Overlord: Welcoming the Birth of the King
Chapter 46: Magic "Camouflage" and the Road-Blocking Ogre

Information appeared on the attribute panel. 

It let Tang Zheng know that his sudden shout just now had scared the opponent out. 

Clatter— 

Clatter— 

A large flock of birds flew out from the jungle, heading off into the distance. 

Tang Zheng stared intently ahead at the seemingly tranquil jungle but still found no trace of any creature. 

After such a long period of exploration, 

Tang Zheng had already figured out some basic conditions that would trigger the "Player" ability. 

That goblin who had been tailing him had to be within his line of sight! 

Otherwise, information wouldn't appear on the attribute panel. 

The opponent could hide from his vision and perception but could not evade the innate supernatural ability "Player." 

First-tier magic "Camouflage"? 

Tang Zheng's eyes flickered. He knew this magic had the ability to reduce one's presence and blend oneself with the surrounding jungle environment— 

like a chameleon. 

Moreover, this magic could only be used by faith-based spellcasters. 

Based on his previous speculation about professions! 

Only the Forest Priest and the Druid were basic professions fitting this description. 

Of course, there were also Forest Mages and some mid- to high-tier professions who could use it, but he doubted that goblin possessed those. 

A Druid? 

Good at tracking and capable of using faith-based magic. 

Although the profession levels were divided only into basic, mid, and high tiers, even professions within the same tier had varying strengths. 

For example, the Paladin, though a warrior profession, had various protective skills and the ability to cast faith-based magic. 

In profession classification, the Paladin was still a warrior and did not count toward the spellcaster level. 

The Druid was a similar case. 

Of course, another possibility could not be ruled out! 

The opponent might have the "Forest Priest" profession, which was more support-oriented; if so, then the opponent should have a second profession specializing in tracking. 

A dual-profession user! 

These thoughts flashed quickly through Tang Zheng’s mind, and a cold gleam appeared in his eyes. 

Since he could roughly determine the location, all that remained was to force the opponent out. 

Though the "Camouflage" magic offered high concealment in a jungle environment, the caster could not perform vigorous movements. 

Rustle— 

Rustle— 

Just as Tang Zheng was about to charge through this narrow jungle path, sudden loud noises came from the towering trees on both sides at the entrance of the path. 

The next moment! 

Two massive ogres burst out from the forest, blocking the path’s entrance. 

Seeing this scene, 

Tang Zheng was first stunned, then let out a cold laugh. 

They had really prepared well! 

These two ogres were clearly there to block the entrance. There must be a considerable number of ogres in that goblin group. If he recklessly entered, under this terrain, once these two ogres blocked the entrance! 

Even if he could kill them, it would waste the best retreat time. If the other ogres surrounded him, he would be in real danger. 

Bang! 

Tang Zheng stomped hard on the ground with both feet, accelerating his running speed once again, dashing toward the entrance like a fierce leopard. 

“Swift Strike!” 

A low shout rang out. 

Before the two ogres could stabilize in the gap, Tang Zheng charged first at the left ogre, swinging his iron sword fiercely with a horizontal slash! 

Slish! 

Blood sprayed out. 

Power surged down the blade; the left ogre was cut in half at the waist. At such a close range, the green blood splattered all over Tang Zheng. 

Turning his head! 

Tang Zheng paid no heed and charged toward the right ogre. 

He swung swiftly again! 

Without the skill’s boost, the power and speed of this slash noticeably dropped. 

The right ogre’s eyes showed panic, but compared to the left ogre, it had time to react and quickly raised its huge wooden club to block in front of it. 

Crack— 

The iron sword sliced into the wooden club, scattering debris. The thick club was cut through about two-thirds before stopping. 

The tremendous force from the sword made the ogre take a step back. 

The power of a max-level "Sword Saint" far surpassed that of an ogre averaging only level thirteen or fourteen. Even with the demi-human racial attribute bonus, Tang Zheng’s strength was still dominant. 

Unfortunately! 

Tang Zheng’s eyes showed a hint of regret as he looked at the ogre blocking his attack. 

It was all because of the poor weapon. 

If he had a magic weapon... no, a weapon forged from excellent metal, the opponent wouldn’t have been able to block his sword. 

Seeing that it had blocked the terrifying attack that could kill its comrade in one strike! 

Confusion appeared in the right ogre’s eyes. It seemed unable to comprehend how its comrade was killed with a single slash. 

However, such confusion was obviously not worth pondering for an ogre. It only knew the human before it could not kill itself. The panic faded, and a fierce, vicious expression returned to its face. 

The arm swinging the club was suppressed by the iron sword! 

The ogre raised its other arm, clenched its fist, and slammed hard toward Tang Zheng. 

A gust of wind followed! 

Tang Zheng merely shifted sideways and easily dodged the punch. 

“If that was a human seeing a comrade killed so easily, they would have turned and fled a long time ago. Yet this one even counterattacked?” 

Tang Zheng half-turned his body, looking at the huge fist that had just passed in front of him, speaking mockingly. 

The punch carried full force. If it connected, it would surely cause injury, but if it missed, it was meaningless. 

Tang Zheng raised his empty left hand, aiming at the ogre’s heart. In an instant, an iron sword appeared in his palm. 

He thrust it forward with force! 

The iron sword effortlessly pierced the ogre’s rough and tough skin and plunged into its heart. 

A roar!! 

The ogre twisted powerfully and let out a miserable howl. 

Slish! 

Tang Zheng pulled out the sword. 

Ignoring the ogre that fell in agony, Tang Zheng crossed past the two ogres and headed toward the jungle ahead. 

Just after a few steps, the information on the attribute panel refreshed. 

‘Experience gained 310’ 

‘Experience gained 285’ 

‘Experience: 3215/5000’ 

No matter how tenacious their vitality, one had been severed in half, the other stabbed through the heart; neither lasted more than a few seconds before dying completely. 

At the same time! 

“Roar!!” 

“Wah roar!!” 

“Ah roar!” 

“……” 

Almost simultaneously with the killing of the two ogres, the goblin group behind suddenly erupted with beast-like roars. 

Tang Zheng glanced back, seeing at least five ogres charging out of the jungle. 

Clearly! 

These ogres had originally planned to wait for him to enter the goblin group before emerging, but seeing Tang Zheng not only not enter but instead leave, they could no longer hold back and charged out. 

However! 

The narrow jungle path was unsuitable for multiple massive ogres to charge out together. A group of ogres crowded the narrow path, roaring continuously. 

“Tch, too slow.” 

Tang Zheng raised his iron swords with both hands, his face showing a cold expression as he turned back to look at the jungle ahead. 

Swish! 

Swish! 

Tang Zheng’s twin swords continuously swung at the surrounding bushes, grass, and branches, causing widespread destruction. 

Shattered green leaves scattered. 

Though he didn’t know the goblin’s hiding spot, within the range of his vision, destroying everything once would suffice! 

At the same time! 

About ten meters from Tang Zheng, behind a bush next to a lush tree, the goblin trembled in fear. 

At this moment, this goblin’s entire body was the same color as the surrounding grass and trees, leaving no trace of its presence. 

It was going to die! 

It absolutely would die! 

The whites of the goblin’s eyes were filled with terror and panic as its whole body shook uncontrollably.