I am Gilgamesh, the King of Heroes.

She had seen that girl before.

During the War of Lambar, that young girl single-handedly killed hundreds of dragons of Doragonia, earning her the fearsome name "Nightmare of Twilight."

However, that was decades ago. Given her limited lifespan, why would she appear in the same manner as back then—

The Dragon King was restless due to his anxiety.

at this time.

"Heh, you should have kept Ren Ashbell by your side as a bodyguard. I didn't expect you to lure her out so easily—"

The voice of a young girl rang out in the throne room.

With a clang, the thing emerged from the darkness.

"Who are you? I don't recall granting you an audience—"

The Dragon King narrowed his deep red eyes and said.

At this moment, the girl dressed in a pure white holy robe respectfully lowered her head.

“I am Cardinal of the Holy Kingdom of Lugia, and my name is Milenia Sanctus.”

"He's just one of the king's defeated opponents."

A somewhat unfamiliar, deep voice suddenly rang out in the throne room.

A figure dressed in a black coat slowly emerged from the darkness, with a long sword at his waist, and was taller than the dragon knights.

Moreover, that face lacked feminine softness, instead possessing masculine strength.

“I’ve been waiting for you—the true assassin.” The boy smiled. “As expected, the king’s predictions were all correct.”

When the boy said those words, a cold look appeared on the Dragon King's face.

"Dragon King, I mean no harm. I am merely here on behalf of my king, awaiting any daring assassins." The boy's eyes flickered, turning into a deathly, icy blue.

“I know, after all, it was Enkidu who told me—but does that king really underestimate me? Does he think I could be caught off guard?” The Dragon King stared at Kusanagi with his red eyes and asked.

"No, as I said, I'm only here on behalf of my king to await this assassin and to say a few words to her..."

Kusanagi turned his gaze to Milenia, "The message my king asked me to convey is, 'I will leave behind all the elf envoys stationed there by the Holy Kingdom.' That's all for you, you clever assassin, and for the foolish Holy Kingdom."

Don't think this foolish and clumsy scheme will succeed; you've completely underestimated our fighting strength.

The Dragon King finally revealed a somewhat wicked smile.

Without a doubt—that anxiety was all an act.

Instantly, several lightning orbs appeared around the Dragon King and pierced through Milenia's body.

The girl didn't even have time to scream.

After the attack, all that remained in the hall was the girl's burned shadow on the ground.

Cardinal Milenia Sanctus was burned to ashes and vanished from the world.

At that moment, a jet of black liquid suddenly shot out from the darkness and flew towards Kusanagi!

"What's wrong? You think you can't get to the Dragon King, so you're coming to me?"

Kusanagi opened his eyes. "The despair of death is your end."

The world reflected in those icy blue eyes remained fragmented.

"Soul Flash..." Kusanagi stopped in his tracks, drawing his sword. "One Star!"

The high-speed impact instantly shredded the black, mud-like substance in front of them into pieces.

The Dragon King narrowed his eyes. "Did it run away?"

"...It's alright, the other party is seriously injured."

Kusanagi slowly sheathed his long sword at his waist. "I apologize for troubling you with this matter."

"...I must say, that person's personal charisma is truly remarkable. Such a lightning-fast sword strike, I doubt many of those children (the Dragon Emperor Knights) could withstand it," the Dragon King said, glancing at Kusanagi.

Kusanagi simply smiled. "I'll take my leave now." His figure slowly disappeared into the darkness once more.

"Just how much did you predict? A single piece of information was enough for you to orchestrate such an operation, and even take the opportunity to destroy the enemy's stronghold... The King of Heroes..." The Dragon King looked into the distance, "I look forward to the outcome of our cooperation."

……

At this very moment, the battle between Ren and Grevas continues.

"Ultimate Sword Technique, Form Two - Meteor!"

Grevas used the terrain to her advantage, employing a move from her ultimate sword technique—Meteor—that attacks from above.

"Soul Flash - Eight Desolations!"

A sword technique that completely crystallizes the air around the body and then shatters it.

If Jill were to use this sword technique, it would be a terrifying technique that could shatter everything around it the instant the air crystallizes.

However, it must be said that this sword technique is indeed highly effective against such impactful and high-speed sword techniques.

"bump!"

Like the sound of tempered glass shattering with a hammer, countless crystal fragments scattered in all directions, forcing Grevas to dodge the powerful attack midway.

"One strike...determines victory or defeat...!"

An even greater divine power flowed through Lian's body like a raging torrent. "Restia, I'm about to use that move. Can you keep up?"

"No problem, it's nothing special, Lian, use me as you please!"

The demonic sword made this declaration, and at the same time, dark lightning and fire suddenly erupted.

"Soul Flash—"

The fully materialized Kamui unleashed a suffocating sense of oppression; its overwhelming and unparalleled power made even the air groan.

"Final Form: Breaking Army!"

The slash, which transcended time, brought the blade close to Grevas's body in almost an instant!

"Ultimate Sword Technique: Heavenly Flash Strike!"

That is the ultimate sword technique that only those who are proficient in both divine power and swordsmanship can unleash.

But for her, who has regained her body at its peak—that move is something she can use!

but……

"So...we've fallen into their trap! Ultimate Sword Technique—"

The divine power emanating from Lian condensed towards the tip of the sword, instantly deflecting the sword that was hurtling towards her at breakneck speed.

"Varied--"

Grevas's expression turned to utter astonishment.

Jill had suffered from this trick before when she was in the sandbox, and she even deliberately studied how to counter it.

However, to counter a counterattack, one cannot unleash their full power; instead, release three-tenths of their strength while holding back seven-tenths. Use three-tenths of your strength to let the opponent counterattack, then use your superior reflexes and the remaining seven-tenths to deflect the sword!

However, the conditions are too harsh. The second prerequisite for breaking this move is "Soul Flash - Breaking Army".

Lian, however, used her inspiration to transform this counterattack technique once again—

"Heavenly Flash Charge!"

After breaking through the enemy lines, he once again connected with Heavenly Flash Charge!

Chapter Sixty-Nine: Let me show you what happens if you think I'm easy to fool.

At this moment.

“Found you…” Jill raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a sinister smile. “Good, it’s time for me to deal with you bastards…”

"Using such despicable tactics to try and force me to leave the Duchy of Doragonia so you can carry out your unspeakable acts... Ugh, I'm furious, I'm absolutely furious."

Looking at Gil, who was already burning fiercely in front of him, Enkidu, who was hiding not far away, felt that his best friend might be a powder keg that could be ignited at any moment.

The kind that explodes on the spot with just one click.

“Calm down, Gilles, you could just pull out Ea and blast it right now… but first…”

“Enkidu, you’re wrong…” Gilles turned his head. “These bastards aren’t worthy of me using Ea to deal with them. Besides, Ea is my trump card, a Noble Phantasm that I only use against those as strong as you, or even stronger—”

"so?"

“We’ll just charge straight in,” Jill raised an eyebrow. “But it’s okay to have some fun.”

"Hahahaha, you bastards, watch closely! This is a grand giveaway from the King of Heroes!"

Jill laughed heartily, then flew off.

"However, I will not be responsible for any consequences arising from my broadcasts thereafter."

Accompanied by a strange sound effect, the driver was installed on Jill's waist.

"Max Harzed on!"

The dangerous trigger was engaged on the drive.

"White Dragon&White Dragon——"

A pitch-black template appeared in mid-air and then sandwiched Jill directly between them.

"Overflow—"

In mid-air, a spatial rift suddenly opened, and a pure white dragon descended from the sky, attracting the attention of all the elf envoys stationed in the Holy Kingdom of Lugia.

"That's a dragon?!"

"Have the Doragonians discovered this place? Everyone prepare for battle!"

The white dragon suddenly transformed into armor, including a helmet, shoulder armor, leg armor, and wings, completely enveloping the dark figure in the air.

"The Pure White Overlord has descended! Double White Dragon! Yabeei!"

“Ha, let’s begin…” Jill spread her arms and then raised her hands to grasp the handle of her driver.

"Surround him! Even if he's a dragon, we outnumber him and we definitely won't lose!"