Return of the Unrivaled Spear Knight

Side Story Chapter 209

Why dont you stop right there? The boulder would have been destroyed already if it was easy to break it.

Bel immediately came to a halt. Although he had detected the approaching presence long ago, hed been ignoring it because he didnt want to interrupt his long-awaited reunion.

A dragon? Bel whispered.

It was a handsome boy with unusual black hair and eyes. The boy looked ten years old at most, but Bel quickly realized the boys true identity.

Youre a dragon hatchling. Are you here to get revenge for your fellow dragons? Bel chuckled and then turned away from the dragon hatchling. Bel had no grudge against dragons, but they were going to be problems for his plan and his wish to find meaning in his life. That was why he had eradicated themdespite that they were called the strongest creatures in the Human Realmand lost interest in them long ago.

Leave. Bel waved his hand at the dragon hatchling. You wont be able to withstand a single flick right now, so come back when youre older. Then Ill

Your eyes arent as sharp as I thought.

Bel squinted at him.

Do I still look like an ordinary dragon hatchling?

Bel scanned the hatchling again and then his eyes widened. Youre

Bel was astounded. Why didnt he recognize the boys identity earlier? Was it because the black dragon hatchling used demonic power just like demons? No, that wasnt it. Aside from him, there was no one else in the world who wielded power of such quantity and density.

Haha Hahahahaha! Bel burst into manic laughter.

I thought it was me you wanted to meet.

Martial God! It was you. You were in a human girls body the last time I met you, but its a dragon this time.

One thing led to another, Joshua replied with a shrug.

Honestly, I want to learn your ability. When Im near death, all I have to do is move to a younger and healthier body. Its true immortality, isnt it?

Well, the requirements to use this ability are trickier than you think. I get kicked out immediately if the bodys owner refuses, and I cant even try if our energies dont match.

That sounds problematic. Bel chuckled.

Bels boredom had instantly vanished as soon as he realized he was speaking to Joshua and had been replaced by infinite bliss. When was the last time he felt like this? Whenever he was with Joshua Sanders, Bel felt truly alive. The Martial God was the only one who could fill Bels void and empathize with him.

Bel grinned. Lets fight.

He couldnt hold it in much longer. The urge to fight and win boiled up inside him, driving him to madness. He had to let this heat out as quickly as possible before it consumed him.

Although I want to say yes, this isnt my body, Joshua answered.

I can wait for you if you need time to return to your body. For a fight against you, Ill gladly

It could take an entire year, Joshua interjected.

Bel frowned.

If you meant what you said, Joshua continued, Ill fight you with all Ive got.

Thats too long.

Nothing can be done about it. You must have heard that Im in the process of annihilating the Demon Spirit.

Bel glanced at the ice boulder where Joshuas exquisitely sculpted body was still sound asleep. He could sense the evil within; it was very faint, yet possessed infinite depth.

The demon was right, Bel mused; he didnt know Meric was no longer in his cage. He shrugged. Dont worry. No, maybe this is for the better since Hubalt will subjugate Avalon.

How so?

It seems to me that humans tend to prefer mutual destruction to dying alone.

Thats rather harsh on yourself.

Of course, I can just beat down the Demon Spirit even if he gets free. Bel grinned and slowly stroked the ice boulder. To be honest, Im curious about how strong the Demon Spirit is.

If you want to die, why dont you just die on your own? Dont put innocent people in danger too.

Well, losers doesnt really pique my interest either, Bel said, dismissive even though he was talking about the Demon Spirit.

Joshua felt the Demon Spirit getting angry inside the boulder.

Hah. Joshua chuckled. You really mean it. You must not be afraid of a gods wrath.

There are no Angel and Demon Realms anymore, so hes no god. Joshua Sanders, youre the only one who sparks my interest. You live in the same generation as me but dont have a single record of defeat.

Bels energy spread aggressively in every direction, twisting the world around him.

Lets fight.

If you insist.

Joshua took a stance.

Bel was in bliss. Yes! This is what Ive been waiting for!

Keep in mind that your void will become more severe after this fight.

What?

The more youre looking forward to something, the more youll be disappointed by it.

Bels fighting spirit was dampened a little bit. He frowned. It isnt like you to keep killing the mood like this.

Thats because its true. If you wait one yearno, a few months, Ill be in my ideal condition and then we can determine whos stronger

Patience isnt my strong suit.

The entire continent will think the same things: the Battle God is just trash who can only defeat the Martial God by ambushing him while hes risking his life to annihilate evil.

Bels fighting spirit was completely snuffed out, but not by Joshuas unsubtle provocation.

You must be getting anxious.

Joshua was confused by Bels reaction.

Bel smiled from ear to ear. Youre afraid that Ill shatter this ice boulder and head south, destroying your home, country, and family. Im right, arent I? Hehehehe, yeah. Theres no way the man Id been raised to fight is an idiot whod whine because hes at a disadvantage.

Bel seemed to decide something and his grin widened.

I have a good idea. Hear me out.

Creshua the black dragon felt a rising sense of unease.

The deeper your grudge is against someone, the harder youll fight If I destroy your everything, youll fight twice as hard as your full power, yes? Bel asked.

You

Fine, Ill wait a year, but Bel slammed his foot into the ground, blowing the snow away and revealing the frozen ground to the sun for the first time in ages. ...I cant go back to my subordinates empty-handed.

Bel stomped on the ground even harder.

Stop.

I heard that this mountain used to be an active volcano.

I told you to stop! Joshua shouted, unleashing his demonic power.

However, Bel had no intention of complying.

Ill make it erupt. A volcanic eruption Hehehe, itll be quite a sight.

Bel intentionally struck the mountain down to its roots to stir the volcano to life again. Joshua felt the crisis closing in. A volcanic eruption was going to devastate northern Avalon, then the ash would spread to Arcadia and the entirety of Avalon. The common people were going to suffer unimaginably.

Bels foot struck the ground for the third time

The mountain gave in before Bels torment and magma erupted from the mountains peak.

Joshua and Bels fists slammed into each other. It quickly became evident which of them had the upper hand. In contrast to Joshua, who stumbled several steps backward, Bel remained standing where he had been with a relaxed smile.

Its too weak. You stand no chance of winning in that condition.

Bel!

Entertain me a little better. Youre just convincing me that I made the right call.

Your people are still in the north, so theyll also be affected by the eruption, Joshua reminded Bel.

Bel raised his leg again. If theyre too weak to even run away from it, then they should burn in the lava.

Before Bel struck the ground again, Joshua kicked Bels leg away.

As sparks flew, their expressions changed in very different ways.

Weak! Its weak! Ive been waiting for the Martial God, not some pathetic piece of crap. Harder! Fight harder! Entertain me!

Joshua wasnt able to withstand the impact and was pushed back far away, blood dripping from his mouth.

Bel glanced at Joshua where he lay on the floor. Give up. You wont be able to take another attack right now.

His leg rose again.

Joshua instinctively knew that the eruption would be irreversible if Bel struck the ground one more time.

I look forward to meeting Joshua Sanders, the killer mad for revenge, next time.

I knew you would come here, Joshua blurted.

Bel paused right before he struck the ground.

Do you really think I waited for you without making any preparations?

Stop. Dont disappoint me any further. Its really ugly for the Martial God to bluff. Bel shook his head.

Well Joshua smiled.

At that moment, Bel realized that something was up.

...Well see if Im bluffing.

A white light encircled the entire peak.

Bels eyes widened. Is this a magic circle?

It was nice meeting you, Bel.

Some would think that Bel would be bewildered, but it was actually quite the opposite.

Ha! Hahahahahahaha! Bel clapped his hand over his forehead and burst into laughter. Yes, this is the Martial God. The hero of the century who takes down his enemy. Always has an ace up his sleeve, even in the face of disaster, not excuses!

See you next time.

Ill look forward to the day we next meet! Ill imprint every last detail of this fight in my mind!

Bel vanished in a pool of light.

Phew When he was left alone, Joshua let out a quiet sigh. I need to speed up the defrosting.