Fairy Tale: With Sin Of Pride

This region was once connected to the forest surrounding it, almost encircled by dense woods. But everything changed a decade ago when a group of dragons descended from Dragon Island, bringing chaos. Among them were fire dragons, notorious for their fierce tempers.

With the fiery wrath of these dragons, the once-flourishing forest turned into a desolate ruin. Trees were reduced to ash, and the landscape became a barren expanse of rock and scorched earth.

The havoc caused by fire dragons is unparalleled in the mortal world. Dragons possess the broadest spectrum of power, from their weakest to their strongest forms. Even a newborn dragon stands at an epic level of strength, while those in their prime can rival demigods.

The fire dragons that clashed here a decade ago were already of legendary power. Their magic obliterated the forest with ease, setting the ground ablaze and creating a sea of fire that consumed everything. Only a single ancient tree withstood the inferno, sparing a fragment of the forest from total annihilation.

This catastrophic battle left behind numerous legends, one of which claimed that several dragon eggs were laid during the conflict. Some believe those eggs have hatched, with rumors of dragon cries echoing from distant grottoes still circulating to this day.

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"Master, what should we do now? That man Korori dared to demand five thousand gold coins for his information!"

Inside the carriage, a man shook his head as he unfolded a note, scanning its contents. "It's not just about the cost. Even if we act, there's no guarantee we'll leave unscathed. Besides, the information he provides isn't without merit. He mentioned... a demigod?"

His eyes glimmered with interest as he pondered the implications.

Demigods represented the pinnacle of power on the continent. Though higher powers existed, they were in states of recovery, requiring years—perhaps decades—to regain their strength. For now, demigods reigned supreme.

"If this demigod can subdue the Dwarf King, then he is certainly no ordinary figure," the man mused. "But whether his presence in the forest is a blessing or a threat remains to be seen. I'll have to decide soon."

"By the way," he continued, "has that man Rory left?"

Cord nodded, clearly keeping tabs on Rory. "Yes, though he did something unusual. He posted an information mission at the counter, paying for it with the four thousand gold coins he just received."

"Really? What kind of information is he seeking?"

Cord glanced at the book he was flipping through and smirked. "He's seeking information about the gods of the Divine Death Continent. And he's willing to pay handsomely for anything valid."

The man's expression shifted. "He's inquiring about gods?"

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Elsewhere, Rhodes stared at the kunai lying on the table before him, a mix of amusement and disbelief on his face. "Is this all I got? Just this little thing?"

On closer inspection, he noticed intricate carvings on the kunai—a spell imbued within its design.

"Wait... is this the Flying Thunder God technique?" Rhodes murmured. "No, it's not identical to the one in Naruto. This seems more like space magic, adapted to this world."

Curious about its range and effectiveness, Rhodes resolved to test it later. For now, it was a valuable trump card, capable of instant escape from danger.

"Although I haven't obtained Absolute Defense Susanoo yet," he sighed, "this should suffice for now."

A sudden knock interrupted his thoughts. The door creaked open to reveal a human servant.

"Sir, we are ready to depart for the neighboring countries. Could you..."

In this unique part of the continent, slavery was prohibited, though it thrived in other regions, including the human kingdoms. The prospect of becoming slaves in foreign lands made the servants uneasy.

Rhodes thought for a moment before nodding. "Very well, I'll accompany you. And I'll show you something interesting along the way."

The servant's face brightened. "Thank you, sir. We'll prepare immediately!"

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News of Rhodes' decision reached the Dwarf King, who wasted no time organizing the journey. The trip wasn't just about trade—it was an opportunity to showcase their groundbreaking technology to the world.

"This sword," the Dwarf King declared, holding a gleaming blade aloft, "is more than just a weapon. It's a symbol of dwarven ingenuity!"

The thought of their technological prowess being recognized across the continent filled him with pride.

"Ha! Let the giants try to match this," he chuckled. "Their primitive minds can't keep up with our advancements. As long as we have Mr. Rhodes, our progress is unstoppable!"

In his admiration, the Dwarf King had long dismissed the God of Forging, relegating the deity to a forgotten corner of history.

Rhodes, meanwhile, gazed at the divine vessel before him, lost in thought. The path to godhood was long and arduous, but time was on his side.

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"Sir," the servant addressed Rhodes the next morning, "our next destination is Dekeli City, a human settlement."

Rhodes nodded. Having distanced himself from humanity for so long, he was curious about the state of the human world.

"Why Dekeli City?" he asked.

The servant explained, "Dekeli City is hosting the 20th Battle Conference. Representatives from 80% of the continent's nations will be present. It's the perfect stage to promote our new creations and secure substantial orders."

Rhodes smirked. "A gathering of nations, you say? This should be interesting."

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