3 Chapter 2: Quest

Definitely, the strength of an orc is unimaginable . One swing with my fist brought about a bloodbath from normal humans . As expected, He couldn't withstand the alarming strength and vitality of an orc.

Crack!!

In an instant, my whole body was bathed in blood as I crushed his skull with my fist.

My breathing became rougher making it certain that I was receiving the influence of becoming a monster . After killing 'James, I lost the urge to toy with this wailing buffoon so I just ripped his arms apart and broke his neck.

Instantly, the sound of hurried footsteps came from not to far away.

"we're retreating!"

"! Retreat!"

"We have the lady!!!!"

"Release the signal!" a gruff voice ordered as a pale blue light shot into the sky.

SCreeeeee!!! Screeeee!

Following that, I saw something that left me a bit dumbfounded,

'Meteor strike?!'

I could hear the screams of the humans still trapped in the battlefield.

AHHHHHHK ! ! AHHHK ! ! !

"Retreat!!, the mages released the spell" Soon, the hurried footsteps could be heard approaching closer.

"it's Probably better I hide" I quickly hid amongst the trees and tried to calm my breath. But, as soon as the group were passing, a man in a simple looking silver armor with a mixture of leather, halted his steps as though he spotted something.

The rest stopped as well, "Is there a problem Lord Jethro?"

Explosions continued to echo across the distance.

BOOOM!! BOOM!!BOOM!!

"You guys go on ahead, Captain finch..." The lord 'Jethro' finally said as he continued to stare in my direction after looking at the 'Moongret' brothers.

[Ding! Evolution quest has been Obtained . ]

[ Quest: Defeat Knight Jethro (0/1) ]

[Reward: Evolution, New title and one random reward]

Hearing this, I couldn't help but laugh.

'In order to Evolve to a First order Being, I have to beat one?' I mused as I slowly walked out from behind the tree. Immediately I stepped out, I could feel a pressure much more than what I felt from Olog.

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Name: Jethro Moongret

Level: 14(First Circle Order)

Power rating: 3460(+300)

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'Yikes...So this feeling was what they called level suppression from those VR games.' Thought before focusing on the name 'Moongret'.

While I was musing with myself, Jethro finally spoke"So It was just a low leveled orc, well I'd expect nothing else from such trash from the branch family... haa I guess I'm supposed to avenge them by killing you, or what would people say about me."

As soon as he finished speaking, The pressure coming from him increased once more as he approached with his Long sword.

Seeing His appearances, I tightened my fist.

Rushing in fast with a swing from his broad sword, I quickly increased the distance but my body felt heavier than a few minutes back. noticing the shield on the floor, I quickly grabbed it, Since I have a large frame, its also much easier to be targeted so I chose to use the shield for safety, since I had the habit of fighting face-to-face with Punches and kicks .

Though my blood was presently boiling, I also kept my mind clear .

Deflecting the Sword away, I advanced for a punch but he simply took a step back like he was toying with me.

"Interesting... Your quite smart, You'd do well at the arena or perhaps I'll take you to the mages, I'm sure Grandmaster Raph would enjoy studying what's in your skull."

His words seemed to remind me of something but I can't remember what.

his sword immediately pierced the air towards me leaving an after image . I could see him aiming for my joints as he was probably trying to catch me alive .

So I pushed my body's speed limit to use the kite shield to immediately press down the sword with speed and force.

Due to my years of experience in the gang life, where I dealt with Katana users and the like, I was trying to get rid of his sword first . All the swordsmanship, study, and everything else should be useless with his sword pinned down.

In his stance where he could correct the usage of his sword, he tried to change trajectory. I ignored the shield and aimed to deal a heavy blow by grabbing his neck. As if realizing my intent, he retreated three steps back. so I tried to manage a defensive posture, if he fiercely came after me I would be able to do something by guarding my vitals.

with great speed his sword sliced my arms almost immediately.

'Hahahaha when was the last time I had this kind of fun' I mused as I stared at his movements intently, 'Ah I must be making that hideous expression again'

If I think about it now, in the past, I had a Brother that always scolded for almost everything.

The situation continued like this as he seemed to be studying me.

he swung his sword emotionlessly and I continually made different forms of attack.

Grrrrrr!!

"Let's end this" He said as he looked into the distance.

Quickly raising his sword, I slashed furiously as I was Forced to block the sword surrounded by a mysterious force. Bending my arm in a odd angle while praying my bones would be strong enough to stop it for a second.

Thwaark !, It was a gamble the moment he made that statement and it seemed to pay off. He must have still been underestimating me, not expecting me to use my body to block.

Opportunity!

With a cruel smile forming on my face, I opened my mouth and bit down of the part of his neck that was covered with leather.

If I didnt use this timing well, then it will be that much more troublesome.

Uuuugh! He stifled the sound of his screams as he completely abandoned his sword and began punching my torso, kicking my legs before he pulled out a dagger, I immediately bit deeper before using my remaining good arm to press him to his knees.

Even still he continued to stab accross my upper body, It became a test of who would die faster!!, there was no mistake how enjoyable it was feeling the panic across his body.

My heart began to beat faster.

But, this time he stabbed my legs, so i was forced down on one knee while I pulled him down with me. 'why wasn't he dying?!!...is it because he's in the first circle?...this is definitely abnormal'

I soon felt that his body was slowly becoming sluggish .

So I bit him with more force creating a deafening crunch.

Crack!!!

Though it was a brief moment, his body trembled .

[Ding!!! Quest completed]

as expected as soon as I hear the broken bone sounds, The quest was complete.

Damn . . .

Instantly, I could feel a strong pain burning on my chest .

Soon, it spread through my whole body.

With that blurred conscious, I couldnt believe the pain.