Hero Route 2

Cotan smiled, thoughtfully nodding: "Since she's here, even if the enemy sends Goblin Centurions, it won't be a problem.

Therefore, I need to prepare for my next lecture."

"Ah?!"

This sudden 180-degree turn left the believer speechless.

"But, Steel Hero-sama, without you here, if Exterminate Hero-sama and Rod Hero-sama face the Goblin Centurions, they might be in danger!

You need to be there to provide solid support, so that they can unleash their full potential!" The believer said loudly.

"No, no, no." Cotan chuckled and shook his head, "You don't understand.

When I first met the Exterminate Hero, she could unexpectedly kill a Goblin Centurion.

Now, it's been a while.

Do you think she still needs my help?"

"This…" The believer was also stunned.

"Trust me, the Exterminate Hero is enough!

Because, the Exterminate Hero is the strongest!

Leave the enemy to her!" Cotan smiled and patted the believer on the shoulder.

The believer hesitated for a moment, then nodded forcefully: "Yes!

Since Steel Hero-sama says so, then I'll trust you!

Exterminate Hero-sama is the strongest!"

"Yes! She's the strongest!" Cotan nodded firmly.

He wasn't lying!

After all…

On the day they met, the "Exterminate Hero" had instantly killed two Goblin Centurions upon arrival.

No one knew this, only he did.

And days had passed, let alone three Goblin Centurions, even ten wouldn't be a match for the Exterminate Hero!

As for repaying the Exterminate Hero's life-saving grace…

Life-saving grace could be repaid later!

Not bothering the Exterminate Hero was the best support!

...

Steel Hero's refusal to participate, based on the reason that "the Exterminate Hero alone is enough," was nonsensical, but it did highlight the Exterminate Hero's strength as the strongest hero of the era!

Of course, most believers remained skeptical.

In their understanding, heroes always acted in teams. If it was just the Exterminate Hero alone, she might not be able to deal with a prepared Goblin Centurion.

On the other side, Dus also received news of the Goblin counterattack.

He hadn't been fighting during this time, he had been "resting".

In short, he was partying day and night.

He would occasionally guide new heroes, but unlike before, he rarely boasted about his achievements.

After facing the Goblin Centurion with Anyi's group, he felt that many of his so-called achievements were insignificant.

Even two inexperienced girls were able to protect themselves, how could he still boast about his skills?

After returning, he reviewed his entire battle.

The result was…

He had failed his team.

He had missed multiple opportunities to kill the Goblin Centurion because of his bad habits.

The reason Miruku was attacked wasn't because she didn't dodge, but because he had been injured, exposing her positions.

In short, she were the victim.

And he was the one who had truly made a mistake.

His current state of confusion was a consequence of that mistake.

"Goblin Centurion? I can't handle it alone, go invite Holy Maiden and the others." Dus waved his hand at the believer, continuing to drink in the tavern.

"To be honest, Rod Hero-sama, Holy Maiden-sama, and the other three heroes are far away in Matt Kingdom.

The Goblins could attack at any time, and you're one of the few heroes in town with experience fighting Goblin Centurions!" The believer said anxiously.

"Ah, are there others who have fought Goblin Centurions?" Dus was immediately interested.

"Yes, we've also invited Exterminate Hero-sama and Steel Hero-sama to participate." The believer replied.

"Exterminate Hero?!"

Dus, who had been leaning on the table, suddenly sat up straight.

The believer was also stunned.

Logically, this kind of tavern should be full of gossips.

Could it be that the news of Exterminate Hero-sama's presence in town… hadn't spread widely?

The reason was that those who had met the Exterminate Hero were intimidated by her, resulting in only a small number of heroes daring to discuss it openly.

After all, this was a sizable town, the population was large, the spread of news was slow, and small-scale discussions hadn't spread throughout the town.

"You mean, the Exterminate Hero is currently in town? And she's going to fight?" Dus confirmed again.

"That's right!" The believer nodded.

"…Good! I'll participate in this Goblin counterattack!"

Dus slammed his glass on the table and stood up.

The reason for his drastic change was…

It wasn't just Ariana and the others who had saved him, but also the Exterminate Hero!

If it weren't for "her" appearance, the five of them might have been in serious danger when facing the Goblin Centurion!

Even with two Encourages, a single Goblin Centurion was already difficult to handle, let alone three?

If it weren't for the "Exterminate Hero" killing the other two before they could arrive, what would have happened… Dus didn't even dare to imagine!

He followed the believer and went to the League of Heroes.

A number of level 5 heroes had already gathered in the stadium. Those below level 5 lacked combat experience and didn't participate in this counterattack.

Dus entered the stadium, looking for a certain hero.

But after looking around, he didn't see the red hair mentioned in the report.

「She's not here?」 Dus was a little disappointed.

He had heard that she was a very reclusive hero, living in the mountains, not close to others, and rarely spoke.

When she met Steel Hero, she only left her name on the ground without directly interacting with him.

After making her move, she left without saying a word.

Based on her personality, it was normal for her not to participate in such a large-scale counterattack, after all, she was used to acting alone.

Just as he was thinking this…

Suddenly, a believer entered from outside, bringing another woman with her.

The woman had fair skin and a beautiful face. Most importantly, her long crimson hair instantly attracted the attention of all the heroes and believers!

Exterminate Hero…

Had arrived!

Feeling everyone's gaze, Elza felt a little uncomfortable.

Sure enough… everyone must think her current appearance is strange.

Her skin was pale and unhealthy, and her hair had turned red!

Everyone must be thinking, "Ah, this person has an incurable disease, she must not live long"!

Thinking this, Elza frowned slightly.

Instantly, the atmosphere in the hall turned freezing cold, as if they had fallen into an ice cellar. The chilling cold could be felt in their breath!

Is this the Exterminate Hero's aura?!

Killing intent!

Terrifying killing intent!

Dus wanted to greet her, but seeing her icy expression, he immediately lost his enthusiasm.

She really was as reclusive as the rumors said.

If he acted too familiar, it would surely incur her hostility!

When facing this kind of woman, it's best to keep it brief during battles or decision-making.

She probably only likes to "talk business".

Without paying much attention to her, Dus quickly received a report from the believers.

They basically told him what had happened and the current situation.

In short, new Goblins had appeared in the forest, they were counterattacking, and there was a possibility of Goblin Centurions among them.

This was just a "possibility," meaning they were preparing for the worst-case scenario.

The reason they told Dus was because he had been one of the chairmen during the previous counterattack.

This time, they also asked him to chair the meeting.

Because Steel Hero wasn't coming, and the Exterminate Hero…

Well, wasn't suitable.

Entering a meeting room of considerable size, the heroes took their seats, and the believers stood, ready to provide information at any time.

Dus stood on the podium.

And Elza, like a flower amongst green leaves, was seated at the center of the meeting room, surrounded by everyone.

Other heroes consciously kept three seats away from her, leaving her alone in the room.

Since she preferred to be alone, it's better if no one bothers her!

The other heroes unconsciously thought the same.

But…

Elza sat in the center, looking distressed.

「Is it because I'm a patient… that everyone wants to keep their distance from me…?」

Her eyes felt a little sore.

She wanted to cry!

This feeling of isolation was so uncomfortable…

The others, seeing Elza's grim expression, didn't dare to approach, even feeling a little scared.

As expected of the Exterminate Hero, just sitting there was enough to make people feel her intense killing intent!

Everyone took their seats, and Dus began to discuss the next plan.

"In the short term, our goal should be reconnaissance.

Worst-case scenario, there are Goblin Centurions among the enemy.

Our immediate goal is to confirm the existence of Goblin Centurions."

Dus spoke, tapping the map of the forest behind him.

"The method is simple.

If they want to counterattack, they will naturally go back to their destroyed bases, or even rebuild them in the same location.

Just like if your home village was destroyed, most people would return to those ruins.

I think the Goblins will do the same.

Therefore, the secret passage that the Succubus provided will be useful.

Because even the most agile Goblin Centurions only have 20 Agility, I will lead a team with Agility above 20 to conduct reconnaissance in the forest.

Anyone willing to join?

Or if you have other suggestions, speak up."

After speaking, Dus glanced around.

"I'm willing to join!"

Quickly, a hero shouted.

"I'll join too! My Agility is above 20!"

"Me too!"

"And me!"

"Take me!"

In total, five heroes wanted to join the reconnaissance team.

There were only a few teams of heroes present, and almost two-thirds of them volunteered.

At this moment—

The red-haired girl in the meeting room raised her hand.

Everyone immediately turned their attention to her.

Elza, feeling stiff, still spoke: "That, it's just killing Goblins, is it necessary to be so troublesome?"

Silence fell upon the hall.

…Crazy!

Such a crazy statement!

It's just killing Goblins, is it necessary to be so troublesome?!

That's right, it's just killing Goblins, but…

The reason for this discussion was to deal with Goblin Centurions!

She said it was just killing Goblins?!

Ah, in the Exterminate Hero's eyes, Goblin Centurions and ordinary Goblins were no different?!

Dus was also shocked by her words.

That's right, this woman could kill a Goblin Centurion in a single strike.

Without exaggeration, she might be even stronger than the Holy Maiden's team!

Dus improvised: "In that case, how about Miss Aisha joining our reconnaissance team?

If we find a Goblin Centurion, we can launch a surprise attack and kill it."

Elza was stunned.

Aisha?

Aisha? Is that me?

Wait!

Ah…

I misspelled my name yesterday?!

She didn't actually know how to spell her name, she only knew the pronunciation.

She had misspelled it!

Elza felt her brain swelling, embarrassed and wanting to disappear.

Aisha… whatever, Aisha is Aisha!

No one here knows her anyway!

Seeing the Exterminate Hero lowering her head, her expression increasingly unfriendly, they began to suspect.

Does she dislike team activities?

After all, before entering the forest, she was always a "lone wolf".

Just as Dus and the others thought Elza would refuse, she suddenly nodded.

"Yes, I'll join." Elza said.

Even though she didn't know what a Goblin Centurion was, it was just those green-skinned monsters, which she could easily handle.

"Good! Then it's settled!" Dus slapped the map.

The meeting continued, and Dus and the other heroes discussed and formulated the next plan to deal with the Goblins.

Because Goblin Shamans might appear in the forest, they were too dangerous for new heroes.

Therefore, after clearing most of the Goblins, the forest would be reopened to new heroes.

Besides the reconnaissance plan, another important plan was the Goblin extermination plan.

Goblin Shamans weren't impossible to defeat, but if hundreds and thousands of Goblins gathered together, it would be devastating for new heroes.

Therefore, they had to find a way to eliminate those Goblins that gathered together, returning the monsters to a scattered state, allowing new heroes to gain combat experience.

The meeting ended, and half an hour later, the reconnaissance team set off.

Entering the forest, the team, all with 20+ Agility, moved quickly.

But Elza dashed through the trees like a streak of red lightning, running forward before slowing down to take a break.

She wasn't tired, she was waiting for the others to catch up.

The heroes suddenly felt that their 20+ Agility wasn't anything special, it was far inferior to the Exterminate Hero's.

And in Dus's memory, only one person could achieve this level of performance.

Thorn Hero, Miruku · Sinsa.

Ah…

Exterminate Hero's Agility was at least above 35!