Travel to another world and become a monster messenger

Chapter 186 Next Target

Jacklun's smile disappeared and he sat next to Xu Zhen.

"I heard about your situation from Lati. The Russell that was attacked was a phenomenon called dark magic. It is basically believed that it was caused by Lesack, and there is basically no doubt about it."

"Lesak is... the one wearing a red robe?" Xu Zhen remembered the appearance of him when he saw him in the Great Forest of Uglias, and Jacklen nodded.

"After we met you near the Panna Forest, I re-investigated his whereabouts. But I was given false intelligence, and by the time I realized it, it was too late. Russell had already been attacked."

"Oh, so that's it."

Wiping her mouth with a small towel, Lati flew to Xu Zhen and the others.

"Can we start now? You're welcome."

“No problem. My stomach is full.”

"Is that so? That's good." Jacklun smiled, and Lati followed suit, resting on Xu Zhen's shoulder. Then, after they calmed down, Jacklun turned his gaze to the campfire.

"Let's get back to the previous topic. Lesak's black magic level has improved a lot compared to a few months ago. Russell was infected by the dark magic, but was not completely conquered. This is the best evidence."

After hearing this, Xu Zhen recalled what happened a few months ago.

"Could it be that...the thieves we fought against in the Kingdom of Shuter before..."

"As you have observed, he has been conducting research on the erosion of magic power, the seizure of consciousness, and the stimulation of the fighting instinct hidden deep in the heart. He has been continuing these studies. In order to test these results, the person chosen as the experimental subject is..."

"The thieves?"

“That should be the case. I heard all this from Lesak, so I can’t guarantee how much of this information is true.”

This means that Jacklen could also be wrong. Not everything Lesak said was true.

Although Xu Zhen accepted this, he still had his own thoughts: "For some reason, I just felt that those words sounded very real."

“Yes, I think so.”

"What a coincidence, I was thinking the same thing. After all, I have known him for a long time, and I have an inexplicable confidence in him."

Lati went on to say that although Jacklen was smiling at the moment, the smile soon disappeared.

"Let's not talk about Lesak for now. What we need to consider more is Russell. Even if he hasn't completely fallen yet, there is no guarantee that he can remain the same forever."

After hearing what Jacklun said, Xu Zhen and Lati's expressions froze.

"You mean, maybe you'll become like those thieves?"

"It's just a possibility. The effects of magic can't last forever. We should prepare for the worst."

Hearing this, Xu Zhen's expression became heavy, but the next moment, he seemed to realize something and showed an expression of sudden enlightenment.

“If you think about it, it doesn’t really matter to us what Russell becomes, does it?”

"Even though you say that, he is Alicia's companion, isn't he?"

"He is not our companion. We don't have the time to care about him."

"Ah, yes, you are right. Let him go, then."

Listening to the conversation between Xu Zhen and Lati, Jacklun couldn't help but laugh secretly. Although their words were straightforward, they were reasonable and in line with their personalities.

If they no longer cared about Russell, then so be it, Jacklan thought, but he also knew there was a greater danger.

"I have to tell you, it's too early to be relieved now."

Hearing Jacklun's words, Xu Zhen and Lati, who were laughing, suddenly stopped smiling and turned around.

Although their eyes were silent, they revealed the question of "what does this mean?" Jacklon sensed this and continued.

"If Russell thinks he has dealt with Xu Zhen and the others, he may choose the next target. Even if he himself has no such intention, Lesak may make such an arrangement. If there is a suitable target nearby..."

Hearing this, a place popped up in Xu Zhen's mind: "Is it the Elf Village...?"

“Well, it’s just a possibility. However, considering the hassle of going back to the village to report the incident, the ideal approach would be to resolve the issue before then.”

Although Jacklun's words were calm, Xu Zhen and Lati's expressions gradually became serious.

It would be fine if Russell destroyed himself, but it would be another matter if the crisis approached the village. There were benefactors like Sergio there, and perhaps also Courtney, a companion who still stayed there.

Considering the possibility that what Jacklun said might come true, they couldn't help but take action. With a firm expression, Lati flew to Xu Zhen and said, "Master, let's fight Russell again! If we don't hurry up, something bad might happen!"

"Ah, that won't work. It will be in vain." Jacklund answered calmly, and Letty felt a strong sense of frustration.

"What is futile? We have great power!"

"I don't deny that. But what have you, these so-called powers, achieved during the day?"

Facing Jacklen's accusation, Lati was speechless. He couldn't refute it. Although he transformed and attacked, his attack didn't hit him once. He could only flee in a hurry - that is, the only result was failure.

Jacklun looked at Lati, who was shaking his fists in frustration, and closed his eyes and said, "Indeed, Lati, your abilities are very outstanding. Everyone has great strength, as evidenced by their previous performance, but... that's all. Although they have great abilities, they have not yet fully utilized them, nor have they opened up a difficult path."

Every word hurt Xu Zhen and Lati's heart. Looking closely, the other monsters had the same expression.

At some point, Slakić, Lopul, and even Lim, who had already come to Xu Zhen's side, were listening to Jacklun's words and showed helpless expressions.

Normally, Xu Zhen would stroke the monsters to comfort them, but this time he had no room for that.

"Even if we assume that Russell has matured, Xu Zhen and the others are only half-baked at best. This gap is absolute and we have to admit it. This is true whether as an adventurer or in combat skills, or even... in terms of fully utilizing your abilities."

Jacklun spoke lightly, and his words made Xu Zhen feel heavy in his heart.