Arknights' Lock of Heaven

With so many high-end combat forces concentrated here, no one would believe you if you said you didn't want to do anything.

But who is Helag? He won't be led by the nose by the other side and foolishly explain that it's a misunderstanding and that we didn't kidnap your young lady or anything like that.

Why should I, a retired old man, worry about this?

Since the professor didn't stay, he must have his own agenda. You'll have to figure that out yourself.

So, Herag shrugged easily.

"As expected of an experienced mercenary, he didn't panic even after your young lady was taken away."

"Now that you know our leader's name, then why don't you..."

One of the bodyguards, upon hearing this, tried to intimidate the other party with his power. After all, given their social standing, he believed that his side had the upper hand.

After all, you have a city to rely on. Even if you guys are strong, can you outlast us?

It has to be said that this is all the doctor's fault for telling everyone not to go too far. Fighting for so long without anyone being seriously injured gave them a false sense of security.

Otherwise, would he dare to say such a thing if Skadi were just wielding a greatsword and killing people back and forth?

Anyone who can stand up is a warrior!

But just because he's stupid doesn't mean he's completely stupid!

"Shut up!"

Hearing this, Hei turned his head and glared at him fiercely.

293 How could you possibly slander her...?

This might be somewhat useful against a regular opponent.

But these people in front of him... Hei didn't think his reputation could intimidate them.

Herag looked thoughtful as he watched Black's angry expression.

“Nu, Felin, and the name Black,” he thought, stroking his chin, “I feel like I’ve heard those names somewhere before…”

But what the hell.

"Anyway, we're here on vacation," Herag said, shrugging as he watched the Doctor run off into the distance. "Although none of us had a pleasant experience with all of this."

"But, do you still want to continue?"

Upon hearing this, Skadi knowingly put down the orca pillow. Threatening with force, I'm familiar with that.

Then he turned around and looked around. Seeing that the Levadin on Surtr's back was the right size, he reached out his hand to her.

When Surtr saw this, he immediately understood her meaning and readily took off his Levadin and handed it to Skadi.

Although they had only known each other for a short time, they had an inexplicable understanding.

Skadi took Levadin and waved it casually.

The weapon, as tall as a person, was swung around in an instant, leaving afterimages, and the whooshing sound of it cutting through the air was terrifying.

Seeing this, Hei gritted his teeth and then signaled his men to retreat.

Where did these monsters come from? Why are they all appearing in this area in such large numbers?

I've never seen such an enthusiastic crowd at a music festival before!

Watching the bodyguards leave, Skadi nodded with satisfaction, then returned Levadin to Surtr. The two exchanged a glance, then nodded politely to Hrag, before heading towards the ice cream stand.

They're about to start enjoying summer.

Herag shook his head upon seeing this.

Sigh, I just can't stay idle; I can't be as carefree as young people.

He turned and slowly chased after the doctor who had fled.

"An Originium-powered flamethrower... and this power... what an amazing caster."

Ceylon stared at Ifrit's flamethrower with utter astonishment.

"Big sister, you have great taste! I'm amazing!"

Hearing her praise herself, Ifrit was practically strutting around with pride.

"My name is Ceylon. Thank you for saving us."

Ceylon greeted her with a smile.

"Oh, oh...it's alright. This, it's what I should do."

Upon hearing this, Ifrit puffed out her chest, then froze on the spot.

A few seconds later, she secretly glanced at the Doctor, tugged at her sleeve, and whispered, "Hey, Doctor, this lady is so polite. What should I do in a situation like this?"

Ifrit wasn't actually a spoiled child in the true sense; she just hadn't been taught these things in her past life.

Perhaps Himer and Saria taught it, but... that was a long time later.

Some habits are hard to break, but luckily she's still young and can change them gradually.

Himer is also working hard, and Ifrit's reaction now is proof of that.

“If you don’t know what to do in a situation like this,” the doctor said softly, stroking her head, “just smile.”

“Oh, okay, I’ll try…” Ifrit hadn’t finished speaking when she suddenly remembered her unfinished mission!

"Huh? I forgot my barbecue is still on the rack! I'm not talking to you guys anymore!" She slipped away from the Doctor's grasp in a flash, shouting as she ran without looking back, "Doctor, Ceylon, remember to come find me if you want barbecue again!"

Upon seeing this, the doctor shrugged.

"It seems that Dr. Hamer's educational plan has a long way to go."

Seeing this, Ceylon smiled knowingly. "Doctor, let's hurry up and go."

-

Before long, the Doctor and Hellagur reunited.

“Thank you so much for your help. May I ask…” Ceylon looked at Herag gratefully.

But why didn't I see the other two ladies?

“You can call me Herag,” the old man nodded to her, then looked at the Doctor: “Doctor, do you have time now? There are some things I need to tell you privately.”

"..."

“This Felin woman is no ordinary person.”

Herag said to the doctor.

"Oh? Are any of you injured?"

"Don't worry. Her subordinates are just mediocre people. They retreated after you were safe. After all, anyone with eyes can see the situation, so it's generally not too difficult."

"However, I have some guesses about the bodyguard's identity."

"Someone you can remember, General?" Upon hearing this, the doctor raised an eyebrow. "There aren't many classes like this in the world."

This sister from Ceylon is no simpleton; the chances of me fooling her are even smaller now.

"Columbia, a woman of the Felin tribe, with silver hair, golden eyes, and a black crossbow, is both an assassin and a mercenary."

Herag said with great interest, "It's shameful for an assassin to be famous in the cities, but these rumors are just too famous."

"For example, the destruction of an entire Columbia family, a powerful family, is caused by the sudden deaths of key figures over several years, leading to its gradual decline and eventual complete extinction."

"For example, hunting down an entire patrol that had been burning, killing, and looting along the Colombian border, who considered themselves conquerors of barbarians and constantly committed atrocities and tragedies against other races."

At this point, Herag glanced at the corner, then resumed his story under the Doctor's signal to continue.

"Over the next month, they fled through the mountains, dying one after another, until only one cripple returned to the city and started talking nonsense."

"And the experiences of the people who told me their stories."

"Oh," the doctor raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, "What kind of ordeal?"

“No need to say more. His scar runs from his left shoulder to his right heel,” Herag shook his head. “There are plenty of ruthless killers out there, including me.”

"Of course, this assassin has been missing for a long time."

"But if she is that person, then what lies before us..."

Helag didn't finish his sentence, but everyone understood.

This is a terrifying killer.

If she really has no scruples... perhaps some Rhodes Island operators can escape unscathed, but most operators who are targeted will only have one fate.

Of course, this is without introducing any external forces.

“It seems there’s a lot more to Siesta than meets the eye,” the Doctor said, blinking.

But they weren't worried at all.

The most terrifying assassin is one who acts without restraint and whose weaknesses and backgrounds you cannot uncover.

But now, with an entire city at her back, she is destined to be unable to do as she pleases as before.

“Perhaps the mayor is not unaware,” Herag said ambiguously, “but if she is the mayor’s assassin, I wouldn’t be surprised.”