Chapter 54
This kind of reception is unfamiliar to him; as an assassin in his past life, Nyx was accustomed to moving in the shadows, unrecognized and uncelebrated. The admiration and reverence directed at him now are entirely new experiences.
What Nyx doesn't know is that, in his absence, his actions on the battlefield have become famous. Rumors have circulated that he single-handedly killed almost half of the ants in that battlefield, a feat that has elevated his status to that of a hero among the ranks of the Arbortis clan. This respect and admiration are not just for his strength but for the hope he represents in the ongoing struggle against their enemies.
As he makes his way through the camp, Nyx receives nods, salutes, and words of gratitude. "Thank you, Lord Nyx!" "You're a true hero!"