Why must the devil be Defeated?
Chapter 442 - 432 ’See if you dare to do it again in the future.

Chapter 442: 432 ’See if you dare to do it again in the future.

"Finally... finally bluffed my way through..."

In the Beizut Family’s grand bathhouse, Shane, dripping with water, seemed tired as he leaned on the wall and walked out.

Don’t get the wrong idea, it was genuine mental exhaustion, not the weak-kneed kind from something salacious that might make it hard to walk.

Although Shane really wanted to transform into a beast and completely devour the Elbein Family’s daughter, who was a treasure trove of blessings, she clearly didn’t share his wishes. Instead, she kept pestering him, grilling him for information. But the moment Shane dared to pounce, she’d swing her fist and send him flying.

"Unless you tell me what you’re hiding from me."

The naked purple-haired girl had said this more than once. Even if her voice was calm and her expression bland, it was because she no longer wore a mask around Shane that it was so impactful. Seeing that unknown beauty, who was definitely a future Kingdom Treasure-level stunner, and her unabashed state, Shane truly wanted to surrender and just spill everything to Tielle.

But, this matter wasn’t suitable for Tielle to know.

Because Shane knew, with Tielle’s personality, if she found out about Moro and the Lefirut Family’s matter, she very likely might disappear without a word and confront them on her own, looking to settle things once and for all.

Don’t doubt it, this was totally something Tielle would do.

This girl had never feared danger and had never had the habit of entrusting her own matters to someone else, depending on someone else, or asking someone else for help. So, Shane could very confidently say that once she knew about this, she would surely seek to resolve it alone.

That was absolutely not okay.

Shane recalled the intelligence Harvis had provided him.

"The Lefirut Family’s elite assassination squad is usually comprised of loyal dogs trained from a young age."

"They have a very covert institution that’s always secretly collecting talented, skilled children or abandoned infants and subjects them to closed-off, comprehensive training."

"During this process, who knows how many can’t stand the training’s rigor and die, and how many go mad and are ’dealt with,’ eventually leaving behind a small portion who have lost themselves, are numb to reality, and follow orders blindly."

"It’s precisely because of this that the Lefirut Family’s elite assassination squad can even compete with the past Slaughterer Faction."

Such elite assassins trained by the Lefirut Family were all at least Level Sixty and above, and amongst them, there were even Level Seventy elites, solving many issues and opponents for the Lefirut Family.

This time, the Lefirut Family seemed to have dispatched a ten-person squad, two of whom had reached Level Seventy, and the remaining eight were all above Level Sixty, very formidable indeed.

And William himself was a person adopted by the current head of the Lefirut Family, having shown exceptional performance in the breeding institution, he was allowed into the Lefiret house, becoming a major asset under the family head’s command.

"His level is as high as Seventy-seven, and he even has a Unique Skill that’s said to be very bloody and ruthless. Without being on guard, even Legendary level fighters could be killed."

"Two years ago, William had a clash with Killian from the Slaughterer Faction. In the end, if Beddo hadn’t intervened, Killian might have been killed by him."

"I once sparred with him under the guise of exchanging pointers, not using my Unique Skill or Thunderstorm, and he did not use his Unique Skill either. Although I had the upper hand, I could not defeat him."

With that in mind, it was clear how strong William was.

For Shane, this opponent might not be much, but for Tielle, he was a formidable enemy that was hard to defeat.

At least, Shane couldn’t see a future where Tielle defeated William, much less overcoming a ten-person assassination squad—unless she tapped into the "horn’s" power.

But that would be a big problem.

Once the "horn’s" power was unleashed, Tielle in a frenzied state could very well end up tearing the Royal Capital apart.

In terms of potential, Tielle certainly wouldn’t lose to William.

But Tielle was still young, only sixteen, and her strength was still improving. To compare with William, who was nearly thirty, was naturally not an easy task.

So, Shane couldn’t possibly tell Tielle about this.

"I’m doing this for your own good, you mischievous little elf; you’re still so relentless with me."

Shane sighed while leaning on the wall.

"One day, I’ll make you kneel and call me daddy, and see if you dare to try this again."

Shane felt indignant as he planned to return to his room.

Having spent the day out, he heard Lilith awoke and couldn’t find him, nearly turning the Beizut Family upside down. If it weren’t for Ai Yi and Lasha intervening, that Evil God might have already charged into the streets.

Therefore, Shane had to properly coddle the girl to prevent this overly clingy tyke from making a scene daily.

As Shane thought this, he was completely unaware that beside him, the Goddess blended with nature was also sighing in exasperation.

"So, his relationship with another of the Destiny God’s Blessed has reached this stage?"

Nudura found it both amusing and poignant.

"It’s amazing how this Hero manages."

As an observer of all this, Nudura pondered thoughtfully.

"Speaking of which, the name ’Moro’...it feels like I’ve heard it somewhere before..."

After witnessing the exchange between Shane and Harvis, Nudura had been muttering to herself.

But, for some reason, Nudura just couldn’t remember the details about the name.

"It’s a bit troubling; if I have some free time, I should probably check on the situation in the Empire."

Nudura decided thus.

However, at that moment, Nudura suddenly felt a tremor.

"What’s this...?"

Nadura furrowed her brow, and her pretty face grew somber.

During this time, Nadura had devoted all her attention to Shane, but for some beings she cared about, she had also spared a bit of her spirit, surveilling them unconsciously through the flowers, grass, trees, and other elements of nature.

Under such circumstances, once a being of her concern did something inconceivable or encountered a situation, the flora and fauna in nature would convey the information to Nadura, letting her know everything.

Therefore, Nadura already knew that the candidate of her blessings whom she fancied was now in trouble.

"Should I go and help her?"

Nadura hesitated.

To her, it was nothing more than a trivial effort.

However, once she intervened, it would inevitably be noticed by beings like the Dragon Demon and Lilith.

If they noticed, it would be impossible for her to continue observing Shane in this quiet and unnoticed manner.

Especially the Dragon Demon—even though she had seen a different side of him here, to Nadura, this being was still grumpy and ferocious, not easy to deal with.

If she knew that Nadura had set her sights on someone she fancied, would she possibly storm into the Divine World demanding an explanation?

That would be troublesome.

"Right."

Nadura shifted her gaze to Shane who was walking ahead, leaning on a wall.

"He possesses the Mother Goddess’s blessing, so he should have the power of my blessing too."

The Supreme God’s Blessing included the world’s protection, and the effects of all blessings from goddesses of the Divine Race could work on him; among them must also be her power—the "Blessing of the Nature God."

If that was the case...

"Using the method we usually use to enlighten believers and blesseds should allow me to communicate with him directly."

Just like how Iris could borrow the power of the Life Goddess through her prayers, the goddesses could also connect directly with the hearts of their devotees or blessed individuals to communicate.

"Let’s proceed with that plan."

Nadura made her decision.

...

"Hm?"

Shane, who was heading in the direction of his room, suddenly stopped in his tracks, his expression changing slightly.

For in that instant, a subtle magic power descended upon him, as if forming a connection, enveloping him.

"What’s this?"

Shane instinctively tried to mobilize his magic power to break free from the surrounding magic force.

However, before he could do that, a voice unbelievably arose from the depths of his heart.

"Hello, Hero Shane."

It was a voice as clear as a spring in water and as comforting as a gentle breeze through the forest, uplifting and soothing to the soul.

"Who are you?"

Shane halted his intended actions and silently inquired in his mind.

The other party offered a response.

"I am Nadura, Nature Goddess Nadura."

The owner of the voice thus informed Shane, causing him to be surprised.

"Nature Goddess? One of the Three Great Goddesses of the Divine Race?"

Wasn’t that the pinnacle of the Divine World, on the same level as Anima?

"It is a pleasure to meet you, and I’m delighted to be so fondly remembered by a hero like you; it is truly an honor for me."

The dignified and courteous voice spoke such words, making Shane feel as if he saw a noble princess bowing to him, leading to wonder and admiration in his heart.

This elegance, dignity, and courtesy—even Shane could understand that the other party must be an extremely pure and flawless being.

However...

"I’m very sorry to contact you in such a presumptuous manner, but there’s something I’d like to ask for your help with. It might be a bit urgent, so could you please head to this place right now?"

With those words, information emerged in Shane’s mind, guiding him to his destination.

Then, before Shane could be puzzled, the Nature Goddess’s explanation followed promptly.

"In that place, a child I care about is in trouble."

"She is someone you know too."

"Her name is Merica."

With these words, Shane’s gaze suddenly sharpened.