It wasn't a traditional cold weapon spear, but a firearm loaded with ammunition—a pistol.
Bai En wondered if he was just ignorant; had such a weapon already appeared in the Clover Kingdom? However, the pistol didn't seem to be loaded with ammunition, but rather... magic-compressed flames.
The condensed flame bullets struck the lightning arrows, and flames and lightning intertwined and dispersed. Amidst the scattered sparks, a second flame bullet instantly flew past the overflowing light, exploding on the attacker with lightning speed.
Flames ignited, accompanied by spurting blood, and the attacker, enveloped in raging fire, let out a pained scream.
At this moment, above the protruding Magic Palace, amidst the interwoven light and shadows of the forest, many Mages wearing dark gray magic robes appeared. Without any hesitation, thick vines, extending chains... several magic attacks assailed Bai En and his two companions.
With grimoires unlike those in the Clover Kingdom, Bai En recognized them as Mages from the Diamond Kingdom at first glance. His pearly white grimoire floated in the air, and his 'Zhan Yan' appeared in his hand. He was about to swing it for a strike, but several buzzing sounds instantly rang in his ears.
"Flame Magic, Accumulated Fire · Butterfly Flame."
Gu Sen's hand once again produced a pistol with spreading flame patterns. Wielding two pistols, he continuously pulled the triggers, scattering sparks at the muzzle. The fired flame bullets danced in the air like a swarm of fiery butterflies.
The phantom butterflies weaved through every magic attack aimed at Bai En and his two companions. Amidst the swirling smoke, the fiery butterflies remained, striking every Mage in a dark gray magic robe without a blind spot.
Blood lines gushed out, and figures fell one after another.
Bai En observed Gu Sen and the pistol in his hand. 'His perception of magic is excellent, and his magic release speed is quite fast. He's not weak; in fact, he ranks among the Mages I've met, even a cut above Uncle Jie Kai.'
'The pistol... although it looks like a pure firearm, it's more than that.'
'...Similar to my tempered kitchenware, it seems to be a magic tool forged from some special metal or ore, capable of enhancing magic power. It's quite good when paired with a Mage... If there's a drawback, it's that it consumes a lot of mana.'
Admiring the scene of his enemies falling like mountains, Gu Sen casually blew at the lingering smoke from his gun, like a cool Western cowboy. But on closer inspection, beads of sweat had quietly formed on his forehead.
Like wind caressing tender green grass, a subtle, unusual magic force entered Bai En's perception range. Almost in the next moment, he drew his sword and slashed. An invisible strike swept past the swirling wind.
The venomous snake that had sprung to bite was instantly decapitated. The strike didn't stop, heading straight into the bushes behind him.
At the same time, a swift wind arrow descended from high above. The direction of the attack was precisely the severed snake and the faint patch of jungle where the strike had landed. It was clear that the newcomer's move seemed to be an aid, not an enemy.
Blood stained the grass, and the one who fell was a Mage from the Diamond Kingdom, dressed in the same dark gray magic robe as before.
'Huh? How can this be? More enemies?'
The 'cool' Gu Sen froze. 'That was close, I almost got bitten again. This guy... his reaction is so fast!'
When he turned to look at Bai En beside him, he found Bai En staring intently at the sky. "What's going on?"
Chaotic winds began to sweep the land, the airflow pressing against the surrounding trees. Amidst the rustling of leaves, a swirling tornado hovered in the air, with three figures standing prominently on it.
'Enemies? This magic power is so strong!'
Gu Sen and Nancy simultaneously adopted defensive stances. It wasn't until the whirlwind dissipated and the figures in the sky descended that Gu Sen clearly saw who they were. His pupils slightly contracted. "People from the Golden Dawn?"
"Yuno, I told you not to meddle. Our goal is only to conquer this Magic Palace; the lives and deaths of others have nothing to do with us." The man leading the Golden Dawn adjusted the frames of his glasses, speaking to the black-haired youth beside him with extreme displeasure.
"Klaus, I'm just greeting a friend I know; it won't delay us."
"Hmph~ That's for the best." Klaus Lunette, with his side-swept bangs, snorted.
"Yo~ Bai En, long time no see. That strike just now, I guess that counts as returning your favor, right?" Yuno smiled as he observed Bai En.
"No way, your attack arrived a step too late." Bai En maintained a smile, not at all going along with his wishes, merely saying 'long time no see' in return.
Their last meeting must have been three months ago. Both observed each other, and judging by the rising magic power from each, they silently evaluated the other in their hearts. 'You've gotten stronger, Yuno.'
'Your magic power has increased again, Bai En.'
"Oh oh oh~"
Suddenly, an untimely sound rang out. Gu Sen, like a dancing peacock, took small steps towards the only girl among the three Golden Dawn members. In his hand, he held a purple wildflower he'd picked from who-knows-where.
"My beautiful lady, I am Gu Sen Raguel of the Aqua Deer Squad. May I ask your name?"
The blonde girl lowered her head and chuckled, answering, "Mimosa Vermillion, please take care of me."
"Miss Mimosa."
"Hm hm?"
"Your name is as lovely as you are beautiful."
Mimosa covered her smiling mouth. "Are all the members of your Aqua Deer Squad like you? You're quite interesting."
"Is that what you think, Miss Mimosa? Would you like to get to know us better?" Gu Sen offered the wildflower in his hand. "I wonder if I'll have the chance to treat you to a meal after the mission ends?"
"Where did this shameless fellow come from?!" Klaus stepped forward and reprimanded Gu Sen.
"Huh? Four-eyes, what are you doing? Don't interrupt my conversation with this beautiful lady!"
"Four-eyes?" Klaus's face showed annoyance. "I am a noble!"
Before their conflict could escalate, Bai En stepped forward and pulled Gu Sen away. Gu Sen struggled forcefully but to no avail. "Gu Sen, we're here to carry out a mission, not to make friends with girls."
"Hey, hey, wait, Bai En, I haven't gotten her answer yet..."
Gu Sen scraped his feet on the ground, hoping to stop Bai En's actions, but a marksman who had barely trained his physique could only be dragged along by Bai En, who had trained with breathing techniques.
A mark was left on the ground.
"She's not interested in you."
"What nonsense are you talking about? With my handsome and dashing face, what woman can't I win over? Kid, it seems I'll have to teach you a few tricks when I have time. Good boy, don't drag me; I still need to get to know her better." Gu Sen tried to negotiate with Bai En.
Bai En said coldly, "If you don't want to die too soon, stay away from her. Vermillion is royalty."
"And... please don't hit on women in front of me again; it's truly embarrassing!"
"Why?"
"Like a male peacock in heat."
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