Anime Crossover: I, the Shadow King, slaughter my way through DanMachi!

"Numbers are meaningless to the Archbishops of Sin; they will only become sacrifices. Only elite and powerful individuals can deal with them!"

Crusch's pupils contracted, and she instantly realized the seriousness of the situation.

If a victorious army, exhausted from its campaign, were to be ambushed by several notorious vigilantes known for their cunning and cruelty, the consequences would be unimaginable!

Without any hesitation, she immediately and decisively ordered Phyllis beside her: "Phyllis! Immediately issue an order to the entire army! Cease clearing the battlefield and rest in place in battle formation!"

"Then send out twice the number of scouts to patrol the surrounding area! Quickly!"

"I understand, meow!"

Phyllis realized the seriousness of the problem, immediately stopped joking, and quickly relayed the order.

The camp, which had just calmed down, was once again filled with a tense atmosphere.

The joy of victory was replaced by a new sense of crisis.

Although puzzled, the soldiers quickly regrouped under strict orders, gripped their weapons tightly, and cautiously looked into the surrounding darkness.

Ying Ping nodded slightly as he watched the troops move swiftly into action.

As expected of soldiers, obeying orders is their duty.

Next, all that's left is to wait for those pests lurking in the darkness... to come to us of their own accord.

Chapter 133 Triumphant Return to the Capital, Preparing for the Great Battle Against the Witch Cult! [Please Subscribe]

One night has passed.

The bright sunshine shone on the plain beneath the great Vluguere tree.

More than half a day has passed since the beluga whale was defeated.

During this time, Crusch's scouts carefully explored the surrounding area of ​​more than ten kilometers several times.

They didn't even miss a single bush or a single depression.

But the result was nothing.

Forget about the Archbishops of Sin, we didn't even see a shadow of a witch cultist.

In addition, after receiving the news of the white whale's slaughter, the capital also sent a batch of reinforcements and logistics troops, and the two sides have now completed their rendezvous.

As the reinforcements marched, they also scouted the surrounding area but found no trace of the Witch Cult.

Despite being unable to return to the capital and having waited here for a long time, the disciplined soldiers of the expeditionary force maintained a high level of vigilance and formation.

No one complained; everyone faithfully carried out the orders, and all had unwavering faith in Crusch and Winping's commands.

Crusch approached with Phyllis and Wilhelm, who had been silent but whose eyes also held a questioning look.

"Lord Shadow, it's almost noon."

"If we were to set off, I think now would be the best time."

Crusch's tone was neither arrogant nor impatient, but rather respectful: "The scouts have repeatedly confirmed that there is nothing unusual within dozens of miles around. Should we... continue to wait?"

"Perhaps, after the Witch Cult learned that the White Whale had been defeated, especially by you in that... uh, exaggerated way, they no longer dare to come and die?"

Ying Ping frowned slightly, his scarlet eyes sweeping across the peaceful wilderness, his fingers gently stroking his chin.

"That is indeed a possibility."

"However... according to common sense and the plot I know, the Witch Cult should not have been completely indifferent after the White Whale was destroyed."

"Could something have gone wrong? Did they change their plans? Or... is there some deeper reason?"

He pondered for a moment, and although he had some doubts, he also knew that he could not keep everyone waiting any longer.

"It seems that my judgment was wrong, or the Witch Cult has changed its strategy."

Yingping raised his head and made a decision, "Miss Crusch, give the order, we will all set off immediately to return to the capital."

"Huh? Are you sure you want to leave now?"

Phyllis blinked her big eyes. "Aren't you going to wait and see, meow?"

"No wait."

Yingping shook his head. "Since they're not coming, there's no need for us to waste our time here, making it seem like we're afraid of them."

He paused, then added, "Don't worry, I'll be traveling with you on the way back."

Upon hearing this, Crusch's eyes flashed with concern: "Lord Shadow, this place is quite close to the border Count's residence, isn't it?"

"Are you sure it's okay if you don't go back to Emilia's side? After all, the Witch Cult might turn its attention to her."

Ying Ping smiled calmly and said confidently, "It's alright. With Reinhard in charge at the mansion, I feel at ease. Besides, I have some other methods of my own."

Mentioning Reinhard, Crusch couldn't help but recall Yingping's previous assessment of his strength, and his expression shifted slightly.

She then smiled knowingly and exclaimed in admiration, "Ah, I see. You have always been so thoughtful and meticulous. You must have already made thorough arrangements."

"In that case, I won't say anything more."

She turned to a soldier beside her and ordered, "Order the entire army to lift the highest level of combat readiness and switch to marching alert!"

"Everyone, immediately organize the convoy and prepare to return to the capital!"

"Yes, Lord Crusch!"

The order was passed on quickly.

After a night of rest and preparation, the entire force, like a machine restarting, roared into action.

The massive convoy slowly began to move, meandering along the wide road towards the capital.

The enormous carcass of the beluga whale had already been dismembered and securely fastened to dozens of reinforced large wagons with specially made ropes and magical stakes, which were then pulled by strong earth dragons.

The ambush by the high priests did not materialize.

The massive convoy traveled smoothly under the sunlight.

Half a day later, amidst cheers, awe, and curiosity from countless residents of the capital, the punitive army marched into the capital in a grand procession.

People who had already received the news crowded both sides of the road.

Cheers and exclamations of amazement rose and fell.

People flocked to see the dismembered remains of the beluga whale being transported back, and to Ying Ping, who had created this epic miracle.

The convoy slowly came to a stop in front of the Karlsten family mansion.

The handling of spoils and the declaration of merits will be handled entirely by the members of the Sages' Guild.

Yingping jumped off the dragon chariot, preparing to bid farewell to Crusch and the others.

"Wait, Lord Shadow."

Crusch walked a few steps to Winning and solemnly gave him a standard knightly salute.

"Without your strong support and intelligence, this campaign against the White Whale would never have been so successful, let alone achieved the miracle of zero casualties."

"I, Crusch Karsten myself, on behalf of the Karsten family, all the soldiers who participated in the war, and the kingdom, extend to you my highest respect and deepest gratitude!"

"We will remember this kindness forever!"

Wilhelm, the old swordsman standing to the side, also stepped forward.

His eyes were filled with complex emotions at this moment, a hint of relief after revenge, and even more so, admiration for Ying Ping's strength.

He bowed deeply to Ying Ping, his voice utterly sincere: "Lord Shadow, thank you... for allowing me to witness the end of this monster in my lifetime."

"The Astreya family and I... will never forget this kindness."

Looking at the two people before him who were taking this matter so seriously, Ying Ping couldn't help but smile easily and wave his hand, saying, "You two are too kind."

"Eliminating the white whale was part of my plan, and I'm actually quite happy to be able to help out."

Upon hearing this, Crusch and Wilhelm exchanged a glance and nodded simultaneously.

Kurohisa stood up and continued, "Furthermore, we have reached an agreement on who should receive the credit for this campaign."

"All credit will belong to Lord Shadow alone!"

"After all, it was you who single-handedly ended the White Whale, that's an indisputable fact, we all saw it, so we would never be greedy for even a little bit."

Hearing this, Ying Ping raised an eyebrow and jokingly said, "Oh? Since you're all being so polite, then I won't refuse."

"Let me make it clear beforehand that I'm a very straightforward person and don't stand on ceremony. Since you've taken the initiative to offer this, I'll gladly accept this tremendous favor!"

Phyllis immediately jumped into Ying Ping's arms, wagging her tail and giggling, "Okay, okay, you can take it, meow!"

Ying Ping patted Phyllis's head, then changed the subject, his tone becoming serious: "However, on the other hand, since I am Emilia's first knight, I will naturally dedicate the achievement of eliminating the White Whale to her."

"This will be the first stepping stone on her path to becoming a royal heir."

Hearing Ying Ping unhesitatingly attribute such a great honor to Emilia, a faint trace of loneliness and envy flashed in Crusch's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by understanding and admiration.

She nodded gently: "That's right, that's how it should be. Lady Emilia is lucky to have a knight like you."

"Meow~ Has Lord Crusch fallen for Shadow Clan?"

Phyllis keenly caught Crusch's fleeting emotion, winked mischievously, and nudged Crusch lightly with her elbow, trying to lighten the mood.

"Phyllis! Don't... don't talk nonsense! What if Lord Shadow misunderstands!"

Crusch's thoughts were exposed, and her handsome face flushed slightly. She glared at Phyllis with feigned seriousness.

Ying Ping saw all of this, but simply smiled and said nothing more.

He looked up at the sky and said, "Well then, now that this matter is settled, I should return to my residence. Farewell, everyone."

"Are you planning to leave already? Perhaps..."

Crusch wanted to persuade her to stay, thinking that at least a victory celebration would be held so she could eat before leaving.

But before she could finish speaking, Ying Ping casually waved at them.

The next moment, he vanished into thin air without leaving a trace.

Flying Thunder God Technique!

"Huh!? Shadow has disappeared?!"

Phyllis was so startled that her cat ears perked up instantly, and her big eyes widened in surprise. She thought she was seeing things and subconsciously rubbed her eyes.

Wilhelm's sharp, hawk-like eyes were filled with unprecedented shock.

He instinctively gripped the hilt of his sword, and said in a deep voice, "...Completely without a trace, what an incredible spatial teleportation ability..."

After a brief silence, an unparalleled sense of awe grew wildly in everyone's hearts.

They originally thought that witnessing the power of Ea was the limit of their understanding, but they never expected that Emilia's knight would also have such an incredible ability hidden.

Kurshu stared blankly at the spot where Yingping had disappeared.

After a long while, she slowly exhaled and shook her head with a wry smile: "It seems that we still know too little about Lord Shadow."

"His power is far more terrifying than we have seen."

Its absolute power to instantly kill a beluga whale, its ability to summon a multitude of mysterious weapons, and now, coupled with its ability to appear and disappear without a trace, similar to spatial teleportation...

Phyllis swallowed hard, then came to her senses and whispered, "Lady Crusch... with a knight as powerful as Shadow Knight... supporting her like a demon god, Lady Emilia... might... really have a chance in the end..."

She didn't say the rest aloud, but the same thought simultaneously arose in the minds of all three people present—

With a knight like Ying Ping, who is beyond reason and unfathomable, Emilia's path to becoming a king, which was originally considered the least likely to succeed, may actually be forged!

In the end, it might really be that silver-haired half-elf girl who ascends to the throne of Lugnica!

This idea, while making Crusch feel immense competitive pressure, also gave rise to new and indescribable expectations for the future of the kingdom.

Meanwhile, far away in the border Count's territory of Roswaal, in the courtyard of a manor.

With a barely perceptible spatial fluctuation, Ying Ping's figure instantly appeared.

He straightened his black trench coat and the tie around his neck, his scarlet eyes gazing at the familiar outline of the mansion, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"I'm back.".

Chapter 134 Returning to the Manor, Preparing to Punish the Slothful Bishop! [Please Subscribe]

Just as Ying Ping's figure appeared in the courtyard, a nimble white figure gracefully leaped down from the tall tower and landed steadily in front of him.