On how PhDs become human evil

After the black magic dissipated, a beautiful woman with black hair and golden eyes appeared before them.

Her cheeks flushed, she fell to the ground with her feet together, one hand supporting her body and the other pressing against her back. Her long, straight, glossy black hair, reaching her waist, clung to her flushed cheeks, making her look incredibly sexy and alluring.

At this moment, her heavy breathing and dazed expression were quite touching.

She looked to be in her early twenties, over 170 centimeters tall, with a very beautiful figure. Whenever she breathed, her full breasts could be seen prominently displayed in her disheveled clothes that hung down to her shoulders, as if they might fall out at any moment.

"My name is Tio Kuralus, and I am a member of the Kuralus race of dragon people. I am truly sorry for causing you trouble. Please allow me to atone for my sins."

Section 245, Chapter 20. Day 1 (3/4)

Inside the Water Sprite Inn in Ur Town.

After throwing Will into the room, Bai Jie found Hatayama Aiko and the others and told them what Tio had told him.

After hearing Bai Jie's account, Hatayama Aiko and the others turned noticeably pale.

Is it really just water?

"No way, that Shimizu actually..."

"How could Shimizu-san do such a thing?"

The students began to fall silent. Although Aiko Hatayama was also shocked by what Bai Jie had said, she still retained some composure: "Fafner, is what you're saying true? Shimizu-kun really..."

"These are words spoken by the Dragonkin on the basis of their honor, so there is no doubt about them. Besides, no matter how you look at it, only Shimizu Yukitoshi is likely to cause trouble."

Bai Jie said calmly.

"Well, besides the matter of Shimizu, there's something else I want to mention, which, strictly speaking, is also related to Shimizu."

"According to Tio, Shimizu has been staying in the Northern Mountains for some time, constantly using his magic to brainwash the monsters, planning to form a large army to attack the towns. The number of monsters is about three to four thousand. He seems to have started from the other side of the second mountain range, only brainwashing the leaders of the monster groups, effectively recruiting the entire group as his subordinates."

"As for the destination, it's probably here, since this is the kingdom's grain reserve base."

In war, food is always of paramount importance. Only with food can soldiers have the strength to move and fight. Without food, even an elite army capable of overwhelming the entire continent is vulnerable.

Ur and the surrounding towns have always been the largest source of food production.

"Also, although I think the possibility is not high, I guess you, teacher, are still a target."

Aiko Hatayama's calling is to be an agricultural master, a very rare calling. Her abilities and skills are powerful enough to change the world's food situation, and leaving her unattended would definitely be a threat—to the demons.

Bai Jie didn't believe that Shimizu Yukitoshi's actions weren't orchestrated by a demon. In Bai Jie's memory, Shimizu Yukitoshi had always been an inconspicuous person, always going with the flow, a typical nobody. Such a person, thinking of brainwashing demons, or even brainwashing dragon-people? Who are you kidding!

Therefore, there must be someone behind Shimizu Yukitoshi inducing him to do this series of things. And behind the North Mountain Range is the territory of the demons. It is not hard to guess that Shimizu Yukitoshi has already made contact with the demons.

The atmosphere in the hotel suddenly became stiff, an indescribable silence filled the space, and everyone's face was filled with worry.

The fact that classmates have brainwashed an army of monsters and are preparing to attack this place is quite shocking for these high school students who live in an ordinary world.

Bai Jie glanced at everyone, then turned and walked out of the hotel without saying anything more.

It was already night outside, and many stars were shining in the sky. Normally, it would be a beautiful night scene, but now that they knew about the monster army, no one had the leisure to appreciate the night sky.

As Bai Jie arrived at the North Gate, he spotted a person standing by the roadside just outside the city.

"I knew you would come here. I've been waiting for you for so long."

The person waiting for Bai Jie was none other than Tio of the Dragonkin race.

"You're waiting for me here? Why?"

“You’re going to deal with the demon army next, right? Let me go with you.” Tio said solemnly, “Although I was controlled, I still committed the sin of murder. Let me do something to atone for my sins.”

Upon hearing Tio's words, Bai Jie was taken aback; he hadn't expected Tio to make such a suggestion.

"Well, thank you so much, although I don't think you'll be of much use in the end."

"Don't say that. As a member of the dragon race, I can at least provide some aerial suppression. Besides, your stamina is limited on your own."

"It's up to you. Come along if you want."

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It was past midnight when Bai Jie and Tio stood in the wind on a plain near the northern mountains, with a wide ravine spanning the entire plain behind them.

That was created by Bai Jie's sword strike.

No matter how strong Bai Jie is, it's impossible for him to fight a thousand enemies without missing any when using only swordsmanship, even with Tio's assistance. So Bai Jie created some obstacles, though it's unclear how effective they will be.

"Swordsman... no, I can sense that you possess a very strong magical power within you. As a mage, you must be even more powerful. Why don't you use magic?"

"Tio asked."

"I just don't want to use magic. After all, I'm too strong. If I used magic, I would be invincible. That's why I sealed my magic and started using a sword." Bai Jie didn't hide anything and stated his reasons directly. "Besides, I also want to see what I can achieve by relying only on physical skills and swordsmanship."

"...This isn't confidence, it's arrogance."

"After all, I'm someone who can even kill a god, so it's normal for me to be a little arrogant."

Bai Jie shrugged with a smile, then looked straight ahead. In the farthest distance he could see, a billowing sandstorm was raging across the plain, a black wave surging toward Bai Jie and his companion.

Those were hordes of demons that covered the entire land.

Besides humanoid monsters like Brutal, there are black wolf-type monsters that are three or four meters long, lizard-type monsters with six legs, snake-type monsters with sword mountains growing on their backs, mantis-type monsters with four scythes, giant spider-type monsters with countless tentacles growing all over their bodies, and pure white snakes with two horns.

That number far exceeds three or four thousand. Even if you add a zero to the end, it would still be barely enough. A conservative estimate would be around sixty thousand!

"That Shimizu Yukitoshi guy has really done something incredible. This army could probably conquer any country in the world."

Bai Jie said with some emotion, while inwardly beating up Eshid. After all, he was the one who gave the students and Hatayama Aiko their cheat codes, so this scene was probably a farce orchestrated by him.

"What a bored god. I'll kill him next time I see him. For now, let's deal with these beasts first."

With that thought in mind, Bai Jie drew the Four Directions Divine Artifact.

Section 246, Chapter 21. Day 1 (4/4)

The earth trembled, and dust billowed up like an avalanche. The sight of hordes of demons stirring was like a black tsunami. The army of evil demons and Rakshasa marched with fierce momentum, and deep in the dust, one could see red and black eyes filled with murderous intent.

Above the army were flying monsters. If one had to describe them, they would probably be pterodactyls. Although smaller than dragon-type monsters, the miasma emanating from their bodies possessed an unusual aura.

On one of the particularly large pterosaurs stood a figure in black robes, which must have been Shimizu Yukitoshi.

"Tio, you're in charge of the guys up there, okay? -- Even if there are problems, you still have to get up there."

Bai Jie ordered Tio around without any politeness. Under Bai Jie's command, Tio smiled bitterly, and then black magic burst out from his body, rapidly expanding to a size of nearly ten meters like an inflated balloon.

Immediately afterward, the magic dissipated, and Tio, who had transformed into a dragon, spread his fully restored dragon wings, gave a powerful flap, and soared into the sky on the strong wind.

"Alright, I'll begin then. Although I don't plan to use magic, I'll still use a little bit of magic power."

A purple magic circle appeared on Bai Jie's body, then disappeared like a thin mist. The magic power that had been solidified in Bai Jie's body instantly began to flow through his body like a thawed river.

An aura as powerful as that of a demon king descended upon them!

"Alright, let's begin, little ones."

Bai Jie smiled and raised the Four Directions Divine Sword, the platinum light on the blade bursting forth like a bomb!

Roar--!

With a tiger's roar, the platinum beast king emblem lit up on the sword.

"There are gods in the four directions, and the god of the west is named White Tiger!"

"Form ranks in the west, White Tiger, obey my command!"

Throughout history, the Western constellation White Tiger has always been regarded as a symbol of war and military might. Therefore, many places named after the White Tiger in ancient times were related to military affairs, such as the White Tiger flag in ancient armies and the White Tiger image on military tallies.

The power of the White Tiger, which governs the four directions, is also like this!

roar!!!!!

The roar of the White Tiger Spirit resounded, and the Four Directions God in Bai Jie's hand suddenly erupted with nearly a million volts of lightning, looking from afar like a white tiger with its fur standing on end!

Shrinking the earth!

"Shh-!"

Dragging the Four Directions Gods backwards, Bai Jie instantly traversed nearly a thousand meters, rushing into the demon army like a bolt of lightning, his hands gripping the sword hilt tightly.

"Roar, White Tiger!"

Bai Jie swiftly unleashed a horizontal slash in all directions, the crescent-shaped strike raging through the demon army with lightning. The burst of lightning dispersed into sharp spikes, like the claws of a white tiger, tearing any demons it touched to shreds!

Four Directions - White Tiger Slaying!

"Hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss hiss!"

The sound of flesh being torn apart was like the incessant sound of chopping celery. In an instant, all the monsters within fifty meters of Bai Jie were killed. The bright red and hot blood stained the earth red in an instant, and blood rain drenched Bai Jie.

With his hair stained red with blood, Bai Jie's eyes flashed with a ruthless glint. He raised the blade high with the momentum of his strike, and then slashed down with all his might, as if splitting a mountain in two!

"boom--!"

A bolt of lightning crashed down, blasting a huge crater in the ground before hurtling outwards along the spreading cracks, and then erupting from the ground!

"Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang!"

The lightning spear that shot out from beneath the ground pierced through the bodies of countless demons. The demons that were pierced ignored the laws of inertia, and most of their flesh exploded and scattered, turning into a pile of charred remains on the spot!

(What?! What's going on?!)

Far behind the tens of thousands of monsters attacking Ur Town, a black-robed man named Shimizu Yukitoshi, who had dug a makeshift trench and set up a barrier as much as possible, watched the tragic scene before him with trembling body and mouth opening and closing as if he were speechless.

The impossible scenario and the unbelievable reality caused him to curse incoherently in his mind.

That's right, the black-robed man who controlled the monster army to launch the attack was indeed Shimizu Yukitoshi, Aiko Hatayama's missing student.

He accidentally met a man and made a pact with him, intending to destroy Ur Town along with Aiko Hatayama and the others.

However, the town and its inhabitants, which were thought to be easily destroyed, have been met with an unexpected and devastating counterattack and remain unscathed to this day. Moreover, the ongoing conflict has created a scene that is like hell for Shimizu.

Wielding the Platinum Divine Sword, Bai Jie moved through the demon army like a harvester harvesting straw, unleashing his full power. With each swing of his sword, hundreds of demons fell to the ground. The platinum lightning seemed to have gone out of control, dancing wildly like silver snakes and unleashing its terrifying destructive power!

"Sizzle—!"

Lightning accompanied by sword energy slashed through an entire straight line of demons, narrowly missing Shimizu Yukito at a dangerous angle!