Kapitel 61: Chapter 61

[1st POV]

As soon as we agreed, I sensed a large crowd moving towards us on the lower floors.

"Looks like we have guests. Pam! Free our 'bodyguards.' I'll get them weapons."

"Maybe it's better to..."

"I'll handle it, Pam!"

Once again, I summoned the mixed equipment I used when repelling the attack on the convoy.

"Ding!"

[New Quest: One-Man Army!

Description: You saved the beautiful Queen Beatrice, but the journey isn't over yet. You must bring her to power.

Objective: Defeat as many enemies as possible and fulfill the will of Queen Beatrice.

Reward:

+75 AP

+25,000 Experience

+1,000 reputation with Queen Beatrice

[Side Quest: Defeat all enemies alone.

Rewards:

+100 AP

+200 experience per defeated enemy]

[Side Quest: Eliminate the Evil Uncle]

Reward:

+10 AP

+500 reputation with Queen Beatrice]

+Variable

[Do you want to accept the quest?]

[Yes/No]

I handled the group of twenty soldiers rather quickly.

A few clones, smoke tags, precise shots—they were all down.

I gathered the spoils and returned to the hotel room.

Harton and Beatrice decided to take a secret route out of the capital.

Pam, Maze, and Lucifer went with them. Meanwhile, I split myself again and set out to meet the adventures head-on...

So, I headed to the location where the guard division was stationed.

Judging by the activity, they were already preparing to set out in pursuit of the fugitives.

My clone and I created two dozen shadow clones, with half of them designated as "snipers" and stationed around the military base.

The execution of the plan went flawlessly.

Not only did I disable vehicles and injure soldiers caught in the chaos, but I also turned the area around into a pit of mud where soldiers and officers became hopelessly stuck.

Those lucky enough to escape the zone of destruction, or those who managed to avoid it entirely, were shot by my clones acting as snipers.

The other ten clones disguised themselves with Transformation Jutsu and dove straight into the fight, engaging in close combat.

They were armed with knives and various martial arts techniques, and they wreaked havoc.

The more rational sergeants and surviving officers tried to restore order after the first wave of attacks.

However, my clone and I weren't about to let that happen.

We had already agreed to use this as an opportunity to sharpen our skills in "Hand-to-Hand Combat" and "Melee Weapon Mastery."

I wielded the sword Artemis gifted me while my clone relied on bare hands to cause chaos.

I wasn't afraid of dying, and my health stats and regeneration were formidable, almost Wolverine-like.

This bloodbath lasted four hours.

During this time, I dispatched nearly ten thousand troops.

This Life in the DC world is harsh, and a player's mind shields me from the guilt that might otherwise accompany such actions.

I finally sat down on a crate to catch my breath, sending my clones to gather "trophies."

The system messages I reviewed brought a sense of triumph. I had made significant progress:

[+1 Level Up]

...

[+1 Level Up]

[Achievement Unlocked: "Blood Reaper"!]

[Blood Reaper - Grants +5 levels to "Fear Aura" and a 75% chance to bypass lines to Hell.]

[+1 "Fear Aura"]

...

[+1 "Fear Aura"]

I wonder if it will evolve into a Reiatsu once it hits level 50? At this rate, I'll probably find out sooner rather than later.

I completely missed the level-up for chakra techniques and abilities. I've completed the main part of the quest, but now there's a side one.

Of course, it's not mandatory, but I really want to improve my relationship with Beatrice... She's a pretty girl.

While there's still time, I can choose a few sealing techniques. I have accumulated around three hundred, including the ones I've received.

So, first, I'll choose 'Flying Thunder God Jutsu.'

With this, I can recreate this amazing technique and use it.

Then I bought more small techniques.

With the remaining fifty points, I decided to put them to use. I chose to open the Path of Genjutsu.

However, I'll have to work hard in this direction, but I think it's worth it.

I have something planned that can help me with this. The key will be to return to Gotham City...

After that, I made my way to the Royal Palace, where the uncle of the current queen resided.

I didn't kill all the guards, just placed Explosion tag in the office where he was along with a couple of his bodyguards.

BOOM!

Then, I received ten points and a bonus from the system.

I got the 'Map.' Now, I have access not just to a specific area but to the entire planet.

In theory, I could even extend it to outer space, but to track someone or something there, I'd need to set a 'Marker.'

Now, this palace is marked on my map with a golden icon and labeled. I'll always know which direction this location is in on the map.

This is simply wonderful.

An hour later, the 'rebels' stormed the capital, led by the queen.

There were small fights with some squads loyal to the late colonel, although they had already learned of their leader's death.

But in the end, Beatrice restored her power in a day with a swift attack on the palace.

Pam helped the doctors treat the few injured while I rested, occasionally interrupted by reading a book or sparring with Mazikeen.

Then I found out the opinion of some of the former 'rebels' commanders, who were now forming the new Queen Beatrice's guard, and the generals who had arrived from the training exercises.

They... fear and respect me, and the main reason for this isn't that I single-handedly won a small, quick war and destroyed an entire division.

It's because they learned that the one standing beside them was none other than Lucifer Morningstar himself, and I am his pupil...

As a result, this is their reaction toward me. However, Harton and Beatrice reacted more calmly to me.

As for Beatrice, the system explains her attitude:

Queen Beatrice 2500 (interest, attraction)

Anyway, this hasn't interfered with my life for now.

A week after more training at a small range, I was summoned for an audience that would officially introduce me to the society of Bialya as a noble and holder of the country's highest award.

They attributed many accomplishments to me: the killing of the usurper, the rescue of Queen Bee, battles with traitors, and so on.

Officially, the 'loyal people' of the queen had destroyed that division, but I don't mind.

I got what I deserved.

In the two weeks before the official ceremony, I managed to level up five more levels and made some progress in my skills, but most of my time was dedicated to advancing my chakra-based abilities.

As a result, I learned new techniques and leveled up the old ones.

Path of the Chakra User:

The Path of Medical Ninjutsu

The Path of Fūinjutsu

The Path of Genjutsu

Elemental Affinity:

Fire - 21%

Water - 65%

Lightning - 7%

Wind - 14%

Earth - 59%

Light - 10%

Darkness - 5%

Life - 14%

Death - 5%

Skills:

Chakra Manipulation - Level 119

Water Surface Walking - Level 37

Surface Walking - Level 49

Chakra Cloak - Level 50

Chakra Claws - Level 35

Chakra Tail - Level 35

Techniques/Jutsu:

Transformation - Level 43

Substitution - Level 35

Shadow Clone - Level 63

Mystical Palm- Level 20

Chakra Scalpel - Level 22

Stealth Technique - Level 22

Rasengan - Level 15"

Fission Jutsu- Level 7

Teleportation Jutsu - Level 7

Water Jutsu:

Suiton: Water Shield - Level 39

...

Water Prison - Level 18

Doton (Earth Techniques):

Stone Skin - Level 37

Stone Bullets - Level 24

Demonic Rock Spider Armor - Level 15

...

Lithic Press - Level 19

Sealing Techniques (Fuinjutsu):

"Explosive Seal - Level 45"

"Sealing Tag - Level 37"

"Flying Thunder God Jutsu - Level 10"

"Strength of a Hundred Seal - Level 1"

"Temporary Paralysis Technique - Level 9"

To be continued...

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Kapitel 62: Chapter 62

[1st POV]

The reception with the queen was much more lavish and grander than the first one I attended.

I noticed Luthor again, along with his assistant.

Over the past time, my relationship with him has improved.

I have received notifications from the system, not only from him but also from Killer Frost, Lucifer, Maze, Pamela, and Harton.

However, what surprised me the most was that when I checked the list regarding my relationships with others, I saw a line with the name Amanda Waller 800 (interest).

That scared me.

I had managed to miss this detail earlier.

After scrolling through the message's history, I realized it started after Los Angeles.

I can't believe I didn't get a debuff for such carelessness.

"Mr. Dinklage, it's a pleasure to see you again or should I now address you as Lord Dinklage? Or is "Sir" the appropriate word here?"

Lex smiled as he approached me.

We were on the balcony, alone. Well, I was, and Luthor approached me a little later.

"I prefer using names. Though, it's not a big deal."

I smiled in response and shook his hand.

"Then I think neither of us will mind if we switch to a more informal tone?"

I nodded.

"Alright, Isaac. I've really wanted to talk to you for a while. At first, I thought you were a simple man. But when I learned some information that the Bialya military had skillfully hidden, I was very, very surprised."

Well, he managed to find out after all, but that was to be expected from Lex Luthor.

"And what about it?"

"That a certain individual, behind a mask, single-handedly destroyed an entire modern, fully equipped, and armed unit, equipped with the latest technology and science. You know, I haven't shared my thoughts on this with anyone, no one in the USA will ever know about it, I guarantee that. However, I still want to share this with you."

I keep a poker face and listen to him.

"From my observations, this person is neither a meta-human, nor a magician, nor an alien, but still used some strange power that helped him win. I think we both know who I'm talking about."

"Let's assume that's true. But so what? You're not planning to "rat me out," I realized that almost immediately. And I also think that even if I refuse whatever it is you're offering or implying…"

"You're a very wise person, Isaac. That's what I like about you and now I'll ask you one more question that's been on my mind. Would you consider changing your line of work?"

"To what exactly?"

"Head of security for my personal guard... Officially."

"However, there's something unofficial that you want to offer me and could it interest me?"

I raised an eyebrow, waiting for him to continue.

"That's what I'm hoping for."

Lex nodded and reached into his inner pocket, pulling out a business card.

"Here's my card. If you want to discuss this matter in more detail, give me a call. But for now, I think I should take my leave. I came to this event mainly because of you. I'll be leaving soon; my "vacation" is over. It's time to head back home."

"Then I wish you a pleasant journey, Lex."

I shouted after him, examining the business card.

It's quite interesting.

There is an alternative to fall under the wing of Lex Luthor himself.

However, I'm not ready to think about such things right now. Besides, Lex didn't expect the conversation to continue.

That brief exchange of words aimed to grab my attention toward his persona and the possibility of something...

In the midst of these thoughts, Queen Beatrice found me.

She was dressed in a dark yellow dress, with a beautiful golden diadem on her forehead and her long hair flowing freely."

"How's your evening?"

She asked as she stood next to me.

"Wonderful, Your Majesty..."

I bowed.

"Stop it! I'm not particularly fond of excessive flattery. Although, I have to admit, there's a certain moral in the fact that many people bow before you, and men are ready to kiss your feet..."

Beatrice said dreamily, taking a sip from her champagne glass.

"But that's all in the past. So, I'd prefer if at least you stopped this foolishness."

After a brief pause, she added, "In unofficial meetings, of course."

I've already realized, over the course of our time since our very first conversation, that Beatrice isn't as stupid as one might have thought at first.

She is still young and perhaps even impulsive but knows how to think logically.

If she weren't a ruler, she'd most definitely be a military person.

"Alright. To be honest, I'm also not accustomed to my new role."

"Don't get too carried away. It does have its advantages, of course. But my ancestors took care that the nobility wouldn't have too much power in this country back in the eighteenth century. So your role will boil down to swearing allegiance to me and my descendants, and 'appearing before me at my first request, to protect your ruler...' Although, we don't really like to participate in wars as such. The last war we officially took part in was the Israel-Arab War thirty years ago. So, we limit ourselves to politics and economics when it comes to exerting pressure on other countries."

"But I doubt that you could withstand, say, the USA in an open confrontation."

I said thoughtfully to keep the conversation going without any hidden agenda.

"Ha-ha-ha..."

She burst into wild laughter, and when she had calmed down somewhat, she continued the conversation, "I think I need to explain something to you, Lord Dinklage. After all, a nobleman... correction, a hereditary nobleman of Bialya, should know a thing or two about the country from which his documents for his first citizenship are from."

"I'm all ears, Your Majesty."

I enjoyed this conversation and was finally going to learn what had happened between the USA and Bialya at some point.

She perched on the railing and started swinging her legs.

"Three hundred years ago, when the colonies declared their independence, we did not recognize it as a sovereign state due to our friendly relations with the English crown. It wasn't until about a hundred and fifty years later, during the reign towards the end of the reign of Queen Victoria that my great-great-grandfather established contact with them in the economic sphere. There were trade agreements made,which in a way existence the USA as a legal entity but not more than that. Even now, we have not recognized the USA's independence. Therefore, there can be no embassies or active cooperation, not even consulates. Although our representatives communicate indirectly and exchange notes at various conferences or informal events, and there are transportation connections. But still, you must understand what this means. For us, the USA is just unstable country with natural resources but one with a good standard of living and nuclear warheads."

"That's very entertaining and enlightening."

I smiled, "But still, I heard that in the last century, there was a possibility for the States to gain your recognition, but that didn't happen. May I ask for more information? We didn't learn much about that case or your country in school."

"Ha-ha... Yes, it was indeed an amusing case. But at the same time, it's also insulting for us. Oh!"

Queen Bee's glass cracked in her hands, and a thin stream of scarlet blood began to slowly trickle down her arm.

Apparently, this incident touches her pride as a ruler.

"Wait."

I stepped closer to her and took her palm in my hand.

"Impudent. Before you stand your queen, you dare to touch the royal hand without her consent."

She pretended to make a serious face, but in her eyes, I saw mischief.

"You can do whatever you wish to me as punishment. But please, allow me to heal your hand. Otherwise, there might be a scar left on this beautiful hand. Also, my curiosity has played a cruel trick on you, and I feel guilty."

She didn't resist and freely extended her hand to me.

I then used Mystical Palm Jutsu and healed the small cut in just a few seconds. Then I saw surprise and confusion in Beatrice's eyes.

"How?!"

"My power can not only cause harm but also heal."

I smiled and waved.

"And what else can you do with it?"

I wonder if, right now, her mind is working with more power than Batmobile.

"It's not as much as I'd like for now. The key is time and the desire to develop it."

"Hm. You're full of surprises and mysteries. That amuses me."

[100 relationship with Queen Beatrice.]

"I'm glad to serve you, Your Majesty."

I joked with a bow.

At that moment, amidst Beatrice's laughter, Pamela joined us.

"I stepped away for just five minutes, and you're already having a nice chat with Her Majesty."

"Need I remind you that you're her subject? And that I'm right here?

Oh, how tightly my hand was squeezed..."

"Well, no need to be so harsh with him, Miss Isley."

Queen Beatrice defended me, "He helped me heal my hand. By the way, I think Isaac's skills could help many in Bialya. Of course, this will remain a secret for those you don't want to trust with this secret, meaning your acquaintances from America."

Now, that's an idea!

I'll improve my medial jutsu, gain experience, and then earn respect among the locals.

That's not bad at all.

So, for the remaining half hour of our stay at the reception, Pamela and I discussed the possibility of me "moonlighting" as a local Dr. House.