Chapter 885: Chapter 712, The Strongest Hero Chapter 885: Chapter 712, The Strongest Hero Heroes were the mighty ones at the apex of the world's pyramid, the most formidable bunch of people.
In the hearts of ordinary people, heroes were also the beings closest to gods.
Powerful and mysterious.
Wu Heng had thought about what it would be like to encounter a hero, but never did he expect to see one on his way home.
The man was burly, like a fitness coach.
“Uncle, he's gone far away,” the small voice rang in his ear again.
Wu Heng didn't look back, continuing straight ahead.
The Hostility Detection didn't activate, proving the other party had no ulterior motives.
And there was no need for him to go looking for trouble.
Although the person wasn't targeting him.
He was curious, however, about the purpose of a hero coming to Netalee City at this time.
After pondering for a moment, he didn't head straight back to the City Lord's Mansion, but instead took a detour to the association.
The association's hall was much livelier today than the previous few days.
They must all be people from the ships that docked at the harbor.
He walked through the corridor to the Elder's office and knocked.
After two knocks, a response came from inside, and Wu Heng pushed the door and entered.
Tapani said, “You either disappear for days or show up every single day.”
Wu Heng smiled and said, “Elder, I saw that a lot of ships have arrived at the harbor; have any other members from headquarters arrived?”
“Not yet. When they do, I'll have someone notify you,” Tapani said.
The hero just now, indeed, wasn't from the association.
Where did this rogue hero come from?
What could attract a hero to a coastal city of a kingdom?
Or was it just passing through, and the real intent lay deeper within the kingdom?
Seeing him fall silent, Tapani asked, “What's wrong? Is the arrival of headquarters personnel that important?”
Snapping out of his thoughts, Wu Heng replied, “I saw a lot of people coming on the road just now, worried that some problems might arise.”
Tapani smiled, “Several ships have docked, all of which have been inspected. The ships' origins are all on record, and they wouldn't go looking for trouble.”
“Couldn't there be people from an evil cult sneaking in?”
Tapani frowned and explained, “Sneak in for what? We are the hunters; they only make small moves in the shadows. Besides, reinforcements from headquarters will arrive in two days. They wouldn't dare unless they have a death wish.”
Seeing the Elder's confidence, Wu Heng didn't press further.
He would keep an eye on that hero's movements, and if something did happen, reporting to Tapani wouldn't be too late.
Speaking too much now could inadvertently expose some of his abilities.
Wu Heng nodded as if curious, “Elder, is it very difficult to advance to a hero?”
Tapani's eyebrows raised, a smile emerging, “Of course, it's difficult. Do you think so many Level 18 professionals don't want to advance?”
“Where's the difficulty?”
Tapani pondered, “Difficult in state of mind, in temperament, and in reputation. In short, becoming a hero isn't easy. Once you reach Level 18, you'll naturally understand the hardships.”
After the prelude to the conversation,
Wu Heng nodded in agreement, taking the opportunity to ask, “Is it true that no other forces have heroes except for the association?”
The association was able to influence the direction of kingdoms and even investigate the royal family.
At the very least, it implied that there were no heroes within the royal family.
Like Celt Kingdom's Prince Lu An, who needed a Level 18 Mage from the association as a mentor, utilitazing the association's training resources.
It seemed that despite kingdoms possessing land, they still couldn't compare with the association.
“Of course not,” Tapani immediately refuted, smiling as he looked over, “The association indeed has the most heroes, but that doesn't mean other forces don't have any.”
“Elder, tell me about it. I love to hear these things; it's also a way to broaden my knowledge,” said Wu Heng, his interest piqued.
Tapani puffed up his chest, picked up his cup of tea, and took a gentle sip.
Then he slowly said, “It's still a bit early for you to understand all this, but listening to it in advance won't hurt.”
After another sip, he spoke, “Besides the heroes of the association, those I know of include the Immortal Emperor from the Endless Desert, the Bishop of the Twelve Heavenly Saints Sect, and the Dragon of the Snake Badge Consortium… Most heroes, for various reasons, rarely appear in public, so you hardly ever see them in person.”
“Dragon?”
Tapani looked at him, “You're right on target. The leader of the Snake Badge Consortium is known as Dragon, and he's recognized as the strongest hero.”
Damn, finally a memorable name.
“What does he look like?”
“What does he look like? It's said he has the appearance of a middle-aged man, with a very burly physique that gives off the vibe of a Fist Master who only trains muscles.” Tapani pondered as he replied.
From Tapani's brief description, it was very likely that the person he had seen was the Consortium leader himself.
The strongest hero.
No wonder he could operate the Consortium to such an extent. Although it wasn't comparable to the association, no one dared to provoke them.
Tapani said with a smile, “Speaking of which, the Immortal Emperor relied on a Corpse Ghost for his body to achieve hero status. I think you'll surpass him while your body still retains its vitality.”
Hearing this, Wu Heng seemed to remember something.
He asked, “Are there Necromancy Skill Books over there?”
Tapani nodded, “If you're asking about that, then definitely. After all, it's primarily a Necromancy Sect, and since they've become influential, their expertise in necromancy is sure to be high.”
Wu Heng stroked his chin, “Is there a way to contact them, to exchange some things?”
“I wouldn't know about that.”
“Oh.” Wu Heng nodded and checking the time, said, “Elder, I should head back. I'll come by if anything comes up.”
“Alright, just don't wander around these next few days.”
“Understood.”
Wu Heng acknowledged and then stood up to leave.
In the dimly lit basement of the tavern.
The lavishly decorated corridor gave off a somewhat gloomy atmosphere.
A burly man clad in a white cloak walked deeper into the corridor, his hand brushing over the engraved patterns on the walls.
The Illuminating Stones hanging above cast his shadow longer and longer.
This was the old site of the Snake Badge Consortium; after an internal strife, the building had been empty for quite a while.
It was also here, last time, that a fake Snake Badge member provided false information to the association investigation team.
Tap-tap-tap!
Footsteps echoed from upstairs, a subordinate approached with a slight bow, “Leader, the person you mentioned is the Island Master of Gold and Silver Island; he is taking charge of investigating this case.”
“So it's him.” The man's brow lifted slightly, a trace of surprise in his eyes.
But he didn't say much, pondering for a moment before speaking, “Don't worry about him, get ready, we're going to Yeko Kingdom.”
“Yes, Leader,” the subordinate nodded.
The group walked out of the tavern together, securing the door tightly behind them.
Then they set off on foot, heading out of the town.
City Lord's Mansion, study.
Wu Heng sat in the room for a while before Glenda flew back in.
“He's gone. That man has left the city.”
“Left the city?”
“Yes, he's gone in the direction of Yeko Kingdom.”
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