Chapter 385 Double-edged Sword (1/2)

The Parasitic Ghoul was a low-level Demon with no dignity nor position. After being rebuked by Celestina, its arrogance from before was nowhere to be seen as though it had turned into one of Rhode's loyal man. It went on to explain every single detail of the happenings and left everyone disgusted at how shameless this Demon was.

Although they were disgusted, they got understood the situation outside the civilized border.

It was as predicted by Rhode. These Demons arrived two months ago through the leak in the passageway linking towards Land of Chaos. Their motives were as expected which were to accomplish what their ancestors couldn't and that was to fight to take over this continent. Although these actions from the Demons were not worthy of compliments, their determination over these years was still admirable.

The leaders amongst the Demons arrived at the surface and ordered the Parasitic Ghouls to seize control over a village of a Barbarian clan. In half a month, they gathered all the Barbarians in the area as their men. According to its explanations, only the Leading Barbarian and Barbarians that were manipulated knew the true identity of the Demon. The next information which it provided left Rhode astonished. The Demons had found a suitable place to create a passageway that linked the surface and hell. The reason why they attacked Deep Creek Village was because they needed to gather corpses for this ritual. Without a doubt, the corpses from the village were not enough. Once the ritual was completed, the Barbarians would be sacrificed as well. After all, the stronger the spiritual energy, the wider the passageway would be for more powerful Demons.

However, the Parasitic Ghoul wasn't sure who exactly was the mastermind. Due to the strict hierarchy between the Demons, there were things that they would definitely not know. From its descriptions, Rhode judged that the mastermind might likely be a presence of the Demon General. These powerful generals were a strong race within the Demons and they served directly under the Archdemon. If that was the case, the ranking of this Demon who wished to open this passageway shouldn't be low.

”So according to you, those Barbarians have gathered already?”

”Yes, dear Sir,” It nodded while bending over and said. ”We have gathered over 500 Barbarians outside the civilized border. However, Sir, you have killed almost 200 of them and only around 300 of them are left. Most of them are ordinary humans and 50 to 60 of them have been infected by us Demons. They are not powerful and I think that with your capabilities, Sir, it will be an easy task for you to exterminate those trash.”

”Where are they at?”

”Below Misty Mountains. There used to be a fortress and all the Barbarians are located there right now. According to my then-master, that place is filled with powerful energy and is most suitable to open the passageway…”

Damn it…

The edge of Rhode's mouth twitched because he knew what this bunch of Demons were about to do at that place — damn it. Of all places, why must those bastards occupy mine?

Rhode had intended to put this matter aside and finalize his Fortress location. But, it seemed that this plan had to be changed. Rhode had no choice but to exterminate those Demons now.

”Is there anything else to add?” Rhode paused for a moment and asked. The Parasitic Ghoul pondered and continued.

”Oh, yes. Dear Sir. I have captured a group of hunters in the mountains. According to my then-master, these people will also be used as offerings for the ritual and because we had captured them, we were sent to attack this village.”

”What did you say?”

Vinny shouted as he charged towards the Parasitic Ghoul in bewilderment. He stared viciously at it, without any fear of being harmed.

”You said you captured a group of hunters? How many of them in total? Are they dead or alive?”

”There… is about 50 of them and they are all alive. These people have determined spirits and are the best material to open the passageway. So, before the ritual begins, they should still be alive.”

The Parasitic Ghoul once again nodded and bend over to please Rhode.

”Also, dear Sir. There is another Demon by your side which you must be careful and wary of. Although we have never seen its attack, I feel that it is very powerful and not easy to deal with.”

Another demon?

Rhode pondered for a while and nodded. Celestina turned around and stared at the Parasitic Ghoul.

”Are you done? You can die now.”