Chapter 77 Journey to the Capital

“You don’t have to worry about that, we are not sending you alone, there will also be a transcended magic swordsman accompanying you, whose primary responsibility will be to clear the path for the party and protect you.” Silent reaper said.

‘Transcended magic swordsman, someone who has surpassed rank 12, must be one of the upper echelon leaders.’ I deduced.

“Is it you?” Merlin asked.

“No, but you can rest assured, in his presence, the shadow empress won't be able to touch even a strand of your hair.” Silent reaper replied.

‘It is him.’ I said to merlin because my ability to distinguish truth and lie was just triggered.

“And should i just take your word for it and risk my life, anyway visiting the dragon’s lair could be tempting for any rune master but the risk of this mission is too high and it would only create problems for me in the future, I will have to decline your mission.” Merlin declined but my ability confirmed that he was telling a lie and was interested in the mission.

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