Amber Sword
Chapter 69 - 69 Act 27 Soul Diamond_2

69: Act 27 Soul Diamond_2 69: Act 27 Soul Diamond_2 The Elite Withered Beast wailed, still wanting to resist, but Brand twisted his sword, and a bright silver fire shot out from the blade—The giant beast finally lowered its head powerlessly, its life heading towards decay.

The Fire of Purification lost its suppression of the opponent’s vitality and toughness, and in an instant surged, turning it into a raging fireball.

Then countless golden lights flew up from the giant fireball and merged into Brand’s body—

17 experience points.

Suddenly, he felt a cool sensation in his palm, instinctively spreading his hand open, and found a wisp of black smoke emerging from the giant beast, concentrating in his palm.

The smoke gradually solidified, forming a cold, black crystal.

Soul Crystal!

Unexpectedly, this thing appeared here, Brand’s heart startled and then came an unexpected joy.

The Power of Soul is the purest energy in this world, not only utilized by Madara’s Undead Wizards, but actually, wizards from other schools also research ways to develop it—In the game, the soul crystal can be converted into experience for the character through a ritual, and can also activate some items and energize some magic equipment.

Like the Wind Queen’s Ring.

This soul crystal had at least 30 experience points in size and capacity, enough to energize the Wind Queen’s Ring once with some leftovers.

How could Brand not be delighted?

He originally thought that because of unforeseen circumstances, he had used the Wind Queen’s Ring prematurely and had to find a safe place to hide for three hours before continuing.

Without the Wind Queen’s Ring, he wouldn’t dare to wander around this valley.

But anyway, three hours of time was wasted.

However, he didn’t expect a turnaround in the end.

He sheathed his sword, looked back, and found the nearest Withered Beast infant had already crawled onto the platform, startling him.

At this moment, both he and Frey were exhausted and couldn’t withstand another fierce battle.

One beast was manageable, but being entangled would be troublesome.

On the other side, the severely injured Frey relaxed seeing Brand kill the giant bush monster, but upon seeing those spiky creatures reappear at the other end of the rocky platform, her heart tightened again.

The girl frowned, trying to struggle up, but saw Brand stride over quickly, not giving her a chance to object, scooping her up horizontally and running towards Roman.

“Ah.”

“Put, put me down—”

The future Valkyrie was currently just a girl from Buqi Town, her face burning hot.

She struggled a bit but Brand didn’t listen, so she could only turn her face away, red to her ears, letting him hold her quietly.

At the cliffside, Roman had already climbed up.

The future Miss Merchant was not a timid girl, decisive in her actions, and Brand had no doubt if he and Frey couldn’t climb up, she would climb back down alone.

More and more Withered Beasts had already climbed up.

He had only a few seconds left.

He tied the rope around Frey, then looped it around his own waist, feeling the girl in his arms tense up instantly, but there was no time to worry about that.

Luckily, enough experience allowed him to level up, raising the mercenary to level 3, his strength reaching 2.5 energy levels, enough to pull them both up with one hand.

At the critical moment, a Withered Beast infant even leapt up, gripping his foot, but Brand reacted faster, stabbing straight down with his sword, sweeping the beast back into the pile.

The three climbed to the top of the cliff, simultaneously breathing a sigh of relief.

Brand saw the bush monsters below grabbing the rope, trying to climb up, and he mercilessly slashed the rope with his sword, letting them fall back.

In any case, there was more rope left, as long as the grappling hook was saved.

Brand knew this cliff stretched for thousands of meters, and these Golden Magic Tree servants would have to go around to another valley for more trouble, giving him some time.

So, he couldn’t help but sit down and exhale deeply.

“Good job!” He couldn’t help but give Roman a thumbs-up, the Miss Merchant’s performance was outstanding, Brand really got himself a treasure.

“Really?

Aunt often says that too, Little Roman, you’re the best.”

Miss Merchant puffed out her little chest, a bit smug, but her concern quickly shifted to Frey.

Brand knew she cared about her close friend’s wounds and answered, “Don’t worry, it’s just superficial wounds.

Once we find a safe place, clean and bandage them, it’ll be fine.”

Frey’s face was still red, not daring to speak.

Finally catching his breath, Brand looked at the future Valkyrie, feeling a bit annoyed.

He originally thought how this future Valkyrie survived through such a brutal war due to qualities like strength and calmness.

Past Frey indeed left him this impression, though a bit naive, she possessed an unusual calmness.

Maybe she came here with hidden intentions, but her stubbornness over that backpack earlier still annoyed Brand.

Frey’s stubbornness might have forged her strong personality, but on the battlefield, it wasn’t a good thing.

“Why did you come?” Though a companion, Brand didn’t want to hurt her feelings.

He thought for a moment, still asking in a gentle tone.

Frey remained silent for a moment, then removed a ring from her hand: “It’s the guard captain’s seal ring.

Uncle asked me to bring it to you when you went to Ridenburg to deliver the message.”

Brand slapped his forehead.

It wasn’t that he forgot; he knew going to Ridenburg might gain little attention.

The militia including Frey didn’t understand this, but Madden, an old soldier, did.

If the nobles in Ridenburg paid attention to Buqi Town’s defense, today’s scenario wouldn’t have happened.

He went to Ridenburg largely because of Roman’s aunt.

Unexpectedly, Madden was moved by his actions and sent the seal ring over.

Brand felt he should have informed Madden to refuse, considering the ring’s value to the refugees.

“Did you come by choice?” Brand thought Madden wouldn’t let Frey risk her life, despite the ring’s importance.

The girl adjusted her ponytail, nodded.

“Why?”

“Brand, you’re not from Buqi Town.

What excuse do I have to escape?

I’m the captain of the third squad, naturally I should lead by example.” Frey raised her head and replied.

“What’s inside that backpack?”

The future Valkyrie lowered her head, holding her backpack, hesitant.

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(PS.

Weakly requesting votes, seeing collections, tears streaming….)