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Chapter 226: Child from the North
"What’s your name?" Serisya asked gently, leaning slightly so her eyes were level with the boy’s.The child didn’t answer right away. He glanced at Hansen—his gaze uncertain, yet filled with curiosity."Just answer," Hansen urged, his tone calm but firm.At last, the boy’s small lips moved. "My name… is Gundala."Serisya smiled faintly. "Which family are you from?" she asked again, gesturing for the boy to sit beside her. She studied his pale face and slightly messy long hair, like a child who had been traveling for some time without proper care.The boy slowly sat down next to her, then replied in a small voice, "The Adisutjipto family." After that, he gathered the courage to ask, "Can you… help me get home?"Serisya nodded firmly. "Of course, that’s not a problem," she said, turning to Hansen with a meaningful smile—wordlessly asking for his agreement.Hansen simply gave a short nod. "Far from here?" he asked.Gundala nodded. "My family… is north of the city."They wasted no time. A
Chapter 225
Two horses galloped swiftly along the rocky road, the pounding of their hooves echoing loudly, shattering the stillness of the sweltering afternoon. The sun blazed down, radiating scorching heat that made the air seem to ripple."The air’s too hot… we should stop for a while," Hansen said, pulling on his reins. His breathing was slightly heavy, sweat beading at his temples.They slowed their horses and stopped beneath a large shady tree. Its leaves swayed gently in the breeze, creating a soothing rustle amidst the midday heat. The scent of dry earth mingled with the refreshing breath of the trees, making the place feel a little more bearable."Wait here for a bit," Hansen said, patting his horse’s neck.Serisya looked at him with worried eyes. "Be careful, and don’t be long."Hansen gave a faint smile. "Don’t worry."He stepped forward slowly, his eyes scanning the grass around them. Suddenly, a rabbit darted out from the bushes, hopping lightly, its brown fur gleaming under the sunli
Chapter 224
Countless pairs of eyes were fixed on the scene in the middle of the street. Some faces turned pale, others covered their mouths to hold back nausea. The pooling blood and Saung’s mutilated body made the air feel heavy, but behind the horror… there was also relief.Many townsfolk knew exactly who Saung was—the city’s troublemaker who had been causing problems for years. He often bullied, extorted, and defiled anyone weaker than himself. This time, the punishment he received was deemed fitting—more than fitting, in fact.Even so, whispers of worry began to spread."What he did was right… but what if Saung’s backers show up?" "Yeah, I heard his brother is a God King–level expert from the Black Hill Sect… if he finds out, that young man might be hunted to the grave."But the young man at the center of it all showed not the slightest trace of nervousness. Hansen simply looked down at Saung, who lay on the ground writhing with pain and rage. He didn’t kill him—he let his opponent suffer a
Chapter 223: Fierce Battle
"What do you want?" Hansen stared sharply at the man standing only a few steps away. His voice was calm, yet carried a pressure that made several people nearby instinctively swallow hard.The man smirked, his eyes sweeping over Serisya who stood behind Hansen. "My name’s Saung," he said while adjusting the cloth at his waist. "And of course… to take that beautiful girl. What else?" His smirk turned into a grin full of arrogance. "You’d better step aside, boy. We’re not people you can deal with easily."That statement made Saung’s followers chuckle, some of them already twirling their weapons. Their eyes never left Serisya’s face, her beauty shining even brighter with her veil lifted.Serisya pressed herself closer behind Hansen. Her hand slowly gripped the hilt of her own sword, though her eyes were full of vigilance. She knew these men wouldn’t back down just because of words.Hansen took a deep breath, his shoulders lowering slightly, his stance shifting—from relaxed to battle-ready
Chapter 222: In the Middle of the City
Time passed in a blink—it had been three days since they left the dangerous forest behind. Now, the two of them walked side by side along the main road of a small but bustling town. Though the sky was overcast, the town was alive with shouting merchants hawking their goods, children running through the streets, and the aroma of food from roadside stalls making their stomachs growl."We need a break—and real food. I’m tired of the dried stuff we’ve been eating in the forest," Serisya said in a playful tone, glancing at Hansen with a faint smile. A light drizzle cooled the air, but her presence made it feel warmer to him.Hansen nodded. "No problem. Let’s find a place that smells good."They chose a modest tavern at the corner of a street. It wasn’t too crowded, but it looked clean, and the scent of grilled meat filled the air. They sat at a corner table by the window while a slightly nervous waitress jotted down their order.Soon after, their food arrived—a steaming bowl of meat soup,
Chapter 221: A Night of Warmth
They left the blood-scented place, searching for somewhere safer and more peaceful to rest.After leading their horses along a narrow path through the trees for some time, Hansen paused and looked toward a rocky slope partially hidden behind thick shrubs. There, he spotted a small cave—sturdy and shielded from the night wind."There’s a cave over there," Hansen said, pointing. "We’ll spend the night there. It’s too risky to continue traveling in the dark.""Of course, that’s no problem at all," Serisya replied with a gentle smile. Her eyes lingered on Hansen’s tired yet vigilant face. She realized how much he always prioritized their safety.The two of them tied their horses to a large tree near the cave’s entrance. Hansen scanned the area to ensure there were no signs of wild animals nearby. Once he was confident, they stepped inside.The cave was deeper than it looked. Its walls were damp but solid. The sound of the night wind barely reached them, making it an ideal shelter. Still,
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