Chapter 64: Exploring the dungeon part 9

A fierce exchange of blows had begun, Arthur Smith and Grace Velomht were measuring their strength to see which of the two is stronger.

-Do you think a flawed version of my research will be able to overcome the original? -The Velomht duke spoke as he tried to attack Arthur with his sword.

-For a flawed version I’m keeping up with you bastard. -Arthur dodges the attack without any problems and moving his hips he manages to cut the duke several times.

-!I have you. -But in response to this Grace hits him hard sending him flying, no doubt this was a SSS rank fight.

(Wow, I can barely follow their movements, they are so fast and strong, is this SSS rank? Will I be able to do those things in the future?) -Alexander was watching the fight very concentrated, he couldn’t believe his eyes, Arthur and Grace didn’t look like humans.

-Shit, how long are we going to keep this up Grace? Let’s just stop this fight and that’s it -Arthur, who looked more tired than his rival, suggested him to stop fighting.

-Now you want to run away? Don’t make me laugh. -But his rival doesn’t think the same way, approaching to attack Arthur.

[You have used the synergy skill]

-Where do you think you’re going? -Alexander interposes himself between the two boys and tries to cover Grace’s attack.

[The attack is too strong to be blocked].

But as soon as the attack crashed into him, Alexander was driven back by the great strength of his opponent. -I have you. -Arthur holds Alexander to prevent him from taking any more damage.

[You have lost 30% health.]

(What the fuck is this, was that a hit? I just felt a hammer pierce my skin) -Alexander looked at his numb hands as he realized he was in a whole different league.

-Are you okay? That guy’s punches are no joke. -Arthur spoke to his partner as he sharpened his dagger. -Don’t expect him to get so strong, that guy is big trouble. -After saying those words. Arthur rushes again against his rival for another exchange of blows.

(This sucks, I’m not able to do anything at this moment, I want to help, but I can’t) -Alexander was still watching the fight, although he would have liked to help Arthur, at this moment he doesn’t have that power.

-Arthur is going to lose, you must help him. -Alexander’s entertainment was interrupted by the princess, who with a worried face spoke. -What do you mean by that? -Alexander asked the girl.

-His eyes are slowly fading, his body looks more worn out and his movements are slow, Arthur won’t be able to keep up much longer. -Agnes kept talking worriedly while watching the fight, if everything she said was true Arthur was destined to lose.

(Shit, what the princess says is true, I must help him) -Alexander was preparing to help his partner, but he sees his intentions and gestures him to stop.

(Fuck, what was I thinking? It’s clear that we are on different levels) -Alexander stops to see his friend’s signal.

-It looks like you’re getting tired Smith. -The duke said these words and punched Arthur several times in the face, he seems to have the upper hand. -Why don’t you shut up, you bastard? -Arthur in response grabs him and then throws him towards the wall.

(Shit, he seems to be noticing, my lungs and muscles are tired, if this fight continues I’m going to lose) -Arthur thought this while he hit Grace harder, he had to finish this fight as fast as possible.

-Shit, what you say is true, Arthur looks clearly more tired than the duke’s bastard. -Alexander commented as he watched the fight unfold.

-I got you, you bastard. -Grace slashed Arthur several times with his sword and then kicked him right in the stomach, causing him to fall to his knees on the ground. -It looks like there’s already a winner and it’s not you.

With a mocking and demonic smile the duke raises his sword to finish off the prince. -Tell me your last words.

[You are using the combat skill: synergy.]

[You have used the item: drink of speed]

-But to both of their surprises, Alexander hit with all his might the duke’s sword, breaking it in the process. (This is the most I can do for you) -The duke in response to this hits Alexander hard, being shot to the other edge of the room.

[You have used the item: Healing candy]

(Shit, what the fuck am I supposed to do? I can’t use my runner ability and even if I used it I don’t match the speed of a SSS rank, it would be suicide to fight him) -Alexander thought this while standing up to then stand in front of Agnes ready to protect her.

-Hahaha, looks like your lapdog knows what he’s doing. -The duke mocked Alexander and decided to approach him little by little.

-Where do you think you’re going you bastard? You haven’t defeated me yet. -A bloodied and tired Arthur got up from the ground, he didn’t think he was going to lose this fight. -Do you think I’m going to lose with a few simple blows?

[Notification]

[One of your allies has boundless determination]

[Your ally's constitution points are about to activate]

(Wow, that’s what I call a last minute gift) -Alexander read the information in the window with excitement, Arthur maybe had a chance to win.

-Well, it seems that the prince has some perseverance, but that’s not enough to win. -Grace spoke in a serial voice as he returned to Arthur.

-Well, here I wait for you. -Arthur smiles at his opponent and invites him to fight.

[Arthur Smith’s determination and strength knows no bounds.]

[His constitution points will be activated]

[The user will receive a unique ability for awakening his constitution points].

Arthur dodged Grace’s punch with inhuman speed and throws a punch at him with all his might, throwing him into the wall.

(Wow how strong has he become?)

[You have used the skill: Observe]

[The user is too strong, you can’t analyze him]

(It was to be expected, it looks like we can win) -With a smile, Alexander watched as Grace went back to attack Arthur, but he kicked him, crashing into the same wall as before.

-Alexander, Agnes get out of here, both of you get out of this castle!” Arthur shouted to his companions what to do.

(What the fuck? But we are winning because hell…) -Alexander looked at Arthur’s body and realized what he was doing was wrong.

You're crazy, I'm not going to abandon you here! -Agnes was the first to refuse Arthur’s decision, she couldn’t leave her beloved alone in moments like this.

-I’m sorry Agnes, but let’s go. -Alexander was saying these hard words to the girl, since he was watching Arthur’s ability in the system.

[Ability: Real Sacrifice]-[Deaths sometimes come fast, sometimes they come slow, but no matter what you do it will always come, but sometimes you decide your fate. This ability is unique to Arthur Smith. By using this ability, the user will have a stat boost only to kill his opponent, but in return he must sacrifice his life as well]

-What the fuck are you supposed to say, we can’t just leave him here-! -Agnes was starting to complain, but Alexander hits the back of her neck knocking her out.

-Are you really going to do? -Alexander looked at the boy with some sadness, he knew what his partner was about to do.

-Did you notice? I wanted my sacrifice to be more emotional, anyway I didn’t have much time left to live, I was using the drug at every moment. -Arthur answered Alexander as he saw his rival getting up. -Please, help her escape for me.

Leaving his last words, Arthur lunges at the duke, destroying the wall on impact.

(If only I were stronger, this… This wouldn’t have been like this) -Alexander presses his fists angrily to see the fight, although at first working with Arthur was annoying, he had grown somewhat fond of him.

-Looks like you’ve gotten stronger, don’t you, you bastard? -Grace was slamming Arthur hard against the wall of the place, destroying him bit by bit.

(Shit… I don’t have time to waste) -Alexander holds Agnes while looking at Arthur before leaving, he wanted to save the boy, but he knows he can’t do it, not with that power.

[You have used the temporary object: Escape Bonds].

[Do you wish to take Agnes Bromck with you?]

[Yes/No]

Alexander would choose the option and instantly a big circle opens on the ground, this one was golden in color while in the center it had a sign. -Okay, it’s time to complete this mission.

Alexander is surrounded by a bright light, which helps him to close his eyes and enjoy the journey.

(Goodbye Arthur)

Saying goodbye to his friend Alexander is completely the escape.

-What the fuck just happened? They disappeared, was that guy a wizard? -Grace asked, but was instantly beaten by Arthur, now that Alexander and Agnes were gone it was time to put an end to this whole story.

-You know Grace, I’m sorry. -Arthur who was bleeding from the mouth was hitting the duke hard again while he was apologizing, if only he hadn’t been like that with him these things wouldn’t have happened.

-What’s with that shit now you bastard? -The Velomht tries to escape, but Arthur kicks him again, destroying the wall a little at a time.

-Yeah, I’m sorry, I hope in my next life to be a better person. -Arthur hits the boy again several times at Grace, managing to break the wall completely.

-Hey, what the fuck are you planning to do? -The frightened duke asked his rival, they were currently on the second highest floor of the castle, a fall from that height would be fatal.

-I’m doing the right thing. -With his last remaining strength, Arthur held Grace and threw herself with him.

(Thank you Alexander, I owe you one)

(Goodbye Agnes, take care of yourself, eat well, rest and above all live free).

(I love you)

***

-It's good to see you back as a player.

Alexander opened his eyes again to find the girl from the beginning who was part of the system.

-You don’t look so good player, did something happen? -The girl asked Alexander, who had a helpless look on his face.

-Yes, something happened… Something I will always remember. -Alexander focused his eyes on a window of the system in front of his eyes.

[Congratulations]

[One of your companions has defeated the dungeon boss]

(I’ll miss you, you bastard).

[Bad news]

[One of your allies has died]