Chapter 114: High Elf (1)
“What exactly... are you?” Arkemis asked Ketal.
At first, she mistook Ketal for a superior being, perhaps even a dragon. The aura and presence emanating from him were beyond anything a human could produce, closer instead to that of a predator.
That was why she initially felt fear and intended to exclude him. However, after their first conversation, she concluded that he was merely a barbarian with an unusual physique—certainly unique, but not overwhelmingly strong.
Even after closely examining his internal condition, her assessment didn’t change, simply because Ketal didn’t wield Myst.
“I assumed you were just one of those barbarians from the north. It wouldn’t have been strange if at least one of them had adapted to society,” Arkemis said.
Yet the strength Ketal displayed in battle against the demon was entirely different.
“You’re exceptionally strong,” she continued.
Ketal didn’t understand Myst, and strength without Myst understanding should have clear limits. Even hundreds like him would normally fail to leave a scratch on someone like Arkemis.
Yet, Ketal defeated a demon—not merely defeated, but utterly overwhelmed. A named demon had been tossed about like a mere toy. She realized that even if she had been his opponent, the outcome would have likely remained unchanged.
More impressive was the subsequent expansion of his senses. Closing one’s eyes to concentrate wasn’t unusual, but Ketal had extended his perception beyond the forest and into the capital.
“You’re... too powerful.” Arkemis gulped hard.
She was not weak herself. She possessed true Transcendent strength and could wield even greater power within her domain. Even the renowned Swordmaster Maximus couldn’t guarantee victory against her. Her strength was among the highest on the continent.