I Became a Dark Fantasy Villain-Chapter 62 (2)

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Thud, at that moment the carriage tilted, and Ian went down into it.

Weve arrived at the river, you see.

!

As the carriage climbed onto a narrow stone bridge, Oleg hurriedly slowed down.

They had safely reached the riverbank.

The bridge wasnt very wide, so a temporary bottleneck occurred among the knights.

We should probably keep some more distance.

Ian murmured, finally taking out a long spear from his sac.

The Scales Dragon Spear that Kenneth had used.

It was an expensive item, but to Ian it was a cumbersome piece, without inscriptions and too heavy for his use.

Of course, he couldnt use the axe blade on the shaft or the embedded magic either.

But for now, as long as the tip had a sharp spearhead, that was enough.

The knights began riding onto the bridge in a line.

It was wide enough for two to ride side by side, but for safety reasons, they were coming in single file.

Not sure if this will work

Murmuring, Ian cast a Wind Blade and took a throwing stance.

Gauging the aim point with his outstretched left hand, he threw the spear with all his might at a knight staring at him in shock.

Sshiaak-!

The wind wrapped around the shaft exploded in a spin.

Peok-!

The knight pierced by the shaft was flung back.

In the process, he even knocked down the knight right behind him off his horse.

Whats more, both of them were from the upper ranks of the Scale.

It works.

Ian murmured, looking back at Luci.

Keep watch. Call me if they get too close. This should be enough, but just in case.

Yes!

Luci quickly ran over.

Finally, Ian moved to the drivers seat.

His whole body was aching.

From being on high alert, his head felt muddled.

But even so, Ian looked down at the bridge and the river.

It was an old bridge.

Probably a remnant of an ancient civilization.

The deep navy river seemed quite deep.

At least in this weather, it didnt seem possible to swim across, either on foot or horseback.

Youve suffered hardship. Ha, it feels like you crossed the threshold of the underworld a few times.

As he sat down, Miguel said.

His complexion was still poor.

He knew they had only overcome one hurdle, not shaken off the pursuit.

How does the path continue?

It connects obliquely along that forest. This used to be a wide open plain, but now the trees block the view so you cant see the path once youre inside.

I see

Ian looked at the forest across the river.

The leafless, ashen trees stood tall and sparse.

But it seemed enough to obstruct the view.

Moreover, it felt strangely familiar.

This is too similar to the mirage I saw before.

Except for the lack of snow on the ground, it was practically identical.

Of course, such a desolate coniferous forest probably wasnt unique to this place.

But there was a good chance it was related.

Even if not, something was clearly lurking in that forest.

Just looking at it gave off an ominous feeling.

Milord, youre having similar thoughts as me right now, arent you?

Miguel suddenly added.

Meeting Ians gaze, he licked his lips.

I never thought Id say this, but You have that countermeasure, dont you? It seems like now might be another moment to use it.

You mean go into that forest? Can we take this carriage in?

Well only know if we try, but it should be possible for the most part. On the other hand, the slower speed might actually be a good thing. This is the last magic stone anyway. Regardless.

Miguel gestured ahead.

That clearly looks like a cursed forest, so those guys might not be able to follow us in, right?

Who knows It would be nice if they dont, but I think theyll all come after us.

Stroking his chin, Ian murmured, then nodded.

But its not the worst suggestion. It might even be easier to fight in there.

He looked up at the cloudy sky.

Unable to gauge the suns position.

As long as we can get out before nightfall.

Yeah I suppose. But if we just keep running along the road, the situation will only get more complicated.

Then lets do that. But Ill have to get off for a bit.

Get off? I get taking the horse, but how are you going to keep up?

Miguel raised his eyes.

As if Ian didnt know what would happen if he lost his way in the forest.

Ill figure that out myself. Just try not to get caught. And dont lose your way so you can come back out to the main road.

Oh If milord says so.

It was then that the carriage crossed the bridge.

The river curved obliquely, soon obscured by the sparsely standing trees.

The air felt heavier in an instant.

Looking apprehensively at the forest he didnt seem keen to enter, Miguel said,

We should be able to go in deep enough.

Go in once the river is completely out of sight.

Understood.

The carriage slowed down.

Soon after, the pursuit squad crossed the river as well.

By then, Ians party had already slowed down and was turning the horses heads.

Ha Lou Sola, please watch over us.

Uttering a heartfelt prayer, Miguel pulled the reins towards the gloomy forest.

By the time the pursuit squad arrived, the carriage had already faded into the shadows deep within the forest.

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Lou Sola help us They really went into that place.

As the Scale upper ranks knights lined up along the forest, Jamie, who had arrived belatedly, sighed.

To shake off pursuit, they chose suicide.

The ashen forest that seemed to stretch endlessly gave an accursed feeling just by looking at it.

Moreover, the pursuit squads numbers had dwindled to nearly half.

We must retrieve them before sundown. Move in.

At that moment, Oleg entered the forest.

The upper ranks knights followed behind him.

Geez

As Jamie sighed,

Those who wish to return, may return. But we must retrieve Milady, and take revenge for this betrayal.

One of Agellans royal knights, Jonathan, who had personally killed the leader of the Naslan mercenaries to end the infighting among them, said to the mercenaries before entering the forest.

The casualties on both sides of the mercenary forces had been severe.

We cant just go back like this. If we do, were all done for!

Damn it Lets go! Go!

Swearing, the Naslan mercenaries charged out after watching the Agellan knights disappear into the forest.

Sir, surely youre not planning to just turn back, are you?

Ube shouted, looking back at Jamie.

His eyes too were brimming with killing intent.

It was only natural.

Barely ten of his men remained.

In contrast, only one of the knights Jamie had brought was lost.

Unless they were fools, they must have realized they had been deployed as sacrificial lambs.

If they turned back now, Ubes standing as a mercenary leader would crumble.

When Jamie did not readily respond, Ube frowned.

Dammit, do as you please! Were going in!

Jamie shut his eyes tightly.

The Counts orders echoed in his ears.

He had admirably completed his mission.

As a result, he commanded the largest contingent among the pursuers, and the kidnappers were exhausted.

If they continued the pursuit allowing them to whittle each other down as before,

We may end up having the last laugh.

Such a thought whispered in his ear.

Sir, shall we turn back?

No.

Opening his eyes, Jamie gripped the reins.

Were going in too.

None of the pursuit squad noticed.

In the end, they all came in.

Far away, atop an extended tree branch,

Ian, sitting on a branch, watched them.

They probably think nothing will change

The light in Ians eyes, gripping the last remaining magic stone, cooled.

Unfortunately for them, Im more accustomed to fighting in dreadful places like this.

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