Ascent of Hero on the Dragon Throne

Rocky's fists clenched as he listened to Alyssa. If he really wanted to do it, he would not hesitate. However, Alyssa's change was too sudden, and it confused him. Something felt wrong, but he couldn't quite figure out what it was.

"What's stopping you? Can't bring yourself to do it? I'm your enemy now. Being merciful toward your enemy is tantamount to being cruel to yourself. Didn't you kill the spiritual race beings without a second thought? Why do you hesitate now?" Sarcasm dripped from Alyssa's tone as she confronted him. It seemed as though she were deliberately provoking Rocky.

Rocky's gaze flew to Alyssa's face. He glared at her for a brief moment before he turned and left.

"I

him killing Woods. He knew at that moment that no matter what he did, he would never be able to redeem himself. He just didn't expect that Alyssa would betray him so openly and even go to the extent of helping Alston.

But these were not important concerns. What worried Rocky was the thought that he might have to face Alyssa on the battlefield soon. And that was why he couldn't be indifferent. Acutely aware of the stakes, one thing was for certain—he wouldn't show her any mercy. After all, he had a critical task to accomplish, and he couldn't let affection and friendship stop him. Besides, he didn't have much time left.

Then, Rocky flew toward the West United Army's military camp...