You are all my wings...

The warrior's fifth-level combat skills cannot hit targets more than 100 meters away, nor can they cause terrifying area attacks. They can only be said to perform well in close combat.

A fifth-tier spellcaster can unleash a high-level spell that covers an area of ​​thousands of meters, much like a small natural disaster.

Therefore, even though they are both at the fifth rank, spellcasters are half a tier higher than fifth-rank warriors.

Don't be fooled by the fact that Leon has three fourth-tier spellcasters around him; fourth-tier spellcasters are as common as cabbages.

In reality, each of the three—Elise, Brett, and Macchiato—is extraordinary. Two are female protagonists, and one is a villain who will at least become a legend in the future. This is definitely a high-caliber cast.

At this point, Ophimaso spoke up, pointing to a large temporary map in the center of the camp, and said:

"Let me briefly explain the situation. This is the basic area that has been explored so far on the 41st floor. The entrance to the 40th floor has collapsed. Due to the severity of the collapse, it will take at least ten days for the underground city to automatically repair itself."

Leon observed the map and realized that this collapse occurred when he encountered the powerful sixth-tier monster, the Earth Bear, who was the master of the 40th floor.

The collapse at that time was probably caused by the battle between the sixth-tier Earth Bear and other monsters.

Even a single powerful sixth-tier monster, while formidable, cannot directly cause the collapse of the main passageway of the dungeon.

Ophie Marceau continued:

"In other words, we don't need to worry about those demons that have already flowed up to the upper levels for the time being. Father will arrange another legion to suppress them. Our legion's important task is to quell the demon riot within ten days. That way, even if the 40th floor passage is repaired, we don't have to worry about demons of level five or six and above surging up."

Brillita:

"These situations seem relatively clear at the moment, but I can't think of any reason why your current forces can't accomplish the suppression."

Ophimosa shook her head:

"No, the situation isn't that optimistic. Did you see those squads and wounded personnel coming and going when you entered the camp?"

"You mean their injuries can't be healed?"

"That's right, that's exactly it! As expected of you, you saw the core issue at a glance. The floor master of the 41st floor, the Sky-Splitting Eagle, was killed by the Earth-Berserker Bear of the 40th floor, leaving the floor master's position vacant, which was then occupied by other monsters. And these monsters are powerful sixth-tier monsters, the Shadow Spiders, possessing the abilities of absolute destruction, legion command, and Shadow Curse! Their strength is perfectly suited to be utilized during this monster rampage!"

Ophim Marceau praised Berylita, then revealed crucial information.

Birelita understood and said, "So, you need my Holy Healing to break these Shadow Curses?"

Ophimosa smiled. "That's one of the reasons, but it wasn't the reason I initially wanted to invite you."

The purification effect of Holy Healing is unparalleled, far surpassing that of conventional intermediate water healing.

The only spell that can rival Holy Healing is Light Healing, which I haven't yet mastered.

Although Ophimaso's team is full of talented people, it is clear that no one can master the two extremely rare attributes of Holy and Light.

Lyon listened to their conversation and his heart stirred.

A sixth-tier Shadow Demon Spider?

This is also a powerful monster of the Shadow type, and one of the few Shadow monsters that possesses both materialization and shadow curse characteristics.

If we could use this thing's spellcasting organ to advance in rank, that would seem like a good idea.

Lyon thought about it for a moment and decided it was unlikely, so he put the idea aside for the time being.

After all, it's a large-scale battle, and when it comes to distributing the spoils, there's a high chance that the spellcasting organ will have a hard time getting a share.

Even if you get it, it might be far beyond your current level, and whether you can perfectly utilize its characteristics is still unknown.

Unless he can use the sacred mural to elevate his shadow magic and shadow combat skills, he won't have a strong chance of success.

But that possibility is much lower now, since what he successfully resonated with before was only pseudo-intermediate magic.

Of course, if you have the means, it's acceptable to use this as an item for future promotions to the fourth or fifth rank.

It's difficult to use across three levels, but it's okay to use across one or two levels, not too difficult.

"Then tell me why you initially asked me to come here."

Instead of offering immediate assistance, Brierita subtly brought up other questions.

As a saint, it is her duty to heal believers.

But whether to treat non-believers depends on the circumstances.

Berylita is a saint, not the mother of saints, so naturally she wouldn't act on someone's words.

Ophir Maso glanced around at the group of people behind Britta and said:

“What I’m about to say is very important, Brierita, and I think it’s only for you to hear.”

As she spoke, she gestured to the key members of the court knights, magicians, and city guards behind her:

"That concludes today's intelligence briefing. You can now go and take care of your respective teams."

Chapter 155 Kaiku's surprise: You're so good at flirting, kid?

These fourth and fifth-level experts all showed signs of understanding, realizing that Ophima wanted to speak with Brierita alone, and they each left.

Berylita glanced back at Leon, conveying a look.

Leon understood and quietly signaled for his men to leave.

As he stepped out of the tent, Kailong, his cheap superior, approached him:

"Leon, come here for a second, let's talk."

Lyon nodded and gestured to Iris:

"You go and rest first, I'll come find you in a bit."

The area around the camp is not large, so there's no fear of not being able to find anyone.

Elizabeth nodded and whispered in Leon's ear:

"If anyone causes trouble, just shout it out loud, and I'll come to help immediately."

"Do not worry."

Leon patted Elizabeth on the shoulder, then turned and followed Karl.

"Deputy Commander, I really didn't expect to see you here."

"Leon, that's exactly what I wanted to say. Why were you so reckless as to come up to the 41st floor?"

Karon was actually shocked to see Leon here.

Beside him stood Keku, who was also looking at Leon with the same speechless expression.

"Leon, you're only a Tier 2 mage. Coming up to the 41st floor is practically suicide. It's not easy for our group to recruit talented mages. Don't wander off now, it's dangerous behind you."

Kailong nodded and said, "I just saw that you came with the Holy Maiden? So you just happened to run into her and she saved you and Miss Iris?"

He had seen Leon and Iris team up, so he intuitively assumed that Iris and Leon had reached the 39th floor and gotten caught up in the monster riot.

Just as Lyon was about to speak, Keku interrupted:

"It doesn't matter why you came here, Leon. Just stick with us for the next few days, it'll be safer that way."

Kailong nodded and said:

"That's right, the fact that you managed to get here unscathed shows you have good adaptability. But if you think you can handle things easily around here because of that, you'd be very wrong. There's definitely going to be a tough battle here in the next couple of days, so you need to be careful!"

Although the two meant well and showed the camaraderie that should be expected of senior members of the same regiment, and their suggestion was quite good, Leon certainly couldn't just go with them like that right now.

He was about to explain when he heard "a tough battle," and a thought struck him. He asked:

"Deputy Commander, what's the situation with this tough battle?"

Kailong knew this information was important, so he emphasized it:

"We've been working with other groups to clear out monsters lately. We've basically scattered or eliminated some small groups of monsters, but some have slipped through the net and are being attracted to larger monster groups, creating even bigger monster tides..."

Upon hearing this, Lyon understood and said:

"Are you also planning to take this opportunity to wipe out the large-scale monster tide in one fell swoop?"

Kaiku shrugged: "This is Her Highness's plan. Actually, I don't agree with it. It's too risky and too reckless."

Kailong glanced at Kaiku. Why can't this kid control his mouth?

"Don't talk about Her Highness the Princess in that tone, Keku. I know what you mean, but there are too many people around here, so be careful that word gets out."

Compared to the somewhat frivolous Keku, his older brother Keron is indeed more stable.

Even in terms of actual strength, Kailong has been hiding a lot; he can be described as a cunning old fox.

Of course, it is precisely because of his personality that he was able to cultivate someone like the female lead in the future third installment.

"Don't worry, bro, I've already checked, there's hardly anyone around here."

Kairon ignored Kaiku, looked at Leon, and said:

"You're in the second tier, so you probably won't play much of a role in the later battles. Just rest well these next few days."

"Vice-Captain, Senior Keku, I appreciate your concern, but it's alright, I'll stay with the Saintess from now on..."

Lyon began to explain, but before he could finish, Keku patted him on the shoulder with a knowing look and said earnestly:

"Although the Third Saintess saved you, she is indeed a very, very beautiful woman, but Leon, don't try to get close to her just because you're good-looking! You'll be disliked for that! More than ten years ago, when I had just advanced to the fourth rank, I encountered the Second Saintess in the dungeon and had the opportunity to travel with her for a while. She was so beautiful and so holy that I was completely captivated. At that time, I thought I was the happiest person in the world!"

Lyon was ashamed. What was wrong with Keku? Why did he suddenly switch to a sentimental mode?

Do you think you're the happiest person?

Judging from this, is a tragedy about to unfold?

Sure enough, Kaiku continued:

"I helped her slay monsters, gather materials for her, and do everything she wanted to do! But when I confessed my feelings to her and expressed my love, do you know what she said?"

Lyon: "You were rejected?"

"If it were just a rejection, I wouldn't be so upset."

Kaiku shook his head, his face full of sighs:

"But she said she hates men who lack a sense of distance! She clearly likes me, so why would she say that to me? Leon, you seem to have a lot of experience in relationships. Tell me, am I the kind of man who lacks a sense of distance?"

Leon was speechless and said, "Senior Keku, maybe you're not unaware of the importance of distance, but rather that she never liked you in the first place. After all, if she liked you, she wouldn't have brought up the issue of distance. Because if you really like someone, you won't care about distance; you'll just want to get closer, right?"

Kaiku seemed to have been struck by lightning.

"You mean she has absolutely no feelings for me?"

Leon patted Keku on the shoulder:

"Sometimes men have to admit the truth: you can't get happiness by groveling."

"Kneeling and licking? What does kneeling and licking mean?"

Kaiku was stunned.

"Literally, Senior Kaiku."

Kaiku didn't want to admit that he had guessed the meaning of the word.

Kailong was speechless and punched Kaiku: "Don't bring up this old story and embarrass yourself. You've been married for many years, so being heartbroken is no big deal for you."

Then he looked at Lyon:

"As for you, you still want to associate with the Holy Maiden? You should know that she is the Third Holy Maiden with the greatest prestige. Don't run into the same problem as Kaiku, that would be humiliating yourself."

Leon blinked and said:

"It shouldn't be that bad. I think the Holy Maiden has a pretty good personality and treats me quite well."

Upon hearing this, Kaiku perked up, glancing at Leon with a knowing look.

"Look at you, you just lectured me, saying that you can't find happiness by groveling, but you've fallen for it yourself?"

"It's okay, I have a legitimate reason for hanging out with her."

"What legitimate reason? Like me, based on love?"

Kaiku couldn't help but chuckle self-deprecatingly.

"I was hired by her as her advisor, shouldn't that be a legitimate reason?"

"A strategist? Really? You're really good at flirting, aren't you?"

Kaiku could tell from Leon's tone that it wasn't fabricated; he sounded both questioning and surprised.