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Chapter 176
Swish––
The swiftly flowing arrow closed in dangerously near to Kenneth's head now. Faced with the impending threat of penetration, Kenneth's response was, however, not panic, but a stern scowl. Acting with quick precision, he drew his sword and skillfully deflected the arrow.
"…!"
The assassin, who shot the arrow, seemed surprised by Kenneth's skill as he made a rustling sound from a distant tree. Kenneth didn't miss that tiny noise.
‘There you are.’
Holding his sword, Kenneth retorted in a low voice, "Why don't you come out? Stop hiding like a rat."
His cold voice echoed through the forest. Soon, the hidden figures revealed themselves, all dressed in black with black masks, clearly suspicious.
Shiiing––
Without any warning, the group in black aimed their weapons at him. If they had been thieves after Kenneth’s wealth or had any other motive, they would have threatened him and spoken some words to achieve their goal.
"..."
