Like fires from myth burning, the white flames seemed capable of melting all the unclean things in the world. The Platinum Hero used high-tier magic, a Holy Flame specifically designed to counter Evil Species. Lower Undead would howl in agony just from being touched by the light of these flames, and the moment they were caught by them, they would turn to ash without leaving a trace of impurity—it was the attribute most hated by evil races.
The Platinum Dragon Lord brandished the precious sword burning with Holy Flame, his pure white metal armor becoming even brighter under the influence of the holy attribute, like a legendary Hero who redeems the world—at a single glance, anyone would think so of his noble posture. However, Ainz felt a strong sense of deja vu; this "Knight of Justice" fashion sense was something that one guy liked.
"8th-tier Holy-attribute magic—Holy Flame, is it? As expected of the Hero of this world, to be able to use magic of this level so easily means his level is likely around 90. It's highly possible he has mastered powerful Super-tier Magic. I remember the Super-tier Magic of a Paladin is..." Ainz was collecting data on the intruder, because even against a level 90 Paladin, Albedo could handle it alone, leaving no room for him to intervene. Moreover, fighting a Paladin himself wouldn't allow him to provide much support, so there was no need to do anything unnecessary.
The Platinum Dragon Lord released his mana, and the 8th-tier magic in his hands far exceeded its original power. The burning sensation of the flames could be felt even by Ainz and the others standing nearby. Although it wasn't enough to cause damage, Ainz instinctively hated this stuff.
The precious sword brandished with Holy Flame, attacking like a wild storm. The surrounding leaves and grass were instantly burned into a puff of white smoke, and the extreme heat even burned the ashes to an invisible degree. And this was just the aftermath in the surroundings; Albedo, at the very center, was hit head-on by this sword, and her entire body was covered in flames.
But—it had no effect—that armor didn't even show a single scratch—the Succubus directly tore through the Holy Flame and swung her giant axe down toward the Hero's head, the coldness in her eyes seeming to mock him—is this really the full extent of your power?
The Holy Flame attack was indeed as Ainz had expected. After all, Albedo's equipment was luxurious, and since Albedo's classes were basically all "tank" types, her HP and dual defenses were quite high. It was impossible for her to be injured by a Paladin of a lower level than her.
Furthermore, because Albedo's master—Ainz Ooal Gown—was also nearby, the passive of the Guardian Lord class was utilized to its fullest. Albedo possessed skills that strengthened her own attributes while in her own camp, along with the divine shielding skill. Albedo, who was strengthened toward the Guardian class in all aspects, might not have much attack power, but the price paid for that was unparalleled defense and resistance. She was currently the strongest tank in Nazarick, and a mere level 90 knight simply couldn't break her defense.
The Platinum Dragon Lord parried in time, but was still hammered into the ground by this axe. Centered on him, a circular area of the surroundings collapsed, and a huge pit formed instantly, showing how terrifying the strength of the two was.
However, if one could see the status display bar at this moment, they would find that the Platinum Dragon Lord's MP had already shown signs of depletion, and his HP, because of this just
recent strike, began to drop, whereas Albedo's status was still full; even if there was a slight consumption from using skills, it would be replenished in the next second, as if no consumption had occurred.
The Platinum Dragon Lord looked at Albedo solemnly.
Could the Player be this Succubus?
For the Succubus race, the woman before him was incredibly strong. If she wasn't the Player from this crossing, then how strong was that Player? He clearly knew the startling information that there was only one Player in this crossing.
Or was the Player that one Magic Caster?
Judging by the performance of the others, they all seemed to revere that one Magic Caster, but it was also possible that this was just a disguise and the real Player was this Succubus. In his understanding, the Player must be the strongest person among this group.
Because in the past, he had never seen a case where those characters called "NPCs" were stronger than the Players, and NPCs were lives created by Players, equivalent to high-level Familiars, so the Player must be stronger.
If Ainz knew what the Platinum Dragon Lord was thinking, he would surely nod in silence. However, this wouldn't be to confirm the Platinum Dragon Lord's guess as correct, but rather because Ainz didn't want to reveal the truth—the information that some NPCs really are stronger than Players. After all, there were NPCs in Nazarick who were so strong they were ridiculous, monsters that even Ainz and the other Guardians together might not be able to defeat.
"What's wrong? Have you already given up struggling and intend to surrender to us?" Albedo slowly descended, her majestic figure like a true Valkyrie.
The pitch-black wings added a bit of charm.
Clearly a Succubus, yet she was like an angel when she was serious. It must be said that the one who created her had truly miraculous hands. This is the power of a tech-otaku!
The Platinum Dragon Lord showed no emotion.
He said, "You must be the masterminds behind the Goddess Cult. It's a pity that with my personal strength I indeed cannot stop you yet, but as long as the power of this world is gathered, we will surely be able to stop your plans!"
What is this one guy talking about—we are the masterminds behind the Goddess Cult—gathering the power of this world to stop us? Ainz was momentarily at a loss upon hearing the intruder's words. Although he showed no emotion on the surface, he was screaming in his heart: when did they become the masterminds, and why didn't he know any of this beforehand? No! Now is not the time to think about such things. that one guy just said he was going to gather the power of the whole world to crusade against them!
Ainz had only just reacted when the Guardians had already taken action in advance, heavily surrounding the Platinum Dragon Lord. Although they didn't know what the Platinum Dragon Lord was talking about, considering that the identity of the Platinum Dragon Lord was that of a "legendary Hero," they felt they absolutely could not let this guy go back alive.
"Since you intend to use such means, then we can no longer let you live."
Demiurge said with narrowed eyes.
He felt that the intruder's words were completely a bluff, but they wouldn't fall for it. Although there was a certain risk, as this guy's identity could indeed influence public opinion, as long as they didn't let this guy speak nonsense, it would be fine. Kill him right here!
They didn't consider taking him prisoner because he wasn't as easy to deal with as previous intruders. Although there is a gap between level 90 and level 100, if equipment and class bonuses are added, the gap can be narrowed.
Moreover, he had just been taught a lesson.
One must not underestimate the opponent!
One must act with the resolve to kill the opponent!
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