Chapter 77 - The Shard of Solace
[Atlas of Gacha Haven, Seeker Division 2, has accepted the defensive challenge from Orlen of The Shard of Solace, Seeker Division 2.]
Another defense challenge approached, and this time, Atlas intentionally chose an opponent with a strong potential for attack. Morganna had mentioned she was feeling ’a bit bored’ and wanted to fight against humans.
Atlas frowned at her request, unsure how to take it, but he agreed nonetheless.
As usual, he activated the Rank-A Item: Veilstone Cloak, cloaking himself, his troops, and several critical structures from the enemy’s view.
In the distance, an island drifted closer, and a figure appeared at its edge, staring in their direction.
It was a tall man, a gaunt swordsman clad in tattered yet noble attire. His darkened silver armor shimmered faintly with a weird ominous energy. He held a glowing, cursed rapier, and his cold gaze was piercing.
This had to be the Lord, Orlen.
He raised his rapier and pointed it at Morganna, who sat atop a floating throne, legs crossed.
"So, you’re my opponent this time?" the man called out. "Don’t mock me! My rival would be someone named Atlas! Where is Atlas?"
Receiving no response, Orlen pressed on. "I challenge Atlas to a one-on-one duel! The loser hands over all their resources to the winner!"
What was this Lord thinking? A one-on-one duel? Did he think this was sparring? This was war. War meant everyone fought, not just a single combatant.
Morganna finally stood. "No need for Atlas. I’ll slaughter all of you myself."