Chapter 683
Chapter 683
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Translator: uly
Chapter: 683
Chapter Title: Vanguard - Alien Invasion
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“Kaaaaaaaagh!”
Dark Maker let out a scream as he rolled across the ground before crashing into the ghost tree. The ghost tree swallowed him up as if it had been waiting for this moment.
I sheathed my sword and said,
“Cloud. Let’s go.”
I didn’t care whether Dark Maker lived or died. I figured Cloud, who wasn’t the type of hero to strictly adhere to no-kill rules, would feel the same. But she stared at the ghost tree with a grave expression.
“Cloud?”
“...We have to save Dark Maker.”
“He’s a villain who tried to kill us. Rescuing him will just mean more trouble from him. Finding the witch of the Underworld is more urgent.”
“Dark Maker isn’t your average villain. He’s committed all sorts of crimes, and he’s probably in the middle of one right now. We need to capture him and pry information out of him. That’s the only way to save more people.”
Thinking about it, the guy had completely ignored me standing right next to Cloud. Normally, anyone next to a hero would be on guard as a hero themselves, but he hadn’t shown the slightest caution toward me.
He saw me as a regular civilian. Even here in the Underworld.
In other words, Dark Maker already knew who I was.
The fact that he’s here is suspicious too... Is there a traitor in the upper ranks or the government?
Part of me wanted to just kill him here and be done with it, but I decided to go along with Cloud’s judgment. I had no intention of clashing with her.
“Fine, let’s save him. But he got eaten by the ghost tree—think he’s still alive?”
“Do you know how tough that bastard is? A cockroach is cute compared to him.”
“A cockroach is cute? Wow. I respect you, Cloud.”
“It’s just a figure of speech! A figure of speech!”
Cloud thrust her palm toward the ghost tree. A swirling mass of wind and clouds formed in front of her hand and shot toward it. The wind tore into the ghost tree. Just as she’d said, Dark Maker was still alive inside it. The clouds wrapped around his body, trying to pull him out.
“Whoa, what’s this? That’s some serious force. This won’t be easy.”
The ghost tree’s torn form regenerated right before our eyes. A ghost tree truly was a ghost—ordinary physical attacks wouldn’t cut it.
“...S. Doesn’t that guy seem a little off?”
Cloud pointed at Dark Maker.
Squeak. Squeak.
Dark Maker rose awkwardly, like something out of a bad horror flick. He charged at us like a puppet on strings. Blood dripped from the shoulder wound my sword had inflicted, splattering on the ground.
“Looks like the ghost tree’s got him under control.”
“He’s not usually this pathetic. That wound you gave him must’ve been pretty bad. You trained in swordsmanship?”
“Actually, I’m better with a sword than a gun.”
A barrier of wind sprang up. Dark Maker slammed into it and bounced back.
“...We need to take down the ghost tree, but getting close might put us in the same boat. Got any ideas?”
“I’ll handle it.”
“Are you nuts?”
Cloud grabbed my shoulder. Not knowing much about me, she saw me as someone she needed to protect. And honestly, without mana, I was weaker than her.
“This sword I have, Ausvider, isn’t just some shiny decoration. Even among Lord Saber’s blades—the weakest of them—it can cut what cannot be cut.”
“You’re going to slice the ghost tree? No way. Leave it to me.”
“Do you know how to wield a sword?”
“Nope. Can’t I just swing it like a baseball bat?”
“...I’ll do it.”
I charged forward. I had Mental Resistance, and Complete Recovery let me snap back from any status effect in an instant. The ghost tree was no match for me.
“Hey! S! Yu-jin!!”
Cloud yelled from behind. Her voice was laced with irritation and worry—I’d probably catch hell later.
Dark Maker came at me. Squeak squeak. His puppet-like movements were a bit smoother now. If we’d given it more time, things could’ve gotten dangerous.
Thwack!
A clean roundhouse kick sent Dark Maker flying far away. Blood sprayed like a fountain from his worsening wounds. He wasn’t a normal human, so he wouldn’t die. Not that I cared if he did.
He’s aware of me.
I could feel the ghost tree’s gaze. I drew my sword, pointed it forward, and rushed at it.
The ghost tree opened its maw. From its perspective, I looked like a fool charging in alone for dinner.
Its mouth stretched wide.
Moment.
I dodged sideways from its gaping jaws and slashed with my sword.
-Aaaaaaaagh!
The ghost tree’s eerie scream echoed. Unlike when Cloud’s wind had torn it, I could sense its panic and agony.
Seize the opening!
Shadow Heaven Style: Flowing Line.
I didn’t let the chance slip, hacking the ghost tree to pieces—over 200 chunks—before lowering my blade. My arms tingled from the effort.
I frowned at the ground. The severed pieces writhed and twitched.
To kill it, do I need to hit the core? Or... can it even be killed?
Considering the previous Lord Saber hadn’t bothered finishing it off, the latter seemed more likely.
“S! Let’s go! Dark Maker’s back to normal!”
Cloud shouted from behind. She’d grabbed him by the scruff and was dragging him back. He wasn’t moving, so he must’ve passed out.
“We don’t know what the ghost tree will do next. Let’s get out of here first.”
Aaaaaaaaah...
We left the ghost tree’s chilling wail behind and headed to safety.
“His wounds are bad—sure we can just leave them?”
“He’ll be fine. Last time his arm got cut off, it regenerated in a day. His healing’s better than mine.”
Cloud pulled clouds from her hand like taffy and wrapped them around Dark Maker, binding him—not once, but over ten times.
“That should keep him from escaping. Let’s see what he looks like under the mask first.”
“You don’t even know his face?”
“This is the first time I’ve ever captured him alive like this.”
Cloud peeled off Dark Maker’s black mask.
“What? He looks like a total nerd.”
She muttered in disappointment.
Dark Maker was a young man who looked like a college student. Brown hair, freckles and acne on his face. A model student type who’d look good in glasses. He was decent-looking, but apparently not Cloud’s type.
I snapped a photo of him. From now on, Dark Maker wouldn’t be able to live a normal life.
“He’s out cold, so let’s take him with us.”
Dark Maker’s body floated lightly in the air. Our journey through the Underworld continued.
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“Give it up, Cloud. I’m not saying a word.”
Dark Maker said stiffly after waking up. Without hesitation, Cloud balled her fist and smashed it into his head.
“Kuhk.”
“Spill it while I’m asking nicely.”
“You crazy bitch. You gonna hit me and then say that?”
“This is just a taste. Want worse?”
“What, the hero of justice is gonna torture me now?”
“Hmph.”
Cloud snorted and swung again. Dark Maker took the hits without breaking. He became her punching bag.
“Cloud. Let me interrogate him.”
I grabbed her waist—right at the curve leading to her hips. Cloud’s face flushed slightly.
“Wh-what are you gonna do? No torture.”
“Not torture... I’ll start by shaving his head.”
Both their eyes widened at the unexpected suggestion.
Dark Maker laughed openly at me.
“That’s all you’ve got? Go ahead and shave me.”
I used the knife I’d brought and shaved his head. His bravado faded with each lock of hair that fell away.
“Now you’re a shiny Dark Maker.”
“Pfft.”
“...I’ll remember your face, you bastard.”
“I’m terrified. Guess I’ll cut off one more thing.”
“Cut off my arm or leg, whatever. I recommend the head.”
If Cloud weren’t there, I’d have decapitated him on the spot. But with her watching, I couldn’t kill him outright.
I drew my sword. He gulped. Even bravado has its limits.
“What I’m cutting off is your third leg.”
I swung roughly toward his crotch.
“Kraaaaaaaaaaagh!”
A horrific scream rang out. I’d guessed the spot, but it sliced clean—his dick and balls hit the ground with a thud. Blood gushed. Darkness from his body hurriedly enveloped his groin.
“Not bad size. Too bad it’s useless now. Forever.”
I mocked him. But he was too wracked with pain to hear it.
“Urk.”
Cloud dry-heaved and stepped back. I felt her disapproving glare, but no lecture meant I’d toed the line just right.
“I’ll kill you! I’ll fucking kill you! Kraaaaaagh!”
He thrashed wildly. But bound in clouds, all he could do was worm like a maggot.
“Still not in his right mind.”
“Stop it.”
Cloud grabbed my arm and held me back.
“It’s fine. I’m not cutting off limbs or stabbing him. Instead...”
I sheathed my sword, wrapped my arm around Cloud’s waist, and groped her ample breasts. Her skintight suit showed off every curve—hot every time.
“Wh-what the hell? Are you insane?!”
“Let’s show him how close we are.”
“Cut the crap and get off... Hnng...”
I activated Sexual Sensitivity Boost and kissed her, commanding her pussy.
Pussy, get wet. Stimulate the womb a bit.
-Sex time? Got it.
“Mmmph... Ah...”
Cloud resisted at first, then kissed back eagerly. Partly from the forced arousal, but she seemed okay with just a kiss. Of course, I had no intention of stopping there.
One hand kneaded her breasts, the other stroked her ass. Before she could push me away with her wide eyes, I thrust my rock-hard bulge—through my pants—into her crotch.
“Mmmph!”
“Hoo. Cloud, you just came lightly, didn’t you? I can tell. Your pussy’s telling me.”
“Y-you used your ability!”
Her face red, Cloud continued,
“...Don’t do this. This is the Underworld. It’s dangerous. And Dark Maker’s watching.”
“It’s dangerous, sure, but we’ve got time. Ignore his staring.”
I kissed her again. Burning with arousal, she hesitated, then gave in to pleasure. I unzipped the back of her suit. Her compressed breasts swelled even larger.
“Seriously... Your ability is way too broken. My pussy won’t even listen to me. It’s like you stole a part of my body.”
“A pussy can’t do much. Not as free as hands or feet. Though it’s the best-feeling part.”
Cloud hesitated. It was her first time having sex in front of someone. To encourage her, I stripped naked first. Taking the lead, she gathered her courage, peeled off her suit, and revealed her stunning body.
I touched her pink pussy. It was already soaking wet.
-Yu-jin’s fingers! Feels so good!
Her pussy clenched happily around my fingers. Squelch squelch. Lewd wet sounds filled the air.
“Kraaaaaagh! You fuck! Kraaaaaagh!”
Dark Maker screamed. Pain and hatred mixed in his voice. As a man, Cloud’s naked beauty would rush blood to his loins—but without a dick, it’d just be agony.
“F-fine, since we’re doing this, let’s hurry and finish.”
“Yes. Let’s.”
She wrapped her arms around my neck. I lifted her left thigh. Her spread pussy—my cock plunged in. Her slick walls gripped me tight. Her pussy’s squeeze was the best.
“Haaaaaaaang!”