The Devil Inside

Her voice was firm and decisive.

"……Um."

Rachel responded with a blush all the way to her neck, and it seemed that even the air turned an ambiguous pink.

Han Solo, unromantic.

He took advantage of the opportunity and said, "I will do my best, too."

Who asked you?

Rachel then realized that there was an idle person present, and hurriedly pulled her hand away, smoothing her meticulously long black hair.

……

……

Time was running out, and she had to get up early to travel tomorrow. After dinner, Rachel simply wiped her body and prepared to rest.

Leila is a brave woman, so she is naturally treated preferentially.

Ordinary adventurers could only sleep in tents set up on the open ground, but Leila and the other two could sleep in the lumberjacks' dormitory.

The lumberjacks' homes were, of course, very simple.

The sheets and quilt were so dark that they were really unpleasant to the eyes. Rachel tore them off and took out her own blanket to spread them over them.

She lay down, looked at the ceiling, let out a long breath, and was in a very good mood.

This was the most relaxing moment she had felt in recent months.

really……

"It may sound a bit weak to say this, but humans really need companionship. Having someone to talk to and rely on makes people feel... happy."

After a busy day, Rachel didn't feel sleepy.

——"Conquer the Death Zone within three days. Rachel, this is my promise to you, I will... do my best."

Leila's powerful words echoed in her ears.

She was so dazzling at that time.

Leila is always like this.

Normally harmless and easy-going, even a little confused. When faced with problems, he will most likely choose to give in and appease, and is not tough at all.

But at critical moments, she never lets people down, always takes responsibility, makes decisions decisively, brings courage and reassures people.

perhaps……

This is the only fundamental reason why she can become a "hero".

The evil hand slid downwards.

Coming back to my senses, I rubbed my Dao and it had already been done for several rounds.

"...No. This is not Arendelle. I must conserve my energy to face the challenge."

Rachel suppressed her emotions and pulled her hand away.

"Rachel! Are you going to bed? Let's sleep together today!"

The door opened and Leila came in wearing pajamas and holding a blanket.

Before Rachel could react, she nimbly climbed onto the bed and twisted a few times like a small animal, but the single bed was too narrow.

"Hey, it's been a while since we slept together. The last time was during the summer training camp last year, right?"

Leila looked at the ceiling and recalled.

"…It's late, go to bed."

To this, Rachel reacted very coldly and closed her eyes in panic.

Her hands and feet were cold, but her heart was burning, her thoughts were a mess, and her brain was about to shut down.

"Yeah, good night! It's so crowded... I want to hold you while I sleep."

Leila pressed sideways, her arms across Rachel's shapely waist, her hair buried in her shoulders, and she also closed her eyes.

After just a moment, she began to breathe steadily and slowly.

She didn't see it, but a pair of eyes opened immediately and slid into the deep sea like stars.

Chapter 9 #009 Sharpening the Knife at Night

There is no distinction between the sun and the moon in the dead zone. The green sphere hanging in the sky could be the moon or the sun.

There is almost no difference in visibility between day and night. The magic power dissipated in the air blocks the light, but people can still see things because the magic power itself has light and heat.

"Cien!"

"Cien!"

The sound of sharpening knives could be heard.

In front of the wooden house, Rachel rhythmically sharpened a one-handed sword to calm her turbulent emotions.

The specialness of this sword can be seen with the naked eye.

The silver-white sword blade was shining with different colors, flickering like breathing, and the crimson luster was brighter than rouge.

"Isn't this sword expensive?"

Han Solo's voice sounded behind him.

Rachel turned around and saw Han Solo walking towards her in a single layer of clothing. She stopped and asked, "Tomorrow... no, we have to leave at four in the morning. Don't you want to rest?"

It’s not that I don’t rest, it’s that I can’t sleep.

It was fine during the day, but lying alone in the dead of night, I couldn't calm my raging thoughts, and I didn't want to have sex. I had no choice but to get out of bed and walk around.

This is the first night after traveling through time, and Han Solo doesn't know how long it will take for him to rekindle his urge to lead.

"You woke me up. What kind of good person would sharpen his sword in the middle of the night?"

Han Solo said.

Rachel was amused: "Don't give me that. The sound of sword sharpening bothers you? Then I suggest you go home immediately. You are not suitable for taking risks."

She was obviously in a good mood.

She held the sword in her hands and handed it to Han Solo. She talked about the past: "Not bad, right? This sword is called 'Blood Ringing', and it was my grandfather's sword. Five years ago, when I set out to study in Arendelle, my grandfather asked me what I wanted.

"At that time, I was... not very sensible and said I wanted his Blood Roaring Sword."

This is……

Dialogue that does not appear in the game.

Han Solo asked, "And then?"

"Then I was reprimanded. My father showed no mercy and scolded me in public for being ignorant of etiquette and having no manners. My grandfather was a famous swordsman. You may have heard of the name 'Blood Lion'. The Blood Roaring Sword was his favorite sword. However, my talent is only mediocre among my generation.

"But to everyone's surprise, my grandfather untied Xue Ming and handed him to me..."

When Rachel talked about old things, there was still an expression of disbelief on her face.

She stroked the blade gently and carefully, and continued, "Everyone was stunned, but I was cheering. As I grow older, I can no longer understand why my grandfather did this. I can no longer understand the excitement at that time. All I can feel now is... a heavy responsibility. I believe that this sword carries my grandfather's expectations for me."

Han Solo smiled and said, "Perhaps your grandfather has the ability to predict the future. He knew that Miss Rachel would become a teammate of the brave in the future, so he gave you a sword in advance."

"..."

Rachel looked straight at Han Solo.

Then, she smiled and shook her head: "Han, listen to me. Don't be so smooth-talking, you are too flattering!"

"Well, I think it's because your grandfather liked you. There's a saying, 'grandfather loves you.'"

"Are we related by generations?"

maybe!

Rachel sheathed her sword and was about to persuade Han Solo to rest when she heard a huge explosion.

She turned her head to look at the source of the sound, and saw smoke and dust billowing up from the depths of the dead zone and rushing straight into the sky. Continuous vibrations appeared repeatedly, as if something had happened.

"what's the situation?"

"Fuck, earthquake!"

This stronghold is located on the outskirts of the Dead Zone, and those who stay here are either adventurers who have just started their adventure, or adventurers who are preparing to leave.

No matter which category it is, there is not enough tension.

Even though it was late at night, there were still a large number of adventurers who were awake. They were eating skewers, drinking, and talking loudly, and they soon noticed the changes in the depths of the Dead Zone.

Rachel had a bad feeling and asked, "What is that?"

Han Solo shook his head: "I don't know."

This is a lie.

Han Solo knew what was going on, and it was Adrian's doing.

He said, "I have a bad feeling. Go wake up Leila. Something might happen."

"…I'll go now."

Rachel ran to the dormitory, and Han Solo also went back to his room to get dressed.

……

……

Stronghold, inside the meeting room.

The Lord created seven strongholds in the Dead Zone, each of which had an engraver who was good at using "messengers" to facilitate information exchange.

The stronghold commander gathered the information and said, "Lady Leila, Master Hawke, and Miss Darkwood—"

There were only five people in the meeting room.

Only Han Solo wasn't called by name.

So fucked.

When I was eighteen, I stood there like a lackey. You are amazing! You are so noble! I, Han Solo, will climb to the top step by step. I want everyone to look up to me!

"We have received reports from various bases that the previous unusual movement broke out in the 'Mill Valley'. But the specific situation requires further investigation."

Mill Valley...

Adrian looked at the map and said, "This is not good news! There are only two ways to get to the core of the Dead Zone. One is a long way and it will take five days even if you gallop; the other only takes two days and is the path in the Mill Valley!"

Rachel and Lila, had no choice.

They only had three days and had to walk through the valley.

Leila realized the seriousness of the problem and asked, "Can we confirm what happened in the valley now?"

The commander of the stronghold replied: "We have sent people to investigate, and we will have a conclusion at dawn."

There are still three or four hours until dawn.

Rachel's uneasiness grew stronger. Just as she was about to speak, she heard Leila say, "We can't wait any longer. Rachel, and Han, let's set off immediately! No matter what, we must pass through the Mill Valley!"

That's exactly the truth!

The three of them ran towards the stable without saying a word.

"Lady Leila, Lady Leila!"

Adrian chased to the stable, followed by seven or eight of his confidants. He said with a serious face, "I think you need help, and I came here to assist you! Now is the time, Master Leila, I and my men are at your disposal."

The trusted men stood in uniform and shouted in unison, "Lord Leila! Please give the order!"

Rachel was anxious, and was even more shocked when she saw this scene.

She looked at Adrian and his group who were determined to die, and for a moment, she didn't know what to say.

Leila glanced sideways at them.

Eyes, cold.