The Max Level Hero Has Returned!

The news of the allied forces' landslide victory against the scouting enemy unit was very welcome for those anxiously waiting to hear about the battle's outcome.

However, there were still many enemies remaining, some yet to be revealed, making it premature to claim significant damage to the enemy army. The high-ranking vampires, demons, and even the black dragon posed the greatest risk and could be considered the most formidable forces in the enemy army.

In fact, the black dragon had burned two nations to ashes. It was the biggest risk factor in this battle and could be said to be the greatest force in the enemy army.

Of course, the allied forces had not revealed their full strength and troop numbers. According to the agreement among the allied nations, large armies from across the continent were finally mobilizing. The fact that this was an all-out war between two sizable armies remained unchanged.

"He's truly amazing. With Prince Davey here, this war will probably end in a landslide victory," someone remarked.

"That's right! May God's mercy reach those evil and wicked people," another responded.

"I am not the commander and will not lead anyone in this war, Saintess Candidate Alice," Davey replied.

"Please, I know you well enough. Trivial matters won't tie you down," Alice insisted.

Davey simply shook his head at Alice's rebuttal. "You'll know it when you see it."

After hearing Davey's words, Alice chose not to say anything further.

***

The enigmatic and secretive knight order known as the Last Wisp Knight Order or the Alpha Reinforcement Knight Order had reached a momentous decision to intervene in the affairs of the continent, despite the unprecedented nature of their involvement.

This organization had always refrained from leaving their own territory or taking action unless the continent faced the imminent peril of annihilation. In fact, they had covertly operated in the polar regions, preventing the activity of malevolent beasts that posed a threat to the entire continent.

"Hoo... I'm feeling nervous," Shayir Renda, one of the twins, clasped her spirit's hands, her body trembling as she spoke.

"I understand... This is probably the first time you've ventured out into the continent since you were very young."

"I heard that the outside world is really scary... That's what I thought, but when it came down to it and we finally went out, I realized it's not that bad!" Damur shouted enthusiastically.

Alyssa Patrick, observing the situation, calmly advised the boy, "Damur, please keep quiet."

"Smack... This is just how I am."

"Damur, every time you speak about something, it always happens without fail."

"Kyahahaha! That's true."

After hearing Alyssa's calm response, Damur couldn't help but frown. However, he knew there was nothing he could say in the end. He was aware that this was simply the consequence of his own actions. Besides, Damur was a very timid and cowardly person, so he chose not to argue with her.

[Crackle! Unit A. Please respond.]

“This is Unit A’s Unit Leader, Alyssa Patrick.”

[This is Unit Commander Boris. Report your situation.]

“We have safely arrived at our target location. Preparations for the injection of the sample virus are complete. We’re already tracking our target object.”

[It’s now time for us to start the operation.]

“Acknowledged. We will now start the operation.”

[May the tide of war be always in your favor. I hope for your safe return.]

“Please don’t worry, teacher,” Alyssa said, a soft and gentle smile on her face.

Boris, who was on the other end of the crystal ball, spoke with a kind and benevolent voice.

[Alright. Do not overdo it. Understand?]

“Please don’t worry. We might not be able to do something as big as Sir Davey, but we have already prepared as hard as we could for this. We only need to move according to the plan. We will be able to do it.”

Alyssa raised her hand toward the small number of vampires and blood beasts that were moving quickly over the ridge and said, “Everyone, stay vigilant and always be on guard. Let’s start.”

Baaaaaaaaam!!!

Unit A of the Alpha Reinforcement Knight Order consisted of young boys and girls who had successfully passed the organization's rigorous examination, making them official members of the order. These children were exceptionally talented and far surpassed their peers.

The twin elementalists immediately tapped into their spirit mana, harnessing the power of the intermediate spirit, Syllaim, to rapidly spread the pre-prepared drug for easier infection.

The virus, created by the order's newest member, Davey, an unprecedented and unmatched monster, had already proven its effectiveness to most of the knights. This virus had no impact on other living beings and specifically targeted vampires and similar creatures, such as blood beasts, who possessed vampire-like powers.

“It’s, it’s an attack!”

“How dare these human bastards!!!”

As the lower-ranking vampires attempted to move stealthily and swiftly, they suddenly found themselves startled and on high alert, shouting and scanning their surroundings. In that moment, Paladin Flidyr, his shield held firmly before him, charged forward with tremendous speed, barreling over the vampires in his path.

The members of Unit A in the knight order were skilled individuals, but they were well aware that defeating even a single vampire would require great effort. These vampires had been enhanced and possessed a remarkably high level of resilience, surpassing the order's knowledge of their survivability.

However, their objective this time was not to eliminate the vampires.

“Keuaaaaack!!!” The vampire shrieked. He immediately stepped back with a frown, cradling the arm that had been slashed by the human enemy’s sword.

Seizing the opportunity, dozens of blood beasts launched an attack on the members of the Alpha Reinforcement Knight Order. However, the knights swiftly synchronized their movements, countering the onslaught as if they had anticipated it.

Simultaneously, the twins continued to disperse droplets of liquid with the aid of their spirit's wind, sweeping the entire area.

“These filthy rats!!!”

The knights of the order adhered to a precise timing when engaging the vampires, solely focused on immobilizing their limbs. This action infuriated the vampires, causing them to grind their teeth and unleash their blood energy.

"We'll conclude it here! It'll be perilous if we proceed any further! Retreat!" a resounding cry echoed, accompanied by the blare of a horn. The order's knights nodded in agreement, swiftly withdrawing from the battle, using their swords to fend off the pursuing vampires.

"Filthy humans! How dare you think you can escape this place alive!" the vampires bellowed in rage.

The boy, wielding a massive mace, chuckled at the vampire's outburst. "I picked up this trick from my comrade, you scoundrels! Heg will surely blind you!"

Shwaaaa!!!

With those words, Heg took out a small scroll with one hand, tore it apart with his mouth, and threw it into the air.

“He told me to say this when we do this! Just like the Lord said, ‘Let there be light.’”

Although he did not know who the Lord was, he still faithfully uttered the words.

[Light Attribute Modified Magic]

[4th Circle]

[Stun Grenade]

At the same time, all of the children of Unit A closed their eyes and shielded them with their arms.

Booooom!!!

A light, a very blinding light, exploded along with a loud sound. And for the unprepared vampires, who were already weak against anything attributed with light…

“Keuaaaaaack!!!”

“Keheoook! My, my eyes!”

The vampires shrieked, clutching their burning eyes as they writhed on the ground in agony. The blood beasts, too, howled as they lost their vision.

After enduring the searing pain and rolling on the ground for a considerable time, one of the vampires cautiously opened his eyes. What he saw made him furrow his brow.

"Damn it! They escaped!" the vampire shouted, his voice brimming with anger.

The other vampires, gradually recovering their vision, likewise realized that the humans who had audaciously launched a surprise attack were nowhere to be found.

Fury emanated from the body of one vampire, seething over the fact that they had fallen victim to a mere guerrilla tactic. He snarled, "Grrrrrr!!! Damn bastards! The moment I find you, I'll kill you! I'll drink your blood until you're drained and withered, tear you apart, and end your life!"

On the contrary, there were those who appeared visibly relieved.

“Hoo… It seems like we’re able to preserve our lives once again.”

“Even if I received the power of immortality, because of that damned human, I still fear for my life every day…”

It was completely unusual for a single human to keep all of the vampires on their toes.

"I can't wait for this war to end. The blood beast assigned to me this time has finally started to listen to me. He's still quite weak, so I left him at the hideout. I have to wait for him to grow first. So, I have to go back there once this mission is over."

"Ooooh. That's really great news. I hope your blood beast will grow quickly and become a dignified and majestic one."

"Thank you for the well-wis—" The vampire frowned, his words trailing off.

"What's the matter?"

"It's nothing. I just feel a bit... strange."

"Isn't it because you forgot to eat your meal again?"

The vampire shook his head at his comrade's words. "That's not it. I already know that this mission will be a bit dangerous. So, I caught some wild animals and cleansed their blood in advance just in case I got hungry."

"Then, it's most likely because you drank too much. What a silly matter, tsk, tsk..."

"Still..." The vampire didn't even get to finish his words. He curled in on himself, clutching his belly and groaning loudly. "Urrrrk..."

"Huh? Hey! What's the matter with you!" The vampire's comrade shouted in doubt and worry, patting him on the back.

However, the vampire's intense pain made it difficult for him to move freely. He could only breathe heavily and manage to say, "I... I feel strange..."

Then, as the vampire struggled to articulate his words, he suddenly stiffened. Just as his comrade was about to offer assistance, a piercing scream filled the air.

"Kyaaaaaack!!!"

The vampire on the ground abruptly leaped up and bit his comrade's arm.

"Keuaack! You crazy bastard! What's gotten into you?!" Shocked, the comrade pulled his arm out of the vampire's mouth. The distinct scent of vampire's blood permeated the air, indicating a proper bite had taken place.

"What... What just happened…?"

"Hey! Have you lost your mind?!"

"N-No! I didn't do it on purpose!"

"Seriously..."

"I'm... I'm sorry! I never intended to harm you!"

"Look at yourself. It seems you're not fit for battle. Your stress has twisted your stomach into knots. Go back quickly. Once you return to the main unit, the demons there will provide treatment."

"Ah, you mean that succubus who uses those strange and mysterious medical skills?"

"That's right. Hurry and go. Haaa..."

However, the grumbling vampires remained completely unaware that most of their kind here were already experiencing the same sensation.

***

Reports from the Alpha Reinforcement Order began to arrive, revealing that aside from the vampires assigned to keep Davey tied to the main unit, there were multiple special units moving across the continent. With knowledge of their origins, Davey easily deduced their intended routes. Riding on Rumble's back, he took to the skies to monitor their movements and inform the Alpha Reinforcement Order where to strike.

Meanwhile, Davey refrained from touching the enemy's supplies, which only increased their available resources. Despite their status as criminals or individuals with a history of misdeeds, they served the purpose of being sacrifices fueled by hatred. Davey decided to utilize them as they were. Although he had initially used Repentance Terror to render their assets useless, anything more would jeopardize his plans.

Observing Reina as she commanded the main troops to mobilize, Davey flicked his finger, knowing that the news would soon arrive. He was confident that the virus he had planted in the vampires' special units had already been transmitted to them. Additionally, the blood beasts he had revived with Revive magic and infected with the virus would have surely spread it by now. The time for results was approaching.

"There's trouble, Commander!" shouted a messenger running toward them from a distance. Reina turned to Davey, sensing the gravity of the situation.

"We've observed unusual movements within the vampire ranks! It appears to be a civil war!" reported the messenger.

Reina nodded, unfazed by the cause. She quietly instructed one of the generals behind her, "Prepare for an attack. We'll push them back all at once."

Davey acknowledged Reina's decision with a nod and turned to leave.

"Where are you going?" Reina asked.

"I'm abandoning my military duty," Davey replied.

"You're... deserting?" Reina questioned.

"Why? Are you planning to apprehend me?" Davey challenged.

Reina simply shook her head in response, stating, "I have no idea what someone like you is thinking."

Davey also made it known to Saintess Candidate Alice that he would be abandoning his military duty before confidently turning away from the main unit and departing.