Chapter 118

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A diminutive figure nimbly weaved among several giants. Every jet propulsion from his three-dimensional maneuver gear and every swing of his long blade hit just the right spot. His style of combat was nothing short of exhilarating.

He walked on the knife's edge, hovering on the verge of life and death. A single misstep could instantly turn him into food for the nearby giants. However, despite giants falling one by one, he continued to live and calmly replaced his gas and weapons, indifferent to the admiring gazes from his surroundings.

Suddenly, a shout caught his attention.

"Captain, look over there!"

Levi Ackerman instinctively turned to look, his keen eyes immediately fixating on the elusive figure.

"This guy isn't carrying any three-dimensional maneuver gear?!"

"What?! How is that possible?"

"Without three-dimensional maneuver gear, how is he killing giants?"

"That's terrifying! Did you just see that? He decapitated a giant with a single stroke!"

"Such power and speed... I doubt even the 'strongest soldier in humanity,' our captain, could achieve that."

"Shh! Keep it down! If you can't talk quietly, we might as well consider you mute."

Various exclamations of awe came from the rest of the Survey Corps who had also witnessed the battle. But these exclamations were followed by deep confusion.

Where did this person come from?

Logically, someone so powerful shouldn't be unknown.

Yet no one present recognized him.

And he looked so young, seemingly of the same age as the new recruits.

This confusion, however, seemed minor compared to wondering how he could jump so high and run so fast without three-dimensional maneuver gear.

Then, just at that moment, Levi noticed Eren, who was lurking next to a corpse and doing something. He initially didn't plan on paying attention to this minor matter.

However, he noticed several standard long blades in Eren's hands, obviously collected from the bodies of fallen soldiers nearby. He couldn't ignore this.

So, he immediately approached quickly.

"What are you doing?"

The sudden appearance of Levi behind him gave Eren quite a fright, causing him to drop the weapons in his hands.

"I, I..."

"Recruit, answer me. What are you doing?"

Seeing Eren stammer, Levi became even more annoyed, his voice turning interrogative. Just as Eren was hesitating whether to tell the truth, Mikasa, sensing the awkward situation, arrived just in time to help him out.

In Mikasa's view, although Abel was powerful, he was also mysterious and suspicious. There was no need to keep secrets for such a person, especially since what they were doing wasn't really a secret. So, Mikasa quickly explained everything, including the terrifying strength that Abel had displayed.

Listening to Mikasa, Levi's face remained expressionless, but his brows were furrowed.

After a period of thoughtful deliberation, he said to Eren and Mikasa, "If he needs weapons, then give him weapons. The closest supply point of the corps is in that direction. You can get weapons directly from there."

After speaking, he looked at the long blades that Eren had collected and added, "These weapons have been through battles with giants. Their remaining durability is unknown. They may be useful in an emergency, but to rely on them for an extended fight would be detrimental."

"I didn't mean..."

Eren's face turned red with urgency.

Levi, who was misunderstood, didn't bother to explain that he was passing on valuable experience. He activated his three-dimensional maneuver gear and flew away.

Clearing the giants in this area was not a big deal. There were many other places that needed his attention. His decision was based on the strength, attitude, and position shown by the mysterious person, Abel. After all, anyone who could kill giants would gain Levi's approval.

If one could kill more than him...

Then let's see who's the better one!

Levi would never admit defeat in such matters.

For this reason, Eren and Mikasa successfully delivered unused, new weapons to Abel. Abel first tied several blades to his back, then placed two at his waist, and finally held two in his hands.

At this point, Mikasa couldn't help but ask, "Carrying so many weapons, won't it hinder your movement?"

"It's okay, the impact is minimal. After all, these giants don't seem too smart," Abel replied.

Taking a deep breath, Mikasa said earnestly, "Give us the remaining weapons to hold. Although in your eyes, our strength is severely lacking, we can still provide some logistical support if we follow behind you."

"Mikasa..."

"Eren, I know what you want to say. But the reality is right in front of us. If we can kill these giants within the walls earlier, everyone can be safe earlier. Compared to your pride in wanting to kill giants, you should know which is more important."

Eren seemed to recall some unpleasant memories, but in the end, he gritted his teeth and agreed. After all, they had witnessed Abel's efficient slaying of the giants firsthand.

Only a fool would waste lives instead of relying on someone as strong as Abel.

Seeing that Eren and Mikasa finally came to an agreement, Abel wasted no time and placed all the weapons with them, only keeping two blades for himself.

One for killing giants, and one spare.

Along with the mobile logistical support trailing behind him, Abel was confident in exterminating all the giants in the area as quickly as possible and earning a good evaluation.

"Follow me, don't fall behind, and don't play hero."

"You two are merely my mobile supply stations. As long as you don't act recklessly, I can ensure your survival."

Though Abel's words might have been a bit sharp and uncomfortable, Eren said nothing, only nodding in acknowledgment.

As for whether Abel could truly keep his promise, only time would tell.

"Attack! Attack! Attack!"

Abel dashed out instantly, his speed leaving Eren and Mikasa scrambling to catch up using their three-dimensional maneuver gear.

They had never imagined that a human could move so quickly.

By the time they caught up, Abel had already slain five giants with ease. He was even casually lighting a cigarette at the spot, intentionally waiting for them.

"Stay focused. Don't make me wait too long next time."

Eren and Mikasa were both stunned and filled with embarrassment.

Being told they didn't have enough strength to kill giants was one thing; they could tolerate it. After all, in comparison, their strength was indeed lacking.

But if they couldn't even perform well as a 'mobile supply station', then just how useless were they?

With these thoughts, the fire in their eyes intensified, and they were determined not to fall behind anymore.