Chapter 384: 363 Exposed Purpose
"Thump!"
In the distinct sound of landing, Reiger descended from mid-air, touching down in front of Lakyus and the others.
"It seems you’ve almost dealt with everything."
Reiger glanced at the lifeless members of the Six Arms as he spoke.
Lakyus and the others, facing away from him and not turning around but facing Shalltear, still had expressions of shock and joy that had not completely faded.
Clearly, the person appearing before them was a boy who, compared to Shalltear, had almost no presence, neither an overwhelming aura nor a powerful breath, yet seeing this boy appear and stand in front of them, the fear and tremors in the hearts of Lakyus and her group faded unconsciously.
In particular, Brian, was extremely excited upon seeing that Reiger blasted that terrifying monster away with a single punch.
Only Jie Luo, still could not believe what he had witnessed.
"Lady Shalltear!"
Jie Luo called out to Shalltear, who was staggeringly flying out from the crater.
However, the call was only met by Shalltear extending her hand.
"[Fragment]."
Shalltear cast a spell towards Jie Luo.
Instantly, Jie Luo’s body inflated like a balloon.
"Pop!"
The next second, Jie Luo exploded, his body shattered into pieces, dead beyond the possibility of death.
"What...!?"
Lakyus and the others cried out in shock at the scene.
Reiger’s eyebrows slightly furrowed, but he said nothing.
In such a situation, Shalltear appeared to have eliminated a bothersome insect and turned back to Reiger.
She glanced at Lakyus and the others, then seemed to lose interest in them as if, among all present, only Reiger was worthy of her attention, her crimson eyes fixed tightly on Reiger without moving.
"You are indeed very strong, Reiger Brillhaut."
Shalltear actually said such a thing.
"Being praised by someone like you doesn’t make me happy at all."
Reiger responded indifferently.
"I was just talking to myself. You don’t need to mind it," Shalltear coldly retorted, "But indeed, I am beginning to understand why Lord Ainz would see you as a threat and why the colleagues from Nazarick consider you dangerous."
"Not to mention, just by being able to have the upper hand in this fight, you are qualified to be our opponent."
"Still, I find it hard to believe that someone like you could be a mere weak human. It feels quite inconceivable."
At these words, Reiger’s expression remained calm, showing no change.
"If you are trying to use conversation to buy time for recovery, you needn’t bother," Reiger, looking at Shalltear, said, "You should have realized by now that I possess a special ability to restrain beings like you, the undead. Therefore, no matter how much you heal, the damage I inflict will always exceed the life you manage to recover."
"Because of this, as the battle continues, your injuries only increase, whereas I am different, perfectly able to use high-tier healing magic to recover from injuries."
"It is quite normal for me to have the upper hand as we are evenly matched but I possess the ability to restrain you, and sooner or later, I will dominate under such favorable circumstances."
Reiger’s words gradually made Shalltear’s cold smile disappear.
Because what Reiger said was the truth.
In terms of ability, the two could indeed be considered evenly matched.
Now, Reiger had raised his ability value to nearly the full-power SS stage. The categories of "Strength" and "Durability" that had not yet reached the SS stage were rated S, and such ability values had definitely exceeded the current upper limit.
While others could only raise their capabilities to the full-power S stage, Reiger’s ’Agility,’ ’Dexterity,’ and ’Magic Power’ had all broken through this limit and reached the SS stage. Coupled with the advanced potential accumulated over the last few levels, Reiger could challenge higher levels even in his normal state, comparable to Level 7.
The strength of Reiger in his normal state is roughly equivalent to mid-low rank of Level 7. If he used techniques like Thunder Breathing or Moon Breathing, matching the upper ranks of Level 7 wouldn’t be a problem.
With his current ability to use various high-rank magic to handle different battles and effects, frankly, even in his normal state, if he were to face Ora Oli who except for ’Magic Power’ had all other basic abilities reach the S stage, very close to the maximum limit of Level 7, Reiger would have a significant chance of victory.
Unless Ota used skills or hidden magic like Reiger, displaying the ability to challenge beyond his level, otherwise, Reiger was confident he could defeat him in his normal state.
Such a Reiger could casually demonstrate strength comparable to the very top of Level 7, equating to the limit of Level 7.
Shalltear’s strength, when she got serious, outfitted all her Divine Artifacts and Legendary Artifacts, and fully utilized all racial abilities, special skills, and magic, was roughly equivalent to the top of Level 7.
The abilities of the two were virtually equal, and even if there was a slight gap, it could be compensated with their respective proficient high-rank magic, so saying they were evenly matched was absolutely correct.
The problem was, Reiger had a special attack power against evil entities, restraining Shalltear and causing excessive damage, which led to Shalltear’s injuries becoming progressively worse as the fight continued, ultimately leading to Reiger’s complete dominance.