Although it is a bit shabby, this heroic spirit is super strong

But no matter how Maren looked at it now, it didn't seem like it would be of any use.

"To be honest, I didn't mean to mock you.

That crazy woman, Vida, suddenly started attacking us today for no apparent reason."

In the name of re-establishing his image as a hero, Vida began to use the gangs or thugs who were originally dependent on Nakamura as tools for the citizens to vent their anger, and settled their crimes one by one.

Isaac was a cautious person, so he was not immediately arrested and convicted.

"Yeah…"

“I hope to cooperate with you and go to the Pure White Labyrinth to find the Phoenix Egg.

Then we will surely be able to regain our place in the heart of the Brave One."

"A brave man... hehe... hehe..."

Maren suddenly started laughing like a lunatic, giving Isaac goosebumps.

"Ah, it really doesn't work..."

"I accept your offer."

Just as Isaac was about to leave, Maren smiled wickedly and agreed to the request.

But this smile made Isaac feel creepy.

*

"Okay, now that Nakamura's business is done, it's time for us to enter the Pure White Labyrinth."

Xiao entered the living room of the suite and announced to the people sitting on the sofa.

The three girls were in a heavy mood.

Even Sera had been hiding in Rose's arms, leaning quietly against her thin chest, looking very listless.

"Um, is Sister Crystal really okay?"

Although Xiao had explained the situation to them, Crystal was completely safe.

But Lucy was still very worried.

After all, Crystal still lives in the city hall which is controlled by Nakamura and his men.

If something unexpected happens, they won't be able to arrive immediately.

"Don't worry. On the contrary, we can't let her go to the pure white maze this time."

"why?"

"Nakamura's reason for wanting Crystal might be to use her as a sacrifice to awaken the Fire Phoenix."

After connecting with Vida, Xiao also learned the legends that Nakamura had learned.

There are many different opinions about the relationship between the so-called Heavenly Tree and the Fire Phoenix.

But there was one thing that Xiao was very concerned about.

It basically tells the story of an ancient king who originally controlled Warhol. In order to defeat the magic tree that fell from the sky and brought endless monsters, he sacrificed his daughter to the fire phoenix.

That is why the Fire Phoenix helped humans burn the Demon Tree and sealed its difficult-to-destroy seeds into the Pure White Maze.

The Macaulay family is a descendant of the royal family of this ancient kingdom.

"If that's the case, wouldn't Sister Crystal be in danger? That bastard!"

Lucy slammed the table angrily.

"As long as Nakamura doesn't get the Phoenix Egg, he won't dare do anything more to Chris."

"Brother Xiao isn't planning on destroying the Phoenix Egg, is he?"

Rose asked worriedly, looking at Xiao.

"That's right. If that thing existed in the world, Crystal and Martha would definitely be targeted by some idiot with ulterior motives."

"But can we deal with the demon tree alone?"

"To be honest, I don't know."

Xiao was not entirely sure of the Demonic Tree's specific strength and full capabilities.

"Well, what if..."

"If you really can't win, just run away. After all, the Empire still has a lot of brave men who are allies of justice."

Xiao said something like running away without any guilt.

"Ah, Brother Xiao...but this is just your style."

"After all, I'm not a hero, and I don't have the obligation to save the world."

Looking at Xiao's smooth talk, Rose smiled helplessly.

She knew that even though Xiao said some annoying nonsense.

But even if he escaped in the end, he would at least help the people of Pierreel, who were near the Pure White Labyrinth, to take refuge.

Rose just hoped that Akatsuki wouldn't push herself too hard in case the situation got out of control.

*

"By the way, Xiao, are you sure we are in the Pure White Maze?"

Lucy looked at the pure white walls around her, somewhat hesitant to believe it.

It has been three days since they entered the maze, and they have not encountered many insect-like monsters.

The journey was too relaxing, which made Lucy feel a little uneasy.

"Yeah, sure. By the way, haven't we been here before?"

Xiao pointed to a high platform not far away, where the insect repellent barrier he had set up still remained and had not disappeared naturally.

"Who would care about such things in that situation?"

Lucy recalled the tragic experience of herself, Rose, and Crystal being forced to fight the termite swarm until they were exhausted, and roared at Xiao with resentment.

"Sera, are you feeling unwell?"

"Brother Xiao, is Sister Crystal really okay?"

Sera shook Xiao's hand lightly and asked anxiously.

"Don't worry, Crystal is safe, and there are people protecting her."

Chapter 72: Heavenly Tree

"But, but..."

Seeing that Sera seemed to be about to cry, Xiao felt a little distressed.

Sera is closest to Crystal, who takes care of her most often, so she misses Crystal very much.

No matter how smart Sera was, she was only less than a month old and her mind was very immature.

"Does Sera miss Chris more?"

"Ah."

"Don't worry, we can meet more with Crystal when we go back this time."

Xiao gently stroked Sera's silver hair and whispered comforting words.

"Ok!"

"Sera, do you want to take a break?"

"No, that would make it later for us to see Sister Crystal."

"Sera really likes Sister Crystal."

Rose was a little envious. After all, cute girls are treasures regardless of gender.

"Sera also likes Sister Rose and Sister Lucy!"

[I feel like this girl will be difficult to deal with in some way from now on.]

Xiao smiled helplessly as Sera let go of him and hugged Rose and Lucy.

“Hey, I’m the last one in line…”

"Sister, stop complaining. Weren't you fighting with Sera-chan for snacks a while ago?"

"I-I-oo! Rose, you idiot."

Lucy wanted to retort, but immediately realized that she was in the wrong.

"It feels like my sister and Sera are just children."

Seeing Lucy's panicked look, not knowing how to refute, Rose couldn't help but laugh.

"Sera is not a child!"

"well."

Rose rubbed Sera's head gently.

"careful!"

Although Xiao was enjoying the sweet sight of the three beautiful girls hugging each other, it seemed that an ignorant guy was approaching them.

"What the hell is this?"

Lucy was startled when she saw a giant ladybug-like monster fly out from the depths of the cave.

There was a lot of silver-gray stuff attached to the ladybug's body, and half of its body was sunken as if it had melted.

The scene before me was more terrifying than disgusting.

"Oh, it can actually take countermeasures against 'insecticides'. It seems the demon tree has intelligence."

"What the hell is pesticide? Xiao, do you know what's going on?!"

Seeing Akatsuki's calm confusion, Lucy immediately guessed that the ladybug's strange behavior was related to Akatsuki.

"Well, let's deal with it first. Come on."

"what do you mean?"

"Of course I'll leave it to you to solve."

"I don't want it, okay? That thing is so disgusting."

"But if I don't show my mature older sister side in front of Sera right now..."

Xiao gave a wicked smile and gently pulled Sera in front of him.

"Xiao, you bastard!"

"Come on, sister. I will support you remotely."

"Even you, Rose...Okay, I get it. I'll do it now!"

Lucy drew her sword in a state of self-deprecation and rushed towards Ladybug.

Rose hit Ladybug's wings with the magic gun.

Taking advantage of the opportunity when the ladybug lost its balance and fell, Lucy jumped up and cut off one of its wings.

"Okay, you can go die now."

Lucy cut off Ladybug's head with a sword. Ladybug struggled for a while and then became motionless.

It was just Lucy who was splashed with the silver-gray liquid.

"Wow, Akatsuki, you bastard. What should I do now?"

Lucy crossed her arms and looked at herself in despair.

"Don't worry, there shouldn't be any problem with these things."

Xiao took out a gray stone and released magic power towards Lucy.

"Hey! Are these things moving?!"