Chapter 37: Chapter 37: The Ghoul Case
Translator: Exodus Tales Editor: Exodus Tales
“Corpse Eater Case”
Han Dong immediately became curious.
“So the Holy City is not absolutely safe? Ghouls… monsters from Western literature, why would they appear in civilian homes?
From what this Apprentice Knight says, there seems to be a related organization issuing bounty orders behind the incidents. Solving such cases can earn certain rewards.
He is likely assessing the strength of the ghoul based on the degree of damage to the corpse. It might be a bit tough for him alone, that’s why he is recruiting temporary teammates.
If I step forward to help, I can gain a deeper understanding of these kinds of incidents and why monsters appear in civilian homes. I can also learn about the rewards and earn some money, which I really need right now.
But there are risks… it’s easy to get exposed, plus I haven’t officially entered the
Knight Academy yet, dealing with ghouls could be dangerous.”
Facing this blond young knight’s temporary recruitment order, Han Dong did not make a move immediately.
He has not yet officially entered the Knight Academy, he hasn’t undergone any trainings in Mysticism. Besides the tentacle attack that comes with the Faceless Skull, he doesn’t know any mystical skills.
“Wait… I do have one skill for combat!”
After about five minutes, the young knight looked a little frustrated.
“Apprentice Knights are mostly studying in the academy. Even if they go out, they won’t ‘descend’ and waste time in the civilian area.
The bounty order just mentioned some suspicious corpse stealing behavior in a cemetery at the intersection of Ghana Civilian Area and Samay Civilian Area… Since the timeframe is not long, we are ordered to come here and capture a newborn ghoul who succumbed to fallen thoughts and just started to mutate.
From the depth of the scratch marks and fungus remains on the body, this is undoubtedly an adult ghoul.
The information has been sent back to the academy, and the reward amount has increased… but if I go back to find a team now, this ghoul may possibly escape.
A huge amount of copper coin rewards, plus extra credit points, I really don’t want to give it up!
But I can’t gamble with my life.”
The young knight tucked his sword away, seeming to not plan on investigating inside… If he lives, there will be opportunities, especially as he is currently studying in the academy, there is no need for him to take this risk.
Just then, a skinny young man with brown hair slowly worked his way out of the crowd.
Wearing an oversized linen shirt,
Under the yellowish skin, the texture of the bones was clearly visible.
“Danger area, No…” ,
Just as a security officer prepared to use brute force to push Han Dong back into the crowd, a golden card was handed over.
“Apprentice Knight! ! ”
For a moment, the security officials all looked at Han Dong in surprise and cleared a path for him.
“I don’t know if I can help?”
After some consideration, Han Dong decided that the benefits of helping outweighed the disadvantages.
“How many main points do you have?”
The young knight came over and looked Han Dong up and down… frankly speaking, even those bookworms majoring in “Library” were in better shape than Han Dong.
“Two points in Mysticism, I am Aron Andwa.” Han Dong deliberately used a pseudonym, which couldn’t be checked out for now.
“Two points… barely qualifies, it’s just your major, Mysticism, may be problematic in a limited space like this when dealing with ghouls.
Let me introduce myself.
I C’s Cass Martini, currently allocated three fate points in Cross Crusader… Strength and speed are good enough to confront an average ghoul.
But, the problem is right here.
You’ll see if you come over here.”
Guided by Cass, the two came to the woman hanging by the door.
“The initial bounty order I received only mentioned a ‘Newborn Ghoul’
However, the wounds on the corpse suggest that the ghoul hiding in this building has already matured… I even suspect that this family deliberately concealed it, secretly feeding the ghoul in the basement.
An adult ghoul is slightly superior to me in all aspects.”
The most troublesome thing is their vitality! Unless one can decapitate them or pierce their heart, all other attacks cannot stop a ghoul.”
“Hmm…”
While listening, Han Dong scrutinized the claw-shaped wounds on the women’s body, his mind silently analyzing:
“The areas torn open by the claws have begun to show signs of gangrene, with cell tissue swelling and serious circulation obstruction… Even without suffering a fatal injury, just a scratch is enough to kill them quickly.
Is this a Ghoul? No wonder this apprentice knight didn’t dare to undertake the task alone.
The dangers are greater than I imagined, and without timely treatment, it’s very likely to result in death if wounded.”
“Andwa, tell me about your powers. If you’re more inclined towards the predictive detection abilities of astrology, then forget it.” Han Dong stated bluntly.
He took out a short blade enveloped in a green aura.
This made Cass, who was standing in front of him, show a look of surprise, “A
Fate Weapon that matches your main attribute!? What does it do?” “It can release single-target, non-directional plague attacks.”
“Plague… Ghouls may have some resistance to it.
However, since it’s a Fate Weapon, it definitely has some effect. Fine. During combat later, you must follow my command and don’t act recklessly… Also, your body isn’t in good condition, you must stay behind me.”
“Okay.”
Cass silently tugged Han Dong’s sleeve, leaned close, and asked quietly, “Uh, speaking of… how did you get this Fate Weapon?”
“Hidden event.’
“I knew it! I told those guys but they didn’t believe it!
The probability of getting a weapon from a Fate Card obtained from a primary event is painfully low. You must explore hidden events as much as possible and acquire Fate Weapons from the hidden rewards… Good for you.
Although my sword and shield are made of pure silver and have some anti-evil effects, they’re far behind a Fate Weapon.
Wait for me.
I’ll have the security personnel here armed with fire guns and surround the building to prevent the Ghoul from suddenly escaping while fighting with us.”
From the way Cass spoke and handled matters, it was clear this wasn’t his first time undertaking such a bounty task.
After arranging the personnel, he used a body bag to pack the woman’s corpse, having it transported to the church by the related personnel for purification and cremation.
Everything was ready.
Han Dong followed Cass and stepped into this Victorian-style villa.
As soon as they entered, they could smell the stench of decaying flesh.
Cass was somewhat uncomfortable, while Han Dong was unaffected.
After all, Han Dong, in his previous life, was a man who had dealt with bacterial cultures daily. Once a bacterial culture went awry, that smell… it could make one immediately want to diet.
“Where are your goggles?”
Cass took out a pair of necessary brass goggles from his waist and put them on his head.
“Didn’t bring them…”
“You… Aren’t you afraid of death? If you’re affected by mental pollution, it’s not as simple as just reducing ‘stress’… Luckily, I brought my spare goggles with me today. Take and use them.”
“Thank you.”
Han Dong took them and put them on quickly.
Cass said, “You’re a practitioner of Mysticism, so you should know more about ‘Corpse Eaters’… Although they have human form, they are somewhat connected to the things outside the city wall. Always keep your goggles on!
If they are damaged, withdraw from battle immediately.”
“Okay.”
Han Dong didn’t understand at all.
After hearing Cass’ explanation, he became more curious about the function of ‘goggles’ and the high-level creatures that inhabit this world..