A step from the next level
Asmodeus stood looking up at his next opponent, a huge white-striped tiger. He felt a sense of pressure just looking at the monster... using his demon lord's eyes—he couldn't help but feel shocked at its strength.
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// Scan //
Name: Baku
Race: Spirit Beast (Land Guardian)
Level: 450 (SSS)
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"Young one, must you seek violence to prove oneself?"
Baku's voice was elegant and old, and it reminded Asmodeus of a grandfather. He didn't find any sense of mockery or arrogance—the creature's voice and gaze felt like a gentle pond or river flowing naturally.
'This is the guardian that protects this empire? Impressive, there are five more of them...'
"It is not violence or to prove myself. I only seek to fight the strong to surpass my past self. The me from yesterday who was weaker."
"Young one, do not bullshit this old man. I can tell you are excited to fight me, look at the hands holding your axe and those bloodshot eyes!"