Lin Feng, while slaughtering dark creatures, contemplated whether to spare Li Xieqian and his group.
Though they wore black robes, a group Lin Feng was reluctant to save, they had known each other for a considerable time.
Furthermore, Li Xieqian hadn't committed any overtly depraved acts, giving Lin Feng a decent impression of him. Most importantly, he was obedient!
As for Hana and the others, Lin Feng didn't know them well, but from their interactions, it seemed black robes weren't entirely evil.
Of course, it was possible they were good at deception.
Lost in thought, Lin Feng eventually decided to spare a few of them.
After all, Rodda and Dionna had to be saved!
If Rodda died, old man Luo Yongtian would never let him off!
Yes, this was for the smooth progress of the plan!
However, what method should he use now?
As Lin Feng pondered, he casually swung his sword, releasing a wave of radiant energy.
The luminous energy seemed excited by the dark creatures, as if possessing a life of its own and automatically targeting them.
Lin Feng observed the battlefield.
An and the dwarf had already fought their way to unknown whereabouts, no longer visible within his sight.
Devonth and Ivan stood by the gate, seemingly engaged in a conversation.
Could they be preparing some ultimate move?
Lin Feng thought it possible.
In this situation, if he were to save Li Xieqian and his group, how would he act his part?
Lin Feng found himself in a dilemma.
If all else failed, he'd just drop the pretense; he wasn't a very good actor.
Moreover, suppressing his strength for so long was starting to make Lin Feng feel a flicker of displeasure!
Roar!
Lost in thought, a monstrous dark beast broke through the radiant barrier and charged at him.
Its maw, filled with fangs, inexplicably reminded Lin Feng of Venom.
"The threat isn't high, but there are simply too many of them."
Lin Feng frowned and brandished his long sword, sending out a beam of light that sizzled upon striking the beast.
Radiance was akin to strong acid to dark creatures, constantly purifying the power from the abyss.
It not only caused physical damage but inflicted endless torment.
Wait, radiance?!
As Lin Feng swung his sword, he suddenly paused.
Then, he slapped his forehead.
"Damn it, how could I have forgotten about that thing!"
Lin Feng suddenly remembered something and reached into his storage space.
When he withdrew his hand, a beautifully crafted and ornate book appeared.
It was a pure white book with golden patterns inlaid on its surface.
This was the Radiant Magic Book that Lin Feng had found in the Lost Bookstore earlier.
The pure white magic staff he was currently using and the radiance skill applied to his greatsword were both learned from this book.
However, the book's surface was still somewhat damaged.
It was from the last time it fought the Forbidden Magic Book.
It felt like yesterday when two small figures, barely fifty centimeters tall, had fought fiercely.
After the battle, the book was much more damaged than it was now. Even after a long period of recovery, it hadn't fully healed and still bore some surface damage.
The Radiant Book, upon appearing in the void, transformed into the pure light figure Lin Feng had seen before, without Lin Feng needing to do anything.
It was still about fifty centimeters tall, composed entirely of golden-white light, and vaguely resembled a girl with long hair.
However, its luminosity was significantly dimmer than when Lin Feng had first encountered it.
But it still exuded an aura of radiant sanctity.
"What's going on? Why are there so many abyssal creatures?"
"Hmm? This aura… are these the minions of that b**** Forbidden?"
As soon as the radiance appeared, it scanned its surroundings and then exclaimed with surprise.
"Forbidden's minions? Shouldn't they be called Tarokorina or something?" Lin Feng interjected curiously.
He had heard Ivan mention earlier that these dark creatures belonged to Tarokorina.
Also, was this radiance really so uncouth, calling someone a b**** right off the bat…
"Tarokorina?" The radiance tilted its head, muttering the name in confusion.
"Oh! I remember now, Tarokorina is just one of Forbidden's subordinates!"
"So, they're still Forbidden's minions, aren't they?"
"Young man, why are you arguing with me about this?" The radiance looked very puzzled.
Lin Feng: …………
"No, I wasn't trying to argue…"
And what was with the 'young man'?
"Never mind!" The radiance waved its hand dismissively, not dwelling on Lin Feng's sophistry.
"You summoned us, you want to eradicate these disgusting, ugly creatures, right!"
The radiance was truly professional, Lin Feng thought.
Lin Feng nodded vigorously.
"Yes, yes, that's exactly it!"
"Surely you don't want to see these dark creatures contaminate the entire universe, do you?"
The radiance nodded solemnly.
"Indeed! Eradicating all dark creatures is one of the meanings of my existence!"
"I shall now unleash my power and let these unsightly beings witness the might of radiance!"
With that, the radiance uttered its declaration and transformed into a stream of light, charging towards the distance, where the large congregation of dark creatures was located.
Lin Feng was moved to tears.
What a wonderful being, automatically willing to work without him having to coax it further.
This left Lin Feng with no outlet for the torrent of persuasive words he had prepared.
He could only sigh at the intensity of the conflict between the light and dark factions.
But had the radiance mentioned something just now?
Was Tarokorina, the master of the gate, a subordinate of Forbidden?
Lin Feng thought of the Forbidden Magic Book that was also stored in his inventory.
If he were to bring out Forbidden, could he force Tarokorina to retreat immediately?
But Lin Feng quickly dismissed the idea.
Since he had already summoned the radiance, what if he brought out Forbidden as well, and the two of them started fighting again? That would only cause more trouble.
The radiance transformed into a golden-white beam of light, illuminating the void like a spark.
It charged directly into the ranks of dark creatures, radiating sanctity.
A few seconds later, the white light suddenly changed direction, making a 180-degree turn and flying back towards Lin Feng…
Lin Feng: ???
"Young man, where's the magic staff I gave you earlier? Lend it to me!" The radiance stretched out its small hand, demanding it without reservation.
"What are you doing? Didn't you give it to me?" Lin Feng blinked, hesitant to hand over the Pure White Magic Staff.
That item was not only beautiful and functional but also an exquisite work of art even if not used as a weapon!
It was precisely because he held this magic staff, a subtle hint of bribery, that he had taken the Radiant Magic Book from the Lost Bookstore.
"Uh…"
"It's just that I didn't hold back my strength when I fought with that b**** Forbidden earlier, and I haven't fully recovered yet."
"Lend me the staff, and I'll return it after I'm done. I wouldn't deign to take back something I've given away!" The radiance scratched its luminous little head and explained.
"Oh, right, do you have any items that can replenish energy? Lend those to me too! I will remember your minuscule contribution to eradicating the dark creatures!"