Praise the Orc! Chapter 83:
Chapter 83 – Alive (1)
“Oh, orc warrior! Its nice to meet you . Hahahaha .
Are you alive? I am called Crockta .
Nakai greeted him with a smile . Crockta laughed and nodded .
Anor felt strange as he watched the two greet each other . He was captivated from the unreal scene that seemed to be separate from the rest of the world . Obviously, they met for the first time today .
The Nakai he knew wouldve mocked and expressed dissatisfaction towards other species entering Nuridot . He was always the one who kept spouting the rhetoric that orcs were dirty and ignorant .
So why were they now shaking hands like this?
“Uh, it is Anor! How is Third Dragon?
Tiyo approached . Nakai looked down at Tiyo and asked for a handshake .
“You seem like a dark elf with manners . I am Tiyo dot, replied Tiyo with a smile .
Nakai originally called gnomes little dwarves . Now it seemed like Anor was the only one not properly connected to Nuridot . Anor turned around with a bitter expression .
Before he knew it, the sun had completely sunk below the horizon . The twilight sky was covered with the veil of night . Once again, the moon took to the sky .
Anor trudged towards his house .
He felt it was unfair as he thought about all the times he had been persecuted . He mightve been a half-blood, but at least he resembled a dark elf with his dark skin and long ears . The orc and gnome had completely different appearances .
However, they were welcomed . Maybe it wasnt because he was a half-blood, but Anors existence itself? That was the only conclusion he could come to .
He stopped moving as someone suddenly grabbed his shoulder . Anor panicked . He turned around and saw a face that he knew, causing him to become even more frightened . Crocktas rough face could be seen in the darkness .
Y-You surprised me!
“It seems like there are no inns around here . Nuridot wasnt a very big place . In the first place, the dark elves werent very accepting of outsiders, so lodging businesses werent very common . So Ive decided to stay at your house .
“I never gave permission…
“Thats why I came . To ask you . Kulkulkul .
Anor scratched his head . His house wasnt very spacious and wasnt fit to welcome guests . Rather, it was shameful to show to others . But he felt nervous about being stared at by Crockta .
Then…
The moment he looked up at Crockta to tell him to come along…
Something flew over Crocktas head .
…Eh?
The shadow of a dragon shone from the light of the full moon behind Crocktas head . No . It wasnt a dragon . It resembled a dragon, but wasnt a dragon . It resembled a drake, but it wasnt a drake . It was drake with the wings of a wyvern, Third Dragon .
Third Dragon?
He had obviously released Third Dragon into the Luklan Mountains . Anor asked him to live freely without coming back . He firmed up his heart and moved away from Third Dragon . So why was Third Dragon flying about Nuridot? Third Dragon was heading north towards Nuridot Forest, the habitat of the drakes .
“Eeit!
Anor started running . Crockta and Tiyo stared at his receding back before gazing at each other . They chased after him .
***
Why are you back?
Third Dragon glanced over at Anor, who had his arms folded over his chest .
“Youll be harassed again by the other drakes here . ”
Shake shake .
Third Dragon shook his head . His intentions were clear .
Crockta and Tiyo watched him from behind .
Hey! Are you going to live with this harassment all your life? Go back and make other friends! Eh! You are just a little bigger! So live!
Grrrrung .
“Ahh, what are you saying?
Anor hit his chest with frustration . Crockta approached and said, “Anor, give him a moment .
Huh?
Crockta grabbed the back of Anors neck and tugged him backward .
“Eek?
As soon as he was dragged back, a fire flashed around Third Dragon . It was a fire breath that illuminated the dark forest .
……!
Third Dragon spread his big wings in an instant . The breath was blocked by the wings . There was black soot, but there didnt seem to be any major damage . Third Dragon revealed his sharp fangs .
A drake was approaching from the forest . The drake and Third Dragon growled wildly at each other . The uninvited drake shouted something and Third Dragon roared back . The war of nerves between two drakes!
It didnt end there was there were two more drakes behind the uninvited one . They threatened Third Dragon . Third Dragon was brave, but there were three drakes .
They watched each other .
Anor was sad . His appearance was superimposed over Third Dragon .
Third Dragon…
Crockta watched it and stepped forward . I didnt intend to intervene but…
He pulled out his greatsword . A black light emerged from Ogre Slayer
“It is rude to act like this in front of me .
The drakes looked at the orc who suddenly appeared and made absurd facial expressions . Crockta thought that the expressions on the reptiles faces were very good . Then he glared at them .
[Creatures Butcher (Essence) has been used . ]
It was the skill he got after hunting behemoth with the great hunter Shakan . It was an anti-creature skill that increased attack power against the beast and gave the creatures a sense of oppression that neutralized their movements . Then he used the Pinnacle rank skill, Army Crushing Roar of Madness . Even if he didnt roar loudly, the madness of the orc warrior who swept through many battlefields came alive .
Crockta glared at the drakes .
[Heart and Soul Penetration (Pinnacle) has been used . Identifying the drakes . ]
[The drakes in this forest are fairly strong, but they are weaker than you . They are stuck . The smell of the slaughtered creatures on you have awakened their fear . ]
He used Heart and Soul Penetration to read them .
The drakes retreated .
[The drakes want to run away, but cant because of their pride . ]
Crockta just laughed . Their pride . He increased the strength in his eyes .
Kuoooooh-!
Steam rose from Ogre Slayer .
The drakes realized . If they moved even a little bit forward, that sword would slaughter them . That wasnt an ordinary orc .
The drakes were forced to turn around . Third Dragon glanced at them, giving a warning until the end . Anor was amazed as Crockta repelled the drakes . The orc warrior was stronger than Anor initially thought .
Looking back, Crockta had been about to bring a big sword down on Third Dragon the first time Anor saw him . What if Anor hadnt shouted quickly that time? He believed in Third Dragons strong skeleton and skin, but maybe Third Dragon mightve ended up worst from the blow . The back of that orc looked cool .
Anor .
Huh?
“I dont know you very well, but Ive been thinking . Crockta said as he put away his sword . “Why do you want to send Third Dragon away to the Luklan Mountains?
“You just saw it . Every day is like this .
“But Third Dragon wants to stay here .
Still…
Crockta approached him . Arent you the one who actually wants to leave?
He had eyes and ears, so he knew about Anor . He was a mixed breed among the dark elves and humans, causing the town to ignore him . When Crockta and Tiyo had asked about Anor, the dark elves had clearly despised him .
……
Anor looked blank at Crocktas words . It was like he was looking into his heart .
“Maybe…it might be true . Anors shoulders dropped .
They left Third Dragon in the forest and headed back to Nuridot . They walked through the dark streets and talked . Anor asked, How did you do it?
“What?
“Become close to the dark elves .
Crockta just laughed . “Im not close to them .
“But everyone was pretty friendly…
“They are acting like that because they need me to do something .
Nuridot had panicked when the group of orcs appeared in the daytime . It was widely known that the mad chieftain was preparing for war . The wanderers were holding the flag of the Great Clan . The wanderers gave two options: fight or be robbed . Nuridots power wasnt that strong . Big sacrifices would need to be made to fight them off . But it was a situation where they couldnt accept the orcs unreasonable demands .
It was a dilemma . Then all of a sudden, a gnome and orc appeared . The dark elves were puzzled while the orcs laughed at them .
And…
The orcs were wiped out . The orc warrior sliced off the heads of five laughing orcs in an instant . The attitude of the wandering orcs changed immediately . Dozens of orcs raised their weapons against him, but he didnt blink . Rather, he overwhelmed their forces alone .
In the eyes of the dark elves, he looked like a **** of war .
The fearsome orc warrior explained to the dark elves . The wanderers would come back, so he would stay and keep watch until that time . He was heading towards the Temple of the Fallen God, but he wanted to cooperate with the dark elves in order to pass through their territory . He also wasnt unrelated to the Great Clan .
To the terrified dark elves of Nuridot, he was their savior . Therefore, the duo entered as guests of Nuridot . His story was widely circulated so no dark elves dared disparage him . Thus, the dark elves were forced to become friendly and embrace them . In particular, Tiyos cute looks and cheerful attitude was fresh for the dark elves .
Kindness to the weak was useless, but kindness to the strong was something they could respect . That was the world .
I see…
Anors expression didnt change despite Crocktas expression . Crockta had gained the respect he desperately wanted all his life . It was because of strength .
“The world is unfair, muttered Anor .
He had endlessly committed to becoming a member of the dark elf society . He didnt cause any problems . But he was still a stranger to the dark elves . However, Crockta instantly received awe from the dark elves because of his strength .
The reason was strength .
“Yes . The world is unfair .
Crockta grinned .
They returned to Nuridot and arrived at Anors house . His house wasnt large . It was a small and dilapidated house . It was too crowded with the oversized Crockta and Tiyo . Anor wanted to concede his bed but Crockta and Tiyo declined . They covered the ground with Anors blankets .
Are you uncomfortable?
“It’s okay . Tiyo is already asleep .
Tiyo was already snoring . He had a talent for falling asleep anywhere as soon as he put his head on the floor . The gnome was really cute when he closed his eyes and slept like a newborn baby .
Crockta also tried to close his eyes .
Suddenly, Anor said, “Crockta, I had spend my whole life trying to be recognized as a dark elf of Nuridot . His mind had been complicated all day . In particular, he had been shocked by the sight of Nakai being polite to Crockta . But I am still an outsider . Why?
Crockta looked up at the dark ceiling . He had only met the dark elf today, but Crockta was able to grasp what Anor was like .
Thus, he felt sadder .
Anor, what do you want to become here?
Me? Anor thought for a moment . “A good… elf?
His parents died . His mother, who was a human, had always stressed to Anor .
Try to be recognized in the dark elf society . Be a good dark elf and always consider others . Always smile . Dont hesitate to assist others .
Crockta continued, “But based on the results, Nuridots dark elves dont want Anor to be good .
What…
“You will never be able to do enough . It is foolish to repeat the same process and hope that the results will change . Crockta sighed, “Like I told you, the world is unfair . There is no heaven . It isnt a place where good will and faith will be returned .
……
“That is all I will say . Sleep well .
Anor couldnt sleep anymore after hearing Crocktas words .
He turned his head and stared at the darkness below the bed . He couldnt see it but he felt the huge presence of the orc warrior . Crockta tried to fall asleep . He could hear the sound of Tiyo breathing .
Anor whispered, “Crockta . Are you asleep?
…Not yet .
“Ill ask one more question . Is it okay?
“I don’t care . ”
Anor wanted to speak, but he couldnt figure out how to start . Anor clasped his hands together under the blanket . His voice trembled a little as he spoke, “Does that mean I need to change?
Yes .
“I tried to live well, only to be bullied like I was doing something wrong . I am the one suffering, so why do I have to change? Isnt there something wrong with this?
Anor . Your words are correct . Crocktas voice seemed gentler in the darkness . He spoke like he was whispering . “But this isnt due to right or wrong .
Crockta chuckled in a low voice . Anor couldnt help smiling at Crocktas laughter . His question seemed lighter after hearing the orc warriors laugh . He felt like he was facing an older brother .
“The world is just like this .
The world…
“In my neighborhood, we call people like you sweet potatoes . Kulkulkul . Dont think so hard . Just…
Crockta laughed once again .
“If they treat you like a dog, you should treat them like dogs as well .
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The next morning, a group of wandering orcs invaded Nuridot .
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