could continue, an arrow flew from afar, striking the rat directly and piercing it on the spot.


    The tall rat that was just about to speak to him was engulfed in a puff of black smoke and vanished from where it stood.


    "Dead rat! Dead rat!"


    "Run, run!"


    "...the big army is here!"


    These rats shouted more and more absurd things, throwing the entire camp into panic.


    The camp fell into chaos.


    Kana led the group to charge straight in.


    "Attack! Watch the shadows, kill all these rats!


    Be ruthless about it, these rats all deserve to die, they''re nothing but cowardly trash!"


    Several soldiers clutched their weapons and charged out with angry and strange roars, which Kana had just taught them.


    It worked, the sudden attack left the rats completely panicked.


    The soldiers were secretly delighted, His Highness Prince really is formidable.


    Stabbing with their spears.


    There were so many scurrying rats, easily stabbing twice, and a rat was pierced straight through.


    For the moment, there was no resistance, turning into a one-sided slaughter.


    "Rats! Pick up your weapons, kill them, we have more rats!"


    A sharp voice came from an unknown place, steadying some of the panicked rats. S§×arch* The N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    "Yes, yes, we have more rats."


    "Grab knives, grab knives!"


    That''s how Ratmen were, easily influenced by the emotions and words of their companions.

 Chapter 25 The Shadow Mouse Assassin

    Chapter 25 - 25 The Shadow Mouse AssassinA few rats mustered up the courage, which led more rats to do the same.


    The rats, wielding their broken knives, wooden spears, and rotten sticks, swarmed towards them.


    Seeing this, Kana unhesitatingly cut his own forearm and loudly commanded:


    "Blake, charge in and be ruthless."


    Blake wanted to say something but looked at Alyris beside Kana, then nodded and charged out.


    And the first rat to summon its courage had already been shot through the head by George''s arrow.


    The clever young hunter, George, seemed to have understood the weakness of these rats.


    Blake swung his sword in a sweeping semicircle, directly slashing three rats, their flesh flying, sending them crashing back into the courageous rat horde.


    This move, with its scattering corpses and blood, completely broke the courage that the rats had painstakingly gathered.


    "Run! It''s the Iron Humans! We can''t beat them, run!"


    "Boss, where''s the boss?"


    The panicked swarm of rats, having just gathered their courage, was immediately scattered.


    They fled in all directions.


    "Chase them! Don''t let them getaway, or they''ll return to the town to steal and rob again.


    Hunt and kill them all!"


    Kana''s blunt and brutal words directly raised the group''s morale.


    All four soldiers and the hunter rushed out.


    "Blake, you go too."


    Blake, who was about to sheathe his weapon, could only nod: "Your will."


    The camp soon became empty.


    Except for that wooden cage hanging on a big tree nearby, inside which were a white rat and that little girl covering her mouth.


    "Careful, big guy, that stinking rat hasn''t run yet."


    Could I not know? Otherwise, why would I send everyone else to chase?


    Your shout just alerted him.


    Kana, helpless but also reacting swiftly, instantly turned and raised his shield.


    A dagger stabbed out from the air, heavily striking the shield.


    The force on the shield made Kana take two steps back, but it blocked that lethal backstab.


    Kana could clearly see the rat revealing itself, its eyes filled with disbelief.


    It couldn''t believe that its sneak attack as an assassin, striking the weaker one by surprise, had failed.


    This weak human acted as if he had eyes on the back of his head.


    The rat, convinced of a certain assassination success, was momentarily stunned.


    In that moment of shock, it lost the chance to vanish again.


    Beside him, Alyris angrily swung her sword. The rat tried to evade, but it was too late.


    With a side step, it just barely avoided a fatal hit.


    The sword slashed across its waist.


    Black smoke spread.


    The rat''s figure vanished into thin air.


    "The smell of blood," Kana reminded.


    Alyris was already beginning to awaken the Blood Magic within her.


    That sword had wounded the rat, and the scent of blood was enough for Alyris to lock onto its position.


    She could not let the rat escape; otherwise, it would be an unforgettable shame for her.


    As a Guardian Knight, almost letting Kana be assassinated was a disgrace. If the Prince hadn''t been so skilled, when she reacted, there would have been only a corpse left. sea??h th§× nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    A trace of crimson had already begun to spread in her pupils.


    Alyris strode forward, the smell of blood in the air now seemingly visible, becoming trails for her to follow.


    The tip of her sword thrust at a shadow beside a large tree.


    "Clang!"


    The rat''s figure appeared in the shadow, two daggers crossed to block the blade.


    Its invisibility was easily seen through.


    Wait, I''m a distinguished assassin, mastering Shadow Magic and skilled at invisibility.


    How can all of you so easily see through it? Are you all assassin counters?


    Being a knight, Alyris was clearly much stronger than the rat.


    Blocked from stabbing, her sword was pulled back to slash again, forcing the rat back a few steps.


    Its long tail swung directly towards her, with a dagger tied to it.


    The flexibility was no less than an arm.


    This unexpected attack style left Alyris with only the option to raise her sword in defense.


    Seizing this opportunity, the rat pulled something from its back and lobbed it over Alyris.


    Seeing what was thrown at him, Kana''s pupils shrank.


    "Damn! An Alchemy Bomb!"


    The assassin brought grenades, immediately raising his shield.


    "Bang!"


    The explosion rang out in the air.


    Kana, holding his shield, was blown away, the sudden explosion at his back causing Alyris to fall forward.


    "Ahhh," the young girl in the cage screamed.


    Taking advantage of the moment, the rat leapt onto the nearby tree trunk, jumping towards where Kana had been blown away.


    The recent events made it clear to him that Kana was the leader. To him, killing the leader was always right.


    Humans always let the weak lead. Capturing the human leader might just allow him to escape.


    Moreover, his assassination, which was supposed to have a 100% success rate, failed, and the enemy was clearly much weaker.


    Even as a rat, this was too shameful for him.


    This was the rat''s simple, direct, and effective thought.


    However, mid-air, the rat was suddenly pulled by something and was dragged to the ground.


    "Blood?"


    The rat looked at the wound where it had been slashed, where blood had come out and bound him, pulling him from the air to the ground.


    Alyris had already risen from the ground, her eyes glowing with a blood-red gleam.


    She clawed her left hand towards where the rat was, controlling the blood from its wound, dragging it towards her.


    The rat tried desperately to get up, scrambling towards where Kana was. Alyris controlled its blood from behind, striding forward, relentlessly pursuing.


    "Stop, or I''ll kill him!"


    The rat shouted as it raised its weapon towards where Kana was.


    Kana was lying there.


    The rat turned its dagger towards Alyris, its tail already placed on Kana, the dagger tied to it gleaming coldly.


    "Take one more step, and I''ll cut down."


    He was truly afraid. His blood could be controlled; what kind of magic was this?


    With such a spell, he felt these humans were more evil than his own Ratmen.


    If he fell into their hands, it would surely be bad news, just thinking about it made him shiver, he had to escape at all costs.


    Yet, as the rat was about to act, Kana suddenly reached out, grabbed its tail, and yanked it backward.


    Completely unprepared, the rat was caught off guard.


    Kana bent over and rose, sharply bashing its head with his shield, and rolled to his feet standing up.


    Just halted, Alyris immediately jerked her left hand back, causing blood to gush from the rat''s body, like strands of spider silk.


    The crimson blood formed a net, floating in the air being pulled.


    "Impossible!"


    The rat couldn''t believe it. Its alchemy bomb had exploded right in front of its enemy.


    How could such weak humans still move freely after being blasted away?


    Did he misjudge? Was this leader the most formidable?


    And Kana looked at his blood volume.


    [Life: 8/14]


    Hmph, luckily I have superior skills, technically proficient.

 Chapter 26: Sudden Change in the Void

    Chapter 26 - 26: Sudden Change in the VoidIf it were a normal flesh and blood body.


    With his attributes of less than level two just now, the explosion caused by the Alchemy Bomb would be enough to blow it to near death.


    In that state, let alone moving freely, even having a breath left could be considered as having a hard life.


    But Kana is different; he is a semi-datafication body.


    Moreover, he had already raised his shield when the explosion occurred, weakening the power of the blast, while the remaining impact hit Kana.


    Such an impact, in essence, could be considered a blunt force blow, so the damage inflicted ultimately reached 6 points.


    Even a week ago, his cowardly body would have been left with half a life.


    After datafication, even having lost more than half his life, he could still move freely, after all, his Blood Volume hasn''t hit rock bottom yet.


    Therefore, Kana now might look disheveled and somewhat embarrassed on the surface, but essentially he is as if he wasn''t much hurt at all.


    Facing Alyris'' worried gaze, Kana directly said, "Don''t worry about me, take him out."


    Alyris charged past, the blood-red light in her eyes intensified.


    "Don''t worry about the extracted blood, let it flow out on its own."


    Hearing Kana''s reminder, Alyris loosened her grip.


    Alyris had just awakened her "Blood Magic" and didn''t know how to use it for attacks. At times like this, rupturing wounds to guide the blood to flow out madly is the best method.


    Simple, direct, and very effective.


    A large amount of blood gushed out of the Ratman''s wound, splattering directly onto the grass, as blood flowed rapidly from the wound as if in a hemorrhagic burst.


    Such a massive loss of blood, even for a mouse that had already mastered Magic Power, would immediately render it down.


    It collapsed to the ground on the spot.


    The two shady humans he encountered today had completely dispelled its will to fight.


    The internal cowardice of the mouse was fully detonated at this moment.


    It suddenly regretted coming to this damned place, this wilderness where Magic Power was extremely thin.


    The cowardice drove it somewhat insane.


    "No, no! I need Power, I need Power!"


    From the wound, dark purple veins started to appear, emitting dark purple light.


    Seeing this light, Kana immediately shouted, "Stop, Alyris, come back!"


    Without knowing what was going on, Alyris hesitated not in executing the order, halting her advance, and quickly backed away.


    "You two, close your eyes, do not look!"


    Kana shouted loudly in the direction of the cage.


    The little girl''s eyes inside the cage were already faintly tinged with purple, while the white-haired mouse seemed relatively unaffected.


    Seeing the little girl beside it, it hurriedly went over to cover her eyes with its hands and closed its own eyes.


    It stubbornly furrowed its brows, staring intently at the mouse enveloped in purple.


    In its Attributes panel, a negative Status had already appeared.


    [Status: Void Flash]


    [Void Flash: You''ve gazed at the glow of Void Power, and your will shall gradually be weakened until you tilt toward the Void.]


    Has the crisis of version 4.0 already begun to slowly manifest now?


    Kana could care less, directly saying, "Alyris, the moment the light fades, charge forward immediately.


    Wrap my blood around the sword and pierce his previous wound."


    "That''s an order, hurry!"


    Alyris gritted her teeth, nodded, and with her left hand made a grasping motion at Kana''s wound from a distance.


    Blood flowed out like threads, winding around the Knight''s Sword in her right hand.


    Slowly forming a faint layer of wrapping.


    Glancing at his Blood Volume, he shouted loudly: "Drain a bit more, don''t be afraid."


    More blood flowed out.


    "What is this?" Blake, who had somehow returned, stared in a daze at the purple light.


    His pupils involuntarily spread with a tinge of purple.


    However, the light was also beginning to gradually fade away.


    "Go!"


    Alyris lunged with a sword step.


    The blade plunged relentlessly towards the location of the wound.


    But around the wound lay a network of purple, web-like blood vessels.


    The moment the blade tip pierced, it encountered a tremendous resistance.


    "Haaaah!"


    Alyris shouted, the blood-red light in her eyes flickered with traces of red.


    Desperately thrusting the point of her blade inwards, the jammed blade gradually moved and slowly sank in deeper.


    "Squeak squeak squeak!"


    The mouse''s scream was extraordinarily piercing, and there was a distinct peculiar fluctuation in this shrill sound.


    It seemed to have lost the ability to speak.


    Kana clutched his head on the spot, half-kneeling on the ground, his entire mind dazed.


    By now, the purple veins spreading from the Sharp-eared Rat People''s wound had already covered its entire body.


    Next to its teeth and claws, purple crystalline structures had even appeared to reinforce them.


    Bone spines pierced through from its back, its tail lined with sharp purple crystals.


    The Ratman, snapping back into consciousness, raised both hands ready to strike at Alyris.


    A Knight''s Sword pierced out of its chest.


    Blake had somehow gotten behind it, his face twisted in agony, gritting his teeth, as if enduring something.


    The Knight''s Sword in his hand was thrust directly through the Ratman''s chest from the back.


    At this moment, Alyris had also reached the critical spot.


    With a scream, the Ratman, whose height had grown to nearly two meters, lost its life, and the veins streaming with purple energy also abruptly went dim.


    Alyris, pale-faced, let go of the sword completely embedded in the rat''s body.


    Blake, meanwhile, collapsed to the ground, covered in sweat, gasping for breath desperately.


    Without any special Power yet, Blake''s ability to withstand mental interference was very weak, and he had entirely relied on his will to rush in.


    The mental impact contained within the Ratman''s shrill screams didn''t have as much effect on Alyris.


    Kana recovered quickly and came to the rat''s corpse with his sword.


    Gripping the sword, he suddenly stabbed directly into a part of the corpse.


    "Squeak squeak!"


    The rat''s corpse yelped twice suddenly.


    The sounds frightened Alyris and Blake to their feet.


    "Don''t worry, it''s fine now." Kana said as he looked at the corpse.


    The rat''s corpse, following the two cries, turned to ash and dispersed into the air.


    In less than three seconds, it was completely gone without a trace.


    Even the blood it had just shed around had vanished.


    Where the corpse had disappeared, only a small transparent stone remained, inside which was a murky white gas.


    "Hmm?"


    Kana looked at the stone and hurriedly took it in his hand.


    An Experience Stone?


    No, why is this thing here?


    Magic Power was used without hesitation, directly datafying the small stone.


    [Inscription Stone]


    [Material¡ªCrystal¡ªLegendary]


    [Evaluation: An object left behind by an invader from outside the world, condensed by the world as a reward upon being eliminated.]


    Truly an Experience Stone.


    This is something that only appears in later versions, and it''s only obtained by killing specific monsters.


    Players usually collect this for quickly leveling up low-level characters or participate in some mini-games in later versions, or exchange for some rewards.


    But the problem is that currently, I don''t even have an experience bar, how to use the Experience Stone? S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Wait a minute...


    With just a fragment of the Stone of Creation within me, wanting a datafied body, datafied equipment, and even an experience bar for leveling up.


    How could there be such good things?


    Looking at the stone, Kana already had an idea of how to add new functions later on.

 Chapter 27 Round-eared Rat People

    Chapter 27 - 27 Round-eared Rat People"Waaaah!"


    The cry of the little girl pierced the silence of the moment.


    The people, each lost in their thoughts, turned their heads simultaneously to look at the cage still hanging under the big tree.


    The white-haired rat looked quite helpless, while the little girl, who had just regained her composure, shrank into the corner of the cage with a face full of fear.


    Seeing there was only one rat left, Alyris grasped her sword and got ready to approach.


    "Hey! Big guy, what do you intend to do? Wait! Wait! I''m not with those black rats, didn''t you see I was locked up too?


    Just now I even protected this..."


    The big white rat seemed to sense Alyris''s thoughts and hurriedly said. S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    "Alright, Alyris, she''s not the same as those sharp-eared Ratmen."


    "Exactly! Exactly! I''m not like them at all."


    The white rat nodded repeatedly.


    Kana stepped over and opened the wooden cage.


    He took out the little girl who had been frightened to the core, and the moment she was lifted out, she finally seemed to find some support and cried wildly, clutching Kana tightly.


    "Okay, okay, it''s all over now."


    After calming the little girl down a bit, Kana handed her over to Alyris.


    Alyris, somewhat flustered, took the girl awkwardly.


    Kana took another look at the white-haired Ratman crawling out of the cage: "Round-eared Ratman, why are you here?"


    The Ratmen are divided into two clans, vastly different from each other.


    The sharp-eared Ratmen, undoubtedly an evil race, are always marked as red-name monsters in games, fitting all the impressions people have about rats.


    Due to their size and courage, they often target the young of various races for harm.


    This has led Ratmen to directly cross the bottom line of all intelligent races and become a scourge that must be eradicated.


    Round-eared Ratmen, in games, are largely green allies, at the very least white neutrals.


    The worst thing they''ve ever done is theft, and theft always comes with a touch of chivalry.


    Compared to their kin, round-eared Ratmen have a very high level of civilization, and their among their groups, adventurers, polymaths, archaeologists, and mages often emerge.


    In some big cities, it''s common to see round-eared Ratman translators.


    From this, you can tell their level of civilization.


    Their over-civilization, however, means their population cannot match the sharp-eared Ratmen''s at all.


    They generally reside around various civilized cities, and it has to be big cities.


    The distinguishing features of the two races are very easy to tell apart.


    One has sharp ears, the other has round ears.


    Sharp ears are mostly black or gray fur.


    Round ears are mostly white or brown fur.


    This round-eared Ratman looked quite miserable as well, having clearly suffered a lot while being locked up in the cage.


    "Referring to rats by race is a bit impolite, you can call me Bobo.


    Bobo from Ratariel¡ªSapphire Island.


    What''s your name? Big guy."


    Bobo, crawling out of the cage, brushed off the dust on herself and tugged at her tattered clothes.


    Ratariel¡ªSapphire Island?


    One of the Four Islands Surrounding the Sea, Kana roughly understood how she got here.


    "Did you come here by sea vessel?"


    "That''s right, you actually guessed it right away, smart big guy. And your name?"


    "Just call me Kana."


    "Alright, Kana, how about we talk about these questions later? Bobo thinks this doesn''t seem like a good place to chat.


    Moreover, you should still be in the middle of a battle, as a commander shouldn''t you focus more on the battle at hand?"


    Bobo kindly reminded him.


    Her words instantly made Alyris and Blake change their perception of the rat vastly.


    This rat was way too different from those rats they just hacked away at.


    The rat''s tone, demeanor, and actions all conveyed that she was a scholarly and civilized being.


    "I must admit, you''re right."


    Kana turned to look at Blake, whose complexion had somewhat recovered by now.


    "How about it? Can you still hang in there?"


    As he spoke, he pulled the slumped Blake up from the ground.


    Hearing this, Blake nodded his head: "Rest assured, Your Highness, I''m just... just a bit dazed."


    Today''s experiences were richer than all his past experiences combined.


    He had many questions in his mind, but he knew now was not the time to ask them.


    "That''s good. Would you mind checking the situation ahead, see how Jonel and the others are handling it."


    The main thing is to see whether those ordinary rats in front are also corrupted by Void.


    Blake nodded and turned to leave.


    Before, he might have dawdled a bit, as his sole duty was to protect the Prince.


    But now he must admit that there is a gap in strength between him and Alyris.


    The encounter with that bizarre giant rat earlier already said it all.


    Moreover, he already has great confidence in Kana, though he doesn''t seem to realize this himself.


    Kana turned his head.


    He only saw Alyris now standing still, seemingly stiff in her posture. It was because the little girl in her arms had fallen asleep.


    Alyris cast a pleading look towards Kana.


    Kana chuckled and said, "Let her sleep. Today''s experiences were overwhelming for a child.


    Besides, she feels you can provide her with a sense of security; otherwise, she wouldn''t have fallen asleep. You should be happy, try to relax a bit."


    Alyris nodded, and perhaps because Kana''s words did indeed have an effect, she relaxed a little.


    She even imitated the way she''d seen mothers before, gently swaying her body.


    However, her expression still looked somewhat desolate.


    Kana saw this clearly but did not immediately comfort her.


    Meanwhile, Bobo was strolling around, pulling out a heap of ragged clothes from somewhere and draping them over herself.


    Changing out of that ragged outfit seemed to make her feel a lot better, and she felt relaxed.


    "Wow, I didn''t expect you to be a Prince, truly an oversight."


    Bobo performed a simple gesture of etiquette.


    From this, Kana had to admit that Bobo was indeed knowledgeable.


    This was a diplomatic etiquette common to most human kingdoms.


    "Let''s not talk about other matters first, I need to find something, a half-piece of a stone tablet.


    It''s a slate from some ancient civilization, quite likely the Ancient Alchemy Empire. If you''ve seen it, I''m sure you wouldn''t forget it."


    Bobo nodded: "Bobo knows what you''re talking about, I saw Forktail with that thing.


    Bobo even asked him to show it to Bobo, but apparently, he didn''t want to."


    After saying this, she added: "Forktail is the Tooth Blade... the big rat you just took down."


    "I know what Tooth Blade means," Kana said.


    This surprised Bobo a little: "You are more scholarly than I thought."


    After saying this, Bobo rummaged through the pile of junk she had just been searching through for some time. From it, she fished out a half-piece of a stone tablet, as large as her head.


    "I think this is what you''re talking about."


    Kana looked at the stone tablet and nodded slightly.


    "Yes, that''s it."


    After receiving the stone tablet, Kana examined it closely once more to ensure it was indeed what he needed.


    He began searching through the pile of junk for any potential spoils.


    Watching this behavior, Bobo scratched her head, a little confused.


    Could there be something valuable in there that she didn''t know about?


    Couldn''t be.


    It was clear that all the junk in that pile was stuff these rats had picked up, stolen, or plundered from who knows where.


    "Uh, what are you looking for? Perhaps I can help," Bobo said beside him.


    "Meaningful items."


    Kana dismissed casually, but he didn''t find anything useful in that pile of trash.


    "How about this item?"

 Chapter 28 Returning to Town

    Chapter 28 - 28 Returning to TownBobo pulled out a grass-green linen band from somewhere.


    "An Elf artifact?" Kana was a bit surprised.


    This grass-green linen band bore the distinctive weaving style of Elves, making Elf artifacts easy to recognize.


    Though many imitations exist, of course.


    "You have a keen eye," Bobo complimented, shaking the band in his hand, "I got this during my travels, a souvenir from a Wood Elf Forest Ranger.


    When the rodents caught me, they snatched this and tossed it away, but I took it back secretly.


    If you need it, I can give it to you, after all, you saved my life."


    Kana nodded, took the band, and without hesitation, infused it with magic.


    [Magic Power: 2/12]


    Today, two items were immediately datafied, leaving only two points of magic power.


    Looking at the band in hand.


    [Forest Ranger''s Band]


    [Arm Band¡ªLinen Band¡ªOrdinary]


    [Attributes: Tenacity, Comfort]


    [Features: Forest Watcher, Ranger''s Eye]


    [Forest Watcher: When the wearer is in forest land¡ªAgility increases (Agility+)]


    [Ranger''s Eye: When the wearer shoots with a bow¡ªgains "Focus" (Accuracy+)]


    [Evaluation: Watcher of the Forest, Guardian of Nature''s Ranger. Materials willingly provided by nature woven together.


    Enemies of nature, beware, I see you!]


    Good stuff, definitely good stuff.


    "Thanks, I like it very much."


    Bobo, seeing his satisfaction, breathed a sigh of relief.


    "Glad you like it."


    A commotion ahead.


    Turning to look, Blake came over with guards, followed by Jonel and others.


    Dragging some rodent corpses in their hands.


    Jonel approached and saluted, glanced at the white rat standing next to Kana, and said, "Your Highness, a total of 36 rodents were killed, though some ran away."


    Kana nodded: "We''re few in number, killing this many is enough, the ones that escaped won''t survive long.


    Bury those rodent corpses in these pits, it''ll be like sending them home. But this one''s head needs to be chopped off."


    The beheaded one was the one who entered the town last night, killed the woman, and abducted the child.


    Several soldiers glanced at the pits in the camp, pits dug by rodents intending to use them as nests.


    Throwing them in to bury was indeed like sending them home.


    The soldiers got to work, soon cleaned up the surrounding corpses.


    Some corpses were thrown at the back of the forest, and everyone was too lazy to retrieve them, leaving them there as a return to nature.


    "Alright, a threat has been dealt with, time to head back."


    With that, Kana led everyone out of the forest.


    Bobo walked beside Kana, feeling quite uneasy, she could clearly feel all the eyes on her.


    Filled with vigilance, curiosity, and disdain.


    Arriving at the ship docking area, those guarding the ship saw Bobo and got a fright.


    But seeing Kana and the others indifferent, they relaxed, but their eyes stayed fixated on Bobo.


    Back in the town.


    The villagers all saw a big rodent head.


    Kana and Jonel personally carried the little girl back to her old home.


    "Mommy, where''s Mommy?"


    The little girl suddenly asked, unaware her mother had already died.


    Blake and Alyris didn''t know how to answer for a moment, considering making up something.


    Kana directly said: "She died, killed by the black rat while protecting you."


    Saying so, not waiting for the girl''s reaction, he said: "Take her to see her mother."


    Jonel led the girl straight inside.


    Soon, the girl''s cries were heard from within.


    "Wouldn''t this be bad?" Kecha asked.


    "Children aren''t that fragile, hiding the truth causes more harm," Bobo suddenly said. S~ea??h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Kana nodded: "It would be disrespectful to her mother."


    "What will happen to her in the future?" Alyris suddenly asked.


    "There''s an orphanage in town, funded by the Count and knights for warrior''s children."


    Blake explained somewhat, then added: "She has a father."


    Her father is fighting on the frontline.


    "Are there many ships in town?" Kana asked Blake.


    Blake was stunned by the sudden question, but quickly thought it over and shook his head: "Aside from fishing boats, only the ship we used today is slightly larger."


    "Anyone in town know how to build ships?"


    This question stumped Blake.


    "There are two shipbuilders." Jonel, emerging from the room, replied.


    The Safro Kingdom, surrounded by sea on three sides, has no shortage of shipbuilders; many carpenters worked in shipyards.


    Moreover, this was originally a military town, with various military equipment crafted here.


    So many craftsmen are gathered here, or rather, every town resident has some skill.


    Be it armor making or leather crafting, weapon forging, or stone masonry for fortresses, carpenters and shipbuilders are naturally present.


    "If I asked you to build more large ships, would you?" Kana asked.


    Jonel, straightforward, replied: "I would consult the Count."


    "Then bring the two shipbuilders here, I have questions for them."


    This request was easily met, and Jonel soon called the two shipbuilders over.


    One appeared over 50, considered an old man, while the other was in his 30s, in his prime.


    "Your Highness wishes to see you," Jonel directly stated.


    The two shipbuilders immediately became flustered, unsure how to greet Kana, simply preparing to kneel.


    Though they''d heard a Prince was in town, they''d never seen someone so noble.


    Kana quickly said: "No need to kneel, I have things to ask you."


    The two shipbuilders slightly bent over, listening respectfully.


    "If I asked you to build several river ships to carry double or triple the town''s people, how long would you need?"


    Upon hearing this, the two shipbuilders exchanged a glance, the older one said: "Depends on the size; if like the town''s river ship, the town could build.


    With insufficient manpower, two-three years; with enough, half a year."


    Then supplemented: "But we''d need the wood stored in town."


    He was referring to the river ship Kana and the others took earlier.


    That ship, at most, could squeeze two-three hundred people.


    The town''s population was seven-eighth hundred.


    "What if we only have half a month to a month?"


    This scared the two shipbuilders jump.


    Shaking their heads repeatedly: "Impossible, Your Highness, that''s just not feasible."


    "Then if we build large rafts?"


    "This..."


    The two shipbuilders completely baffled by Kana''s intention, uncertain how to reply.


    The younger shipbuilder gritted his teeth and said: "If the river''s calm and the current stable, it might work temporarily."


    Kana understood roughly, nodded.


    "Alright, that''s all I want to know."


    The two shipbuilders quickly retreated.


    Everyone present listened throughout, completely unsure what Kana wanted.


    Only Jonel seemed to have guessed, watching Kana closely.


    "I''ll correspond with my uncle," Kana said.


    Then, leading Alyris to his quarters, with Bobo following Kana closely.

 Chapter 29 Boasting

    Chapter 29 - 29 BoastingThe news of the Prince''s triumphant return quickly spread throughout the town.


    In the morning, they were all talking about the murder case that had happened in the town.


    When they heard that the Prince actually believed the words of that drunkard, they thought the Prince might really be crazy.


    How could there be such large upright mice, and not only stealing, but also killing and even kidnapping a child.


    The townspeople discussed it all morning, thinking someone must be in disguise.


    They were waiting to laugh at the Prince.


    But in less than half a day, the team returned with news of victory.


    Such a large rat head, and they even brought back a prisoner, a white rat, many people saw it, they couldn''t help but believe it.


    After all, the town is so small, and most of them are family members of the knight soldiers.


    Kana did not stop them from talking about their experiences.


    So upon returning to the town, those soldiers and a few hunters began to boast.


    In an era with almost no entertainment, today''s experience with the Prince was enough for them to boast for a lifetime.


    "Haha, you should have seen it, the forest was dark, traps everywhere.


    The Prince noticed me at a glance, asked me to scout, and I caught the rat as soon as I entered the forest.


    You know, I used to hunt in that forest often, it was like returning home."


    George bragged in the small square to the townspeople.


    An elderly hunter who had been with them walked by, glanced at George and quipped: "Almost got trapped at home?"


    The townspeople immediately knew what was going on.


    "Hahaha, turns out young George''s home has prey."


    "Maybe I should place traps at George''s door tomorrow, might get a bite of meat."


    "And then? Did you step into a trap?"


    George, interrupted, looked helplessly at the hunter. Not only was his bragging interrupted, but his secret was revealed.


    "Alright, I almost stepped into a trap, but I meant no harm, just wanted to scout. Who knew the mice were that clever.


    Can you imagine? The mice dug traps, and they hid them well, very malicious traps.


    Just a bit more, otherwise, you might have to call me Lame George or Dead George."


    Truth be told, thinking back, George felt a bit scared.


    A little kid looked at George and said curiously, "But you weren''t hurt, and you don''t even have the knights'' armor."


    "Hmm hmm." George suddenly felt a bit pleased.


    "That''s because the Prince saved me, he knew about the traps in the forest and knew how to avoid them.


    He deliberately let the last mouse get away, so we followed it. This way we could avoid the traps, after all, the mice wouldn''t step into their own traps."


    Since he couldn''t boast about himself, he boasted about the Prince. Being with the Prince meant he was also remarkable.


    George thought to himself.


    "So clever, worthy of a Prince."


    George continued to brag, "And the Prince''s archery is incredible, the best I''ve ever seen, even better than me.


    In the forest, twenty or thirty meters away, such a big mouse, running fast, darting around.


    The Prince took the bow from my hands, aimed, and shot right through the mouse''s head.


    Using this very bow, my bow!" sea??h th§× n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Saying this, George swung the bow he had slung over his shoulder a few times to show off.


    Several children crowded over, wanting to touch it, but George drove them away. It was a treasure, couldn''t let these kids ruin it. He needed to find a way to put this bow on display.


    Moreover, he secretly pulled out the arrow that pierced the mouse''s head and preserved it well.


    Some of the soldiers who fought together also gathered to brag, and many people started chatting there.


    Praising the Prince as wise and powerful, approachable, and very knowledgeable.


    "To be honest, this is somewhat different from what I imagined," Rein said, looking at the crowd in the square from a distance.


    Kecha nodded beside him, while Blake seemed in a bit of a daze, lost in thought.


    "I thought the Fourth Prince was just an ordinary noble, didn''t expect him to be so impressive."


    The three were ordered by the Count to follow the Prince, ensuring his safety, and to prevent him from doing anything excessive in the town.


    They had only occasionally heard some rumors about the Princes in the Royal Capital, without much impression of Kana.


    Hearing the Count''s command, they thought the Prince was some kind of noble dandy, which they had seen plenty of, even in the Count''s domain.


    But today''s rat extermination in the forest completely changed their perception of this Fourth Prince.


    Making them feel he was a truly nurtured and genuine noble.


    ...


    In Kana''s resting courtyard.


    "Aunt Hina, please tidy up the empty room on the right for Miss Bobo to stay."


    The woman referred to as Aunt Hina was very nervous, her eyes wandering, occasionally glancing at Bobo beside Kana''s leg.


    A large upright white rat, even if its appearance wasn''t ugly, was too shocking for a woman living in a small town.


    "No need to be nervous, she is a civilized Ratman."


    Bobo also slightly bowed, "Good day, madam."


    "You, you too, miss." Aunt Hina stammered, quickly excusing herself to tidy the room.


    Bobo sighed helplessly.


    Kana went into the hall, found a chair, and sat down, rubbing his brow.


    Alyris also sat beside.


    Kana looked at Bobo, "Now can we have a good chat?"


    Bobo nodded and began, "Before I was captured, I was traveling on a merchant ship, documenting the customs and history of different places.


    The last merchant ship I traveled on would pass through a kingdom called Safro, which is your country.


    However, your country seems... cautious. Foreign merchants aren''t allowed to freely leave the port cities, let alone for those of non-human races like us, who can''t even disembark but must remain on the boat."


    It was clear that when saying this, Bobo was somewhat resentful.


    Having traveled to many regions and countries, this was the first time she encountered such an exclusionary country.

 Chapter 30: Void Apocalypse

    Chapter 30 - 30: Void Apocalypse"Because it''s forbidden for other races to dock at the port, I stayed on the ship, but that''s when the problem happened." Bobo sighed as he spoke.


    "A group of Sharp-eared Rat People somehow sneaked aboard the ship, the same ones you eliminated this morning.


    They kidnapped me when they sneaked off the ship at night."


    "Why did they kidnap you?" Kana asked curiously.


    It was clear the Sharp-eared Rat People were originally fleeing in distress, so kidnapping a Round-eared Ratman didn''t seem beneficial to them.


    Upon hearing this question, Bobo''s expression became slightly disgusted and a bit embarrassed.


    Although seeing such rich expressions on a mouse is strange, Kana seemed to understand.


    "Alright, I see, you can continue."


    The issue was easy to guess; you can''t determine a Ratman''s gender by appearance, but their voices are easily distinguished.


    The difference between male and female voices is obvious.


    He just realized that amongst those rats cleaned up in the morning, none were female.


    Yet to establish a nest, both genders are required.


    Sharp-eared Rat People are evil; most females in the race are clearly used for breeding, essential assets to a nest.


    Fleeing Rat People lack a bit when establishing a nest. Hence, a Round-eared female Ratman serves as a feasible alternative.


    Bobo could now confirm, Kana indeed understands the Ratman race.


    His expression turned somewhat like a survival after disaster.


    Thinking of his miserable life if he hadn''t been rescued, he couldn''t help but express gratitude again.


    "Thank you all, if you had arrived later, after they established the nest, I''d have been in big trouble."


    The nest wasn''t established; without ensuring surrounding safety, even Sharp-eared Rat People wouldn''t casually breed offspring.


    Especially when they aim to establish a new Rat Nest.


    Bobo continued: "Then, we went all the way to that forest. After confirming there''s a small town across the river, they decided to build a nest there."


    "Is the world outside safe?" Alyris couldn''t help asking.


    Aside from the leader being somewhat capable, the rest of the rats were weak, seemingly so to Alyris.


    Bobo, having no resistance at all, dared travel worldwide alone, recording local customs and history, seems too bold.


    This made Alyris think the world outside might be very safe, given even in this country, walking in the wilderness, one could be attacked by beasts or bandits.


    Upon hearing this, Bobo shook his head repeatedly: "How could it be? Why would you think that, outside is very dangerous.


    I feel it''s less safe than your country, but your country''s safety has a reason."


    Our country''s safety? Alyris couldn''t help but show confusion, scratching his head.


    If our country is safe, how dangerous must the outside be?


    Alyris'' perception of the vast world outside altered slightly.


    After speaking, Bobo realized Alyris'' implication, quickly stating: "I''m not weak, just, it''s just your place is too barren."


    Saying this, Bobo sighed, his words lacking some persuasion.


    "I too know some Magic, but your country''s Magic Power is too barren, the flow of Magic is negligible, I''ve never encountered such a situation, can''t even perform a little Trick." His words carried a hint of complaint.


    "Magic? Like in books?" Alyris immediately showed interest; she had never seen Magic.


    "Quickly perform some, I''ve never seen it."


    Bobo''s face turned red, was her previous statement hard to understand? It''s precisely because he couldn''t perform Magic that he was caught.


    Kana shook his head amusedly: "Alright, let''s talk about other things first."


    Bobo visibly breathed a sigh of relief.


    Just then, a shout came from outside.


    "Your Highness!"


    The voice belonged to Blake.


    Kana heard the voice and stood up to head outside, just in time to see Blake approaching.


    At that moment, Blake''s eyes revealed confusion and hesitation.


    "Come in."


    Kana didn''t question him, simply invited him inside.


    Blake glanced at the two people and one mouse in the hall.


    After pausing, he asked: "Before, what happened to that mouse? My head is still dizzy, occasionally seeing purple beams and splotches at the edge of my vision."


    His expression was a bit unpleasant, such signs made him think he might be poisoned or something.


    Anyway, no matter what, it didn''t seem like a good thing.


    In this situation, Kana, who left a deep impression, was the only one he could turn to for help.


    After all, Kana seemed somewhat familiar with that kind of purple light.


    Kana glanced at Blake, then at the curious Alyris, while Bobo was also thoughtful.


    They were all witnesses to how a dying rat was transformed by that purple light, suddenly becoming fierce.


    The impact of that purple light, they had felt personally.


    "That''s the Void."


    "Void?" Bobo was puzzled; though a scholar, having traveled many places and countries, she had never heard of such a term.


    "Exactly, Void."


    "Do you know the specific structure of this world? Understand the entire world?" Kana asked.


    But clearly, he was asking Bobo.


    Bobo nodded: "I have understood a bit."


    In the game, this world wasn''t designed as a planet but a world with a celestial round square.


    The world has defined boundaries, a fog-enclosed ring.


    This fog serves as the world''s protective layer; the sky connects not to the fog but the Star Realm.


    The Star Realm can be understood as the universe.


    "Void is a life form outside the world. They act like scavengers of the entire Star Realm, specialized in clearing worlds.


    The worlds on their path of advance are invaded and swept by them.


    Few worlds survive during their cleansing, even if survived, they leave it a ravaged land."


    Kana spoke of the later plot''s Introduction to the existence of "Void."


    "Our world encountering the Void can basically confirm that our world is on the Void''s path of advance, we will be among those swept away.


    It means this could be seen as an apocalyptic prophecy."


    Kana, without restraint, made a bold statement.


    Honestly, he was a bit surprised; he never imagined the rat was actually influenced by the Void.


    "Void Invasion" Version 4.0''s main storyline.


    Also, it''s a phase where the entire game narrative climaxes.


    It''s a sword always hovering above Kana''s head. Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    While playing the game, one would only see this as an important version.


    But if it becomes reality, it''s the foreseeable apocalypse.


    Now, he became part of this world, unable to leave.


    He must find a way to resolve this apocalyptic crisis, or he''ll perish with it; having barely regained life, he arrived in this world.


    He doesn''t want to die with this world.


    "Apocalypse?" Alyris was a bit puzzled.


    Perhaps it was due to Kana''s statement being slightly exaggerated, Alyris and Blake didn''t panic, more so expressing confusion.


    As for Bobo, she didn''t believe it at all.


    "Yes, apocalypse."

 Chapter 31: Letter/Tablet

    Chapter 31 - 31: Letter/TabletGazing into the eyes of the three.


    Kana sat back in his seat. S~ea??h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Looking at the three before him.


    Words that are too extraordinary might become unbelievable instead.


    "Can something of that scale really destroy the world?" Alyris was somewhat doubtful.


    If something of that scale could destroy the world, then can I destroy the world too? That would make me pretty powerful. Alyris couldn''t help but think.


    Blake didn''t speak, still influenced by the Void in his mind.


    Bobo looked completely unconvinced, regarding Kana like a cult fanatic.


    Having traveled extensively, she had seen many such cult fanatics.


    She just hadn''t expected that a prince of a kingdom would believe such things.


    "How could you possibly know such important information?"


    It wasn''t surprising Bobo didn''t believe, even though Kana was a prince, his kingdom was too small.


    Moreover, it was exceptionally barren, completely out of touch with most countries.


    This kingdom could truly be described as a backwater, detached from the world.


    Only remote villages or small towns typically were like this, not a kingdom.


    Kana didn''t expect them to believe right away.


    Though there were signs now, they were sparse and weak, and only very few people had any understanding of the Void.


    Without surprises, he believed that he was probably the one who understood the Void the most now.


    Through this period, he no longer held any false hopes.


    Indeed, he had come to this world, replacing the former Kana and becoming a member of it.


    Certain matters now had to be addressed.


    For instance, the invasion of the Void.


    If unresolved, the entire world would perish, including himself, which was surely unacceptable.


    Fortunately, at least in the original game''s storyline, this issue was eventually resolved through the efforts of countless individuals.


    And if he were to do something in the future, he would need to establish some interesting character settings for himself.


    Such as being able to foresee omens of the future, being able to see warnings of danger from the future.


    This ability wasn''t absurd, considering even the most unbelievable Stone of Creation was true.


    Being able to see glimpses of the future, what''s so incredible about that?


    "I can see omens of the future."


    "?"


    No sooner had he spoken than Bobo and even Alyris couldn''t help but come over and touch Kana''s forehead.


    "Do you need a rest? Maybe you''re too tired today, Your Highness." Alyris looked a bit worried.


    Kana smiled helplessly: "I know you don''t believe, so I didn''t intend to make you believe.


    You just need to be aware of this matter, and eventually, you''ll believe my words."


    Kana didn''t expect them to believe what he said right away, mainly just patching things up for himself.


    When he later knows things he shouldn''t know, they would automatically fill in the gaps.


    Thus, he wouldn''t need to explain much.


    "The influence of the Void on the soul is fatal, especially for souls that haven''t mastered special powers." Kana shifted the topic, continuing.


    After saying this, Kana pointed at Alyris and Bobo.


    Looking at Blake, he explained: "Alyris has the power to control blood, what I call Blood Magic.


    Bobo is a scholar and a caster, she also has the power to manipulate magic."


    Then he pointed at himself: "Though I can''t control these powers yet, I know clearly that I too have Blood Magic within me.


    Just like the Count, we are both royal members."


    "So essentially, our souls can control special powers, these special powers provide some sort of protection for the soul.


    Thus, the weak flashes from the Abyss can''t affect us, just like hiding under a tree, the sunlight can''t touch us."


    He then pointed at Blake: "But you''re different, you haven''t mastered these powers.


    You''re standing naked under the sunlight, without anything to block the Abyss''s flashes, naturally, you''re influenced to some extent."


    But given your long-term knight training, you have already honed your willpower, so you can break free of the influence with your willpower."


    However, remnants of the influence still adhere to the surface of your soul, fortunately, it''s just a weak flash from the Abyss and not very impactful, it will naturally dissipate after some time."


    Kana''s words relieved Blake, at least this issue could recover, just given some time.


    At some point, Blake had started to believe Kana''s words without doubt.


    Especially in areas he didn''t understand, Blake was more inclined to trust Kana''s knowledge.


    Honest truth, though unwilling to admit, a part of him believes Kana''s talk of the apocalypse.


    Because he had personally experienced the Void''s influence, albeit the most ordinary influence.


    Bobo listened nearby, unlike Blake and Alyris, she was quite knowledgeable, having traveled many places.


    She didn''t understand or even know about the Void.


    But she was essentially a caster, albeit not a renowned one.


    She had also witnessed the Void Flash at the time.


    Without the flow of Magic Power, given her understanding of magic, even the simplest trick was unworkable in such an environment.


    However, her Spirit strength remained, and she felt the impact of the flash very deeply.


    So during Kana''s explanations about the Void Flash, she had to admit he was likely correct. At least in her experience, Kana''s words were certainly correct.


    She couldn''t help but wonder if Kana''s previous statements were true.


    Originally implausible words now had a hint of credibility.


    "Alright, that''s enough explaining, I need to write a letter to the Count."


    With that, Kana rose and returned to his room, taking out pen and paper to write to his uncle.


    Leaving the others to digest what he just said, they needed some time.


    Inside the room, Kana wrote in the letter:


    "Dear Uncle, I wonder how the frontline situation is currently...


    I believe you are aware that our resistance against the Blood Race troops is limited. Once they regain control of those cities and regroup their forces, failure is inevitable.


    You''re surely aware of the Blood Race''s transformation of the city''s residents.


    Before this happens, I think you should have an escape plan. From my surveys these few days, we might be able to escape using water routes.


    We just need to build some ships, even rafts. I hope you will approve, and I will organize people from Riverbend Town to build some river vessels, so that we can..."


    After sealing the letter and handing it to the soldier outside.


    Alyris was guarding in the yard.


    Blake had left, and Bobo returned to her room.


    He was back in the room.


    His mind repeatedly recalled the Ratman influenced by the Abyss.


    "Unexpectedly, at this stage, they already have the Void reconnaissance teams?"


    In the game''s plot, versions have a buildup.


    The 4.0 Abyss invasion apocalypse, had early foreshadowing.


    Players who dug deep found the earliest hints in version 2.0.


    Kana hadn''t expected to discover it right in the early stages of version 1.0, even facing it directly.


    In retrospect, a reasonable explanation can be made. Like version 1.0, where players mainly operated around the surrounding newbie village, half of Cohen Kingdom and the mountain-bordering half of Safro Kingdom.


    One was wilderness scarcely developed, the other a country controlled by the Blood Race, leaving only enemies.


    1.0 primarily dealt with problems caused by the blood incident from Safro Kingdom.


    Version 2.0 expanded the map to this continent.


    Now that traces of Abyss influence are evident on this continent, other continents surely had traces early on too.


    Despite being able to prepare early, thinking about these issues now seemed a bit distant.


    The main focus now was the small Stone of Creation, and the relic it resided in.


    He took out the main loot from this operation¡ªanother half of the Relic Disc.


    And then the other half obtained from the Merfolk, made them together.


    It could be seen that this stone slab was exceptionally solid, the two pieces fit perfectly.


    The combined pattern was a strangely shaped tree, growing like a triangle.


    The once Ancient Alchemy Empire¡ªBetville.


    A nation now ruined, leaving only relics.


    Outside, it was already near dusk.


    Tomorrow, the two stone slabs could be used to explore the relic.


    Thinking of this, Kana unexpectedly felt some excitement.


    Simply started training in the yard, his growth in power couldn''t stop.

 Chapter 32 Friend of the Fish People

    Chapter 32 - 32 Friend of the Fish PeopleEarly morning.


    As soon as Kana woke up, he felt changes in his body.


    He opened his attribute panel.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 2]


    [Status: Normal]


    [Blood Volume: 16/16]


    [Magic Power: 6/12]


    [Constitution: 8]


    [Agility: 6]


    [Spirit: 6]


    [Evaluation: You can already be called a knight.]


    Constitution had increased by one point again. Extreme training plus fighting can bring great effects in a short period.


    However, it is also related to how poor the original attributes were.


    Of course, average people couldn''t possibly achieve this.


    The level also successfully reached Level Two.


    Back then, he was emotionally stirred, triggering the power of the Stone of Creation to datafy, and the datafied blueprint was naturally based on the game he played.


    Then, according to reality, the Stone of Creation automatically modified it.


    The level in "Stone of Creation" isn''t high; in the 1.0 "Blood Calamity" version, the maximum limit was only level 5.


    Although having a max level of 5 in the first version of an online game seems strange, it was the first fully virtual game after all.


    It''s said that this made it appear more realistic and enhanced immersion.


    The reward for leveling up each level is 5 attribute points.


    In reality, compared to his timid period just after crossing over, he indeed improved by a total of 5 attribute points, successfully reaching Level Two.


    Retracting the attribute panel, Kana jumped directly off the bed.


    Quickly got ready.


    By the time he arrived in the courtyard, the day was bright, but the sun hadn''t yet risen.


    After breakfast, he took Alyris and Bobo, and, on the way, met Blake as they walked towards the riverbank.


    "Where are Rein and Kecha?" Kana asked.


    "They went back to the front line and delivered your letter, Your Highness, as well."


    Kana nodded, it seemed that the Blood Race should already be organizing the army. Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    They took a fishing boat across the river and headed straight for the Fishman Village.


    Before even reaching the village entrance, they saw the Fishman Prophet already waiting there.


    "You brought good news," the Fishman Prophet said in a calm but affirming tone.


    "Are you a Fishman Prophet? And you don''t seem to be a pure Fishman," Bobo looked at the Fishman Prophet curiously.


    The Fishman Prophet looked at her, "White mouse, you are different from those black mice."


    "Of course, Bobo is a scholar."


    The Fishman Prophet nodded, "I am a hybrid of Fishman and Magic Frog."


    After speaking, the Fishman Prophet turned his dull gaze to Kana.


    Meanwhile, Bobo stayed in place, pondering this statement.


    "Magic Frog and Fishman, how do they hybridize?" she murmured.


    The world is truly miraculous.


    Kana directly responded, "We''ve dealt with those mice and completed your task."


    "Indeed good news, thank you, human friends, you will now be friends of the Blue Spot Tribe."


    After saying that, he started rummaging in the cloth bag carried by the tall Fishman beside him.


    "Hmm? Why is it missing?"


    He mumbled while rummaging.


    "You''re not looking for the task reward, are you?" Kana couldn''t help but ask.


    "Yes, the half stone slab."


    "Um, you already gave it to me yesterday."


    So it wasn''t an advance payment yesterday, he just forgot?


    "Is-is that so? That''s... that''s the reward you promised to help us.


    Now I have to give you, the reward for helping us," the Fishman Prophet seemed reluctant to admit his poor memory, stubbornly explaining.


    He took something from the cloth bag and handed it to Kana.


    Kana looked at the item in his hand; it was a bracelet made of shells, pearls, and fish bones.


    The texture was rough and very unattractive, like a child''s plaything.


    No, it wasn''t even as good as a child''s plaything.


    "This represents the friendship of the Fishmen, a proof of friendship. Yes, that''s right," the Fishman Prophet ascribed meaning to the ugly bracelet.


    Facing everyone''s curious looks, the Fishman Prophet stamped his coral staff to change the subject, "Ahem, we''ve prepared a banquet to welcome friends, would you like to come?"


    Kana hurriedly shook his head, "No, no."


    At Kana''s refusal, the Fishman Prophet appeared visibly disappointed.


    Alyris and Bobo also appeared visibly disappointed.


    Interaction with Fishmen is simple and direct, without any need for twists and turns.


    "I want to know the exact underwater location of the relic," Kana asked.


    "No problem, human friend, please follow me," the Fishman Prophet slowly turned around.


    You could tell the Fishman Prophet wasn''t young anymore.


    He walked leisurely.


    So, they could only follow slowly behind.


    Taking advantage of this moment, Kana infused magic power into the bracelet in his hand for datafication.


    [Blue Spot Bracelet]


    [Bracelet¡ªPearl Chain¡ªOrdinary]


    [Attributes: Nature, Fragile]


    [Special Effect: Friend of the Fish People, Swimming in the Water]


    [Friend of the Fish People: When worn by Kana¡ªthe Fishmen will not attack (Favorability +)]


    [Swimming in the Water: When the wearer is in the water¡ªAgility increases]


    [Evaluation: From the Fishman Tribe¡ªthe proof of friendship of the Blue Spot.


    May our friendship last forever! Want to eat stewed fish, friend?]


    Sure enough, the source of special effects is more of a meaning, and this can be basically confirmed.


    Although it looks a bit ugly, these two special effects are very useful under specific conditions.


    "This is it,"


    They had arrived at the riverbank not far from the Fishman Village.


    "Dive down here, about five Fishman heights deep, and you''ll see an entrance. The stone slab was taken from inside."


    Looking at where the Fishman Prophet pointed.


    Kana turned to look at everyone.


    Alyris, mindful of Kana''s reminders, didn''t wear armor when coming out, just brought a weapon.


    Blake was dressed in Knight Full Body Armor. Obviously, if he had to go underwater, it would take some effort.


    Kana directly said, "Blake, you stay on the shore and wait for us, in case anything happens, you''ll be prepared."


    Blake nodded at this, having no objections.


    Then Kana looked at Bobo.


    Bobo hurriedly shook his head and waved his hands, "Bobo won''t go underwater; it will wet Bobo''s fur, and that would be hard to clean."


    That''s perfect.


    "Then you two stay on the shore and keep watch, Alyris, let''s dive down,"


    As he spoke, Kana put the bracelet on his wrist.


    The two of them and a mouse watched as this happened, their expressions somewhat peculiar.


    Kana smiled and said, "This is a proof of friendship."


    "Indeed, friends!" the Fishman Prophet was visibly delighted, his tone rising.


    Getting ready, Kana jumped directly into the water.


    Alyris followed closely.


    As soon as he entered the water, Kana felt a sense of being at home, as if he didn''t know when he became so good at swimming.


    He swam downward.


    A few meters wasn''t deep, he brushed against the soil by the bank downward and soon saw it.


    But the entrance wasn''t obvious, various aquatic plants swaying to obscure it.


    Alyris gestured, then dived in first, Kana following closely behind.


    They swam about six or seven meters in.


    "Phew!"


    Kana poked his head out of the water.


    In front was pitch black, with a damp and musty odor; this was clearly a cavern.


    Splashing noises, Alyris climbed ashore like this, in the pitch-blackness.


    "Your Highness, hurry up."


    "It''s too dark, I can''t see."


    "Dark?" Alyris looked confused.


    Kana immediately realized, "You can see, can''t you? You don''t think it''s dark here?"


    "Yes, I can see Your Highness, it''s just a bit dim," Alyris also realized, looking around. Finding there was no light source, but she could see.


    "I can see? Why?"


    "It should be from mastering Blood Magic, having Dark Vision, don''t be alarmed, it''s normal," Kana said, extending a hand for Alyris to pull him out of the water.

 Chapter 33: Holding the Stone of Creation

    Chapter 33 - 33: Holding the Stone of CreationIn the pitch-black cave.


    When the stone slab was taken out, a faint light emerged from it.


    In front of the two of them.


    The walls also glowed faintly, revealing the frame of the relic''s doorway.


    With this faint light, Kana could finally see that the cave was about four to five meters high.


    Half of it below was a pool, the other half was stone ground connected to the doorway''s frame.


    The doorway that emitted the faint light was about 4 meters high, with a width of 3 meters, enough to clearly see the doorway''s seam and a missing circular hole in the center.


    The pattern on the doorway was a regular triangle emblem, with some hollow carvings around it. However, due to the long passage of time, most of the hollow carvings were no longer visible.


    Kana stepped forward and embedded the stone slab from his arms into the central hollow, matching perfectly.


    However, he did not directly press both stone slabs in together.


    Instead, he first picked up the right half, which was the piece the Murloc Prophet was holding.


    He gently placed it in and pressed it firmly.


    It fit snugly.


    With a forceful push, the right half of the door was pushed open, and only after opening did they see that the right half connected to a corridor.


    In the center of the door seam was something like a wall, blocking the connection between the two sides.


    Thinking for a moment, he also placed the other half of the stone slab.


    He pushed the door open the same way.


    The other side looked exactly the same as this side.


    From the entrance, it was divided into two sides, meaning the stone slab was split into two halves from the beginning.


    "Your Highness, which side should we go to first?"


    "The right side." After all, in the past game, the right side had already been explored by players, and Kana was more familiar with the information inside.


    Alyris nodded, drew a blade, and walked ahead.


    As soon as the two stepped into the right passage, balls of firelight lit up along the walls, illuminating the path forward for them.


    Walking in, Kana tapped on the middle wall, clearly showing only a thin layer from both sides, but when tapped from their side, it felt quite solid.


    Completely impossible to determine if the other side was hollow.


    The corridor was not narrow or long, about six to seven meters.


    And on the walls on both sides of the corridor, apart from these natural flames, there were no murals or carvings.


    The two cautiously walked through the corridor and were greeted by a hall.


    The hall was triangular, with a humanoid statue about three meters tall in the center.


    Perhaps due to the enclosed space, the statue was well preserved, the gray statue clearly depicting a somewhat bald middle-aged man.


    He gazed ahead, his left hand behind his back, his right hand holding a cube.


    The pedestal on which the statue stood had a shield embedded on the front, covered in dust and matching the statue in color.


    And directly in front of the statue was a small sculpture resembling a Holy Grail, about 1.5 meters tall.


    The Holy Grail was indeed a container.


    At the center of the Holy Grail''s sculpture, some items were stored.


    Upon closer inspection, it was filled with round coins and various stones.


    A thick layer of dust covered these, making it unclear what the coins were made of. It was only apparent that these stones were some kind of gemstones.


    Apart from that, there was nothing else in this triangular space.


    Alyris looked puzzled, not understanding the purpose of this construction, was it to showcase the appearance of the sculpture itself?


    But judging by the sculpture, he shouldn''t look any good anyway.


    Kana walked to the front of the statue, and on the round stone platform beneath the statue, dense text was visible.


    Upon examination, it was clear that the text was very similar to the font used in the Safro Kingdom.


    With some guessing, it could be deciphered that the texts introduced some of the life stories of the statue''s owner.


    An alchemist from the Ancient Alchemy Empire.


    Modern alchemy perfectly inherited the techniques and knowledge used by the Ancient Alchemy Empire, with the main branch of study not interrupted.


    The highlight of this statue owner''s life was his alchemical creation.


    "So what is this relic used for?" Alyris couldn''t help but ask curiously.


    Kana retrieved the shield from the front of the round platform, and it was a small round shield, its original appearance completely obscured by thick dust.


    "This is a tomb. In the Ancient Alchemy Empire, alchemists loved to build their tombs like this." sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    "A tomb?" Alyris was very surprised, because it didn''t look like a burial place at all. There were no coffins, no place for storing a body, just a statue and a Holy Grail sculpture.


    It was just too simple.


    Looking at the sculpture, Alyris suddenly realized and pointed at the statue: "Could it be..."


    "That''s right, in the Ancient Alchemy Empire, some alchemists would have their bodies cremated into ashes immediately after death.


    Their tomb would have a sculpture, carved in the appearance of the tomb''s owner. The sculpture would preemptively have a space reserved for storing the ashes.


    Finally, friends or relatives would fill the sculpture completely."


    As Kana said this, he shook the dusty small round shield in his hand: "The bottom of the round platform would record some important life stories, and would include their most representative alchemical work."


    Clearly, the small round shield in Kana''s hand was this statue''s, the tomb owner''s, most representative alchemical work.


    As for the Holy Grail in front of the statue, it didn''t have much significance other than to symbolize the era, an external manifestation of alchemy at that time.


    Depending on the era, the sculpture would switch between something like a Holy Grail, a crucible, a tree, a pyramid, and such.


    Kana wasn''t very familiar with this aspect of the setting.


    But while he might not know the detailed settings, he was well aware of the rewards. As long as there is a Holy Grail or crucible, the rewards are always the best.


    Because inside such sculptures, valuable items would be placed.


    After listening to Kana''s explanation, Alyris nodded knowingly: "Your Highness is truly knowledgeable."


    Following His Highness every day, you can learn something new.


    And now she''s used to it, just listen to His Highness if you don''t understand, His Highness is always right.


    After finishing their discussion, both of them looked toward the Holy Grail sculpture.


    The sculpture wasn''t small, and the space inside wasn''t small either, yet it was filled with coins and gemstones.


    It displayed a kind of opulence.


    The items placed inside the Holy Grail were already really valuable, and unsurprisingly, all the items in this Holy Grail were needed for alchemy.


    Alyris glanced at Kana, then reached in and took out a gemstone.


    After confirming there was no issue, she nodded at Kana.


    While Kana''s gaze was fixed on one of the gemstones in the Holy Grail.


    He slowly reached out, took the gemstone, and wiped the dust off, revealing its light blue exterior.


    This gemstone was no different from the others around it, even rougher on the surface, entirely unpolished, more as if knocked off a larger gemstone.


    It was very small, only about a third the size of a palm.


    This was no ordinary gemstone; it was the main reason Kana came to this relic.


    [Creation Stone Fragment (Small)]


    Without Kana even using his magic power to datafy it, the fragment''s name appeared directly before him.


    But only the name.


    Alyris glanced at the gemstone Kana held, and found it no different from the others, even less appealing.


    She shifted her focus back to the Holy Grail, picked up a few coins, and wiped them off.


    Most of the coins turned out to be silver coins, only a portion were gold coins, which made Alyris a bit disappointed.


    If they were all gold coins, that would really be a huge fortune.


    But even if most were silver coins, it was still a significant haul.


    As Kana held onto that Creation Stone Fragment, he could basically confirm that his Golden Finger was created by a fragment.


    He was well aware of the Stone of Creation''s settings.


    Its introversion meant that only those who truly knew its worth could discover its essence.


    The easiest people to discover the Stone of Creation are those who have contacted and used it. Those who have used it naturally have a certain connection with it.


    Of course, this connection could only be detected when close enough.


    In reality, holding the Stone of Creation for the first time, Kana was momentarily excited.


    His excitement began affecting the Stone of Creation, and feeling this, Kana quickly placed the gemstone back into the Holy Grail, calming himself down.

 Chapter 34: Huge Harvest

    Chapter 34 - 34: Huge Harvest"Your Highness, are you okay?"


    Alyris noticed that Kana''s emotions were clearly a bit off and asked with concern.


    Kana shook her head and said, "I''m fine. The feeling of finding treasure is somewhat exciting."


    Hearing this, Alyris couldn''t help but show a smile and nodded slightly in excitement.


    She was obviously much happier than she appeared to be.


    "I''ll go get some bags."


    "No rush, there''s another room next door. Let''s go take a look."


    Kana was equally curious about who the owner of the other tomb room was.


    Kana pocketed the Stone of Creation in her chest pocket and headed to the other side.


    Since he wasn''t familiar with this room, he carefully observed for a while to ensure there were no traps before they went in.


    The setup here was almost identical to the room next door, also triangular.


    There was also a statue in the center, and in front of it, a sculpture of the Holy Grail. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    This sculpture looked extremely similar to the one next door, except he wasn''t bald.


    Below the round platform was a spherical object the size of a human head.


    What was stored in the Holy Grail, however, was not as straightforward as the priest''s next door, but a somewhat disordered heap of things.


    There were cloth-like items, columnar crystals, incomprehensible metal materials, and even books.


    Curious, Kana looked at the records on the platform below.


    "Puppet Master - Te Anrui... Puppet Master? Puppet Master!"


    Kana''s voice raised several octaves, and his emotions visibly became excited.


    "Is he very famous?" Alyris, seeing Kana so excited, couldn''t help but ask. To be honest, she had never heard of this name.


    But she never expected much from her own knowledge.


    "Of course, this is the Puppet Master, representing the hidden profe..."


    Kana closed his mouth.


    He calmed himself down because the reason he was so excited was that in the game, the last profession he played was Puppet Master.


    This is a hidden profession, requiring a series of quest lines, hidden in the rich backstory and details of the game.


    As a story-driven player, Kana roughly found the clues during the end of version 3.0 and continued through this series of hidden quests. Finally, in the mid-4.0 version, he completed the quest and obtained the hidden profession.


    This profession lived up to expectations, surpassing all the professions he had played before.


    Though it was his main profession, he had only used Puppet Master for three years.


    Undeniably, the Puppet Master profession was absolutely powerful enough.


    And the reason Kana was so thrilled was that he was very familiar with the whole quest line related to the character''s story and the hidden locations.


    Although in the game, this was just plot running to get the items and finally attain the profession.


    But now that he had crossed over and it became reality, this series of tasks could ensure he became the pinnacle of this profession.


    Calming down, Kana replied again, "This is a branch of ancient Alchemists."


    After a brief explanation, Kana looked back at the platform.


    From the information above, it could be understood that this person named Te Anrui, called Puppet Master, had his masterpiece as the metal sphere below.


    It was a kind of ancient basic foundational puppet.


    Kana picked up the sphere, wiped off the dust, and immediately recognized it.


    [Spherical Puppet¡ªUniversal]


    Kana now knew who this Te Anrui was.


    The founder of the Puppet Master profession.


    The founder was not the strongest of this profession but the one who laid its foundation.


    According to some records in the game, Kana learned that the Puppet Master profession''s origin and naming were due to its creator.


    The creator invented the first programmable and modifiable universal foundational puppet, which started this profession''s flourishing. Unfortunately, this pioneer passed away early due to an experimental accident.


    The deeds described on the platform confirmed this.


    Moreover, the brother in the adjacent tomb room also died in the incident, while Te Anrui, the founder of Puppet Master, was near death.


    Knowing he couldn''t survive long, he buried the two brothers together.


    Kana quickly grabbed the few books from the Holy Grail container and flipped through them casually.


    These books were evidently made with special materials, still very solid despite being dusty, and the handwriting was exceptionally clear.


    Sure enough, they were his experimental manuals.


    Kana started to carefully inventory the items within them.


    Some Alchemy materials.


    Experiment manual.


    Memory Crystal.


    Personal Space Waist Bag.


    Perfect, an incredibly perfect heap of items.


    With this heap, Kana could completely quickly attain the position of Puppet Master.


    The weakest and most basic Puppet Master.


    After all, this was the Ancient Alchemy Empire, the most rudimentary state of this profession, and Alchemy was something that evolved over time.


    Today''s Puppet Masters were already much more advanced, but there weren''t those conditions now. Using the existing conditions to make do was fine too.


    Checked the Space Waist Bag, it was still in a brand-new sealed state.


    Seeing this status, Kana was much more relieved, as these Space Waist Bags would become unstable over time until they turned into Ordinary Waist Bags.


    This sealed state proved it was well preserved.


    Opened the seal, checked, the space was a whole cubic meter.


    Enough.


    Stuffed the sphere and all these materials into the Space Waist Bag.


    "It went in!" Alyris exclaimed in amazement next to him.


    It was her first time seeing Space Equipment, and she had never even heard of it before.


    "This is Space Equipment. Although it looks small, it can hold a lot of things inside."


    Hearing Kana''s explanation, Alyris nodded, her eyes full of curiosity.


    She carefully observed from the side.


    "Not now. I''ll lend it to you to play with when we return tonight."


    "No, no need, Your Highness. I''m just a bit curious." Alyris blushed, feeling a bit embarrassed by her behavior.


    Kana looked at her, "Really not going to play with it? It''s quite interesting."


    "If, if it''s an order from Your Highness."


    "Haha, fine, I order you to properly understand this thing."


    "Yes!"


    The two of them laughed and went to the other side.


    Kana also put the heap of coins and gemstones into the Space Waist Bag.


    He couldn''t deny these items were a lot; the items from the two Holy Grails almost filled the bag.


    "Let''s go, we''re heading out."


    After speaking, the two of them went out, rechecking and adding back the stone door, and threw the stone slab into the bag as well.


    As the door slowly closed.


    The whole cave once again plunged into complete darkness.


    The two of them jumped into the pond.


    The icy river water soaked them completely, washing away the excitement of their treasure hunt adventure.


    Alyris led the way ahead as they quickly returned along the path.


    Seeing them return.


    The shore''s Blake quickly reached out and pulled Kana out of the water.

 Chapter 35 Front Line Command Post

    Chapter 35 - 35 Front Line Command PostThe time returns to the morning.


    The frontline, Lake City, within the military camp in the city.


    The fortress command center.


    Rein and Kecha, who left Riverbend Town last night and hurried back to the frontline, are now reporting in the command room.


    Besides the Count and the few officers Kana had met previously, there is also a 1.9-meter-tall nobleman wearing full body armor, with a serious expression.


    The full body armor still has traces of blood that have not been completely wiped off, clearly indicating he has recently been in battle.


    The Count is looking at the letter in his hand.


    This letter was exactly what Kana wrote yesterday and was handed over to Rein and his men to deliver.


    After reading the contents of the letter, the Count frowned but did not say much.


    Instead, he handed the letter over to others to take a look.


    While the others were reading the letter, the Count looked toward Rein and asked, "Did my nephew do anything unusual in the town? Did he behave inappropriately?"


    Although the Count believed his nephew had previously acted deceptively in the Royal Capital, he remained somewhat vigilant toward him.


    In these times, it''s really impossible to determine if this Fourth Prince of the royal family was sent by the royals as a probe or a contingency plan.


    In such urgent yet uncertain situations, the only option was to place him in the rear for a degree of supervision.


    "His Highness conducted himself quite normally in the town, in fact, he behaved a bit... a bit unlike a noble."


    Kecha also added, "First, he took a boat to the other shore and communicated with the fish people there."


    Before he could finish, the burly bearded knight, Udo, thinking he misheard, hurriedly interrupted.


    "Did you say this Prince... was communicating with fish people? The kind of fish people I''m thinking of?"


    Seeing the lords were as surprised as he once was, Kecha''s face broke into a slight smile.


    Nodding, he said, "Yes, he indeed can communicate freely with the fish people. Moreover, among the fish people''s village, there is a fish prophet.


    The fish prophet is the leader of the fish people and can speak and communicate with us.


    Additionally, His Highness seems to know a lot about fish people; they even asked him for help."


    When Kecha finished speaking, everyone was silent.


    This prince not only didn''t fit their previous impressions, he had completely overturned what they thought of him before.


    The Count rubbed his temples, "Continue."


    "The next day, someone in town was killed, and a child was kidnapped. The killing was done by a big rat, which His Highness said were sharp-eared rat people.


    The fish people wanted the prince to help drive those rat people away.


    It seems His Highness also knows these rat people well, even knowing how to fight them."


    The two wanted to explain what the rat people were, as they were very surprised at the time.


    However, seeing the expressions on the faces of these lords in front of them, they realized they seemed to know, and silently ceased their explanations, slowly narrating the information.


    During the narrative, people occasionally interrupted to inquire about details, and only after finishing were the two allowed to leave.


    After they left, the command room became a bit quiet.


    "Looks like I need to reevaluate my useless nephew," said the Count.


    The serious-looking knight beside him placed Kana''s letter on the table.


    The Count asked the group, "What do you all think of this letter?"


    The stern knight frowned and said, "The front seems correct, but the latter part and the suggestions, haha."


    With a dry laugh, he expressed his opinion.


    The Count looked at the others.


    "Although the things he''s done over the past few days have made me somewhat change my view of this prince, his understanding of warfare might still be somewhat immature."


    "Haha, that''s right, maybe this prince thinks warfare is just like what he reads in books."


    "Many young commanders make such mistakes, we should understand young people."


    Seeing everyone had given a consistent evaluation, the Count glanced again at the serious knight beside him, "Ichard, what do you think about the suggestions in this letter?"


    Ichard, Ichard Kerry, is the most valued knight under the Count. S~ea??h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He is said to be second in command to the Count, and his strength is second only to the Count''s.


    At the same time, he is Blake''s father and is responsible for commanding and managing most of the Count''s soldiers.


    "Once these creatures gather their army, we certainly won''t be able to resist; we are already struggling somewhat," Ichard recounted the current situation.


    He continued, "But his suggestion to build ships, I must say, this Prince has certain ideas and vision, but is still too naive.


    If we want to build ships, we have at most a little over a month left, it''s simply impossible to complete them.


    As for building rafts, heh, he''s underestimating the downstream of the Widder River."


    Those officers and nobles of a certain status clearly understand the meager magic power in their country.


    Near the mountains downstream of the Widder River, the magic power there has been recovering.


    And the area where the river crosses the right side of the mountains has almost never been developed, filled with magical beasts and various wild creatures.


    The level of danger is akin to traversing this country now, even more dangerous.


    And downstream, near the mouth of the river, the abundance of water monsters is overwhelming.


    Moreover, to them, water monsters are even harder to deal with than those on land; they would rather walk across than sail through by boat.


    Not to mention rafting, slightest carelessness and everyone would end up in the water, with no chance of survival.


    This level of danger is simply not within consideration.


    So everyone present considered Kana''s suggestion as a joke.


    They believed this prince might not know the local conditions, thus making such a judgment.


    "As for what this Prince said, about the possibility of the southwestern gorge being intercepted by the enemy.


    There is some possibility, but it''s not significant. The Cohen Kingdom''s Stone Fist Legion and some of our troops are there to protect our retreat route.


    Not to mention, attempting to breach our front lines directly and penetrate our retreat route to surround us is not that easy."


    Ichard''s analysis was orderly and aligned with their longstanding actions and preparations.


    Compared to Kana''s suggestion, it was many times better.


    At least Kana''s image in their eyes had transformed from being completely ignorant, or potentially an enemy,


    to a knowledgeable but inexperienced young person.


    After saying these things, it was regarded as mere idle chat.


    Ichard looked at the Count and asked, "Since the probability of him being an enemy is reduced, should Blake be brought to the frontline?


    Jonel is enough to watch over him, and this old knight is cautious enough."


    Upon hearing this, the Count looked at Ichard, his serious expression left the Count somewhat helpless with a sigh.


    Blake is the only offspring of this most important subordinate and friend, and as a former member of the royal family, the Count is acutely aware of the dangers they face in resisting the Blood Race.


    He doesn''t want Ichard''s only son to fight alongside his father on the front lines.


    He believes Ichard can understand his intentions, yet Ichard still wants his child to fight on the frontline.


    Too rigid and stern, the Count felt somewhat helpless with Ichard, too harsh with his descendants.


    "Alright, I''ll transfer him over."


    Ichard respectfully saluted and expressed his gratitude.

 Chapter 36: Counting the Gains

    Chapter 36 - 36: Counting the GainsKana and his companion arrived on the shore, drenched all over, but smiles never left their faces.


    "Did you gain something?"


    Blake looked at the two of them, their joyful expressions were a little too obvious.


    This made Blake wonder, could it be? Did His Highness the Prince really discover a treasure-laden relic below?


    Kana smiled without speaking, turned his hand over to reach into the space pouch, and took out a palm-sized sapphire.


    In Blake''s bewildered expression, he pushed it into his hand.


    When he came to his senses, he quickly refused, wanting to return the gemstone to Kana.


    "No, Your Highness, this is too precious."


    Kana''s expression was serious, using his hand to block the motion of returning the gemstone: "This is what you deserve, you are a loyal and brave knight.


    Accept it, it''s your deserved reward."


    Saying that, he took out 6 Gold Coins from the space waist bag and put them into Blake''s hand, seriously saying: "These are for Rein and Kecha, when you see them next time, please pass them on for me."


    This was for others, so Blake couldn''t refuse, solemnly nodded, and gave a formal bow.


    Blake wasn''t good at praise, so he could only say: "You truly are a generous person."


    "Haha, well, we are drenched, this is uncomfortable, let''s head back first."


    They bid farewell to the fishmen and returned to the small town by boat.


    As soon as they entered the town, a guard seemed to have been waiting for them and hurried over quickly.


    He called Blake away.


    Kana and Alyris were drenched, but fortunately, it was noon, and the season had just passed summer, so it wasn''t too cold.


    Passing by a tailor shop, Kana went in for a short while and came out with a cloak, handing it to Porter, who was cautious and had his head down since entering the town.


    "Porter, here''s a gift for you."


    Porter, walking with his head slightly lowered, looked up, saw the fabric in Kana''s hand, accepted it, and found it to be a cloak. His face broke into a delighted expression, and he quickly draped it over himself.


    He covered himself, and Porter immediately relaxed a lot.


    It was as if the gazes around him suddenly diminished greatly.


    He couldn''t help but thank, "Thank you, Kana, you truly are a considerate friend."


    Kana smiled and said no more.


    They returned to the courtyard.


    The servant responsible for taking care of them hurried to heat water and prepare clean clothes.


    After cleaning up, Kana dashed into his room.


    Before going in, he told Alyris, "If anyone comes looking for me, let them wait a bit, I don''t want to be disturbed now."


    Alyris nodded understandingly, knowing that His Highness the Prince had made a great discovery today and was very happy.


    In the courtyard, Porter asked Alyris, "Did you gain much today?"


    Porter, who had watched all along, was curious but didn''t inquire rashly.


    After all, Kana took her in, but she wasn''t familiar with either Kana or anyone else.


    Even the Round-eared Rat People still have some mouse traits.


    Cautious and timid.


    "His Highness is very pleased with the gains." Alyris didn''t speak directly, but gave a vague answer.


    Seeing Alyris not wanting to say much, Porter didn''t press further and instead started asking about Alyris''s experiences and life in this country.


    Her main profession was collecting and organizing information and experiences from various continents and countries.


    Alyris was quite happy to chat with Porter about this. She also took the opportunity to ask Porter about some external matters, as Alyris was very interested in the outside world.


    Especially since it was confirmed she would follow His Highness the Prince out.


    In the room.


    Kana eagerly rushed in, locked the door, and sat by the table.


    First, he picked up the space waist bag and carefully sorted through the gains inside.


    A silver Alchemy Shield, a very fine piece of equipment, waiting to be datafied once Magic Power is restored.


    9 Alchemy Ancient Coins, 90 Gold Coins, 900 Silver Coins.


    This was a significant amount of money, knowing that a warhorse costs only two Gold Coins, and a set of full knight plate armor plus inner armor is also two Gold Coins.


    Most forged standard Weapons range between several dozen Silver Coins to a Gold Coin.


    100 Copper Coins equal 1 Silver Coin, 100 Silver Coins equal 1 Gold Coin.


    The great decimal system.


    Although there were occasional fluctuations in exchange, they generally stayed at this level.


    As for Alchemy Ancient Coins, they mainly held collectible value, generally worth more than 10 Gold Coins each.


    Various Gemstones and several Alchemy Materials, these Kana couldn''t estimate well because they couldn''t be compared with game material prices here.


    After all, game materials are infinitely farmable, just requiring effort.


    But the effort for materials in the game and the effort needed to get these Alchemy Materials in reality is like comparing little to great.


    The things inside the brother''s tomb were all wealth in value, of course, excluding the Stone of Creation.


    In the tomb of the brother who actually built the monument, it could not be compared by wealth alone.


    A [Spherical Puppet].


    The foundation of the [Puppet Master] profession, the source of its development.


    An Alchemy Experiment Manual full of notes and records about the [Spherical Puppet], though the source of development, somewhat outdated with the times.


    Yet undeniably, it remains very useful and durable.


    A [Knowledge Crystal], a palm-sized pillar-like crystal.


    Passed down from the Ancient Alchemy Empire, a pricey thing still useful today.


    It can store knowledge inside the crystal, quickly absorbed by intelligent life, saving the tedious process of reading and memorization.


    In the game, players call it a [Skill Crystal].


    Without a doubt, this should contain the prerequisite knowledge for [Universal Artisan] creation, most of it being Alchemist knowledge.


    If in the game, it can probably be likened to the employment credential for the secondary profession [Alchemist].


    And a prerequisite to unlocking the hidden profession [Puppet Master].


    At least for Kana, this trip was a massive gain. S~ea??h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    But for him, the most important thing, the foundation of his existence was.


    The [Creation Stone Fragment (small)]


    This is the focus of everything.


    Kana looked at the small fragment in his palm, about the size of a thumb.


    He examined it closely, though broken and irregular, it still had two smooth facets.


    Based on this proportion and size, it should be a part of a triangular fragment.


    There are six Stones of Creation in total, each with a different shape.


    Sphere, triangular, cylindrical, diamond, cube, and cross star.


    One can collect fragments based on the characteristics they show, and gather these fragments together to create a complete Stone of Creation, perfectly demonstrating its true Effect.


    Of course, few people can accomplish this.


    Looking at the Creation Stone Fragment in his hand, Kana took a few deep breaths.


    Come on, it''s time to continue enhancing his "Golden Finger".


    Continue along the datafication path in the game.


    Since this is another world of the game.


    Let''s transform this otherworld into a real game.


    And the Stone of Creation, belonging to the world origin, is the best tool for transformation.

 Chapter 37 Detailed Explanation of the Stone of Creation

    Chapter 37 - 37 Detailed Explanation of the Stone of CreationKana''s mind couldn''t help but recall the rules one must understand to use the [Stone of Creation].


    The [Stone of Creation] is the management authority of this world; using this stone can alter the rules of this world.


    It can perform the "creation" of something from nothing.


    It can perform "transformation" based on imagination.


    It can perform "destruction" that disregards everything.


    According to the oldest legends and the definite information disclosed in the game''s background.


    "Magic Power" is the earliest widely accessible extraordinary power, sourced from a complete [Stone of Creation].


    And now, "Magic Power" has long been integrated into the world, becoming as ubiquitous as air.


    That "Magic Power" can be so universally used and become as omnipresent as air is not just the credit of one [Stone of Creation].


    According to statistics and research, there have been a total of three complete [Stones of Creation] that fundamentally structured the essence of "Magic Power."


    In countless years thereafter, many people have used the [Stone of Creation] to "transform" the existing "Magic Power" in various ways.


    So now, exactly how many [Stones of Creation] have been used for "creation" and "transformation" on the current "Magic Power" and related systems is no longer traceable.


    The [Stone of Creation] in the game is generally divided into three types, of different qualities.


    The effects of using different qualities and the influences they can have also vary greatly.


    [Creation Stone Fragment (Small)]


    Can appear within the body of an intelligent life form, capable of transforming the form of a single intelligent life form, making them a genius in the broad sense.


    For example, a genius in "Swordsmanship," a genius in "Magic," a genius in "Alchemy," etc.


    Used with a focus, it can bestow special talents on a single intelligent life form.


    For example, the ability to freely use fire, control the earth underfoot, or fly effortlessly in the sky.


    This kind of superpower-like thing.


    Besides humans, it can also be used on objects, creating "Legendary" level items or weapons that leave a legacy in history.


    But overall, this smallest [Creation Stone Fragment] is for singles, it can only be used on a single existence.


    [Creation Stone Shard (Large)]


    Does not appear within the body of an intelligent life form, can extend the changes made by the above fragments to multiple existences.


    That is, it can be used to change a whole race.


    Such examples have not been few from ancient times till now.


    For instance, as mentioned before, the "Child of the Sea" is a confirmed race that has used such a [Stone of Creation] in the game.


    Ratman are also suspected to have used the [Creation Stone Shard].


    There are definite cases known that not only intelligent life forms can use the [Stone of Creation].


    The [Stone of Creation] can be used by any creature in this world, it''s just that the emotions and will of intelligent life forms are more easily stimulated.


    [Stone of Creation (Complete)]


    Does not appear within the body of an intelligent life form.


    Truly has the ability to change the world''s rules and functions.


    When used on life, it can create a perfect race.


    When used on things, it can create perfect items.


    When used on nature, it can create changes that align with one''s wishes.


    It''s an existence that can truly be called a "Wishing Stone."


    Elves, Dwarves, Beastmen... etc., a series of powerful races have all used the [Stone of Creation]. S~ea??h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Among them, Elves have used multiple [Stones of Creation].


    Different from other works.


    In this world, Elves have always been dominant; the reason they haven''t conquered the world is mainly due to their relatively small population.


    Of course, humans are still the most numerous, although many races don''t want to admit it, one fact can be confirmed.


    The vast majority of humanoid races are transformed from humans using the [Stone of Creation].


    Which includes the Elves.


    In this world, humanoid races have always held an absolute dominance.


    Scholars divide intelligent races into two major categories.


    Humanoid and Non-human.


    The name says it all.


    Humanoid: Transformed from humans using the [Stone of Creation].


    Non-human: Transformed from non-humans using the [Stone of Creation].


    Of course, many people don''t admit it, many races don''t admit it, but it is a fact.


    Of all the information about the [Stone of Creation] learned, the most useful point.


    Also, a technique Kana must use.


    That is, "transformation" is less than "creation."


    But the cost of "transformation" is far less than that of "creation."


    The simplest example is the Golden Finger Kana currently uses.


    Datafication.


    Not only has he half-datafied himself, but he also possesses the ability to datafy weapons.


    The issue is that a [Creation Stone Fragment (Small)] can only change a single aspect of a single existence.


    Body datafication, weapon datafication.


    This is already two abilities, theoretically needing two fragments to achieve.


    Through Kana''s research and his understanding of the [Stone of Creation] in the game, and the thorough extensive research and usage plans on various forums.


    Came to this conclusion.


    Whether body or weapon, what Kana bestowed upon himself using the Stone of Creation is the ability of "datafication."


    "Datafication" is inherently a kind of "transformation" on the original object.


    While retaining the original ability of the object, it adds a little something extra.


    Whether it''s one''s own body or weapon, it applies equally.


    This usage technique exists in this world.


    For example, the ability to freely control fire.


    Such a change is actually based on the pre-existing foundations of "Magic Power" and "Fire Element."


    Thus enabling one to manipulate fire freely with just a small fragment; if he practices related to magic fire elements, it would be effortless.


    And Kana''s "datafication" is such a similar existence.


    This is also why, after the systemization of the extraordinary power of "Magic Power," many people will spontaneously use the [Stone of Creation] to "add bricks and tiles" to it.


    Looking at the [Creation Stone Fragment] in his hand.


    There are many options, Kana sorted his thoughts, listing the effects achievable with just a fragment. Prioritized from top to bottom.


    1: Experience Bar.


    Undoubtedly of utmost importance, the change for rapid growth.


    Items like Experience Stones exist, theoretically, an Experience Bar must exist.


    2: Skills.


    Equally high priority, learning a skill in the real world is extremely difficult, requiring a lot of time and effort.


    But once a skill is created, one can learn a standard "template" in the fastest way.


    With such a template, skills would become more flexible in the real world.


    3: Drop


    4: Instance


    Kana believes these cannot be done with just one fragment, so is temporarily not considering them.


    "Then, let''s try the Experience Bar first."

 Chapter 38 Experience Bar

    Chapter 38 - 38 Experience BarFailed.


    Undoubtedly failed.


    The Stone of Creation rejected its own change.


    As a life form that has already used the Stone of Creation, compared to someone who has never used it. Kana could more easily understand the Stone of Creation''s meaning and make subtle variations in its use.


    When he expressed the concept of "experience bar," he clearly felt the stone''s rejection.


    Rather than the stone''s rejection, it''s better to say it''s the world''s rejection.


    The world rejects the creation of something like "experience bars."


    Kana reflected on his own setting of the experience bar.


    Engage in "monster slaying" behavior¡ªgain "experience"¡ªgrow yourself¡ª"level up."


    Thinking carefully, if applied in reality, this is undoubtedly a very "evil" form of expression.


    Upon examining its essence, it is fundamentally a "plundering" of other life forms.


    Kana thought about it and blurred this setting.


    The [Stone of Creation] can automatically complete beneficial changes when the user provides a certain direction.


    The vast majority of people generally use the [Stone of Creation] in this way.


    He blurred the setting of the experience bar to:


    Through "monster slaying"¡ªgain "growth"


    This condition is met, but the form of expression is too strange.


    "Monster slaying" became a form of training.


    "Experience bar" became an accelerant that quickly converts training into strength.


    This wasn''t the effect Kana wanted.


    His datafication body now can already achieve this effect.


    After reflecting for a while, Kana had to admit.


    The "experience bar" he imagined and presented in the game is essentially "plunder."


    A "plundering" of other life forms.


    Yet he also had to admit, this is the foundation of his concept.


    What to do?


    Should he give up on this path and shift focus to datafication?


    Kana pondered deeply.


    He looked at the big pile of harvest on the table.


    He saw the "Experience Stone."


    It was precisely because he indeed obtained this thing in reality that he believed the "experience bar" was feasible.


    But reality gave him a slap in the face.


    Picked it up and held it in his hand.


    [Inscription Stone]


    [Material¡ªCrystal¡ªLegendary]


    [Evaluation: An object left behind by an intruder from outside the world when it was eliminated. Condensed by the world as a reward.]


    In the game, this is a consumable, not a material.


    It can be consumed to gain experience.


    Widely used to start small accounts.


    Seeing this evaluation, Kana suddenly stood still.


    "Hiss~ wait, could it be like this?"


    The object of "experience" acquisition set by Kana was not aimed accurately.


    Because the [Stone of Creation] is of this world, changing its default is the world''s rule.


    The object of "experience" generation is undoubtedly all things in this world.


    Thinking carefully, if really applied to reality, what would be the thing that turns into "experience"?


    Life? Honestly, it''s not enough.


    It could be used to strengthen the body, but the growth of power is not just as simple as the body.


    Soul? This feels very fitting.


    The normal operation of the soul is the basis of the world; Kana''s "experience" setting is like destroying the most basic operation of the world.


    Using the world''s items to destroy the world and still letting the world use it itself.


    Just thinking about it is ridiculous.


    Kana revised it again.


    He redefined an object for "experience" acquisition¡ª"intruders."


    Wait, am I an intruder?


    Kana suddenly got a fright, after all, he came through transmigration, though it was soul transmigration.


    After thinking for a moment, he felt he was scaring himself, because he had already used the [Stone of Creation].


    This thing could only be used by creatures from this world; even if Kana wasn''t before, after using it, he was.


    He felt at ease.


    When this setting was created, the [Stone of Creation] provided feedback.


    Feasible, extremely feasible.


    It didn''t even need to use the [Creation Stone Fragment], just randomly make other changes, and the leftover scraps were enough to complete Kana''s previous setting.


    Uh...


    Not sure if it''s an illusion, but it feels like the world is very pleased.


    In any case, this is a good thing.


    Since "experience" can only be generated in this way, then prioritize skills.


    Nevertheless, the [Creation Stone Fragment] he had couldn''t truly exhibit effects like in the game.


    He still found a loophole, using his previous datafication weapon and datafication body method.


    Performed in-depth datafication of himself, which means datafication of his own "skills."


    Thus adding his experience acquisition setting for "intruders."


    The energy of the [Creation Stone Fragment] has been arranged clearly by him.


    He took a deep breath.


    Kana closed his eyes, holding the fragment steadily in his palm, clasping his hands together.


    Raising the hands holding the fragment above his head.


    Emptying thoughts, the setting he wanted to achieve kept circling in his mind.


    The gaps between the clasped fingers started to emit light.


    The stone dissipated like a liquid, merging into Kana''s body.


    Using the [Creation Stone Fragment] once more, compared to the last exhibition in a desperate situation, this time Kana''s perception was very clear.


    He soon opened his eyes.


    He could clearly feel the stone had been used, and the change he wanted had been fulfilled.


    He took a deep breath.


    Attributes.


    [Character: Kana Safro Sat]


    [Level: 2]


    [Experience: 51/600]


    [Status: Normal]


    [Blood Volume: 16/16]


    [Magic Power: 6/12]


    [Constitution: 8]


    [Agility: 6]


    [Spirit: 6]


    [Evaluation: You can already be called a Knight.]


    The attributes didn''t change from before, but an item was added.


    [Experience].


    Perhaps due to his subconsciousness, the amount of experience acquired was the same as when he played games.


    But why is there 51 experience points?


    When such thoughts appeared, he understood why.


    Quite simply, the [Experience] displayed on the attribute panel


    can be compared to a kind of growth progress bar.


    Defeating "intruders" can gain progress bar "experience," but normal training can''t contribute?


    So normal training also grows this progress bar, meaning training can gain "experience."


    Very reasonable, very close to reality.


    Kana nodded with some satisfaction.


    He looked at the [Inscription Stone] placed in front of him.


    [Level 3 Inscription Stone]


    [Consumable¡ªOrdinary Crystal¡ªLegendary]


    [Effect: Gain 500 experience after use.]


    [Evaluation: An object left behind by an intruder from outside the world when it was eliminated. Condensed by the world as a reward.]


    It changed, becoming the same as in the game.


    And it could instantly grant 500 experience, of course, based on the gaming experience.


    That''s because his current level is only Level Two, but this Experience Stone is Level Three.


    Using a high-level Experience Stone at a lower level will grant enhanced experience, similarly, using a low-level Experience Stone at a higher level will result in attenuation.


    Just like gaining experience by defeating monsters in the game.


    Gaining experience by defeating higher-level monsters, while higher-level defeating lower-level monsters results in experience reduction.


    No reason to hesitate, just use it directly.


    The Inscription Stone dissipated, turning into something like flowing sand, merging into his body.


    The energy''s integration into the body was very noticeable, Kana could clearly feel the change in his constitution.


    [Experience: 551/600]


    Great, about to level up, this feeling¡ªawesome!


    Kana recovered a bit of the feeling from the game, his mood suddenly brightened.


    Personal Attribute Panel.


    One more page was added.


    Next to [Attributes], added a [Skills] tab.


    Clicked open.


    Sure enough, the changes he wanted to see appeared. sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

 Chapter 39 Skills Page

    Chapter 39 - 39 Skills Page[Kana Safro Sat]


    [Passive Skills: Creation Radiance, Soul Resilience, Polymath, Dark Vision, Bloody Discrimination]


    [Creation Radiance: For those who have used the Stone of Creation, the Stone of Creation will shimmer radiantly before you, making it easier for you to use it.]


    [Soul Resilience: Your soul is different from ordinary people, more resilient. All abilities related to the soul will be enhanced, and all attacks targeting the soul will be weakened.]


    [Polymath: Your mind contains a wealth of knowledge and insights, enough to be considered erudite. You will find it easier to recall the knowledge you have learned, as well as to learn new knowledge.]


    [Dark Vision: Your body is different from ordinary people and has extraordinary lineage. In the darkness, you can clearly see your surrounding environment.]


    [Bloody Discrimination: Your body is different from ordinary people, having an extraordinary lineage. You can clearly distinguish blood and obtain information from the scent of blood.]


    ¡ª¡ª¡ª¡ª¡ª¡ª


    [Active Skills: Blood Magic, Archery, Swordsmanship.]


    [Blood Magic]


    [Skill Level: Apprenticeship (0/100)]


    [Special Effect: Spend magic power to manipulate liquids that can be considered blood.]


    [Introduction: A unique power formed by "blood" and "magic," transformed by the influence of the Stone of Creation.]


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    [Skill Level: Mastery (264/2000)]


    [Special Effect: Any skill related to archery will receive a one-level bonus.]


    [Introduction: Renowned archery, even among Elves.]


    [Swordsmanship]


    [Skill Level: Mastery (1296/2000)]


    [Special Effect: Any skill related to swordsmanship will receive a one-level bonus.]


    [Introduction: Enough to secure a place within the Sword Saint Tribe of Beastmen.]


    Kana looked at this brand-new page related to skills.


    Just like in a game, it is divided into passive and active.


    Passive means it takes effect automatically, with no skill level increase possible.


    Active requires active release, and long-term use will increase its skill level.


    Although slightly different from a game, after all, this is just a skill system, not a profession system.


    In the game, skills and the profession system are bound together. The reason for not doing it all at once and building a profession system is that a single Creation Stone Fragment is clearly insufficient to directly construct a profession system.


    Of course, there are some adjustments based on reality, but generally, they are similar.


    Like the skill level.


    They are roughly divided into 5 levels, from easy to difficult:


    Apprenticeship, Mastery, Proficiency, Master, Grandmaster.


    And looking at this skill set, the Blood Magic I previously could neither use nor grasp has now directly manifested.


    Slowly raising his hands, he could feel the flow of magic power, veins bulging on his arms, distinct and visible.


    And on the skill bar, the skill level also increased a bit.


    After experimenting with various skills, Kana had an idea.


    It feels easier to use than before without a skill page, or is it more firmly grasped?


    An indescribable experience, only to be felt personally.


    This time''s gains are extremely important in every sense.


    Now it''s time to organize these final, relatively less important gains.


    Kana looked at the pile of items on the table.


    Picked up the Space Waist Bag and loaded various alchemy materials into it, these alchemy materials and some alchemical tools are temporarily unusable.


    But they are surely a way to rapidly strengthen one''s abilities.


    At this point, only the Knowledge Crystal, Silver Round Shield, and Metal Sphere were left on the table.


    First, Kana picked up the Knowledge Crystal and infused it with the little remaining magic power in his body.


    It can only be said that it is indeed a crystal, preserved very well.


    As magic power poured in, the crystal emitted a faint radiance, and the knowledge within flowed into Kana''s mind along with the magic power.


    However, this knowledge is merely knowledge, and Kana would not instantly learn it but rather remember it.


    He wouldn''t... hmm?


    He seemed to understand some of it? Logically, it shouldn''t be like this.


    As the basic knowledge related to alchemy entered his mind.


    Kana opened his eyes, looking at the now dim crystal in his hand, it was already useless.


    He opened his skill bar.


    Sure enough, a new skill had been added under active skills.


    [Basic Alchemy - Metal]


    [Skill Level: Apprenticeship (0/100)]


    [Special Effect: Able to perform magic alchemy on metallic items, creating them with "magic transformation."]


    [Introduction: The metal alchemy school within alchemy is the foundational skill of all schools related to metal.]


    This skill, if it were in the game, would be categorized under the Secondary Profession System.


    If selected when there is no profession and secondary profession system, all skills were grouped together.


    But in any case, by directly using the Knowledge Crystal, I could directly use it.


    Based on the normal circumstances in reality, it''s impossible for such a thing to occur, the Knowledge Crystal merely embeds the knowledge into the brain.


    Especially this kind of knowledge that requires hands-on practice, it needs to be practiced step by step to be considered learned.


    Now with the skill system, this knowledge was directly studied in the simplest way.


    This means Kana can now directly take action, even though there is a high possibility of errors and failures.


    But in such errors and failures, his skill level will rapidly increase.


    Compared to an actual Alchemy Apprentice, his progress will increase by tenfold or even dozens of times.


    With only a little magic power left, Kana looked at the remaining shield and metal sphere.


    He could only wait for his magic power to recover tomorrow before datafying them.


    There is also the Puppet Master''s experimental manual.


    Time is needed to learn it, after all, this does not include a Knowledge Crystal.


    Blood Magic, Alchemy, Puppets.


    So busy, not to mention the fact that I''m currently not safe.


    Rein and Kecha returned to the front line last night. If nothing unexpected happens, Blake is likely to be sent to the front line as well.


    After all, Blake is a Level Three Knight. Having him by Kana''s side is truly a waste; the front lines need someone with such competence.


    If Blake is called to the front, it indicates the front line is in a dire situation.


    Will the Count consider my opinion?


    Honestly speaking, Kana is a little worried, primarily because of his status.


    He is, after all, the Fourth Prince of the royal family, and in the eyes of most nobles, a seemingly worthless prince.


    In such a crisis situation, the Count cannot possibly trust him, or trust him entirely.


    However, his actions in the past few days should reach the Count''s ears, which might at least slightly alter the Count''s perception.


    The outcome Kana could accept would be the Count giving him a certain degree of autonomy, at least allocating some manpower to build rafts.


    He''s not hoping to command the entire town.


    Given the time, if the frontline becomes unfavorable, the Count will likely start retreating while fighting, continuously pulling back the defense line.


    Eventually, a major battle will be fought in front of Riverbend Town.


    It is foreseeable that, within a few days, small squads of Blood Race reconnaissance units will begin to roam around the town and its surrounding area.


    The Blood Race loves to use a combination of two Ghouls and one giant bat, dispersing numerous such reconnaissance teams throughout various regions.


    Interceptions are impossible, and these reconnaissance teams will wreak havoc on everything they encounter.


    Looking at the experience bar, just a bit more to level up.


    Kana decided to continue his training.


    As for more Void creatures or external intruders.


    These are issues to consider later; the most immediate threat now is the Blood Race right in front of him.

 Chapter 40: Tensions Rise

    Chapter 40 - 40: Tensions RiseEarly morning.


    Blake arrived early at the courtyard where Kana and the others were resting.


    "This is the Count''s reply."


    Kana took it but did not check immediately; instead, she looked at Blake: "Do you have something to say?"


    After all, there was no need for Blake to deliver a reply.


    Blake nodded, stood straight, tapped his right hand on his chest, and performed a knight''s salute.


    "Sorry, Your Highness, I may have to return to Lake City; the situation at the front line is somewhat tense.


    I''ve received orders from the Count; I need to go there to fight and can no longer protect your safety."


    Beside him, Alyris glanced at him, thinking: I am the Guardian Knight of His Highness.


    "Is that so? Then be sure to stay safe. As for my safety, don''t worry, we are still far from the front line."


    Upon hearing Kana''s words, Blake nodded, looked at Alyris, and finally said: "I''ll leave His Highness''s safety to you."


    I am the Guardian Knight of His Highness! No need for your input!


    Alyris shouted internally, but as she disliked arguing, her words turned into, "I will."


    Damn it! Alyris, you should have strongly refuted him! She was dissatisfied with her own response.


    Blake bid farewell and departed.


    Only two people and one mouse remained in the courtyard.


    As for the mouse, it was sitting on the stone table in the courtyard, silently eating.


    "Are you guys at war?" Bobo asked.


    She just heard Blake''s words; it sounded like a war was underway, and moreover, the war didn''t seem optimistic.


    "That''s right, we are being driven out of our own country with almost no hope of victory."


    Upon hearing this, Bobo quickly jumped down and rushed over to ask anxiously, "Did something happen? Why hadn''t I heard about it before?"


    If such a major thing happened in this country, even if she was on a ship at the port, she should have heard about it.


    After all, she couldn''t disembark, but those sailors could.


    She had been taken into the woods only for about a month.


    In such a short time, did this country undergo such earth-shattering changes?


    "This country gave birth to a new Race¡ªBlood Race, an undoubtedly evil Dark Race.


    Apart from my uncle¡ªthe Count''s Lake City, all cities have fallen, and a large number of refugees are fleeing to the Cohen Kingdom."


    Kana briefly explained.


    Bobo opened her eyes wide in shock; it had only been a month, and how did such terrifying things happen all of a sudden?


    She couldn''t help but ask, "An evil race? And it overturned the entire country? Then why not seek the help of the Holy Light Church?


    They should be quite willing to address these issues, right?"


    Hearing this, Kana glanced at her, silently saying, "You should have simply understood this country, it''s extremely averse to non-native organizations.


    Almost no organization or force is allowed to enter this country, and this naturally includes the Holy Light Church."


    Bobo then nodded, as if realizing that''s how it was.


    "Then can we seek help from the church in the Cohen Kingdom? In matters of combating evil, I believe they will ignore past grievances."


    Although that''s what one would say, realistically, there''re always certain issues.


    Kana went back to the room, took out a map, set it on the stone table, and explained to Bobo and Alyris.


    Also to organize his own thoughts.


    "See, only near the mountain range here and this gorge to the left are still under our control.


    The rest has swiftly been taken over by the Blood Race."


    "Is this so-called Blood Race that powerful?" Bobo was a bit puzzled, given it was such a short period.


    She didn''t know the Blood Race was precisely the nation''s nobles.


    Kana didn''t explain and continued.


    "The area bordering Cohen Kingdom and Safro Kingdom actually only has this gorge to the west, where there''s a fortress for defense.


    The rest of this vast region, including the area near the mountains, Cohen Kingdom hasn''t effectively developed it, and it''s still mostly wild.


    Only scattered residents live here, and more are wild animals."


    Listening to Kana''s account, someone like Bobo who understood the outside world roughly got the point.


    Most of the world was in this kind of situation.


    "So, the church''s influence in Cohen Kingdom is mostly distributed in their country''s west?


    And the crisis exploded too quickly, by the time these refugees get there, by the time the church hears the news, it might be more than half a month, even a month later.


    The church still needs to gather manpower to send messages; when the main force comes for support, it''ll be at least two months after the crisis broke out."


    Based on the map and Kana''s info, knowledgeable about the church, Bobo gave a reasonable prediction.


    Kana nodded: "That''s right, and now do you know how long it''s been since the crisis broke out?


    About two weeks, but you have seen it; after two weeks the problem is more exaggerated than we imagined.


    After another half month, I think we''ll either die here, or we''ll have to escape this country.


    Most refugees might only now be passing through the gorge fortress to enter Cohen Kingdom."


    After hearing Kana''s account, Bobo was even more puzzled.


    She looked at Kana in confusion and then glanced around. S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    "And what about this town? Why is it still so peaceful?


    They should be urgently fleeing now, otherwise, they won''t get away when the time comes."


    That''s how it should be, but unfortunately, Bobo was in the perspective of an observer, guided specifically by Kana.


    Those involved, due to all sorts of issues, couldn''t make such precise judgments.


    For instance, the Count had attempted to overestimate the Blood Race''s prowess, given he himself was a royal member.


    But he still underestimated it.


    Moreover, since learning of this, the Count had been preparing in his territory for this moment.


    He didn''t want to be simply and easily chased out; he wanted to hold onto a region.


    After all that preparation over the years, and yet it barely lasted a month when the real battle began, it was inconceivable to him now.


    Thinking of this, Kana opened the envelope in hand, reading the information inside.


    After reading the letter''s info, Kana couldn''t help but breathe a sigh of relief.


    Although it didn''t provide the manpower and authority he requested, it at least met Kana''s most basic expectations.


    The letter stated.


    Permitting Kana to lead and recruit a squad of 10 soldiers, with their pay and logistics supplied by the town.


    Permitting Kana to recruit a certain number of villagers and craftsmen for boat and raft construction.


    But the recruited personnel can''t exceed 30.


    Pay and supplies to be similarly provided by the town.


    Though far from the requirements Kana specified in the letter, it was better than nothing, and for Kana''s plans, it was sufficient.


    No surprise, Jonel should already be prepared.


    "Let''s go to the military camp."


    Kana led Alyris and Bobo.


    Jonel indeed had been waiting here for quite some time, having received clear orders.


    "The soldiers who acted with us last time, I want them. Plus, one George, you don''t mind, do you?"


    Upon Kana''s words, Jonel nodded. Adding just one Hunter wouldn''t cause him to object over such a trivial matter.


    "As for manpower for work, call over those two shipwrights first."

 Chapter 41: Camping Downstream

    Chapter 41 - 41: Camping DownstreamThe soldiers who followed them to hunt rats were selected, and ten of them are now waiting inside the camp.


    George was also called over, and judging by his attire, he seemed to be ready to go hunting.


    The two carpenters had also arrived before Kana.


    Kana didn''t waste time, and directly placed the map in front of them, pointing at a certain stage along the river and said.


    "I''ve observed that starting here, there are no waterfalls or overly rapid currents.


    We can practically float smoothly towards the estuary. Starting from here by raft, can safety be ensured?"


    The two carpenters looked at the map, and the younger one seemed confused, as he wasn''t sure if Kana''s statement was correct.


    The older carpenter clearly knew the situation better, glanced at the map, and nodded: "Your judgment is correct, sir."


    Then he drew a big circle around the area: "There''s quite a lot of forest in this area, the wood for constructing rafts is definitely plentiful, and we can source materials locally.


    This way, we won''t need any craftsmen, just strong people, and we can build enough rafts in a short time."


    The experienced carpenter already had a certain process and idea in his mind.


    As for the difficulty of building a raft, it''s not troublesome for them; building a raft poses no challenge?


    By directing some untrained people, they''re confident they can construct sufficiently solid rafts, at least enough to float to the estuary without issue.


    Since this is Kana''s requirement, they only need the rafts to reach the estuary.


    With this clear answer, Kana nodded, such assurance was enough.


    "Now you two can go recruit workers, with a quota of 30 people, fill it up for me.


    Being from a small town, I believe you can recruit people strong enough, and diligent enough in their work."


    Just after saying that, he added: "Oh, and tell them we''ll stay there for half a month.


    As for wages, an additional twenty percent higher than usual."


    Anyway, the wages aren''t coming out of their pocket.


    The two nodded and quickly left to recruit workers outside.


    Though the job wasn''t difficult, their working target was a prince.


    With things settled here, Kana turned to the soldiers, thought for a moment, and called out two soldiers.


    Then he spoke to Alyris, "You should have learned how to set up camp, right?"


    Alyris nodded, as the training for knights involves many more professional knowledge and skills compared to soldiers.


    "That''s good." After saying this, Kana looked at Jonel: "Could you please prepare the supplies for a camp of 50 people, and enough food to sustain us for a month?"


    "Uh, didn''t you say we''d only stay for half a month?"


    "What if there are any emergencies? Preparing for a month is never a problem."


    Jonel shook his head helplessly, fortunately, the small town had long been well-stocked with all sorts of supplies, making this not such a difficult matter.


    "George, go find another skilled hunter, and you two will be responsible for reconnaissance around the camp."


    George nodded excitedly, being young, it was clear he''d be working for the prince for a while.


    He rushed out impatiently.


    Kana also gathered a few people and went with Jonel to get some supplies.


    ...


    A few hours later, everything was ready.


    A convoy had gathered at the town entrance, while many idle townsfolk watched and chatted around.


    Thirty laborers recruited from the town, two carpenters.


    Ten expert semi-armored soldiers, two hunters.


    Kana and his companion plus a rat.


    The convoy had a total of 47 people.


    Under Kana''s "persuasion," the two warhorses they arrived with at the town were taken by him as well.


    Additionally, he specifically requested a mule for pulling carts, originally hoped for two cows to handle transportation but only managed to obtain one. S~ea??h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    This way, they acquired three horses and a cow.


    One cattle cart, one horse cart.


    Once everything was ready, Kana waved goodbye to Jonel with a smile.


    Jonel, expressionless, watched Kana and the others leave.


    Recalling what Kana said before leaving: "It''s time to organize night patrols."


    He also informed him about the configuration and weaknesses of the Blood Race scouting teams and things to keep an eye on.


    Being a seasoned knight, Jonel knew the situation now was far from optimistic.


    ...


    The location Kana had in mind was about 20 li downstream from the town.


    In reality, he had certainly never been here, but in the game, he was quite familiar.


    During earlier discussions, he already confirmed that the terrain in the game and reality had almost no major differences.


    Though he only knew this place was good, deciding where exactly to camp or build wasn''t his call.


    But barely after traveling 20 li along the river, still a distance away from their destination.


    The three felt something.


    Kana sensed a distinct liveliness.


    Riding alongside him on horseback was Alyris, and Bobo on the goods in the horse cart also sensed it.


    Unlike Kana and Alyris''s lack of understanding.


    Bobo was clearly well aware of what this feeling meant, said excitedly, "Here, starting from here, the magic has become active."


    Speaking this, Bobo extended her paw and snapped her fingers.


    A small flame ignited in her hand.


    Magic¡ªTrick.


    This scene startled the soldiers around and the workers following the convoy.


    Kana quickly grasped the reason.


    Because they were approaching the edge of the border, nearing the mountains.


    As previously mentioned, the scarcity of magic power in Safro Kingdom had its reasons, not naturally occurring.


    Almost the entire country''s magic was gathered underground, congregating at the Royal Capital.


    The Royal Capital itself was built upon the magic node of this region.


    The progenitor of the Blood Race, who created the race, was a powerful mage, leading a mage family.


    Gathering there was mainly meant for research to improve the Blood Race.


    But there''s a limit to how much magic such nodes can influence and extract, moving closer to the mountains was gradually leaving the borders of the country, hence magic began to recover.


    Kana could also feel that the magic within himself, that normally wouldn''t even replenish 5 points in a day, was now accelerating its recovery.


    Thinking of this, Kana shouted loudly, "Stay alert, here it isn''t as safe."


    Since magic was no longer scarce, various creatures appearing due to increased magic concentrations might start showing up.


    Fortunately, they''re still relatively close to the magic-depleted area; although magic is increasing here, creatures favoring naturally active magic areas wouldn''t come so close to the edge.


    They soon arrived at the planned destination.


    The two carpenters, along with Alyris, wandered along the riverbank for quite a while before settling on a fairly suitable location for camping.


    Once everything was prepared, work began.


    First to construct the camp.


    "George, you two take five soldiers and scout around, ensure the situation within a 3 li radius is clear."


    George nodded, and along with his friend, chose a few soldiers he knew and quickly departed.


    "Alyris, follow the military camp standards to build, if possible, construct a few small watchtowers.


    Also, encircle with a wooden wall, it''s not very safe here."

 Chapter 42 Blood Magic

    Chapter 42 - 42 Blood MagicOnce said.


    Most regions of the Safro Kingdom are barren of Magic Power, creating a relatively safe environment for ordinary civilians.


    This greatly reduced the level of danger in the wilderness.


    At this time, they were already downstream of the Widder River, near the mountains, away from the Magic Power barren areas.


    Magic Power began to return to normal levels, and naturally, most of the various threats that would appear on the continent would also appear here.


    Not to mention, this was originally an unexplored area, filled with various dangerous creatures.


    So Kana was well aware of this and didn''t let the team continue downstream in search of a better area. Even if there was a better place to build a camp or construct rafts.


    Right at the edge of this Magic Power restoring area, just building a camp here would greatly reduce the degree of danger.


    There are only so many people, even losing one person, or even injury to one here would be a significant loss.


    Any danger could easily slow down progress.


    The ones who followed were truly residents from Riverbend Town, most had been soldiers, even those who hadn''t, had undergone training with them.


    Under Alyris''s command and with the assistance of a few old soldiers, a simple camp was quickly set up.


    As for the wooden walls and crude watchtower that Kana mentioned, those couldn''t be completed in a day.


    Since they didn''t set out early, just as the camp was set up, night had already fallen.


    "Owoooo!"


    Far away, the sound of wolves howling could be heard.


    "Damn, we won''t be attacked by wolves at night, will we?" a recruited laborer, sitting by the campfire, couldn''t help but say.


    Several laborers around also looked a bit worried.


    "Don''t worry," said one laborer, pointing outside the camp: "We have soldiers on patrol. They come by, and it''s just nice to add to the meal."


    "Hahaha, it''d better be you who gets snapped up first."


    With the camp set up, the patrol shifts had already been arranged.


    George, not far away, said: "We have dozens of people here, those wolves would have to be out of their minds.


    Otherwise, they wouldn''t approach here even if they starved to death."


    The others echoed in agreement.


    Because this was indeed the case.


    At the largest tent entrance in the camp, Bobo couldn''t help but say: "That''s within your borders, but here Magic Power has already risen.


    Even if those wolves don''t dare to come, there will always be some annoying things to harass us."


    "That''s why I didn''t go deeper, right?" Kana said with a smile beside him.


    He certainly didn''t think this place was absolutely safe, but at least it could avoid real, unsolvable dangers.


    "Here, it feels easier to control that blood, Blood Magic?"


    "Blood Magic," Kana corrected.


    "Yes, Blood Magic," Alyris said spreading out her palm.


    A ball of blood indeed rolled in her palm, though it wasn''t human blood.


    It was from a rabbit that George had hunted down when scouting the area.


    "The concentration of Magic Power is higher here, all power related to Magic Power becomes smoother here."


    After Bobo said that, he could not help but look at the blood ball in Alyris''s palm: "I have never seen magic that can manipulate blood before. It looks somewhat evil.


    If dealing with people from outside, such power should not be displayed freely."


    Manipulating blood, however you look at it, seems like an Evil Spell.


    "Heh, don''t worry, Blood Magic is only useful for attack and self-enhancement, it has no other use. It''s not versatile," Kana said.


    This mention of not versatile was only in reference to those who hadn''t been transformed into the Blood Race, but could still manipulate Blood Magic.


    If fully transformed into the Blood Race, then Blood Magic could display many wondrous uses.


    After all, with loss comes gain.


    Moreover, this ability is likely to be greatly enhanced in the future.


    "How can I become more powerful?" Alyris asked as she controlled the blood to seep into the soil.


    After all, she had only truly awakened Blood Magic for a few days and had no idea how to utilize this power.


    Although she trained every day, all she knew to do was open wounds and pull out blood, making enemies bleed uncontrollably quickly.


    Upon hearing Alyris''s question, Kana took the opportunity to say: "It depends on your ideas."


    After saying that, he spread his palms: "For us, this power has two uses."


    Kana''s arm skin turned red, his veins became prominent, the entire hand became somewhat hideous.


    "Control the blood within your own body, thus enhancing your physical strength. Of course, it not only consumes Magic but also causes one to fall into a certain fatigue after use."


    Alyris and Bobo looked at Kana in surprise, not knowing when Kana had mastered Blood Magic.


    "Don''t be surprised, I was originally with such potential, wasn''t I?"


    After saying that, Kana continued to demonstrate: "Or specialize in controlling others'' blood, a small wound would suffice to let the enemy bleed continuously.


    And control the enemy''s blood, to attack themselves."


    In the game, these are the two schools of the Blood Knight.


    "Of course, both can be combined, but you should specialize in one area first, shouldn''t you?


    But for you, perhaps both could advance together, you have such potential." Kana said to Alyris.


    Controlling others'' blood is simple, Alyris could instinctively do so after her awakening.


    Strengthening her own body is relatively challenging, requiring trial and error, but it''s not too difficult for Alyris. After all, she has also trained her physical power to the current peak of a Knight.


    Listening to Kana''s explanation, Alyris seemed to understand.


    Kana never expected his talent in this aspect to be able to match Alyris.


    In the game, Alyris played as a Blood Knight from start to end.


    In the plot and background, she was also the strongest in that profession.


    As for himself now, though the talent might not be sufficient, he had the Skill System.


    As long as he practiced often, even without talent, he could smoothly execute the skills from the game.


    Not to mention, he knew the development direction of the Blood Knight skills, various advantages allowing him to at least be on par with Alyris.


    Moreover, in reality, it was impossible to be limited to one profession like in the game.


    Learning only the combat skills of one''s profession was unnecessary.


    It wouldn''t obstruct him from merging multiple complementary professions together.


    At least with the Skill System, Kana was completely confident, at least to merge 2-3 professions together.


    By then, if not legendary, at least it would be a Hero Panel.


    He had such confidence.


    As night fully set in, everyone got into their respective tents, leaving only the watchers to remain vigilant around the camp.


    Kana lay in the tent, looking at his Magic Power.


    [9/12]


    No doubt, in an area where Magic Power had returned to normal, his own Magic recovery had sped up.


    By tomorrow morning, he should have enough Magic to datafy the previous Shield and Sphere.


    He couldn''t wait.


    "Your Highness, here you go." As he prepared to rest, Alyris returned the Space Waist Bag to Kana. S§×ar?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    Kana took it, winking at Alyris with a smile: "How is it? Does it meet your expectations?"


    "Yes, it''s very interesting," Alyris smiled shyly and returned to the tent next to Kana''s.


    Kana himself returned inside the tent to rest.

 Chapter 43: Peering Outside the Camp

    Chapter 43 - 43: Peering Outside the CampMorning.


    Kana crawled out of his tent.


    He stretched lazily in the morning breeze.


    It must be said that camping in the wild is far worse than resting in a small town.


    But compared to the initial journey when he just crossed over and had to flee all the way here, it was much better.


    The camp was already bustling.


    The dozens of laborers recruited had been assigned to start cutting down trees around.


    Suitable trees were used to build large rafts, while unsuitable scraps were used to enclose the camp and erect two watchtowers.


    Kana looked at his fully recovered magic power.


    Eagerly, he took out the alchemy shield from his space waist bag.


    He looked at the small round shield in his hand and directly datafied it.


    Magic power surged from his body, covering the round shield following the palm of his hand.


    "Hmm, the consumption doubled?"


    Kana felt that the consumption of his magic power was twice as much as before when datafying.


    Based on his previous guesses, he could basically confirm that the alchemy round shield in his hand was a piece of equipment above ordinary level.


    After datafication was complete, he only had a pitiful two points of magic power left.


    However, the magic power concentration was relatively high here, and it should be fully recovered tomorrow if he didn''t use any magic power today.


    He turned his attention back to the shield.


    [Transformable Alchemy Shield]


    [Silver Shield¡ªShield¡ªMagic]


    [Attributes: Tough, Lightweight, Anti-Magic]


    [Special Effect: Transformation, Vibration Rebound.]


    [Transformation: Infuses magic power, and the shield''s shape can change at will.]


    [Vibration Rebound: Infuses magic power, able to vibrate and rebound an incoming attack. The higher the attack strength, the more magic power required; there is a limit.]


    [Evaluation: Ancient alchemy product, although quite good, it''s still an antique. More valuable as a collection than on the battlefield.]


    Kana automatically ignored the evaluation; what he needed was practicality.


    And as he expected, this piece of equipment was indeed a magic equipment, one level higher than ordinary equipment.


    It directly caused his magic power during datafication to double.


    Kana clasped the shield on his left hand, and the structure below the shield instantly retracted, securely fastening onto his hand.


    He controlled his magic power and infused it into the shield.


    The surface of the shield immediately changed, transforming from a round shield into a diamond shield, and finally becoming elongated, covering the entire arm.


    Kana was very satisfied, not to underestimate this transformation.


    In games, there were also such pieces of equipment, which were of course much better than the antiquity in Kana''s hand.


    But essentially there was no difference.


    Following his will, a sharp spike extended from the back of Kana''s hand.


    It could even temporarily serve as a weapon.


    Of course, what truly was used was the second skill, which players often used and were very familiar with¡ªparry reflect.


    Moreover, it was a vibration parry reflect; as the enemy''s weapon struck, magic power was infused, and with suitable parry techniques, it could even disarm the enemy by vibrationally dislodging their weapon from their hands.


    And this shield had an additional function, which was the extra entry in its attributes section.


    Anti-Magic, the metal used in its construction had some anti-magic effect, effectively defending against some low-level elemental magic.


    Anyway, this shield could definitely be considered an upper-medium existence within the same level, very practical.


    Kana originally wanted to continue to spend magic power to datafy the spherical puppet, but it seemed impossible for today.


    He looked up.


    He saw Alyris and Bobo not far away.


    Bobo seemed to be studying the surrounding vegetation, occasionally chatting with Alyris.


    Seeing this, Kana did not disturb them and took the experimental manual out of his space waist bag, reading it while he began training around the camp. S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    He still needed 30 experience points to reach level three, and with a bit of effort, he should be able to break through today or tomorrow.


    At that time, he could directly increase his attribute value by five points, which would be extremely satisfying.


    By the way, learning the experimental manual would allow him to acquire a new skill, otherwise, it would be awkward if he datafied the spherical puppet but couldn''t control it.


    The surrounding soldiers and townspeople glanced at the prince''s eccentric behavior, chatted a bit strangely, but then paid no attention.


    ...


    In the afternoon, Kana was by the riverside, conducting a simple wash to rid himself of the sweat from his intense training.


    Alyris and George walked over quickly.


    "What''s wrong?" Kana stood up and shook the water droplets off his hands.


    George hurriedly said, "There''s something spying on the camp."


    Upon hearing this, Kana frowned, "What creature?"


    To his surprise, George shook his head, "We found its traces, saw a vague silhouette from afar but didn''t see what kind of creature it was specifically.


    It might be some kind of animal."


    George, eager to learn, knew through yesterday''s communication that this area might be different from the forest he often hunted in.


    According to that big white mouse, this place is much more dangerous, and there are many strange creatures.


    If it had been before, George would have assumed it was some animal, but now, having seen ratmen and the like, he couldn''t be sure.


    "Has Bobo been to check?"


    Compared to their insight, Bobo, who had traveled extensively, would know more.


    Alyris next to him spoke, "Bobo has already gone to check."


    Kana nodded, stood up, and had the two take him there.


    When they entered the woods, they hadn''t walked far when they saw several soldiers and Bobo returning.


    Seeing Bobo frowning, Kana asked, "Any discoveries?"


    Bobo looked up at Kana, nodded, "Yes, we''ve basically determined that it''s definitely not an ordinary animal, and probably not some magical beast either.


    Although the magic power here has been somewhat restored, this place is still a bit too barren for those magical beasts.


    It might be some sort of evil creature from the forest."


    "Evil creature?" Kana frowned.


    This category was too broad.


    A vast majority of dangerous creatures in the wild could be included in this category.


    For instance, Kobolds, goblins, forest spirits, harpies...etc.


    Most of these were regulars in the fantasy world.


    Due to the influence of the Stone of Creation in this world, there was all sorts of bizarre stuff.


    "The range is too broad."


    Bobo also knew this, narrowing the scope a bit: "We can ascertain it''s some sort of short, bipedal creature about Bobo''s height.


    Definitely heavier than a rat; they said they saw glowing green eyes, apparently camouflaged with leaves."


    Hearing the intelligence Bobo summarized, Kana frowned in thought and had a general range in mind.


    Combined with this area and his knowledge of it,


    he could basically confirm it.


    "If nothing unexpected happens, it should be goblins."


    "Goblins?" Bobo was somewhat puzzled.


    Those around showed curiosity; they hadn''t heard such a term before.


    "You don''t know?" Kana was a bit puzzled; Bobo couldn''t possibly not know such things.


    "I know them, but haven''t seen many. Also, they shouldn''t have green eyes, right?" Bobo expressed his doubt.


    Only then did Kana remember that Bobo was not a native of this continent, having just arrived here.


    While goblins are distributed across every continent, they primarily inhabit the land beneath their feet.


    They are the kind of wild monsters one might often encounter in the wilderness of this continent.


    One of the characteristics of the goblins on this continent is their green eyes.