This isn’t a story of a noble knight or a savior. This is the tale of a cynical knight in the hack-and-slash game world with the maximum difficulty setting. 

No system to help him.

No status panel to notify his progress.

No HUD to give him hints.

However, one hope remains. The knight “Crow” retains an in-game ability. By shattering objects or defeating enemy leaders, he can summon random game items as if the world itself is still a game. With a pet crow "Cow-Cow" by his side, the Crow Knight trudges through this treacherous land, armed with sarcasm, stubbornness, and a knack for minding his own business until fate decides otherwise.

Also, please do not speak in caps. He hates it.

Oh, did I forget to mention that his pet crow has three legs? What? It isn't important? Never mind, then.

Lia and Lenitia's faces turned ashen. I raised an eyebrow, stroking my chin, almost mimicking Alfred's habit.


In the game, emperors, empresses, kings, and queens never joined skirmishes, except in siege battles at their capitals. Their drop tables were legendary as at least five items were guaranteed, and one of them was always a legendary item.


Alfred demanded I surrender such drops to the army in exchange for protection and monthly wages. I doubted the pay was worth more than a legendary item.


I inhaled deeply and smacked my forehead. What value would legendary gear hold for a dead man? Better to live than be killed in my sleep.


"Fine." I made my decision. "When is the execution scheduled?"


Alfred's expression turned solemn. "In three days."


Chapter 92 - New Job