Chapter 408 - 358 : The Paradise Garden 1 (1/2)

The next morning after the fight against the Desert Wyvern, the small party continued their journey. Surprisingly, another member joined this already strange group. They met him purely by accident and like always, Jace invited him.

The newest member never talked, he would only shake or nod his head, however, what's stranger is his outfit. A body covered with bandages, only his eyes could be seen. He was in the midst of fighting a large group of Stone Worms when they stumbled upon him.

He swiftly killed the worms and was about to depart only to be stopped by a smiling muscular black man. This man was none other than the ghost who got appraised by Arthur. It was also the same person who joined the tournament in Astria.

He fought against the girl who used the pink ice and emerged victorious, his techniques are strange but there's no doubt that he's a skilled fighter. The newcomer paid no attention to everyone but the silver-haired woman, he stared at her for a long time, not hiding his fighting spirit.

He just wanted to fight her, any ulterior motives were absent. Of course, Lucy's sister ignored, she would just walk at the back with the deadpan face of hers.

As per Jace's words, they should arrive to the floating island in three days, at most. They didn't encounter any more Wyverns, as for the Grey Korv and Stone Worms, they were disposed off by Jace and his companions.

There was another pleasant piece of news, it was the return of Claud, who was strangely silent ever since the event from last time.

Though Arthur asked him about the cause, all he got for a reply was this

”I would rather not talk about it. It doesn't concern you so you don't have to worry.”

Arthur was unhappy with the vague reply but didn't inquire any further as his copy didn't seem to be in the mood for chitchat.

'That ghost is looking for you, the Dark Magic user.'

Claud nonchalantly said that before returning to his eerie silence. Arthur, who got hit by such a shocking news, was momentarily startled before he bombarded his copy with questions.

'Why is he looking for me? Who sent him and what are his goals?'

'The hell?! Do you think I'm omniscient? What I said is merely a speculation, one that is most likely true.'

'Then, do you mind explaining?'-Arthur

'He's a ghost and a pretty powerful one at that. Your fight against the Holy Dominion attracted too much attention. The Whisperer King is seeking you. Apparently, he was acquainted with Zodiak in the past.'

'Another person to avoid… ugh'

Although it's unlikely he'll be discovered with the bracelet on, Arthur still didn't like the fact that many people are searching for him. Fortunately, the ghost wasn't as strong as Artid, the Black Rose executive, who's always looking for him.

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At the center of the secret realm, exactly where the dragon's lair was situated, there was a large silhouette which was laying on the ground. With exquisite silver scales covering its body, which was humongous. It was over four hundred meters long and the ancient aura emanating from it showed how old it was.

The air around it was suffocating and a simple gaze from it is enough for a Sovereign to be stricken with boundless fear.

In front of this majestic and powerful creature sat a human wearing a dark cloak. With a short grey-hair and two clear eyes, he gazed back at the silver dragon.

”Are you hesitating?”

The man asked the ever-so-silent Space Dragon, who opened its eyes and looked at the small human that dared to enter its base and leisurely sit beside it.

”Which mother would be willing to abandon her son?”

The man glanced at the pulsating stomach of the dragon before replying

”Such is the fate of newborn dragons. Being protected by you will make it difficult for him to properly grow up.”

”Thy words are not false. By thy claims, my son will grow in a safe place?”

”That is right. You have my word.”

”Thee understandeth that this is not an edict but an offering?”