Oh! Oh my god, Cain babbled. Whats happening?!

Their master came, leading a horde of men they didnt know. Everyone was excited and relieved, but Cain couldnt help but think, Thats all you brought? When he saw three hundred of Marquis Crombells knights sally out to meet them, Cain wanted to jump off the wall and run to his master.

He didnt get the chance.

Far in the distance, he saw Joshua smile and shake his head, unconcerned. All the worry slipped out of Cains heart, replaced by excitement. Watching a hundred knights fall in behind his master made Cain shiver.

When one of Marquis Crombells best knights, Viscount Wright, stood in the way of his master, Cain unconsciously clenched his fists, only to be astounded by his first and final move.

Space itself opened to reveal a shining red spear. It lunged for the Viscounts heart with pinpoint accuracy as if it had been purpose-made for this moment, ending the encounter in an instantaneous blur of motion.

An electric thrill ran down Cains spine. Joshua had indeed crossed the last great wall. He was a god that made the sky shake and the earth move.

Viscount Wright has been an A-Class for more than three years Its over so quickly? Count Keiros, lord of Peril Castle and a B-Class Knight himself, muttered.

Wh What happened? Icarus asked. Who are those knights behind our master? Are they on our side?

Cains usual joviality was nowhere to be found.

For now Its safe to say theyre friendly.

Ah Icaruss voice was exuberant.

Oh, and It looks like therere a lot of women with him. Real jaw-droppers.

Charless ears perked up.

Icaruss gaze turned lethal. What did you say?

Whatever Icarus was going to say was drowned out by the shouts and footsteps of Marquis Crombells army.

Count Keiros was quick to react. Prepare to fire! he shouted. He knew the enemy would be in bow range soon. Cain ignored the archers; his eyes were fixed firmly at the back of the Crombells army, picking out details most people wouldnt be able to see.

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Having put down the enemy commander, his masters spear was now aimed at the rest of Marquis Crombells knights. The black knights following him were no less eager for blood, and, unbelievably, they had the skills to match Duke Agnuss knights.

There was just one thing bothering Cain, however.

Why is there a dog crawling in my place! He drew his sword. Cain thought hed manned up, but it wasnt true. His place was glued to his masters side like a lover, and no one would take that from him. I am Cain, the right hand of Baron Joshua Sanders! AHHHHHHHHHH!

Sir Cain! Icarus reeled in shock as Cain leaped off the walls and ran across the battlefield screaming1.

Dumbass! Even Count Keiros, a famously mild-mannered man, let his thoughts slip out. No matter how you looked at it, Cains actions were madness.

Marquis Crombells forces noticed him a moment later.

Who is that madman? one of Gehogs lieutenants wondered.

Dont worry about it, the lieutenants whod taken Viscount Wrights place replied. Im sure someones going to knock him over eventually.

Right.

Gehog frowned and took a step back to look at the bigger picture.

Someone over there was very eager to get rid of them. Gehog laughed and waved dismissively. His attention was on the walls of Peril Castle. Charles Charles de Pontier HAHAHAHAHA! Gehogs eyes took on a gleam of madness as he considered what he was going to do.

His laughter abruptly stopped when the crazy man collided with his forces.

Their ears were assaulted by an ear-splitting roar as the maniacs black sword scythed through the Crombells front lines.

That guy Dont tell me!

There was only one person in the Pontiers with that kind of presence. That trademark black sword told them everything they needed to know.

First Knight Cain de Harry

First Knight? Gehog asked.

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Thats the name people gave him when he became Baron Sanderss only knight. Baron Sanders recently became a Master, making him famous across the continent.

Gehog scowled. Hearing the name of the guy who humiliated him was unpleasant, but he had to take the First Knight seriously. It was one thing to have a nickname within his family, but for it to be known across the continent meant that he was a serious heavyweight. The last people with names like that were the Seven Knights of the Emperor, who lived over 200 years ago. Imperial power was at its strongest back then, and all seven knights were on par with a modern A-Class Knight.

It was awful. That guy is such a good-for-nothing

Nicknames are just a boring hobby for lower-class people, Gehog sniffed. Send one unit. Focus on the strongestI dont want any nuisances when were so close.

I hear and obey.

Have our best knights focus on that one. You, too. The rest of the troops will break through the gates in the meantime. As soon as you have his head, come join us.

Understood.

While they talked, a knight was cutting through Gehogs protective cordone from behind. They didnt notice.

Master Gehog! Oh, this is important! A messenger knelt in front of Gehog.

Whats happening? the lieutenant demanded.

Its! S-Sir Wright is dead!

Gehog and the lieutenant boggled at him.

What nonsense is this?! Gehog ground his teeth together angrily.

Tell us the details, the lieutenant ordered.

T-The enemy came from behind

In an attempt to stave off Gehogs rage, the lieutenant started yelling at the messenger for him.

Youre telling me Commander Wright lost to a hundred people?!

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Not a hundred just one.

He challenged someone to a one-on-one fight. It looked like their leader. He killed Sir Wright before he had a chance to react.

A terrible silence fell over the group.

Who did this? Gehog rumbled.

We havent confirmed their identity yet, but the one who killed Sir Wright was

Was me. A figure fell from the sky.

You bastard! What the hell is wrong with you? Gehogs guards drew their swords and surrounded the uninvited guest.

Gehog himself, however, was speechless. He just stood there with wide eyes and a stiff face.

Is this the first time weve met?

You

Ill send you to join your friend, Veron shen Villas. Its always the same with your cliquewhy do the children of the Twelve Families all look like shit when they see me? He called up the unsettling red spear and hefted it. You and your family have gone too far. No more.

You cant You cant be serious! The lieutenant shivered, and his eyes nearly popped out of their sockets.

There was a rumor from Reinhardt about a spear. Spears were weapons for simple soldiers; strong men didnt even bother looking at them. But that was a huge mistake on the part of Igrants people. Their mockery and disdain became frustration and despair as the young Master of Avalon shook the continent.

Are you gonna kill me? Im the son of Marquis Crombell? Do you know what that means?!2

Joshua, king of Reinhardt, smiled bitterly as Gehog shrieked.

Kill? Why would I want to kill you?

Gehog felt a spike of anxiety pierce his chest. His worries were realized soon enough.

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Your house is the most successful merchant family in the Empire, yes?

Yes, yes! Well, I mean

I know, Joshua interrupted, his smile growing. Im going to steal everything from you except your life.